FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2026 * 9:00AM TO 12:15PM VIA ZOOM
The 2019 Revised Corporation Code of the Philippines that took effect on February 23, 2019 has tremendous impact on all corporations in the Philippines. This new legal framework introduces fresh concepts aligned with international best practices aimed at improving ease of doing business in the country. It will provide more protection to corporations and stockholders, and promote good corporate governance.
This three-hour webinar will comprehensively discuss not only the new law and its interpretation, but also updates on essential Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued regulations to brief you on what are still relevant or have become irrelevant, and recent jurisprudence affecting corporations.
As a member of the board and management, it your business to know the significant changes in the new law to help you in your compliance, in structuring your deals, and to avoid the legal pitfalls when making decisions during board and management meetings or when doing business and investing in the Philippines.
He was the Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) from 2018 to 2025. As the first CPA-lawyer appointed to the position, he led the SuperVision 2025 agenda and spearheaded a comprehensive digital transformation of the Commission.
Under his leadership, the SEC rolled out successive reform initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency, including the integration of blockchain technology into regulatory processes and the promotion of sustainable corporate governance practices.
His tenure culminated in seven consecutive years of unmodified audit opinions, underscoring strong financial stewardship and sound institutional management. In recognition of his exemplary public service, he was conferred the highest honor in "The Outstanding Filipino (TOFIL) Awards" in 2024. In 2025, he was recognized as Blockchain Leader of the Year for pioneering the integration of blockchain technology into SEC operations.
Prior to his appointment as Chairperson, Atty. Aquino served as an SEC Commissioner beginning in December 2016, where he was a strong advocate of investor protection and regulatory enforcement.
Earlier in his career, he rose through the ranks of the Commission, becoming the youngest Director of both the Prosecution and Enforcement Department and the Non-Traditional Securities and Instruments Department.
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Board Directors
Compliance Officers
Corporate Secretaries
Assistant Corporate Secretaries
Lawyers
Accountants
Decision Makers
Entrepreneurs
Investors
Business Consultants
I. General Provisions
II. Incorporation and Organization of Private Corporations
III. Board of Directors/ Trustees and Officers
IV. Powers of Corporations
V. Bylaws
VI. Meetings
VII. Stocks and Stockholders
VIII. Corporate Books and Records
IX. Merger and Consolidation
X. Appraisal Right
XI. Nonstock Corporation
XII. Close Corporations
XIII. Special Corporations
XIV. Dissolution
XV. Foreign Corporations
XVI. Investigations, Offenses and Penalties
XVII. Miscellaneous Provisions
XVIII. Updates on SEC Memorandum Circulars
XIX. Recent Jurisprudence affecting Corporations
*Note: This is an SEC-accredited training on Corporate Governance
Contact Person: Aiza Cuenca
Mobile Number (+63 998) 510-3748
Telefax: (+632) 8842-7148 or 59
Email: aiza.cgbp@yahoo.com
