From ice cream entrepreneur to information and communication technology (ICT) innovator, Francisco “Paco” Magsaysay continues to garner recognition for his outstanding contributions to the business world.
The visionary behind Carmen’s Best Ice Cream and the President and CEO of Asian Vision Cable Holdings, Inc., Magsaysay was recently honored with the prestigious Leadership Catalyst – Top Business Leader for Innovation Award. This accolade adds to his growing list of achievements, solidifying his reputation as a dynamic leader in the business landscape.
Magsaysay was also named among the Philippines’ Top 30 Leaders on LinkedIn, a distinguished list that includes notable figures such as Sabin Aboitiz of the Aboitiz Group, John Aguilar of Dragon’s Nest, Nerissa Berba of Security Bank Corporation, Chad Soleto of Robinsons Land Corporation, and Lito Villanueva of PayMaya, among others.
The Philippines’ Top 30 Leaders on LinkedIn initiative, organized by IMS Learning & Consulting, Coach Anda, and VB Consulting, aims to spotlight Filipino leaders who exemplify values and qualities contributing to exceptional workplaces, engaged employees, and commendable results. Key attributes recognized include integrity, “malasakit” (compassion), courage, inspiration, and resilience.
Magsaysay’s track record includes previous accolades such as the 2018 Agora Award for Excellence in Entrepreneurship, the 2022 Emerging Entrepreneur Award bestowed by the Italian Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, the 2022 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year for the Small Business Category, and the 2022 Mansmith Award for Enterprise Innovator for Product Innovation.
Carmen’s Best, the premium ice cream brand founded by Magsaysay, is a testament to his entrepreneurial prowess. Building the brand from the ground up upon returning to the Philippines from the U.S., Magsaysay has successfully taken the helm of the Magsaysay family business, Asian Vision. This ICT company specializes in providing internet cable and connectivity, managed services, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, professional IT services, and structured cabling. Magsaysay’s multifaceted success underscores his ability to excel in diverse sectors of the business world.