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About Us
ALPHA INSURANCE & SURETY COMPANY, INC.
ALPHA INSURANCE & SURETY COMPANY, INC. was established on May 13, 1957 as a domestic non-life insurance provider. It is a 100% Filipino-owned corporation currently operating under Certificate of Authority No. 2016/13-R granted by the Insurance Commission valid until December 31, 2018, and with license as a Surety under Administrative Order No. 244 approved by the President of the Republic of the Philippines. As of end of 2016, the company has 252 employees and more than 200 agents / intermediaries.
Previously, Alpha Insurance was part of a huge conglomerate that led and pioneered the steel industry in the Philippines. Back then, the Company primarily served the insurance needs of its parent company and its subsidiaries.
Since its acquisition in September 1999, under the stewardship of the new management, Alpha Insurance grew steadily and made its presence felt in the insurance industry. It has developed new intermediaries and started to branchout across the archipelago. With renewed public interest, improved claims servicing, fair treatment to agents and brokers, and genuine concern over the welfare of its employees, Alpha Insurance has shown remarkable improvement in all key performance indicators.
For the past Eighteen (18) years, Alpha Insurance has registered significant market growth, coupled with notable increase in sales and assets. As of December 31, 2016, it has generated a gross premium production of Php 816 Million. Its total assets, on the other hand, amount to Php1,332 Billion, while its networth is at Php 871 Million.
Alpha Insurance was conferred the Global Brand Award for being the Most Outstanding Insurance & Surety Company for the year 2014 during the 34th Annual Consumers Choice Awards held at the AFP Theater on February 27, 2014. Likewise, the company was recognized as one of the top taxpayers for the year 2013 in its Revenue District Office (RDO 34). With this recognition at hand, the Company, promises to keep up with the trend and continue its commitment of providing quality insurance products and services to Filipinos. As one family, Alpha Insurance is prepared to conquer the challenges in the years ahead.
MISSION
To lead, promote and sustain excellence in providing comprehensive non-life insurance services to the insuring public and in the pursuit of excellence.
VISION
Alpha Insurance & Surety Company, Inc., together with our shareholders, adhere to the time honored values of trust, commitment and integrity in providing the utmost products and services to suit the ever changing needs of our clients.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The business and property of the corporation shall be managed and controlled, and the corporation shall be governed by a board of directors of seven (7) members, who shall be elected at the regular or annual meetings of the stockholders and who shall hold office for one year or until the election and qualifications of their successors in accordance with the corporation's by-laws. Immediately after election, the board elect shall meet to elect the officers of the corporation and to transact such other business as shall be incumbent upon the board so to do. The names of the incumbent directors of the corporation are as follows:
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ATTY. OSCAR M. ORBOS | Director |
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JOSE H. REMO, JR. | Director |
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EDMUNDO H. REMO | Director |
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REDEMPTO V. SALES | Director |
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ROMEO J. BERNABE | Director |
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PETER JASON M. REMO | Director |
QUALIFICATION
The Board of Directors of Alpha Insurance comprised of seven (7) business professionals who possess the following, to wit:
Possess the highest personal values, judgment and integrity;
Show evidence of leadership;
Have appropriate levels of financial expertise;
Have the willingness and ability to devote adequate time to the company;
Be able to network in a way that promotes the company's interest.
AGE LIMIT
The Board Members do not believe in term limits/retirement. They hold the idea of losing Directors who have been able to develop over a period of time (during his/her term) increased insights into the company and its operation, thus, providing an increasing contribution to the Board as a whole and the advantage of acquiring/securing fresh ideas and viewpoints that a new director will be able to contribute.
As an alternative, the Board assigned the nominating committee to review director's performance as well his/her contribution to the company as a whole following his/her filing of retirement/resignation as a member of the board. The committee must submit their report three (3) months before the Annual Board Meeting for the Board to review and eventually decide whether the resignation/retirement is accepted or rejected.
ELECTION
Election of directors shall be conducted in the manner provided by law and with such formalities and machineries as the officer presiding at the meeting shall then and there determine and not inconsistent with law.
In case of vacancy in the board for any reason, the case maybe filled-up by the remaining members of the board through a majority vote at any special meeting, provided that there be a quorum of the board remaining and present at such meeting; otherwise, such vacancy shall be filled-up by the stockholders at any special meeting called for that purpose. The director/s chosen shall serve only for the unexpired portion of the term of the director/s causing the vacancy/ies.
With regards to a member who is being considered by the board for re-election, the following must be considered:
1. A director's contribution to the effective functioning of the corporation;
2. Change in the director's principal area of responsibility with his or her company or in his or her employment;
3. The director's retirement from his or her company;
4. Whether the director continues to bring relevant experience to the board/company;
5. Whether the director has the ability to attend meetings and fully participate in the activities of the board; and
6. Whether the director has developed any relationship with other organization that makes it inappropriate to continue serving the board/company; and
ORIENTATION AND TRAINING
Alpha Insurance & Surety Company, Inc. Corporate Governance Committee designed an annual education program for its directors/corporate officers, thus, at least two (2) of its Directors and/or Corporate Officers will be sent as delegate to conferences (national or international) such as the yearly East Asian Insurance Congress, etc.
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Alpha Insurance & Company, Inc. Chairman of the Board ATTY. OSCAR MUŅOZ ORBOS is from Bani, Pangasinan. Born on January 28, 1951 to Guillermo Oboza Orbos and Concepcion Galicia Orbos. He is married to Ms. Rosita Sioson and have three (3) children namely: Mark, Arjerie and Franz Luke.
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College Education |
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Bachelor of Arts Major in Economics - 1971
Bachelor of Laws 1975
Master of Law (Credits)
After passing the Bar Examination he engaged in general law practice with associates until elected representative of the 1st District of Pangasinan in August 1987.
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Government Positions Held : |
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Governor, Province of Pangasinan
July 1995 - June 1998
Congressman, 1st District of Pangasinan
July 1992 - March 1995
Executive Secretary, Office of the President
December 1990 - July 1991
Cabinet Secretary (Dept of Transportation & Comm.)
January 1990 - December 1990
Congressman, 1st District of Pangasinan
August 1987 - December 1990
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HIS GUIDING PHILOSOPHIES
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He believes in free market and deregulation tempered with strong and strict government enforcement of regulation to protect consumer interest. He believes government should provide the climate for business to flourish, instead of planning economic development at every step;
- He stands against strong authoritarian leadership;
- He believes, government should no longer seek to control the lives of people. Governments primary duty is to give people access to opportunities, as well as services and products; and
- He prefers consensus over the command
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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Alpha Insurance & Company, Inc. Chief Executive Officer JOSE HARI REMO, JR. is from Cuenca, Batangas. Born on March 08, 1947.
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College Education |
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University of the East, Manila
Bachelor of Science Major in Management - 1971
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Seminars Attended : |
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Marine Insurance - 1972
Management Executive Course - 1975
Cargo Transport, Handling & Containerization - 1976
Managerial Accounting & Financial Control - 1976
Credit & Financial Analysis - 1978
Specialized Course on Marine Insurance - 1978
Engineering Insurance - 1979
Loss Adjustment Seminar - 1988
Among others he attended specialization seminar/workshop here and abroad.
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Work Experience : |
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Alpha Insurance & Surety Company, Inc.
Managing Director & Treasurer/Vice Chairmanof the Board/Chief Executive Office/Stockholder
January 2000 up to present
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The CEO's ultimate goal is for Alpha Insurance to be a model insurance company and a leader in excellence in providing comprehensive non-life insurance services through holistic quality and insured's centered service in partnership with the company's shareholders.
INDEPENDENCE OF DIRECTORS
Under the definition of "independence" adopted by the Board, an independent director -
- has not been employed by the company in an executive capacity;
- has not had any business with the company other than service as a director;
- is not affiliated with a significant clients of the Company;
- does not own, directly or indirectly, at least twenty percent (20%) of total outstanding equity;
- has no personal services contracts with the Company, or a member of the Company's senior management;
In view of the above, the Company considered Redempto V. Sales as independent director of Alpha Insurance & Surety Company, Inc.
BOARD AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
Without limiting or qualifying the powers of the board of directors under the law, the Board shall have and exercise the following powers and responsibilities:
1. To make and promulgate rules and regulations not contrary to or in conflict with law, the articles of incorporation and those by-laws, governing the internal affairs of the corporation;
2. To authorize the president, the vice-president or other officer of the corporation to enter into any negotiation, contract or agreement with any person, firm or entity which it may consider necessary for the best interest of the corporation or which maybe incidental to/or necessary and proper in the performance of its corporate powers, rights and functions;
3. To pass upon the budget, accounts and expenses of the corporation;
4. To approve all appointments made by the President of employees and personnel of the corporation as well as their salaries or compensation and terms of employment;
5. To authorize the sale, mortgage, transfer or other disposition of any property of the corporation, real or personal, or the purchase or other acquisition of such real estate, personal property, furniture, fixtures, or office equipment as may be needed by the corporation;
6. To authorize the establishment of branch offices of the corporation at such places, within or without the Philippines, as it may consider advantageous;
7. To declare and determine the rates of each dividends and to set aside from the annual profits of the corporation, if any, such amounts as may be necessary to pay such dividends to the stockholders, provided that the board in its discretion, place all the profits earned by the corporation during any one year on reserve or set the same aside as undivided profits;
8. To authorize the payment of annual or semi-annual bonuses or gratuities to any deserving employees or officers of the corporation and determine the amount thereof, if in the board's discretion the earnings and financial standing of the corporation warrant such payment;
9. To require of such officers, agents, or employees as it may deem necessary, bonds for the faithful performance of their duties and to determine the amounts and sufficiency of such bonds;
10. To exercise and perform such other powers or duties as are ordinarily incumbent upon similar members, or are assigned to it by the laws of the Philippines, or those which maybe necessary are the proper administration of the business of the corporation, or for the protection of its interests.
11. The board of directors may appoint a general manager of the corporation who, subject to control by the board shall exercise such powers, functions and duties of the board or of any of the officers as the board may deem necessary and convenience to delegate and assign to him from time to time in addition to such duties and functions as ordinarily pertain to said office.
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CORPORATE OFFICERS
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JOSE H. REMO, JR. |
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Chief Executive Officer
Managing Director & Treasurer
Plans & directs all aspects of the corporation policies, objectives, initiatives.
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Responsible for directing the corporation overall financial policies.
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EDMUNDO H. REMO |
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President
The President shall have the power and duty to preside at all meetings of the stockholders and the board of directors;
to represent the corporation in any negotiation which may be necessary to make in the usual course of business of the corporation or which the board may specifically authorize him to do and in connection therewith to sign, execute and deliver such contracts, documents or other instruments as may be necessary and proper;
o recommend to the board the appointments, dismissal, compensation and terms and conditions of employment of all employees and personnel of the corporation;
plans and directs all aspects of the corporation's operational policies, objectives, initiatives.
Reports to Chief Executive Officer
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JULY C. BERMUDEZ |
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Senior VP-Marketing & Sales
Overall in-charge in the operation and performance of branch offices, agencies and ordinary agents; to work-out for the company's accreditation with the government institutions, private banks and financing companies and the annual renewal of same;
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ROMEO J. BERNABE |
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Executive Vice President
Oversees all financial functions including accounting, budget, credit, insurance, tax and treasury. Reports to CEO or President;
Plans and directs all aspects of the organization's human resources policies, objectives and initiatives; responsible for employment, placement, orientation and training, labor relations,compensation, benefits and employee services; reports to CEO or President.
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MACARIO P. CORPUZ |
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Vice President-Underwriting
Authorized to accept, sign and underwrite insurance policies and other related documents covering risks insured under fire, marine cargo, motor car and miscellaneous insurance subject to underwriting guidelines and authority issued by the corporation and under the supervision of the Executive Vice President.
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BOARD COMMITTEES
NOMINATING/CORPORATE GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE
Reviews directors/potential members' (as an executive officer) performance as well as his/her contribution to the company for possible nomination/re-nomination as director and reviews corporate governance guidelines.
Reviews annually the performance of the Chief Executive Officer
Designs education program annually for all directors/corporate officers
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ATTY. OSCAR M. ORBOS | Chairman |
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JOSE H. REMO, JR. | Vice Chairman |
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EDMUNDO H. REMO | Member |
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PETER JASON M. REMO | Member |
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEE
Has the authority to meet between board meetings and make decisions about the management of the business.
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ATTY. OSCAR M. ORBOS | Chairman |
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JOSE H. REMO, JR. | Vice Chairman |
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EDMUNDO H. REMO | Member |
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EVELINA M. REMO | Member |
COMPENSATION/FINANCE/AUDIT COMMITTEE
- Review and approve salary administration plans and programs
- Review and approve corporate officer compensation;
- Approve all employee benefit plans;
- Approve corporate financial policies and procedures;
- Provide financial advice and counsel to management;
- Supervise corporate investment portfolios;
- Consider and approve significant capital requests (for instance, new building)
- Review and approve operating budgets; and
- Review specific financing plans.
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JOSE H. REMO, JR. | Vice Chairman |
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EDMUNDO H. REMO | Member |
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PETER JASON M. REMO | Member |
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EVELINA M. REMO | Member |
BOARD MEETINGS
The regular or annual meeting of stockholders' shall be held at 10:00 am on the second Saturday of January of each year at the principal office of the corporation.
Special stockholders meeting may be called by the Chairman/Vice Chairman of the Board or by any stockholder owning at least fifty-one percent (51%) of the entire subscribed and outstanding shares of stock and such meetings shall be held only upon notice in writing sent by registered mail not less than ten (10) days before the due of each meeting.
The Board of Directors shall hold at least one regular or annual meeting without notice, at the principal office of the corporation or at any place, which a majority of the directors may designate, immediately after election at the regular or annual stockholders' meeting.
The order of business at the regular or annual meeting of stockholders and as much as possible at all other meetings shall be as follows;
a. Proof of notice (in case of special meeting);
b. Determination of quorum;
c. Reading and approval of past minutes;
d. Reports of officers;
e. Unfinished business;
f. New business;
g. Election of officers;
h. Adjournment
BOARD REMUNERATION/COMPENSATION
Director compensation is a mix of cash and in kind. On annual basis, the compensation of directors shall be reviewed by the Governance Committee, which shall make recommendations to the full Board. The Chairman of each Committee shall be paid commensurate base on his/her responsibilities.
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