Leadership Team

Ms. Fuentebella leads the Corporate Business Development unit of the Group. She provides guidance and structure in the implementation of MGI’s store expansion plans, and identifies and develops growth opportunities for various brands.

Mr. Trota provides strategic leadership for the Company. Together with the Board and Management Team, he identifies long-term goals, plans, and policies. He coaches the Franchising Development team and several Strategic Business Units of MGI, including Pancake House, Yellow Cab Pizza Co., Teriyaki Boy, Sizzlin’ Steak, and the multibrand food hall format, Eats.

Mr. Fuentebella guides the Corporate Finance team for effective and efficient operations, and ensures the Company’s compliance with financial regulations and standards. He oversees the Company’s financial strategies and ensures that these are executed within the requisite risk and return profile.

Ms. Garcia provides leadership and guidance to the Company’s Shared Services departments focusing on Supply Chain, Accounting, Information Technology, and Human Resources. She is in charge of consolidating support services for both local and international services, driving synergy across departments for optimal and effective use of resources.

Ms. Trota provides direction for operations and business development to Max’s Restaurant, and Max’s Corner Bakery. She manages the Company commissaries that cater to in-house brands and international clients. Ms. Trota also leads the Corporate Sustainability, Synergies, and Relationships (CSSR) programs of the Group.

Mr. Fuentebella oversees marketing initiatives and ensures delightful experiences for the customers of all the Brands. He heads the development and execution of store concepts in cooperation with the Company’s Design & Engineering team. Mr. Fuentebella also creates business opportunities by building strong networks and developing initiatives with key partners.

Mr. Rodgers oversees the Company’s operations in North America, the Middle East, and Asia (outside of the Philippines). From his base in the United States, he works closely with the International Team to realize MGI’s expansion plans in foreign markets.

Mr. Fermin oversees the overall financial and operational performance of the Company in pursuit of both external and internal opportunities for new expansion, customers, markets, new industry developments, and standards. He is in charge of driving the ongoing business transformation of Max’s Group as it balances continuity and renewal.

Mr. Periquet provides strategic financial advice to the Board. He also chairs the Audit and Risk, and Compensation Committees of the Company.

Mr. Paterno provides strategic direction on the operations of the company. He is also the Chairman of the Corporate Governance Committee.