Ramon Ang

Early Life

Ramon See Ang was born on January 14, 1954, in Tondo, Manila, Philippines. Growing up in Tondo, he worked in his father's automobile repair shop. He pursued his education at Far Eastern University (FEU), where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Rise to Success

Ang's entrepreneurial journey started by selling used Japanese truck and automobile engines. He specialized in repairing and marketing high-end vehicles and trading rare auto parts. A key turning point in his career was his partnership with Eduardo Cojuangco Jr. Ang managed Northern Cement Corporation under Cojuangco and eventually took control of San Miguel Corporation (SMC). He was elected vice-chairman of SMC in January 1999, President and COO in March 2002, and gained control of SMC in June 2012.

Key Business Strategies

Under Ang's leadership, San Miguel Corporation has transformed from a beer and food company into a diversified conglomerate. He spearheaded SMC's expansion into infrastructure, energy, fuel, oil, and cement. Ang has emphasized infrastructure projects, including airports and toll roads. Ang has begun planning for succession, with his son, John Paul Ang, being elevated to President and COO of San Miguel Corporation.

Philanthropy

Ramon Ang has been recognized for his philanthropy. He pledged P500 million to build schools for underprivileged children in Manila and contributed over P150 million to scholarship grants and medical aid through his RSA Foundation. SMC's San Miguel Foundation spent over P1 billion to build schools in Metro Manila and donated P14.8 billion to support relief measures during the COVID-19 pandemic.