Christopher “Chris” Po

A leading entrepreneur, Christopher “Chris” Po continues to steer major growth across the food retail and property development industries, serving as executive chairman of Century Pacific Food, Inc (CNPF), chairman of Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures, Inc (SPAVI) and director of Arthaland Corporation’s executive committee. Po’s success remains firmly grounded in a commitment to health, sustainability and philanthropy.

In 2025, CNPF completed an ownership restructuring and delivered strong results, with first-half net income rising seven per cent year-on-year to PHP 3.9 billion, supported by its core branded business and the renewal of a PHP 14-billion long-term contract with The Vita Coco Company. Its plant-based brand, unMeat, also earned international acclaim after winning PETA UK’s Best Vegan Fish 2025 Award, alongside major investments in coconut, dairy and plant-based expansion.

Po’s restaurant group marked its golden anniversary in 2025 and sustained its aggressive expansion, opening at least one store per day and reaching over 2,600 outlets worldwide. SPAVI further strengthened its social mission through an inclusive hiring partnership with Quezon City and continued support for the RSPo Foundation’s Kain Po feeding programme and circular-economy initiatives.

He also serves on the boards of Arthaland, AB Capital and Maya Bank; is a trustee of the Ateneo de Manila University; and is a board member of the Child Protection Network and Asia Society Philippines. As president of the CPG-RSPo Foundation, he continues to champion community welfare and sustainable development.