Globe’s portfolio companies—RUSH Technologies, ST Telemedia Global Data Centres Philippines (STT GDC Philippines), and m360—were recognized at the 2025 Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards for their leadership in digital innovation, sustainable infrastructure, and business communications, respectively.
RUSH Extends Winning Streak
RUSH emerged as a standout performer, clinching its third consecutive win for Innovation in Digital Transformation – Computer Industries with a Gold Stevie® Award, following Silver wins in 2023 and 2024.
“Our team is committed to pushing the boundaries of what our technology can do—so our clients can push theirs. This means not only advancing our tech stack but also ensuring it can be seamlessly implemented by clients within their own ecosystems. We focus on building flexible, future-ready systems that simplify complexity, reduce friction, and empower our clients to adapt quickly in a constantly evolving digital landscape,” said Dan Real, RUSH Chief Technology Officer.
The 917Ventures’ eCommerce and loyalty solutions provider also received Gold for Most Innovative Startup of the Year – Business Service Industries, continuing its exceptional run after leading in the Business Product Industries category in 2024.
“Winning Gold for Most Innovative Startup of the Year in the Business Service Industries reinforces our mission to build customer-first products that create real value. We innovate on behalf of our clients, so they can focus on what they do best—running and growing their business. Together, we’re able to deliver seamless, end-to-end experiences that delight their customers and drive long-term success,” said Julianne Fernandez, RUSH Chief Product and Growth Officer.
In addition, RUSH earned Bronze for Most Innovative Tech Startup of the Year – Software, following a Gold in the same category in 2024.
These achievements demonstrate RUSH’s sustained excellence in enabling retail, food and beverage, and service businesses to thrive in a digital economy.
STT GDC Philippines Secures Two Major Awards
Trusted next-generation data center provider STT GDC Philippines took home two major awards, a Gold Stevie® for “Leading the Future of Sustainable Digital Infrastructure” and a Silver Stevie® for “Transforming HR Through AI and Future-Ready Talent Development.”
The Gold award showcases STT GDC Philippines’ dedication to sustainability, with its data centers running on 100 percent renewable energy, a fully electric corporate fleet, and LEED Gold pre-certification for its upcoming STT Fairview facility.
"True sustainability is about creating lasting impact for our environment, for our clients, and for the future we are building. This recognition strengthens our resolve to lead with purpose, delivering reliable, high-performance services while pushing the boundaries of innovation and operational excellence," said Chrissie Lim Legaspi, STT GDC Philippines Head of Operations and Strategy.
On the other hand, the Silver award recognizes the company’s transformative use of AI in Human Resources—highlighting innovations such as the Skills Coach for personalized, skills-based development; AI-powered sentiment analysis to proactively understand workforce morale and experience; and tailored training programs that prepare employees and leaders at all levels for a future-ready organization.
"We believe that our people are our greatest asset. Receiving the Silver Stevie® Award validates our commitment to fostering a workplace where employees can thrive,” added Melanie Santiago-De Vera, STT GDC Philippines Head of Human Resources.
m360 Achieves Triple Bronze
m360, a company under Brave Connective Holdings Inc., earned Bronze in three categories: Achievement in Product Innovation, Achievement in Sales or Revenue Generation, and Innovation in Business-to-Business Products and Services. This marks the company’s second consecutive year of recognition at the Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards.
The awards recognized m360’s wallet-based unified messaging platform, which enhances operational efficiency and flexibility, along with its postpaid enterprise messaging solution, which was praised for impactful market differentiation and measurable business outcomes.
"We are deeply honored to be recognized by the Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards in all three major categories we submitted entries," said Ramon Hirang, m360 President and CEO. "These accolades validate our mission to transform business communications through innovation, efficiency, and strategic growth."
Since its consolidation in 2021, m360 has transformed enterprise communications by strengthening its core messaging capabilities, accelerating platform development, and building powerful partnerships.
The continued success of RUSH, STT GDC Philippines, and m360 reflects Globe’s strategic focus on empowering enterprises, driving environmental sustainability, and reshaping industries through innovation.
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