PARTNERSHIP. Allianz PNB Life chief executive officer Joseph Gross (3rd from right) and Philippine Sports Commission chairman Richard Bachmann (2nd from left) shake hands after signing the memorandum of agreement for the insurance of athletes competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics during the send-off ceremony at the Makati Diamond Residences on Thursday (June 20, 2024). The Olympics will be held from July 26 to Aug. 11 while the Paralympic Games is scheduled from Aug. 28 to Sept. 8. (PNA photo by Jean Malanum)
MANILA – Allianz PNB Life (AZPNBL) will provide insurance coverage to the athletes who will compete in the Paris Olympics and Paralympics.
Allianz PNB Life president and chief executive officer Joseph Gross and Philippine Sports Commission chairman Richard Bachmann signed the agreement during the send-off ceremony at the Makati Diamond Residences on Thursday.
AZPNBL, recognizing the extraordinary talents of athletes, wants to inspire greatness through its MoveNow program which brings the spirit of sports closer to the public.
"Inspired by Olympic pole vaulter and Allianz ambassador EJ Obiena, we at Allianz PNB Life, believe in taking action, pushing beyond our limits, and striving for greatness. As one of the leading insurance companies in the Philippines, we believe that success isn't just about talent -it's also about direction,” Gross said.
“That's why we're committed to securing your future and helping you leap towards your financial goals. Whether you are an athlete, entrepreneur, or a dedicated professional with big dreams, AZPNBL is behind you with the inspiration and financial guidance you need to make it happen.”
Aside from insurance, AZPNBL is spearheading initiatives to rally public support for the athletes with the battlecry "Lakas Pinoy, let's leap to greatness" which denotes the enduring spirit of Filipino athletes and Filipino pride.
"We hope Filipinos will unite in rallying behind our athletes. As a nation, let's show our athletes how much we believe in them. Lakas ng Pinoy," Gross said.
Among the athletes who attended the event were Tokyo Olympics silver medalist Nesthy Petecio of boxing; SEA Games champions Vanessa Sarno and Elreen Ann Ando of weightlifting; and ASEAN Para Games gold medalists Ernie Gawilan and Angel Otom of swimming and Cendy Asusano of athletics. (PNA)
