LAZARO, Delfin L.
LAZARO, Delfin L. Chairman
Mr. Lazaro has been leading AFC as Chairman of the Board of Directors since 2002. Concurrently, he is Non- Executive Director of Ayala Corporation and its Special Advisor to the Board of Directors. He also holds the following positions in other companies: Chairman and President of A.C.S. T Business Holding, Inc., Co-Vice Chairman & President of Asiacom Philippines, and Director of Probe Productions, Inc. He was a Director of Globe Telecom and AC International Finance , Ltd. and Chairman & President of AYC Holdings Ltd
He was formerly the head of the Philippine Government’s Energy Sector serving as the Secretary of Energy. He also served as the Chairman of National Power Corporation, Chairman of the Philippine National Oil Company, and Head of Energy Coordinating Council.
Mr. Lazaro graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of the Philippines in 1967 and obtained his Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) with Distinction from Harvard Graduate School of Business.
ILUSTRE, Raymund P.
Vice-Chairman
Mr. Ilustre has been Vice Chairman of the Board since May 2013. Before sitting on the Board of Directors, he led AFC as President and Chief Operations Officer for 11 years. In AFC, he held various executive positions critical in the continued operations of AFC, such as materials management, sales, marketing and plant operations. His leadership in AFC brought fame and recognition to the company’s efforts to advocate the Site Specific Nutrient Management (SSNM) technology to Filipino farmers. His relentless efforts to promote farming technology were widely accepted and acclaimed by both domestic and international organizations in the fertilizer business sector.
Prior to joining AFC, Mr. Ilustre was a Division Manager at Sanofi Philippines Trading and Bio-Industries Division. He was also with Benguet Corporation for 8 years holding different management positions as Special Projects Manager, Materials Administration & Control Manager, Purchasing Manager, Division Manager in Agribusiness and at the same time the President & Director of Benguet Management Marine, the Chairman & Director of Arrow Freight Corporation, Director of Benguet Management Forestry Corporation, Woodstown Condominium Corporation and Akayane Shipping Agency. He was also formerly connected with San Miguel Corporation for 2 years. Mr. Ilustre obtained his bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of the Philippines.
OJIMA, Daisuke
OJIMA, DaisukePresident & CEO
Mr. Daisuke Ojima is a graduate of the International Christian University in Tokyo with a Master’s in Public Administration in 1995. Immediately joining Nissho Iwai after graduation, he was assigned in Business Development with the Energy and Chemical Project Division, taking charge of plant projects in gas & oil producing countries. He continued his service while assigned to Nissho Iwai, Mexico in 2001 – 2006, seeing transformation into Sojitz Corporation. Later, he was appointed General Manager of Sojitz Corporation representative office in Luanda, Angola until 2014 when again, he returned to his expertise in Business Development in Tokyo. In 2017, Mr. Ojima was assigned as the President and Country Manager of Sojitz Philippines Corporation. During this time, Mr. Ojima served as a director of Atlas Fertilizer Corporation, and other companies such as Coral Bay Nickel Corp., Fuji Philippines Services, Sojitz Fuso Philippines Corp., and Sojitz G Auto Phils. Corp. In October 2020 he returned to Tokyo for various assignments and tasks as manager of the Plant Project Department, and Assistant General Manager of the Secretariat Department. Before coming to AFC, Mr. Ojima was at the head of New Business Development Section of the Sojitz Business Innovation Office.
Mr. Ojima adheres to a personal philosophy of being sincere to everybody. This he believes is vital to the growth of both the self, and of partners or customers.
As the President & CEO of AFC, Mr. Ojima knows that his years and expertise in business development, honed in different countries, can help expand the company’s reach, advocating for science-based approach to farming, further improving agricultural output, and uplifting farmers’ lives.
In a highly traditional and conservative agriculture industry, Mr. Ojima is ready to contribute his knowledge and leadership to the Philippines largest and oldest fertilizer manufacturer, staying true to his vision to find and create new value for Atlas Fertilizer Corporation.
BASCO, Rolando Jr. A.
BASCO, Rolando Jr. A. Director
Mr. Basco served as Atlas Fertilizer Corporation’s Executive Vice President & Chief Finance Officer until 2025. Concurrently, he is serving as a member of the Board of Directors to two (2) AFC subsidiaries. He has more than 30 years of solid experience in Finance, Treasury, and Budget. He joined AFC in year 1993, starting out as a Manager in the Treasury Department. Because of his excellent performance and outstanding skills, he then after a year was promoted as Assistant Vice President and was later promoted as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer in year 2002. Mr. Basco was formerly connected with Benguet Corporation where he gained more than 13 years of experience in the field of Treasury and Budget. He earned his degree in Bachelors of Science in Industrial Engineering from Feati University.
YAMASHITA, Takahiro
YAMASHITA, TakahiroDirector
Mr. Takahiro Yamashita is currently the Executive Officer and COO of the Consumer Industry & Agriculture Business Division of Sojitz Corporation. He graduated from Doshisha University in Kyoto with a Bachelor of Law degree. He began his professional career in April 1995 when he joined Nissho Iwai Corporation, and later formed to be Sojitz Corporation, laying the foundation for a distinguished career spanning more than three decades in agribusiness, food, and corporate management.
He has held positions of responsibility both in Japan and overseas, including assignments in the Fertilizer Department. His expertise in grain trading, feed materials, and agribusiness led to his appointment as General Manager of the Grain & Feed Material Department in 2014 and in 2016 as General Manager of the Grain & Agribusiness Department, where he oversaw the development of agribusiness initiatives and fostered long-term partnerships across the industry. Given his strong leadership, Mr. Yamashita was appointed Deputy COO of the Foods & Agriculture Business Division in 2021. Later that year, he assumed the role of Director, CEO, and President of Thai Central Chemical Public Company Limited, one of the
eading fertilizer manufacturers in Southeast Asia.
With extensive experience spanning agribusiness management, corporate leadership, and international business development, Mr. Yamashita brings a deep understanding of the agricultural industry and its evolving challenges. His broad perspective enables him to identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and sustainable development across the agricultural value chain.
As a director, Mr. Yamashita continues to champion initiatives that enhance agricultural productivity, strengthen stakeholder partnerships, and create long-term value for customers, shareholders, and farming communities. Guided by a commitment to responsible business practices and sustainable growth, he remains dedicated to advancing the agricultural sector and supporting food security across the region.
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NAGAO, Yasuhiro
Director
Mr. Yasuhiro Nagao graduated from Kobe University with a Bachelor of Engineering degree and joined Nissho Iwai Corporation. He is currently the General Manager of the Agribusiness Department of the Consumer Industry & Agriculture Business Division and has over 30 years of experience spanning corporate planning, food business, international operations, and agribusiness, he brings a well-rounded perspective to business development and strategic leadership.
He began his career in the Accounting Department before taking on roles in the Healthcare, Medical, & Consumer Electronics Department, the Industrial Systems Department, and Corporate Planning Department, building his strong foundation in business development & operations, strategic planning, and corporate management. In 2014, he was appointed Manager of the Planning Section of the Consumer Industry & Agriculture Business Division. His strong leadership capabilities and industry knowledge brought him up to General Manager of the Food Business Department where he helped strengthen Sojitz’s food-related businesses and advanced its agribusiness initiatives.
He was also General Manager of Sojitz Dalian Co., Ltd., and General Manager of the Planning & Administration Office of the Metals, Mineral Resources & Recycling Division.
As a director, Mr. Nagao leverages his extensive experience and global outlook to support sustainable growth, foster innovation, and create long-term value for stakeholders. His commitment to excellence and deep understanding of the agricultural sector continue to contribute to the advancement of the organization and the industries it serves.
GOKYU, Ryosuke
GOKYU, Ryosuke Director
Mr. Ryosuke Gokyu is President of Sojitz Philippines Corporation. He holds a Bachelor of Economics degree from Keio University and began his career with Nichimen Corporation, a predecessor of Sojitz Corporation, in 1998.
Over the course of his career, he has held various positions in the industrial materials, plastics, chemicals, healthcare, consumer products, infrastructure, and energy sectors. From 2018 to 2021, he served as General Manager of Corporate Planning for Asia & Oceania at Sojitz Asia Pte. Ltd. in Singapore, where he was involved in the regional management of Sojitz’s businesses across the Asia-Pacific region.
After returning to Japan, he held management positions in Sojitz Corporation’s Consumer Industry & Agriculture Business Division, and Energy Solution & Healthcare Division.
Since October 2024, Mr. Gokyu has served as President of Sojitz Philippines Corporation. In this role, he oversees the company’s operations, supports the governance and development of Sojitz Group companies in the Philippines, and leads the Group’s new business development initiatives in the country.
After returning to Japan, he held management positions in Sojitz Corporation’s Consumer Industry & Agriculture Business Division, and Energy Solution & Healthcare Division.
As a Director of AFC, Mr. Gokyu draws on his broad cross-sector experience and regional management expertise to contribute to the Company’s long-term growth, stakeholder engagement, and value creation.
CRUZ, Cesar C.
CRUZ, Cesar C. Corporate Secretary
Atty. Cruz is the incumbent Corporate Secretary. He is the founder and has been a Managing Partner of his private law firm, Cesar C. Cruz & Partners Law Offices since 1958. His law firm handles various legal services involving intellectual property and technology transfers, labor and employment, corporate, securities and commercial, investments and economic zones, civil, tax, and immigration laws and related litigation that made him a recognized leader in the Philippine legal community.
His reputation as a fair and exceptionally skilled practitioner earned him an appointment as the Municipal Judge of Mandaluyong City. After 8 years on the bench, he resigned from his judicial position to focus on his private practice. As part of his general commercial law expertise, Mr. Cruz is a pioneering lawyer in the Philippines to specialize in intellectual property law. He was formerly the president of Intellectual Property Association of the Philippines and is affiliated with International Trademark Association, Asian Patent Attorneys Association, Licensing Executives Society (International & Philippines), European Community Trademark Association, American Intellectual Property Law Association, Institute of Trademarks (U.K.), European Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines, Rotary Club of Makati City, Philippine Bar Association and Integrated Bar of the Philippines. He earned his Associate in Arts and Bachelor of Laws at University of the Philippines. He took special courses in Taxation of Mergers and Acquisition and International Business Transactions in the Program of Instruction for Lawyers at Harvard Law School.
SECIO, Sweet Faith A.
SECIO, Sweet Faith A. Assistant Corporate Secretary
Atty. Secio is the incumbent Assistant Corporate Secretary of Atlas Fertilizer Corporation. She has with her, more than 10 years of progressively responsible experience in various legal practices of law and corporate governance. She joined Atlas Fertilizer Corporation in year 2011 as a Corporate Lawyer and in charge of the Legal and Compliance Office and at the same time was appointed by the Board as the Assistant Corporate Secretary. Because of her performance and notable skills in doing administrative functions, she later on was asked to serve several key positions in AFC. In 2013, she served as Internal Audit Manager in addition to her position as Compliance Desk Manager, Legal Office Senior Manager, Personnel Management & Industrial Relations Department Senior Manager, and Assistant Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer. Prior to her stint in AFC, Atty. Secio served at the Supreme Court of the Philippines ,Office of the Court Administrator as one of its court attorney and at the same time a professor teaching Civil Laws on Partnership, Obligations and Contracts, and Corporation Law to university students. She later joined a private law firm engaged in handling civil law cases, real estate foreclosure, taxation, insurance, labor law and intellectual property. She earned her Bachelor of Arts and Social Sciences Major in Economics at the University of the Philippines and obtained her Bachelor of Laws from Manuel L. Quezon University, School of Law and thereafter became a member of the Philippine Bar in year 2004.
CALIMAG, Peter L.
CALIMAG, Peter L. Assistant Corporate Secretary/Data Protection Officer
Atty. Calimag’s practice specializes in commercial law, where he assists clients in establishing corporations and other legal entities in the Philippines, concluding various commercial agreements, and providing general corporate, taxation and border protection advice.
Prior to this, he served in the government as the Assistant Secretary of Finance for Revenue Operations and Legal Affairs, supervising the Bureau of Internal Revenue, the Bureau of Customs, the Bureau of Local Government Finance, the Revenue Integrity Protection Service, and the Department of Finance’s One-Stop Shop. As a public servant, he oversaw tax treaty negotiation; tax treaty implementation; legislative liaison and coordination; diplomatic liaison; inter-agency coordination; administrative appeals from decisions of the Commissioners of the Bureau of Internal Revenue, the Bureau of Customs, the Insurance Commission, the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Bureau of Local Government Finance.
He also handled administrative appeals in disciplinary cases involving personnel of the Department of Finance and its various attached agencies, and coordinating the activities of various Philippine government-owned and controlled corporations. Atty. Calimag further acted as the representative of the Secretary of Finance in intra-governmental bodies such as the National Intelligence Board, the Presidential Anti-Terrorism Council, the Philippine Center on Trans-National Crime, the Inter-Agency Anti-Graft Coordinating Council, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines, Duty-Free Philippines, and the Optical Media Board.
