Tricycle Operator's Daughter to Lead Grab Philippines Amid Economic Headwinds
Grab Philippines has appointed CJ Lacsican as its new country managing director. Leveraging insights gained from her father's tricycle business, she aims to drive growth amidst challenges of high fuel prices and weak consumer spending, highlighting the company's focus on internal leadership development.
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