Maria Claudette Guevara-Hizon

Claudette oversees the delivery of projects and programs, the management of operations, office administration and the successful execution of strategic initiatives within the BGA Philippines practice. 

In her leadership role, Claudette directs administrative operations and contributes to strategic planning and implementation. She oversees project timelines, operational plans and implementation strategies while reviewing contracts and partnership agreements to ensure compliance and alignment with organizational objectives. She has also led the execution of numerous key initiatives and cross-functional projects since 2012. 

Claudette earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from De La Salle University Manila. She has completed executive training in leadership and change management at the Asian Institute of Management and project management training at the Ateneo de Manila University Continuing Education Center. She was also selected as a delegate to the Southeast Asian Young Leaders Program, held alongside the International Institute for Strategic Studies’ Shangri-La Dialogue.