The country’s largest Filipino life insurer, Insular Life (InLife), has announced the election of Gemilo J. San Pedro as its new Independent Trustee.

San Pedro previously served as Partner, Professional Practice Director, and Head of Risk Management at multidisciplinary professional services firm SyCip Gorres Velayo & Co. (SGV & Co.). He currently serves as an Independent Director of Filinvest Land, Inc., Globe Fintech Innovations, Inc., and Electronic Commerce Payments, Inc.

InLife Executive Chair Nina D. Aguas welcomed San Pedro’s appointment, citing his strong background in auditing, financial advisory, and risk management. She said his expertise will play a key role as the company continues to adapt to the evolving financial landscape while maintaining fiscal integrity and long-term sustainability for Filipinos.

San Pedro holds a Master in Business Administration with concentrations in Finance and International Business from the New York University Graduate School of Business. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Commerce, major in Accounting, from Rizal Memorial Colleges. He is also a member of the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA).