Overview

PHA champions the countryside through pioneering technologies and innovative business models. Learn more about our visionary leaders and subsidiaries.

Overview

PHA champions the countryside through pioneering technologies and innovative business models. Learn more about our visionary leaders and subsidiaries.

To become a value creation and execution company known for its ability to perform with integrity and tenacity, with collective welfare always preceding individual interests.

To become a major enabler of countryside development

Premiere Horizon Alliance

Premiere Horizon Alliance Corporation (PHA) is an investment holding company that maximizes corporate value by focusing on projects that invigorate the countryside. Strengthened by a future-looking mindset and a commitment to excellence, PHA continues to expand into industries with a high growth potential.

Formerly known as Premiere Entertainment Philippines, Inc., PHA became the first public company engaged in the production of motion pictures in the country in 1997. In 2008, the Company ventured into the operation of internet casino stations when it acquired Digigames, Inc.. Three years later, the Securities and Exchange Commission authorized the Company to expand to the mining and real estate industries. In 2014, PHA raised 620 million from the sale of Total Gamezone Extreme Inc. to Leisure and Resorts World Corp (LRWC). Prior to the transaction, Digiwave, transferred all its assets to TGXI.

West Palawan Premiere Development Corporation (WPP) is a visionary developer of an 850-hectare master-planned beach and mountain estate in the heart of Puerto Princesa City.

Goshen Land Capital Inc. (GLCI) is a homegrown real estate developer that pioneered the rise of vertical spaces for both commercial and residential use in Baguio.

Premiere Georesources and Development Inc. (PGDI) is a contract-miner owning two Mineral Production Sharing Agreements (MPSAs) in Southern Palawan with massive, validated, high-quality limestones deposit.

” We believe that the power behind us is greater than the task ahead “

Our Journey Through the Years

July 2023

New Board, Execomm and Management Team joined PHA

PHA appointed a new chairman, new board members, and new executive and management committees to embark on improving our financial position, strengthening our businesses, enhancing governance and investor relations, and infusing fresh perspectives and expertise. The objective of this varied group of executives, who bring rich experiences in finance, investment management, business development, strategic research, and legal matters, is to create and oversee investment portfolios that support PHA’s long-term financial objectives and promote ESG values.

May 2023

New capital Infusion

After last year’s inflow, capital has grown for PHA by Php 3.4M

2021

Increase in capital

PHA focusing on core investment portfolio and those that generate cash flows. The company has infused a new capital to explore growth & investment opportunities in technology-driven businesses as the digital economy expands to the countryside.

2021

PHA added to the FTSE Global Equity Index; LDA Capital Php2.5B Investment Commitment; New Management Team

PHA was added to the FTSE Global Equity Index Series for Asia-Pacific. LDA Capital signed a Put Option Agreement with PHA committing an equity capital investment of up to Php 2.5B in three years. PHA received the remaining Php100M investment from the new investor group with the remaining Php625M to be paid in cash or as equivalent shares of SquidPay Technology based on an agreed valuation. In December, PHA announced the retirement of Mr. Augusto Antonio C. Serafica, Jr. as President & CEO of the company. Mr. Roberto B. Ortiz, the Group CFO and Director, succeeded Mr. Serafica as the President & CEO. Mr. Adrian Luzuriaga was also appointed as the new Group CFO of PHA.

2020

Expanding WPP’s Real Estate Portfolio

The year 2017 saw PHA focusing on infrastructure and tourism real estate development. Aside from the big property, WPP also acquired a 5-hectare beachfront property in Nagtabon Beach, Puerto Princesa City.

2017

Expanding WPP’s Real Estate Portfolio

The year 2017 saw PHA focusing on infrastructure and tourism real estate development. Aside from the big property, WPP also acquired a 5-hectare beachfront property in Nagtabon Beach, Puerto Princesa City.

2016

Venture into Tourism Real Estate Development

Incorporated West Palawan Premiere Development Corp. (WPP) as a vehicle to develop its 500+ hectare property in Puerto Princesa City to cater to the growing tourism demand in one of the best islands in the world.

2015

Additional Convertible Notes and Goshen Land Acquisition

Completed issuance of Php 400M Exchangeable Notes. Acquired 55% of Goshen Land Capital, Inc., a premiere real estate company in Northern Luzon developing master-planned communities in Baguio City and La Trinidad.

2014

Sold Gaming Assets for 620M and Focused on Countryside Development

PHA was able to sell its gaming assets in Digiwave for Php 620M which funded the countryside development turn-around story of the company and its real estate business acquisitions.

2013

Issued Convertible Debt to Fund Business Acquisitions

Issued Php 175 million convertible debt to fund its mining construction and real estate business acquisitions.

2012

Acquired PGDI and 512 hectares of property in Palawan

In 2012, Premiere Horizon acquired 66.9% of Redstone Construction and Development Corporation (RCDC). RCDC is engaged in the business of providing hauling services for construction works for mining, real estate development, environmental protection, and remediation. Acquired 512 hectares of property in Puerto Princesa City.

2011

Added Mining & Real Estate in its Business Portfolio

On December 29, 2011, the company’s name was changed to Premiere Horizon Alliance Corporation and added mining, real estate, information technology, and other related businesses to its portfolio. PHA also lowered the par value of its shares from P1.00 to P0.25, decreasing its authorized capital stock from Php 1,800,000,000.00 to Php 563,560,000.00.

2008

Ventured into the Gaming Industry

On May 16, 2008, the Company’s shareholders and board of directors approved the change in company name to Premiere Entertainment Philippines, Inc., an increase in authorized capital stock, and the acquisition of Digiwave Solutions, Inc., a corporation engaged in the development of gaming software and operation of internet casino stations.

1997

Became the first PSE publicly listed motion picture company

On May 5, 1997, the company was listed at the Philippine Stock Exchange and became the first public company engaged in motion picture production. PHA envisioned a two-pronged thrust: a major presence in the local and international entertainment industry and an initial venture into gaming to round up its total entertainment offer.

1996

From Film to Entertainment

On 20 June 1996, the corporation’s name was amended to Premiere Entertainment Productions, Inc.

1988

PHA Incorporation

Premiere Horizon Alliance Corporation (PHA), formerly Premiere Entertainment Philippines, Inc., was incorporated on 13 January 1988 and was then known as Premiere Films International, Inc.

Our Journey Through the Years

July 2023

New Board, Execomm and Management Team joined PHA

PHA appointed a new chairman, new board members, and new executive and management committees to embark on improving our financial position, strengthening our businesses, enhancing governance and investor relations, and infusing fresh perspectives and expertise. The objective of this varied group of executives, who bring rich experiences in finance, investment management, business development, strategic research, and legal matters, is to create and oversee investment portfolios that support PHA’s long-term financial objectives and promote ESG values.

May 2023

New capital Infusion

After last year’s inflow, capital has grown for PHA by Php 3.4M

2022

Increase in capital

PHA focusing on core investment portfolio and those that generate cash flows. The company has infused a new capital to explore growth & investment opportunities in technology-driven businesses as the digital economy expands to the countryside.

2021

PHA added to the FTSE Global Equity Index; LDA Capital Php2.5B Investment Commitment; New Management Team

PHA was added to the FTSE Global Equity Index Series for Asia-Pacific. LDA Capital signed a Put Option Agreement with PHA committing an equity capital investment of up to Php 2.5B in three years. PHA received the remaining Php100M investment from the new investor group with the remaining Php625M to be paid in cash or as equivalent shares of SquidPay Technology based on an agreed valuation. In December, PHA announced the retirement of Mr. Augusto Antonio C. Serafica, Jr. as President & CEO of the company. Mr. Roberto B. Ortiz, the Group CFO and Director, succeeded Mr. Serafica as the President & CEO. Mr. Adrian Luzuriaga was also appointed as the new Group CFO of PHA.

2020

New Investor Group Acquiring 55% of PHA

A new investor group led by Mr. Marvin Dela Cruz, founder of SquidPay Technology, Inc. signed a memorandum of agreement to acquire 55% ownership of PHA at a Php 925M transaction value. By December, Php 200M of the Php925M was received by PHA. On the same year, PHA also increased its authorized capital stock to Php1.5B.

2017

Expanding WPP’s Real Estate Portfolio

The year 2017 saw PHA focusing on infrastructure and tourism real estate development. Aside from the big property, WPP also acquired a 5-hectare beachfront property in Nagtabon Beach, Puerto Princesa City.

2016

Venture into Tourism Real Estate Development

Incorporated West Palawan Premiere Development Corp. (WPP) as a vehicle to develop its 500+ hectare property in Puerto Princesa City to cater to the growing tourism demand in one of the best islands in the world.

2015

Additional Convertible Notes and Goshen Land Acquisition

Completed issuance of Php 400M Exchangeable Notes. Acquired 55% of Goshen Land Capital, Inc., a premiere real estate company in Northern Luzon developing master-planned communities in Baguio City and La Trinidad.

2014

Sold Gaming Assets for 620M and Focused on Countryside Development

PHA was able to sell its gaming assets in Digiwave for Php 620M which funded the countryside development turn-around story of the company and its real estate business acquisitions.

2013

Issued Convertible Debt to Fund Business Acquisitions

Issued Php 175 million convertible debt to fund its mining construction and real estate business acquisitions.

2012

Acquired PGDI and 512 hectares of property in Palawan

In 2012, Premiere Horizon acquired 66.9% of Redstone Construction and Development Corporation (RCDC). RCDC is engaged in the business of providing hauling services for construction works for mining, real estate development, environmental protection, and remediation. Acquired 512 hectares of property in Puerto Princesa City.

2011

Added Mining & Real Estate in its Business Portfolio

On December 29, 2011, the company’s name was changed to Premiere Horizon Alliance Corporation and added mining, real estate, information technology, and other related businesses to its portfolio. PHA also lowered the par value of its shares from P1.00 to P0.25, decreasing its authorized capital stock from Php 1,800,000,000.00 to Php 563,560,000.00.

2008

Ventured into the Gaming Industry

On May 16, 2008, the Company’s shareholders and board of directors approved the change in company name to Premiere Entertainment Philippines, Inc., an increase in authorized capital stock, and the acquisition of Digiwave Solutions, Inc., a corporation engaged in the development of gaming software and operation of internet casino stations.

1997

Became the first PSE publicly listed motion picture company

On May 5, 1997, the company was listed at the Philippine Stock Exchange and became the first public company engaged in motion picture production. PHA envisioned a two-pronged thrust: a major presence in the local and international entertainment industry and an initial venture into gaming to round up its total entertainment offer.

1996

From Film to Entertainment

On 20 June 1996, the corporation’s name was amended to Premiere Entertainment Productions, Inc.

1988

PHA Incorporation

Premiere Horizon Alliance Corporation (PHA), formerly Premiere Entertainment Philippines, Inc., was incorporated on 13 January 1988 and was then known as Premiere Films International, Inc.

Board of Directors

Emmanuel G. Herbosa

Chairman / Independent Director

Eugenio T. Tan

President & CEO / Director

Marian Peña

Director

Raul Ma. F. Anonas

Director / EVP & COO, CIO and SEC Compliance Officer

Brandon P. Leong

Director & Treasurer

Esteban G. Peña Sy

Director

Atty. Geronimo B. Halili

Director

Ernest Sze Lok Yeung

Director

Maria Clara A. Camacho

Independent Director

Atty. Andrea E. Katipunan

Corporate Secretary

Atty. Felicidad Diloy

Assistant Corporate Secretary

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