Maru Velisa H. Macaltao, Procurement Officer of Finance – Procurement, described that receiving the Tangan ng Serbisyo Award was both exciting and meaningful for her. The recognition served as an encouraging reminder that dedication and hard work are seen and valued.

Maru’s journey exemplifies the true purpose of the tipón Awards - the premier recognition framework of the tipón Federation. Designed to institutionalize a culture of high performance and accountability, the awards celebrate the "Winning as a Team" philosophy, honoring those who bridge the gap between operations and support with exceptional commitment.

Maru believes that her determination to accomplish tasks effectively played a key role in earning the recognition. Her consistent focus on delivering quality work reflects her commitment to excellence and accountability in every responsibility she handles.

She encourages the Supervisors and Immediate Heads to continue recognizing the deserving team members. She emphasized that even a simple act of commendation can inspire, motivate, and positively influence others to strive for excellence.