2026 JUDGE'S PROFILE
Gavin Lai
Chief Marketing & Digital Commerce Officer
FWD Life Philippines
Gavin Lai is the Chief Marketing and Digital Commerce Officer of FWD Life Philippines, where he champions the brand’s purpose of changing the way Filipinos feel about insurance. He leads brand, marketing, communications, and digital commerce, driving growth through bold storytelling, customer‑centric innovation, and data‑led experiences across every touchpoint. Gavin oversees a dynamic, multi‑disciplinary team focused on delivering seamless digital journeys and meaningful engagement that empowers people to celebrate living. With deep experience across Asia‑Pacific financial services and leadership roles within FWD Group, he brings a progressive, challenger‑brand mindset to transforming insurance for the next generation.
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