Tan Family (Alliance Global)
Overview
The Tan family, led by patriarch Andrew Tan, controls Alliance Global Group, one of the Philippines' largest conglomerates. Andrew Tan, a Chinese-Filipino businessman born in Fujian, China, built his empire from a single liquor distillery into a diversified portfolio spanning real estate (Megaworld), gaming (Travellers International), quick-service restaurants (McDonald's Philippines franchisee), and liquor (Emperador Distillers). The family's rise reflects the classic overseas Chinese entrepreneurial trajectory, leveraging diaspora networks and strategic government ties to dominate multiple sectors of the Philippine economy.
Description
The Tan family, led by patriarch Andrew Tan, controls Alliance Global Group, one of the Philippines' largest conglomerates. Andrew Tan, a Chinese-Filipino businessman born in Fujian, China, built his empire from a single liquor distillery into a diversified portfolio spanning real estate (Megaworld), gaming (Travellers International), quick-service restaurants (McDonald's Philippines franchisee), and liquor (Emperador Distillers). The family's rise reflects the classic overseas Chinese entrepreneurial trajectory, leveraging diaspora networks and strategic government ties to dominate multiple sectors of the Philippine economy.
Leadership
Governance
Andrew Tan remains actively involved as chairman and CEO, with his children taking on senior roles: Kevin Tan leads Megaworld, and Kendrick Tan oversees Emperador. Succession is being managed gradually, with the second generation assuming operational control while the patriarch retains strategic oversight.
Succession
Andrew Tan remains actively involved as chairman and CEO, with his children taking on senior roles: Kevin Tan leads Megaworld, and Kendrick Tan oversees Emperador. Succession is being managed gradually, with the second generation assuming operational control while the patriarch retains strategic oversight.
Public-Sector Context
The Tan family maintains close ties with Philippine political elites, including former President Rodrigo Duterte and current administration figures, facilitating favorable regulatory treatment for their gaming and real estate ventures. They also have connections with Chinese government officials through investments in Fujian.