Publisher Media Wise Communications wins its third consecutive gold
NEVER STAND ALONE, an autobiography by RCBC President and CEO Eugene S. Acevedo has been recognized with a prestigious Gold Quill Award, besting an international field of entries from major organizations and publication houses.
Never Stand Alone received high praise from judges for its inspirational content and ability to resonate with a diverse audience. The book’s focus on collaboration and teamwork in today’s fast-paced world struck a chord with reviewers, emphasizing the timeless lessons it imparts to readers.
Publisher Media Wise Communications/MUSE Books, a boutique publication house with a big stash of local and international awards, won its third consecutive gold in the last two years, marking the ninth time that it had won in the prestigious Gold Quill Awards in eight years—and the second time that it had managed a kind of three-peat: from 2019 to 2021 and from 2023 to 2025.
In the 2023 and 2024 IABC Gold Quill Awards, Media Wise actually won two Gold Quills for each year, a rare feat that not only solidified its position as a leader in the field of publications and communication, but also showcased its extraordinary dedication to excellence.
Media Wise was also the only winner from the Philippines in the 2025 IABC Gold Quill Awards in the Writing Category (Communication Skills Division), and one of just five from the Philippines in all categories.
The International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) recognizes excellence in strategic communication worldwide via its annual IABC Gold Quill Awards of Excellence and Awards of Merit. Each year hundreds of entries from all over the world vie for the global awards.
This year saw more than 300 submissions from 17 countries, further underscoring the significance of Eugene S. Acevedo and Media Wise Communications/Muse Books’ win. Media Wise Communications,Inc./ 111Muse Books is a member of the United Print and Multi Media Group(UPMG).
The Gold Quill awards have long been established as the pinnacle achievement for professional communicators around the globe. Each year they attract hundreds of high-quality international entries from across the industry, showcasing the demonstrable impact that communicators can deliver for their stakeholders. The Gold Quills are not easy, and an entry does not guarantee success. They are rigorously evaluated by seasoned professionals, who undertake annual training and follow consistent guidelines that embed an equitable, impartial, and thorough review of each entry. And for over four decades, successful entries have endowed significant credibility to the individuals and teams whose exceptional work is deserving of the accolade.
The winners repeatedly acknowledge that the discipline required to complete a submission and the feedback received by the evaluators provides invaluable guidance for their everyday work. Win or lose, it’s an unparalleled opportunity to find out how your work could shine even brighter on the world stage.
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