PLDT/Smart Infinity’s Chairman, Manny Pangilinan pulled off a winner by convincing the charismatic Tony Blair, England’s ex prime minister to speak in a public forum on the topic “The Leader as Principled Negotiator,” at the Leadership Conference Series Part 2.

It was a successful event capped by a Gala Dinner at the pres­tigious Sofitel Hotel Ballroom. Manila society stalwarts included an ex president, congressmen, diplomats and business tycoons alongside a number of beautiful and ac­complished ladies.

During the event, Smart Infinity gave several awards to their most de­serving clients. The event was hosted by Johnny Litton and Tessa Pri­eto Valdez; guests were treated to a special program which included a performance by Leah Salonga.

The highlight of the evening was Tony Blair’s speech, which he ended by saying that he would very much like to visit the Philippines once again.