P&A Grant Thornton officially opens its new office in Pampanga, June 26, 2026. At the ribbon-cutting ceremony are Punongbayan & Araullo’s Co-Founder, Jose G. Araullo, P&A Grant Thornton’s Chairman and Managing Partner Romualdo V. Murcia III, Vice Chairman and Deputy Managing Partner Atty. Olivier D. Aznar, Pampanga Governor Lilia Pineda, and Pampanga Senior Provincial Board Member Fritzie David-Dizon.
FOR MORE than three decades, P&A Grant Thornton has continued to empower businesses with expert insights, superior service, and a trusted partnership built to last. From its little home in Makati, the Firm made its way across the Philippines as more offices opened in Davao, Cebu, and Cavite.
And now, P&A Grant Thornton is expanding its reach to the north with the opening of its new office in Pampanga, bringing world-class professional services closer to businesses in Central Luzon and beyond, supporting the region’s continued economic growth.
Located within the Clark Freeport Zone, a premier business and investment hub, P&A Grant Thornton’s new office is positioned to serve a growing number of enterprises across various industries. This strategic expansion reflects the firm’s confidence and its potential as a key driver of regional development while fostering local talent and creating new employment opportunities.
With the expansion in Pampanga, this milestone reflects the vision, values, and courage of P&A Grant Thornton’s founders. During the inauguration ceremony on June 26, 2026, the firm’s Co-Founder, Mr. Jose Araullo, emphasised how the firm’s journey has been driven by a steadfast commitment to its core values, enabling it to reach milestones while staying true to its purpose.
“When Ben Punongbayan and I started the firm in 1988, at the very start, we inculcate our work with dedication and integrity. I remember the time when other firms were saying that we would not last three months. But today, we are still here bringing our expertise to businesses and serving communities and our people for more than 30 years. I am so happy that our virtues of dedication and integrity continue to be the compass of the present generation of P&A leaders until now,” Araullo said.
Chairman and Managing Partner Romualdo V. Murcia III highlighted the strategic expansion of the firm and their commitment to delivering quality service within and beyond the region.
“Today is more than the opening of a new office. It’s a meaningful step forward in our journey as a firm, bringing us closer to the clients we serve, the communities we support, and the people who will shape our future. By establishing our presence here in Pampanga, we reaffirm our commitment to be more accessible, more expansive, and more deeply connected to the needs of organisations across Central and Northern Luzon and beyond,” Murcia said.
For Elano Marcelo, P&A Grant Thornton’s Partner and Business Process Solutions Practice Leader, the Clark Office launch provides an opportunity to strengthen the firm’s local presence and aid in the growth of organisations.
“Bringing P&A Grant Thornton to the northern region reflects our commitment to expanding accessible, trusted, and high-quality services for existing and potential clients. Strengthening our local presence means that we are better positioned to understand evolving needs, deliver tailored support, and help organizations operate more efficiently and grow with confidence,” he said.
With more than 1,500 skilled talents, P&A Grant Thornton’s expansion in the north underscores its commitment to creating meaningful career opportunities in the region while strengthening its capacity to deliver consistently excellent service.
“By building and growing diverse teams closer to clients, we aim to provide more responsive, high-quality support and draw on deep local insight to better serve organisations not just in Central Luzon but in neighboring regions as well,” Atty. Olivier Aznar, P&A Grant Thornton’s Vice Chairman and Deputy Managing Partner, highlighted.
The Pampanga Office will offer the firm’s full suite of services, including audit and assurance, tax advisory and compliance, advisory services, and outsourcing services. Staffed by a team of experienced professionals, the office is equipped to deliver high-quality, client-focused service aligned with global standards.
Discover opportunities and explore what’s next for you and your organisation. Visit P&A Grant Thornton’s Pampanga Office at Units 5 and 6 Ground Floor, 4Workplus, Filinvest Mimosa Leisure Estate, Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga.
