A strong business network is built not only through reliable connections but also through the relationships that make growth possible.
This was the message behind InfiniVAN VisMin’s 3rd Kanpai, an annual partner appreciation night that brought together more than 300 partners and industry representatives from across the Visayas and Mindanao on October 29, 2026, at Dusit Thani Davao City.
Carrying the theme “Winter After Dark,” the gathering recognized the continued trust and support of the company’s growing network of partners while providing an opportunity for business leaders and industry representatives to reconnect and strengthen professional relationships.
Kicking off the celebration, InfiniVAN Vice President for Sales – VisMin Arnold Comendador expressed his appreciation for the partners who have contributed to the company’s growing presence in VisMin.
He emphasized that building a strong network goes beyond providing fast and reliable internet services. It also requires meaningful relationships, trust, and shared opportunities for growth.
“We knew that building a strong network was not just about providing fast and reliable internet. It was also about building relationships, earning trust, and finding the right people to grow with,” Comendador said.
“We know that business is not always easy, but having partners who believe in what we do makes the journey more meaningful,” he added.
STRENGTHENING ITS NETWORK
The celebration was attended by InfiniVAN Chairman Koji Miyashita, President Shigeki Nakahara, Vice President for NOC, After Sales, Restoration and Products Toya Oba, and Sales Operation and Implementation Head Takeshi Ohba, who joined the VisMin team in recognizing the company’s valued partners.
Also present were National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) Regional Director Atty. Alan Felix Macaraya Jr. of Region VII and Regional Director Dr. Nelson Cañete of Region XI.
In his message, Chairman Miyashita reaffirmed the importance of building lasting relationships with partners, noting that strengthening business ties is just as important as expanding the company’s fiber network.
“Building strong ties with all of you is just as important to us as building our fiber network,” Miyashita said.
He added that gatherings such as Kanpai allow the company to listen to its partners, understand their challenges, and identify practical ways to support their operations.
“Meeting you in person lets us listen to what you need, understand your challenges, and find practical ways to solve problems together. We want to offer more than just an internet connection. We want to help local providers reach more homes, help businesses run smoothly, and help government offices serve the public better,” he said.
Meanwhile, Dr. Cañete highlighted the broader role of connectivity in supporting communities and industries, emphasizing that its value goes beyond telecommunications infrastructure and technology.
“And as we recognize InfiniVAN and its partners tonight, let us remember that the true value of connectivity goes beyond cables, networks, equipment and technology,” Cañete said.
President Nakahara also expressed his appreciation to the company’s partners and honorees, encouraging them to continue working together toward shared progress.
“To all our honorees, thank you for being part of this journey. Let us continue working together towards a more prosperous future,” Nakahara said.
Beyond strengthening business relationships, Miyashita also highlighted InfiniVAN’s continuing investments in telecommunications infrastructure and connectivity initiatives to support the country’s growing digital needs.
Among these are the Philippine Domestic Submarine Cable Network (PDSCN), the CANDLE initiative, and the company’s ongoing fiber network expansions across the region.
Through these developments, InfiniVAN aims to build a stronger and more resilient network backbone for the Visayas and Mindanao, supporting local internet service providers, businesses, government institutions, and communities.
A CELEBRATION BEYOND BUSINESS
Kanpai VisMin 2026 welcomed representatives from various sectors, including electric cooperatives, government agencies, the hospitality industry, local internet service providers, and cable television operators.
Guests enjoyed an evening of performances, entertainment, and fellowship, highlighted by a raffle featuring prizes such as LASIK surgery and healthcare packages from Shinagawa, an overnight stay at Dusit Thani Davao City, trips for two to Palawan and Bangkok, and the grand prize of a trip to Hokkaido, Japan.
As InfiniVAN continues to expand its presence across the Visayas and Mindanao, its annual Kanpai gathering serves as a reminder that behind every successful connection are the people and partnerships that help make growth possible.
