Timeless Treasures (1)

Whenever one looks back over a successful past the equation must always arise: “Can we equal that?” You, ladies and gentlemen, have the answer to that question. And knowing you, having worked with you for many years, I am confident that the answer is, “Of course, we can equal it. We can do even better.” I realize, as you do, that this is not easy. Fortunately, I know we have the ability to do them.

- Alfonso Zobel de Ayala

"Business simply cannot flourish in failing societies. The building blocks of society, families, communities, and businesses cannot prosper if the air is polluted, if the rivers are clogged, if forests are denuded, if biodiversity is threatened, and if people are mired in poverty. These realities must force all of us to stop and rethink the very conduct of our lives, the way we govern, and the way we do business."

Fernando Zobel de Ayala (2009)