About Us

AGC Power Holdings Corp. (AGC PHC) stands at the helm of the Philippines’ lifestyle media landscape, defining the industry with ambition, scale, and vision. As the country’s largest lifestyle media holding company, AGC PHC leads a dynamic portfolio that includes the nation’s fastest-growing media powerhouses: One Mega Group Inc., Mega Global Licensing Inc., and Modern Media Group Inc.

Under the leadership of Chairman and CEO Archie Carrasco, AGC PHC has cultivated an ecosystem that extends beyond publishing. Its integrated network of marketing and retail subsidiaries—7640, DigistarPH, Events100, KLIQ, and SUNI—operates both in synergy with the group and as stand-alone innovators with their own client rosters.

Product Excellence. Market Leadership. Operational Efficiency.

These three pillars define AGC PHC’s approach to modern enterprise. With a future-forward mindset, the company builds brands that resonate, scale, and endure—across lifestyle media, strategic marketing, and consumer-driven retail.

At its core, AGC PHC is committed to purposeful growth—investing in ideas, talent, and partnerships that elevate Philippine creativity to a global stage.

Archie G. Carrasco, Chairman and CEO

Archie G. Carrasco is the driving force behind AGC Power Holdings Corp.—a visionary whose career spans decades across media, events, digital and brand marketing, sales, and e-commerce. Known for his unshakable resolve and intuitive grasp of cultural momentum, Carrasco has built his reputation not just by meeting challenges head-on—be it looming deadlines or a global pandemic—but by turning them into opportunities for innovation.

Rooted in his own experience of building from the ground up, Carrasco founded AGC PHC as both a legacy and a launchpad: a way to give back, create opportunity, and pursue the intersections of business and creativity. A strategic dreamer with a prescient eye for talent and trends, he has quietly shaped key moments in contemporary Philippine media, often from behind the scenes.

Under his leadership, AGC PHC has redefined the publishing landscape with the launch of titles such as Vogue Philippines, Allure Philippines, Billboard Philippines, Rolling Stone Philippines, Robb Report Philippines, and VMAN Southeast Asia—each one a statement of intent for Philippine media on the global stage.

His contributions have been recognized through international accolades including the Asia Leaders Awards (2021), the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (2022), and speaking engagements at esteemed industry platforms such as the 46th FIPP World Media Congress in Portugal.

Archie G. Carrasco, Chairman and CEO

The power behind the name, Archie G. Carrasco has built a reputation for overcoming adversity, regardless if they are deadlines or a global pandemic. Carrasco has decades of experience in media, events, digital and brand marketing, sales, independent and mainstream marketing, and e-commerce. He founded AGC PHC as a means to give back, inspired by his own experience of building an empire from the ground up, and as a platform for him to pursue his many passions. An unabashed dreamer with a penchant for tactical strategies and spotting trends and talent ahead of the pack, Carrasco has played a key role in many zeitgeist moments in popular Philippine culture—mostly from behind the scenes. With a mission of reigniting Philippine media, he has elevated the media conglomerate’s illustrious string of titles with the introduction of Vogue Philippines, Rolling Stone Philippines, Billboard Philippines, Allure Philippines, Robb Report Philippines, and VMAN Southeast Asia. His achievements are recognized globally through prestigious awards like the Asia Leaders Awards in 2021 and the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards in 2022, as well as speaking engagements at worldwide media industry events such as the 46th FIPP World Media Congress in Portugal.

Vision

The golden standard for Filipino media excellence.

Mission

To create pioneering, entertaining, and socially responsible products and services that positively impact every Filipino.

Core Values

Integrity

Acting with honesty and purpose in every decision and interaction.

Innovation

Finding smarter, creative ways to move ideas, brands, and stories forward.

Excellence

Delivering high-quality work through focus, discipline, and consistency.

Media

One Mega Group Inc. (OMGI) is the Philippines’ pioneer in glossy magazine publishing, shaping the local media landscape through a legacy of premium storytelling across digital, live, and print platforms.

OMGI operates through two core divisions: Southeast Asia and the Philippines. The Southeast Asia group is poised for regional expansion, with VMAN Southeast Asia marking its first international foray, MEGA—the flagship title—now extending its presence across the Asian market, and Delish Philippines, celebrating Filipino cuisine and culinary culture for both local and global audiences.

The Philippines group is also laying the groundwork for international reach. BluPrint continues to build a strong footprint in ASEAN design and architecture, while Lifestyle Asia, The Business Manual, Modern Parenting, and The GAME evolve as cross-market platforms for informed, aspirational content.

Mega Global Licensing Inc. (MGLI) is the exclusive Philippine partner of Condé Nast. In September 2022, it introduced Vogue Philippines with a vision anchored in sustainability and the celebration of Filipino identity. One of its most defining editorial statements featured Apo Whang-Od—a centenarian mambabatok (traditional tattoo artist) from Kalinga—on the cover. The image captured international attention with over 90 media pickups and more than 100 million social media impressions, reshaping global perceptions of beauty and honoring indigenous heritage.

In April 2025, the launch of Allure Philippines marked MGLI’s expansion into the beauty space. The brand delivers expert-driven, science-backed insights and inclusive narratives, setting a new standard for how beauty is explored and understood in the Philippine market.

Coming in Summer 2026, GQ Philippines will redefine the modern Filipino gentleman. For over nine decades, GQ has shaped the global conversation on modern masculinity—celebrating creativity, individuality, and influence across style, culture, and grooming. That conversation now extends to the Philippines, where the Filipino man’s identity evolves.

Modern Media Group Inc. (MMGI) is committed to shaping the future of storytelling in the Philippines. With a focus on cultural relevance, editorial integrity, and digital innovation, MMGI produces content that informs, inspires, and influences across platforms.

Through its exclusive partnership with Penske Media Corporation, MMGI publishes Billboard Philippines, Rolling Stone Philippines, and Robb Report Philippines—each representing a distinct voice within music, business, and luxury. It also houses NYLON Manila, a digital-first platform that speaks to a new generation of creators and changemakers.

Driven by purpose and powered by insight, MMGI continues to expand its influence by building brands that reflect the energy, diversity, and ambition of contemporary Filipino audiences.

Marketing Services

7640 Inc. is the video production powerhouse of AGC Power Holdings Corp., creating original content for its newest digital channel, POW TV. As the lead producer of The Killer Pitch—POW TV’s flagship business reality series—7640 Inc. brings its signature blend of music, visuals, and storytelling to a broader, more connected audience.

DigistarPH Inc. is a global PR and influencer marketing agency connecting brands with key opinion leaders across markets through curated campaigns, product placements, and event integrations. DigistarPH has powered launches and brand moments for both emerging labels and global icons.

Events100 is a boutique events agency specializing in crafting experiences that are immersive, seamless, and memorable—whether for private gatherings or large-scale brand productions. With a focus on thoughtful execution and creative detail, it has produced events for leading media, luxury, and lifestyle brands across the Philippines.

KLIQ Inc. is a creative and content creation agency dedicated to building brand narratives through strategic storytelling, digital-first campaigns, and custom publishing. From social media content to bespoke publications, KLIQ delivers visually compelling, culturally relevant work that strengthens brand identity and drives audience engagement across platforms.

Retail

Shopping Universe Network, Inc. (SUNI) is a retail and circulations company with a mission to bring Filipino creativity and content to a wider market. SUNI offers a curated digital storefront through its e-commerce platform SariSari.Shopping that serves as a digital gateway to homegrown and licensed publications and, soon, curated Filipino lifestyle products.