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October 1, 2024 | 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM | Isabela BC, Lower Lobby, Makati Shangri-La, Manila, Philippines

Overview 2024 Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Forum - Manila

Immerse yourself in the forefront of financial innovation at the Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Forum 2024, the premier gathering for the brightest minds and leading figures in the banking, finance, and insurance sectors across the vibrant continent of Asia. This distinguished event series sets the stage for a dynamic exchange of innovative ideas, cutting-edge strategies, and best practices that are shaping the future of the industry.

Embark on a knowledge-rich journey through the financial hubs of Asia, commencing with the historic launch in the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh on March 12, followed by the vibrant streets of Bangkok on April 23, the economic pulse of Jakarta on May 14, the cosmopolitan allure of Kuala Lumpur on June 25, and culminating in the thriving metropolis of Manila on October 1.

The 2024 Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Forum is more than an event—it's a catalyst for progress and a beacon for industry advancement in Asia. Whether you're a seasoned executive or an emerging leader, this forum is the convergence point for those who are driving change and those who aspire to.

Reserve your spot at the nexus of Asian Finance & Banking and Insurance Asia. Join us as we chart the course for a resilient, innovative, and thriving future in the financial sector.

Venue: Isabela BC, Lower Lobby, Makati Shangri-La, Manila, Philippines

The 2024 Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia Forum is an unmatched opportunity for professionals to:

CONNECT

Forge meaningful relationships with peers, engage in thought-provoking conversations with industry stalwarts, and establish valuable contacts through our interactive sessions and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration and partnerships.

EXPERIENCE

Absorb the wisdom of renowned leaders through a series of compelling talks and panel discussions. Dive deep into the heart of Asian banking and finance with live case studies and presentations that unveil the latest trends, challenges, and breakthroughs in the region.

DISCOVER

Stay ahead of the curve as you uncover the latest technological innovations and regulatory changes that are transforming the financial landscape. Gain a competitive edge by learning from success stories and strategies implemented by the top players in the field.

ELEVATE

Elevate your expertise with actionable insights and knowledge that can be directly applied to your organization. Whether you're seeking to optimize operations, enhance customer service, or drive growth, the forum's rich content will inspire and equip you to elevate your business.

SPEAKERS

 Jun Palanca

Jun Palanca

Country Manager, Philippines
ING

JC Principe

JC Principe

Former FWD Technology Leader
FWD Life Insurance

Lito Villanueva

Lito Villanueva

Executive Vice President, Chief Innovation & Inclusion Officer, Digital Enterprise & Innovations Group Head
RCBC

Mila Bedrenets

Mila Bedrenets

Chief Growth Hacker 
Tonik

Nishy De Silva

Nishy De Silva

Senior Vice President and Shared Services Technology Head
Security Bank

Emmanuel Bonoan

Emmanuel Bonoan

Vice Chairman & COO, Head of Advisory
KPMG

Carlo Nazareno

Carlo Nazareno

Head of Cash Management Services
BDO

Anna Marie Pabellon

Anna Marie Pabellon

Assurance Leader
Deloitte Philippines

Gigi Puno

Gigi Puno

Director of Technology and Operations
GoTyme Bank

Kalidas Ghose

Kalidas Ghose

Chairman
UNO Digital Bank

Angelo Madrid

Angelo Madrid

President
Maya Bank

Krystle Mei Ambrosio

Krystle Mei Ambrosio

Chief Treasury Officer
Union Digital Bank Inc

 Melchor T. Plabasan

Melchor T. Plabasan

Director, Technology Risk and Innovation Supervision Department (TRISD)
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas

Chuchi Fonacier

Chuchi Fonacier

Deputy Governor
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas

Fridolin Blumer

Fridolin Blumer

CEO & Founder
XiXun Asia Pte. Ltd.

Patricia Buenaventura Nichol

Patricia Buenaventura Nichol

Partner and Office Head
Bain & Company

Caesar Parlade

Caesar Parlade

Managing Partner for Advisory and Digital Transformation
Reyes Tacandong & Co

Prahlad Agarwal

Prahlad Agarwal

Chief of Staff & Head of Strategy
Manulife Philippines

Raoul Antonio Littaua

Raoul Antonio Littaua

President & Chief Executive Officer
Insular Life

Anthony Louis Gunzon

Anthony Louis Gunzon

Chief Marketing Officer
Malayan Insurance Co. Inc.

Lester Cruz

Lester Cruz

CEO
Singlife Philippines

Ingrid Beroña

Ingrid Beroña

Chief Risk Officer
GCash

Alvin Dave Pusing

Alvin Dave Pusing

Director, Financial Services and Risk Consulting
PwC

Tricia Tan

Tricia Tan

Chief Marketing Officer
Security Bank

Noel Tordesillas

Noel Tordesillas

Head of E-Channel, Business Channels
Etiqa

Isabela Rae Ver-Bibal

Isabela Rae Ver-Bibal

Head for Client Experience
Sun Life Philippines

Maria Cristina L. Go

Maria Cristina L. Go

Head of Consumer Banking
BPI

AGENDA

*Subject to change

8:30 - 9:00 AM REGISTRATION


9:10 - 9:15 AM Welcome Remarks

  • Tim Charlton, Publisher, Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia 

9:15 - 9:35 AM Opening Speaker

  • Chuchi Fonacier, Deputy Governor, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)

9:35 - 9:55 AM Keynote Speaker 

  • Patricia Buenaventura Nichol, Partner & Office Head, Bain & Company

9:55 - 10:35 AM Panel Session 1: Embracing Digital Disruption: Transforming Philippine Banking in the Digital Age

Moderator:

  • Fridolin Blumer, CEO & Founder, XiXun Asia

Panelists:

  • Jun Palanca, Country Manager, Philippines, ING
  • JC Principe, Former FWD Technology Leader, FWD Life Insurance
  • Lito Villanueva, Executive Vice President, Chief Innovation & Inclusion Officer, Digital Enterprise & Innovations Group Head, RCBC
  • Mila Bedrenets, Chief Growth Hacker, Tonik
  • Nishy De Silva, Senior Vice President, Shared Services CTO, Security Bank

10:35 -11:15 AM NETWORKING BREAK


11:15 - 11:35 AM Speaking Session 4: AI in Financial Services

  • Emmanuel Bonoan, Vice Chairman & COO, Head of Advisory, KPMG

11:35 - 11:55 PM Speaking Session 5: Digital Payments Revolution: Enhancing Financial Inclusion in the Philippines

  • Carlo Nazareno, Head of Cash Management Services, BDO

11:55 - 12:25 PM Panel Session 2: Digital Banking 2.0: Shaping the Future of Finance

Moderator:

  • Anna Marie Pabellon, Assurance Leader, Deloitte Philippines

Panelists:

  • Gigi Puno, Director of Technology and Operations, GoTyme Bank
  • Kalidas Ghose, Chairman, UNO Digital Bank
  • Angelo Madrid, President, Maya Bank
  • Krystle Mei Ambrosio, Chief Treasury Officer, Union Digital Bank Inc

12:25/ 1:00 - 2:00 PM MIDDAY BREAK


2:00 - 2:20 PM Speaking Session 6 

  • Kevin Kwek, Partner, Kearney 

2:20 - 2:40 PM Speaking Session 7: Cyber Resilience: Protecting the Borderless Realm

  • Melchor T. Plabasan (Mhel), Director, Technology Risk and Innovation Supervision Department (TRISD), Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)

2:40 - 3:10 PM Panel Session 3: Revolutionizing Insurance: Embracing Inclusivity and Sustainability in the Philippine Market

Moderator:

  • Caesar V. Parlade, Managing Partner for Advisory and Digital Transformation Solutions, Reyes Tacandong & Co

Panelists:

  • Prahlad Agarwal, CFA, Chief of Staff & Head of Strategy, Manulife Philippines
  • Raoul Antonio Littaua, President & Chief Executive Officer, Insular Life
  • Anthony Louis Gunzon, Chief Marketing Officer, Malayan Insurance Co., Inc.
  • Lester Cruz, CEO, Singlife Philippines

3:10 - 3:40 PM NETWORKING BREAK


3:40 - 4:00 PM Speaking Session 8: Trailblazing towards Financial Inclusion​

  • Ingrid Beroña, Chief Risk Officer, GCash

4:00 - 4:40 PM Panel Session 4: Customer-Centric Banking and Insurance: Enhancing Experiences in the Philippine Financial Landscape

Moderator:

  • Alvin Dave Pusing, Director, Financial Services and Risk Consulting, PwC

Panelists:

  • Carlo Nazareno, Head of Cash Management Services, BDO
  • Tricia Tan, Chief Marketing Officer, Security Bank
  • Noel Tordesillas, Head of E-Channel, Business Channels, Etiqa
  • Isabela Rae Ver-Bibal, Head for Client Experience, Sun Life Philippines
  • Maria Cristina L. Go, Head of Consumer Banking, BPI

5:00 PM END OF PROGRAM

For inquiries, reach us at

For more details, contact:

Asian Banking & FInance and Insurance Asia Events Team

+65 31581386

[email protected]

SPEAKERS

 Jun Palanca

Jun Palanca

Country Manager, Philippines
ING

JC Principe

JC Principe

Former FWD Technology Leader
FWD Life Insurance

Lito Villanueva

Lito Villanueva

Executive Vice President, Chief Innovation & Inclusion Officer, Digital Enterprise & Innovations Group Head
RCBC

Mila Bedrenets

Mila Bedrenets

Chief Growth Hacker 
Tonik

Nishy De Silva

Nishy De Silva

Senior Vice President and Shared Services Technology Head
Security Bank

Emmanuel Bonoan

Emmanuel Bonoan

Vice Chairman & COO, Head of Advisory
KPMG

Carlo Nazareno

Carlo Nazareno

Head of Cash Management Services
BDO

Anna Marie Pabellon

Anna Marie Pabellon

Assurance Leader
Deloitte Philippines

Gigi Puno

Gigi Puno

Director of Technology and Operations
GoTyme Bank

Kalidas Ghose

Kalidas Ghose

Chairman
UNO Digital Bank

Angelo Madrid

Angelo Madrid

President
Maya Bank

Krystle Mei Ambrosio

Krystle Mei Ambrosio

Chief Treasury Officer
Union Digital Bank Inc

 Melchor T. Plabasan

Melchor T. Plabasan

Director, Technology Risk and Innovation Supervision Department (TRISD)
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas

Chuchi Fonacier

Chuchi Fonacier

Deputy Governor
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas

Fridolin Blumer

Fridolin Blumer

CEO & Founder
XiXun Asia Pte. Ltd.

Patricia Buenaventura Nichol

Patricia Buenaventura Nichol

Partner and Office Head
Bain & Company

Caesar Parlade

Caesar Parlade

Managing Partner for Advisory and Digital Transformation
Reyes Tacandong & Co

Prahlad Agarwal

Prahlad Agarwal

Chief of Staff & Head of Strategy
Manulife Philippines

Raoul Antonio Littaua

Raoul Antonio Littaua

President & Chief Executive Officer
Insular Life

Anthony Louis Gunzon

Anthony Louis Gunzon

Chief Marketing Officer
Malayan Insurance Co. Inc.

Lester Cruz

Lester Cruz

CEO
Singlife Philippines

Ingrid Beroña

Ingrid Beroña

Chief Risk Officer
GCash

Alvin Dave Pusing

Alvin Dave Pusing

Director, Financial Services and Risk Consulting
PwC

Tricia Tan

Tricia Tan

Chief Marketing Officer
Security Bank

Noel Tordesillas

Noel Tordesillas

Head of E-Channel, Business Channels
Etiqa

Isabela Rae Ver-Bibal

Isabela Rae Ver-Bibal

Head for Client Experience
Sun Life Philippines

Maria Cristina L. Go

Maria Cristina L. Go

Head of Consumer Banking
BPI