Last 25 July 2023, at the illustrious Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Center, the Asian Banking and Finance Awards 2023 celebrated exceptional achievements in the retail banking and financial industry across the Asia Pacific region. Among the night’s biggest winners was Union Bank of the Philippines, garnering multiple prestigious accolades that solidified its reputation as a leading institution in the industry.
UnionBank’s remarkable accomplishments were recognized through the following awards:
- Domestic Retail Bank of the Year
- Branch Innovation of the Year (Bronze) for The Portal’s Branch Visit
- Digital Transformation of the Year (Philippines) for ePaycard Digital Account Opening
- Digital Business Banking Initiative of the Year (Philippines) for MSME Banking
- Mobile Banking & Payment Initiative of the Year (Philippines) for UPAY for MSMEs
On hand to receive the well-deserved awards were esteemed representatives from UnionBank, including Jose Paulo Soliman, the SME & Micropreneurs Segment Marketing Head; Abby Jayne Go, the VP Senior Product Manager; and James Ileto, the Corporate Media Reputation Management Group Head.
“At UnionBank, we proudly banner our own digital transformation journey on our road to becoming a Great Retail Bank. We share it with our clients and the Filipino people just as we share these recognitions/awards with the hard-working UnionBankers behind them. Our journey of embracing technological innovations has always been in the quest to better the lives of our clients and countrymen,” according to Joyce Gonzalez, Retail Banking Center Head at UnionBank upon accepting the awards.
The Asian Banking and Finance Awards is renowned for its rigorous evaluation process, overseen by a distinguished panel of industry experts, including leaders from Ernst & Young, Deloitte, PwC, KPMG Singapore, and Bain & Co. The recognition bestowed upon UnionBank by this prestigious jury underscores the institution’s commitment to delivering innovative and exceptional banking solutions to its valued customers.
With this latest triumph at the Asian Banking and Finance Awards 2023, Union Bank of the Philippines showcases its unwavering dedication to pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence in the financial industry. The bank’s relentless pursuit of providing world-class banking experiences continues to set new standards, further strengthening its position as a leading player in the banking landscape.