Palawan Group of Companies (PGC) swept three
major awards at the 12th Annual International Finance Awards 2024 held in
Waldorf Astoria Bangkok, securing recognition for excellence in financial
inclusion and services. PGC was awarded Most Innovative E-Wallet App for
PalawanPay, Best Pawning Company, and Most Innovative Remittance Company, in
the Philippines.
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Palawan Group of Companies
Executives: Bernard Kaibigan, Group Marketing Head; Ilyn Rose Dizon, Palawan
Pawnshop and Jewelry Selling Brand Manager; and Jeff Dimaano, Integrated
Marketing Communications Head, at the 12th Annual International Finance Awards 2024 |
Bernard Kaibigan, Group Marketing Head at PGC,
expressed gratitude for the recognition of the company’s dedication to
championing financial inclusion: “For almost 40 years, we’ve made it our
mission to provide affordable, fast, and hassle-free services. Whether through
Palawan Pawnshop, Palawan Express Pera Padala, or PalawanPay, we’ve strived to
make financial services accessible to every Filipino, especially the unbanked
and underbanked.”
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Bernard Kaibigan, Group Marketing Head at PGC, was grateful to the PGC team and most importantly to their “sukis,”—beloved customers who remain at the core of the company’s mission. |
The International Finance Awards, established
in 2013 by UK-based International Finance magazine, celebrate excellence in the
global financial sector. Recognizing talent, leadership, and innovation, these
awards honor organizations and individuals driving market development through
sustainability, financial inclusion, and technological advancement.
International Finance, a leading source of credible financial news and
analysis, employs a rigorous research process to select winners based on proven
achievements.
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Palawan Group of Companies proudly received multiple trophies during the awarding night, recognizing their commitment to providing affordable, fast, and hassle-free services to Filipinos while championing financial inclusivity |
Recognized as the “Best Pawning Company,” Palawan
Pawnshop provides transparent collateral evaluation, competitive rates, and
exceptional service. Its trademark of high appraisal values and low interest
rates provides its "sukis" with greater cash payouts, solidifying its
reputation as a reliable pawning partner.
Palawan Pawnshop-Express Pera Padala is a
leading provider of domestic and international remittance services. Its
nationwide presence, encompassing over 10,000 outlets, ensures accessibility
for Filipinos throughout the country, including those in remote areas.
PalawanPay, awarded “Most Innovative
E-Wallet”, has rapidly onboarded over 20 million users in just two years. Aside
from its affordable cash-in and cash-out rates, it also offers innovative and
convenient in-app access to services such as pawn renewal, microinsurance, and
gold and jewelry transactions, all at competitive rates.
With these accolades, PGC reaffirms its stance
as a leader in accessible, affordable, and innovative financial solutions. Grounded
in its "mura, mabilis, at walang kuskos balungos" (affordable, fast,
and hassle-free) philosophy, PGC is undoubtedly raising industry benchmarks.
Most importantly, the company remains true to its commitment of empowering
Filipinos by providing accessible and inclusive financial services.
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