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The organization said the refreshed leadership brings together executives from banking, payments, lending, and emerging technology firms to strengthen collaboration across the ecosystem.
FinTech Alliance PH, widely considered the country’s largest fintech industry group, continues to act as a bridge between incumbents and disruptors.
Chair Lito Villanueva, executive vice president and chief innovation and inclusion officer of RCBC, retains his post after steering key initiatives aligned with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ digitalization and financial inclusion agenda.
The group represents over 150 corporate members, accounting for more than 95 percent of retail digital financial transaction volume and serving over 120 million Filipinos.
In a company release, FinTech Alliance PH said its 2026 board includes Oscar Enrico A. Reyes Jr. of GCash, Angelo S. Madrid of Maya Philippines, Martha Elaine A. Borja of Maribank Philippines, Lawrence Y. Ferrer of CIS Bayad Center, Zdenek Jankovsky of Home Credit Philippines, Christian G. Lauron of SGV and Co./Ernst and Young, Deanno J. Basas of Atram Trust Corporation, JJ Disini of Disini Law Office, Imelda Tiongson of Pru Life UK, Manish Bhai of Uno Digital Bank, Griselda G. Santos of FinTech Alliance PH, and Wei Zhou of Coins.ph, with Atty. Aiken Larisa Serzo serving as corporate secretary.
Why it matters
The Philippines remains one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic digital finance markets, driven by rapid adoption of e-wallets, online banking, and alternative lending platforms.
Strong industry coordination is increasingly critical as regulators push for interoperability, consumer protection, and broader financial access.
What they’re saying
“The strength of FinTech Alliance PH lies in bringing together leaders who are not only shaping their organizations, but collectively defining the future of finance in the Philippines,” said Villanueva.
“This board reflects the depth and dynamism of our ecosystem as we push for broader access, stronger digital infrastructure, and more inclusive financial services for every Filipino.”
What’s next
The Alliance plans to deepen regulatory engagement, accelerate open finance frameworks, and expand public-private partnerships aimed at underserved sectors, while continuing to publish its annual Philippine FinTech Report as a key industry benchmark. —Princess Daisy C. Ominga | Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
