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Ong has been part of Security Bank’s leadership team and played a role in expanding the bank’s wholesale banking franchise.
Security Bank president and CEO Victor Lee thanked Ong for his contributions and leadership during his tenure.
“John has made meaningful contributions to our wholesale banking business, and we thank him for his leadership and service. We wish him every success in his future endeavors,” Lee said.
Why it matters
Wholesale banking is a major revenue and growth engine for Security Bank, serving corporate, commercial, and institutional clients across lending, treasury, transaction banking, and capital markets.
As part of the transition, Lee will directly oversee the segment while working closely with alliance segment head Hirofumi Umeno, corporate banking head Yvonne Marcelo, head of commercial banking Jorge Lindley Ong, and Security Bank Capital president and CEO Virgilio, according to a company release.
The bank said the interim leadership structure is designed to ensure business continuity and sustain momentum across its wholesale banking operations.
The bigger picture
Lee emphasized that Security Bank remains committed to expanding its wholesale banking franchise and leveraging its strategic partnership with Japan’s MUFG Bank.
“Wholesale banking remains a key growth engine for the Bank, underpinned by an experienced leadership team and a strong foundation for the future. With the support of our alliance partner and shareholder MUFG, we are well positioned to capture emerging opportunities and create long-term value for our stakeholders. Our clients can expect continuity in leadership and service as we further strengthen our corporate, commercial, and institutional banking franchise,” Lee said. — Princess Daisy C. Ominga| Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
