Security Bank lauded at 8th Asian Excellence Awards
Security Bank bagged three major awards at Corporate Governance Asia’s 8th Asian Excellence Awards held in Hong Kong on June 8.
For the third year in a row, Security Bank president and CEO Alfonso Salcedo Jr. was recognized as “Asia’s Best CEO (Investor Relations, Philippines)”. For the second year in a row, Security Bank EVP Joselito Mape was named “Asia’s Best CFO (Investor Relations, Philippines)”. Security Bank was lauded as the “Best Investor Relations Company, Philippines” for the fourth consecutive year.
According to Corporate Governance Asia, the most authoritative voice on corporate governance practices in the region: “Through the Investor Relations Program, Security Bank has observed high standards in furnishing the investment community with its strategic, operating and financial information through adequate and timely disclosures to the regulatory authorities… Security Bank welcomes ongoing engagement with its shareholders and institutional investors to further enhance their collaboration with each other, which is essential to achieve the bank’s corporate goals and objectives.”
“We understand the importance of engaging and being transparent with our stakeholders. Together with them, we constantly explore ways to identify areas for improvement,” Salcedo said.
Security Bank’s awards came at an opportune time when Asia is gaining traction as an ideal investment destination. Aside from competitive products and financial performance, it is through good corporate governance that banks can demonstrate leadership not only in the Philippines but also in Asia.