ASIA SME FORUM 2023
About
Hear the entrepreneurial elite of Southeast Asia's most dynamic economy and how they are building the nation's prosperity. The economic future of the Philippines rests on the shoulders of the booming SME sector.
If your goal is to expand a business or start one, be part of Asia SME Forum 2023, presented by Airspeed with Major Sponsors, Kyani.
Philippines is considered among the best places on the planet to start and expand businesses. It has one of the world's youngest populations, super-charged economy and government that is spending vast sums on world-class infrastructure.
Learn from, and be inspired by, many of nations most successful entrepreneurs and how they built their businesses from scratch. SME companies are transforming the nation from one dependent on a few dozen large enterprises to one propelled by thousands of focused high-performing ones. If the Philippines is to become prosperous, powerful and inclusive, it all depends on the SME sector.
Speakers
Fernando Mesa
former Mayor
Alabat, Quezon
Georgina Ann Yang
Executive Director
Galing Pook Foundation
Rick Cruzado
President
Airspeed Express
Stanley Ng
President & COO
Philippine Airlines
Rene Reinoso
General Manager
Amazing Philippines Digital Economy Corp
Michael Canlas
President & CEO
Kitchen 77 Food Creations (Bang Bang Bangus)
Joey Marcelo
CEO
Sante International
Felix Veroya
Founder & CEO
Ask Lex PH Academy
Rolan Marco Garcia
Founding CEO & Managing Partner
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Presented by Robinsons Land, The Asia CEO Awards is the Philippines' largest business awards event and Southeast Asia's biggest of its kind. It promotes the country as a top global business hub and is a must-attend for regional leaders.
Sponsors & Partners:
- Award Sponsors: Airspeed, Figari, IBPAP, iCXeed, KMC Solutions, KonsultaMD, Maybank, Microsourcing, Sante International, Sprout Solutions, White & Case.
- Official Partners: PwC (Knowledge), Marriott Manila (Venue), PSG Global Solutions (Cocktail).
- Technology & Media Partners: DOOH, Globaltronics, BusinessMirror, BusinessWorld, Manila Bulletin, Manila Standard, Philippine Daily Inquirer, THEPHILBIZNEWS.
Recognizing outstanding leaders and teams, the prestigious awards are judged by top executives. Winners are chosen on merit, not fees—a true mark of excellence. Set for October 14, 2025, at 6:00 PM, this premier gala, organized by Asia CEO Events, showcases the Philippines' rise as a global business powerhouse.