ASIA SME FORUM 2025
About
See the entrepreneurial elite of Southeast Asia's most dynamic economy at Asia SME Forum 2025, presented by Airspeed. Be part of the Golden Age of Entrepreneurship in the Philippines. Elite Sponsor is Figari Solutions.
With other countries mired in political chaos, war or stagnation, Philippines is seen as a stable and predictable place to do business. With its aspirational young population, Philippines is becoming ranks as one of the best countries on the planet to build businesses. All the world wants to beat a path to the Philippines.
Together on-stage in masse, see elite awardees of the Asia CEO Awards. Be inspired and learn from them, and meet them for business partnerships. Entrepreneurs like these are transforming the nation from one dependent on a few dozen large enterprises for growth to one propelled by thousands of focused high-performing companies. If the Philippines is to become prosperous, powerful and inclusive, it all depends on the SME sector.
Speakers
Stanley Ng
President & COO
Philippine Airlines
Mariz Regis
President & CEO
Airspeed International
Therese Castrojas-Galang
Chief Marketing Officer
Airspeed Group
Cristina Aldeguer-Roque
Secretary
Department of Trade & Industry (DTI)
Rosemarie Rafael
Chairperson
Airspeed Group of Companies
Mark Kennedy Batugon
CEO & President Pili
AdheSeal
Raemin Reyes
Founder and President
Motovita Prime
Nathaniel "Natz" Marquez
President & CEO
eBiZolution
Michelle Tiu Lim-Chan
Chief Executive Officer
Mega Prime Foods
Karen Jane Salutan
CEO and Founder
EdukSine
Joey Marcelo
CEO
Sante International
Enzo Marfal
Chief Executive Officer
Angkat PH Business Services
Chris Islan
Managing Director
Dev Team
Chino San Diego
Founder & CEO
What's Your Flan International
Aldie Garcia
Managing Partner
PwC Philippines
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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.