ASEAN SME FORUM 2026
June 4, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Manila Marriott, Newport City Complex, Pasay City Philippines
Overview
Who We Are
The ASEAN SME FORUM 2026 gathers entrepreneurs, policymakers, logistics leaders, and e-commerce platforms to discuss how Small & Medium Enterprises can scale beyond domestic markets and compete globally. Through keynote sessions, founder stories, and industry discussions, the forum will highlight practical pathways for SMEs to grow internationally, including logistics, export readiness, digital commerce, and regional trade opportunities.
The event will also feature Circle of Excellence Awardees of the SME Company of the Year at Asia CEO Awards, recognizing outstanding founders and organizations supporting SME growth.
ASEAN SME FORUM 2026 is being held on June 4 at the luxurious Manila Marriott.
Speakers
Meet The Visionaries
Richard Pines
Chief Executive Officer
Web Powerhouse
Royston Cabuñag
Assistant Vice President for MSME, Job Fairs
SM Supermalls
Blesila Lantayona
Undersecretary for the Regional Operations Group (ROG)
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
Gabriel Sampedo
CEO
Philippine Coding Camp
Charlotte Alcantara Reyes
President & Founder
OVA Virtual
Rosemarie Rafael
Chairperson
Airspeed Group of Companies
Raemin Reyes
Chief Executive Officer
Motovita
Eduard Ortega
Chief Executive Officer
Remotely
Dom Subang
Chief Executive Officer
Agridom
RJ Ledesma
Co-Founder & Chairman
Mercato Centrale
Kim Lato
Founder & CEO
Kimstore
Melanie Ng
Founder & Executive Vice President
Ng Khai Development
Joey Marcelo
Chief Executive Officer
SANTE
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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.