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ASIA SME SUMMIT 2018

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April 10, 2018 at 09:00 AM

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Manila Marriott, Newport City Complex,
Pasay City Philippines

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Hear the countrys most important entrepreneurs tell how they are building this 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 Summit 2018**, presented by **PLDT Enterprise**, on Tuesday, April 10 (full-day event) at the Manila Marriott. Major Sponsors are **Ibarra Watches**, **Regus** and **VeritasPay**. With one of the worlds youngest populations and fastest growing economies, Philippines is considered among the best places in the world to start and expand businesses. 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 for growth to one propelled by thousands. If the Philippines is to become prosperous, powerful and inclusive, it will happen because of the success of the SME sector. Be with us for **Asia SME Summit 2018** with Title Sponsorship by **PLDT Enterprise** and Elite Sponsorship by **Ibarra Watches**, **Regus** and **VeritasPay**.
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Speakers

Yayu Javier

Yayu Javier

Chairperson, Global Compact Network Philippines (GCNP)

United Nations

Mike Turvil

Mike Turvil

Nurture Wellness Village

Co-Owner

Diwa Guinigundo

Diwa Guinigundo

Deputy Governor

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)

Gerry Santos

Gerry Santos

Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Freeze Tube Ice

Gary Repchuk

Gary Repchuk

Managing Director

VeritasPay

Jim Saret

Jim Saret

Owner

FIT Filipino Movement

Liz Lanuzo

Liz Lanuzo

Founder and Editor-in-Chief

Project Vanity

Nico Moreno

Nico Moreno

Owner and General Manager

Ibarra Watches

Esther Go

Esther Go

President and CEO

Medilink Network

Vicki Belo

Vicki Belo

President and Medical Director

Belo Medical Group

William Tiu Lim

William Tiu Lim

President and CEO

Mega Global Corporation

Mikko Perez

Mikko Perez

Chief Executive Officer

Ayannah Information Solutions

AJ Rocero

AJ Rocero

Area Director

Regus Philippines

Mitch Locsin

Mitch Locsin

Vice President and Head

PLDT Smart SME Nation

Quintin Pastrana

Quintin Pastrana

News Anchor

Bloomberg Television

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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.