Palawan Group of Companies shines with major wins at international finance awards

PALAWAN Group of Companies (PGC) secured three major awards at the 12th Annual International Finance Awards 2024 in Waldorf Astoria Bangkok, earning recognition for excellence in financial inclusion and services. PGC won Most Innovative E-Wallet App for PalawanPay, Best Pawning Company, and Most Innovative Remittance Company in the Philippines.

MAJOR AWARDS (From left) Bernard Kaibigan, group marketing head; Ilyn Rose Dizon, Palawan Pawnshop and Jewelry Selling brand manager; and Jeff Dimaano, integrated marketing communications head, receive the trophies at the awarding ceremony. PHOTO FROM PALAWAN

Bernard Kaibigan, PGC group marketing head, expressed gratitude: "For almost 40 years, our mission has been to provide affordable, fast, and hassle-free services. Through Palawan Pawnshop, Palawan Express Pera Padala, and PalawanPay, we make financial services accessible to every Filipino, especially the unbanked and underbanked."

Founded in 2013, the International Finance Awards celebrate excellence in global finance, recognizing organizations that drive market devel-opment through sustainability, financial inclusion, and technological innovation.

Palawan Pawnshop, awarded Best Pawning Company, is known for transparent collateral evaluation, high appraisal values, and low interest rates, ensuring greater cash payouts for its customers. Palawan Express Pera Padala, with 10,000+ outlets nationwide, provides domestic and international remittance services, reaching even remote areas.

PalawanPay, named Most Innovative E-Wallet, has onboarded 20 million users in two years, offering pawn renewal, microinsurance, and gold and jewelry transactions at competitive rates.

With these accolades, PGC reaffirms its commitment to affordable, fast, and hassle-free financial services, empowering Filipinos nationwide.