Credit Bureau CIBI Information, Inc. has appointed Pia L. Arellano as its new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). With nearly three decades of experience in various sectors such as banking, financial services, payments, remittance, and telecommunications, Ms. Arellano brings a wealth of knowledge to her new role. Before joining CIBI, she served as the president and CEO of TransUnion Philippines and held senior positions at Visa, overseeing operations in the Philippines and Guam.
Ms. Arellano is a cum laude graduate with a BS in Economics from the University of the Philippines, adding an academic foundation to her extensive professional background.
Expressing enthusiasm for the future, CIBI’s shareholders highlighted the potential for the company to enhance its credit risk analytics and identity solutions for financial institutions, businesses, and consumers in the Philippines. Mr. Vasudevan noted, “As shareholders, we are excited about the new opportunities ahead for CIBI to bring cutting-edge credit risk analytics and identity solutions to financial institutions, businesses, and consumers in the Philippines. We are confident that under Pia’s leadership, CIBI will play an even more pivotal role in shaping the financial landscape and driving inclusive economic progress for the country.”
CIBI Chairman Francis Estrada also expressed confidence in Ms. Arellano’s capabilities, stating, “We are delighted to have Pia lead CIBI at this exciting stage. Her strong business acumen and deep relationships across key industries will be crucial in driving our strategic vision. We look forward to achieving new heights under Pia’s leadership, solidifying CIBI’s role as a catalyst for financial inclusion and economic growth.”
In response to her new appointment, Ms. Arellano shared her thoughts, saying, “I am deeply honored to be leading CIBI — a company with a long and rich history as the country’s first credit bureau, deeply rooted in supporting our country’s financial infrastructure. We remain staunchly committed to being a key driver of nation-building and I look forward to collaborating with our customers, stakeholders, and partners in achieving this vision.”
With her leadership, CIBI is poised to make significant contributions to the financial landscape of the Philippines, promoting greater economic inclusivity.