Maria Cristina 'Ginbee' Go has been appointed as the next president and CEO of Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), making her the first woman to lead the organization in its 175-year history.
Effective April 26, 2027, following the bank's annual stockholders' meeting, Go will take over from current president Jose Teodoro 'TG' Limcaoco, who has held the position since 2021.
Go, a seasoned banking executive with 23 years at BPI, currently serves as the head of consumer banking. Her previous role as president of BPI Family Savings Bank involved significant transformation efforts, aligning closely with Limcaoco's earlier career path.
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Go's academic credentials include graduating magna cum laude as a certified public accountant from the University of the Philippines and earning an MBA with honors from Harvard Business School. Her extensive experience in the financial sector includes leadership positions at Citibank, Ayala Land, and Procter & Gamble.
At BPI, Go has played a crucial role in modernizing the bank's branch network and expanding its digital services, which have become increasingly important in today's banking environment.
- Over 19 million customers served by BPI under Go's leadership.
- Focus on enhancing financial literacy among young Filipinos.
Limcaoco will remain on BPI's board after his tenure as CEO, providing continuity as Go steps into her new role. BPI chairman Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala expressed confidence in Go's ability to navigate the evolving banking landscape amid global economic challenges.