The inaugural Global Ka-Palawan Awards Honor the unwavering dedication of Overseas Filipino Workers

"We are excited and delighted to launch the Global Ka-Palawan Awards to honor our modern-day heroes' incredible stories and success. These awards are not just about recognizing achievements; they are about celebrating the hard work, dedication, and grit of OFWs who have sacrificed for a better life and a brighter future for their families. They mirror our values of commitment, dedication, excellence, and competence at Palawan.” ~Karlo Eugene Castro, President and CEO of the Palawan Group of Companies

The Inaugural Global Ka-Palawan Awards Celebrates the Unwavering Dedication of Overseas Filipino Workers

The Palawan Group of Companies, the country's leading pawnshop and remittance company, is proud to announce the launch of the Global Ka-Palawan Awards. This initiative honors the inspiring stories and unwavering dedication of our Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) to creating a better life and a brighter future for themselves and their families. The awards recognize our modern-day heroes' extraordinary sacrifices, hard work, and dedication as they strive to excel in their fields and achieve their goals. Their perseverance personifies the excellence and dedication that define the Filipino spirit.

The Palawan Group values the invaluable contributions of OFWs and is committed to supporting them. Through its world-class international remittance services, Palawan Pawnshop - Palawan Express Pera Padala (PPS-PEPP), and the PalawanPay e-wallet app, the company provides greater accessibility, convenience, and security. Families can conveniently claim remittances at over 6,000 branches nationwide using PPS-PEPP or anytime, anywhere via the PalawanPay app, one of the country's fastest-growing e-wallets.

Claim your international remittance through any of Palawan Express Pera Padala’s over 6,000 branches nationwide or via the PalawanPay app.

PPS-PEPP's "cash agad ang tanggap" (receive money immediately) service ensures that families receive their money as quickly as possible. Additionally, those who claim their remittances through Palawan Express Pera Padala and PalawanPay App are eligible for free Kabayan ProtekTODO Insurance. This personal microinsurance policy provides coverage of up to P20,000 for claims ranging from P1 to P15,000, valid for one month, and P25,000 for claims of P15,001 or more, valid for six months. OFWs and their families can be confident that their hard-earned money is safe and will arrive securely via the Palawan Group of Companies' trusted network, with the added benefit of additional protection and coverage provided by insurance.

Nominate an Outstanding OFW Today!

The Global Ka-Palawan Awards nominees can be either male or female. They must also have worked abroad for at least a year in any profession and have a beneficiary who claims their remittance via PPS-PEPP or the PalawanPay app.

The nomination period lasts from July 10, 2024 to October 10, 2024. Ten grand winners will receive 100,000 pesos each, while twenty finalists will each receive 10,000 pesos as a consolation prize.

How to Submit Entries: 

Step 1: OFWs/Participants may submit their entries in the following ways:

A. Sharing a Facebook post of a photo of them working abroad or at a famous location or landmark in their host country where they are in. 

B. Sharing a Facebook post of a photo of the OFW's workplace or job abroad by the OFW's relatives.

C. Scanning the official QR code of the Global Ka-Palawan Awards in any of PPS-PEPP branches nationwide by the OFW’s relatives. 

Step 2: For those submitting entries via Facebook post, they must answer the following question in the caption, not exceeding 2000 words: 

• For the OFW: "Anong pinakamakabuluhang nagawa mo bilang isang OFW para sa iyong pamilya?” (What is your most meaningful achievement as an OFW for your family?)
• For OFWs’ relatives:  “Anong pinakamakabuluhang nagawa ng kapamilya mong OFW para sa kanyang pamilya?” (What is the most meaningful achievement your OFW family member has accomplished for your family?)

The post must be public, use the official hashtag #GlobalKaPalawanAwards2024, and tag the official Palawan Pawnshop – Palawan Express Pera Padala Facebook page  @palawan.pawnshop or  https://www.facebook.com/palawan.pawnshop/.

Step 3:  After posting the entry on Facebook, participants must take a screenshot of their post and upload it via the official Google Forms link along with their details to verify the entry: Palawan OFW Awards Submission - https://bit.ly/PalawanOFWAwards

Those submitting entries at any PPS-PEPP branch need to share a photo of the OFW they know working abroad along with an answer to the question, "What is the most meaningful achievement your OFW family member has accomplished for your family?” Their answers should not exceed 2,000 words.

The Palawan Group of Companies invites everyone to nominate outstanding OFWs who have made significant contributions and influenced their lives, workplaces, and communities. These nominations will highlight the inspiring impact of OFWs and emphasize their critical role in our society.

Join the Palawan Group in honoring these exceptional individuals who exemplify true dedication and excellence. Nominate an outstanding OFW today and be part of this momentous Win-Win event. Visit any PPS-PEPP branch or the Palawan Pawnshop website to learn more about the awards.

Palawan Pawnshop, Palawan Express Pera Padala, Palawan ProtekTODO and PalawanPay are supervised by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. For more information, visit the Palawan Pawnshop and PalawanPay websites. 

ABOUT PALAWAN GROUP OF COMPANIES: 

The Palawan Group of Companies is composed of products and services such as Palawan Pawnshop, Palawan Express Pera Padala, Palawan ProtekTODO, Palawan Credit, and PalawanPay. A brand trusted by Filipinos for 38 years, PGC  is one of the fastest-growing financial institutions in the country.  With its strength in remittance and pawning services, the company is the market leader in the industry and has over 25,000 branches, Pera Padala outlets, and PalawanPay Money Shops nationwide.

Palawan Group of Companies offers pawnbroking services, domestic and international remittances, microinsurance, bills payment, electronic mobile phone loading, cash-in of e-wallets, money exchange, ATM withdrawal, and cash disbursements. 

Palawan Group of Companies introduced PalawanPay, an e-wallet app that lets you send and receive remittances anytime, anywhere. PalawanPay app is the company’s latest digital solution for faster, safer, and easier transactions and gives users access to other financial services such as bills payment, e-cellphone load top-ups,  and scan-to-pay QRPH codes. The app now features integrated functionality for pawn renewal and claiming of international remittances.

Palawan Pawnshop, Palawan Express Pera Padala, and PalawanPay are supervised by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. For more information, go to Palawan Pawnshop and PalawanPay Websites.

Palawan Group of Companies Enhances Payment Solution Services for AFPMBAI Members

“These initiatives have significantly improved payment convenience and accessibility for our members, as evidenced by the steady increase in our collection rates. From 2019 to 2023, our collections have significantly improved through direct payment accounts, demonstrating that our members find the convenience of over-the-counter payments a valuable alternative to visiting AFPMBAI branches.” ~Brigadier General Bienvenido Y Regondola Jr PA (Ret), President and CEO of AFPMBAI

From left: Missy Baldemor,Head of B2B Department Palawan Group of Companies;Third Librea, President of PalawanPay; Lisa Lou Castro-Sabado, Chief Development Officer of Palawan Group of Companies; BGen Bienvenido Regondola JR PA (Ret); MGen Nathaniel Y Casem PN (M)(Ret), Head of SOG and COO; MGeneral Henry Doyaoen PA (Ret), Head of CSG and CCSO.

The Palawan Group of Companies' Palawan Express Pera Padala (PEPP) service has expanded its partnership with the Armed Forces & Police Mutual Benefit Association, Inc. (AFPMBAI) to include digital payment solutions. AFPMBAI members can now conveniently settle their insurance and loan payments using the PalawanPay e-wallet, allowing them to manage their transactions at any time and from any location. They can also visit any of the more than 50,000 PEPP branches, authorized agents, and outlets nationwide.

The Palawan Group of Companies, through its Palawan Express Pera Padala (PEPP) service, has expanded its collaboration with the Armed Forces & Police Mutual Benefit Association, Inc. (AFPMBAI)

The AFPMBAI is a mutual benefit association that provides financial security and protection to members of the Philippine uniformed services. These include the Philippine Armed Forces, the Philippine National Police, the Bureau of Fire Protection, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, the Philippine Coast Guard, and the Bureau of Corrections, among others.

This new agreement strengthens the Palawan Group of Companies' existing partnership with the AFPMBAI. In May 2019, AFPMBAI members were granted access to over-the-counter payments at any Palawan Express branch nationwide. In 2021, AFPMBAI used PEPP's Disbursement Facility to speed up the processing of member loan proceeds, claims, refunds, dividends, and other benefits across its regional branches and extension offices.

Lisa Lou Castro-Sabado, Chief Development Officer of Palawan Group of Companies and BGen Bienvenido Regondola JR PA (Ret) of AFPMBAI

Representing the Palawan Group of Companies at the signing of the agreement were Chief Business Development Officer Lisa Lou Castro-Sabado, B2B Department Head Missy Baldemor, and PalawanPay Business Executive Officer Third Librea. From AFPMBAI, the signatories included Head of CSG and CCSO Major General Henry Doyaoen PA (Ret), and Head of SOG and COO Major General Nathaniel Y Casem PN (M)(Ret). 

“The expansion of Palawan Group of Companies’ partnership with AFPMBAI demonstrates our steadfast commitment to always finding ways to provide our sukis with the best financial transaction experiences.” ~Lisa Lou Castro-Sabado, Chief Business Development Officer

The Palawan Group of Companies and AFPMBAI partnership demonstrates their shared commitment to putting customers and members first, leveraging innovative technologies, and maintaining integrity and compliance with all applicable laws. Both organizations are committed to constantly improving and providing the best products and services while ensuring financial inclusivity and win-win scenarios that meet the needs of their customers and members. 

ABOUT PALAWAN GROUP OF COMPANIES: 

The Palawan Group of Companies is composed of products and services such as Palawan Pawnshop, Palawan Express Pera Padala, Palawan ProtekTODO, Palawan Credit, and PalawanPay. A brand trusted by Filipinos for 38 years, PGC  is one of the fastest-growing financial institutions in the country.  With its strength in remittance and pawning services, the company is the market leader in the industry and has over 60,000 branches, Pera Padala outlets, and PalawanPay Money Shops nationwide.

Palawan Group of Companies offers pawnbroking services, domestic and international remittances, microinsurance, bills payment, electronic mobile phone loading, cash-in of e-wallets, money exchange, ATM withdrawal, and cash disbursements. 

Palawan Group of Companies introduced PalawanPay, an e-wallet app that lets you send and receive remittances anytime, anywhere. PalawanPay app is the company’s latest digital solution for faster, safer, and easier transactions and gives users access to other financial services such as bills payment, e-cellphone load top-ups,  and scan-to-pay QRPH codes. The app now features integrated functionality for pawn renewal and claiming of international remittances.

Palawan Pawnshop, Palawan Express Pera Padala, and PalawanPay are supervised by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. For more information, go to Palawan Pawnshop and PalawanPay Websites. 

Palawan Express Pera Padala and Philippine Veterans Bank Seal Partnership for Cash Withdrawal Services

"Our partnership with the Philippine Veterans Bank is rooted in shared values of service, honor, and family. Together, we're committed to enhancing customer service, ensuring convenient access to funds, and ultimately, making a positive impact on the lives we touch. This collaboration embodies our dedication to supporting dreams, ambitions, and livelihoods." ~Lisa Lou Castro-Sabado, Palawan Group of Companies were Cash Management Solutions Director

Executives of the Palawan Group of Companies and  Philippine Veterans Bank  during their MOA signing.

Palawan Group of Companies, the country's leading money remittance & pawning services company, is delighted to declare its partnership with the Philippine Veterans Bank (PVB). PVB, a reliable institution committed to supporting veterans, their families, and the Armed Forces of the Philippines community, brings with it a rich tradition of financial prowess.

From Left; Renato Claravall, President and Acting CEO of Philippine Veteran's Bank ; Lisa Lou Castro-Sabado, Cash Management Solutions Director of the  From Palawan Group of Companies.

Through this partnership, both PVB depositors, Palawan Group of Companies sukis, and other BancNet ATM cardholders gain expanded access to cash withdrawal services using BancNet ATM cards initially at over 300 company-owned Palawan Pawnshop - Palawan Express Pera Padala branches, ensuring swift access to funds for a wide range of financial transactions. PVB depositors can conveniently utilize the extensive network, strategically located near residential areas, and have the flexibility to visit Palawan branches during holidays and weekends, enhancing accessibility for their convenience. This will enable ATM cardholders to do cash withdrawals from Palawan Pawnshop - Palawan Express Pera Padala branches with the use of Point-of-Sale (POS) terminals, commonly used for payroll and regular cash withdrawals, pension and 4Ps payouts. Both companies have plans to further increase the number of branches with POS terminals in the future.

At Your Service Executives and Officers of the Palawan Group of Companies and Philippine Veterans Bank  commit to providing excellent service for their customers

Both the Palawan Group of Companies and PVB  share a profound respect for the values of service, honor, and family. The Palawan Group of Companies’ mission has always been to serve and bridge families and friends through financial transactions helping to meet their daily needs, fund education, assist with medical needs and hospitalization, as well as build their dream houses and support in starting or expanding their businesses. PVB with its unwavering commitment to serving veterans, their families, and the entire Armed Forces of the Philippines community, has built a legacy of financial excellence.

(L-R) From Phil. Veterans Bank Charina Balanquit, FVP, Chief Digital Marketing Officer;  Geraldine Romano, VP, Head-Branch Banking Group Sales Center; Renato Claravall, President and Acting CEO;  From Palawan Group

The official contract signing ceremony took place at the head office of the Philippine Veterans Bank, attended by key executives from both organizations. Representing the Palawan Group of Companies were Cash Management Solutions Director Lisa Lou Castro-Sabado, Key Accounts Manager Rona Juan, and B2B Department Head Missy Baldemor while attendees from Philippine Veterans Bank included President and Acting CEO Renato Claravall, VP & Head of Branch Banking Group Sales Center Geraldine Romano, FVP and Chief Digital Marketing Officer Charina Balanquit,  and AVP and South Luzon Area Head, Julius Marquez.

“This service, in partnership with Palawan Pawnshop, will allow Veterans Bank to expand its network and customer touchpoints through the use of technology-based innovations. It will also enable the Bank to serve our clients in areas where we do not have branches, especially our veterans and their families.” ~Renato Claravall, Philippine Veterans Bank included President and Acting CEO

Palawan Pawnshop - Palawan Express Pera Padala and Philippine Veterans Bank join forces to expand cash withdrawal services

The partnership with the Philippine Veterans Bank is aligned with Palawan Express Pera Padala's commitment to improving accessibility and convenience for its valued sukis. The introduction of Cash Withdrawal withdrawal services in these branches represents a significant step toward improving financial inclusivity and the overall customer experience for Palawan sukis and depositors of the PVB.

ABOUT PALAWAN GROUP OF COMPANIES: 

The Palawan Group of Companies is composed of products and services such as Palawan Pawnshop, Palawan Express Pera Padala, Palawan ProtekTODO, Palawan Credit, and PalawanPay. A brand trusted by Filipinos for 38 years, PGC  is one of the fastest-growing financial institutions in the country.  With its strength in remittance and pawning services, the company is the market leader in the industry and has over 25,000 branches, Pera Padala outlets, and PalawanPay Money Shops nationwide.

Palawan Group of Companies offers pawnbroking services, domestic and international remittances, microinsurance, bills payment, electronic mobile phone loading, cash-in of e-wallets, money exchange, ATM withdrawal, and cash disbursements. 

Palawan Group of Companies recently introduced PalawanPay, an e-wallet app that lets you send and receive remittances anytime, anywhere. PalawanPay app is the company’s latest digital solution for faster, safer, and easier transactions and gives users access to other financial services such as bills payment, e-cellphone load, and scan to pay QRPH codes.

Palawan Pawnshop, Palawan Express Pera Padala, and PalawanPay are supervised by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. For more information, go to Palawan Pawnshop and PalawanPay Websites.