May 27, 2025
CBS China Bank Savings launched this year's nationwide SME Kapihan Roadshow last May 22 in Urdaneta City, Pangasinan, providing an exclusive platform for entrepreneurs, industry experts, and banking professionals to connect, exchange insights, and strengthen the local SME community.
As part of the Build & Rise Initiative,
SME Kapihan continues to promote
financial inclusion,
consumer confidence, and
entrepreneurial spirit to support the growth of small and mid-scale business owners across the Philippines.

SME Lending Group head Brenda S. Santiago led CBS managers in sharing valuable insights into
financial management and economic outlook. The interactive session provided attendees with practical guidance and actionable strategies to enhance their entrepreneurial performance and drive sustainable growth. Resource persons from Manulife Chinabank Life Assurance Corp. and Chinabank Insurance Brokers Inc. were also on tap during the forum.
The SME Kapihan speaker series will make its second stop in Daraga, Albay on May 29, as it continues its nationwide tour of other SME growth centers in the coming weeks.