SAFC, one of the leading non-bank financial institutions in the country, earned prestigious accolades at the International Finance Awards (IFA) at Waldorf Astoria Bangkok, Thailand. SAFC was named Fastest Growing Auto Financing Company, while its Chief Financial Officer, Jocarl G. Zaide, was honored as Best CFO in Auto Financing.
These awards underscore SAFC’s rapid industry growth and financial leadership, setting new benchmarks in the auto financing sector.
Winning the title “Fastest Growing Auto Financing Company” award reflects the impact of SAFC’s strategic expansion and customer-driven innovation–which has significantly widened its market reach, providing flexible financing solutions that enable higher accessibility to vehicle ownership for Filipinos nationwide.
A Tribute to Progress
Meanwhile, Kevin N. Cabanban, President and CEO of SAFC, shared insights about the company’s continued success, emphasizing the collective effort behind the recognition.
“This achievement highlights the strength of our leadership and the dedication of our entire team. It reflects our commitment to financial excellence and innovation in the auto financing industry,” Cabanban said. “Our role as leaders is to ensure that we remain agile and forward-thinking while delivering real value to our customers, investors, and employees.”
Cabanban also elaborated the reason behind the success of SAFC’s financial strategy. “Auto financing is a dynamic and ever-evolving industry, and our approach has always been proactive rather than reactive. We continually optimize our financial models, embrace digital transformation, and ensure that our customers have seamless and accessible financing options. This recognition validates that our strategy is working, and we are headed in the right direction.”
Meanwhile, SAFC director Ruben Lorenzo Francisco Lugtu V expressed pride in the company’s achievements.
“We are honored to receive these awards, which showcase the hard work of our entire team in the industry. These recognitions fuel our drive to continue innovating and setting higher standards in the auto financing industry.”
SAFC continues to enhance the customer experiences, expand its market reach, and drive financial inclusion in the Philippines. With these international accolades, the company solidifies its reputation as a trailblazer in the industry.
Beyond the recognitions, SAFC remains driven in providing accessible financing that will pave the way for a better and brighter tomorrow for every Filipino.