From left to right: Ralph B. Cadiz (Head of Retail Banking Group, Sterling Bank of Asia); Patricia Juarez-Custodio (Independent Director, Sterling Bank of Asia); Rajan Uttamchandani (Chairman, Esquire International Financing Inc); Ashok Uttamchandani (Director, Esquire International Financing Inc); Ruben C. Tiu (Chairman of the Board, Sterling Bank of Asia); Cecilio “Paul” D. San Pedro (President & CEO, Sterling Bank of Asia); Ravi Uttamchandani (Vice President, Esquire International Financing Inc); and Cherie C. Ballesteros (Head of Area 1-Retail Banking Group, Sterling Bank of Asia)

Sterling Bank of Asia formally inaugurated its Savya–Arca South Branch, previously known as the Calamba Branch, marking the Bank’s ongoing growth and expansion into emerging business districts.

Key leaders of the Bank attended the ceremony, including Ruben C. Tiu, Chairman of the Board; Cecilio D. San Pedro, Director, President & CEO; Patricia Juarez-Custodio, Independent Director; Ralph B. Cadiz, Executive Vice President and Head of the Retail Banking Group; and Benson J. Hari-Ong, Executive Vice President and Head of the Commercial Lending Group. Their presence highlighted the importance of the new branch to the Bank's long-term objectives.

During the ceremony, Mr. Ralph B. Cadiz highlighted how the location strengthens the Bank’s presence in high-growth areas.

“The opening of our Savya–Arca South Branch represents more than a relocation. It reflects Sterling Bank of Asia’s commitment to positioning ourselves where development is accelerating. By establishing our presence in Arca South, we are aligning with a dynamic community of businesses and residents, allowing us to serve our clients more effectively and support economic activity in this emerging district,” he said.

Located in the rapidly developing Arca South estate in Taguig City, the Savya–Arca South Branch provides accessible, efficient, and client-focused banking. It offers Sterling Bank of Asia’s full range of financial products and services for retail and corporate clients.

The ceremony featured a ribbon-cutting and blessing, marking a new chapter for the former Calamba Branch as it transitions to a more strategic location. The opening of the Savya–Arca South Branch strengthens Sterling Bank of Asia’s network in key growth areas and reinforces its commitment to accessibility, service excellence, and sustainable progress.