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CIBI Information, Inc., the country’s first and only local credit bureau, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pia Arellano as its new President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO). A seasoned and highly accomplished leader who has delivered profit and growth for companies in highly competitive and evolving industries, Pia is set to lead CIBI into an exciting new chapter of expansion and innovation. Pia has nearly 3 decades of experience across banking and financial services, payments, remittance and telco. She joins CIBI from TransUnion Philippines, where she was President & CEO. Prior to leading the helm at TransUnion Philippines, she also served as Visa’s Head of Sales & Senior Director for the Philippines & Guam. Pia started her career at Citibank Philippines where she launched Ready Credit in the market. She is a BS Economics Cum Laude graduate from the University of the Philippines. Her arrival marks a significant moment for CIBI, as the company strengthens its position as a leader in credit solutions, identity verification, and fraud prevention. “We are pleased to welcome Pia as our new President and CEO of CIBI. Pia brings with her a proven track record of delivering growth and has extensive expertise in the credit bureau and financial services sector making her the ideal leader to drive and accelerate CIBI’s transformative growth journey. As shareholders, we are excited about the new opportunities ahead for CIBI to bring cutting-edge credit risk analytics and identity solutions to financial institutions, businesses and consumers in the Philippines. We are confident that under Pia’s leadership, CIBI will play an even more pivotal role in shaping the financial landscape and driving inclusive economic progress for the country,” said Brahmal Vasudevan, Founder and CEO of Creador, key stakeholder of CIBI. Pia is a results-driven CEO with an entrepreneurial mindset. Her leadership values are anchored on passion coupled with compassion, integrity and excellence. “We are delighted to have Pia lead CIBI at this exciting stage. Her strong business acumen and deep relationships across key industries will be crucial in driving our strategic vision. We look forward to achieving new heights under Pia’s leadership, solidifying CIBI’s role as a catalyst for financial inclusion and economic growth,” said Francis Estrada, Chairman of the Board for CIBI. "I am deeply honored to be leading CIBI - a company with a long and rich history as the country's first credit bureau, deeply rooted in supporting our country’s financial infrastructure. We remain staunchly committed to being a key driver of nation-building and I look forward to collaborating with our customers, stakeholders and partners in achieving this vision,” Pia said. About CIBI Information Inc. (CIBI) CIBI Information Inc. is the Philippines' pioneering credit reporting agency, established in 1982 under the Central Bank of the Philippines (now Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas). Accredited by the Credit Information Corporation (CIC), CIBI serves as a trusted intelligence partner to over 500 organizations across diverse industries. With a team of over 200 dedicated professionals, CIBI offers a wide range of solutions that make credit and employment more accessible and inclusive for Filipinos. Acquired by Creador, a private equity firm, in 2020, CIBI has since collaborated with global leaders such as FICO, GDS, and AdvanceAI. It also works closely with CTOS, Malaysia’s leading credit reporting agency, to integrate international best practices into the Philippine market. CIBI is committed to remaining at the forefront of the information services industry, driving financial inclusion and creating economic opportunities nationwide. Pia Arellano,

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