Celebrating with

Anniversary

13
Years

of Excellence

Celebrating Visionary Leaders Shaping
the Future of Cybersecurity in 2025

Presenting the CS25

Top 25 Cyber Leaders to Watch

FRAMEWORK of CS25

The CS25 has compiled a list of cybersecurity leaders to watch in 2025, drawing insights from self-submissions, recommendations, our internal records, media interviews, achievements and other open-source information.

These influential technology cyber leaders are making a significant impact across the industry. They share a deep passion and an unwavering commitment to driving meaningful change.

CS25 VISIONARIES TO WATCH IN 2025

SPEAKER

Col Francel Margareth Padilla
Spokesperson/Cyber Woman Leader/ Evangelist
Armed Forces of the Philippines

SPEAKER

John Paul Alarcon
CISO
PJ Lhuillier

SPEAKER

Christian Banzuela
AVP ITSG/ SAP CoE Head
Unionbank of the Philippines and Member, PICSPro

SPEAKER

Lianne Edera-Collantes
Global Risk Management and Compliance Director
Acquire BPO

SPEAKER

Mar Apuhin
CISO
GT Capital Holdings Inc.

SPEAKER

Mon Alvin Galang
Chief Information Security Officer
Rural Bank of Sta. Rosa (Laguna), Inc. - A Salmon Company

SPEAKER

Carlos Tengkiat
CISO
Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation

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Michael de los Santos
Chief Compliance Officer- NBG
G-xchange Inc. (Gcash)

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Judy Ulysses "Yulz" Lacsamana
AVP - Cybersecurity
2GO Group Inc

SPEAKER

Mel Migrino
Chairperson and President
WiSAP (Women in Security Alliance Philippines)

SPEAKER

Jonah Dunca
Chief Information Security Officer
Philippine Veterans Bank

SPEAKER

Joseph Anthony Cruz
Digital Platforms Head-Vice President
Security Bank Corporation

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Jesher Mark Santos
Assistant Vice President - Cyber and Technology Risk Compliance
Citibank N.A Regional Operating Headquarters

SPEAKER

Norman Carcellar
Chief Information Officer
Unioil Petroleum Philippines Incorporated

SPEAKER

John Rey Liwaliw
AVP Threat Management
PICSPRO

SPEAKER

Noel Andres M. Perdigon
SVP - CISO & DPO, Head of ISDP Division & Head of ESG Sustainability Program Directorate
Insular Life Assurance Co., Ltd.

SPEAKER

DR. JOSEPH VICTOR GENERATO
DIRECTOR II
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORATION - MARITIME INDUSTRY AUTHORITY

SPEAKER

Charmaine Valmonte
CISO | DPO
Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Inc.

SPEAKER

Bianca Isabelle Asuncion, MBA, CRM
Vice President, Cyber Governance Head
UnionDigital Bank

SPEAKER

Jon David Frilles
Regional Manager - Asia-Pacific Network Services
Kenvue

Interested in meeting these visionary leaders?

CS25 offers a unique opportunity to meet and hear directly from some of the most influential leaders in the industry. As an attending delegate, you'll gain invaluable insights into the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape and how it impacts your business.