Science at a prominent university, setting the foundation for her career in technology.

Navigating an industry historically dominated by men, Ong encountered moments early in her career when she was the only woman in the room. Rather than feeling self-conscious, she focused on excelling in every role.

As her career progressed, Ong stepped into leadership roles that tested her resilience and strategic thinking. One of the most significant challenges she faced was balancing short-term priorities with long-term vision. Leading the IT function at a company like

Home Credit meant driving immediate value while also investing in transformative technologies that could future proof the business. Her approach has always been to do both—to address pressing business needs while ensuring sustainable growth.

Throughout her career, Ong has also learned the importance of fostering a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued. “Differing perspectives in a room can be difficult, but they are not obstacles. They allow us to create stronger solutions.

The key is ensuring that everyone operates with the company’s best interests at heart,” she shared.

Having benefited from the guidance of mentors and leaders throughout her journey, Ong now sees it as her responsibility to pay it forward. She remains committed to empowering the next generation of women leaders in tech.

Ong remains focused on driving HCPH toward greater technological excellence. She envisions the company continuously adopting advanced IT solutions to empower more Filipinos with innovative and accessible financial services.

“Technology is constantly evolving, and we must evolve with it. At Home Credit, our goal is to integrate the best global technologies that align with our business needs and maintain our competitive edge—not just in the Philippines, but on a global scale. With

the support of my team and the executive committee, I am confident we will continue to lead innovation in the consumer finance sector,” she concluded.

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