Finance March 16, 2026

Meet the Filipinas Leading Fintech in the Philippines in 2026

In the male-dominated world of fintech, these women entrepreneurs and Filipina leaders are breaking through, moving up, and making a difference.

Women are increasingly finding their rightful place in the workplace, in leadership, in positions of influence, and on the cutting edge of technology. At the intersection of finance and technology is fintech—an industry that is revolutionizing the world through products like ewallets to cryptocurrencies.

Who are the women entrepreneurs making waves in the Philippine fintech industry?

Gender Equity in the Philippines

Although women are a minority in finance, tech and fintech, there are few countries where it’s better to be one than the Philippines. The country leads in many gender equity metrics, according to P&A Grant Thornton’s Women in Business 2025 report.

The report reveals that while Thailand leads the region in gender equity, with 43.1% of senior leadership roles held by women, the Philippines isn’t far behind at 43% - above the global average of 34%.

In the Philippines today, 21.6% of CEO positions are held by women, as are 54.5% of CFO positions.

Women in leadership also rose 3% for CEO roles compared to 2024, and there was a 15.3% increase for CFOs in one year.

This change takes place in the boardroom and in small businesses and startups. It’s also being backed by efforts in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) development. Diana L. Ignacio, assistant secretary for administrative and legal affairs and gender and development focal person for the Department of Science and Technology, shared that 55% of its researchers are now women, a feat achieved “through dedication and sustained gender mainstreaming efforts."

Women in Fintech Enterprise Leadership

1. Martha Sazon, President and CEO of Mynt

At the top of the list of women in fintech is Martha Sazon, the president and CEO of GCash/Mynt. She transformed GCash, a digital wallet for one's mobile phone, into the country's de facto preferred method of digital payment where it has over 60 million users, or 80% of the market.

After joining GCash in 2020, she spun off Globe Fintech Innovations, Inc. (Mynt) from Globe Telecommunications, with the company poised for an initial public offering.

Mynt, the Philippines' first global tech unicorn, is both the future of digital payments and a blueprint for the financial institution of tomorrow.

For her work with Mynt, Martha Sazon has been recognized as one of the country’s most influential women leaders. Notably, Fortune named her twice as one of the Most Powerful Women in Asia (2024 and 2025). She was also in Forbes' 2026 Global 50 Over 50 list.

2. Martha Borja, Country Head of Grab Financial Group Philippines

Grab Financial Group Philippines, or GrabFin, follows a similar trajectory to GCash. By empowering Grab users, merchants, drivers and riders with financial services, Grab found itself—like Globe did with GCash—at the forefront of fintech.

Frequently Asked Question

How does the Philippines compare to other countries regarding gender equity in business?

The Philippines is a regional leader in gender equity, with 43% of senior leadership roles held by women. This figure is significantly higher than the global average of 34% and nearly matches Thailand, which leads the region at 43.1%.

What specific leadership roles do women hold in the Philippine corporate sector?

As of 2026, women hold 21.6% of CEO positions and 54.5% of CFO positions in the Philippines. There has been notable growth in these areas recently, with a 3% increase in female CEOs and a 15.3% increase in female CFOs over the past year alone.

Who are the prominent female leaders in major Philippine fintech enterprises?

Several women head the country’s largest fintech platforms, including Martha Sazon, who leads Mynt (GCash), the nation’s first global tech unicorn with over 60 million users. Other key figures include Martha Borja, the Country Head of Grab Financial Group Philippines, and Nina Aguas, who serves as the first female Chairperson of Insular Life (InLife).

Which female entrepreneurs are driving innovation in fintech startups?

The startup scene features several influential founders, such as Beryl Li, a co-founder of coins.ph and Yield Guild Games, and Ginger Arboleda, the co-founder of the tax-filing platform Taxumo. Additionally, Jocelyn Pantastico serves as the CEO of Olivia, a finance app specifically designed to support women’s financial growth and inclusion.

What factors contribute to the success of Filipina leaders in the tech industry?

Success is largely driven by gender mainstreaming efforts in STEM development, where 55% of researchers are now women. Research indicates that visibility, mentorship, and a supportive framework that highlights existing female leaders are crucial for breaking systemic barriers and helping younger women envision themselves in executive roles.

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