Banking Leaders Gather in Baguio City for RBAP Roadshow
The Rural Bankers Association of the Philippines (RBAP) headed by President Atty. Patrick Bryan Absin, successfully held the Angel Network Roadshow for Regions 1, Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), II, and III on May 07 and 08, 2026, at Venus Parkview Hotel in Baguio City. The two-day event brings together countryside bankers to encourage collaboration in rural development. Regions 1, II, III & CAR are home to 128 rural banks, part of around 400 rural banks across the country. Attending for Rang-ay Bank were Director Niña Francisca T. Palabay and Director Marlyn M. Ubaldo.
Rang-ay Bank President & CEO Ives Jesus C. Nisce II served as a speaker on Day 2 of the event, sharing insights on growing the banking business and strengthening the sector. Other speakers include Atty. Roberto Figueroa and Ms. Anna Marie Lagman from Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), Mr. Niño Ray Villanueva from Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC).
Celebrating Service and Leadership: Rotary PDG Rudy Nisce Foundation
On May 19, 2026, the Rotary PDG Rudy Nisce Foundation, Inc. held it’s annual meeting at Thunderbird Resort Poro Point, San Fernando, La Union, led by Rotary Club President Alvin Dumuk & Foundation President PP Jun Mangaoang who shared inspiring messages on the Foundation’s continued commitment to education and community impact.
Dedicated to the Rotary ideal of “Service Above Self,” the Foundation was established in honor of Rotary’s first District Governor from La Union, who also happens to be Rang-ay Bank’s first President, Atty. Rodolfo M. Nisce.
The gathering ended with gratitude and optimism for the Foundation’s continuing mission for education of our youth
Annual Stockholders Meeting
Rang-ay Bank held its Annual Stockholders’ Meeting on May 30, 2026, at its Head Office in San Fernando City, La Union, where management reported on the bank’s 2025 performance and elected the Board of Directors.
Celebrating its 70th year, the bank reaffirmed its commitment to rural development, with significant support for mSMEs and agriculture. It achieved record-high deposits across its 32 branches and expanded its network through the opening of its San Carlos, Pangasinan Branch and the relocation of its Dingras (I.N.) & La Trinidad (B) Branches.
Key achievements included Laoag Branch being recognized as Top 1 Taxpayer in the public market, Luna (LU) Branch ranking Top 2 in Western Union remittances, and the Bank’s national award from SSS as the best collecting partner bank. Chairman Ives Nisce thanked shareholders and other stakeholders; highlighting the bank’s sustained position for their continued support, as the No. 1 bank in its class in the Ilocos and Cordillera Regions.
Empowering Dingras Bureau of Fire Protection through Financial Literacy
On April 23, 2026, Rang-ay Bank Dingras Branch conducted a financial literacy session for personnel of the Bureau of Fire Protection Dingras Station, emphasizing financial readiness as part of the mission readiness.
Led by Marketing Officer – North Zi Dean Tagayuna, together with Laoag Sr. Branch Manager Joan Mae Asia, Dingras Branch Manager Jan Michaela Julian, and the marketing team, the session covered smart saving, the benefits of formal banking, and practical financial decision-making for long-term stability. The bank also donated a 43″ Smart TV as a sign of commitment and assistance to Bureau of Fire Protection Dingras Station.
The initiative reflects Rang-ay Bank’s commitment to promoting financial empowerment in line with its 70th Anniversary celebration.
Panag RANG-AY ti Amianan! 
Empowering Baguio mSMEs with Financial Solutions
A product presentation for mSMEs was held on April 27, 2026, at the City Multipurpose Hall in Baguio City in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – Baguio, Benguet. Led by Sr. Branch Manager Milagros Aida Guanzo, Marketing Officer Shakyla Atluna and marketing team. The session introduced loan products and financial solutions designed to help mSMEs grow their businesses and manage projects more effectively.
This initiative reflects Rang-ay Bank’s commitment to promoting financial empowerment across all sectors, as it continues to celebrate its 70th Anniversary.
