CONVERGE
an integrated data centre and network solutions services .
“ Converge has over 560,000km of fibre optic assets nationwide , which is one of the most extensive and newest fibre networks in the Philippines . With this fibre-powered network , Converge provides absolute premium , world-class digital experiences for both residential and enterprise customers .” The Philippines has one of the lowest broadband penetration rates and some of the slowest internet speeds in Asia . “ This is despite the fact that our population is extremely young with some of the biggest internet users in the world ,” Uy states .
“ Against this backdrop , we founded Converge with a simple vision in mind :
MARIA GRACE UY
TITLE : CHIEF RESOURCE OFFICER INDUSTRY : TELECOMMUNICATIONS LOCATION : PHILIPPINES
Maria Grace Yao Uy is the
Co-Founder , President , and Chief Resources Officer of Converge ICT Solutions Inc . Prior to this position , she was the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President of ComClark Network and Technology Corp ., and the Angeles City Cable Television Network .
After notching the 16th place in the Certified Public Accountant ( CPA ) Licensure Board Examination in 1989 , Ms . Uy secured a management role at IBM Philippines . Following seven years under her belt at IBM , Ms . Uy served as CFO and VP at Savers Mall in Pampanga .
Already with a foot in the IT industry , Ms . Uy founded ComClark Network and Technology Corp . with her husband , Converge CEO Dennis Anthony Uy . Together , the couple gradually scaled up ComClark from providing cable television requirements to delivering ICT and broadcast solutions .
With ComClark having evolved into Converge ICT Solutions Inc . in 2007 , Ms . Uy now leads and manages all aspects of financial planning and resource allocation as Chief Resource Officer . As President , Ms . Uy steers the overall strategic direction of the company as it progressively expands its reach into the broadband industry .
84 November 2022