Chapter 1 Company History EB
Chapter 1 Company History EB
Chapter 1 Company History EB
A native of Unisan, Quezon, Rodolfo C. Cataquiz worked as a Line Inspector of the Philippine National
Railways. During his stint as PNR Inspector, he met and later married Rosa Ramirez who is a successful
businesswoman engaged in “Balut” making and fruit trading. The couple ventured to invest in rural
banking when the Congress enacted the Rural Bank Act in the early 1950 which encourages
businessmen to engage in rural banking to finance the capital needs in the countryside. The couple
together with friends and associates put up the Rural Bank of Unisan.
The bank started its official business operations on August 28, 1965 and gradually established itself as
one of the top rural banks in Quezon Province. After nearly two decades of operating a single bank, the
company saw a potential to expand their services and launched their very first branch in San Pedro,
Laguna on April 8, 1982 to great success. The next decade proved to be another fruitful year as the bank
continued to move further opening its doors to Cabuyao, Laguna (February 28, 1992); Carmona, Cavite
(July 06, 1992); Sta. Rosa, Laguna (February 28, 1994); Lucena, Quezon (August 28, 1995); Calamba,
Laguna (January 06, 1998) and San Pablo, Laguna (January 12, 1988).
In 1997, Rural Bank of Unisan officially changed its business name to Entrepreneur Rural Bank, Inc. and
moved it main office to San Pedro, Laguna to streamline their operations and to reflect the bank’s
ascent from a simple rural bank to one of the most trusted rural banks in the southern region.
Over the years, Entrepreneur Bank has helped several small-scale business owners and industrialists in
achieving the utmost potential of their various enterprises. The bank continues to successfully keep up
with the times and address the need of their growing customers in the rapidly changing business and
economic landscape despite the odds besetting the banking industry.
Entrepreneur Bank established itself as an economic pillar during trying times which saw the country
face adversities such as the heavy withdrawals during the 1983 Ninoy Aquino assassination, the 1997
financial downturn, and the 2000 Millennium Bug to name a few.
At present, Entrepreneur Bank continues to provide quality services and is constantly keeping up with
the times through innovation and updating its technology to further bridge the gap between its clientele
and the continuously evolving industry. Entrepreneur Bank is dedicated to persistently look for feasible
prospects in the market to further business growth.
Now on its 50th year, Entrepreneur Bank bridges the gap between services that are traditionally offered
by rural banks and commercial banks. At present, our services are essentially at par with commercial
banks and are continuously evolving to cater the growing needs of the time. The recent citation by
Bancnet granting our ATM with “Special Recognition in Financial Inclusion for operating an ATM in a
remote location” particularly in Bondoc Peninsula, Unisan, Quezon, is a result of our unwavering
commitment to providing our clients with topnotch services. We also pride ourselves with our highly
personalized services which are expressions of how much we value personal interaction within our
community. A website is also provided as an avenue to connect with existing and potential clients who
are beyond the reach of our branch network. We are also an accredited Bayad Center agent accepting
payments for various bills such as Meralco, major credit cards, etc.
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Our bank offers reasonable maintaining balance on deposit accounts, competitive lending rates
comparable to commercial banks, and our savings and time deposit rates are higher than the industry
rate. We also offer flexible services that can be customized based on the needs of our SME (Small and
Medium Enterprise) clients. All these services are made readily available with real time processing,
provided all necessary documents are submitted.
Our system features a customized banking software that can process transactions efficiently and
effectively. Clients can also avail of a loan in as early as one week upon completion of the requirements.
Helpful information are provided on our website such as opening of deposit accounts, loan application,
and sale/status of acquired assets.
In an effort to further boost our services, mobile banking is already available with the use of a mobile
application while online banking and foreign exchange transactions are currently under review. Future
plans center on operational sustainability and continuous profitability with on-going product
development to meet diversified needs of clientele. The bank’s main goal is to fully maximize technology
centered operation in order to provide consistent growth in resources (deposit and loans) and branch
network.
Entrepreneur Bank is a living legacy of the industry and its founders; a league of men with great vision
and humble beginnings dedicated in providing premium services to Filipino entrepreneurs.
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Company Profile
Mobile: 0932-8688620
Mobile: 0932-2810093
Mobile: 0922-8685621
Mobile: 0922-8685611
Lucena
Mobile: 0922-8685613
San Pablo
Mobile: 0925-7275701
Mobile: 0933-59138
Recognized by PAG-IBIG FUND as one of the Top 31 Employers of Makati 1 Branch (Dec. 12,
2011)
Awarded by UCPB for Unwavering Client Support for the Past 25 years (April 13, 2012)
Awarded by Bancnet the Certificate of Recognition for operating an ATM in a remote location
Unisan Branch (July 24, 2015)
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CORE VALUES
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Leadership
We are committed to being at the forefront of providing top-notch services in promoting the welfare of
our clients, employees and shareholders, and of the communities we serve.
Commitment to Integrity
We adhere to the high morals of honesty and sincerity in providing integrated and innovative programs
that will cater to the needs of the market through responsible and fair business practices.
Commitment to Excellence
We shall continue to dedicate our utmost efforts to deliver first-class services that will ensure holistic
development and sustain unwavering commitment to the highest standards of business ethics.
Our services are tailored to cater to the needs of our clients to help them manage their resources
effectively and efficiently to achieve optimal results.
We shall work hand in hand in order to look out for viable opportunities in the rapidly-changing market
that will improve our services and profitability
To be a leader in the rural banking industry by building a reputation that adheres to the
company’s core values, mission statement and overall vision.
To establish long term relationships with our clientele by providing superior service that shall
exceed customer expectations.
To consistently grow and expand through innovation, development of a strong base of key
customers, and adaptation to the latest technology.
To increase the assets and investments of the company in order to support the development of
services that will ensure profitability of the company and its clientele.