Union Bank of the Philippines proudly launches its first ever podcast
By: Isiah Beltrano
UnionBank continuously pushes the boundaries of innovation and technology by launching its first podcast dubbed as “Tech hUB”. The podcast debuted on Spotify on April 19, 2022, with its first episode “The Leap from SMP to Tech Lead” which talks about interns turning into full–time employees of the bank. Tech hUB also highlighted the working set–up during the pandemic, side hustles, red and green flags inside the workplace, and women in tech, among others.
Tech hUB aims to tell and feature stories of Tech LEADs who will take part in the bank’s continuous growth as a tech company, to inspire and attract other tech talents who want to land a career in the tech industry. Tech hUB was crafted to serve as a guide for fresh graduates, young professionals and career shifters. Entering the world of Tech or the corporate industry is a challenge to everyone, thus, the podcast aims to make people feel that they are not alone.
With LEAD Management Trainee, first time podcast host, and resident “Tech Talker” Jam Salvador hosting Tech hUB, “My pre-pandemic life was full of going out with friends, family or even alone. So, when the pandemic started and movements were restricted, I had to find ways to not just entertain myself but, to also keep my sanity intact. It was challenging! Since I could not physically talk to my friends and officemates back then, I tried listening to podcasts. I’m not the type of person who listens to such! But after a few episodes, I found myself relating to the hosts, and understanding their perspectives. And I was really having a fun time! So, when my manager and I were talking about what projects we can do, I jokingly suggested doing a Podcast. I didn’t imagine that she would agree to it but thankfully she did! Honestly, I felt more excited than nervous. I’m excited because I will be listening to stories of my co-UnionBankers and I’ll be doing something which will hopefully guide the people of my generation. And nervous because I am spearheading the first-ever podcast of UBP! A few months since we started, I am grateful that people have been supplying positive feedback about the podcast. And some wants to hear more!”
Back in 2021, UnionBank’s Technical Management Trainee program was introduced, focusing on developing our future leaders in various emerging technologies— this was the start of the Technical LEAD (Leader Executive Accelerated Development) Program, thanks to Unionbank’s culture of innovation.
To attract more globally competitive and highly dependable Tech LEADs, and to highlight a culture of leadership and excellence, UnionBank has entered podcasting through Tech hUB.
Asking Jam what’s next for Tech hUB, “When we launched the podcast and feedback started to pour in like ‘this will be helpful to me as a graduating student” or “the stories are so relatable,” I knew that we were doing something good. You can expect the same goal in the next few months, but we will do more and do better #Magis.”