From humble beginnings in Tagaytay City to becoming a distinguished finance expert, Michelle F. Maralit has built an inspiring career founded on grit, intelligence, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
In 2024, she was invited as a guest speaker at the Accounting Technicians Congress hosted by the National Institute of Accounting Technicians Philippines, where she captivated her audience with her session on Strategic Cost Management, drawing from over 17 years of experience in finance, taxation, and accounting operations. That same year, she earned her Master in Business Administration (MBA) from the Philippine Christian University, marking a major milestone in her lifelong pursuit of learning.
As a Certified Management Accountant (CMA), she has further reinforced her credibility in global financial standards, cost control, and performance management. Currently, she serves as Finance Manager at Asia Now Enterprises Inc. while also working as a Tax Consultant for Apotheca Integrative Pharmacy—balancing dual roles that showcase her versatility and strategic leadership in finance.
When asked “How did you discover CMA Philippines?”, Michelle shared that she was actively looking for a program that could elevate her expertise beyond compliance and into strategic business leadership. She discovered CMA while exploring globally recognized certifications that focus on strategic finance, sustainability, and integrated reporting—elements she believed were crucial to future-proofing her career.
In response to “In what ways has being part of CMA helped your career grow?”, Michelle explained that the program completely transformed her approach to finance, shifting her role from managing numbers to advising on business strategy. It equipped her with a framework for data-driven decision-making, cost optimization, and aligning financial strategies with long-term organizational goals.
Finally, when asked “How has CMA helped you in your current profession?”, she emphasized that it has strengthened her ability to navigate complex financial decisions in budget optimization, investment analysis, and restructuring.
Beyond technical skills, it has enhanced her leadership impact—allowing her to communicate financial insights effectively to executives and inspire her teams toward operational efficiency and sustainable growth. For Michelle, CMA is more than a credential—it is a powerful platform for influence, innovation, and shaping the future of finance.