Atty. Leilani Balansay Elarmo

Atty. Leilani Balansay Elarmo

Corporation Law, Corporation Governance

From Bayambang emerged a woman whose life story is defined by excellence, discipline, and steadfast dedication to her craft—Atty. Leilani Balansay Elarmo.

From her earliest years, Atty. Elarmo distinguished herself as a scholar of remarkable promise. She was a consistent honor student from kindergarten through college, a testament to both her intellect and perseverance. Her academic journey was crowned with distinction as she graduated valedictorian in both elementary and high school at the PSU Laboratory School—an achievement that foreshadowed a future marked by exceptional accomplishment.

According to local history record, on April 18, 1993, Leilani S. Balansay was also crowned Miss Bayambang in a local beauty pageant that featured a question-and-answer portion for the first time, in a town that traditionally crowned the beauty with the biggest amount of funds solicited.

Guided by ambition and a deep sense of purpose, she pursued higher education at the University of the Philippines, where she earned both her Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degrees. Armed with these credentials, she entered the legal profession with quiet determination, steadily carving a name for herself through competence and integrity.

Her early career saw her serve as a Court Attorney at the Supreme Court of the Philippines, where she gained invaluable experience at the highest level of judicial service. She later honed her expertise in private practice as a Junior Associate at Cayetano Sebastian Ata Dado and Cruz Law Offices, further strengthening her legal acumen.

In 2005, Atty. Elarmo began a long and distinguished journey with China Banking Corporation, where her leadership and institutional knowledge would flourish. Rising through the ranks, she became Assistant Corporate Secretary in 2006, and eventually Deputy Head of the Office of the Corporate Secretary in 2021. Her appointment as Corporate Secretary in 2022 stands as a testament to years of unwavering dedication, professionalism, and trust earned within one of the country’s leading financial institutions.

Beyond her role in the bank, she also served as Corporate Secretary of CBC-PCCI from 2007 to 2021, further exemplifying her capacity to lead and uphold corporate governance at the highest standards.

At 48, Atty. Elarmo embodies the ideals of excellence and service. Her journey—from a young valedictorian in Bayambang to a respected figure in the corporate and legal spheres—serves as an enduring inspiration. It is a story not only of personal success, but of commitment to integrity, hard work, and the pursuit of excellence.

Indeed, Atty. Leilani Balansay Elarmo stands as a source of pride for PSU-Bayambang Laboratory School and the town of Bayambang and a shining example of what dedication and brilliance can achieve.