Gian Dela Rama is the Chief Product and AI Officer at Sprout Solutions, where he leads the product management, AI research, machine learning engineering, and data science of the largest B2B software-as-a-service (SaaS) company in the Philippines. With over 21 years of experience, his leadership has driven major innovations, including the re-launch of ReadyCash and the development of ReadyWage, both […]

Founded in 2019, PayMongo enables businesses to accept various payment methods, from credit and debit cards to e-wallets like GCash and Maya, as well as over-the-counter payments. The platform has gained traction among startups and SMEs for its user-friendly API integration, helping empower the digital economy. PayMongo also made history as the first Filipino fintech startup to secure backing from […]

We live in a time when education is rapidly evolving, and schools are adapting in different ways. One noticeable trend is the shift toward modular learning, where materials are compiled from various sources to create what seems like a more customized approach. On the surface, this looks efficient. But beneath that convenience lies a deeper concern: Are we still respecting […]

Steve Sy, the founder and CEO of Great Deals Corporation, the Philippines’ leading e-distributor providing end-to-end solutions to maximize brands’ e-commerce potential, is a recipient of the 2nd Mansmith Innovation Awards, among other awards. With 6 hectares of warehouse space, over 50,000 products, and more than 2 million annual transactions, Great Deals has firmly established itself as a leader in e-commerce […]

Marketing is a dynamic and fast-paced profession. As marketers, we constantly face the challenge of balancing immediate results with long-term relationship building. Amid the pressure to meet targets and deliver outcomes, we sometimes confront difficult ethical dilemmas. How can we maintain integrity, especially when temptation pulls us in different directions? This Holy Week offers us an opportunity to pause and […]

Kathy Mercado is the Senior Vice President of Newport World Resorts (NWR), the Philippines’ first integrated resort. With extensive experience in hospitality and commercial operations, she has played a key role in the success of world known hotel brands, launching groundbreaking concepts and spearheading award-winning marketing campaigns. In this interview, she shares insights on audience segmentation, marketing innovations, sustainability efforts, and […]

Alpha Allanigue is the Chief Relationship Officer of United Neon Group, the market leader in outdoor billboards. With her extensive experience in corporate planning, marketing, content, and strategy, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s approach to the ever-evolving outdoor advertising industry. In this interview, Alpha shares valuable insights on how United Neon stays ahead of the […]

Earl Valencia is an award-winning tech leader and venture-backed startup founder, best known for co-founding Ideaspace and QBO in the Philippines, and Plentina in the USA. He also serves as an executive member of the National Innovation Council, representing the business sector in the Philippines. Previously, he was Vice President for Corporate Development and Innovation at PLDT/Smart. Earl’s accolades include […]

A Unique Selling Proposition (USP) is the defining feature of a brand that compels consumers to buy or switch from their existing preferences. There are nine (9) different types of USPs, as outlined in the book Entrepreneurship (1978, by Josiah Go and Chiqui Escareal-Go), as well as in Entrepreneurship: The Four-Gate Model (2025, by Josiah Go, Chiqui Escareal-Go, and Calel Gosingtian). These USPs operate […]

In celebration of Mega Prime’s 50th anniversary, we had the privilege of speaking with its visionary chairman, William Tiu Lim, whose leadership has transformed the company from a small fishing operation to the market leader in canned sardines in the Philippines. Under his guidance, Mega Prime has continuously redefined industry standards through innovation, from investing in advanced fish preservation technologies […]

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