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Jojo Flores is the Co-Founder of Plug and Play Tech Center, a Silicon Valley accelerator evolved from real estate to a top startup hub, offering incubation, acceleration, and funding, acclaimed as a leading early-stage investor globally.. With a background that spans across various industries, Jojo’s entrepreneurial journey took him from establishing a bottled water business to becoming a significant figure in the global startup ecosystem. His transition to the tech world led him co-founding Plug and Play, which has expanded to over 60 offices in 20 countries, fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship under his leadership.

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Mert Cetin is the CEO of Pluxee Philippines, a company specializing in employee engagement and rewards, with a history that traces back to its roots as Sodexo. Born and raised in the city of Istanbul, Mert has crafted a career that exemplifies the pursuit of excellence and leadership on a global scale. His career move from DHL to Sodexo in Turkey gained him invaluable leadership experience and insights from working closely with CEOs. Being in the forefront of Pluxee Philippines, Mert has embraced the challenges of rebranding and digitalization, steering the company through a significant transition from its former identity as Sodexo. He brings a blend of operational and commercial expertise to his role, recognizing the value of preserving the culture of tangible gift-giving in the digital age. 

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Justin San is the founder of iCargo Pacific and Unirise Asia, being at the forefront of integrating artificial intelligence and Software as a Service (SaaS) into the logistics sector, reshaping how supply chain management operates in the region. With roots in his family’s trucking business, Justin’s journey into entrepreneurship began as early as his college days, from t-shirt printing to opening a restaurant during the pandemic. His passion in solving real world problems in the logistics domain resulted in the creation of iCargo, an AI logistic software solution that provides SaaS to logistics companies. With his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to driving change, he continuously charts a new course in logistics, aiming to expand his influence beyond the Philippines into the broader Southeast Asian market.

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David Sison, is the Co-Founder & CEO of Mama Lou's Italian restaurant. While pursuing his MBA, David proposed to his then-girlfriend, Crystal, the idea of studying her family's Italian restaurant for his thesis. Upon her agreement, he delved into researching ways to enhance the business and its marketing strategies. At 27, he opened the first Mama Lou’s in Solenad, Nuvali in 2012, before completing his MBA. From the early struggles of a shuttered internet café to the birth of Mama Lou’s from an entrepreneurial master's thesis, he shares the pivotal moments of his journey and the lessons learned along the way. Discover how David, alongside his wife Crystal, turned their setbacks into stepping stones and built a thriving family business renowned for its delicious fare and inviting atmosphere.
"We have this win-win-win mentality. So the win-win-win mentality is for the customers to win. I mean, we sell quality food at an affordable price. For us to win, we have to make money. And for our suppliers to win, you know, we have to pay them first." - David Sison

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Gina Romero is a tenacious tech entrepreneur and the founder of Connected Women, a social enterprise that aims to revolutionize the role of women in the tech industry, particularly in the Philippines. Gina’s journey to tech innovation was unconventional, starting her career as a flight attendant – a role that spanned a decade and took her around the world. A proponent of ethical business practices, Gina is dedicated to building a for-profit social enterprise that does not shy away from making a profit while doing good. She believes in merging profitability with a strong social impact, a philosophy that has been central to the growth and sustainability of Connected Women. 
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Abdul Paravengal is the Managing Director of Pulse 63 Healthcare Ventures, a venture builder focusing on nurturing health tech startups in the Philippine market. A seasoned leader in healthcare logistics and strategic expansion, Abdul has spearheaded business ventures into new markets, like leading OYO’s operations in Saudi Arabia. With a passion for driving innovation and growth in healthcare technology ventures, his expertise spans operations to investment strategies within the startup ecosystem. Tune in as he shares invaluable strategies for health tech startup success in the Philippines.
"If you really want to help a founder and if you are an investor or if you're a mentor, you need to now have the skills to allow them to open up. Don't expect that they will come and knock your door and say you know what? This is bothering me. Not everyone has the ability to do it. They're going to try to solve it as much as they can." - Abdul Paravengal
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