In this episode of Hustleshare, we talk with Joseph De Leon—partner at Gravitas Prime, founding member of MAIN (Manila Angel Investors Network), and a cornerstone of the Philippine startup ecosystem. JDL shares his fascinating path from global ad strategist to M&A advisor, and how his eclectic background helped him shape a uniquely sharp lens for evaluating startups. He breaks down the realities of angel investing, why most founders miss the mark on valuation and ambition, and what it really takes to build a world-class business from the Philippines. Packed with wit, frameworks, and brutally honest insights, this is a must-listen for anyone serious about turning hustle into lasting value.
Are you looking to learn more about your transactional superpowers?
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Are you a founder wanted to turn your idea into an investible startup?
Apply for the next Founder Institute Philippines cohort https://fi.co/philippines (early application deadline July 27, 2025)
Would you like to be part of making the Philippine startup ecosystem world-class?
- Join the Philippines largest and most active angel investor network as an investor https://www.main.ph/memberships
- If your startup has a Philippine nexus, paying customers and is ready for expansion, apply for our next pitch night https://www.main.ph/contact
Schedule a Discovery Call with JDL to help prepare your business for scale or sale https://www.bulletday.com/about.html
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