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Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #131: PodifyTeam - Podcast Launch, Production, and Editing Company for Podcast CreatorsJulian Ludena and JM Libero are co-founders at
PodifyTeam.
PodifyTeam is a podcast production and editing company that helps increase podcasters' efficiency by taking care of the heavy lifting so they can focus on creating great content. Launch a professional podcast that grows your brand and accomplishes your podcasting aspirations.
Join Janni with JM Libero and Julian Ludena as they talk about Podcast Editing, Production, and Management and what it takes to start a podcast.
According to a poll, podcast promotion and the production and editing process are the two most difficult aspects of...2023-12-1841 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #80: KaHero - Mobile Cloud-based Point-of-Sale & Inventory SystemKristianne Reyes and Melody Paurillo are co-founders at KaHero.
KaHero is a FREE cloud-based mobile POS and inventory system for your business, helping thousands of Filipino SME’s move forward.
IN THIS EPISODE | 00:31 Ano ang KaHero? | 02:33 Ano ba muna ang POS (point of sale)? | 04:10 How does the KaHero mobile app for POS & inventory management work? | 05:47 KaHero has many users in the Philippines. Can we know some of them? | 07:32 What are the KaHero app's other features that our Filipino SME's can benefit from? | 08:56 What is the edge of Kahero over other POS & inventory systems? | 11:07 How did Ka...2023-01-2431 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #79: Pouch.ph - The PHP Bitcoin Lightning Wallet ft. Ethan RoseEthan Rose is the Founder of Pouch.ph.
Pouch.ph is the PHP lightning wallet, powered by Bitcoin's lightning network.
IN THIS EPISODE | 00:20 Ano ang Pouch.ph? | 02:37 What got you into the Philippines? :) | 06:00 How did you learn about Bitcoin and software development? | 10:21 What really is Bitcoin? | 15:32 What is the Bitcoin lightning network? | 18:44 What's special with the Pouch.ph wallet? | 23:05 What do you think about adoption of Bitcoin in the Philippines? | 26:49 Do you think Bitcoin should be the global currency? :) | 31:40 How can listeners know more about Pouch.ph?
POUCH.PH | Website: www.pouch.ph...2023-01-1737 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #78: LifePrentice - Peer-to-peer Wellness Programs for the Youth ft. John Francis ReyesJohn Francis Reyes is the Founder, CEO, and Finance Lead at LifePrentice.
LifePrentice is a peer-to-peer platform aiming to help young people improve their physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual health through wellness programs tailored to fit the needs of the youth. LifePrentice is part of the IDEA Incubation Program by PhilDev Foundation and the Department of Trade and Industry.
IN THIS EPISODE | 00:43 Ano ang LifePrentice? | 02:15 Let’s start with some personal stories: Were there experiences in your life that made you decide to begin LifePrentice? | 07:56 What kind of wellness programs are on LifePrentice’s platform? | 10:32 Life...2023-01-1029 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #77: The Conversion Engine - All-in-One Business Powerhouse ft. Valerie FischerValerie Fischer is the Chief Training Officer and Co-Founder at The Conversion Engine.
The Conversion Engine is your all-in-one business powerhouse where you can easily set up drag & drop websites, sales funnels, online booking and e-mailing tools, e-commerce stores, and many more.
IN THIS EPISODE | 01:22 Ano ang The Conversion Engine? | 03:22 Who can take advantage of The Conversion Engine’s all-in-one business powerhouse? | 05:07 Can we know some of The Conversion Engine's clients? 😊 | 07:43 Are there other features that we shouldn’t miss? | 15:10 What is the difference of The Conversion Engine with other digital business tools out there? | 18:23 In Chan...2023-01-0336 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #76: Sociov - World-class Soft Skills Mentorship through Alumni Engagement ft. Neil SoriaNeil Soria is one of the Co-founders and CEO of Sociov.
Sociov is an Alumni Engagement Platform with a specific focus on supporting academic institutions to provide career development services through soft skills mentorship. Sociov is part of the IDEA Incubation Program by PhilDev Foundation and the Department of Trade and Industry.
IN THIS EPISODE | 00:40 Ano ang Sociov? | 02:51 Why focus on soft skills mentorship? | 06:32 Why are soft skills important in today's workplace? | 08:20 How does the Alumni Engagement Platform of Sociov work? | 10:18 How are you using data to provide an upgrade to soft skills mentorship? | 12:44 What...2022-12-2733 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #75: AltSwitch - Smart Contracts, Decentralization, Ecosystem for Enterprises ft. Carl MunsayacCarl Munsayac is the CEO and Co-Founder at AltSwitch.
AltSwitch is a blockchain-based company creating the future of decentralized apps and services.
IN THIS EPISODE | 00:30 Ano ang AltSwitch? | 04:15 What sets AltSwitch apart from other PH Web 3.0 startups? | 06:05 What is a smart contract? What are decentralized apps? | 10:22 In terms of other smart contract ecosystems like Ethereum, Cardano, Solana, what sets AltSwitch apart? | 17:07 For you, did blockchain knowledge come first or the entrepreneurial mindset? | 23:50 How did AltSwitch as a startup start? How is the experience building the community? | 28:00 How is the experience of launching AltSwitch's token $ALTS? | 39:44...2022-12-2050 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #74: Oh My Genie! - Ultra Fast Delivery in Less Than 30 Minutes! ft. Enrique San JuanEnrique San Juan is Chief Marketing Genie/Officer at Oh My Genie!.
Get everything you need in as fast as 30 minutes. Oh My Genie! ULTRA Fast is an AI-enabled last-mile delivery technology that aims to solve the Php 1 trillion losses in the online and e-commerce retail space in the Philippines. Oh My Genie! is also part of the IdeaSpace Accelerator Program Cohort 9 and has received a grant from DOST PCIEERD for the merit and novelty of their tech.
IN THIS EPISODE | 00:44 Ano ang Oh My Genie!? | 01:25 What is the story behind Oh My Genie!'s...2022-12-1334 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #73: ALLCARE - Employee Benefits for Freelancers, Gig Workers, and SMEs ft. Cindy BurdetteCindy Burdette is the CEO and Co-Founder at ALLCARE.
ALLCARE is a platform that makes company benefits like HMO and insurance accessible to more Filipinos. ALLCARE won 2nd place at the recently concluded Ignite PH’s Wildfire Pitch Competition.
IN THIS EPISODE | 00:36 Ano ang ALLCARE? | 02:34 What really is the essence of company or employee benefits? | 06:16 Who are these non-regular workers that ALLCARE is helping gain access to benefits? | 09:05 How are you specifically designing ALLCARE's products to be more suitable for non-regular workers? | 12:30 Can we know about the co-founders and some backstories behind ALLCARE? | 15:38 How did yo...2022-12-0627 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #72: Packworks - Empowering Sari-sari Stores Through Connected Commerce ft. Bing TanBing Tan is the CEO and Co-Founder at Packworks.
Packworks is the fastest growing B2B platform for community based micro-retailers with the widest network of 200,000 sari-sari stores in the Philippines and growing. Packworks won at Ignite 2022’s Wildfire Pitch Competition and will be representing the Philippines at the Startup World Cup Grand Finale next year.
IN THIS EPISODE | 00:53 Ano ang Packworks? | 01:53 Why sari-sari stores? | 05:36 How does the Packworks app work? How can it benefit our sari-sari store nanay's? | 09:40 How is the feedback and acceptance of sari-sari store owners on adopting this new technology? | 11:27 Packworks wo...2022-11-2929 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #71: ROC.PH - Marketing as a Service (MAAS) ft. Ron ClarinRon Oliver Clarin is the Founder and CEO of ROC.PH.
ROC.PH is offering unlimited website, digital marketing, graphic design, and virtual assistant services for a fixed monthly fee. ROC.PH won 1st runner-up at last year’s Philippine Startup Challenge Region 4-A Pitching Competition.
IN THIS EPISODE | 00:43 Ano ang ROC.PH? | 02:00 ROC.PH is offering UNLIMITED website, digital marketing, graphic design, and virtual assistance services. How does this work? | 06:10 ROC.PH has a portfolio of over 1000 companies. Can we know some of these projects? | 08:45 How was the experience building the startup and growing th...2022-11-2225 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #70: Britana Technologies - No-Code ERP for Filipino SME's ft. Ana CalubadAna Calubad is Co-Founder and Managing Director at Britana Technologies.
Britana Technologies is a SAAS company building enterprise-grade IT business applications for small and medium enterprises. Britana Technologies is part of the IDEA Incubation Program co-implemented by PhilDev Foundation and the Department of Trade and Industry.
IN THIS EPISODE | 00:39 Ano ang Britana Technologies? | 01:11 Ano ba muna ang ERP? How do you aim to solve the problem of Filipino SME's? | 05:21 What is the edge of Britana ERP compared to other ERP solutions? | 11:00 What are the subscription packages for Britana ERP if our listeners want to use...2022-11-1527 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #69: Tetrix - The Web 3.0 Project Connecting All Web 3.0 Projects ft. Felix AsuncionFelix Asuncion is the Chief Revenue Officer and Co-Founder at Tetrix.
The Tetrix Network is an interconnected ecosystem that aims to bridge the gap among all blockchain projects. Began in 2020, Tetrix is an effort to change the way blockchains are designed and developed for the digital space where communities, enterprises, governments, and individuals interact and coexist in the same ecosystem without having to worry about different blockchains. Tetrix also recently launched Pitaka, a crypto wallet that allows users to store, manage, and exchange various cryptocurrencies and digital assets in one simple browser extension; and Link, a digital...2022-11-0837 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #68: Metamorphosis Group - Quiet Quitting, Career Coaching, Upskilling ft. Danica OctaDanica Octa is the Founder and CEO at Metamorphosis Group.
Building your life, starting with your career. Metamorphosis Group is a tech-enabled career consultancy firm, dedicated to promoting career development in the Philippines. Metamorphosis Group is part of QBO Innovation Hub’s QMMUNITY and one of the top 12 finalists of the Arise Plus Ye! Accelerator Program co-implemented by IdeaSpace, QBO, DTI, and the International Trade Centre.
IN THIS EPISODE | 01:02 Ano ang Metamorphosis Group? | 03:50 Pag-usapan muna natin ang issue ng quiet quitting! As the CEO & Founder of a career coaching startup, what is your opinion on th...2022-11-0144 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #67: Dali Innovations - Lighting Up Communities with Clean Energy ft. Louie VillalonLouie Villalon is the Co-Founder and CTO at Dali Innovations.
Dali Innovations is an energy startup focused on designing and creating sustainable energy solutions to bring positive impact and uplift the lives of Filipino communities. Dali Innovation’s flagship technology is VORTEx (or: versatile and offshore recyclable turbine for energy), which produces clean energy from tidal waves and wind, aiming to cater to off-grid areas in the Philippines. Dali Innovations is part of the IDEA Incubation Program co-implemented by PhilDev Foundation and the Department of Trade and Industry.
IN THIS EPISODE | 00:55 Ano ang Dali Innovations? | 04:26 Le...2022-10-2531 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #66: Smile API - Unified API, Data Ownership, and Financial Inclusion ft. Jan PabellonJan Pabellon is Chief Product Officer and founding team at Smile API.
Smile API is providing instant access to employee-owned and authorized data for any employer or platform, with use cases on identity verification, reviewing employment history, fast-tracking applications, and informing credit approvals. In this episode, we'll get to know more about how Smile API is empowering people through data ownership and financial inclusion in the Philippines.
IN THIS EPISODE: 00:51 Ano ang Smile API? | 03:00 What exactly is Smile API's product and how does it solve these challenges of data ownership and financial inclusion? | 05:55 What are th...2022-10-2025 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #65: 8CHAIN - Workout-and-Earn with MaxRep! (8-in-1 Metaverse Project) ft. Coach GGarrett Burnett (or Coach G) is the CEO and Co-Founder of 8CHAIN.
8CHAIN is an 8-in-1 cryptocurrency project, building ONE CHAIN at a time starting with MaxRep Workout-and-Earn. 8CHAIN envisions integrating real-world ecosystems into the metaverse while rewarding the community with 8CHAIN tokens.
IN THIS EPISODE: 00:38 Ano ang 8CHAIN? | 19:36 What really is the Metaverse? Why should we get ready for it? | 30:12 How is the experience of building 8CHAIN in the Philippines? How is the Filipino Web 3.0 community? | 35:20 What should we look out for with 8CHAIN? Invite our listeners to 8CHAIN's channels! :)
8CHAIN | Website...2022-10-1841 min
Start Up Podcast PHSpecial: Philippine Startup Week 2022 - Why should YOU help build the PH startup industry?One of the things that people, especially students, who want to enter the startup world can do is to join as an intern or volunteer in Philippine startup activities. Hit two birds with one stone: learn & help build the Philippine startup industry. We've heard that QBO Innovation Hub and the Philippine Startup Week 2022 is calling for interns and volunteers!
Let's know more about this with Dave del Rosario, QBO Innovation Hub's Head of Community and Ecosystem and one of the leads in the team behind this year's Philippine Startup Week.
IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Introduction | 01:04 Ano ng...2022-10-1515 min
Start Up Podcast PHSpecial: Philippine Startup Week 2022 - Ano ang Philippine Startup Week?Philippine Startup Week 2022, the Philippines' largest startup conference is happening this November 14-18! Mainly organized by QBO Innovation Hub, the Department of Trade & Industry, the Department of Information and Communications Technology, and the Department of Science and Technology, with this year's theme: "Homegrown Heroes: Cultivating Future Tech Giants."
Dave del Rosario is QBO Innovation Hub's Head of Community and Ecosystem and one of the leads in the team behind Philippine Startup Week.
IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Introduction | 00:54 Ano ang Philippine Startup Week? | 01:57 This year's theme is: "Homegrown Heroes: Cultivating Future Tech Giants". What is the reason beh...2022-10-1422 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #64: Cleenvent - Solar-Powered Ventilation System ft. Raven Anot & Phelps LagunaRaven Anot is the CEO and Co-Founder at Cleenvent. Phelps Laguna is the CTO and Co-Founder at Cleenvent.
Cleenvent is offering an easy-to-adapt clean energy-based technology for households helping them achieve a more sustainable and better quality of life. Cleenvent’s flagship product is the solar-powered exhaust that helps improve ventilation while using renewable energy. Cleenvent is part of the IDEA Acceleration Program co-implemented by PhilDev Foundation and the Department of Trade and Industry.
IN THIS EPISODE: 00:50 Ano ang Cleenvent? | 03:01 Let's talk about your flagship product: the solar-powered exhaust. How did you get the idea to...2022-10-1239 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #63: Twala - Digital Identities and the Twala Blockchain Network ft. Charlie Coroza & Alex QuinitCharlie Coroza is the Co-Founder and COO of Twala. Alex Quinit is the Co-Founder and CTO of Twala.
Twala is empowering businesses towards digital transformation with legally binding and secure digital signatures powered by blockchain smart contracts. Twala was part of the IdeaSpace Acceleration Program Cohort 9 and is one of the three startups that got invested by IdeaSpace Philippines.
IN THIS EPISODE: 01:03 Ano ang Twala? | 04:45 Ano nga ba ang blockchain? | 08:20 Twala is building the Twala blockchain network, the first ever in the Philippines. How can people benefit from this? | 16:00 What are Twala's digital identities and w...2022-10-0452 min
Start Up Podcast PHSpecial: Round One - The First Equity Crowdfunding Platform in the Philippines!Round One is the first and only licensed equity crowdfunding platform in the Philippines, fully operated by the Eastern Securities and Development Corporation (ESDC).
Round One is the Philippines' newest online platform that matches companies to potential investors from all over the country. Pitch, promote, and reach out to potential funders, all through the easy-to-use interface.
Brandon Leong is the Business Unit Lead of Round One, also the Director and Vice President of Operations at ESDC.
IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Introduction | 00:50 Ano ang Round One? | 02:11 In a nutshell, what is equity crowdfunding? | 04:31 Can anyone be a...2022-09-3039 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #62: TakeFive Outdoors - Guided Outdoor Adventure Tours! ft. Jae MamorborJae Mamorbor is the Founder and CEO at TakeFive Outdoors.TakeFive Outdoors is an outdoor-adventure company offering the best guided tours in the outdoor industry, also with an e-commerce platform for their partner communities to sell products online. TakeFive Outdoors is part of the ADVANCE Acceleration Program co-implemented by PhilDev Foundation and the Department of Trade and Industry.In this episode:00:42 Ano ang TakeFive Outdoors?01:08 Let's start with some personal stories: What got you into outdoors? :)05:21 How does TakeFive Outdoors guided tours work? What is the advantage of taking an organized tour instead of D...2022-09-2727 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #61: DvCode Technologies - GladiatorDex, NFT's, and Web 3.0 Development ft. Eli RabadonEli Rabadon is the Founder & CEO of DvCode Technologies.DvCode Technologies is a Philippine IT Solutions company specializing in blockchain smart contracts, digital wallets, cybersecurity, game app development, network infrastructure building, and the Web 3.0 ecosystem. DvCode Technologies’ flagship project is GladiatorDex, a web-based PvP, fast-paced, auto-battler, play-to-earn game.In this episode:00:54 Ano ang DvCode Technologies?02:32 Let's talk about your exciting flagship project: GladiatorDex! Paano nga ba linalaro ang blockchain game na ito?06:52 Ano nga ba ang NFT's and how do they change the way of gaming especially in the Philippines?11:40 Ano ang pinagkaiba ng...2022-09-2242 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #60: Kippap Education - Changing the Way People Learn (Netflix of Education) ft. Victor VillafuerteVictor Villafuerte is the President and Co-Founder at Kippap Education.Kippap Education is changing the way people learn, currently producing quality videos on engineering, math, and physics for students in the Philippines.In this episode:00:24 Ano ang Kippap Education?02:00 How exactly are you changing the way people learn?04:31 Why is Kippap the Netflix of Education? :D06:15 What are some principles you have in mind when creating educational material/videos?07:48 Kippap Education is currently focusing on engineering, math, and physics, particularly for the Civil Engineering Board Exam. Why is this the startup's path?2022-09-1925 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #59: FilPass - Blockchain Tech for School Document Authentication ft. Rebekah Uy KiengRebekah Uy Kieng is the Business Development Lead and Co-Founder at FilPass.FilPass is an innovative Filipino pioneer startup that utilizes blockchain technology to issue and authenticate documents for schools through the use of digital-identity wallets with school partners such as DLSU – Lipa, AMA University, and the PHINMA Education Network.In this episode:00:52 Ano ang FilPass?01:41 Ano nga ba ang blockchain tech?03:00 What problems in schools are FilPass solving with blockchain tech?06:15 Can we know more about the digital ID wallets that FilPass is implementing for schools & students? How can people use this?2022-09-1326 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #58: Bitskwela - Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency Learning Platform for Filipinos ft. Jiro ReyesJiro Reyes is the CEO and Co-Founder of Bitskwela.Bitskwela is a Filipino-led edutech platform that strives to make Bitcoin and cryptocurrency education accessible to all Filipinos of any ethnicity.In this episode:00:42 Ano ang Bitskwela?01:34 Ano nga ba ang Bitcoin? Ano ang cryptocurrency?04:36 Why should people know more about Bitcoin & cryptocurrency?08:21 What led you to start Bitskwela - a Bitcoin & cryptocurrency learning platform for Filipinos?15:36 How do you make learning Bitcoin easy at Bitskwela?20:47 How is the crypto community in the Philippines?23:43 NOT FINANCIAL ADVISE: What can you say...2022-09-0634 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #57: UNAWA - Digitizing SME's with Remote Notarization and Automated Workflows ft. Atty. Gino JacintoAtty. Gino Jacinto is the Chief Operating Officer at UNAWA.UNAWA is a legal & regulatory tech startup offering ease of doing business at the fingertips of every Filipino company by digitizing their key transactions from automated workflows, legally-binding e-signatures, and remote notarization.In this episode:00:34 Ano ang UNAWA?01:12 As a lawyer by profession, can you tell us some backstories towards joining UNAWA?06:22 “Ease of Doing Business at Your Fingertips.” In the first place, why is it hard for companies to do business in the Philippines?13:34 Can we know more about the remote notarization serv...2022-09-0139 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #56: Alaga Health - The Philippines' First Digital Health Marketplace ft. Dexter GalbanDexter Galban is the CEO and Founder of Alaga Health.Alaga Health is the Philippines’ first digital health marketplace & health service hub, bringing you healthcare anytime, anywhere, in every way. Alaga Health just recently won 3rd place at the Arise Plus Ye! Boost Accelerator Demo Day co-implemented by IdeaSpace Philippines, QBO Innovation Hub, the Department of Trade and Industry, and the International Trade Center.In this episode:00:57 Ano ang Alaga Health?02:06 Gaano nga ba ka-importante na gawing digital ang health services?04:47 What was the problem that inspired building Alaga Health's digital health marketplace?07:47 Wh...2022-08-2933 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #55: Nanotronics - Nanotechnology for Sustainable Packaging Material ft. Dr. Jerome PalaganasDr. Jerome Palaganas is the CEO and Co-Founder of Nanotronics.Nanotronics is a deep-tech startup pioneering the production of nanotechnology material for use in various industrial applications such as sustainable packaging material. Nanotronics is part of the ADVANCE Acceleration Program co-implemented by PhilDev Foundation and the Department of Trade and Industry.In this episode:01:06 Ano ang Nanotronics?02:40 What is nanotechnology?05:02 How can nanotechnology be used to develop sustainable packaging material?08:17 What are some industrial applications of nanotechnology-derived material?12:25 Can we know your journey from being a scientist to a startup founder? :D2022-08-2334 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #54: Raketship Cargopooling - Peer-to-peer Cargo Delivery ft. Jun TibiJun Tibi is a Co-Founder of Raketship Cargopooling.Raketship Cargopooling is a logistics-tech company that utilizes its peer-to-peer delivery network to move parcels across the country. This is made possible through the Raketship mobile app and by working with partner-drivers – private vehicle owners who are willing to share their empty cargo spaces whenever they go on long-distance trips.In this episode:00:49 Ano ang Raketship Cargopooling?02:15 Ano nga ba ang cargopooling?05:09 How does peer-to-peer cargopooling work? How does scheduling/matching happen? Are there limitations on cargo delivery?08:46 Can anyone sign up as a partner-driver? Ano an...2022-08-1635 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #53: Anavari Publishing - Digital Comics & NFT Company ft. Victor Llamas & Chris MarianoVictor Llamas is the CEO at Anavari Publishing. Chris Mariano is the VP of Marketing at Anavari Publishing.Anavari Publishing is an independent publishing startup for visual novels and comics.In this episode:01:15 Ano ang Anavari Publishing?03:45 How does publishing in the comics industry work?06:55 How can an aspiring artist join Anavari Publishing?09:33 How does the business model of comics publishing work?14:25 Can we know about the Anavari Universe?16:05 Where can an interested person buy Anavari's digital comics and NFTs?17:40 What do you think about the art industry in the Philipp...2022-08-0937 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Right #3: QBO Innovation - Philippine startup enabler bringing Bayanihan into the tech space! 🔥QBO Innovation Hub is a Philippine startup enabler that's bringing bayanihan culture into the tech space, aiming to develop, grow, and scale a competitive Philippine startup ecosystem.QBO is celebrating its 6th year anniversary this August 8!Katrina Rausa Chan is the Executive Director at QBO Innovation Hub.In this episode:00:00 Introduction00:44 Ano ang QBO Innovation Hub?03:50 What are the programs and services that PH startups can take advantage of when they're part of the QMMUNITY?08:04 How can interested startups be part of the QMMUNITY? Can anyone join?10:56 QBO's culture is remarkable - com...2022-08-0843 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #52: iBoard Living - Digital Rental Property Management Platform ft. Zey VerunqueZey Verunque is the Lead Founder at iBoard Living.iBoard Living is a digital rental property management platform that provides an integrated end-to-end solution for renters, property owners, and handymen. iBoard Living is part of the IDEA Incubation Program co-implemented by PhilDev Foundation and the Department of Trade and Industry.In this episode:00:39 Ano ang iBoard Living?01:21 What is the problem with rental and property management in the Philippines?07:12 How does iBoard Living solve these problems?09:50 iBoard Living just launched the beta app this April 2022. Can you give us a picture of how...2022-08-0232 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #51: ChatGenie - Sell Inside Messenger, GCash, and Other Super Apps! ft. Ragde FalcisRagde Falcis is the CEO and Co-Founder at ChatGenie.ChatGenie enables businesses to sell inside the world’s biggest apps like Messenger, Instagram, GCash, Viber, and other super apps. Brands can also accept orders, and even process shipping and payment, within the same app’s messaging thread. ChatGenie was part of the YBI INQBATION Program and DTI Global AQELERATION Program both in partnership with QBO Innovation Hub.In this episode:00:42 Ano ang ChatGenie?01:32 Why build a platform that will allow businesses to sell WITHIN the app?03:25 How does an MSME/business use ChatGenie? Can you wal...2022-07-2634 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #50: Empath - Mental Health Care Access for All Filipinos ft. Steph NavalSteph Naval is the Founder and CEO at Empath.Empath envisions communities in which mental health care and education are readily accessible for all. Empath is part of the ADVANCE Acceleration Program co-implemented by PhilDev Foundation and the Department of Trade and Industry.In this episode:00:28 Ano ang Empath?00:53 How crucial is it to solve the problem of mental health inaccessibility?03:33 What do you think is the root cause of all these mental health issues not just in the Philippines but in the whole world?04:45 How does Empath solve the problem of mental heal...2022-07-1927 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #49: GRY.PH - Cross-chain NFT Marketplace (Streetwear Revolution) ft. Mickele MaconMickele Macon is the CEO and Co-Founder at GRY.PH.GRY.PH is the first-ever cross-chain NFT marketplace, based in the Philippines.In this episode:00:33 Ano ang GRY.PH?05:50 Why are NFT's a hype now?07:50 How can GRY.PH's cross-chain NFT marketplace empower artists, designers, and brands?11:36 Why did you start GRY.PH?15:42 Is there something special in the Philippines with regard to the crypto & NFT space?19:43 How was it building GRY.PH's technical team and community in the Philippines?24:23 Given the current market conditions, do you think it will...2022-07-1243 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #48: Gamer Points - Revolutionizing Play-And-Earn ft. Johannes CortezJohannes Cortez is the Co-Founder and CEO at Gamer Points.With Gamer Points, everything is play-and-earn. Join the Gamer Points community in Discord and play-and-earn in the Gamer Points client!In this episode:00:29 Ano ang Gamer Points?01:05 Why the gaming industry?05:27 Why make gaming play-and-earn? How does Gamer Points work?09:22 What are the different ways to earn GP?18:06 One of the important aspects of Gamer Points is community building. How is the experience of building Gamer Points' community?19:15 What really keeps you motivated in building Gamer Points as a startu...2022-07-0526 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #47: Pic-A-Talk - Speech Disability Mobile App ft. Uma RoaUma Roa is the CEO and Co-Founder at Pic-A-Talk.Pic-A-Talk is a mobile application for non-verbal children with special needs, helping them communicate through pictures. Pic-A-Talk is part of IdeaSpace Accelerator Program Cohort 9.In this episode:00:31 Ano ang Pic-A-Talk?03:00 What is the story behind building a mobile app for non-verbal people?04:45 How does the app work? How do you incorporate accessibility and customizability?08:45 Can you also share about the team behind Pic-A-Talk?13:00 Pic-A-Talk is part of IdeaSpace Accelerator Program Cohort 9. Can you share some stories and learnings in this undertaking?1...2022-06-2833 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #46: Pandalivery - Hyperlocal Delivery Service in the Bicol Region ft. Jude BuelvaJude Buelva is the Founder and CEO at Pandalivery.Pandalivery is the fluffiest hyperlocal delivery service in town! Delivering food, groceries, and medicine, right at your doorstep, currently serving areas in Naga City, Legazpi City, Pili, Rinconada, and Partido. Pandalivery is also part of IdeaSpace cohort 7.In this episode:00:27 Ano ang Pandalivery?00:55 What exactly is hyperlocal? :)07:40 How is the startup ecosystem in Bicol & Naga City?16:47 Can you share some stories & experiences as a student founder?22:10 How is Pandalivery growing now?26:45 What are the greatest achievements, challenges, and learnings you...2022-06-2136 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #45: InsightSCS - Supply Chain Solutions for the Agriculture Industry ft. Pierre CurayPierre Curay is the Co-Founder and CEO at InsightSCS.InsightSCS is providing a single digital supply chain platform to connect and integrate all supply chain stakeholders and participants through the DeliverE platform. InsightSCS is part of the ADVANCE Acceleration Program co-implemented by PhilDev Foundation and the Department of Trade and Industry.In this episode:00:40 Ano ang InsightSCS?01:05 Can we first get a picture of how intricate the agri-supply chain is?04:25 How do you plan to solve the disconnectedness problem of the agri-supply chain?05:55 What is the DeliverE platform - InsightSCS's solution...2022-06-1431 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #44: Kids Who Farm - Advocating Food Self-Sufficiency for All ft. Muneer HinayMuneer Hinay is the Co-Founder and President/CEO at Kids Who Farm.Kids Who Farm is a Zamboanga City-based non-profit startup inspiring the youth to be the next generation of farmers. Kids Who Farm's core programs include: the Hyperlocal Food Network, Hyperlokal Kapital Community Savings Club, and Kids Can Compost. Kids Who Farm won the first-ever Manila Bulletin UPLIFT award for Agriculture and is also iDEYA MSU-IIT’s 2021 Startup of the Year.In this episode:00:51 Ano ang Kids Who Farm?02:30 How do you teach farming in Kids Who Farm? How is it made fun...2022-06-0733 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up Discussion #2: Trends in Digital Marketing ft. Lead Principles & Xurge Digital MediaLead Principles & Xurge Digital Media discuss: "Trends and Innovations in Digital Marketing."Kyle Jarque is the Founder and CEO of Lead Principles Co. David Ramos is the Founder and CEO of Xurge Digital Media.In this episode:00:00 Introduction00:30 Ano ang Lead Principles Co.?03:17 Ano ang Xurge Digital Media?04:59 Lead Principles: Why did you start a digital marketing company?10:02 Xurge Digital Media: Why did you start a digital marketing company?14:28 Lead Principles: What are the trends & innovations in digital marketing?22:49 Xurge Digital Media: What are the trends & innovati...2022-06-0753 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #43: Petkluv - Local Pet Brand Marketplace ft. Zeus GragedaZeus Grageda is the Founder and CEO of Petkluv.Petkluv is a community marketplace for local pet brands. Petkluv is one of the top 12 finalists of the Arise Plus Ye! Boost Accelerator Program co-implemented by IdeaSpace Philippines, QBO Innovation Hub, the Department of Trade and Industry, and the International Trade Center.In this episode:00:33 Ano ang Petkluv?01:23 Ano nga ba ang pet sa buhay ng tao? :)02:08 Is pet adoption increasing in the Philippines?05:00 Why did you decide to build a community marketplace for local pet brands?06:27 How does Petkluv provide value...2022-05-3125 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #42: AniTech - Deep Tech for Agri-Supply Chain ft. Gillian SantosGillian Santos is the Co-Founder and CEO at AniTech.AniTech is a deep tech supply chain startup on a mission to solve the global food loss problem by providing agribusinesses with actionable data on spoilage & storage quality. AniTech is part of the IDEA Incubation Program co-implemented by PhilDev Foundation and the Department of Trade and Industry.In this episode:00:37 Ano ang AniTech?01:23 What exactly is the problem of agribusinesses and storage facilities that AniTech is trying to solve?04:31 What is the solution of AniTech for this agri-supply chain problem?06:52 Can we get...2022-05-2427 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #41: Kintab - Mobile Car Wash ft. Jaysen MalabananJaysen Malabanan is the Founder and CEO of Kintab.Kintab Mobile Carwash is providing mobile car care services at the convenience and comfort of your own home. Kintab was featured at The Final Pitch Season 7: Virtual Edition where they were able to close an investment deal of Php 5,000,000 for 20% equity from two investors, Mr. Dennis Uy (Converge ICT) and Mr. Jay Villarante (8Ventures).In this episode:00:21 Ano ang Kintab Mobile Carwash?01:04 What made you decide to pursue this innovation: making carwash mobile?02:42 Let's talk about the car care services of Kintab PH.2022-05-1732 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Right #2: Coastline 5023 (Incubator at UP Visayas)Coastline 5023 is the fisheries technology business incubator at UP Visayas supported by DOST-PCAARRD to provide technology commercialization and business development services to agri-aqua startups. Coastline 5023 held Convergence: Agri-Aqua Biz Bootcamp last April 20-21, 2022.Milyn Leghid is the Incubation Head at Coastline 5023.In this episode:00:00 Introduction01:07 Ano ang Coastline 5023?02:38 Kamusta ang Agri-Aqua Biz Bootcamp nitong April 20-21?05:16 How does Coastline 5023 fulfill its mandate of technology commercialization?08:44 How does Coastline 5023 provide business development as an FTBI?15:41 Who can join Coastline 5023?22:17 Can you share some exciting stories of startups incubated by C...2022-05-1644 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #40: Wasteless PH - Zero Waste Lifestyle ft. Jenny Mae TalaverJenny Mae Talaver is the Founder and CEO at Wasteless PH.Wasteless PH is a provider of personal care products in a ZERO WASTE approach, offering shampoo and conditioner bars, soaps, bamboo straw sets, and Yakan bags at affordable prices. Wasteless PH won first place at the Sustainable Food and Agri Pitching Competition by Evegrocer during the Philippine Startup Week 2021. Know about sustainability, everything about plastic-free products, and what Wasteless PH is doing as a social woman enterprise.In this episode:01:00 Ano ang Wasteless PH?02:03 Bakit masama ang single-use plastics?04:45 Ano...2022-05-1028 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #39: Bookuna - Vaccination Booking Platform ft. Troyss Pilapil & Mikee ChuaTroyss Pilapil is the CEO and Co-Founder at Bookuna. Mikee Chua is the COO and Co-Founder at Bookuna.Bookuna is a booking platform in the Philippines that aims to provide more affordable and accessible vaccination services from quality vaccine service providers.Bookuna is gaining traction in providing tailored vaccination services for Filipinos and is part of PhilDev & DTI's IDEA Incubation Program. Know about vaccines, herd immunity, and anti-vaxxers, how Bookuna is solving the vaccination problem in the Philippines as a booking platform, saan nanggaling ang puso ni Troyss at Mikee to solve these problems, and...2022-05-0336 min
Start Up Podcast PHSpecial: PhilDev Foundation - IDEA Incubation Program & ADVANCE Acceleration ProgramPhilDev Foundation is co-implementing the IDEA Incubation Program and ADVANCE Acceleration Program with the Department of Trade and Industry.Sasa Siriban is the Project Manager of IDEA. Kevin dela Cruz is the Project Manager of ADVANCE.Let's know more about the IDEA Incubation Program and ADVANCE Acceleration Program in this conversation!In this episode:00:00 Introduction00:51 Ano ang IDEA Incubation Program?02:25 Ano ang ADVANCE Acceleration Program?04:23 What are the benefits that the startup incubatees will be receiving?10:27 How were the startups chosen?16:56 How do you expect the startups to be...2022-04-2830 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #38: Wela School Systems - All-in-one School Management System ft. John Vincent FielJohn Vincent Fiel is the CEO and Co-Founder at Wela School Systems.WELA School Systems is an end-to-end school system where students and parents can view grades, announcements, and billing statements thru a mobile app.The WELA platform is being used by over 150 schools in the Philippines and is part of QBO Innovation Hub's Global Aqeleration Program. Know the genuine bootstrap story behind Wela School Systems - from Cagayan de Oro to 150 schools in the Philippines and Indonesia, the formula of building a software that scales, and how is the Wela platform removing the burden...2022-04-2630 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #37: MedHyve - Intelligent Online Medical Marketspace ft. Nigel LirioNigel Lirio is the CEO and Co-Founder at MedHyve.MedHyve is an intelligent online medical marketspace empowering small and medium hospitals with intelligent procurement tools and dashboards.MedHyve just raised $407,500 in an oversubscribed pre-seed funding round led by Pegasus Tech Ventures and Foxmont Capital Partners. Know the story of MedHyve from deciding to drop out of college to winning both the ARISE Startup Pitch Competition and Seedstars Manila Competition during PHSW2020 to this recent oversubscribed pre-seed funding round and how specifically are they building MedHyve's intelligent online medical marketspace to help small and medium hospitals.2022-04-1930 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #36: LookingFour - Building a Marketplace Startup in the Philippines ft. Randy TanRandy Tan is the Founder of LookingFour.LookingFour is a Philippine online marketplace with a niche of second-hand items from furniture to electronic devices.LookingFour has grown to a marketplace with over 26000 users and 27000 product listings. Know the lessons learned by Randy on building a marketplace startup, why they focused on security with their "Sigurado Sellers" tagline and three-level user verification, the features of LookingFour as an online marketplace (search engine, chat function, user ratings, customer feedback), and why buy or sell your pre-loved items at LookingFour.In this episode:00:35 Ano ang...2022-04-1234 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Right #1: iDEYA (Incubator at MSU-IIT) - Mindanao Startup Challenge 2022!iDEYA is the premier hub for startups in Mindanao State University & Iligan Institute of Technology pioneering innovation and technopreneurship throughout Mindanao and the Philippines. iDEYA is the first DOST-PCIEERD funded technology business incubator at Mindanao that started at 2016. This April, iDEYA is launching Mindanao Startup Challenge 2022.Ceej Brasileño is the Incubation Lead at iDEYA.In this episode:00:00 Introduction00:40 Ano ang iDEYA?02:53 What are the services that iDEYA is providing for its startup incubatees?07:19 Is there some criteria for accepting startup incubatees into the program?12:41 Are there some success stories of sta...2022-04-1039 min
Start Up Podcast PHSpecial: Smashing the Gender Finance Gap with Villgro Philippines & PH Startup Week 2021Villgro Philippines is SMASHING THE GENDER FINANCE GAP as a Philippine social enterprise incubator aiming to create lasting change that will offer future generations a level playing field.Katherine Khoo is the Head of Venture Support and Partnerships at Villgro Philippines."Smashing the Gender Finance Gap: Investment Readiness for Women Entrepreneurs" is a session organized by Villgro Philippines during the Philippine Startup Week 2021.Let's know why we have to smash the gender finance gap! Together, let's break the gender bias!In this episode:00:00 Introduction00:52 Ano ang Villgro Philippines?04:22 Wha...2022-04-0621 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #35: Retailgate - Putting the AI in Retail! ft. Raphael LayosaRaphael Layosa is the Founder and CEO at Retailgate.Retailgate is a smart retailing enabler existing to empower innovators, mavericks, and game-changers.Retailgate is supported by DOST-PCIEERD. Know more about how Retailgate can use existing CCTV cameras to improve a business' marketing and retail, what is smart retail?, some background stories of Raph before being a startup entrepreneur (from UP Diliman's Technopreneurship class to UP Enterprise!), and the future of smart retail.In this episode:00:30 Ano ang Retailgate?01:40 Ano ang retail? Who are these retailers that Retailgate is trying to help?2022-04-0530 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #34: CAWIL.ai - AI Solutions for Sustainability ft. Cherry MurillonCherry Murillon is the Founder and CEO at CAWIL.ai.CAWIL.ai is a Philippine-based AI startup aimed at offering solutions for sustainability, biodiversity, humanity, equality, and women empowerment.CAWIL.ai has various industry-agnostic projects and partnerships with both the Philippine and Singaporean governments. Know more about how CAWIL.ai is using computer vision to help make the lives of fishermen easier as well as preserve biodiversity, how can AI be used for COVID-19 response?, the story of Cherry from corporate to academe to the startup world, and the very powerful vision & mission of CAWIL...2022-03-2936 min
Start Up Podcast PHSpecial: Ano ang Startup Summit 2022? (BYTE: Building Young Tech Entrepreneurs)Startup Summit 2022: Launch Your Purpose! is a 4-day online conference this April 6-9, that features thought-provoking keynote sessions from the largest startup founders around the world, opportunities for personal interactions with global leaders, and the chance to get that internship experience as your first step into the startup world.Startup Summit 2022 is the flagship project of BYTE: Building Young Tech Entrepreneurs, the student organization for the BS ITE program at Ateneo de Manila University.Justine Ngo and Camille Go are the project heads of Startup Summit 2022.Let's learn more about Startup Summit 2022! Register...2022-03-2616 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #33: Nudgyt - Synergizing AI and Human Actions ft. Kathleen Yu & Ehsan AlizadaKathleen Yu is the Co-Founder and Chief Data Scientist at Nudgyt. Ehsan Alizada is the Content and Marketing Strategist at Nudgyt.Nudgyt is a Singapore-based AI startup that's turning the confusing corporate dashboards and complex data into "nudges" that are easy to understand and actionable by human organizations.Nudgyt also won the PLDT-Smart Startup Innovation Challenge and is part of QBO's Top 100. Know more about how Nudgyt is turning data analytics into action, the synergy of AI and behavioral science to engage and motivate human individuals, the story behind Nudgyt (before, Rumarocket), and some philosophy...2022-03-2234 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #32: AI4GOV - AI Solutions for Public Service ft. Lei MotillaLei Motilla is the Co-Founder and Social Innovation Lead at AI4GOV.AI4GOV is a Philippine tech startup that provides AI solutions for public service. AI4GOV is also the startup behind KIRA - the DOH's COVID-19 information chatbot.Know more about ano nga ba ang government?, how can AI empower the public sector?, how important is a seamless communication loop towards fixing the problems of governance and citizen participation, and the story behind building AI4GOV and KIRA.In this episode:00:43 Ano ang AI4GOV?01:15 Let's start with KIRA...2022-03-1530 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #31: Edusuite - AI-Powered School Management System ft. Niel DagondonNiel Dagondon is the President and Co-Founder at Edusuite.Edusuite is a Philippine-based AI-powered school management system for K-12 to college with a growing number of school partners from Luzon to Mindanao.Know more about the problems of traditional school management systems, how AI comes into play in Edusuite's AI-powered school management system, the story behind the scaling and evolution of Edusuite, and the vision of Edusuite for education technology towards the future.In this episode:00:28 Ano ang Edusuite?02:20 What are the problems with traditional school management systems?06:25 How does...2022-03-0829 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #30: Burket - AI-Powered B2B Marketplace ft. Herbert Bactong, Roy Julian, Jeff TurlaHerbert Bactong is the CEO and Co-Founder at Burket. Roy Julian is the COO and Co-Founder at Burket. Jeff Turla is the CTO and Co-Founder at Burket.Burket is a Philippine-based AI-powered B2B marketplace that intelligently, efficiently, and conveniently connects businesses to suppliers and buyers, enhancing discoverability, savings, and sales.Burket is a DOST PCIEERD 2021 Startup Fund Program grantee and part of QBO's Top 100. Know more about what a B2B Marketplace exactly is, how AI is powering Burket's intelligent matching, how Burket is empowering local MSME's, and some encouraging words as the three...2022-03-0135 minStart Up Podcast PHSpecial: QBO Innovation Hub - Why should a student enter the startup world?QOMPETE: Intercollegiate Technopreneurs Challenge is a competition hosted by QBO Innovation Hub tailored towards student entrepreneurs who are looking to venture into the startup space.QBO Innovation Hub is the Philippines' national innovation hub aiming to develop, grow, and scale our startup ecosystem.Dave del Rosario is the Head of Community & Ecosystem at QBO Innovation Hub.In this Part 2 of our special series with QBO Innovation Hub, we learn more about why students should enter the startup world!To know more about QOMPETE: Intercollegiate Technopreneurs Challenge, check out Part 1! Deadline of...2022-02-2721 minStart Up Podcast PHSpecial: QBO Innovation Hub - Ano ang QOMPETE Intercollegiate Technopreneurs Challenge?QOMPETE: Intercollegiate Technopreneurs Challenge is a competition hosted by QBO Innovation Hub tailored towards student entrepreneurs who are looking to venture into the startup space.QBO Innovation Hub is the Philippines' national innovation hub aiming to develop, grow, and scale our startup ecosystem.Dave del Rosario is the Head of Community & Ecosystem at QBO Innovation Hub.Let's learn more about QOMPETE: Intercollegiate Technopreneurs Challenge! Deadline of applications is March 4. Final pitch viewable online is on March 30.In this episode:00:00 Introduction00:54 Ano ang QBO Innovation Hub?02:33 Ano ang QOMPETE...2022-02-2517 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #29: Pinoy IP Works, Inc. - Protecting Innovators Through Intellectual Property ft. Karl Revelar, Kiia DizonKarl Revelar is Head of IP Valuation at Pinoy IP Works, Inc. Kiia Dizon is Startup Development Lead at Pinoy IP Works, Inc.Pinoy IP Works, Inc. is a spin-off company of Fortun Narvasa & Salazar providing high-quality services related to intellectual property (IP) in the Philippines.Pinoy IP Works, Inc. helps Filipino startups protect their ideas and guides them towards commercialization. Know more about why startups should know more about intellectual property, what IP services do Pinoy IP Works, Inc. provides, how to value an IP, and how intellectual property levels the playing field for...2022-02-2329 minStart Up Podcast PHSpecial: UPCG - Starting Up a Student Business Org & The Business Building BootcampUPCG or UP Consulting Group is a student-run organization in UP Diliman envisioning to be the premier consulting organization providing consulting services to deliver social impact and foster a progressive business culture in the Philippines.BBB or the Business Building Bootcamp is an annual convention that aims to upskill and empower small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs by providing relevant knowledge and skills essential to elevating their business.Alfonso Syquia is the current President at UPCG. River Ramas is the Co-Head of BBB 2022. Caryl Castañeda is the Co-Head of BBB 2022.Let's learn m...2022-02-1918 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #28: Interleukin - Healthcare Virtual Marketplace ft. Laila MarquezLaila Marquez is the CEO and Co-Founder at Interleukin.Interleukin is the leading healthcare platform provider for facilitating simplified procurement and customer management solutions. Interleukin is one of QBO's top 100 providing an e-commerce marketplace for the healthcare sector. Know more about bakit Interleukin?, their virtual marketplace for healthcare sector buyers and sellers, Taal volcanic eruption and the story behind Interleukin (nagkaubusan ng facemasks), and especially what they do during this time of COVID-19 pandemic.In this episode:00:45 Ano ang Interleukin?01:46 Why is the name Interleukin? :D04:15 Interleukin is bui...2022-02-1625 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #27: NutriCoach - Be Mindful of our Diet & Nutrition! ft. Ian Yapjuangco, Fia Batua-MambuayIan Yapjuangco is the CEO and Co-Founder at NutriCoach. Fia Batua-Mambuay is the CPO and Co-Founder at NutriCoach.NutriCoach is an online platform that helps dietitians, nutritionists, and nutrition coaches simplify their work and empowers them to connect and coach clients around the world.NutriCoach is a DOST PCIEERD 2021 Startup Fund Program grantee. Know more about how they received the grant, ano nga ba ang pinagkaiba ng dietitian at nutritionist, how NutriCoach is connecting the ecosystem of nutrition coaches and clients wanting to manage their nutrition, and why do we need to know more about...2022-02-0926 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #26: Uplift Code Camp - Learn Coding from Scratch! ft. Ruffa Carreon & JC AzcarragaRuffa Carreon is a Co-Founder at Uplift Code Camp. JC Azcarraga is a Teaching Professional at Uplift Code Camp.Uplift Code Camp is a Philippine coding boot camp teaching full-stack web application development and short weekend seminars.Uplift Code Camp has run boot camps and short courses through the years, helping their graduates land successful jobs. Know more about how they teach beginner-friendly coding to ANYONE, how they design the programs, the curriculum, and the learning process at Uplift Code Camp, the vision to upskill Filipinos in coding and problem-solving, and why coding?2022-02-0228 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #25: Forent - Super App for a Safe & Fast Renting Experience ft. Jayvee de LeonJayvee de Leon is the CEO and Co-Founder at Forent.Forent is a super app for all your rental needs, providing a safe community for fast and convenient renting transactions every time.Forent got funded recently by Buko Ventures and is growing its community of merchants (rentiers) and users (renters). Know more about the scam that Jayvee experienced which drove him to build Forent, how Forent ensures a safe and scam-free community, Forent's milestones in angel investment and customer experience, and the future of generation rent.In this episode:00:40 Ano...2022-01-2620 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #24: Airship Logistics - Digitalizing Last-Mile Logistics ft. Rachelle UyRachelle Uy is the CEO and Co-Founder at Airship Logistics.Airship Logistics is an end-to-end ready-to-use software for last-mile courier companies.Airship Logistics is the IdeaSpace 2019 winner and 3rd place at She Loves Tech Philippines 2021. Know more about the problems of courier companies that Airship Logistics is trying to solve, "Bakit nga ba importante i-solve ang problema ng logistics industry?", Rachelle's story as an entrepreneur and startup founder, and how they are organically building their subscription-based product by focusing first on their current clients' problems.In this episode:00:37 Ano ang...2022-01-1926 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #23: Dirt Bag - Revolutionizing the Laundry Industry ft. Richard Ebdalin & Kimberly DamlaniRichard Ebdalin is the Founder and CEO at Dirt Bag. Kimbery Damlani is a Co-Founder at Dirt Bag.Dirt Bag is revolutionizing the laundry industry with their "Just One Swipe" Dirt Bag app.Dirt Bag is exponentially growing their sales and customer acquisition, starting from Cagayan de Oro and soon all over the country. Know more about how Dirt Bag makes it more convenient for customers and laundry owners, how they started up and are scaling up, some words of wisdom about entrepreneurship, and their vision of "Laundering in the Age of Digital Transformation".2022-01-1228 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #22: Veniccio Institute - High-Quality Online Music Lessons Worldwide! ft. Marco BalbinMarco Balbin is the Founder and Head Teacher at Veniccio Institute of Music and Arts.Veniccio Institute is offering quality music education WORLDWIDE taught by highly trained professionals.Veniccio Institute is one of the fastest-growing music schools in the Philippines with more than 800 students in 20 countries. Know more about how they conduct online music lessons, some insights on doing business amidst the pandemic, their growth and future plans, and a bit of classical music theory. ;)In this episode:00:47 Ano ang Veniccio Institute?02:32 Can you walk us through how online...2022-01-0526 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #21: Ofoodie - The New Online Food Shopping Experience! ft. JM LiberoJM Libero is the CEO and Co-Founder of Ofoodie.Ofoodie is providing a new online food shopping experience through the Ofoodie app!Ofoodie is one of the fastest-growing startups in Cagayan de Oro empowering food enterprises and the entire food ecosystem. Know more about the Ofoodie app, contactless ordering, their recent milestones, and some perspectives on the food industry especially during this time of the pandemic.In this episode:00:00 Introduction00:36 Ano ang Ofoodie?01:21 What's new with Ofoodie's food ordering technology?05:17 How does Ofoodie ensure: "Less Wait...2021-12-2227 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up Discussion #1: The Future of Retail ft. Omnirio, Benjoys Food Products, and TechTranceOmnirio, Benjoys Food Products, and TechTrance discuss: "The Future of Retail."Luisa Gamboa is Growth Manager at Omnirio. Omnirio is an easy to use and quick to implement omnichannel platform. Omnirio co-organized "The Future of Philippine Retail & eCommerce" with Prosperna and 4Gives at PHSW2021.Benjo Rivera is Business Unit Manager at Benjoys Food Products. Benjoys is "the home of premium bacon ends," providing only the best, safe, tasty, and affordable ulam selections for every Filipino household from Batanes to Tawi-Tawi.Henry Shi is E-Commerce Head at TechTrance. TechTrance is a distributor of consumer...2021-12-2046 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #20: Farm Box - Helping Local Farmers One Box at a Time ft. Lester MendozaLester Mendoza is the CEO and Co-Founder of Farm Box.Farm Box is a social enterprise that has a mission to uplift the lives of our local farmers.Farm Box won this year's DICT Philippine Startup Challenge and entered the National Finals of TAYO 19. Know more about their mission, their business model, their thoughts on the future of farming, and most especially ang kanilang pasabog (hint: NFT game) this December 2021. :)In this episode:00:40 Ano ang Farm Box?01:40 Paano nagwowork ang Farm Box? Ano ang laman ng box?04:32 Ano ang...2021-12-1525 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #19: Quarta (student-led rural fintech ft. Clarence Nieva & Rena Nario)Clarence Nieva, a student from Bicol University, is the CEO and co-Founder of Quarta. Rena Nario, also a student from Bicol University, is the Lead Tech of Quarta.Quarta is a student-led, FinTech startup leveraging technology to bring banking and financial literacy to the rural Philippines. Quarta won in a number of competitions: the Financial Literacy Innovation Challenge by PhilDev Foundation and Cebuana Lhuillier Foundation Inc., and the National S!NERGY Competition by the International Association of Youth and Students for Peace - Pilipinas.We talk about Quarta, their quirky culture, why bring financial literacy...2021-12-0823 minStart Up Podcast PHTRAILER: Ano ang vision ng Start Up Podcast?Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3OM1fve7rqc7bKM1hQxdWgListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BObuPvMfoZzdlJeb1XXVaListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-up-podcast/id1576462394Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/startuppodcastphThis segment is cut from the full episode in partnership with PHSW2021: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80q4F-1FK18Follow for more conversations with Filipino startup founders! 🚀2021-12-0701 minStart Up Podcast PHPH STARTUP WEEK SPECIAL #4: Start Up Podcast REACTS to Philippine Startup Week 2021 (Professional Version)Andrei (Instructor), Erwin (Energy Engineer), Patrick & Lois (Startup Founders), and Janni (Podcast Creator) REACTS and shares about their experiences in the recent Philippine Startup Week 2021!They share:(1) Two events na pinuntahan nila at anong natutunan nila(2) Reflection about the PH Startup ecosystemEvents discussed:(1) Making School Cool Again: The Future of EdTech in the Philippines by Edukasyon.ph(2) Lessons Learned as a late entrant by tawk.to(3) No Code, No Problem: A Primer on No-code and Low-code by No-code Philippines(4) InnovNation by the Department of Information, Communications and Technology...2021-12-0658 minStart Up Podcast PHPH STARTUP WEEK SPECIAL #3: Start Up Podcast REACTS to Philippine Startup Week 2021 (Student Version)Students Jane (UniPi), Joshua (FEU), Shaina (UPLB), and Janni (NTU) REACTS and shares about their experiences in the recent Philippine Startup Week 2021!They share:(1) Bakit sila umattend ng Philippine Startup Week?(2) Two events na pinuntahan nila at anong natutunan nila(3) Reflection about the Philippine Startup ecosystemEvents discussed:(1) Tech Transfer for Universities: Licensing and Establishment of Spin-off Company & Commercialization by BulSU(2) Empowering Climate Resilient Businesses and Communities by Komunidad(3) Startup Pinay Conference by QBO(4) PH Startup Week 2021 Press Conference(5) Improving Healthcare through eCommerce by Interleukin(6) Can...2021-12-0352 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #18: Magwai (sustainable personal care ft. Czar Carbonel)Czar Carbonel is the CEO and Co-Founder of Magwai, a sustainable personal care brand that aims to help protect the ocean through its products.Magwai is part of the Social Impact Accelerator Program of ISIP: Innovations for Social Impact Partnership and have sold 3900+ shampoo bars equivalent to reducing ~13650 100mL plastic shampoo bottles from landfills & oceans. Czar is an ocean & marine life enthusiast, which led her and her co-founder Maffy to start Magwai.We talk about the inspiring motivation beyond Magwai, their sustainable products (reef-safe sunscreens, shampoo bars, and towels), and why it is important to...2021-12-0124 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #17: Pieza (digital marketplace for motorcycle parts ft. Jonecca San Pascual)Jonecca San Pascual is the Founder and CEO of Pieza PH Automotive, a digital marketplace for motorcycle & automotive products.Pieza is one of the top 15 startups that joined the IdeaSpace Philippines 2021 Accelerator Program and is also part of QBO's Top 100 startups this year. Jonecca is also a success & NLP coach, corporate trainer, public speaker, and founder of Advanced Sales Institute.We talk about Pieza, its special features as a digital marketplace, why the motorcycle & automotive industry, and Jonecca's inspiring success story through her various business ventures.In this episode:00:43 Ano a...2021-11-2427 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #16: MeetBit (smart in-email scheduling tool ft. Kirsten Sy)Kirsten Sy is the Chief Product Officer and Co-founder of MeetBit, a smart in-email scheduling tool for sales and marketing teams.MeetBit is trusted by high-impact companies across the globe such as SVEN Group, Workbean, and Draper Startup House, and was also part of UpNext Founders Cohort II. Kirsten is also the president of BYTE: Building Young Tech Entrepreneurs and currently taking BS in Information Technology Entrepreneurship at Ateneo de Manila University.We talk about MeetBit, the pain points they are trying to solve, what makes MeetBit different as a scheduling tool, and some life...2021-11-1723 minStart Up Podcast PHPH STARTUP WEEK SPECIAL #2: Ano nga ba ang startup? (ft. Eunice Braga of IdeaSpace Philippines & QBO Innovation Hub)Eunice Braga is the Head of Marketing and Communications at IdeaSpace Philippines and QBO Innovation Hub. She is also part of the team that's behind the country's largest 5-day startup conference, Philippine Startup Week.In this special episode of the Start Up Podcast in partnership with Philippine Startup Week 2021, we will try to answer one of the simplest but really confusing questions in the startup world: "Ano nga ba ang startup?"Learn more about startups in this very informative and insightful conversation with Eunice. If you want to learn more about Philippine Startup Week 2021, the...2021-11-1228 minStart Up Podcast PHPH STARTUP WEEK SPECIAL #1: Ano ang Philippine Startup Week? (ft. Eunice Braga of IdeaSpace Philippines & QBO Innovation Hub)Eunice Braga is the Head of Marketing and Communications at IdeaSpace Philippines and QBO Innovation Hub. She is also part of the team that's behind the country's largest 5-day startup conference, Philippine Startup Week.In this special episode of the Start Up Podcast in partnership with Philippine Startup Week 2021, we will find out the answer to the question: "Ano ang Philippine Startup Week?"With the theme "Beyond Recovery: Filipino Startups Redefining Opportunity", it is set to bring together thousands of entrepreneurs, students, startup founders, innovators, investors, and key stakeholders all in one...2021-11-1128 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #15: RaceYa (digital enabler for endurance sports ft. Tin Ferrera)Tin Ferrera is the founder of RaceYa, a digital platform and enabler for the endurance sports community.RaceYa has partnered with 45 event organizers in the Philippines and Southeast Asia, enabled 345 events with the biggest being the World Trail Running Championship in Nepal, supporting about 200 brand SKU's in their e-commerce marketplace, and had served 35300 athletes across five countries. Tin transitioned from a corporate worker to a 5k-finisher to a trail runner and now a tech startup founder for the endurance sports community.We talk about how RaceYa is digitally enabling athletes, event organizers, brands, and coaches...2021-11-1025 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #14: FHMoms (e-learning platform for Filipina moms ft. MK Bertulfo)MK Bertulfo is the founder and CEO of FHMoms, an e-learning platform and online community of over 365,000 Filipina women across the world.FHMoms is the Philippines' biggest online platform and support group created by a Filipina mom to help fellow mothers to find jobs through entrepreneurship and freelancing. MK led the community from being a Facebook group to a corporation and social enterprise being run by an all-Filipina team.We talk about entrepreneurship and freelancing, home-based work, the programs and events that Filipina moms can benefit from (e.g., FHMoms Startup Month), and of course...2021-11-0325 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #13: ADAM Tech (engineering for society ft. Jason Pechardo, Ian Baytamo, and Charleston Ambatali)Jason Pechardo, Ian Baytamo, and Charleston Ambatali are co-founders of ADAM Tech, an interdisciplinary group of science, engineering, and humanities professionals formed to create products and solutions for society.Sir Jason (MMM), Sir Ian (ME), and Sir Charleston (EEE), are faculty members from the University of the Philippines Diliman. ADAM Tech is one of the top 10 startups that joined the UPSCALE Incubation and Acceleration Program and now part of the University Innovation Fellowship Program.We talk about using science, engineering, and humanities to solve problems in society, the importance of multidisciplinary perspectives, ADAM Tech's product...2021-10-2729 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #12: Betterteem (employee experience ft. Bo Discarga)Bo Discarga is the founder and CEO of Betterteem, a data-driven employee experience platform for BPO companies.Betterteem is one of the top 15 startups that joined the 2021 acceleration program of IdeaSpace Philippines and has collected $25,000 investment during its pre-seed funding round with Buko Ventures as its primary investor. Bo is an experienced HR & employee experience leader with over 10 years experience in the BPO industry for various companies such as Startek, Accenture, Quantrix, and JPMorgan Chase.We talk about employee experience, human resource management, the BPO industry, mental health, the solutions and services of Betterteem (e...2021-10-2027 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #11: Trash Cash PH (AI-based waste management ft. Benjoe Vidal)Benjoe Vidal is the founder of Trash Cash PH, the app that's using AI and machine learning to turn your trash into items, cash, and rewards.Benjoe has more than 8 years experience as a software engineer and formed the team that won the Impact Hackathon 2019, the largest nationwide hackathon in the Philippines. Trash Cash PH is incubated by Impact Hub Manila and has reached 15000 users from its launch earlier this year.We talk about the different types of plastic, the importance of waste segregation, AI and machine learning, sustainable solutions, and the story of Trash...2021-10-1123 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #10: STAT (online medicine delivery ft. Rameses Morales II)Rameses Morales II is the founder of STAT, the Philippines' first platform for on-demand medicine delivery services.STAT is an online platform for medicine delivery and has reached 2M gross merchandise value since its launch last October 2020. Ram is also the co-founder of Pomodoro Pizza and a seasoned problem solver and serial entrepreneur.We talk about the story behind STAT, medicine delivery, the vision of STAT as a health tech SaaS, employee vs entrepreneurship culture, and STAT's challenges and achievements in the Philippine startup ecosystem. This episode is packed with inspiring words of advice for...2021-10-0425 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #9: Eplayment (gaming fintech ft. Karlos Naidas)Karlos Naidas is the president of Eplayment, a fintech startup serving the needs of Filipino gamers and content creators through the Eplayment digital wallet.Karlos is part of the founding committee for Esports at the SEA Games 2019 hosted by the Philippines and has over 9 years experience in the software industry. Eplayment has over Php 2B worth of payments processed and is now partnered with various fintech, banking, and cryptocurrency companies.We talk about digital banking, esports, computer shops, inclusivity, Dota 1, Axie Infinity, the gaming community, and how Eplayment is empowering gamers and content creators through...2021-09-2727 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #8: Foodsource PH (local food e-commerce ft. Marlon Tong)Marlon Tong is the founder of Foodsource PH, a local food e-commerce platform advocating world-class Filipino products.Marlon is a BS Computer Science graduate from DLSU and an IT professional with a passion for food. Foodsource PH started back in 2015 and now has over 350 local food products available online.We brainstorm on the following questions: 1) Bakit hindi masyado sinusuportahan ng mga Pilipino ang local food products? 2) Bakit may Japanese, Korean, Thai cuisine, pero hindi sikat ang Filipino cuisine? 3) Kung may pagkain na magrerepresenta sa Filipino food, ano? We went on a foodtrip memory lane (nakakagutom...2021-09-2025 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #7: Chatuto (chat-based learning ft. Ayeza Pamintuan)Ayeza Pamintuan is the founder of Chatuto, a chat-based learning platform for board exam takers available in Facebook Messenger.Ayeza is a college instructor at ACCESS Computer College. Chatuto is part of the UPSCALE Innovation Hub's Incubation and Accelerator Program and is also featured in the UPSCALE Startup Showcase app.We talk about learning styles, chatbot technology, experiences in the UPSCALE Innovation Hub's Incubation and Accelerator Program, and of course, why Chatuto?Learn more about Chatuto at: https://www.facebook.com/chatuto.chat and https://chatuto.com.2021-09-1323 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #6: metaHealth (health think tank ft. Jason Alacapa, MD & Paul delos Trinos)Jason Alacapa, MD (CEO) & Paul delos Trinos (CTO) are co-founders of metaHealth, a health technology think + do tank and trailblazer of health technology assessment (HTA) in the Philippines.Jace is a John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health professional doctorate researcher and Obama Foundation (Asia Pacific) Leader. Paul is a Scientia PHD Scholar for health economics at the Kirby Institute, UNSW Australia. MetaHealth is the first HTA-focused consulting firm in the Philippines providing healthcare solutions to various stakeholders: government, pharmaceutical firms, private hospitals.We talk about the scientifically proven cost-effective interventions for COVID-19, the state...2021-09-0628 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #5: Hive Energy PH (solar power stations ft. Amiel Camingal)Amiel Camingal is the founder of Hive Energy PH, manufacturer of solar power stations providing uninterruptable power supply with clean and sustainable energy.Amiel is a graduate of BS Electronics Engineering in Bulacan State University. Hive Energy PH was part of the New Energy Nexus Clean Energy Startup Program and was also featured in Bayan Mo, Ipatrol Mo for providing electricity to underserved communities.We talk about the problem of power interruptions in the Philippines, renewable energy, climate change, and especially Hive Energy PH's products, stories, and technologies.Learn more about Hive Energy...2021-08-3024 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #4: Cropital (farmer lending and investment ft. Ruel Amparo)Ruel Amparo is the founder of Cropital, a crowdfunding platform enabling investors to provide financial support to smallholder farmers in the Philippines.Ruel is a graduate of BS Industrial Engineering in UP Diliman and a Forbes 30 Under 30 (Finance Asia) honoree. Cropital was part of the Malaysian Global Innovation and Creativity Center's (MaGIC) ASEAN Accelerator Program and awarded Philippine Social Enterprise of the Year at the Philippine Rice Bowl Startup Awards 2016.We talk about the state of agriculture in the Philippines, the plight of our smallholder farmers, how financing can impact food security and farmers' quality...2021-08-2326 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #3: Digest (digital legal platform ft. Raymond Rodis)Raymond Rodis is the founder of Digest, a one-stop-shop for Philippine legal services making law more accessible to the Filipino people.Raymond is a corporate lawyer and has also founded another successful multi million consultancy company -- ASPIRE Consultancy Services. Digest has reached two thousand active users per day in its dedication to make legal services affordable, convenient, and responsive to Filipinos.We talk about Digest and its purpose, features, and motivations, the essence of law, AI and legal services, as well as: "Kung may isang batas lang sa Pilipinas, ano yun at bakit?"2021-08-0927 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #2: Saliksik (research curation and crowdfunding ft. Jill Manapat)Jill Manapat is the founder and chief saliksiker of Saliksik, a research curation and crowdfunding platform that aims for more efficient innovation adoption in society.Jill is a part-time lecturer and founder of the Humanitarian Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and Design (HEED) course and research group in the University of the Philippines Diliman. Saliksik is currently partnered with DOST, delivering the research efforts of HEI's in Region 10 for the benefit of the people.We talk about the state of research in the Philippines, the value of research in society, humanitarian engineering, and transitioning from a full-time assistant...2021-07-2625 min
Start Up Podcast PHStart Up #1: FoPo (food powder innovation ft. Gerald Marin)Gerald Marin is the founder of FoPo: Food Powder, a startup that solves the food waste problem and advocates sustainable production.
Gerald studied Management of Applied Chemistry in Ateneo and joined the Erasmus Mundus Masters in Food Innovation and Product Design in France, Ireland, Italy, and Sweden. FoPo won awards in the Ben & Jerry's Our Core Crowdfunding Campaign, Thought for Food Summit in Portugal, and AgTech FoodTech Summit in Germany.
We talk about FoPo's story, its conception and motivation, science education and studying abroad, sustainable innovations, and the startup's greatest successes and challenges.
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