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Amy Williams

CEO of AB Unlimited Worldwide, Inc

CEO of AB Unlimited Worldwide, Inc., a boutique Marketing Resource Agency serving Fortune 500 brands, top marketing agencies, and educational institutions with premier promotional products, apparel, and event graphics. Known for her focus on building emotional connections between brands and consumers, she has guided AB Unlimited to remarkable growth since its inception, scaling to $1 million in its first year and $2 million by year two. An accomplished litigation attorney, who volunteers her expertise in fathers' rights custody cases and serves on national and international boards, including the International Baton Twirling Federation, where she plays a key role in Olympic recognition efforts for the sport. Her achievements have been honored with multiple U.S. Congressional Recognitions for leadership and community service.

Andrea Ocampo

Global Storytelling Expert and Media Visionary

Andrea is a brand-building expert, television host, and producer known for crafting impactful stories. Her career includes work with the NHL, NFL, WWE, Travel Channel, Disney World, Bloomberg, and Univision. As the founder of HBU Media, Andrea helps brands amplify their voices and transform into industry leaders. A proud Colombian, her diverse perspective bridges cultures. Andrea has been named one of the Top 20 Women in Business and won two Telly Awards. She’s currently a senior field correspondent and producer for Health Uncensored with Dr. Drew. Andrea’s dedication to storytelling redefines media, proving each story’s power to connect and inspire.

Ankana Carpenter

Entrepreneur, Inventor, Forthcoming Author & Corporate Executive

Ankana is the founder of Mom Executives and a forthcoming author who helps working mothers navigate the corporate ladder, excel at work while living a fulfilling life as a mother. As the owner of 4 businesses, and with over two decades in corporate world, spanning continents & industries, Ankana recognizes the challenges faced by working mothers firsthand and is a staunch advocate for women’s rights, particularly in the workplace.

Brian Poe Llamanzares

Author and Public Servant

He holds a Ph.D. in Public Administration from the University of Perpetual Help and a Master's in Liberal Arts, Climate and Society from Columbia University. He has also received education from prestigious schools such as Wharton, Harvard, and MIT. He was the Chief of Staff for Senator Grace Poe and Chairman of the FPJ Panday Bayanihan Foundation. He recently graduated from the Master's in National Security Administration for Senior Executives at the National Defense College of The Philippines. He co-chairs the strategic communications committee of the Army Reserve Command and advises the PNP's Aviation Security Group, strengthening our nation's aviation security and military communications. A Trustee at the Blockchain Council of the Philippines and has been elected Chairman of the Global AI Council's Advisory Board. Author of "A Sustainable Future," published by Manila Bulletin, Brian is committed to helping Filipinos tackle climate change head-on.

COL FRANCEL MARGARETH A. PADILLA

First Woman Spokesperson of the Armed Forces of the Philippines

A Philippine Military Academy "Sanghaya" Class of 2000 alumna, serves as a commissioned officer in the Philippine Army's Signal Corps. With 27 years of distinguished service, her roles span study, research, teaching, and administration. A former Presidential Security Group member, she provided VVIP protection and led the Covid-19 Task Force's Information Systems as the Head Executive Assistant to the Chief Implementer. Colonel Francel commands the 7th Signal Battalion in Northern Luzon, advancing innovations in Command, Control, Communications, and Cyber systems. Recognized globally, she earned the 2023 Global Cybersecurity Woman Leader of the Year, and honors as a Top Woman in Security. As the first female Armed Forces spokesperson, she is a Certified Ethical Hacker, advocate for gender and peace, development trainer, and devoted mother. Her “Cyber for Peace” initiative was featured in International Cyber News, underscoring her impact in military and cybersecurity fields.

Erika Glenn

Keynote Speaker, C Suite Executive, and HealthCare Visionary

A sought-after Keynote Speaker, C Suite Executive, and HealthCare Visionary dedicated to inspiring the next generation of forward-thinking professionals. In this talk, Erika reveals 3 powerful questions to help you identify what success truly means to you and ultimately know - when enough is enough. Through her professional speaking engagements, board member guidance, and leadership coaching, Erika has helped Fortune 500 companies achieve their clinical and financial goals and outcomes. From empowering industry data usage, fueling AI technology, and improving the overall quality of life, Erika is on a mission to help others recognize that the impossible is possible. Her journey is a testament to the fact that it’s possible to create meaningful change in the world and the lives of others. Erika has lived in the trenches of the healthcare industry, overcoming her own health struggles, and is now here to show professionals that setbacks are not the end but rather the beginning.

Felix Asuncion

Visionary Entrepreneur and Dynamic Leader

A visionary entrepreneur and dynamic leader, Felix Niño T. Asuncion is the CEO of Asuncion Family Ventures Inc., a company rooted in innovation, empowerment, and social impact. As the founder of the Capampangan Food Caterers Association Inc. and an award-winning author of Always Forward: The Story of Perseverance, Felix champions the values of resilience, purpose, and faith-driven entrepreneurship. Recognized as one of the Honorees of Ten Outstanding Young Filipino Influencers & Asia's Visionary Leader in Empowered Entrepreneurship in 2024, Felix is committed to empowering individuals and communities through mentorship, sustainable business practices, and leadership initiatives. With a career defined by a passion for culinary medicine & arts, empowered entrepreneurship, and community development, Felix inspires others to transform challenges into opportunities and lead with impact.

Frank Elaridi

4x Emmy-Winning Journalist and Hosts the Quite Frankly Podcast

A 4x Emmy-Winning Journalist and hosts the Quite Frankly podcast. Listen to real and raw conversations with thought leaders, wellness experts, and celebrities who share their stories and offer practical insights. Having covered everything from natural disasters to the Academy Awards, Frank Elaridi switched gears to become a highly sought-after life coach with an emphasis on helping people clear negative emotions and subconscious beliefs that keep them feeling stuck. Frank Elaridi co-authored the Modern Nirvana Oracle Deck published by Chronicle Books. A sensory experience inspired by avant-garde '80s fashion, The Modern Nirvana Oracle Deck includes a guidebook and 50 beautifully illustrated cards. Each card provides an inspiring quote, ageless wisdom for our modern lives, meditation practices, and a mantra designed to further activate the intentions within the cards. His YouTube channel (40 million views / 180,000 subscribers) is centered around wellness and spirituality.

Gail Macapagal

Founder, Women in Blockchain Philippines and 100 Most Influential Women on LinkedIn

Gail, Country Director of DynaQuest Technology Services Inc. and Chief People Officer of DTaka, is a blockchain leader with 22 years in IT/BPO, starting as a call center agent. A Certified Blockchain Expert, she founded Women in Blockchain Philippines and serves on the boards of the Blockchain Council of the Philippines, HIMAP, and Humanity. Named one of LinkedIn’s 100 Most Influential Filipino Women (2021-2023) and a Hall of Famer, Gail is a DICT IT-BPM industry ambassador, advocating for blockchain and women’s empowerment worldwide. She earned the 2022 Rising Women in Crypto Power List, Women in Fintech Power List as the only Filipina, the Philippine Blockchain Champion award, and HIMAP Sheroes in 2023. In 2024, she received the Miss Probinsyana Icon Award and Empowered Filipina Women Leaders of Change. Pioneered the "Empowered Children: From Street to School NFT Collection," directing funds from NFT art by street children to their education, transforming lives through blockchain.

Imelda "Ida" Tiongson

Governance and Fintech Advocate

With over 22 years of experience in banking, holding senior roles at National Australia Bank and Philippine National Bank. In 2007, she was pirated to lead a multi-billion SPV company she is connected up to this day, Opal Portfolio Investments, in charge of turning around businesses and distressed assets. Ms Ida is a key figure in Philippine Fintech. She also serves as an independent board director for multiple publicly listed companies and multinational companies. She is Vice Chairperson of the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD Ph) and Trustee of Womenbiz Ph, Blockchain Council of the Philippines, and Fintech Alliance Ph. She has also been a Committee member and Governance Chair of BSP's Open Finance Oversight Committee Transition Group. She also lectures at the Institute of Corporate Directors on Digital Transformation, Risk Management, and Managing Businesses with Fintech and is a Lecturer at Ateneo Graduate School.

John Wolf

Art Advisor and Consultant

John Wolf Advisory was founded in 2009 with a mission to assist private clients and corporations in creating outstanding collections of fine art. Demystifying the art world for private clients and educating them in all aspects of the art market is of paramount importance. By cultivating an environment of trust, built on authentic and genuine care, John can match clients with the right piece of art and build collections perceived to have been acquired over decades. A full-service art advisory firm, John Wolf and his associates also consult for the interior design trade and curate within the non-profit sector.

Moza-Bella Tram

Distinguished Speaker, Author, and CEO

Moza-Bella is a distinguished speaker, author, and CEO, dedicated to helping professionals find authentic fulfillment and success. With over 15 years in healthcare and two decades in business development, she hosts the digital TV show “Lessons from Failures” in San Diego and New York. Featured in Forbes and Yahoo Finance, Moza-Bella combines expertise and empathy, drawing from her book “Luxury in YOU” to inspire audiences globally. Pioneering the 10X movement in Vietnam, which empowers individuals and businesses to overcome challenges, achieve higher levels of success, and unlock their full potential.

Nicolle Lafosse

Crypto Attorney and Founder of Law and Pixels

Nicolle Lafosse is a crypto attorney and founder of Law and Pixels, dual-barred in Washington D.C. and Honduras. Known for her expertise in Web3, NFTs, and blockchain, she is pioneering AI-driven legal innovation, currently developing software to connect individuals with attorneys and improve legal analysis. Nicolle advises crypto startups, supports DAO formations, and navigates regulatory challenges in DeFi and blockchain, focusing on SEC issues. Dedicated to LATAM inclusion, she empowers the Spanish-speaking community in Web3. An NFT investor and sought-after speaker, Nicolle envisions technology democratizing legal access. Outside of work, she enjoys freestyle acrylic painting, surfing, and outdoor sports.

Niyc Pidgeon

Positive Psychologist, Life Coach, & Best Selling Author

Niyc is a keynote speaker, life coach, Founder of the Positive Psychology Coach Academy, and best-selling author of Now Is Your Chance, and One More Day. She is fascinated by the exploration of what it is that commonly stops people - and what it really takes to become Unstoppable.

Noel Samson

Visionary Emerging Tech Leader and Digital Innovator

Emmanuel is a visionary leader with 28+ years in marketing, 30 years in IT, and deep expertise in "Internet+Digital Economy" models. His entrepreneurial ventures span Asia, Europe, and North America. Since 2017, Emmanuel has focused on Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology. As co-founder of Impero Group, he leads transformative tech projects and partnerships, including the Offshore Blockchain and FinTech Solutions (OBFTS) Group in collaboration with AFAB. In 2024, Emmanuel launched DTaka, the Philippines' first blockchain-powered e-wallet, aiming to reshape the digital lifestyle for Filipinos. He’s also a founding member of the Blockchain Council of the Philippines, contributing to business relations, policy, and advocacy initiatives.

Rebecca Simon

HR Consultant, Operations Strategist, and Business Coach

Through her talks, consulting services, and strategic guidance, Rebecca Simon empowers visionary entrepreneurs and business owners to elevate their companies, allowing them to step out of the daily operations and into their desired role as CEO. Her forward-thinking approach and passion for staying ahead of industry trends have led to clients experiencing significant cost reductions, improved productivity, and enhanced employee engagement. She believes change doesn't happen in comfort zones but in the realm of bold decisions and courageous leaps forward. Rebecca is on a mission to remind the world that the freedom you crave is closer than you think.

RJ Ledesma

Award-Winning Master Host, Serial Entrepreneur, and Publisher

The Consul of Monaco to the Philippines. A renowned SME entrepreneur, he is an Agora Awardee for Excellence in Entrepreneurship and an Accredited GoNegosyo Mentor. His work with Mercato Centrale (a food business incubator) earned multiple accolades, including the 2019 Asia CEO Awards' SME Company of the Year and the 2020 First Mansmith Innovation Award for Business Model Innovation. In 2023, he received the De La Salle Alumni Association Achievement Award for Entrepreneurship. As co-founder of EnterPH and Easy Franchise, he revolutionized market entry consulting and online franchising. A Hall of Famer 3-time Best Male Emcee at the Aliw Awards, RJ is also a National Book Awards finalist with six best-selling books. He holds a double degree from De La Salle University and a Master’s in Real Estate Development from MIT, where he delivered the first Asian valedictory speech. RJ hosts Bright Ideas on Bloomberg Philippines/One News and Philippine Realty TV on CNN Philippines.

Rosalind Lee

CEO or Rola AI

Rosalind is the CEO of ROLA.ai and is a Statistics Advisory Board member of the Census and Statistics Department, the Government of HKSAR. She has an MSc in Finance and is pursuing MSc in Machine Learning and Data Science from Imperial College London, she has a BSc in Economics and Statistics from University College London. She also considers herself a boxer.

Shivani Gupta

World's Only Engineer turned Entrepreneur Turned Educator

The World's Only Engineer-Turned-Educator, Shivani is an award-winning entrepreneur, speaker, coach, and author with a passion for engaging talent. As the first woman in her lineage to work, she moved from India to Australia at the age of 11. Over the past 21 years, she has presented to over 250,000 people across 19 countries, worked with more than 1,500 leaders, and authored eight books. She has successfully scaled several businesses to over $1 million and achieved a notable exit from a business she grew from $0 to $5 million.

Tasha Ho-Sang

Certified Parent Coach, Speaker, Forthcoming Author, and Mom of Three

Tasha Ho-Sang is a certified parent coach, speaker, forthcoming author, and mom of three, passionate about helping parents foster deeper connections with their children. Through her work, Tasha empowers families with the tools to build meaningful relationships that have life-changing and even life-saving impacts. Drawing from her personal experiences, she emphasizes the importance of communication, trust, and emotional well-being in parenting, providing actionable insights that resonate with audiences.