Hustleshare

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. 

This episode is brought to you by Aspire, Uno Digital Bank and Dragonpay

For show notes, go to Hustleshare.com

Hustleshare is powered by Podmachine

Listen to our brand new podcast: Founders Only HERE

Diamond Supporters: Sarisuki, PayMongo, SeekCap, Shoppable Business, Qapita, GoTyme Bank, Sprout Solutions

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

This episode is brought to you by Uno Digital Bank and Dragonpay

For show notes, go to Hustleshare.com

Hustleshare is powered by Podmachine

Listen to our brand new podcast: Founders Only HERE

Diamond Supporters: Sarisuki, PayMongo, SeekCap, Shoppable Business, Qapita, GoTyme Bank, Sprout Solutions

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

This episode is brought to you by Uno Digital Bank and Dragonpay

For show notes, go to Hustleshare.com

Hustleshare is powered by Podmachine

Listen to our brand new podcast: Founders Only HERE

Diamond Supporters: Sarisuki, PayMongo, SeekCap, Shoppable Business, Qapita, GoTyme Bank, Sprout Solutions

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. 

This episode is brought to you by Sprout Solutions, Dragonpay, UNO Digital Bank

For show notes, go to Hustleshare.com

Hustleshare is powered by Podmachine

Listen to our brand new podcast: Founders Only HERE

Diamond Supporters: Sarisuki, PayMongo, SeekCap, Shoppable Business, Qapita, GoTyme Bank, Sprout Solutions

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

This episode is brought to you by Sprout Solutions, Dragonpay, UNO Digital Bank

For show notes, go to Hustleshare.com

Hustleshare is powered by Podmachine

Listen to our brand new podcast: Founders Only HERE

Diamond Supporters: Sarisuki, PayMongo, SeekCap, Shoppable Business, Qapita, GoTyme Bank, Sprout Solutions

Links: 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marc Concio – founder and CEO of KITA, an agricultural technology startup based in the Philippines and has secured $3 million in seed funding, making it the biggest seed round in the nation this year. Established in early 2020, KITA uses data to digitize the entire agriculture supply chain, providing some of the newest hotel and restaurant chains in the Philippines with fresh fruits and vegetables. He speaks candidly about the complexities of the agricultural supply chain, the innovative strategies to stabilize markets, and how technology can lead to more informed agricultural decisions. 

From the nail-biting acquisition of 88DB to the birth of Resellee and his impressive ascent in the broadband industry, Mark’s stories are a testament to the grit needed when pitting against e-commerce behemoths.

This episode is brought to you by Sprout Solutions, Dragonpay, UNO Digital Bank

For show notes, go to Hustleshare.com

Hustleshare is powered by Podmachine

Listen to our brand new podcast: Founders Only HERE

Diamond Supporters: Sarisuki, PayMongo, SeekCap, Shoppable Business, Qapita, GoTyme Bank, Sprout Solutions

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discover the power of sourcing as we delve into the journey of Sourcy's founder, Karl Chan. Explore Sourcy's cutting-edge approach to captivating its customer base, focusing on the middle market and using a blend of referrals, targeted business development, and digital marketing. With AI at its core, Sourcy aims to streamline sourcing processes, promising businesses the ability to find products swiftly, affordably, and seamlessly. Join us as we explore Karl's determination to digitize global B2B sourcing and international trade, ultimately simplifying the complexities of sourcing from overseas.

This episode is brought to you by Sprout Solutions and Dragonpay

For show notes, go to Hustleshare.com

Hustleshare is powered by Podmachine

Listen to our brand new podcast: Founders Only HERE

Diamond Supporters: Sarisuki, PayMongo, SeekCap, Shoppable Business, Qapita, GoTyme Bank, Sprout Solutions

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zahra Zanjani is the co-founder and COO of Cubo Modular – a company that aims to provide sustainable, affordable, and dignified housing for all by creating and producing bamboo house kits. Listen in as Zara shares her captivating origin story, tracing the influence of her first-generation entrepreneur parents and their remarkable hustle, which has left an indelible mark on her drive and ambition. Discover how her family's legacy of hard work and innovation has fueled Cubo Modular's mission to revolutionize the construction industry with sustainable, efficient housing solutions.

This episode is brought to you by Sprout Solutions and Dragonpay

For show notes, go to Hustleshare.com

Hustleshare is powered by Podmachine

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jules Veloso and Andrew Bercasio of ITOOH Homestyle shares their journey of creating the best online marketplace to source Filipino furniture. Jules and Andrew will share their respective hustles that started in Marketing and PR. They will also share how they progressed in their careers and created their first businesses. Jules and Andrew also shares what caused them to create ITOOH and how they grew over the pandemic along with how they raised funding from several incubators and accelerators.

This episode is brought to you by Sprout Solutions and Dragonpay

For show notes, go to Hustleshare.com

Hustleshare is powered by Podmachine

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aya Shlachter of MGS Group joins us in this episode to share her inspiring journey as an Filipina architect who made an achtitectural empire in the US designing for big retail brands. Aya will share her early exposure to entrepreneurship through her parents and how she hustled when she decided to move to the US to study and pursue architecture. She also shares why she chose to go back in the Philippines and build her company here while servicing clients in the US. Aya also shares the incredible grit she had to muster to make MGS Group the thriving company that it is now.

This episode is brought to you by Sprout Solutions, Shoppable, and Dragonpay

For show notes, go to Hustleshare.com

Hustleshare is powered by Podmachine

Listen to our brand new podcast: Founders Only HERE

Diamond Supporters: Sarisuki, PayMongo, SeekCap, Shoppable Business, Qapita, GoTyme Bank, Sprout Solutions

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.