Nine high-potential startups recently took center stage at Endeavor Philippines’ Scale Up Program Demo Day, held in partnership with Kickstart Ventures at Area 55. The event showcased the innovative solutions of BuildHub, EDGE Tutor, Expedock, GoRocky, Humble Sustainability, Kwik Insure, Mayani, Remotify, and Zendease by 1Export to a discerning audience of investors, mentors, and industry leaders.
“Through this program, we aimed to build stronger, scalable businesses while fostering collaboration among entrepreneurs, mentors, and investors,” said Manny Ayala, Managing Director of Endeavor Philippines. “The incredible progress we’ve seen from this cohort is a testament to the power of the multiplier effect and the impact high-potential entrepreneurs can have on our ecosystem.”
The Scale Up Program, renowned for its practical and founder-centric approach, guided participants through eight intensive modules designed to accelerate business growth. Key program highlights included:
- Scale Up Myself with George Royeca of Angkas
- Scale Up My Team with Steve Sy of Great Dealshttps://www.greatdealscorp.com/
- Scale Up My Product with Dexter Ligot-Gordon and Swarm
- Scale Up My Operations with Jaime Gonzalez-Fernandez of Pickup Coffee
- Scale Up My Customers with Patrick Gentry of Sprout Solutions
- Scale Up My Tech with Solutions Architects of Amazon Web Services
- Scale Up My Finances with ER Rollan of Growsari
- Scale Up My Investors with Paulo Campos of Kaya Founders, and the investment teams of Foxmont Capital Partners, Gentree Fund, Gobi-Core, Kickstart Ventures, and Wavemaker Partners
- Curated consultation sessions with the partners of Bain & Company, Patricia Buenaventura Nichol, Yukiko Tsukamoto, and Bennett Aquino
Each session provided tailored advice from seasoned entrepreneurs and industry experts, empowering participants with the tools to overcome challenges and scale their ventures. Notably, all speakers were Endeavor Entrepreneurs and Mentors, sharing firsthand insights and practical strategies.
The Demo Day showcased the startups’ innovative solutions through 5-minute pitches, highlighting their business models, growth potential, and aspirations. The event concluded with a networking session, fostering connections between founders, investors, and corporate executives to explore collaboration and investment opportunities.
To commemorate their achievements, participants received a copy of “Crazy is a Compliment,” reinforcing the importance of bold thinking and resilience in the entrepreneurial journey.
Endeavor Philippines envisions the Scale Up Program as the country’s premier scale-stage support program. It aims to empower high-potential founders to scale their businesses effectively while fostering a culture of mentorship and giving back to the community.
Upon completing the program, alumni continue to receive support through the Scale Up Alumni Network. This network provides ongoing access to Endeavor’s global network of mentors, investors, and experts. Additionally, alumni are considered for Endeavor’s Global Selection Process, opening doors to even broader growth opportunities.
“The ultimate goal is to nurture these founders, enabling them to reach their full potential, inspire future generations of entrepreneurs, and create a ripple effect in the entrepreneurial ecosystem,” said Ayala. “By supporting individual companies and contributing to the long-term development of a thriving startup ecosystem, Endeavor Philippines is driving innovation and economic growth in the country.”