SiGMA Asia Speakers

Alejandro H. Tengco

Chairman

PAGCOR

David Meltzer

Founder

David Meltzer Enterprises

In his early 20s, David Meltzer quickly rose to the top of his game in the business world, becoming a millionaire. David lectured around the globe and saw rapid success in every business project he touched. But something was missing, and in his 30s as a multimillionaire, he went on a rapid downward spiral that ended in bankruptcy. It was only then that David realized, in order to revive and thrive, he needed to codify what had made him successful in the first place. He has since emerged to realize even more rewarding heights of success in business and life. David Meltzer has created a platform that uses four overarching principles—gratitude, empathy, accountability, and effective communication—and these principles have allowed him to communicate and mentor everyone from college students to c-suite executives. These four principles in everyday practice allow David to live by his mission to “make a lot of money, help a lot of people, and have a lot of fun.

Josh Yugen

CEO / Publisher / Miss Universe Franchise Owner

YUGEN Group

Stephen Crystal

Founder & CEO

SCCG Management

Stephen A. Crystal has spent over 32 years in all aspects of the casino, gaming technology, iGaming, sports betting, eSports, and sports entertainment industries. He has served as an attorney representing public and private gaming companies; a Las Vegas casino owner and gaming executive employing thousands of employees; and an investor and advisor on over 2 billion dollars of project finance, mergers, and acquisitions in the casino, gaming technology, iGaming, sports betting, eSports, and sports entertainment verticals. Steve received his undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College in 1987 and his Juris Doctor degree from American University in 1992. He is licensed to practice law in Missouri (1992) and the District of Columbia (1993). He served as one of the youngest State Representatives in New Hampshire State history and ran campaign strategy for numerous Presidential, Senatorial, and Congressional campaigns across the USA!

Sabrina Co

CEO

ATIN PERFUME

Sabrina Co: A Trailblazer Redefining Fragrance at Just 26 Sabrina's entrepreneurial journey began at the young age of 17 when she embarked on a quest to challenge the status quo of the fragrance industry in the Philippines. Armed with a passion for innovation and a deep appreciation for the art of scent, she founded ATIN, driven by her unwavering belief that fragrance should be a truly personalized experience. Despite her age, Sabrina possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise that extends far beyond her years. She combines her innate creativity with a deep understanding of cutting-edge technologies to create a seamless blend of tradition and innovation. This unique approach has given birth to a range of bespoke scents that resonate with individuals on a deeply personal level. Sabrina Co's journey as the founder of ATIN is an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs and fragrance lovers alike. Her fearless pursuit of innovation, commitment to sustainability, and unwavering dedication to personalization have cemented her as a trailblazer in the fragrance industry. With Sabrina at the helm, ATIN continues to redefine the way we experience and embrace scents in the modern era.

Hon. Christopher V.P. de Venecia

Congressman District Representative Pangasinan, 4th District

Member of the House of Representatives of the Philippines

Maria Margarita Nograles

COO

Tourism Promotions Board

Michele Gumabao

Sports & Youth Advocate

Michele is a professional volleyball player and coach. She is a sports and youth advocate. She is the ambassadress of our Philippine National Police and an adopted member of the PNP Academy. Michele is a motivational speaker and a fierce motorcycle rider.

Alwell Mulsid

Chief of Cyber Incident Response Section

Philippine National Computer Emergency Response Team, Cybersecurity Bureau of the Department of Information and Communications Technology

Hon. Javier Silvania

Curacao Minister of Finance

Gillian Pua

Director of Marketing & PR

BreederDAO

With over 5 years of experience in brand and business strategy, management, development and consulting across different industries, Gillian Pua currently leads the Marketing and PR department of BreederDAO, a blockchain project that focuses the end-to-end supply chain of virtual items for games and virtual worlds to unlock the value of virtual economies. Before joining the world of web3, Gillian was a brand manager for top multinational FMCG firms in the Philippines and independently consulted for various companies in F&B and Tech. At BreederDAO, Gillian oversees the brand strategy, PR and community building of the firm.

Jenna “Jenner” Ilao

Web3 Metaversity Product Lead

YGG Pilipinas

Hailing from web2 esports where she contributed to the Philippines’ major esports campaigns, Jenneer is now making waves in web3 as the lead for Web3 Metaversity, the YGG Pilipinas education initiative. Building bridges and forming collaborations with different institutions, student organizations and communities, Jenneer leads the program that provides a pathway to earning opportunities in the web3 space. Whether individuals are new to web3 or seasoned enthusiasts, her goal is to facilitate their journey as they pursue their passions in this industry. She does this through education, upskilling, and advice on future career opportunities.

Jared Dillinger

Pro Athlete & CEO

Daredevil Media

16-years Professional Athlete, Entrepreneur, and Content Creator. Founder of Daredevil Media, Head of PBA Esports, and Head of Influencer Marketing and Business Development at Gala, Ambassador of Razer Inc., Co-Host and Founder of “Let It Fly Podcast".

Richard Armstrong

Venture Partner / Media Creator / Actor

TA Ventures

Richard is a British-Thai international actor, social media influencer and Venture Partner at TA Ventures based in Southeast Asia, he is adept at identifying promising ventures in emerging markets, with a particular emphasis on consumer technology and marketplaces. With over five years of experience in startups and venture capital, Richard has a rich background on the creator and media side and is a two-time founder. His expertise in media and technology has led him to become an Angel Investor in over 70 companies worldwide. Richard's specialty lies in guiding founders with go-to-market and marketing strategies. Possessing a robust global network and being a true global citizen, Richard's primary focus is on nurturing and leading TA Ventures' efforts in early-stage deals across burgeoning markets like Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa.

Stephy Bergado

Social Media Manager

YGG Pilipinas

Stephy is an aspiring content creator who loves playing web3 games as well as MOBA games like League of Legends: Wildrift and Mobile Legends. She started as an Axie scholar, became a marshal for the YGG community, and is now a full-time Social Media Manager for YGG Pilipinas. Beyond the gaming world, she has a passion for the arts. She channels her creativity into wearable pieces like press-on nails, which she hopes to integrate into NFTs.

Arci Munoz

Actress

NDM studios

Giu Comia

Key Opinion Leader

Growth Catalyst

Content Creator, Public speaker, & Independent Artist. Before being a Content Creator & a Public Speaker in the Web3 Industry, He has been full time into the entertainment industry as a Professional Singer, Actor, Host and also a mainstream content creator in mainstream social media platforms. He then got an opportunity to learn about Web3 through friends & social media that started with investing, trading Crypto, Flipping NFTs & and eventually Web3 gaming where he wanted to purposefully share the opportunity in WEB3 through documenting his journey in social media which eventually evolved into the mission of onboarding people from Web2 to Web3 through simplifying things for any person to understand and recently represented the Philippines as a speaker of one of the most prestigious events in web3 which is NFT.NYC 2024 this year. He’s also able to enter the mainstream world again by launching his own NFT music that is a mix of tradional music & his web3 field which contributes to his mission on onboarding more people from Web2 to Web3.e mainstream world again by launching his own NFT music that is a mix of tradional music & his web3 field which contributes to his mission on onboarding more people from Web2 to Web3.

Gerry Go

Founder & CEO

MagniViral 360 Performance Branding Co.

Gerry Go is a distinguished figure in the realm of Web3 projects, NFTs, games, and IRLs (In-Real-Life events), renowned for his roles as a content creator, actor, and model. With a particular emphasis on these innovative initiatives, Gerry has orchestrated impactful marketing campaigns, utilizing his influence to advance Web3 projects in the Philippines. His expertise in KOL and affiliate marketing seamlessly bridges digital and physical realms. Gerry's commitment to innovation and authenticity has solidified his position as a significant contributor to the Web3 landscape, inspiring enthusiasts and driving projects forward. In addition to his professional endeavors, Gerry is an active member of the Bored Ape Yacht Club community, participating in the vibrant discussions and activities within this renowned NFT collective. Moreover, his influence extends globally; he was invited to represent Southeast Asia and the Philippines at the prestigious NFT NYC event. Additionally, Gerry has been part of successful IRL campaigns, leveraging his expertise to create engaging experiences that bridge the digital and physical worlds, further enhancing his impact in the Web3 community.

John Sedano

Campaign Director

YGG Pilipinas

John Sedano is the Community Marketing Lead for YGG Global and Campaign Director for YGG Pilipinas, with over 10 years of experience in developing communities and multimedia marketing. He is a serial gamer, on a quest to deliver gaming into the next generation of player-owned economies and web3 games.

Gabe Norwood

Basketball Veteran

PBA

Gabe Norwood, a distinguished basketball veteran, has extended his influence beyond the court with his creative pursuits. He has also made a mark as the creator of Cager Clash Manga. Additionally, as a host of the Let It Fly Podcast, he continues to engage and inspire fellow basketball enthusiasts.

Sol Mercado

Former Professional Athlete

PBA

Former professional athlete turned serial entrepreneur and co-host of the "Let It Fly" podcast.

Nick Hill

CEO

PremierChain

Nick Hill is a distinguished figure in the iGaming realm, boasting over 20+ years of expertise in various roles within the industry. Notably, he served as the Chief Commercial Officer at EveryMatrix, a prominent gaming operator and platform provider. In this capacity, Nick demonstrated an exceptional understanding of the gaming landscape, coupled with a keen foresight into emerging trends. Nick's illustrious career includes spearheading the development and launch of the first fully automated sportsbook, pioneering unique processing products, and orchestrating content aggregation platforms that harness innovative technologies. These endeavors have endowed him with unparalleled insight into the evolving needs of the gaming sector. Drawing upon his extensive experience, Nick has turned his attention to leveraging cutting-edge technologies to address the industry's pressing challenges. As the CEO of PremierChain, he has championed the integration of blockchain technology, distributed ledger technology (DLT), artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning to tackle issues ranging from supply chain management (SCM) to responsible gaming (RG). Additionally, Nick has been instrumental in initiatives aimed at fostering cashless casinos, combating anti-money laundering (AML), enforcing know-your-customer/business (KYC/B) guidelines, and enhancing player protection measures. Nick's visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to innovation continue to shape the future of the iGaming landscape, positioning him as a trailblazer in the industry.

Tin “Suzy” Gamboa

Radio DJ

Magic 89.9

Tin Suzy Gamboa, also known as Suzy from Magic 89.9, is more than just a seasoned radio DJ and media personality – she is a dynamic sports announcer and a proud host of the Let It Fly Podcast. She is enriching the listening experience for all sports enthusiasts.

Eric M. Gottschalk

President & CEO

United City FC

Dr Jane Thomason

Emeritus Chair

World Metaverse Council

George Wong

Country Manager – Philippines, Malaysia & Indonesia

The Sandbox

George Wong is the Country Manager of the Philippines, Malaysia & Indonesia at The Sandbox, a leading decentralized virtual world and a subsidiary of Animoca Brands. Concurrently, he’s the Founder of Reactive Labs, a blockchain advisory. Prior to this, he has ventured more than 20+ start-ups from retail to publishing, most notably in the artistic, investment and blockchain space. He has managed a variety of investment-related firms, supported the growth of a regional investment community, and even successfully completed an ICO in 2018.

Amira Al Alawi

CMO

Ivana Skin PH

Pavel Dergachev

Co-Founder & Advisor

4H Agency

Mariya Spartalis

Founder

Spartalis Capital

Renz Gonzales

Head of Business Development

PropellerAds

Nikita Gorshkov

CEO

Mancala Gaming

Angel Sueiro

COO

PH Resorts

Daniel Long

CCO

Qtech Games

Alex Czajkowski

OG

PlayersToday

Truman Chia

CEO

K36

Kapil Dhiman

Co-Founder & CEO

Quranium

Co-Founder and CEO of Quranium – world’s first Quantum-secure Hybrid DLT, shielding the world of Digital Assets from the growing threats of Quantum Computers. Former Web 3.0 leader at PwC India and an award-winning CEO who crafted the Metaverse Startup of the Year 2023 from scratch, Kapil Dhiman is a seasoned leader with over 11 years of global, diversified experience dealing with enterprises, government bodies, startups and funds. A distinguished global speaker and author, Kapil has also helped over 20 startups in the Web3 ecosystem with their GTM and Product strategies.

Simon Eaton

CEO

SJE Consulting

Patrick Poirier

CEO

Smooth Fund

6 years in artificial intelligence. 6 Years in Crypto & DeFi. Just launched a $10M Crypto Fund. Main expertise in tokenomics and market making

Samuel Fagbamigbe

CEO

Wealt

Samuel Fagbamigbe is a renowned tech entrepreneur and strategic advisor, specializing in the application of AI and cultural influence to drive business growth. His expertise has been recognized globally, with speaking engagements at prestigious conferences like WeMakeFuture, Sigma, Leap. A former board member for the Black Employee Resource Group at TikTok and a partner at Unicorn Nursery, Samuel's influence extends beyond the tech industry, privileged to interview Mark Cuban, Kevin o,Leary, Jay Shetty, Shou Chew and more

Christopher Rodil aka Prof Toff

Business Development Manager

Bitget

Known as Prof Toff, a WEB3 content creator and a recent speaker at NFT.NYC2024 regarding NFTs and their success in the Southeast Asian region, Prof Toff currently serves as a Business Development Manager for Bitget. He has been speaking about the basics and importance of blockchain and AI technology in the local scene at the top schools here in the Philippines through the Blockchain Student Alliance of Bitskwela. He continues to collaborate with renowned Key Opinion Leaders in the field to raise awareness and foster the development of various businesses through content and community partnerships in the country.

Olga Yaroshevsky

Managing Director

AIBC

Gijung Kim

Founder & CEO

Coxwave

Gijung Kim is the Founder and CEO of Coxwave, a leading AI Analytics and Evaluation company. He was recognized in the Forbes Korea 30 under 30 list in the Deep/Enterprise Tech category. Gijung holds a degree in mathematics from New York University and has conducted AI research at Seoul National University.

Jen Bilango

Country Manager

Coins.ph

Jen is the Country Manager of Coins.ph, the leading licensed exchange platform in the Philippines with over 18 million users. She drives innovation within Coins.ph by forming local and global partnerships, bringing trusted crypto projects to their users.

Nelson Tung Lumbres

Co-Founder

ICP HUB Philippines (ISLA Camp)

With over 15 years of hands-on experience in driving growth and refining core value propositions across diverse sectors including banking, telecommunications, and marketing, I bring a wealth of expertise to the table. My forte lies in crafting innovative strategies that seamlessly adapt to the ever-evolving market dynamics and customer demands. As the co-founder of ISLA Camp ICP.Hub Philippines, I find myself at the forefront of a groundbreaking industry, fervently leading the charge towards the future of Web3 development in the region. Collaborating closely with a dynamic and skilled cohort of developers, entrepreneurs, and investors, I am dedicated to spearheading transformative projects on the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) platform. I firmly believe in the transformative potential of technology, the strength of collaboration, and the imperative of forward-thinking approaches in shaping the future landscape. Let's connect and embark on a journey to drive innovation, foster growth, and create value together.

Klen-Kristofer Kaljulaid

Portfolio Manager

Yolo Investments

Klen-Kristofer serves as a Portfolio Manager at Yolo Investments. He’s studied entrepreneurship and business management and has a master’s degree from University of Tartu in marketing and financial management. Having helped co-found and run a startup of his own, Klen has the knowledge and skills to help grow new startups to greater heights and guide them in their journey. Before joining the financial world, Klen-Kristofer was a professional judo player, among the top 30 athletes in the world.

Michael Charlton

Asia Pacific Director

Entain Group

Krystelle Galano

Vice President Public Relations

UsCrypto

Marek Suchar

Co-Founder & Head of Partnerships

Oddin.gg

Marek started his career in financial services where he held senior and managerial roles in various areas including business development and sales. His passion for esports brought him to the industry, specifically to the betting vertical. Leveraging the newest technologies at Oddin.gg, Marek aims to significantly improve the engagement within esports betting and build partnerships that will shape the future of esports and esports betting. Marek regularly speaks on topics around esports betting at industry conferences such as SBC, ESI, SIGMA, ASEAN and others.

Kris Galloway

Head of iGaming Product

Sumsub

Ramon C. Garcia Jr.

Executive Chairman

DFNN

Ramon is a distinguished professional renowned for his expertise in negotiation and his adeptness at forging strategic partnerships between public and private entities. With a focus on adapting to rapidly changing environments, he excels in developing and implementing innovative solutions that yield tangible business results. As the Honorary Consul to Portugal since 2022, Ramon showcases his diplomatic acumen and international standing. Holding executive positions at DFNN, Inc. and iWave, Inc., he has demonstrated leadership in developing scalable IT platforms and providing software consultancy to financial institutions. Co-founding GlobalTradex (GTX) in 2021, Ramon bridges traditional and decentralized spaces in the digital asset exchange realm. Additionally, his roles as a Director at Asia Defense and Armaments Corporation and as a Governor of the Philippine Stock Exchange, Inc., underscore his significant contributions to various sectors. Ramon's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from De La Salle University and further studies at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. With his extensive experience and negotiation prowess, Ramon drives innovation, economic growth, and international collaboration with remarkable impact.

Pranati Pandit

Advocate

MMB Legal

Jayden Sage

CEO

Global Crypto Council

Bhavesh Parthi

Managing Director

Oppa Asia

Amor Maclang

Convenor

Digital Pilipinas

Amor Maclang is the pioneering Digital Economies Ecosystem Builder in ASEAN leading the charge as the Convenor of Digital Pilipinas, Digital ASEAN and Philippine Fintech Festival and the Co-Founder in One ASEAN Fintech Movement. As the first Filipina to win the Global Fintech Leadership Awards in the Singapore Fintech Festival in 2022, she’s been a leading advocate of connecting the ASEAN Digital Economies with active programs in Africa, Europe, BRICS, Central Asia, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Hong Kong. She has recently been appointed to partnerships for the leading educational arm for Fintech, the Global Fintech Institute in Singapore and the G100 Global Chair for Digital Economies and Literacy. Co-Founder of her “23-year-old startup” GeiserMaclang, the leading communications and public relations companies in the technology space.

Tomasz Korecki

Founder

Eleo.ai

Experienced Investor, Business Angel, Mentor, and Advisor with 25 Years in Finance and IT. Specializes in Investments in New Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and Investor Software. Notable Investments include Eleo.ai, AIStart (Startup accelerator), Exeria (Benzinga Fintech Award Winner), and Revenue Capital. Holds an MBA and a Master's in Applied Mathematics.

Marcello Reis

CCO

AnSpacePay

Navneeth Srinivas

Co-Founder

MetaGame Services

Myrtle Anne Ramos

Founder & CEO

Block Tides

Myrtle Anne Ramos, CEO, and Founder of Block Tides, boasts a remarkable profile as a Key Opinion Leader for CoinMarketCap, Official Binance Live & Feed Creator, and Forbes Business Council Official Member. With over 12 years of expertise in technology, advisory, branding, marketing, public relations, business development, and growth, Myrtle has significantly impacted the Blockchain, Web 3, Cryptocurrency & Metaverse industries. As a Filipina serial entrepreneur and angel investor, she has led multi-awarded companies like Block Tides and contributed to successful ventures such as PlaceWar. Myrtle's educational background includes graduating as a scholar from Draper University for Blockchain & Entrepreneurship powered by Tezos. Currently advising numerous Blockchain and Tech companies, she holds a position on the Global Advisory Board of the International Council of E-Commerce. A recognized figure by the US Federal Government, US Army, National Security Agency, Committee on National Security Systems, the FBI, Microsoft, IBM, and the United Nations, Myrtle Anne Ramos is esteemed in the industry.

Cyrel P. Nicolas

SEO Manager

DevOpt Web Development Services

Ellen Frojd

CEO

SmartRecruitment.com

Frank Schuengel

Gambling Licensing Specialist

Manavia

Kurt Quartier

President

Tyche Gaming International

Kurt Quartier, born in Ostend, Belgium, developed a passion for the gaming business after a journey which started in 1990 when joining Sun City, in South Africa. Having held several management positions with Sun International, he moved to Greece in 1995 to join Casino Magic, a US based operator, to open the first privately owned casino resort in Greece. Here he became Operations Manager, responsible for both the Hotel and Casino side of the business. In 1997, he embarked on a 14-year career with IGT, which saw him become VP – International Casino Markets, responsible for the overall business in Europe, Africa, Latin America and Asia. Since 2012, Kurt through his company Tyche Gaming International has been consulting to Premier Operators and Suppliers assisting them with the adoption of new technologies.

Mel Robles

Vice Chairman & General Manager

Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office

Tim Nguyen

Director

Fortuna Investments Worldwide

Tim is recognised as one of the most innovative marketeers of casino gaming in IndoChina. Having worked for some of the largest and most profitable casinos in Cambodia and Vietnam, he not only understands player needs but is able to build a strategy to attract and retain them for the long term. Tim is Vietnamese and fluent in English, Mandarin and Khmer, he has intimate knowledge of the Vietnamese gaming industry in the areas of marketing, operations and regulations as well as human resources.

Dan Morrison

Director of New Business

Fast Track

Dan is a seasoned leader with over a decade of experience driving growth and innovation in the technology and gaming industries. Currently serving as the Director of New Business at Fast Track, Dan excels in building and nurturing client relationships, spearheading new initiatives, and driving revenue growth. Prior to his role at Fast Track, Dan held key positions within the industry, where he demonstrated his expertise in commercial strategy and leadership. With a track record of success, Dan brings a wealth of strategic vision and operational expertise.

Arthur Tan

Founder & CEO

FilLiquid

Bringing 15 years of expertise in finance, investment, and technology, Arthur had successfully exited a tech startup, former financial advisor at one of Singapore’s largest IFA firms overseeing US$50M in assets. In the Web 3 space, he previously championed a Web 3 venture studio and currently serving as CEO of FilLiquid, a pioneering DeFI protocol on the Filecoin network.

Andrei Beu

CCO

Gamingtec

Kirill Nekrasov

Head of Betby.Games

Betby

Kirill started his journey in the iGaming industry as a live trader in the esport department, creating unique odds. With a background of over 10 years in the industry, he has led key departments in renowned betting and gambling companies in the CIS region. He is currently heading Betby’s esports division, Betby.Games.

Harmen Brenninkmeijer

Managing Partner

NYCE International

James Davies

CCO & Operation Manager

Wicked Games

Christoffer Fröberg

CEO

Cubeia

Christoffer has been a part of the Gambling Industry for almost two decades both as an operator and as a solution provider in multiple international roles within National Monopolies, Charity Lotteries and Commercial Licensed Operators. Apart from that Christoffer has also been partner in Nordic Management and Strategy Consultancy firms and a teacher at the Stockholm School of Economics.

Konstantin Shirokov

CEO

Yoki Finance

Konstantin is a passionate advocate for decentralization and a prominent figure in the Web3 community. As the founder of Yoki Finance, he pioneers innovative solutions like the Web3 subscription payments gateway, drawing from his marketing and product management expertise.

Yuliia Haliuk

Head of Influencer Marketing Department

Melbet

Xavier Murtza

CGO

Xprizo

Stephanie Tower

Country Lead

nChain

A global business and communications strategist based in Manila, she advocates for digitalization through blockchain technology, aiming to advance transformation in the Philippines across government, enterprise, academe, and the private sector. With a communications degree and executive training from the Wharton School, she leverages over 10 years of diverse experience spanning operations management, media production, marketing, branding, data analytics, and more. As a former journalist, she has covered the blockchain industry since 2015, interviewing industry leaders globally. Now focused on organizing events to connect industry leaders, She is committed to shaping the nation's digital future and fostering international collaboration. Currently enrolled in the BSV Academy, she is dedicated to learning about Bitcoin Theory and BSV Blockchain for Enterprises, eager to contribute to the ongoing digital transformation.

Roberto Tayag

CEO for Asia Pacific

CyberQ Group

An experienced security professional with over 15 years of experience in the industry. Helped several clients in their information security journey by helping them build their security operations capability. Has experience in building and running security operations. Including capabilities in threat intelligence and threat hunting merging the 2 ideas together. He has led projects on use case development and fine tuning to increase efficiency and effectiveness of security monitoring dealing with both reactive and proactive rules and activities. He also has extensive experience in Professional Services, in running a service and building the team and enhancing the capability. Has years of experience in incident handling and how this can help clients in their security posture armed with knowledge of ethical hacking and years of Malware analysis and reverse engineering.

David Brian Dacanay

AVP

Tier One Entertainment

Comprehensive strategic marketing, sales and business development experience spanning over a decade in the media industry. Proven track-record of driving growth and efficiency with tenures at prestigious multinational ad agencies, Dentsu and Group M, and invaluable startup experience having held a regional role in global sports media property, ONE Championship.

Atty. Isaiah San Miguel

Scholastic Partnerships Manager

AcadArena

Bringing esports and gaming to campuses around the Philippines. Practiced corporate litigation and labor law for 7 years, now focusing on helping Philippine campuses understand esports and gaming, build their programs, and train the next generation of student gamers to turn them into leaders, breadwinners, scholars, and champions.

Penny Chai

VP of Business Development APAC

SumSub

Penny joined Sumsub as Vice President of Business Development, APAC in April 2023. She is a skilled sales and business development professional with a focus on building lasting partnerships and driving growth in the APAC region. Prior to her role at Sumsub, Penny was the Director of Global Partnerships at predictive cryptocurrency risks and intelligence platform Merkle Science. Here, she was responsible for forming strategic partnerships and developing indirect business opportunities. Additionally, she was Channels Director, APAC at Jumio and Head of Channel Management for SEA, Korea and AEC Micro Focus, overseeing partner relations and new business pipelines. Penny has also held several senior marketing roles, including APAC Marketing Director at McGraw-Hill Education, Marketing Director – APAC at both Zebra Technologies and Intermec Technologies and Regional Director at the Dell Global BV.

Jennifer Joy Subang

COO

AgriDOM Solutions Corp.

Jennifer Joy C. Subang, an influential figure at the helm of SF Group of Companies as Chief Operating Officer, boasts a rich tapestry of experience spanning various sectors. Her professional journey traverses through the realms of advertising, software development, and agriculture export, where she has excelled in multifaceted roles. In 2010, alongside her husband, Dominador L. Subang, Jennifer embarked on a visionary path, co-founding a range of enterprises dedicated to importation, distribution, trading, service contracting, and technology conversion. Their ventures span across agriculture, construction, and e-commerce platforms, shaping industries with innovation and foresight. As an unwavering advocate for the integration of technology in agriculture, Jennifer champions the cause of smart farming practices. In this event, she will illuminate her path, sharing insights gleaned from applying cutting-edge technology to enhance farm productivity. She fervently believes in its transformative power for personal, business, and educational advancement of the agriculture industry in the country. Join Jennifer as she charts the course towards a future where technology such as AI and agriculture converge for sustainable growth and prosperity.

Abdul Mikael

COO

AND Solutions

Completed MSc. in Big Data Management and Analysis. He holds BSCH as Software Developer and am interested in Data Science. Mr. Mikael is also the Founder and CTO of Clinica, Mongolia's first ever Telemedicine application.

Christo Georgiev

COO

FinScore

Christo Georgiev is the Country Manager and Chief Operations Officer of FinScore, an alternative credit scoring and data analytics firm servicing both the Philippines and Indonesia. FinScore is a wholly-owned subsidiary of CTOS Digital Berhad, the holding company of ASEAN's leading credit reporting agencies. With a decade of experience in operations and management, Christo has led FinScore since 2019. Under his leadership, FinScore's 'Alternative Credit Evaluation (A.C.E) Portal' won 2nd prize in the Global Category at the SFF Global FinTech Awards 2021, recognized by the Monetary Authority of Singapore and the Singapore FinTech Association. Christo is passionate about creating societal impact and alleviating pressing imbalances in the Philippines and the broader APAC region using innovative technologies like Web 3.0, AI, and decentralized identity. Before joining FinScore, he managed operations in the highly innovative and dynamic iGaming industry, specializing in digital payments, assets, and currencies. Outside of work, Christo keeps both mind and body sharp through reading, martial arts, squash, and traveling.

Kien Bui

Solution Architect

BytePlus

Rafael Sindiong

Senior Presale Manager

Wiz Ai Technology

14 Years of Executive Leadership in Strategy Program and Project Management specializing with Transitions/Migrations, Finance Transformation, Artificial Intelligence and Automation. 1. Has delivered more than 3000 FTEs in the Finance Accounting Sector in the BPO Sector 2. Integrated one of the first inbound talkbot AI system here in the Philippines 3. Helped establish the outbound talkbot autospeech recognition outbound call with more than 15 partners that 4. Established one of the first AI Quality management system that can improve the KPI measurement from 10 days to just 1 hour

Chezka Gonzales

Founding Vice-president for Internal Affairs

Blockchain Council of the Philippines

Chezka Gonzales VP for Internal Affairs Airbus A320 Pilot , Philippine Air Force Reservist , Philippine Blockchain Week & Women of Substance Founder As the VP for Internal Affairs at the Blockchain Council of the Philippines, Chezka plays a key role in overseeing and enhancing the organization’s internal operations and communication. She focuses on fostering a cohesive and productive work environment, ensuring efficient coordination among different teams, and contributing to the overall growth and success of the council.

Kristoffer Anthony Patron

President

Cash Ko Technology Inc.

With over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, I have developed a passion and expertise for leveraging technology, digital assets, and strategic partnerships to achieve business goals. My core competencies include business development, digital marketing, customer experience, and fintech solutions. My roles in senior management allowed me to lead multiple projects and initiatives that aimed to optimize business operations through technology. I have a proven track record of establishing and growing relationships with key stakeholders, creating and executing digital strategies, and delivering innovative and scalable solutions that enhance customer value and satisfaction. I am also an avid learner and advocate of emerging technologies such as Fintech blockchain technology, AI, and the IoT, and I enjoy sharing my insights and perspectives on various platforms. My personal mission is to foster a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about shaping the future of finance through innovation.

Patrick Kinghorn

Consultant

Pronet Gaming – Asia

Alex Leese

CEO

Pronet Gaming

Karl von Brockdorff

Head of Brand

Wicked Games

Roanna Jamir

Client Services Manager

HCM Nexus

Former CNN Philippines News Anchor & YouTube Host for Gaming Network UserGamesTV.

Dr Donald Patrick Lim

Founding President

Blockchain Council of the Philippines

Atty Mark Gorriceta

Managing Partner

Gorriceta Africa Cauton & Saavedra

Brian Poe Llamanzares

Co-Founder

Artifract

Paul Soliman

Co-Founder, CEO & CTO

Bayanichain

Ida Tiongson

Director for Ethics & Governance

Blockchain Council of the Philippines

Mikhail Jon Penalosa

Marketing Director

Saakuru Labs

Mikhail is a Super Affiliate, Media Buyer and Entrepreneur with over 16 years of experience. Managed more than $30 Million of ad spend as an affiliate and marketing lead of 100+ clients across the globe. Currently manages 500+ affiliates, streamers and agents in igaming. Also helps build massive adoption in web 3 for leading consumer centric L2 protocol – Saakuru Labs.

Yifan He

CEO

Red Date (Hong Kong) Technology

Yifan He, the founder and CEO of Red Date Technology, obtained his bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from SUNY at Stony Brook and MBA degree from MIT Sloan School of Management. Mr. He founded his first internet company in 1998 and started equity investment since 2005. Mr. He has over 20 years of experience and expertise in the fields of information technology, investment and corporate management.

Brady Hiscox

Chief Information Security Officer

Orange and Bronze Software Labs

Brady is an accomplished and certified data protection and privacy officer with extensive experience in the security industry. With a career spanning 30 years, he has successfully led multiple global government data and physical security design and implementation projects, specializing in enterprise technology, casino and resort technology as well as software development ranging using a wide range of programming languages from C to Java. Specialties: Business Development, Data Security, Physical Security, Networking, Risk Management, Contingency Planning, Infrastructure Planning, IP CCTV, Software Development, Project Management, Project Planning.

Aideen Shortt

Advisor

Curaçao Gaming Control Board

Richard Mifsud

CEO

Xprizo

Gerald Oo

CTO

Huodunyun

Vaibhav Khandelwal

Director – Fraud Prevention APAC

Group-IB

Lawrence Ferrer

President & CEO

Bayad

As the President and CEO of Bayad, the country's biggest and widest multi-channel payment platform, Lawrence leads the organization's full transition to a full-service Fintech company. His mission is to provide accessible, convenient, and secure financial solutions to millions of Filipinos, especially the underserved and unbanked segments. He has more than 20 years of solid experience in product ideation, business development, channel and brand management, and digital payments and products. Mr. Ferrer have spearheaded several globally recognized innovations, such as Smart Money, Smart Load, Smart Padala, and PayMaya. He has also established strong connections with industry leaders, technology enablers, financial institutions, and regulators. He is passionate about leveraging technology and innovation to create positive social impact and financial inclusion.

Patricia Arro

Lead Contributor

Polkadot SEA

Patricia has extensive blockchain experience, with over 6 years in community marketing and operations. She leads Polkadot initiatives in Southeast Asia, activates communities, works closely with local Web3 leaders, and successfully enhances Polkadot's community reach and connectivity.

Erik Hellqvist

Co-Founder

Eastrock Valley Solution

Started in the industry in 2005 working for European operators such as Betsson and Unibet. Today helping Eastrock Valley to establish their Asia operations.

Yu-Sien Low

Head of Moloco Ads Business – SEA and ANZ

Moloco Singapore

Yu-Sien Low is the Head of Moloco Ads business for South East Asia (SEA) and Australia & New Zealand (ANZ) at Moloco Singapore. She plays a key role in growing Moloco’s business in the region and has deep expertise in partnering with digital marketers to achieve critical business objectives such as user acquisition and re-engaging past users to maintain loyalty. Prior to her current role, Yu-Sien was the Head of Account Management for Greater China and SEA at Moloco. She has 17 years of experience in advertising technology companies like Criteo and Google with roles encompassing digital marketing strategy, growth and account management, as well as display and search advertising in ad technology and programmatic advertising.

Ron Xing

Principal Solution Architect

YugabyteDB

Ron is currently working at YugabyteDB as Principal Solution Architect. He has a deep understanding of IT infrastructure and platforms focusing on key aspects of data solutions. He has been helping regional and global payment providers to modernize their tech stacks and deliver a seamless payments experience to their customers.

Samir Ceric

Chief Operating Officer

Blocksport AG

Samir Ceric is a C-level executive in a number of tech and financial institutions; former senior executive in finance, telecom and aviation industries; former Chairman of football club; investor and serial entrepreneur with 25+ years’ experience in Asia, Western Europe and the Balkans region; author, mentor, philanthropist, board member, competition judge, public speaker (including London Business School TEDx), alumni member of George Soros Foundation, The Open Society, guest lecturer and mental health campaigner focused on blockchain technology and innovation in the fields of sport, finance, investment and creative industry; aiming to create more transparency and openings in these industries for high level investments including a better ‘fit’ between start-up / scaleup and investment (private and institutional) words; involved with a number of by-invitation only investment clubs including Mayfair Investment Club co-founded by Ceric. Ceric holds Masters in Mathematics obtained at University of Bologna, Italy, and University of Sussex, UK, is currently a PhD candidate (in blockchain), speaks 4 languages and is a former elite athlete, having won the England National Championships in handball. Ceric is married to a renowned fashion designer and has 3 children. Results-proven, growth-oriented and globally accomplished leader with repeated success in multiple industries and markets, expanding international footprint, building shareholder value, driving vision and achieving critical strategic goals. Successful M&A and restructuring track record. Ceric appeared live on ITV, BBC, NBC News, N1 (regional CNN), Al Jazeera, FACE TV, FTV, BH Radio as well as in articles in The Times, The Financial Times, The New York Times, Reuters, Time Out London, the Guardian, The Sunday Times, Vogue Italia, Vogue UK, Madame Figaro. He’s been labelled as one of the ‘UK’s Most Powerful People in Art & Fashion’ by the Times Magazine and ‘London’s Top Tastemaker’ by Time Out London. Ceric regularly attends business and investment conferences in Europe and Asia as a panellist and moderator.

Alex Tolsuzov

Key Account Manager

Raketech

Satya Mahapatra

Gaming Consultant

ROIIM.com

Satya is a growth & revenue consultant in the Gaming industry. With 20 years of experience in strategy, marketing & branding he has launched and managed successful businesses in the e-commerce and gaming industry targeted to Indian, North American, EU & UK markets. He was a key stakeholder at Gamesys and Party Gaming and instrumental in anchoring the growth of Junglee Games in India.

Brycan Dayao

VP for Global Operations

Amused Group

Kristoffer Briones

Managing Director

Block Dojo Philippines

Toffer Briones is the Managing Director for Block Dojo Philippines, a UK-based incubator for Blockchain startups. He subscribes to the principle that "the best way to predict the future is to create it.” He is committed to contributing to the development of the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem by bringing his 11+ years of experience from venture-builders, management consulting, digital transformation, and leadership development.

Jason Sarria Solis

President – Emerging & New Business

WadzPay

Jason Sarria Solis has over 20 years of experience in technology and Fintech, spanning from founding and scaling a successful telecom startup in the UK to leading digital banking, embedded finance, and blockchain projects in Asia. Jason is passionate about driving financial innovation and disruption with blockchain and has been involved in the space since 2016 as an independent investor, ICO advisor, and business leader. He is currently focused on areas such as Stablecoins, DeFi, NFT's, cross-border payments, alternative payments, and venture funding. His journey in blockchain started in 2016 with a first BTC purchase, and he started working full time in 2019 in the space. Prior to joining WadzPay he has worked with Ripple where he led the CBDC, Stablecoin and Tokenization business in APAC and interim CEO role for DeFi solutions for Filecoin miners. He holds a Honors degree in Business from University of Hertfordshire and an MBA from London School of Economics. With his entrepreneurial and growth experience, Jason will spearhead strategy, product development and go to market for the Stablecoin solution set at WadzPay. He will focus on delivering innovative solutions that meet the needs of our users and drive the company's growth.

Andy Jongsun Jeon

COO

Winn Tech

Sam Sadi

CEO

LiveScore Group

Sam Sadi has over 25 years of experience as a CEO, working across betting brands and sports books, before becoming CEO of LiveScore Group in 2019. Since taking the hotseat just before the pandemic, Sam has overseen huge growth, with annual revenue leaping from approximately £10m to over £200m. The success stems from a unique strategy to connect each arm of the business, creating an ecosystem which delivers everything a sports fan desires under one trusted brand.

Ritch Traballo

Co-Founder & CEO

NexHire

Ritch is the co-founder and CEO of NexHire, a platform revolutionizing how emerging tech startups find talent through a referral-driven approach. With two years of experience as a freelance recruiter and a strong background in sales, management, and marketing, Ritch is dedicated to making recruitment faster and more efficient with AI. He is also one of the leads of Web3PH that aims to onboard Filipinos into the Web3 space.

Emiliano Sanchez Garita

CCO

Mancala Gaming

Aravind Srinivasan

Co-Founder & CEO

Redim Group

Aravind Srinivasan is the CEO and co-founder of Redim Group, a leading technology company specializing in innovative solutions for the iGaming market for 20+ years. With a deep passion for technology and a vision for the future of digital integration, Aravind has positioned Redim Group at the forefront of the industry, helping businesses across various sectors to modernize and optimize their operations.

Crystal Nadal

Head of Sales – Asia

Yolo Group

Crystal Nadal brings 10 years of experience in the online gaming industry, focusing on bridging the rest of the world with Asia. In her role as Head of Sales Asia at HUB88, a part of the YOLO Group, she has gained extensive knowledge in B2C and B2B sectors, sports betting, RNG game development, and reselling. She is valued for her extensive network and reputation among her peers.

Puneet Singh

Innovation & Digital Strategy Lead Products & Transformation

PwC India

Julian Goffin

Co-Founder & CEO

Alunafi

Todor Minev

CEO

TokaCity

Yuliya Khrenova

Head of Compliance & DPO

iGaming Academy

Jaime Debono

CEO

iGaming Academy

Jaime Debono has over 11 years of experience within the gaming industry. He co-founder the iGaming Academy in 2015 with a mission to develop and deliver industry specific and regulatory training for operators and suppliers in all major jurisdictions. Today the iGaming Academy is the largest training provider in the industry, training over 60,000 staff across 100s companies each year. In April 2024, SiGMA Group has announced it has acquired a majority stake in iGaming Academy which is set to greatly complement their current portfolio by embedding various forms of industry education throughout SiGMA’s global event schedule and online network.

Julia Panina

Head of Product Marketing

EvenBet Gaming

Joe Pisano

Founder & CEO

Jade Group of Companies

Joe is the Founder and CEO of Jade Entertainment and Gaming Technologies, which was founded in the Philippines in 2009 and is now a Pan-Asian supplier of Gaming Technology and service provider. Joe was the former International Project Manager for Automatic Totalizators Ltd, Director for Business Development Asia-Pacific of IGT, and Executive Director and Senior Vice President of Entertainment Gaming Asia (formerly known as Elixir Gaming Technology). Jade Group has service and support offices in the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Macau, and Sri Lanka. The Jade Group is involved in Land-Based Product Distribution, Sports Betting, and Online Operations. Jade serves as the bridge between Land-Based and Online Gaming. Joe’s gaming experience includes Systems, Slots, Lotteries, Sports Betting, Fantasy Skill Games, and Totalisators. Joe obtained his Master's Degree in Business and Technology at the University of New South Wales, Australia. He has over 40 years of experience in global gaming technologies.

Dr Sara Al Madani

The Emirati Entrepreneur

Sara Al Madani is also called "Dr." Sara Al Madani, owns a restaurant, is a fashion designer, a tech-preneur, and an entrepreneur. She got the idea to start her own business when she was 15 years old. They chose her because of her success as a young businesswoman and entrepreneur. Sara was asked to encourage women in the UAE to be more active and confident in order to be successful in business. Sara is a well-known speaker at many universities, colleges, and institutes. She is known for her creativity and hard work. Sara Al Madani started speaking in public and gave keynote speeches at more than 182 events from 2016 to 2018. She was recently on the first season of the reality TV show "Real Housewives of Dubai." On June 1, 2022, her show started.

Katerina Shepetenko

Managing Partner

Legal Pilot

Vlad Utikalov

Head of Affiliates

Bets.io

Torben Friis

Managing Director

Match Liquidity DMCC

Anton Golub

Venture Partner

Full Stack VC

Anton Golub is a Venture Partner at Full Stack VC and a strategic advisor to Pazar and SwissAssetDAO. Anton is a founder of flovtec, a Swiss market-maker, Trust Square AG, a pre-eminent blockchain hub located in Zurich, and Lykke Corp, a crypto exchange.

Tejinder Kumar

Group CCO

Kyrrex

Tejinder Kumar is highly experienced and technically minded senior manager with over 17 years of experience in sales, fintech and online trading industry with a proven track record of building, scaling and managing high performing retail and institutional teams for traditional finance and crypto start ups. Deep understanding of the trading industry, worked in FX, CFDs and Equities sector with a strong interest in Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, CEX, DEX, DeFi, various blockchain platforms and various consensus methodologies (Mining, PoW, PoS).

Mauricio Carrillo-Palacio

Chief Strategy Officer

GlobiancePay

Wong Wei See

Head of Sales APAC

Group-IB

Wei See brings two decades of IT experience, half of which were dedicated to cybersecurity. She's been serving major corporations like HP, Oracle, F5, and Microsoft. Currently leading APAC Sales at Group-IB from Singapore, she's known for driving top-tier sales teams for the past decade.

Keith Marshall

Chief Philanthropy Officer

SiGMA Foundation

Keith is known around the island as an energetic, fun-loving, fund-raising force of nature! A Pharmacist by profession, helping others is in his blood and this is reflected in his many successful philanthropic ventures – including his personal “Kilimanjaro Challenge” pet project, which raised an eye-watering €1million towards various causes in Ethiopia and Kenya. He can usually be found halfway up a coastline trek, or handing over a giant cheque to a charity or, when he is able, getting his hands dirty in a small village building something useful for the community. In his own words: “It is their right and our duty.

Mariusz Gąsiewski

CEE Mobile Gaming & Apps Lead

Google

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