At Echelon Philippines 2025, Adriel Yong, Co-Founder and COO of Clout Kitchen, sat down with Vince Yamat, Managing Director of 917Ventures, to unpack how the corporate venture builder powers innovation for Globe Telecom.
Over six years, 917Ventures has assessed more than 1,200 ideas, launched 36 companies, and grown 13 active portfolio firms. Fintech stands out as a core strength, with ventures like GCash expanding financial access for underserved communities across the Philippines.
Yamat also shared why 917Ventures prefers building companies from the ground up rather than acquiring them, enabling greater control and long-term value creation.
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