At Echelon Philippines 2025, a panel moderated by Twwo Jaruthassanakul of Seedstars explored the evolution of the country’s venture ecosystem.
Speakers Joan Yao of Kickstart Ventures, Joseph de Leon of Manila Angel Investors Network, and Paulo Campos III of Kaya Founders reflected on how the once-fragmented startup landscape has matured into a more cohesive and dynamic ecosystem. Growth has been fueled by diverse talent, including the “sea turtle” phenomenon—Filipinos returning home after studying or building companies abroad.
Despite the regional funding winter, the Philippines has maintained steady investment activity, supported by a vibrant and increasingly organized community of angel investors helping nurture early-stage startups.
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