Leveraging Silicon Valley Networks: Zed’s Path to Growth and the Long Term Impact to Philippine Ecosystem
As part of Echelon Philippines 2024, the fireside chat titled “Leveraging Silicon Valley Networks: Zed’s Path to Growth and the Long Term Impact to Philippine Ecosystem” examined how Zed has successfully navigated two ecosystems to drive innovation and growth. Moderated by Justin Chin, Head of Business Development at e27, the session featured Steve Abraham, Co-Founder of Zed and Danielle Cojuangco Abraham, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Zed.
The discussion delved into Zed’s journey as a neobank focused on providing modern financial solutions for young professionals in the Philippines. Zed leverages Silicon Valley’s action-oriented culture and innovation-driven networks while adapting to the unique challenges of the Philippine market. The company’s offerings, including a MasterCard titanium credit card with no fees and a user-friendly app, cater to a tech-savvy demographic.
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Key themes included the importance of trust in co-founder relationships, the need for a problem-focused approach, and strategies for overcoming bureaucratic challenges. Zed emphasised aligning business models with customer success to build long-term impact.
Looking ahead, Zed plans to expand cardholder access and invest in talent development within the Philippine tech ecosystem, aiming to significantly increase credit card penetration while contributing to the region’s innovation landscape.
Watch the session video above to learn more about these insights and the strategies shaping the future of entrepreneurship.
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