An equality advocate, inclusive business champion, entrepreneur, and independent international trade policy expert, he brings more than two decades of experience in public policy, international trade, and regional economic integration. He served as a Philippine trade negotiator in the development of key free trade agreements across ASEAN and its economic partners. He currently chairs the Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce (PLCC), Asia’s first LGBT-focused chamber of commerce. Ronn holds a Master’s degree in International Political Economy from the University of Manchester as a UK Chevening Scholar. He also works as a consultant to private sector and international organizations, providing expertise in investment promotion, regional trade, stakeholder engagement, and economic policy.
A digital transformation specialist and entrepreneur who bridges corporate strategy with activism and social impact. At the Gokongwei Group, she led Digital Transformation for Content and Social, building communities of practice that elevated digital standards across the conglomerate. A National Convener for Pride PH and convener for Babae para sa Inang Bayan, she has helped build safe spaces and purpose-driven brands including Kapuwa, Anu’man, and Silingan Coffee. A founding Board Trustee of the Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce and Country Chair for Égalité at Publicis Groupe, Angel brings a unique “boardroom to the streets” perspective to brand, community, and social impact work.
Born in Quezon City and raised in Camarines Sur, he is a multidisciplinary creative working across fashion, branding, literature, queer studies, and entrepreneurship. He has worked with leading fashion brands and led campaigns for Bicol heritage brands BIGGS and QueRica. A co-editor of BKL/Bikol Bakla and fellow of the first National LGBT Writers Workshop, he co-founded Studio Hibang and award-winning Barbierro Barbershop™, the Philippines’ first queer barbershop. He currently serves as Director for Memberships and Regional Relations at the Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce, championing LGBTQIA+ representation and regional empowerment.
A Filipino lawyer, company executive, and yoga teacher with over 15 years of involvement in LGBTQIA+ and HIV advocacy. He has contributed to advancing equality, inclusion, and access to rights and services for LGBTQIA+ communities across professional, corporate, and community spaces, bringing together his legal expertise, leadership experience, and commitment to well-being.
A Filipino communications professional, writer, entrepreneur, and LGBTQIA+ advocate. He is the co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Taxumo, a pioneering Philippine tax assistance platform for freelancers and small businesses, and a founding board member of the Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce. A former contributing editor for the Philippine Daily Inquirer, Evan has written extensively on LGBTQIA+ culture, equality, business, and social issues, with work published in local and international publications. He also created and hosts The Queer Pridecast, a podcast exploring queer issues and ideas with LGBTQIA+ personalities and allies.
An equality advocate, inclusive business champion, entrepreneur, and independent international trade policy expert, he brings more than two decades of experience in public policy, international trade, and regional economic integration. He served as a Philippine trade negotiator in the development of key free trade agreements across ASEAN and its economic partners. He currently chairs the Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce (PLCC), Asia’s first LGBT-focused chamber of commerce. Ronn holds a Master’s degree in International Political Economy from the University of Manchester as a UK Chevening Scholar. He also works as a consultant to private sector and international organizations, providing expertise in investment promotion, regional trade, stakeholder engagement, and economic policy.
A digital transformation specialist and entrepreneur who bridges corporate strategy with activism and social impact. At the Gokongwei Group, she led Digital Transformation for Content and Social, building communities of practice that elevated digital standards across the conglomerate. A National Convener for Pride PH and convener for Babae para sa Inang Bayan, she has helped build safe spaces and purpose-driven brands including Kapuwa, Anu’man, and Silingan Coffee. A founding Board Trustee of the Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce and Country Chair for Égalité at Publicis Groupe, Angel brings a unique “boardroom to the streets” perspective to brand, community, and social impact work.
Born in Quezon City and raised in Camarines Sur, he is a multidisciplinary creative working across fashion, branding, literature, queer studies, and entrepreneurship. He has worked with leading fashion brands and led campaigns for Bicol heritage brands BIGGS and QueRica. A co-editor of BKL/Bikol Bakla and fellow of the first National LGBT Writers Workshop, he co-founded Studio Hibang and award-winning Barbierro Barbershop™, the Philippines’ first queer barbershop. He currently serves as Director for Memberships and Regional Relations at the Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce, championing LGBTQIA+ representation and regional empowerment.
A Filipino lawyer, company executive, and yoga teacher with over 15 years of involvement in LGBTQIA+ and HIV advocacy. He has contributed to advancing equality, inclusion, and access to rights and services for LGBTQIA+ communities across professional, corporate, and community spaces, bringing together his legal expertise, leadership experience, and commitment to well-being.
A Filipino communications professional, writer, entrepreneur, and LGBTQIA+ advocate. He is the co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Taxumo, a pioneering Philippine tax assistance platform for freelancers and small businesses, and a founding board member of the Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce. A former contributing editor for the Philippine Daily Inquirer, Evan has written extensively on LGBTQIA+ culture, equality, business, and social issues, with work published in local and international publications. He also created and hosts The Queer Pridecast, a podcast exploring queer issues and ideas with LGBTQIA+ personalities and allies.
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