Our team

We are a dynamic group of innovation strategists,
technology entrepreneurs, digital transformation
executives, venture capitalists, and innovation thought
leaders with decades of experience in ideating and
executing innovation initiatives.

Join our team

RJ Angeles

Venture Partner, Embiggen Capital
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RJ is Embiggen Capital's Venture Partner. He has an extensive track record of working in various industries in Hong Kong, ASEAN, and the Philippines spanning more than 15 years.

RJ is currently the Managing Director and Philippines Country Head of Bayfront Capital Advisors, an advisory company advising several Filipino companies, ASEAN tech startups and conglomerates. He is concurrently President of RSA Superior Distribution, a medical importation, trading & distribution business and President of Rom-Arch Tower Trading Corporation, a local vegetable oil and meal trading outfit. Furthermore, he is also President of RSA Prosperity Microlending, a microfinance outfit and insurance agency business, and President of Romarcom International Marketing Corporation, the biggest import soft commodity brokerage house in the Philippines. RJ is also a member of the Junior Chamber International (JCI) Manila.

Formerly, he was the Director and Senior Relationship Manager at Standard Chartered Bank and advised established corporations including the San Miguel Corporation, JG Summit, Aboitiz, and Megawide. He was also the former Associate Director of Capital Markets Origination at Standard Chartered Bank and former Assistant Vice President in Capital Markets in Citibank both based in Philippines and in Hong Kong. RJ also taught in the University of the Philippines School of Economics and the De La Salle University (DLSU).

He graduated Cum Laude from the University of the Philippines with a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Business Economics and was the Most Outstanding Economics Student in the Philippines in 2004. He also served Masters in Economics and has PhD units at UP School of Economics and recently finished and Agribusiness Executive Course at the Harvard Business School.

Cherrie Magbanua

Head of Business Development, Embiggen Innovation Institute
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Cherrie Ruby Magbanua works as the Head of Business Development for Embiggen's capability building & innovation knowledge subsidiary, Embiggen Innovation Institute. She graduated from college in 2013 with a degree in International Studies major in European Studies, International Relations, and Affairs. It was here where she also took her masters in International Studies major in Asian Studies, International Studies; Asian Studies. Aside from her work in Embiggen, Cherrie also works full-time for The Asia Foundation as a Program Officer wherein she takes on multiple responsibilities such as managing the Development Entrepreneurship Mentoring Program, leading efforts to strengthen and nurture the community of practice for Development Entrepreneurship through the introduction of CRMS and holding activities that allow members of the community to network and exchange ideas, managing and leading the Development Entrepreneurship webinars which aim to reach more development professionals interested in policy reform within Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Region, among others. As an advocate for education and innovation, Cherrie worked in the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) for almost 6 years where she began as a Marketing Associate, then an Enrollment Management Associate, and then a Recruitment Coordinator.

Aside from her professional life, Cherrie also makes time for her hobbies and interests Since 2018, she has been running an Instagram blog on noodles called @latenightnood. She enjoys playing board games and table-top role-playing games as well as folding paper cranes. On top of all this, Cherrie also takes care of 4 lovely dogs that make her almost successful at keeping her stress proof.

Bien Herrera 

Business Development Officer
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Bien, one of the youngest members of Embiggen, is a determined and meticulous individual with a deep interest in business development and corporate strategy. His competency in managing different personal and career endeavors makes him a natural talent in the highly competitive corporate landscape.

He graduated as Magna Cum Laude in Management Economics from the Ateneo de Manila University where he was also a consistent Dean's list awardee. Alluding to his intelectual capabilities, Bien pursued the Ateneo Management Information Systems Association IM Summit Case Competition wherein he was awarded first runner up for his innovative food waste managemment system for supermarkets. Bien is no stranger to the corporate and business scene, as he has had experience in working as an intern for Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) as well as co-founding a clothing businesses called Amis et Famille, where he functions as Financial Director. Aside from these, he also made sure to place himself in environments that will cultivate his growth in business by being a member of the Ateneo Collegiate Society in Advertising (2018) and the Philippine Economic Society (PES) Young economics Honor Society.

Aside from his corporate experience, Bien was once part of his High School's Alumni Basketball Team in PAREF Southridge School. Today, he still enjoys basketball as a hobby.

Mariecar Gecale

Business Development Affiliate and Innovation Consultant
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A highly accomplished individual with robust knowledge and expertise in end-to-end software design and implementation. Equipped with extensive knowledge in streamlining business processes and providing digitalized solutions, she can support industry leaders and business owners to deliver high-impact solutions for holding firms and their customers

Mykee Dizon

Head of Marketing
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Mykee’s passion in marketing started in 2014 when he was studying as an international exchange student in Singapore. During his stay at Singapore Management University, he was exposed to different case studies on marketing and brand management. It was during this time when he realized that this was a field he would like to pursue. The fuel for marketing was so strong that he and his team were awarded champions of So You Think You Can Brand, an inter-class competition sponsored by brand management consulting company, Interbrand.

He has over 7 years of combined experience in production, content creation, consulting, and marketing strategies. As Head of Marketing, he is committed to growing Embiggen’s brand and full suite of services. He believes that marketing is ever changing; and as fast as the Embiggen Group is growing, all strategies and initiatives should be just as innovative.

Previously, he was country marketing manager for a hospitality company in Southeast Asia and a creative consultant for a congressman in the Philippines. He also co-founded two businesses in Manila; a photo and video production studio and an online food and dessert business.

Outside work, Mykee likes to travel and do photography. He used to run a travel blog that lead him to unpopular destinations. This gave him the opportunity to meet new people and discover cultures that helped shape who he is today. To date, Mykee has visited 15 countries across Asia, Americas, and the Pacific - with his most explored countries being Indonesia (Java) and Burma.

Mykee holds a degree in Business Management from De La Salle University. He is also a Certified Digital Marketer.

Jacob Reyes

Content Lead
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Jacob Reyes is Embiggen Group's Content Writer. He currently handles all written releases from the company including articles, company news, newsletters, and press releases. He first joined Embiggen as a Content Writing Intern and later on worked part-time in the same role.

Prior to joining Embiggen, he completed an internship at Rappler where he covered the Philippine Senate and local news. Jacob is set to graduate in 2022 from the Ateneo de Manila University where he majored in Communication.

Geoffrey Tan

Research Associate
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Geoffrey Allen Tan works as a Research Associate for Embiggen Group. A recent graduate from iAcademy last 2021, Geoffrey exudes a go-getter attitude, with the passion and commitment to seek great opportunities and experiences for his career. He graduated with a degree in Business Administration, specialization in Marketing Management with a consistent track record as a dean's lister. Gefforey's time in iAcademy was spent participating in various endeavors such as the 2020 Alibaba GET Global competition, wherein he is team landed in the top 12; the 2020 EO Global Student Entrepreneur Awards, where he was among the top 6 finalists; and many more. Geoffrey has also had prior experience in the corporate environment, working as a Digital Marketing Intern for XS Multimedia in April to July of 2021. During the same year, he also worked as a Business Analyst Intern for Penbrothers from August to December.

Marjel Calleja

Operations Officer
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Marjel Calleja is Embiggen Group's Recruitment Lead. She has 5 years of combined experience in supporting web-based technology platforms powered by AI, and has developed skills in talent acquisition, customer service, and content management — traversing between different industries like Shared Services (White & Case GOC Manila), Head Hunting (ZMG Ward Howell), Information Technology (Pointwest), and Retail (SM, McDonald's).

Outside of work, you can find her researching the latest anime of the season or nerding out on documentaries and books. She loves ramen, scented candles, dogs, Taylor Swift, and the color green.

Ramjay Francisco

Head of Finance & Strategy
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Ramjay Fransicio is Embiggen's current Finance lead. He is responsible for handling all of Embiggen's financial and concerns regarding tax and compliance, financial reports and projections, product costing and profitability analysis, cash flow management, and many others. Ramjay Graduated from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines as a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy. Ramjay is no stranger to the field, as he has had notable work experience in the designated field. He has been a Certified Public Accountant since 2012. He has had 5 Years of experience in Shared Services handling Intercompany and General Ledger Accounts as well as 5 Years experience in Public Practice handling Tax and Accounting Compliance, Auditing and Consulting.

Apart from his corporate life in Embiggen, Ramjay enjoys hobbies such as playing online and arcade games. He also enjoys watching movies on Netflix and the cinemas.

Anya Cordero

Research Manager
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Anya Cordero is Embiggen Group's Research Project Manager. She earned her AB Psychology degree from the Ateneo de Manila University in 2018. Her skills are centered on research, data analysis, written communication, and oral communication.

Since 2019, Anya has been involved in research-related work as a previous Research Associate and now a Research Executive at Kantar Philippines where she supported and led various projects for key accounts through client servicing and quantitative research for brands, among other functions.

Currently, Anya's interests lies in psychology, philosophy, amassing movies, writing stories, and making art.

Rollie Jabonero

Innovation Instructor
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Rollie is a Senior Lead, Business Development for Innovations of RCBC Bankard (a credit card company) and has 20 years of working experience in software development. Currently exploring how financial institutions can leverage innovation.

Noreen Bautista

Innovation Instructor
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Noreen is the Founder and Chief Igniter of SlashIgnite, a social innovation studio based in Iloilo City. She is also the Co-founder of Panublix, a textile sourcing platform & marketplace, and Entrepreneur-in-Residence for Marketing & Programs at Kwadra TBI, the technology business incubator of the Iloilo Science and Technology University.

She has been co-founding social enterprises and startups since 2010 and is a Certified Innovation Professional by the Global Innovation Management Institute. She was recognized by the World Economic Forum as a Global Shaper and is also one of the 40 pioneer Women Social Entrepreneurs of Ashoka Philippines and S&P Global's "Women Together for a Better Normal" program. Noreen is also a Masters of Science candidate in Innovation and Business at the Asian Institute of Management.

Masaki Mitsuhashi

Managing Director, Embiggen Innovation Institute
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Masaki or Maki, is a Certified Innovation Professional and an Innovation Master from the Global Innovation Management Institute.

He recently graduated from the Asian Institute of Management with the degree Master of Science in Innovation and Business where he was the sole-recipient of the TEKTONIK Scholarship Award. He was a consistent dean’s lister and graduated with the High Distinction award (the highest academic award in the institute) and finished the degree as the valedictorian of the class. Prior to his Masters degree, he took some Public Health and Medicine units from the Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health and graduated BS Biology (with focus on Environment and Health-related Biology) from the University of the Philippines - Manila.

He worked on several projects related to stakeholder-centered innovations and development in the context of Health, Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction, Education, and Leadership. He is also actively supporting and putting up startups in the Philippines, Asia, and in Europe. He has also done researches and other literary works with some of his works published in online and offline forms.

He also co-founded the League of Innovation and Intellectual Property Advocates (LIPAD PH), a startup based in the Philippines working to make innovation and intellectual property concepts inclusive and accessible.

He has worked with organizations such as United Nations Environment, United Nations Development Program, United Nations Population Fund, RTI International, Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation, PhilDev, ReBirth PH, Plan International, SEEDS Asia, iACADEMY, iACADEMY Pro,  and Natalie in the Light working towards empowering communities in the Philippines, Asia and other regions.

Joenard Ramil

Innovation Instructor
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Joenard, a physicist by training, has been working as a data management professional for 5 years now. Working in projects involving automation, data science, process improvement, digital transformation and AI applications. An ex-Amazonian, Joenard has been active in research, specifically in the field of surface science and nanotechnology with DOST. His work on simulating the kinematics of CO molecules on the metal has led him to exploring innovation early on in his career.

Alden Ejorango

Innovation Instructor
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A Certified Innovation Professional and a seasoned banker with over 11 years of extensive experience in the Banking/Financial, Technology, and Non-Profit industries; and with key competencies around credit operations, risk management, business intelligence, and sales.

Alden earned his Master of Science in Innovation and Business at the Asian Institute of Management, and is a recipient of Dean's List Award. He was the General Manager of a bank that operates in multiple countries such as the Philippines, Hong Kong, and Macau. Under his leadership, he led the company to better operational efficiency & compliance to regulatory bodies. He was also the Assistant Vice-President of a bank that serves small and medium enterprises.  Currently, he leads the business analytics of the Livelihood Department of a non-profit organization.

Marrione Camacho 

Head of Business Development
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Marrione is the Head of Business Development for the Embiggen Group where he helps organizations build and invest in startups. He is also the founder of Beavrr, a community platform helping entrepreneurs gain access to learning, network, and financial resources, and an OnDeck Founder Fellow, a community ambitious founders around the world that has to date 2,100+ fellows, launched 400+ companies in the last 18 months, and have raised $500M+ from top global investors.

As an ecosystem builder, he works with the Hult Prize Foundation where he’s leading the effort to mobilize Filipino students to join the global movement that attracts 300,000 participants from 130+ countries to create for-profit and for-good enterprises. As an innovation and impact leader, he also led the development of a social enterprise incubator for a higher educational institution and continuously serves as an advisor to multiple organizations to launch entrepreneurial ecosystems that focus on sustainable and inclusive impact.

He holds an undergraduate degree in Commerce, majoring in Business Management, and specializing in entrepreneurship from De La Salle University, and a graduate degree in Social Entrepreneurship from Hult International Business School.

Jourdan Go 

Ventures Strategy
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Jourdan is a seasoned Analytics & Innovation professional with over 6 years of experience across multiple industries such as consulting, FMCG, education, and legal tech. Designing and driving digital transformation strategies with data is his area of expertise.

In his consulting days with Deloitte’s Technology Strategy division, he worked on designing a digital transformation strategy for a Philippine university. He led strategic ambition and vision workshops with key board members of the university to define what the future could look like and how to get there. He also drove the research and proposal of new ways of teaching, increasing student engagement, and increasing academe-industry alignment.

As an Innovation Manager for a law firm, Jourdan was leading the Legal Technology portfolio of services and programs. He transformed the Manila practice from IT operations into front-liners of the firm’s digital transformation strategy --- successfully introducing new ways of working and delivering value to clients through the latest in Legal Tech. Data was also at the heart of his digital transformation strategy; building case studies and identifying early adopters of Legal Tech to drive adoption of the programs.

Jourdan is also a passionate advocate of technology literacy among the youth. He teaches programming and data analytics to kids and working professionals alike in The Coding School, one of the Philippines’ leading after-school programs for technology literacy.