Empowering Professionals, Startups,
and
SMEs to Shift, Scale, Stabilize, and Succeed✨
Build Better Business is a one-day forum designed to ignite entrepreneurial transformation. Tailored for professionals shifting to business, startups seeking to scale, struggling enterprises aiming to stabilize, and SMEs ready to expand—this event is your launchpad to strategic growth.
- May 28, 2025
- 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Makati Commerce Tower, Makati City
Hosted by JCI Philippines Metro Area
1:30 PM
Opening Remarks
Welcome by JCI Metro Area Leadership
The forum gathers seasoned leaders, expert mentors, and visionary speakers to equip participants with actionable tools, insights, and business networks. The event features power talks, a keynote, a live pitch showcase, and a fellowship dinner—all aligned with JCI’s RISE and Business & Entrepreneurship pillars.
Entrepreneurship Talk:
1:45 PM
The 4-Gate Model
Calel Gosingtian – President, Waters Philippines | RVP, JCI Metro South
The 4-Gate Model was written for aspiring and current Filipino entrepreneurs. With local case studies and grounded in the principles of IQ, EQ, AQ, and CQ, this framework is designed to increase success in the Philippine business landscape. Takeaway: Understand the key “gates” of the entrepreneurship journey with a practical guide you can apply immediately.
2:30 PM
Corporate Governance for Entrepreneurs
Rej Andal – Executive Director, Manila Water Foundation | RVP, JCI Metro East
Learn how good governance, compliance, and accountability can be a competitive advantage for SMEs and startups seeking sustainable growth.
3:15 PM
Capital Entrepreneurship: Funding and Scaling Smart
JM Moyaen – CEO, JM Capital Holdings | AVP, JCI Metro Area
Get real-world insights on how to build investor-ready models, structure your capital, and scale up without burning out.
4:00 PM – Networking Break
4:30 PM
Ron & Joyce Titular – Voice Coaches, Broadcasters, Founders of Voiceworx PH
Get real-world insights on how to build investor-ready models, structure your capital, and scale up without burning out.
5:15 PM
Panel Discussion
Building Resilient Startups in Uncertain Times
Featuring all speakers with open Q&A on leadership, adaptability, and growth.
6:00 PM
Pitch Zone: Spotlight on Startups Four selected startup entrepreneurs
Will be given 15 minutes each to pitch their business to an audience of mentors, peers, and potential collaborators. Screening and approval process applies. Takeaway: Discover how to frame your story, attract interest, and sharpen your value proposition.
6:45 PM
An open, relaxed environment to connect with speakers, entrepreneurs, and partners.
9:00 PM
Closing Remarks and Open Fellowship
- May 28, 2025
- 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Makati Commerce Tower, Makati City
Hosted by JCI Philippines Metro Area
Empowering Professionals, Startups,
and
SMEs to Shift, Scale, Stabilize, and Succeed✨
Build Better Business is a one-day forum designed to ignite entrepreneurial transformation. Tailored for professionals shifting to business, startups seeking to scale, struggling enterprises aiming to stabilize, and SMEs ready to expand—this event is your launchpad to strategic growth.
Limited slots only!!!