KwentuOne Podcast

Why do so many Philippine startups fail — even with great ideas, funding, and passionate founders? In this episode of KwentuOne Podcast, we talk to Rene Cuartero, CEO and Co-founder of AHG Lab, one of the country’s leading venture builders. Rene shares the hard truths behind startup struggles in the Philippines — from founder mindsets and challenges due to government regulations, to the hidden ris...

Is the real innovation in the Philippines happening outside of Manila? In this episode, we sit down with Janni Boydon, host of the "Start Up Podcast PH," to challenge the conventional view of the PH startup scene. Janni shares his firsthand experience interviewing countless founders and reveals a powerful, grassroots ecosystem thriving in the provinces. This is more than a discussion—it&...

Frustrated your business isn't growing as it should? Learn to scale without burnout! Ian Sanchez, CTO & growth specialist, shares actionable insights and reveals Flow21's system for efficiency and impact. 👉 Ready for consistent growth? Press play to hear how. Subscribe to KwentuOne Podcast for more real talk on business growth: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@OneCFOPH 👍 Connect with us...

Ever feel like you need a "silver spoon" to launch a successful startup? Think again. 🤔 In KwentuOne Episode 17, we chat with Ron Baetiong , a serial entrepreneur who defied every expectation, building and exiting multiple ventures from literally nothing. Ron's not just sharing another story; he's giving us the real talk on how founders truly thrive even without privilege . Yo...

Thinking that fast growth is always good? Think again! ⚠️ Many businesses chase growth at breakneck speed, only to hit financial trouble.  For businesses in the Philippines, hitting revenue targets without truly knowing their costs can be disastrous long-term. Sound familiar? In this powerful episode of the KwentuOne Podcast, we cut through this hype and show you how to really thrive and survive,...

Are you a Filipino founder or SME struggling to secure funding through traditional channels?  In this powerful KwentuOne Podcast episode, we unlock the secrets of crowdfunding as a game-changing alternative for Philippine businesses. Join us as we sit down with Brandon Leong of Round One, the Philippines' first equity crowdfunding platform, to get real about smarter fundraising. This conversa...

Feeling stuck? 🤔 Discover why many Filipino entrepreneurs hit a wall – and how YOU can break through! In this game-changing KwentuOne episode, Artie Lopez, co-founder of NextPay and the man behind Brainsparks, reveals the unseen traps holding startups and SMEs from growing big.  With his extensive experience, Artie shares straightforward, real talk for founders and entrepreneurs – the good, the b...

Are you making sales in your online business but still struggling with profitability? 🚧 Many e-commerce sellers are losing money without even realizing it! In this must-watch episode, we're diving deep to UNLOCK E-Commerce Roadblocks and reveal the secrets to real online growth. Join us as we talk with Guita Gopalan , a seasoned e-commerce expert and Founder and CEO of Agyle Brands . From he...