Gain Exposure and Credibility
Participating in the KMC Startup Awards gives you an opportunity to shine a spotlight on your business, elevating your profile, boosting credibility, and setting you apart in a competitive market.

Attract Top Talent
By participating in these awards, you not only showcase your innovative achievements but also convey to potential employees that your business is a dynamic and industry-recognized workplace of choice.

Get Valuable Feedback
Our esteemed panel of experts and judges offer indispensable feedback on your business — providing you with actionable insights to improve and grow your startup. It's like having a team of mentors who are deeply invested in your success.

Network Opportunities
The KMC Startup Awards offer a dynamic networking platform connecting you with peers, industry leaders, and potential investors, fostering opportunities for growth through partnerships and investments.

Validate Your Business Model
Recognition further signifies your business model's impact and market potential. This validation can be a game-changer, instilling confidence in your team, investors, and customers.

Lisa Gokongwei
President
Summit Media

Lisa Gokongwei-Cheng, a key player in the Philippine startup landscape, founded a leading lifestyle publisher and played a crucial role in digital transformation at JG Summit. Her extensive experience in Summit Media, Communitas Founders, and Kaya Founders positions her as a valuable resource for startups.

Kimberly Chen
Country Manager
Bossjob

Kimberly Chen, a serial entrepreneur and community builder, leverages her expertise in organization development and talent empowerment as the Country Manager of Bossjob. Her focus on innovative talent acquisition strategies and inclusivity makes her a valuable asset for startups seeking organizational excellence.

Ray Alimurung
General Partner
Kaya Founders

Ray Alimurung, MBA from Stanford and M.D. from the University of the Philippines, led Lazada Philippines, expanding reach and global partnerships. Now, a General Partner at Kaya Founders' Zero to One Fund, shaping the Philippine startup scene with digital commerce expertise.

Paulo Campos
Founding Managing General Partner
Kaya Founders

Harvard Business School grad Paulo Campos III co-founded and led Zalora Philippines to online retail success in 2011, revolutionizing Philippine retail. He later founded Kaya Founders, making 40+ early-stage startup investments, showcasing his entrepreneurial drive and leadership in the Philippine startup scene.

Michael McCullough
Chief Executive Officer
KMC Solutions

As MD & Co-founder of KMC Group, Michael McCullough oversees real estate teams handling major tenant representation projects, focusing on delivering scalable and flexible workspace solutions for diverse businesses.

Gregory Kittelson
Co-founder
KMC Solutions

Gregory Kittelson co-founded three Manila-based companies with expertise in IT-BPO, tech startups, and real estate. His extensive experience covers tech startups, outsourcing, business consulting, recruitment, real estate, and angel investments, making him a valuable resource for startups.

Ben Alderson
Head of Investments
IdeaSpace Investments

Ben, a UK national with a diverse career across continents, made a successful transition from corporate to startup roles in 2017, excelling as a founder, mentor, accelerator manager, and venture capital investor, offering valuable insights to startups.

Alwyn Rosel
Head of Startup Development Program
IdeaSpace (QBO)

Alwyn Joy Rosel, a seasoned startup advocate, drives startup development at IdeaSpace-QBO, and her roles as a Technical Panel Member for DOST-PCIEERD and a global jury member for the Wadhwani Foundation's National Entrepreneurship Network bring valuable expertise to the startup ecosystem.

Celebrates a standout startup achieving remarkable success through innovation, rapid growth, and industry impact.

An award co-presented by Bossjob, which celebrates a rising star with innovation and determination, rapidly emerging as a force in the dynamic startup landscape.

Celebrating startups that have executed exceptionally creative and impactful marketing campaigns.

Highlighting a pioneer pushing technology boundaries, creating revolutionary solutions that shape the future.

Commending a startup that excels in customer satisfaction, setting new standards for service and loyalty.

Recognizing a trailblazing startup that challenges norms, reshapes industries, and showcases groundbreaking innovation.

Celebrating a startup that crafts an impactful brand identity, effectively resonating with its audience through values and uniqueness. 

Highlighting startups that have demonstrated outstanding design innovation in their products or services.

Celebrating startups that prioritize sustainability and environmental responsibility, contributing significantly to the green economy in the Philippines.

Honoring startups driving impactful social change through their products, services, or operations.