Press Release

Scale Up by Endeavor Welcomes High-Potential Startups to 2024 Accelerator Cohort

Endeavor Philippines is proud to announce the startups selected to participate in the 2024 cohort of the Scale Up by Endeavor program, a highly anticipated accelerator designed to propel early-stage, high-potential startups towards sustained growth and success. This year’s cohort represents some of the most promising companies in the Philippines, ready to scale their businesses and make a significant impact on the local and global startup ecosystem.

  1. Buildhub.ph (Richard Lim, Co-CEO; Andre Bernardo, Co-CEO; Marika Laciste, CBO)
    • Buildhub is a dynamic and innovative technology-enabled company dedicated to revolutionizing the construction and building industry in the Philippines.
  2. EDGE Tutor International (Henry Motte de la Motte, CEO; Cecilia Calvo, COO)
    • EDGE Tutor is an innovative platform offering comprehensive tutor support solutions – sourcing, screening, training, and retaining highly qualified tutors.
  3. Expedock (King Alandy Dy, CEO; Jeff Tan, COO; Jig Young, CPO)
    • Expedock provides AI agents for some of the leading players in the 7 trillion USD global supply chain.
  4. GoRocky (Kiyanusch Braun, CEO; Joaqui Palaña, CCO)
    • GoRocky is a men’s health startup providing end-to-end treatments from assessment to medicine delivery for stigmatized conditions like erectile dysfunction, hair loss, and other conditions.
  5. Humble Sustainability (Josef Werker, CEO; Nina Opida, COO)
    • Humble is the Philippines’ leading climate technology company on a mission to bring 1 billion items into circularity. We help businesses earn high revenue by data wiping, refurbishing, recycling, and reselling their IT equipment. We also help create, track and achieve their ESG and CSR initiatives.
  6. Kwik.insure (Hamilton Angluben, CEO; Gani Cuyugan, CSO)
    • Kwik.insure is an online insurance marketplace that promises easy and reliable insurance. KwikCare offers affordable, monthly-billed Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO) plans tailored to individuals and small groups.
  7. Mayani (JT Solis, CEO; Jeff Bareiro, Chairman; Lance Villanueva, Chief of Fulfillment)
    • Mayani is the Philippines’ fastest-growing, impact-driven agri-tech platform empowering smallholder farmers and fisherfolks across the archipelago through sustainable access to market, inputs, and credit. Trusted by a thriving community of B2C customers and a solid portfolio of B2B buyers.
  8. Remotify (Maria Sucgang, CEO; Erwin Kok, COO)
    • Remotify is an Employer of Record Plus (+) solution that helps startups and mid-market companies extend their runway by building remote teams in the Philippines.
  9. Zendease by 1Export (Mel Nava, CEO; Dominic Milan, CSO)
    • ZendEase by 1Export is a logistics startup that makes selling and sending internationally easy for small businesses.

 

Scale Up by Endeavor is an exclusive accelerator program open to Seed, Pre-A, and Series A startup founders with operations in the Philippines. It provides a unique platform for entrepreneurs to scale their businesses while growing as leaders. The program is part of a global initiative that equips founders with the tools and strategies necessary to develop and execute long-term growth plans.

“We are thrilled to welcome this exceptional group of startups into the Scale Up by Endeavor program,” said Manny Ayala, Managing Director of Endeavor Philippines. “These companies have shown immense potential, and we are excited to support them in their journey to becoming industry leaders.”

Program Highlights

This year’s Scale Up by Endeavor program is supported by Bain & Company as the official Strategy and Knowledge Partner, providing world-class strategic insights and expertise to participating founders. Additionally, the program is proudly backed and supported by a network of esteemed entrepreneurs, including George Royeca of Angkas, Steve Sy of Great Deals, and Jaime Fernandez of Pickup Coffee.

Participants in the Scale Up program will benefit from:

  • Up to USD 100k in cloud credits and technical support from Amazon Web Services
  • Three (3) months of guest membership at members-only club, The Astbury
  • Access to Endeavor’s global network of mentors and industry experts

The 2024 edition of the program promises to be more impactful than ever, with direct content tailored to the needs of the founders, increased peer-to-peer engagement, and more intensive servicing throughout the program. The participating startups will engage in curated mentorship sessions, workshops, and networking events, providing them with the resources and connections they need to scale their businesses effectively.

Learn more about Scale Up by Endeavor here: philippines.endeavor.org/scaleup