Rolan Marco Garcia

Rolan is the Founding CEO & Managing Partner of the Embiggen Group – a multi-awarded corporate venturing and innovation group that builds, scales and invests in new digital ventures with forward-thinking and entrepreneurial organizations. He’s a candidate for the Level 4 Certified Chief Innovation Officer by the Global Innovation Management Institute (GIMI), the highest certification given by the innovation management certifying body. He is also a member of GIMI’s think tank and is a Professional Fellow of the US Department of State. He was most recently awarded the Best Corporate Venturing CEO of the Year in 2023 by APAC Insider and was part of the finalists for Entrepreneur of the Year in 2022 at the Asia CEO Awards.

Kristine Banez is a Strategy and Growth Lead with over 10 years of experience spanning multinational corporations and startups. Her diverse journey includes impactful roles at renowned entities such as Procter & Gamble, Janssen (a Johnson & Johnson company), Lifetrack, Mediclick, and Luxasia.

With a robust background encompassing strategic marketing, brand and product management, sales, finance, and market access, Kristine has demonstrated her expertise in both advanced and developing markets. Her proficiency extends across various industries, including FMCG, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and health technology, thriving in both traditional and digital market landscapes.

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