-- Global venture studio HypeTribe has announced the launch of a new event series in Manila, marking its first major initiative in Asia. The program is designed to connect startup founders, creators, and investors, while also spotlighting Southeast Asia’s rising influence in technology, AI, and design.
Led by founding partner Manoj Kumar, HypeTribe’s expansion reflects a growing recognition of the Philippines and the wider SEA region as centers of innovation. Kumar noted that Manila, in particular, is home to a thriving community of UI/UX designers, AI engineers, and early-stage founders whose skills are increasingly relevant to the global tech economy.
“There are many bright talents here,” Kumar said. “Southeast Asia is full of energy, creativity, and technical depth. Our aim with HypeTribe and with this event series is to connect these voices with the world. Founders and creators in Manila should have the same opportunities to collaborate globally as those in Silicon Valley or Berlin.”
HypeTribe, originally founded with hubs in North America and Europe, has built its reputation on bridging the gap between founders and creators in SaaS, AI, and emerging technology. The launch of the Manila event series signals a strategic focus on Southeast Asia — not through an office or corporate presence, but by creating platforms where talent and opportunity meet.
The event series will run quarterly, combining panel discussions, networking sessions, and deep-dive conversations on AI adoption, SaaS scaling, design thinking, and creator-led growth strategies. Each gathering is expected to draw both local participants and international speakers, creating a hybrid format that links Manila’s community with global networks.
Industry analysts view the move as timely. Venture funding in Southeast Asia has grown steadily in recent years, while the region’s young, digital-native workforce positions it as one of the fastest-rising startup ecosystems. Manila has emerged as a particular hotspot, offering both creative and technical talent capable of contributing to international projects.
While the events will focus on ecosystem building, insiders note that HypeTribe remains open to discovering new talent during its expansion. The studio has a history of building global, distributed teams, and Southeast Asia is seen as a promising source of design and engineering expertise. Kumar underscored the point with a subtle reminder: “Manila has incredible skill. We are always open to talent, and part of our mission is to make sure those skills are visible on a global stage.”
For participants, the events are expected to offer more than networking. They aim to become an on-ramp for local founders and creators seeking to access global mentorship, partnerships, and cross-border collaboration. By bridging communities across continents, HypeTribe hopes to accelerate both local growth and international exposure for Southeast Asia’s startup scene.
Observers suggest that HypeTribe’s Manila events may become a key node in its broader mission to reshape how founders and creators work together worldwide. Rather than importing models from the West, the venture studio emphasizes co-creation with local talent, ensuring that Southeast Asia’s perspective plays a central role in shaping future projects.
The first session is scheduled for later this year, with details on speakers and programming to follow. In the meantime, the announcement has already generated interest across Manila’s founder and creator communities, signaling that the city is ready to take a larger seat at the global innovation table.
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