Day 1 Awaken

Are you ready to ignite your manifesting spirit?

Younifest is more than just an event; it’s a transformative experience designed to empower you to achieve your business goals. Over three inspiring days, you’ll gain the knowledge, connections, and motivation to turn your dreams into reality.

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Day 1: Awaken

Start your entrepreneurial journey with a bang! Day 1 is all about igniting your passion and laying the groundwork for success. Discover the secrets of successful entrepreneurs, learn essential business fundamentals, and understand the importance of resilience through our “Failing 101” workshop.

Younifest Day 1 Topics

Building Your Empire: The Keys to Scaling Your Business

Storyteller: GLENN RAZON
TIME: 11:00-11:30AM

Glenn Razon Carreon is the President of Razon’s By Glenn, a beloved family restaurant chain celebrated for its unique halo-halo, palabok, and traditional Kapampangan dishes. A third-generation Razon, Glenn opened the first Razon’s By Glenn store in 2003 and has since expanded the brand, franchising in 2015 to share their “Tradition of Delight” with a wider audience. Glenn is committed to providing affordable, quality, and delicious food, making Razon’s By Glenn a household name for Filipino staples.
The Grit of Business Builders: What It Takes to Succeed

Storyteller: DARLYN TY-NILO
TIME: 11:45-12:15PM

Darlyn Ty-Nilo is the Founder and President of Viviamo! Inc., the company behind the well-loved Belle de Jour Power Planner. Driven by her entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for empowering women, Dar transformed a personal setback into a thriving business that helps individuals design lives they love through effective planning and journaling. She is a strong advocate for personal growth and community building, fostering a supportive network of “Bellas” who pursue their goals with intention and joy. Dar recently collaborated with She Talks Asia, a platform dedicated to amplifying the voices and stories of women in Asia, on the 2025 edition of Belle de Jour Power Planner.
The Importance of Giving Back: Making a Positive Impact on Your Community

Storyteller: REESE FERNANDEZ-RUIZ
TIME: 1:00-1:30PM

Reese Fernandez-Ruiz is a leading Filipino social entrepreneur, being the President and Founding Partner of Rags2Riches (R2R) and Intentionality, Inc. She created a transformative business model that empowers marginalized Philippine artisans, converting waste into high-value fashion and home products, and alleviating poverty through sustainable economic frameworks. Her innovative approach has earned global acclaim, including recognition as a Rolex Young Laureate (2010), Forbes 30 Social Entrepreneurs Under 30 (2015), and acknowledgment by the Schwab Foundation.
Empowering your passion to bring in profit

Storyteller: ROSE ABES
TIME: 2:15-2:45PM

Rose Abes is a dynamic life loving woman entrepreneur who not only owns La Rosa Vino, a wine store in Quezon City, but also serves as the General Manager of Palas Resort Nueva Ecija. Alongside these ventures, she is a seasoned life coach affiliated with Innov8.org, empowering individuals through personal and professional development. Rose’s diverse portfolio showcases her entrepreneurial spirit and her dedication to creating enriching experiences for others, whether through curated wine selections, hospitality at Palas Resort, or impactful life coaching.
Fireside Chat: The Value of Branding: How You Bring Value to Others

Storytellers: CECILLE REBOLLOS & JOE KEVIN “BLOOCHIPJOE” MALLARI
TIME: 3:15-3:45PM

Cecille Rebollos is a multifaceted artistic professional. While known for her decades of experience as a sought-after Makeup Artist (MUA) and former Lead Instructor at the Australian College of Hair Design and Beauty Manila, Cecille has successfully pivoted her career towards personal development, now working as an experienced life coach and program facilitator with Innov8.org. Beyond her professional life, Cecille is also a whiskey lover, and the owner of Brand:U Personal Branding. She further showcases her entrepreneurial spirit as the Resident Island Panadera at Late Night Bakes PH, demonstrating her diverse passions and talents.

Joe Kevin Mallari, more famously known as BloochipJoe, is a versatile content creator recognized for his engaging content that spans personal finance, adulting, and career guidance including Filipino pop culture, as seen in his TikTok videos about the P-pop group BINI. Beyond his online content, Joe is a Licensed Financial Advisor at Sun Life Philippines and a skilled .Net Developer. He connects with a wide audience, particularly young Filipino adults, by sharing relatable experiences and practical tips across diverse topics, from managing finances to enjoying Filipino entertainment. Joe’s ability to blend technical expertise, financial literacy, and engaging content creation on trending topics makes him a truly influential and relatable personality.
Networking for Opportunities: The Power of Relationships in Business

Storyteller: RJ GEOTINA III
TIME: 4:00-4:30PM

RJ Geotina III is a multifaceted professional whose expertise spans creative arts, personal image development, training and coaching. He is currently the Managing Director of BNI Manila East Region, where he focuses on building a thriving business community and fostering mutual growth among the members. He combines his talents as a visual artist, fashion stylist and personal coach, as “the Image Engineer,” through providing practical solutions in wardrobe styling and management for clients who want to embrace their personal brand towards professional success.
Inclusive Conversations toward Better Business Returns

Storyteller: DAWN MENDOZA
TIME: 5:00-5:30PM

Dawn Mendoza is the Founder and Principal Consultant of Culture Bridge Initiative, a strategy consultancy dedicated to transforming organizations from performative diversity statements to real, inclusive impact. With 15 years of experience, she’s a seasoned DEI Strategist and Organizational Culture Consultant, working with multinational corporations, government agencies, NGOs, and grassroots movements.