Blas Tanquilut, known as Direk Blas, is a visionary leader in digital content creation, entrepreneurship, and social impact. As the CEO and Founder of Shift Content Hub, he has built a thriving marketing agency that empowers aspiring creatives by providing exceptional content and career opportunities. Formerly a Microsoft manager in Singapore, Direk Blas took a leap of faith to pursue his passion. His belief in resilience and purpose, embodied in SHIFT’s name (“Sharing How I Faced Trials”), has transformed the […]

Mona Magno-Veluz is a leader in disability advocacy, digital influence, and historical research. As National Spokesperson of the Autism Society Philippines (ASP) and Country Manager for ASP Autism Works, she has spent decades championing inclusion for individuals on the autism spectrum. Beyond advocacy, Mona “Mighty Magulang“, a digital creator known for her bite-sized history lessons and civic education. Her influence led to her role as the sole Filipino on the TikTok Safety Advisory Council for Asia Pacific. At PRISM 2025: […]

Rico Hizon is a multi-award-winning broadcast journalist with over three decades of experience across global news networks, including CNBC, BBC World News, and CNN Philippines. Recognized as one of Asia’s most respected news anchors, he has interviewed world leaders, business moguls, and cultural icons while shaping public discourse on economic and global affairs. Now bridging media and corporate storytelling, Rico is a consultant for SM Investments and hosts Beyond the Exchange on ANC, where he delves into market trends, financial […]