PHILOGOSINTERNATIONAL

Meet Our Well-Rounded Team

Philogos International offers advisory services to businesses looking to expand their operations into or create a market entry strategy for a new untapped market. We are well-positioned to assist businesses in setting up shop and expanding within new markets, priding ourselves on assembling a team of highly skilled professionals who bring deep expertise and unparalleled dedication to our clients.

Overseas Market Entry Division — Hong Kong

Tracy Chan

Director

Tracy Chan is a multifaceted professional with a diverse educational background and extensive experience in various sectors. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Chemistry from St. Louis University in the United States, with certifications in professional temple management, occupational safety and health in arboriculture, content marketing & social media strategy, real estate, and mediation skills. Tracy is fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, and her career spans real estate, digital marketing, and language instruction — making her an invaluable asset to teams establishing themselves in the Hong Kong market.

Anthony Kim

VP, Client Operations

Anthony is a highly experienced professional with a robust background in global business development, quality assurance, and operational excellence in the Hong Kong market. As a Lean Six Sigma Master Blackbelt, he has a proven track record of reducing defective returns and manufacturing defects while generating substantial cost savings, across technology, renewable energy, consumer electronics, and footwear industries.

Cindy Ho

VP, Market Research

With an extensive background as Account Director at Gartner Hong Kong, and prior roles at Trend Micro Limited and HKT Commercial Group, Cindy specializes in client management, strategic account growth, and market penetration, particularly in the public sector and financial services.

Overseas Market Entry Division — Philippines

Vanessa Vicom

Director

Experienced professional leveraging experience from world-renowned organizations to add value to both startups and established companies. Senior leadership experience helping local (PH) and international companies increase sales, attract partners, and hire better people in the Philippines. Clients include Covenantz, PLDT Global, La Filipina Uy Gongco Group of Companies, and Ateneo de Manila University. Directed marketing and operations for MNCs like Western Union, Philamlife (AIG), Coca-Cola, and Nestle.

Glen Lopenza

Vice President – Operations

Senior management professional and consultant passionate about helping organizations achieve corporate growth, knowledge, and leadership. With over 35 years of experience, Glenn has led solutions in strategic management, organizational development, performance management, human resources, and business development across real estate, FMCG, and logistics.

Steve Aglolos

Vice President – Market Intelligence

An FMCG professional with a majority of experience in the Food and Beverages industry. A well-rounded Sales and Trade Marketing specialist across traditional and non-traditional retail channels, with several exposures to business start-up execution and company formation in the Philippines.

Legal & Tax Advisory Team

Chan Wei Kit

Senior Tax Advisor

With over 15 years of experience in international tax consultancy, Wei Kit specializes in navigating complex regulatory landscapes across Asia, including tax optimization strategies, cross-border compliance, and managing tax risks for multinational corporations. Graduate of the University of Hong Kong and a certified tax accountant.

Ng Mei Lin

Tax Consultant

Mei Lin brings a dynamic approach to tax advisory, focusing on SME tax compliance and efficiency, with a robust understanding of corporate tax law in Hong Kong. A Chartered Tax Consultant and alumnus of the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Kwok Siu Ming

Junior Tax Associate

Siu Ming supports our senior advisors with in-depth tax research and compliance audits. Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

Lau Ka Man

Corporate Lawyer

Ka Man has a distinguished career in drafting and reviewing legal contracts, specializing in commercial agreements and intellectual property law. Holds an LLB from the University of Hong Kong and is a member of the Hong Kong Bar Association.

Cheung Hoi Ling

Legal Counsel

Hoi Ling is an expert in legal contract drafting, focusing on safeguarding client interests through precise documentation. Holds an LLM in Corporate Law from the National University of Singapore and is fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.

Yip Ka Ho

Junior Legal Associate

Ka Ho supports the team in drafting and reviewing legal documents, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations. Graduate of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology with a focus on Business Law.

Software Development Team

Juan Dela Cruz

Director, Software Engineering

Over 20 years of experience leading cross-border teams developing and maintaining web applications using Java, Spring Boot, and React, with proven expertise in scalable microservices architectures for both high-growth startups and Fortune 500 companies.

Maria Santos

VP, Solution Architect

Over 15 years of experience deploying distributed systems, cloud computing, and microservices architectures, with proven leadership experience delivering successful software projects using Java, Python, and JavaScript.

Carlos Lopez

VP, DevOps

Over 20 years’ expertise in CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and cloud-native technologies across AWS, Azure, and GCP, with a track record of improving software delivery efficiency and reliability.

Supporting Sub-Divisions

  • Full Stack Developers — working with the Microsoft Stack/.NET, Python, Node.JS on the backend and React.JS and Angular.JS on the front end.
  • Web App Developers — designing and developing web applications to meet specific business requirements, simplifying complex workflows with niche web applications.
  • React Native – Mobile App Developers — building native apps for iOS and Android, streamlining development with React Native.
  • IOT Developers — developing interconnected web or mobile applications harnessing smart devices and data-driven insights.
  • DevOps Engineers — supporting development, automation, plugin integration, and API development.
  • UI/UX Designers — delivering intuitive interfaces and impactful designs that captivate users.
  • Business Analysts — analyzing business requirements and translating them into clear functional specifications.
  • Project Managers — planning, executing, and delivering projects on time and within budget.
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