Rowena Candice Ruiz is an expert on digital transformation and public procurement. Her leadership has led to innovative reforms, focusing on data-driven policies, capacity building, and technology solutions for efficiency and transparency. She secured the Philippines' observer status in the World Trade Organization – Committee on Government Procurement in 2019. During the pandemic, she spearheaded digital transformation for crisis adaptation, fostering transparency in public funds through online portals.

Mr Kolae has 13 years working in the Solomon Islands Government as a Human Resource Officer in various government ministries – Ministry of Health and Medical Services and the Ministry of Public Service. He successfully coordinated and Implemented the DFAT supported HRMIS Project in the Public Sector worth of AUD$2m.

Raimund is a seasoned industry professional and experienced leader. Skilled in business strategy, business planning, sales, business development, marketing strategy and operation development and more, Raimund is a staunch advocate for the digitalisation of manufacturing, firmly believing that digital transformation is a must for future success.

Dan Lachica is the President of Semiconductor and Electronics Industries in the Philippines Foundation, Inc. (SEIPI), the association representing the electronics industry which accounted for US$39.7 or  62% of total Philippine commodity exports in 2020, and employs 3M direct and indirect workers.

Alain Duminy is an IT professional with more than 30 years of experience, the last 24 years committed to the humanitarian mission of the Asian Development Bank.