Luis Sia

Yo, have you heard of Luis Sia? Dude’s the real deal in the Filipino startup scene. He’s a YC S19 alum, which is already a big flex, but what’s rad is his whole process. He’s been around the block, worked at PayMongo, Altitude Technologies, Upstart. Like, he’s been in the trenches building legit stuff that matters.

So, here’s the scoop: Luis started with a vision to totally transform Filipino commerce. He’s all about creating a full-on financial OS that can level up how people do business in the Philippines. Think of it like building the backbone for local entrepreneurs, making payments easier, faster, more reliable, stuff that’s been a problem forever. And he’s doing it by jumping into the deep end, hustling hard, and not taking bullshit for an answer.

He’s also got this angle as an angel investor, backing other startups, sharing what he’s learned. He didn’t just stop at building his own stuff; he’s all about lifting others up too. The hustle behind the 335 Fund by Hustleshare? That’s him putting real skin in the game, helping other founders crush it.

And get this, he’s been in the news a lot, but not for bullshit. Whether it’s defending PayMongo from some PDEA probe (which, no cap, was just a misunderstanding), or being featured in Bilyonaryo, the guy’s reputation is solid. People see him as someone who’s not just about the tech, but about creating real change and building something that lasts.

What does all this say about him? Man, Luis is super motivated. He’s driven by a bigger purpose, to change how commerce works in his country. It’s like he jumped into startups not just to build cool tech, but to solve real problems, to push the boundaries, and to lift others along the way. That’s what makes him stand out, he’s about impact, hustle, and making shit happen against all odds.

Bottom line? Luis Sia is a force. A builder, a hustler, a visionary who’s not just in it for the fame but to make Filipino commerce the real deal. No Cap, this guy’s just getting started.