The must-knows from 6 years of making businesses shark-proof

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

Ruth Cremer, entrepreneur, author and long-term consultant of the German „Shark Tank“, shares her most valuable learnings and insides from evaluating over 1000 business models of startups. What is the secret of successful founders? What is a good margin? How to create a successful launch? And what should be avoided at all costs? No matter […]

How To Prepare For The Exit

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

Many business owners do not know how or when to exit and often take advice from friends and family who themselves have never been through an exit. I will speak on what is involved in an exit, how to get the best valuation for the business and the current market state pulled from real time […]

Fostering Long-term Partnerships: How to Scale Your Business with Top Talent from the Philippines

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

In today's fast-paced business environment, the power of remote work is transforming how companies scale and thrive. Join us for an enlightening session where we explore the vast potential of Filipino remote talent. As the owner of primof.ph, with a track record of helping clients grow to seven and eight figures annually, I will share […]

Building a Thriving Remote Workspace, the Coconut Way

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

In this talk, I'll be sharing our secret sauce. I'll show how a balanced approach that benefits team members, clients, and the business can lead to big wins. Plus, I'll highlight the importance of building a strong, community-oriented team that keeps everyone engaged and motivated, no matter the distance. Packed with real-world Coconut examples, this […]

Foreign Land Ownership in the Philippines

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

Want to own land in Siargao? If you're a foreigner, then it can be difficult, but there are various ways to achieve your investment and ownership objectives. This session will give you practical (not legal) advice on how to structure a transaction to suit your needs.

How to build coliving spaces for Digital Nomads?

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

I want to take everyone through process of building a digital nomad coliving brand. Pitfalls to avoid, best practices in operations, marketing, and technology. How to build a digital nomad coliving brand? Templates and Resources Best Practices

How to chose a homebase?

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

After nomading for almost 6 years, living in 20+ countries/places, and hitting 40 years old in the process, I feel it's time to settle down somewhere, or at least find a home base to return to. This session will detail my thought process on how anyone can reason about selecting a place to call home.

How to set up a Home base that pays for your nomad lifestyle

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

Accommodation is a big expense for nomads. For those who want to sustain the lifestyle, living out of hotel rooms & airbnbs can also be draining over the long term. At some point most nomads will set up a home base. I'll share my insights of how to do this in a way that doesn't […]

Setting up a business in the Philippines as a foreigner

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

I have moved to El Nido, Palawan in the UK with my wife after a 30+ years career in hospitality in the UK. We are now setting up a coworking business with two brand new sites in El Nido. During my talk I will discuss our move to the Philippines, establishing ourselves as foreigners in […]

How our former Prime Minister inspired me to dedicate to digital nomadism

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

The reason why I started my journey as a digital nomad was because I worked as a social media director and as the Prime Minister of Japan. I will share my unique background and how I found this work style will change the future of Asia.

Beyond Boundaries: Thriving in Your Professional and Personal Evolution

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

In the dynamic world of digital nomadism, growth is not just a professional journey—it’s deeply personal. In this talk, Christina Evangelista will explore how embracing change, pushing boundaries, and cultivating a growth mindset can lead to both professional success and personal fulfillment. Drawing from her own experiences as a digital marketing expert, serial entrepreneur, and […]

Wabisabi “侘び寂び” Beauty in imperfection

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

Learning from Japanese perspective of accepting and embracing imperfection and simplicity. 1. Learning from examples from Japan. "Kintsugi" the Japanese traditional way to amend broken pottery by using gold liquid and giving new life to it. "Cherry blossoms" we love cherry blossoms but it only last for 1 or 2 weeks, but we adore it […]

From Manila to Madison Square Garden (and back!)

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

The inspirational journey to becoming the first ever Filipino, raised and educated in the Philippines, in the NBA— and the journey back home to fully be in service of the next generation.

ChatGPT 101 For Non-Techies

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

Think you know how to use ChatGPT/Gemini/Claude etc? Yep, it can be overwhelming. So let's break it down for you on how to keep it simple. In this talk, we'll break down all the ways you can use generative AI tools in the best way possible through the basics of prompt engineering. You don't need […]

Unleashing AI: Elevate Your Content Creation to New Heights

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

Join Kristiaan for an inspiring talk on how AI is revolutionizing the way we create and craft videos, podcasts, photos, and graphics. Kristiaan will share powerful strategies to enhance the quality and output of your content, while also significantly saving time to enjoy your nomad life in Siargao, Bali, and beyond! Whether you're a seasoned […]

Unlocking Efficiency: The Mindset for Optimizing Your Business

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

Ready to streamline your workload and boost your business productivity? In this engaging keynote, we dive into the DAOD mindset—Delete, Automate, Outsource, Delegate—that gives busy business owners the right mindset to become productivity powerhouses. Learn how to strategically reduce your workload and do more with less!

Unlock Your Path to True Freedom: The Passive Income Blueprint

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

Are you tired of trading time for money? Join Jan Richter for an inspiring and actionable talk on how to break free from the grind and build real passive income—no sales gimmicks, no MLM schemes, no massive investments. Jan will share his personal journey from zero passive income to financial independence, uncovering the secrets to […]

From Virtual Assistant to Nomad Cruise

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

From Virtual Assistant to Nomad Cruise: My Most Important Lessons About Nomad Life and Growing a Business While Traveling the World Join Johannes Voelkner, the founder of Nomad Cruise, as he takes you on a personal journey from his humble beginnings as a virtual assistant to creating one of the most successful digital nomad events […]

Organically Growing an Audience on YouTube as a Digital Nomad

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

Sergio shares his strategies for growing a YouTube channel to over 20k subscribers without spending a single penny on advertising. He will discuss how he transitioned from Spanish to English content, found his niche in the digital nomad community, collaborated with other creators, and secured sponsorships to make it a full-time job. Get ready to […]

Being a global entrepreneur with a third world passport

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

In this talk, Marie will share how she went from being an undervalued third world salary holder to having multiple high value clients. In this talk, you will learn how to: - start a business from nothing - get people to understand your value - use your network to get higher value clients. - and […]

Backpacker to Travel Entrepreneur

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

How i followed my passion to create my dream life in paradise...

Fulfilling Social Responsibility as a Nomad

Ocean 101 Resort Ocean 101 Beach Resort, General Luna, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

Unique chances for digital nomads on how to make a positive impact on the communities and environments they inhabit. This session will delve into the multifaceted aspects of fulfilling social responsibility as a nomad, offering insights and strategies for sustainable and ethical living. Note: I’d also want to highlight consular and logistical challenges of Filipina […]

Unconference

Kanaloa Beach Bar Kanaloa, Dapa, Surigao del Norte, Philippines

Add value to the conference yourself and host an unconference session!   Find the schedule here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nRjuHe_Wy2mMZlw5X-Fpb44wk-ViOvo0CLV4sFwJUhs/edit?usp=sharing

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