Mark Sultan Gersava

Founder and CEO, Bambuhay

Tatler Asia

For uplifting communities and restoring the environment

The son of a farmer displaced by conflict in his native island of Mindanao, Mark Sultan Gersava makes products that benefit farmers and the planet alike. A former food scientist, the flagship product of Mark’s company, Bambuhay, are bamboo toothbrushes with a seed of a native tree inside them, meaning they can be planted after use. It also makes other bamboo products such as straws and air fresheners.

Impacted Industries


  • Social Entrepreneurship

  • Retail & eCommerce

  • Sustainability