Cover Andre Chanco, co-founder of Yardstick; actor, screenwriter, producer Bela Padilla and Roland Ros, founder and CEO of Kumu are among this year’s honourees in this milestone Gen.T edition (Photo: Wesley Villarica; Illustration: Nikki Duldulao)
Andre Chanco, co-founder of Yardstick; actor, screenwriter, producer Bela Padilla and Roland Ros, founder and CEO of Kumu are among this year’s honourees in this milestone Gen.T edition (Photo: Wesley Villarica; Illustration: Nikki Duldulao)
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Marking ten years of Gen.T in the Philippines, this milestone edition celebrates ten new Leaders of Tomorrow alongside ten Leaders of Today whose influence has continued to grow since they were first recognised.
The Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2026 are officially here.
As Gen.T marks its 10th anniversary, this year’s Philippine edition looks both forward and back, celebrating the leaders whose early promise has become lasting influence alongside a new generation whose work is already transforming industries and communities. The special anniversary list brings together 10 Leaders of Today—former Gen.T honourees whose impact has continued to expand—and 10 new Leaders of Tomorrow, reflecting the breadth and dynamism of Filipino leadership today. Together, they capture the spirit of a community that continues to evolve, while staying true to Gen.T’s mission of recognising exceptional talent early and celebrating the journeys that follow.
Above From left to right: Nikhil Amarnani, Jedd Lim, Ann Dumaliang, Rafael Sison Dionisio, Roland Ros, Kevin Tan, Ariestelo Asilo, Bela Padilla, Kenneth Yu and Andre Chanco (Photography: Wesley Villarica; Illustration: Yen Hilahan)
From left to right: Nikhil Amarnani, Jedd Lim, Ann Dumaliang, Rafael Sison Dionisio, Roland Ros, Kevin Tan, Ariestelo Asilo, Bela Padilla, Kenneth Yu and Andre Chanco (Photography: Wesley Villarica; Illustration: Yen Hilahan)
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Among the Leaders of Today are entrepreneurs Edgar “Injap” Sia II, Kevin Tan, Roland Ros and Nate Clarke, whose businesses have reshaped sectors ranging from property and retail to digital platforms and financial services. They are joined by chef Jordy Navarra, whose work has elevated Filipino cuisine on the global stage; conservation champion Ann Dumaliang; journalist Atom Araullo; entertainment icon Anne Curtis; and athletes Carlos Yulo and Alex Eala, whose achievements continue to inspire millions of Filipinos at home and abroad.
Above 2020 Gen.T honouree Ann Dumaliang, co-founder and managing trustee of Masungi Georeserve, and Jedd Lim, co-founder and managing partner of ThinkBIT Solutions (Photo: Wesley Villarica)
Above Recording engineer Nikhil Amarnani, co-founder and CEO of Line In Productions, and 2020 Gen.T honouree Roland Ros, co-founder and CEO of Kumu (Photo: Wesley Villarica)
2020 Gen.T honouree Ann Dumaliang, co-founder and managing trustee of Masungi Georeserve, and Jedd Lim, co-founder and managing partner of ThinkBIT Solutions (Photo: Wesley Villarica)
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Joining them are 10 new Leaders of Tomorrow whose work reflects the evolving face of innovation in the Philippines. They include fintech entrepreneur Danielle Cojuangco Abraham; software architect Jedd Lim; mobility innovator Kenneth Yu; regenerative tourism advocate Rafael Sison Dionisio; sustainability entrepreneur Ariestelo Asilo; music producer and recording engineer Nikhil Amarnani; specialty coffee pioneer Andre Chanco; urban farming educator Anna Beatriz Suavengco; heritage fashion entrepreneur Skeeter Labastilla-Turgut; and actor, screenwriter and producer Bela Padilla, whose work extends beyond the screen to champion meaningful change within the Philippine film industry.
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Above Kenneth Yu, co-founder and CEO of Sakay.ph, is among the 2026 Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow (Photo: Wesley Villarica; Illustration: Nikki Duldulao)
Above Danielle Cojuangco Abraham, president and CEO of Zed Financial, is among the 2026 Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow (Illustration: Nikki Duldulao)
Kenneth Yu, co-founder and CEO of Sakay.ph, is among the 2026 Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow (Photo: Wesley Villarica; Illustration: Nikki Duldulao)
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Above Bela Padilla, actor, screenwriter and producer, is among the 2026 Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow (Photo: Wesley Villarica; Illustration: Nikki Duldulao)
Above Jedd Lim, co-founder and managing partner of ThinkBIT Solutions, is among the 2026 Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow (Photo: Wesley Villarica; Illustration: Nikki Duldulao)
Bela Padilla, actor, screenwriter and producer, is among the 2026 Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow (Photo: Wesley Villarica; Illustration: Nikki Duldulao)
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Since its launch in 2016, Gen.T has grown into a regional community spanning ten Tatler markets across Asia, recognising exceptional young leaders before they become household names. More than a list, it celebrates individuals whose ideas, leadership and commitment to creating positive change have the potential to shape the future.
Read more: So you want to be a Gen.T Leader of Tomorrow?
Selected through Tatler’s rigorous editorial process in consultation with the Gen.T Tribe—an accomplished network of Gen.T alumni and industry leaders—the 2026 honourees represent a wide spectrum of disciplines, from entrepreneurship, finance and technology to agriculture, sustainability, hospitality, media, culture and sport.
Together, they tell the story of a country powered by bold ideas, entrepreneurial ambition and purpose-driven leadership. As Gen.T celebrates its first decade, this year’s honourees serve as both a reflection of how far the community has come and a glimpse of the leaders who will help define the Philippines’ next chapter.
Syrah is Tatler Philippines’ Power & Purpose editor, where she spotlights extraordinary journeys shaping the Philippines and Asia. She covers business, innovation, impact, and culture—chasing the people, ideas and forces shaping how we live and think today.
