Manila August 20 Junto in Manila, Philippines

Dynamite Circle Event

Completed Event

Founder Meetup in Manila — August 20, 2026

Manila August 20 Junto

Manila, Philippines

20 Aug 2026

Junto Event

A structured small-group discussion inspired by Benjamin Franklin's original Junto club. Members take turns presenting challenges or ideas for focused peer feedback. Typically held with 6-12 participants to keep the conversation intimate and actionable.

What this event was about

The Dynamite Circle recently gathered for a special Junto event in Manila, marking a welcome return of these intimate founder meetups to the vibrant city. This gathering offered a unique opportunity for location-independent entrepreneurs to connect and share insights in a relaxed setting.

Attendees, representing diverse yet complementary industries such as Ecommerce and Amazon, Real Estate and Investing, and SaaS and Tech, engaged in meaningful conversations. The informal nature of the Junto fostered genuine connections and allowed for the exchange of practical advice and perspectives.

The event was held at a familiar and comfortable location, chosen specifically to facilitate open discussion and networking among the founders. This focus on a conducive environment, combined with the shared experience of building location-independent businesses, made the Manila Junto a memorable occasion for all involved.

Local Chapter

This event is hosted in the DC Manila Chapter area, home to around 7 DC members. Visit the chapter page for nearby founders, travel trends, and upcoming events in the city.

Who attended

Founders who attended this event came from 2 countries.

IndustryShareRevenue RangeTeam Size
Ecommerce & Amazon33%$2M4
Real Estate and Investing33%$20M62
SaaS & Tech33%—4

Revenue Brackets

  • $1M to $5M (50%)
  • $5M+ (50%)

Country Spread

2 countries

  1. Philippines
  2. Thailand

Many of DC's highest-earning attendees are part of DC BLACK — an exclusive mastermind for $1M+ revenue founders within Dynamite Circle.

Top Businesses at This Event

Highest-revenue businesses among attendees.

#IndustryRevenueTeam Size
1Real Estate and Investing$20M62
2Ecommerce & Amazon$2M4

FAQ

Do founders usually travel to Manila around this time?
A great number of DC members typically travel to Manila around August each year, making it a popular time for founder meetups and connections.

What is Manila August 20 Junto?
Manila August 20 Junto is a junto event organized by Dynamite Circle, a private community of location-independent entrepreneurs and founders. Events are open to DC members and approved applicants.

Can I attend this event?
This event was open to Dynamite Circle members. Non-members could also attend if personally invited by a DC member — a great way to meet the community and learn about DC before joining.

What is a Junto?
A Junto is a structured small-group discussion inspired by Benjamin Franklin's original Junto club. Members take turns presenting a business challenge or idea, and the group provides focused peer feedback. Juntos typically have 6–12 participants to keep the conversation intimate and actionable — one of the most valued formats in the Dynamite Circle.

Where was this event held?
Manila August 20 Junto was held at Dr. Wine BGC in Manila.

Are there other DC events in Manila?
Dynamite Circle regularly hosts events in Manila, including meetups, Juntos (curated roundtables), and larger gatherings. Check the DC Manila Chapter page to see upcoming events and local founder activity.

Can members promote their companies at DC events?
No. Dynamite Circle is strictly a no-promotion community. Members cannot actively promote their business, solicit leads, or seek customers within the community or at events. This policy keeps interactions authentic and trust-based — members help each other because they want to, not because they're selling. See the DC Community Guidelines for details.

What is Dynamite Circle?
Dynamite Circle (The DC) is a private community of location-independent entrepreneurs and founders, built around in-person connection and mutual support. The DC members include bootstrapped founders, agency owners, SaaS builders, and e-commerce operators from around the world.

Past editions and related events

This junto event series has hosted 11 events in the last 2 years.