Manila October 15 Junto in Manila, Philippines

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Founder Meetup in Manila — October 15, 2026

Manila October 15 Junto

Manila, Philippines

15 Oct 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 Manila October 15 Junto brought together a focused group of location-independent founders in the Philippines for an evening of peer-to-peer connection and business discussions. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Manila, the gathering served as a regular touchpoint for entrepreneurs based in or passing through the region.

The room featured a balanced mix of backgrounds, with attendees equally divided between real estate and investing ventures alongside software-as-a-service and technology enterprises. This industry split created dynamic conversations around capital allocation, scaling digital products, and managing remote operations from Southeast Asia.

True to the community format, the evening relied on structured, intimate dialogue rather than formal presentations. Founders used the gathering to share candid updates on their businesses, troubleshoot current operational hurdles, and build lasting relationships within the local entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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 1 countries.

IndustryShareRevenue RangeTeam Size
Real Estate and Investing50%$20M62
SaaS & Tech50%—4

Revenue Brackets

  • $5M+ (100%)

Country Spread

1 countries

  1. Philippines

Top Businesses at This Event

Highest-revenue businesses among attendees.

#IndustryRevenueTeam Size
1Real Estate and Investing$20M62

FAQ

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

What is Manila October 15 Junto?
Manila October 15 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 October 15 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.