A Business origination company
ai : cloud : data : cybersec : iot : network : managed services
About Launch:Point
Launch:Point is a premier business origination and partner advisory firm dedicated to unlocking and securing high-value revenue opportunities for enterprises. We serve as your trusted partner in delivering deep industry insights, driving strategic customer engagements, accelerating market penetration, and executing end-to-end business development and fulfillment of tech based solutions like AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity, IOT and Managed Services.
Guided by a seasoned team of expert partner advisors, Launch:Point crafts tailored strategies that establish strong foundations for sustainable, long-term business growth and competitive advantage.
Partner Advisor Services
Business Development
Business development at Launch:Point is the strategic process of identifying, cultivating, and securing new growth opportunities for enterprises. This includes market research, opportunity assessment, partnership formation, and the creation of actionable plans to drive revenue expansion and market penetration. The team leverages deep industry intelligence and strategic customer engagement to build scalable business models, optimize sales and marketing strategies, and
Merger & Acquisitions
M&A services at Launch:Point include proactively identifying, sourcing, screening, and initiating discussions with potential acquisition targets to drive inorganic growth for private equity firms, corporate buyers, and investors. This encompasses market research to discover targets aligned with strategic fit, financial performance and expansion potential. Engaging decision-makers involves qualifying leads through initial assessments of cultural/operational synergies, risk profiles, and integration feasibility, advancing to exploratory talks, non-disclosure agreements, letters of intent, or advisory mandates.
Solutioning & Architecting
Solutioning and architecting at Launch:Point involves designing tailored, process-driven solutions that transform business challenges into scalable, efficient systems. This approach focuses on simplifying complexity by mapping workflows, identifying inefficiencies, and collaboratively building robust architectures that align with strategic goals. This methodology goes beyond advice, emphasizing practical implementation and impact by structuring customer engagements and revenue opportunity frameworks with clarity, consistency, and collaboration.
Project Fulfillment
Project Fulfillment at Launch:Point is a comprehensive service that ensures the successful execution and delivery of business initiatives, turning strategic plans into tangible results. This includes negotiating key terms and facilitating agreements to advance deals to closure as well as monitoring and managing ongoing client or deal relationships for business growth and long-term value.
Driving our Vision Forward
A seasoned business leader with over 35 years of experience in the telecommunications and Information Technology industry, including 19 years in senior executive roles. Proven success in launching and transforming businesses to achieve revenue, profitability and operational excellence.
His ability to integrate technology with business strategy has enabled the successful rollout of cutting-edge services, contributing to the digital empowerment of enterprises. John’s executive approach combines visionary strategy with hands-on execution, inspiring teams to exceed targets and deliver measurable results in dynamic environments.
Experience:
- CEO & President, PLDT Clark Telecom Inc., 2024-2025
- FVP & Head, Partner & Alliance/Business Development/Product Development, PLDT Enterprise, 2024-2025
- Chief Commercial Officer, ePLDT, 2022-2023
- FVP & Head, Enterprise Digital Solutions, PLDT Enterprise, 2015-2021
- VP & Head, Customer Relations Management, PLDT Enterprise, 2013-2015
- Founder & CEO, Business Cloud Live, 2011-2013
- General Manager, Jebsen & Jessen Communications PH, 2009-2011
- General Manager, Teledata Communications Philippines, 2006-2008
- Territory Manager, Oracle Philippines, 2004-2006
Leading with Purpose
Mitch Locsin
A recognized and pioneering leader in the BPO industry, Mitch played a key role having served as a Senate Consultant for IT/BPO and Economic Affairs. He leads several industry associations and had been a driving force behind the Next Wave Cities program, successfully attracting foreign investments, expansion opportunities and exponentially growing the industry.
With strong expertise in sales and marketing, Mitch fueled PLDT’s Enterprise and International revenue growth in technology-driven digital markets. He crafts and executes high-impact, precision-driven sales strategies that deliver results. Committed to operational excellence and business efficiency, he has built and led multi-channel sales teams that regularly exceed targets and achieve sustained year-over-year growth.
Experience:
- Chairman, Contact Center Association of the Philippines, 2023-present
- Member of the Board of Trustees, IT & Business Process Association of the Philippines, 2023-present
- FVP & Head, PLDT Enterprise and International Business Groups, 2023-2025
- FVP & Head, PLDT Enterprise Revenue Group, International and Carrier Business, 2019-2022
- FVP & Head, PLDT SME & Regional Enterprise, 2015-2019
- VP & Head, PLDT ALPHA CRM Outsourcing and Offshoring Industry and International Business, 2011-2015
Innovate and Impact
Robin Ramos
Robin is a seasoned senior technology executive with over 25 years of leadership
experience across telecommunications, insurance, banking, and consulting sectors,
specializing in enterprise IT strategy, digital transformation, large-scale program
delivery, and IT modernization.
As a technology executive, Robin directed the entire IT organizations — including
infrastructure, applications, cloud, AI, and digital delivery—delivering large-scale
digital transformation and IT modernization programs supported business objectives
and improved stability, productivity, and customer experience. Architect of cloud
governance, application and infrastructure modernization, hyper-automation, AI
strategy, and digital platforms.
Experience:
- Chief Technology Officer, PLDT Global Corporation, 2025
- FVP & Head, IT Group, PLDT and Smart Communications, 2021 - 2025
- Regional Head, IT Delivery, Digital & QA, AXA Group Operations Asia, 2018-2021
- Vice President, CIB Technology, Deutsche Knowledge Services - 2010 - 2018
- Senior Manager, Accenture, 1997 - 2010
- VP & Head, PLDT ALPHA CRM Outsourcing and Offshoring Industry and International Business, 2011-2015
Create Value. Achieve Excellence
Louie is a highly accomplished and seasoned IT industry leader with a remarkable track record for over 35 years. During his illustrious career, he has held country leadership positions across various global organizations such as Cisco, Fortinet, Oracle, Microsoft, and SAS Institute.
With a solid foundation in sales, operational management and technical expertise spanning application systems, analytics, cybersecurity and network engineering, Louie has been a driving force in delivering cutting-edge IT and application management strategies and solutions that have significantly contributed to the growth and innovation of the organizations under his stewardship. His unparalleled industry experience and strategic vision have firmly established him as a respected figure in the Philippine IT sector, setting him apart as a leader who consistently delivers impactful results and drives sustainable success.
Experience:
- Sr. Director and Head of Apps Business, Oracle Philippines, 2024-2025
- Managing Director, SAS Institute Philippines Inc., 2022-2023
- Country Manager, Fortinet Philippines Inc., 2018-2022
- SVP – Sales and Business Development, TIM Corp, 2017-2018
- Chief Executive Officer, Calibr8 Systems, 2016-2017
- Country Manager, Cisco Systems - Philippines Branch, 2014-2016
- Director, Microsoft Philippines Corporation, 2003-2009
Independent Partner Advisors
Louie Castaneda
IT Strategy Advisor
Robin is a seasoned senior technology executive with over 25 years of leadership experience across telecommunications, insurance, banking, and consulting sectors, specializing in enterprise IT strategy, digital transformation, large-scale program delivery, and IT modernization.
As a technology executive, Robin directed the entire IT organizations — including infrastructure, applications, cloud, AI, and digital delivery—delivering large-scale digital transformation and IT modernization programs supported business objectives and improved stability, productivity, and customer experience. Architect of cloud governance, application and infrastructure modernization, hyper-automation, AI strategy, and digital platforms.
Experience:
- Chief Technology Officer, PLDT Global Corporation, 2025
- FVP & Head, IT Group, PLDT and Smart Communications, 2021 - 2025
- Regional Head, IT Delivery, Digital & QA, AXA Group Operations Asia, 2018-2021
- Vice President, CIB Technology, Deutsche Knowledge Services - 2010 - 2018
- Senior Manager, Accenture, 1997 - 2010
- VP & Head, PLDT ALPHA CRM Outsourcing and Offshoring Industry and International Business, 2011-2015
Johnny Foo
Regional Advisor
Johnny is a results-driven transformation leader with over 20 years of global experience, including 15 years in senior management, with recent focus in Southeast Asia. He specializes in bridging business strategy with technology enablement, to that effect helping organizations design operating models, achieve data readiness for AI, and deliver enterprise digitalization at scale.
His work spans both corporate and government sectors, focusing on national digital programs, industrial policy enablement, and private sector investment acceleration. Johnny combines strategic foresight, operational rigor, and peoplecentered change to ensure transformationsachieve sustainable and measurable impact.
Experience:
- Chief Technology Officer, PLDT Global Corporation, 2025
- FVP & Head, IT Group, PLDT and Smart Communications, 2021 - 2025
- Regional Head, IT Delivery, Digital & QA, AXA Group Operations Asia, 2018-2021
- Vice President, CIB Technology, Deutsche Knowledge Services - 2010 - 2018
- Senior Manager, Accenture, 1997 - 2010
- VP & Head, PLDT ALPHA CRM Outsourcing and Offshoring Industry and International Business, 2011-2015
Partnering with Launch:Point
leverage on existing relationships
Leveraging existing customer relationships at Launch:Point means strategically nurturing and expanding the value derived from current clients by deepening engagement and trust. This approach focuses on understanding customer needs through data-driven insights, maintaining regular, personalized communication, and delivering exceptional service to reinforce loyalty and satisfaction.
Launch:Point helps businesses identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities, as well as gain referrals, by closely managing customer interactions in a holistic and organized manner.
Broad Network of Sales and Tech Resources
Leveraging the network of sales and technology resources at Launch:Point involves harnessing a broad ecosystem of skilled professionals, advanced tools, and strategic partnerships to accelerate business growth and solution delivery.
This network provides access to specialized sales expertise, cutting-edge technical capabilities, and innovative market approaches that enhance market reach and competitive positioning.
Manage Time and Capacity
Managing time and capacity at Launch:Point involves optimizing how resources and schedules are allocated to maximize productivity and meet client commitments efficiently. The process prioritizes clarity and consistency to accelerate deal progression and closure.
This approach enables timely delivery without compromising quality, while maintaining flexibility to adapt to changing priorities. By focusing on capacity planning, Launch:Point helps businesses unlock greater operational efficiency and sustainable growth through disciplined execution and resource optimization.
