by Ferry Bayu | Nov 6, 2023 | Business
- Oracare Group becomes the only dental group in the region with a footprint in four Southeast Asian countries.
- Gains immediate access to the high-growth and under-served Philippine dental market.
- Manila market leader UDC will benefit from Oracare’s corporate infrastructure, unlocking the potential to accelerate further growth.
SINGAPORE – 6 November 2023 – Private equity-backed Oracare Group (“Oracare” or the “Group”), the Singapore-headquartered dental group, is now Southeast Asia’s (“SEA“) largest dental services group by geographical presence after joining forces with premier dental chain, Uy Dental Clinic Group (“UDC”), in the Philippines. Oracare now leads the regional market with a footprint in four SEA countries, including Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
UDC is a multi-specialty oral care services and dental diagnostics group that operates the largest dental network in Metro Manila, consisting of 17 dental clinics served by a team of 54 experienced dental professionals. The alliance underscores Oracare’s approach of supporting dental entrepreneurs in scaling and professionalizing their businesses, providing robust foundations to enable future growth and profitability improvement whilst enhancing patient care and treatment outcomes.
With UDC in its network, Oracare’s reach in SEA has increased to 62 dental clinics with approximately 652 staff and clinicians from 45 dental clinics and 533 employees previously.
Through this partnership, Oracare has gained immediate access to the significant growth opportunities that the under-served Philippine dental market offers, where the dentist: patient ratio remains relatively low at 1:4,000 compared to developed economies like Singapore and the United States, with ratios of 1:2,200 and 1:1,700, respectively[1].
[1] Source: World Health Organization
Mr. Leon Luai, co-founder and CEO of Oracare Group, said, “Oracare is now SEA’s largest dental group in terms of the number of countries through our partnership with UDC. UDC is one of the most well-recognized dental brands in the Philippines, and we are excited about what the future holds for our partnership, particularly given the relatively low penetration rate of dental care in the country and the untapped growth opportunities in other cities beyond Metro Manila, such as Davao, Cebu and General Santos, where UDC currently does not operate in.”
UDC was founded by Dr Charlston Uy in 2010 and has grown rapidly from a single clinic in Lacson Street, Manila, into the largest dental network in Metro Manila. UDC is managed by a team of experienced dentists and dental specialists and provides high-quality dental services to a middle-income demographic comprising both local and expatriate patients in the Philippines.
Elaborated Mr. Luai, “We will work closely with UDC to enhance group-wide growth and synergy through the robust and professionalized corporate structure and governance framework that we offer, which allows our network partners to benefit from the scale economies and technology-driven advantages of the Oracare platform whilst reducing the time spent on non-clinical operations. We have proven the efficacy of our business model with MOS Dental in Thailand in 2019 and are confident that we can replicate this with UDC.”
Dr Charlston Uy, Founder and CEO of UDC, said, “We were intrigued and inspired by the success story of MOS Dental in Thailand, where with Oracare’s support, it doubled its number of clinics and profitability whilst still placing patient care at the forefront. We believe this partnership with Oracare will amplify UDC’s capabilities and leverage the expertise and resources of both entities to offer top-notch dental services and innovative solutions as well as a broader range of dental care products.”
Previously, in 2019, Oracare acquired a controlling stake in MOS Dental, the second-largest dental group in Bangkok, and has helped grow MOS Dental’s network of clinics from 14 to 30 today. After joining Oracare, MOS Dental was given the support to implement and upgrade its professional systems and protocols along with a corporate infrastructure that has helped scale its expansion outside of Bangkok and consolidated its position further as one of the market leaders in Thailand.
Dr Charlston remains CEO of UDC and will work closely with Oracare to execute plans to expand UDC’s footprint in the Philippines. Besides geographical expansion, the Group will also look at continuous investment in staff training, technology, and patient care, ensuring that high clinical standards are maintained across all clinics.
Concluded Mr Luai, “This marks the beginning of Oracare’s next phase of growth as we leverage our market leadership to generate more value for our patients and network partners whilst continuing to provide quality dental services. We are also looking to streamline more of our processes to create more value for our customers as we derive more synergies, economies of scale, and cost efficiencies from our operating markets across Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines.”
In recognition of this strategic alliance, Oracare and UDC jointly hosted a celebration on 27 October 2023 in Manila, which saw an attendance of nearly 210 people, including the board of directors, management, and staff of the two companies, as well as business associates. The event also saw keynote speeches by UDC’s Dr Charlston and Mr. Nick Watkins, Oracare’s Non-executive Chairman, to mark the Group’s significant milestone as a leading regional player.
Celebration event to welcome UY Dental Clinic (UDC) into Oracare Group on 27 October 2023 in Manila, the Philippines.
From left: Andy Cropp, Co-founder and Chief Financial Officer – Oracare Group; Leon Luai, Co-founder and CEO – Oracare Group; Dr Charlston Uy, Founder and CEO – UDC; Nick Watkins, Non-executive Chairman – Oracare Group
Celebration event to welcome UY Dental Clinic (UDC) into Oracare Group on 27 October 2023 in Manila, the Philippines.
From left: Andy Cropp, Co-founder and Chief Financial Officer – Oracare Group; Dr Charlston Uy, Founder and CEO – UDC; Leon Luai, Co-founder and CEO – Oracare Group.
One of UDC’s 17 clinics in Metro Manila, the Philippines. This Makati branch clinic is located at Avida Asten Tower, 3 Malunggay Street, Makati City.
Leaders of the dental brands in the Oracare family at the Oracare-UDC celebration event on 27 October 2023 in Manila, the Philippines.
From left: Dr. Matt Thompson, Co-founder and Clinical Director – Expat Dental; Leon Luai, Co-founder and CEO – Oracare Group; Dr. Charlston Uy, Founder and CEO – UDC; Andy Cropp, Co-founder and Chief Financial Officer – Oracare Group; Nick Watkins, Non-Executive Chairman – Oracare Group; Dr. Adisorn Hanworawong, Founder and CEO – MOS Dental; Dr. Paega Jarungidanan, Clinical Director – MOS Dental; Dr. Shaun Thompson, Founder, and Managing Director – Expat Dental.
The management and staff of the extended Oracare family came together to unite cultures and combine strengths at the Oracare-UDC celebration event on 27 October 2023 in Manila, the Philippines.
by Ferry Bayu | Nov 2, 2023 | Business
Catalysing ASEAN Startup Success in the Smart City Ecosystem: The 6th CHINA-ASEAN New Smart City Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition 2023
NeuXP Group is co-organizing the sixth annual CHINA-ASEAN New Smart City Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition, representing Malaysia. This competition, initiated by the Nanning Municipal D&R Commission and co-organized by several organizations, aims to promote innovation and connect startups in the smart city ecosystem. Registration is open from November 1 to November 18, 2023, inviting startups and individuals, including university students from various sectors. The ASEAN preliminary round will be held virtually on November 27-28, with the grand finals scheduled for mid-January 2024 in Nanning, China.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – NeuXP Group, a provider of an integrated cross-border financial and lifestyle platform, is proud to announce its co-organizing role for Malaysia in the sixth annual CHINA-ASEAN New Smart City Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition. This esteemed competition, initiated by the Nanning Municipal D&R Commission and co-organized by Nanning Municipal Big Data Bureau, Nanning Foreign Affairs Office, and CloudBae Big Data Industry Development Co. Ltd. (‘CloudBae’), aims to foster innovation, connect startups, and propel the smart city ecosystem into the future.
With registration commencing from 1st November to 18th 2023, the competition invites startups and individuals, including university students from various sectors, to register and participate. The preliminary round for ASEAN will take place virtually from 27th November to 28th, with the grand finals set to be held in Nanning, China, in mid-January 2024.
This competition, which began in 2018 with a modest number of startup participants from countries such as Singapore, Vietnam, and Indonesia, has grown exponentially. Its fundamental idea is to enhance the synergy between smart cities and the digital economy through innovative technology. Today, the competition boasts nearly 400 startup ideas from 10 countries, spanning over 30 sub-sectors.
Startups or individuals in this event will be motivated by several key objectives, including gaining international pitching experience, securing funding from Chinese Venture Capitalists, and expanding their network within the Chinese market.
The competition offers two distinct categories: Startup (Pre-Seed Stage without an MVP) and Comprehensive (Seed Stage with POC, MVP, and traction), ensuring a level playing field for all innovative participants.
The competition unfolds through multiple stages, starting with the application stage, which is open to startups or individuals from the 12 specified sectors: Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), Urban Planning and Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities, Transport and Mobility, Waste Management, Public Safety and Security, Fintech, E-Governance, Education Technology (EdTech) and Agriculture and Sustainability. Subsequently, 16 teams from each category will be shortlisted, and the top six from each category in the preliminary round will compete in the grand finals. Winners of each category will receive prize money, and CloudBae may approach selected victors for an Acceleration Program in Nanning, China.
Beyond the competition, participants can look forward to various other benefits and opportunities, including CloudBae’s Accelerator Program, free office usage in Nanning Free Trade Zone for 18 months, expert research assistance for the Chinese market, additional fundraising opportunities from a vast network of VCs in China, and curated networking events.
The judging criteria for the competition encompass innovation and creativity, marketing strategy, commercial value, public service, and return on investment analysis.
To join this exciting journey of innovation and entrepreneurship in the smart city ecosystem, interested parties can register for the competition by 18th November 2023 at Ticket2U.
For further inquiries, please email to su*****@***xp.com
About NeuXP:
NeuXP is a provider of an integrated platform that offers comprehensive financial and lifestyle services with a flexible, accessible, and simple user experience. Extending beyond what’s typically made available by other providers in Europe, North America, Asia, and beyond, NeuXP offers a comprehensive financial and lifestyle services ecosystem that eases the journey of its users beyond borders.
Its all-in-one financial and lifestyle platform is also designed for businesses to seamlessly transition into the digital world while gaining access to a wide range of global financial and business services. To find out more, visit www.neuxp.com
About Cloudbae:
Cloudbae Big Data Industry Development Co., Ltd was established in 2017 and serves as a smart city and big data platform operation company with a “Light Asset, Platform-Based, Hybrid Ownership” mode. Cloudbae is based in Nanning, providing government and citizen services for Guangxi and also acting as a bridge for talents and enterprises between China and ASEAN with the vision to dedicate to cultivating a new smart city operation ecosystem and jointly contributing to the development of the Digital Silk Road.
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by Ferry Bayu | Nov 1, 2023 | Business
Hyper Interdisciplinary Conference in the Philippines 2023 Keynote Session: Convergence of Reformative Technologies for Localized Solutions
We welcome guests from academe, industry, government, researchers and innovators to join Leave a Nest Philippines’ Hyper Interdisciplinary Conference in the Philippines 2023 with the theme of “Convergence of Reformative Technologies for Localized Solutions”. This will be held at the Benavides Hall of University of Santo Tomas on November 11, 2023 from 9:30AM. Food and refreshments will be served.
On November 11th, Leave a Nest Philippines will have its exciting annual Hyper Interdisciplinary Conference in the Philippines. This conference is dedicated to the coming together of people from different academic disciplines, professions, and sectors of the society to offer their varying expert point of views. With this, we are thrilled to reveal our Keynote Speaker and esteemed Panelist-Commenters for the Keynote Session titled “Convergence of Reformative Technologies For Localized Solutions.”
This captivating keynote session will delve into the heart of the conference theme, exploring transformative technologies to address the distinctive challenges confronting the Philippines. We’ll discuss how knowledge and technologies from across Asia have been, and will be, harnessed to solve our local and unique issues.
This session holds great appeal for companies, startups and academes eager to harness the power of global technology within the dynamic landscape of the Philippines. It promises to arm them with the essential insights and expertise required to seamlessly navigate the intricacies of introducing and harnessing cutting-edge technology in this vibrant market. In this inspiring session, we aspire to ignite the creativity and ingenuity of Filipinos with the usage of foreign technology, in the hopes of fostering a collective spirit to address and revitalize enduring challenges in the Philippines, for a brighter future. Don’t miss out on this enlightening conversation!
Keynote Speaker
Engr. Lorilyn P. Daquioag
Waste4Good Founder and CEO
Stamina4Space Maya 3 & Maya 4 Satellite Team Member
Engr. Lorilyn P. Daquioag is a distinguished figure in Philippine space technology, known for her role in developing the brains of the first Philippine university-built satellites, Maya 3 and Maya 4, at the University of the Philippines – Diliman. Her contributions have advanced space technology, making history in Philippine science. In addition to her pioneering work in space technology, Engr. Lorilyn is the founder and CEO of Waste4Good Technologies, a dynamic social enterprise specializing in agri-tech. She addresses food insecurity, championing sustainable waste management, and empowers the adoption of Good Agricultural Practices, benefiting the environment and local communities. Notably, Engr. Lorilyn’s achievements have gained international recognition, as she is set to be featured on NHK-World Japan’s “Asia Insights” program from October 20 to November 20, 2023. This broadcast, reaching 118 countries, further highlights her remarkable contributions and global influence in the fields of technology, innovation, and sustainable development.
Panelists-Commenters
Dr. Ria Canlas
Executive Member, National Innovation Council
Director of Center for Innovation, National University
Dr. Ria Liza C. Canlas is a highly accomplished professional with a background in civil engineering, materials engineering, and patent law. She holds multiple degrees, including a doctorate in technology, and has 30 years of experience in innovation and tech startups. Dr. Canlas is known for her work in data-driven research and the creation of the ASEANA system. She is a strong advocate for green construction and is the CEO/Founder-Inventor of Po Lite Technology Inc. She is the Director of the Center for Innovation of National University – Philippines. Also the Intellectual Property Expert of Spruson and Ferguson (Asia) Ltd. Dr. Canlas mentors professionals and students, emphasizing patent commercialization and the protection of Filipino intellectual property. She is a key figure in the field of “Filipinovation” and serves in various professional and civic roles, including as an Executive Member of the National Innovation Council in the Philippines
Engr. Kevin Facun
Senior Consultant
Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines
Engr. Kevin Ubaldo Facun is an Electronics Engineer by profession. He finished his master’s degree at the University of the Philippines – Diliman specializing in the development of biomedical devices and software at the Innovation and Research Center of the UP Electrical and Electronics Engineering Institute. He then pursued his Master of Intellectual Property and Development Property (MIPD) at the Korea Development Institute – School of Public Policy and Management at Sejong City, South Korea graduating Summa Cum Laude and batch salutatorian. He presently works as a Senior Specialist at the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) and he has recently finished his MBA at Quantic – School of Business and Technology which is based in Washington DC.
Mr. Rocell Vicente
Acting Chief, Planning and Project Management Division (PPMD)
Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA)
Mr. Vicente is currently the acting chief of the Philippine Space Agency’s (PhilSA) Planning and Project Management Division (PPMD), leading the provision of centralized and consolidated research administration support services to PhilSA’s technical research bureaus by deploying project managers (PM) to manage the agency’s projects. The PPMD also facilitates the preparation of PhilSA’s budget proposals for the establishment of vital space infrastructure to be submitted to the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) and the Department of Finance for foreign-assisted funding and/or public-private partnerships. Through these efforts, PhilSA was able to secure funding to continue the development of the Multispectral Unit for Land Assessment Satellite (MULA), a sovereign Earth Observation satellite that can capture images to support the periodic updating of land use, agricultural crops, water resources, and built infrastructure maps in the country. Prior to joining PhilSA, Mr. Vicente was previously affiliated with the Department of Science and Technology – Advanced Science and Technology Institute (DOST-ASTI) where he handled the establishment of the Philippines’ satellite ground stations and facilitated the acquisition of NovaSAR-1, a synthetic aperture radar satellite for augmenting the country’s capabilities in maritime domain awareness.
We’re excited to highlight that the Hyper Interdisciplinary Conference in the Philippines 2023 is an on-site event, and the vibrant University of Santo Tomas will serve as our venue. Join us for an immersive and engaging experience that promises to ignite innovation and collaboration right at the heart of this esteemed institution!
For more information, you may find the conference details and read the full article through this link: https://global.lne.st/news/ph/2023/10/26/hicph2023-keynote/. We also have the registration for Conference Attendees still on-going until November 8, 2023 through this link: https://global.lne.st/HICPH2023
For questions and concerns, please contact the person cited below.
Leave a Nest Philippines, Inc. was founded on March 2021 as part of the Leave a Nest Group and functioning as the 3rd subsidiary in Southeast Asia following Singapore and Malaysia. Leave a Nest Philippines is a social enterprise created by researchers for researchers to leverage science and technology in order to achieve their mission of “Harmonizing Science and Technology Stakeholders for the Empowerment of Filipinos”
Bryan Foronda
+639616406449
BR***@*NE.ST
by Ferry Bayu | Oct 30, 2023 | Business
The Effectiveness of Bodywork: How Seitai Enhances Training and Recovery for Better Health
Bodywork, particularly Seitai, can significantly improve one’s health by enhancing flexibility, releasing muscle tension, and promoting balance. It can be done before and after exercise, reducing muscle tension and weariness, and accelerating healing. This can help the body prepare for upcoming workouts and enhance the effectiveness of instruction. It is crucial to maintain relaxed, loose muscles to ensure optimal performance. KAMI’s methods offer numerous health advantages, including improved flexibility, reduced range of motion, and increased effectiveness in training. Overall, bodywork is a valuable tool for overall health.
The best way to improve one’s own health is through bodywork, both in terms of long-term attendance and relaxation. This time, we are concentrating on how the Seitai affects the connections among training, the Seitai, and muscle rubbing.
Exercise and self-care are two things that can have a big impact on the body. To improve flexibility and release tension in the muscles, a bodywork session can come before an exercise session. Physical therapy is used to realign the bones to their natural positions prior to exercise. The range of motion will be limited, the full effect of exercise won’t be felt, and normal movement won’t be possible if the muscles are just relaxed but the bones are not in their original positions. This raises the likelihood of being able to work out more while training. Bodywork can also improve the body’s balance by treating these. Aligning your bones might help you perform exercises with proper form and lower your risk of injury if you have postural problems, muscle imbalances, or a change in your pelvic position. Sessions of bodywork are soothing and can help release tension and stress. You might be able to train more efficiently if you approach your workout with relaxation.
Moreover, Seitai is more beneficial for health conditions when done after training. After working out, getting bodywork can help reduce tension and weariness in the muscles while accelerating healing. The body will benefit from this as it gets ready for the upcoming workout. It might also increase the effectiveness of your instruction. Seitai may help the body heal more rapidly and efficiently by releasing tension in the muscles and joints. It’s critical to maintain relaxed, loose muscles.
There are many health advantages to receiving bodywork, and KAMI’s methods won’t disappoint.
About Credi Malaysia
Founded in February 2023, Credi Malaysia is a body care consulting and advisory company that aims to help everyone lead a culturally healthy life.
With services in Malaysia, Japan and the United States, we have accepted more than 500,000 customers for more than 10 years.
The company operates KAMI, which aims to solve the root cause of symptoms by adjusting the skeleton and muscles with its unique technology,
and enables people to adjust their natural healing power and autonomic nerves. In addition, we are always offering new information and new solutions for health.
Toshinori Murakami
Mail: tm*******@***********co.jp
Tel: +60 11 1205 8754
by Ferry Bayu | Oct 30, 2023 | Business
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