Manila December 8 Junto in Manila, Philippines

Dynamite Circle Event

Completed Event

Manila December 8 Junto

Manila, Philippines

8 Dec 2024

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 Manila Junto took place on December 8th in the Philippines. This intimate gathering provided a unique opportunity for location-independent founders to connect and collaborate.

Attendees came from a diverse range of industries, including financial services, fintech, marketing agencies, and professional services. The event centered around a roundtable discussion where members shared their recent wins and current roadblocks.

The Manila Junto offered a valuable space for peer-to-peer support and knowledge sharing within the Dynamite Circle community.

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Local Chapter

This event is hosted in the DC Manila Chapter area, home to around 8 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
Financial Services and FinTech33%$7M42
Marketing Agency33%$100K12
Professional Services & Industry Specific Consulting33%$4M62

Revenue Brackets

  • $100K to $1M (33%)
  • $1M to $5M (33%)
  • $5M+ (33%)

Country Spread

2 countries

  1. Philippines
  2. United States

Top Businesses at This Event

Highest-revenue businesses among attendees.

#IndustryRevenueTeam Size
1Financial Services and FinTech$7M42
2Professional Services & Industry Specific Consulting$4M62
3Marketing Agency$100K12

FAQ

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

What is Manila December 8 Junto?
Manila December 8 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 December 8 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.