Fireside Chat with Erika Aquino
For generations, Filipino women have been celebrated as nurturers, caregivers, and pillars of their families and communities. But what happens when women become decision-makers, investors, and builders of wealth?
In celebration of Filipino American History Month, join us for an inspiring Fireside Chat with Erika Aquino, a global angel investor and proud Filipina redefining what it means for women to have a voice, influence, and capital.
In this conversation, Erika will share how investing became an act of defiance against traditional expectations and a pathway toward creating impact at scale. Together with Dr. Jaclyn, they'll explore the importance of investing with intention and challenging cultural narratives that have historically kept women away from wealth-building and decision-making roles.
Whether you're curious about investing, passionate about creating change, or looking to redefine your own relationship with influence and capital, this conversation will leave you inspired to take ownership of your future and write your own story.
About the Host
Erika Aquino is a global angel investor and strategic advisor backing women and underrepresented founders across wellness, education, sustainability, and the future of work. She has invested in 27+ startups across Asia, Europe, Australia, and the US. She is also an LP at select venture capital funds—deploying both capital and strategic support to early-stage companies solving large-scale problems. A proud Filipina, she is a sought-after voice on women in investing, cross-border deal-making, and building with intention.
Connect with Erika
LinkedIn | Website | Substack | Instagram
About the Moderator
Dr. Jaclyn Tolentino is a board-certified family medicine physician, functional medicine expert, and breast cancer survivor specializing in women's health, hormone optimization, and longevity medicine. She has recently opened her own private medical practice and is the founding physician of Love.Life's Flagship location in El Segundo, CA where she helped shape an innovative model of whole-person care. Featured in Vogue, The Wall Street Journal, Women's Health and other leading publications, she brings both medical expertise and lived experience to her work, guiding women to optimize their healthspan, navigate life's transitions, and build a foundation for lasting vitality.
Connect with Dr. Jaclyn
LinkedIn | Website | Instagram
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