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← Balita · Issue 4047 · 10 April 2025 Guest speaker

Emiliano Romano

Executive Director, Operation Smile Philippines; Regional Director of Asia, Operation Smile Inc.

Emiliano Romano

EMILIANO Romano, a dynamic Italian entrepreneur with over 15 years of extensive leadership experience, is renowned for his ability to guide organizations toward success. He excels in motivating and mentoring young talents, empowering them to achieve their professional potential.

Originally an accountant from Switzerland, Emiliano developed a deep understanding of effective people and transaction management within his department. For the past 15 years, he has been based in the Philippines, where he has significantly influenced the business landscape.

Emiliano served as the CEO of Redstar Asia Solutions Inc., a pioneering software solutions company specializing in sales distribution software. Under his strategic leadership, the company experienced substantial growth. He remains actively involved as a Board of Director for Redstar.

Beyond his corporate achievements, Emiliano is the Chairman and President of Dermaroma Inc., a leading dermatology and wellness center in Makati. His multi-faceted approach to business leadership reflects his commitment to excellence.

Emiliano's contributions extend to academia and consulting. He serves as a Consultant for a healthcare venture capital firm and as an Adjunct Faculty member at Enderun, where he teaches Entrepreneurship, focusing on Business Plan preparation and pricing and costing strategies.

With a passion for philanthropy spanning over 12 years, Emiliano has been actively engaged with various NGOs in the Philippines. A dedicated member of Junior Chamber International Manila, he served as a Board of Director in 2018, underscoring his dedication to community development.

Currently, Emiliano is the Executive Director of Operation Smile Philippines, and Regional Director of Operation Smile Inc., where he applies his leadership skills to support life-changing surgeries for children with cleft lip and cleft palate, believing that every child deserves the opportunity to smile.

His accomplishments have earned him the 2022 Outstanding Leadership Award from the Italian Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines, recognizing his exceptional contributions to business and community development.

Emiliano also plays a vital role as a member of the East Avenue Hospital Multi-Sector Consultative Council, leveraging his expertise to improve healthcare services and community engagement.

Emiliano Romano’s journey showcases his unwavering dedication to excellence, both in business and humanitarian efforts, making him a distinguished leader in entrepreneurial and philanthropic spheres.

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