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Excellence Through Leadership and Collaboration
Astra Worldwide management team collaborates seamlessly. Each member brings their unique skills and expertise to the table, creating a synergy that propels our company forward. This unified effort ensures we meet our goals and deliver exceptional value to our clients. Together, we are the driving force that keeps everything running smoothly, achieving excellence through our combined efforts.
With a deep commitment to excellence and a client-first approach, our specialists navigate the complexities of wealth management with skill and insight. Their dedication to strategic, forward-thinking solutions makes Astra Worldwide the trusted partner for those seeking lasting financial stability and long-term success.
Don Valdez
Don, a graduate of the Ateneo Graduate School of Business in Manila, is a seasoned investment manager with over a decade of experience in financial services. His association with the CISI (Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment) underscores his commitment to professionalism and industry excellence.
John Carlo Bigno
John, an investment analyst at Astra, brings experience across various financial markets. He began his journey at Astra Worldwide in 2022 as a student intern, refining his skills in portfolio management and security analysis under the mentorship of Investment Director Don Valdez, MBA, Chartered MCSI.
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Alan West
Alan has over thirty years of experience in the insurance and finance sectors, with roles at Royal Liver and Friends Provident in the UK, and offshore positions in Vienna and Prague for the past twenty years.
Before joining the finance sector, Alan worked as a motor and heavy plant accountant. With his professional qualifications, he gained significant experience in financial and tax planning, compliance, training, and administration throughout his career.
He is now retired from his role as a financial advisor and currently oversees the administrative office.
Conrado V. Capili Jr.
Conrado began his career in the financial services industry over a decade ago. His extensive experience has given him a deep understanding of the industry from an international perspective. Throughout his time in the field, Conrado has worked with clients from diverse nationalities and across the globe. His dedication to the business and commitment to helping clients led to his promotion as the Manager of Administration for Astra Worldwide. Conrado has also traveled extensively, spending significant time in the UAE and working from Astra Worldwide’s Europe office. These experiences have deepened his understanding of the needs of international clients
Valerie Dalija
Your friendly and dynamic administrative partner is here to spark positive change in your workplace. With years of experience supporting mid and senior-level managers, Valerie is your go-to for seamless administrative support that goes above and beyond. Equipped with expertise in utilising investment related tools and constantly refining my skills to keep your operations running smoothly.
Lance Dilig
As a Business Development Manager at Astra Worldwide, Lance work closely with Managing Director to help drive business forward. His role extends into marketing, where he harness his passion for creativity to effectively connect Astra Worldwide’s services with clients and prospects. He strive to present Astra’s offerings clearly and compellingly, ensuring that our solutions are easily understood and tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. Having been a client of Astra worldwide before joining the team, He brings a unique perspective that enhances his ability to relate to and understand our client’s experiences and requirements. This firsthand experience fuels his commitment to bridging the gap between our services and clients, ensuring they receive the best possible solutions.
Mikka Capili
Mikka is a versatile professional with a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication and a passion for advertising. Her career includes roles such as an Executive Assistant to the Regional Director in the Middle East and a commissions specialist at Astra-Philippines She was also the Business Development Manager for Astra FS – Europe and now spearheads global marketing for Astra Worldwide.
Mikka is dedicated to lifelong learning and has acquired certifications in Travel Management & Operations, Anti-Money Laundering, and Market Conduct Guidelines (MCG), as well as a license in Variable Unit Link. Mikka’s broad range of experience allows her to align her personal interests with her current work in the financial sector.
Darren Tang
With over 20 years of experience in the IT sector, Darren cultivated a robust professional career characterized by a proven track record of leading successful multicultural and diverse teams in a global company environment. Darren’s leadership approach emphasizes empowering team members, promoting an inclusive culture, and ensuring that each individual’s contributions are recognized and valued. This has consistently resulted in high-performing teams that meet and exceed organizational objectives.
Christian Saguirre
Christian is an IT Specialist at Astra Worldwide, specializing in IT systems, digital security, and web development. Since joining in 2024, he has enhanced the company’s online presence through website optimization and design.
With expertise in web development—including WordPress—graphic design, and video editing, Christian plays a key role in Astra Worldwide’s digital initiatives, supporting branding and marketing efforts. A Magna Cum Laude graduate in Information Technology from the University of Saint La Salle, he is committed to driving innovation and efficiency in the company’s web and IT solutions.
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