The 1st YSPACES Exclusives: Mid-Year Community Social 2026 marked an exciting milestone for the YSPACES community, bringing together members, founders, entrepreneurs, partners, and guests for an evening filled with meaningful conversations, inspiring stories, and new opportunities for collaboration. More than just a social gathering, the event reflected YSPACES’ mission of creating a vibrant community where businesses and individuals can connect, grow, and thrive together. It was held at YSPACES Event space with a capacity of 50 seats.
Hosted by Ella Yoshinaga, Chief Marketing Officer, and Jethro Sarreal, Social Media Associate, the program created a welcoming and energetic atmosphere that encouraged everyone to participate, engage, and celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship.
Opening Remarks
The evening officially opened with heartfelt remarks from Jewell Villadiego, Group Operations Manager of YSPACES. In her welcome message, she expressed gratitude to all the members, guests, founders, and partners who took the time to be part of this special occasion. She emphasized that YSPACES is more than a workspace—it is a growing community built on collaboration, innovation, and mutual support. Her message set the tone for the evening by encouraging attendees to build meaningful connections, exchange ideas, and continue supporting one another in their entrepreneurial journeys.
Founder Spotlights and Community Engagement
One of the highlights of the event was the Founder Spotlight segment, where founders and business owners had the opportunity to briefly introduce their startups, share their stories, and inspire fellow members of the community. The segment showcased the diversity of businesses within the YSPACES network and encouraged valuable conversations among entrepreneurs, freelancers, and professionals from different industries.
Throughout the evening, attendees enjoyed networking sessions over dinner, exchanged insights about their businesses, and explored opportunities for future partnerships. The energy in the room reflected the supportive and collaborative culture that YSPACES continues to foster.
Recognizing Our Sponsors and Partners
The success of the event was made even more special through the support of our generous sponsors. We extend our sincere appreciation to OOPA Self Drive Car Rentals, a trusted peer-to-peer car-sharing marketplace in the Philippines that provides convenient and reliable mobility solutions for renters and car owners alike.
We also thank Eleanor’s Bakeshop for sharing their delicious baked creations, pastries, cakes, and coffee with the YSPACES community. Their contribution added warmth and sweetness to the celebration and was enjoyed by everyone throughout the evening.
YSPACES is grateful for partners who share our vision of supporting entrepreneurs, startups, and growing businesses through meaningful community experiences.
Celebrating Our Members and Guests
A special thank you goes to all YSPACES members, founders, guests, and community partners who joined us for this milestone event. Your presence, enthusiasm, and willingness to connect transformed the evening into a memorable experience filled with collaboration and camaraderie. Whether you were a long-time YSPACES member or a first-time guest, your participation helped make the first YSPACES Exclusives a true success.
The event also featured exciting raffle prizes, including 1-Day FREE Event Space Usage and 12 Months Virtual Office, adding an extra layer of excitement and appreciation for the growing YSPACES community.
Closing Remarks
As the evening came to a close, Robin Fallaria, Managing Director of YSPACES, delivered inspiring closing remarks. He thanked the members, guests, sponsors, partners, and the entire YSPACES team for making the 1st YSPACES Exclusives possible. Robin highlighted the importance of building a strong entrepreneurial ecosystem where collaboration, trust, and shared growth can flourish. He also expressed his excitement for the future of YSPACES and the many opportunities ahead for its expanding community.
The program concluded with a celebratory toast to the members, partners, sponsors, and guests who contributed to the success of the event. It was a fitting ending to an evening that celebrated not only business growth, but also the relationships and connections that make the YSPACES community truly special.
Looking Forward
The 1st YSPACES Exclusives: Mid-Year Community Social 2026 was more than just an event—it was the beginning of a new tradition of bringing together our community to connect, collaborate, learn, and celebrate. YSPACES extends its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who joined us and helped create an evening filled with inspiration, friendship, and opportunity.
We look forward to welcoming everyone again at future YSPACES Exclusives events as we continue building a stronger, more connected, and more empowered community together. 💙
