In the Filipino language, 'Katalista' means 'catalyst'—a promoter of change. Katalista serves as the catalyst for economic progress and success throughout the community of 4.2 million Filipino Americans currently living in the U.S.

With expertise in mentorship, leadership development, and community building, Katalista helps Filipino Americans develop the skills needed to thrive in today's competitive economy. We offer resources uniquely suited to the challenges faced by Filipino Americans interested in entrepreneurship across all industries.

We believe in the power of Filipino Americans to inspire, improve, and innovate. Our mission is to empower and support Filipino-American entrepreneurs and changemakers. We understand the value of representation and community support in helping FilAm aspiring entrepreneurs reach their goals.

Katalista offers a range of services, including mentorship programs, development courses, guidance, and resources. These are all designed to empower individuals on the path toward success in entrepreneurship and leadership. Katalista’s flagship program, the Ignition Program, is dedicated to preparing Filipino Americans to be placed into business accelerators based in the U.S.

You must be a Filipino American currently residing in the United States. You must be at least 18 years old to apply. You don’t need to have a minimum viable product (MVP), but you must have an idea on which you have done market research to prove that a viable market exists.

The Ignition Program is a unique and transformative opportunity designed to propel Filipino-American entrepreneurs to the forefront of the US startup ecosystem. What sets this program apart and makes it truly exceptional is the unparalleled combination of experience, expertise, and access it provides. The heart of our program lies in our team and network. Katalista's leadership and mentors include esteemed alumni from some of the most prestigious business accelerators in the world, including Y Combinator. They understand the startup landscape intimately and are passionate about sharing their knowledge, experience, and networks with the next generation of Filipino-American entrepreneurs.