
OUR ASHTREE CONSULTANCY INC. TEAM
Fernando "Anton" Castillo
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Mr. Castillo is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of P/E Capital Investments South-East Asia Private Limited and also the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of P/E Capital Investment Management Partners. Anton is also a Family Office Director for Investment and Finance, knowledgeable in payment platforms, and adept in Fund Structuring across various jurisdictions. With a Bachelor's Degree in Management Engineering from the Ateneo De Manila University and a Master's Degree in Finance from Singapore Management University with his Thesis: "Predicting a Currency Crisis", Mr. Castillo was able to secure a position in ING Bank N.V., Singapore's Structured Finance. Attended the Master of Science in Computational Finance program from the De Lasalle Graduate School of Business. Anton has a vast experience in Finance and Investment.
Jerahmeel "Jer" Chen
Director of Investments and Business Development
Mr. Chen is currently the managing director for Trans-tec International Marketing, a distributor for SMTE equipment and machines based in the Philippines, Singapore & Hong Kong. He has more than 17 years of professional experience on corporate operational improvements, organizational restructuring, creation of financial systems, and financial engineering services in his business partnerships both local and international. He also represents a Singapore-based fund to develop and construct commercial properties in the Philippines. As part of his advocacy, Jerahmeel also acts as an advisor and consultant to various SMEs and start-ups in the Philippines focusing on financial engineering and planning of fundraising activities. He is currently a board member of one of the foundations in the Philippines and is an active member of the Management Association of the Philippines.
Juan Rafael "Rafe" Tomblin
Digital Asset Officer (DAO)
Mr. Tomblin is the Digital Asset Officer for P/E Capital Investments' digital assets program under the blockchain protocol. He is currently studying Physics with Astrophysics at the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom. Born and raised in Hong Kong to Filipino and English parents, he tries to engrain himself into different cultures to be as connected as possible with those who matter, especially at work. Previously, Rafe worked in setting up an electronic database from scratch for VIGUZ construction corporation; an experience he is using to start his career out on the right foot. An international associate with a wealth of experience in programming, data science and mathematics, he hopes to put his interests in blockchain and finance alongside his passions for science to make his own mark in the decentralized finance blockchain revolution.
Don Eliseo Lucero-Prisno III
Senior Advisor for Partnerships and Development
Dr. Prisno is a medical doctor and a global health scientist working in the field of global health equity, development, and financing. He is currently a Health Financing Expert at the Asian Development Bank. He has academic teaching with the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and has been with Harvard University and the University of Liverpool. He is a Visiting Professor at Mahidol University and Taipei Medical University. He has consulted for the World Bank, the European Commission, the World Health Organization, and a number of governments and organizations. He is the Founder of Global Health Focus (GHF), an international initiative developing critical thinkers and leaders in global health. Don is the Editor-in-Chief of Public Health Challenges (Wiley) and is the Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Global Health Research and Policy (BMC). Don holds a Ph.D. (Cardiff University), MSc (Erasmus University), MPH (Royal Tropical Institute Amsterdam), and MD (University of the Philippines). He was awarded The Outstanding Young Man (TOYM) of the Philippines in Global Health in 2009. Don likes traveling with his family and has traveled to 150 countries and territories. He is a divemaster and loves running.
Maria Lurdez “Lulu” B. Solis
International Associate / Global Business Services Group / Philippine Operations
Ms. Solis is an International Associate of P/E Capital Investment Management Partners. She focuses on the Global Business Services Group of the firm in Manila, Philippines through Interactive Brokers Securities LLC and Charles Schwab Corporation. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting Technology from Far Eastern University, she started her career as a Tax Analyst with Ernst & Young GDS (CS) Philippines. A critical thinker and fast learner, Ms. Solis was a member of the National Federation of the Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants. With a passion to help the needy, Lulu advocates and volunteers for the World Surgical Foundation Philippines.
Kristel Joy M. Rance
International Associate / Global Business Services Group / Philippine Operations
Ms. Rance is an International Associate of P/E Capital Investment Management Partners and supports the Global Business Services Group of the firm in Manila, Philippines through Interactive Brokers Securities LLC. With a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering and graduated Cum Laude, Kristel is a specialist in security systems solutions and was a former Systems Engineer at Nexus Technologies Inc. prior to joining the firm. A dog lover, Ms. Rance supports the P/E Capital Investments’ advocacy in the Philippines.
Maria Kriselle "Kri" R. Catacutan
International Associate / Special Markets Development Officer / Global Operations
Ms. Catacutan is an International Associate of P/E Capital Investment Management Partners. She focuses on Business Development Programs of the firm in the Philippines through Interactive Brokers Securities LLC and supports the Global Investment Services Operations. With more than 10 years of experience in the business process outsourcing industry, Kri had the opportunity to serve in various functions of customer services management. Prior to joining the firm, she led the operations team of Probe Group Philippines as its Senior Operations Manager. Kri earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing and supports the altruistic health care advocacy programs of P/E Capital Investments specially the World Surgical Foundation. Living in the Philippines, Kri is very fluent in English and Tagalog.
Mark Jason "Jays" D. Villamor
Technology and Information Officer
Mr Villamor is the Technology and Information Officer of P/E Capital Investment Management Partner and supports the global business services group’s data analytics. With a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from Far Eastern University, Jason started his career as a Python developer. Prior to joining the firm, he was a software support engineer of STRATIS IoT Inc., a company based in Philadelphia, USA. Mr Villamor supports the advocacy of the firm, the Word Surgical Foundation Philippines, as a volunteer Technology and Information Officer. A doting father, Jason finds joy spending most of his free time with his son, Levi.
Paul Anthony S. Cervania
Information and Technology Associate
Mr. Cervania is the Information and Technology Associate of P/E Capital Investment Management Partners. With his more than 5 years of experience in LG Computer Products U.S.A. and TELUS (a TelComm company in Canada) as a Technical Support Specialist, Paul provides supports for computer system and troubleshoot issues encountered by the team. He is also the graphic artist and website designer of the team as he is an Art Enthusiast. Mr. Cervania earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and supports the advocacy of the firm, the Word Surgical Foundation Philippines, as a volunteer.