Your gateway to growth in SouthEast Asia
Better Co owns your expansion from setup to ongoing administration, coordinating every step with full visibility so your business becomes operational, compliant, and predictable.
Specializes in market entry and project management strategies to scale your business in the Philippines and across Southeast Asia.
Why Expansion Breaks
And how we fix it
The Problem
Most companies struggle with making expansion work due to multiple vendors, unclear timelines, and non-operational results.
The Insight
Expansion breaks when there is no single owner, no clear sequencing, and no visibility.
The Solution
Better Co acts as the single accountable owner from entity setup to ongoing administration, ensuring your business is 'runnable,' not just registered.
Our Services
Comprehensive business solutions designed to streamline your operations and fuel sustainable growth in the modern Southeast Asian market.
Expansion Set-up
Advisory, nominee services, and incorporation
Ongoing Administration
Post-incorporation setup and compliance infrastructure
Operational Readiness
Compliance, bookkeeping, and payroll management
How It Works
The Operational Foundation Your Next Round Depends On
Expansion is not a checklist. It's a sequence. We guide you through four critical phases: Planning & Scoping, Setup & Sequencing, Operational Readiness, and Ongoing Administration—with complete visibility at every step.
Our Team
Fellow entrepreneurs and business owners helping others in their entrepreneurship journey.
We're not career consultants—we're founders and operators who've built businesses across Southeast Asia. We bring real-world experience and a hands-on approach to every engagement.
Let's Talk About Your Expansion
Ready to make Southeast Asia expansion predictable? Get in touch and let's discuss how we can help.
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Making Southeast Asia Expansion Predictable
We exist to transform the complexity of regional expansion into a clear, accountable, and operational reality.
Our Core Mission
Better Co exists to make Southeast Asia expansion predictable.
Predictable Expansion
We eliminate the uncertainty of regional growth with clear timelines and accountable execution.
Embedded Partnership
We operate as your embedded partner, not a vendor—taking ownership down to the last detail.
Operational Excellence
We ensure your business is runnable, not just registered—from setup to ongoing administration.
Single Accountability
One partner coordinating every step, so you always know what's done, what's blocked, and what's next.
Our Value Proposition
We believe expansion should not depend on fragmented vendors, unclear timelines, or reactive decision-making.
We operate as an embedded partner, not a vendor. We take ownership of the work down to the last detail to ensure it is actually runnable, not just registered.
Embedded Partnership
We don't just hand you a checklist and disappear. We're in the trenches with you, managing every dependency, clearing every blocker, and ensuring every step is executed correctly the first time.From entity setup to payroll administration, we own the outcome—so you can focus on building your business, not managing vendors.
Your gateway to growth in Southeast Asia. Making expansion predictable, operational, and compliant.
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Our Services
Comprehensive business solutions designed to streamline your operations and fuel sustainable growth in the modern Southeast Asian market.
Expansion Set-up
Laying the Foundation for Growth
We handle the critical first steps of your Southeast Asia expansion with precision and expertise.
Advisory
Expert legal and structural guidance for custom corporate frameworks tailored to your business needs.
Nominee Services
Secure, local nominee appointments for directors and officers, ensuring compliance and local presence.
Incorporation
Full management of SEC and BIR registration processes, navigating bureaucracy so you don't have to.
Operational Readiness
From Registered to Ready
Getting registered is one thing. Being ready to actually operate is another. We bridge that gap.
Post-Incorporation
Business permit procurement, social registrations, and corporate bank setup.
Compliance Infrastructure
Official business address and Corporate Secretarial services to keep you compliant and professional.
Banking & Payments
Full coordination of corporate bank accounts and payment processing setup for seamless operations.
Ongoing Administration
Stay Compliant, Stay Focused
We handle the ongoing complexity of local compliance and back-office operations so you can focus on growth.
Compliance
Handling all mandatory government reporting and tax filings—on time, every time.
Back-office Support
Full-service bookkeeping, accounting, and end-to-end payroll administration.
Continuous Monitoring
Proactive monitoring of regulatory changes and ensuring your business stays ahead of compliance requirements.
Ready to Start Your Expansion?
Let's discuss how we can help you enter and scale across Southeast Asia with confidence and clarity.
Your gateway to growth in Southeast Asia. Making expansion predictable, operational, and compliant.
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How It Works
The Operational Foundation Your Next Round Depends On
Expansion is not a checklist. It's a sequence. Here's how we make it predictable.
Planning and Scoping
Defining what needs to be done and the exact order of dependencies.
We map out your entire expansion journey from start to finish
Identify all regulatory requirements and dependencies
Create a clear timeline with defined milestones
Establish accountability and communication protocols
Setup and Sequencing
Executing entity setup and registrations in the correct sequence to avoid rework.
Handle incorporation and business registration
Execute steps in the proper order to prevent delays
Coordinate with local authorities and agencies
Manage documentation and compliance requirements
Operational Readiness
Ensuring payroll, banking, and internal processes are actually runnable.
Set up corporate banking and payment systems
Establish payroll and HR infrastructure
Configure accounting and financial reporting
Ensure all systems are tested and operational
Ongoing Administration
Managing continuous compliance, filings, and reporting.
Handle all government filings and tax obligations
Maintain corporate secretarial services
Manage ongoing compliance requirements
Provide regular reporting and updates
The Visibility Layer
Throughout the entire process, you always see what is done, what is blocked, and what is next with clear accountability.No black boxes. No surprises. Just transparent, proactive communication at every step of your expansion journey.
Real-time status updates on all activities
Clear visibility into blockers and dependencies
Proactive communication on next steps
Single point of accountability for all deliverables
Ready to Make Your Expansion Predictable?
Let's walk through your specific situation and map out a clear path to operational readiness.
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Our Team
Fellow entrepreneurs and business owners helping others in their entrepreneurship journey.
Gelo is the founder of Better Co International, Ltd., established with a mission to empower startups through strategic planning and scalable operations. A seasoned entrepreneur with over a decade of experience across Southeast Asia, he specializes in building organizations from the ground up and optimizing processes for sustainable growth.With a strong background in eCommerce, supply chain, and logistics, Gelo has held key leadership positions in VC-backed startups within SEA. He later co-founded Armada Brands and Jelli Tech International while also providing strategic consulting across various industries. From launching ventures to scaling operations, Gelo combines deep industry insights with hands-on execution to drive business success.
Anesa is a young professional with experience in recruitment, business strategy, and executive support across international teams. She's worked closely with founders and leadership teams, helping streamline operations, building strong teams and support business growth.She's passionate about fostering collaborative environments where both people and businesses can thrive. She truly enjoys solving problems, creating structure where it's needed, and bringing teams together to achieve shared goals.
Jules is a results-driven operations and project management professional with extensive experience in e-commerce fulfillment, supply chain strategy, and vendor partnerships across Southeast Asia's most competitive markets.With key roles at Zalora as Performance Operations and Fulfillment Strategy Manager and Associate Manager for Projects and Vendor Management, alongside Project Manager positions at Armada Brands and LF Logistics, she brings a sharp operational mindset and a proven ability to build efficient systems, align stakeholders, and scale processes that drive sustainable business performance.
Why We Do What We Do
We're not career consultants who've only seen business from the outside. We're founders, operators, and builders who've been in the trenches.
We've felt the pain of unclear timelines, fragmented vendors, and the gap between "registered" and "operational." That's why we built Better Co—to be the partner we wish we'd had.
Let's Build Together
Ready to work with a team that truly understands the Southeast Asian startup landscape? Let's talk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions, answered. Everything you need to know about working with Better Co.
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We'd love to hear from you. Book a free consultation and let's discuss how we can help your business grow across Southeast Asia.
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Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy outlines how Better Co International collects, uses, and protects your personal information.
Information We Collect
When you use our services or contact us through our website, we may collect the following information:
• Personal Information: Name, email address, company name, and any other information you provide in our contact forms
• Business Information: Details about your business needs, expansion plans, and consultation requirements
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data through cookies and analyticsHow We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
• To respond to your inquiries and provide consultation services
• To communicate with you about our services, updates, and relevant business opportunities
• To improve our website, services, and customer experience
• To comply with legal obligations and protect our business interests
• To send you marketing communications (with your consent, where required)Data Protection & Security
Better Co International takes data security seriously. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
• All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols
• Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only
• We regularly review and update our security practices
• We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policyInformation Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
• With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our business (e.g., hosting, analytics)
• When required by law, regulation, or legal process
• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• With your explicit consentYour Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal data
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider
To exercise these rights, please contact us at inquiry@betterco.asiaCookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
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You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.Questions About Privacy?
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please don't hesitate to contact us.Email: info@betterco.asiaAddress: Unit 2a, 17/F, Glenealy Tower, No.1 Glenealy, Central, Hong KongWe may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Terms & Conditions
Please read these terms carefully before using our services. By engaging with Better Co International, you agree to these terms and conditions.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the Better Co International website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any changes.Services & Consulting
Better Co International provides business consulting, market entry advisory, and operational support services for expansion into Southeast Asia. Our services include but are not limited to:
• Business registration and incorporation assistance
• Market entry strategy and consulting
• Compliance and regulatory guidance
• Ongoing administration and back-office support
All services are provided on a consulting basis. Better Co International does not provide legal advice, and clients are encouraged to seek independent legal counsel for specific legal matters.Client Responsibilities
As a client or prospective client, you agree to:
• Provide accurate, complete, and current information when requested
• Respond to inquiries and requests for information in a timely manner
• Maintain the confidentiality of any login credentials or sensitive information shared
• Use our services only for lawful purposes and in compliance with all applicable laws
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or informationConfidentiality & Data Use
Better Co International respects the confidentiality of client information. We commit to:
• Treating all client data and business information as confidential
• Not disclosing client information to third parties without consent, except as required by law
• Using client information solely for the purpose of providing our services
Clients also agree to maintain the confidentiality of any proprietary methodologies, strategies, or insights shared by Better Co International during the engagement.Limitation of Liability
Better Co International provides consulting services to the best of our ability, but we cannot guarantee specific outcomes or results. Our liability is limited as follows:
• We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of our services
• Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by the client for the specific service in question
• We are not responsible for delays or failures caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control
• Clients are responsible for their own business decisions and compliance with local regulationsIntellectual Property
All content on the Better Co International website, including text, graphics, logos, and designs, is the property of Better Co International and protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.
• You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission
• Client-specific deliverables and reports become the property of the client upon full payment
• Our methodologies, frameworks, and proprietary processes remain the property of Better Co InternationalPayment Terms
Payment terms will be outlined in individual service agreements or proposals. General terms include:
• Fees are due as specified in the engagement agreement
• Late payments may incur interest or suspension of services
• Refund policies, if applicable, will be detailed in the service agreement
• All fees are quoted in USD unless otherwise specifiedTermination
Either party may terminate a service engagement according to the terms specified in the service agreement. General provisions include:
• Clients must provide written notice of termination
• Better Co International reserves the right to terminate services if payment is not received or if terms are violated
• Upon termination, clients remain responsible for any outstanding fees for work completed
• Confidentiality obligations survive terminationGoverning Law & Disputes
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of Hong Kong SAR. Any disputes arising from these terms or the use of our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Hong Kong.
In the event of a dispute, both parties agree to first attempt resolution through good-faith negotiation. If the dispute cannot be resolved within 30 days, either party may pursue formal legal remedies.Questions About These Terms?
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us. We're here to help clarify any aspect of our agreement.Email: info@betterco.asiaAddress: Unit 2a, 17/F, Glenealy Tower, No.1 Glenealy, Central, Hong KongBetter Co International reserves the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Material changes will be communicated to active clients. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.