Connect. Expand. Ascend.

Connecting Brands
across Southeast Asia

We help brands expand, launch, and scale — bridging opportunities between markets, partners, and consumers.

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Malaysia Singapore Philippines Australia SOUTHEAST ASIA & PACIFIC

About Ascend Ventures

Building local pathways
for global brands

Ascend Ventures is a market entry and strategic partnership firm dedicated to helping global brands find their footing in the Philippines. We understand the nuances — the regulatory landscapes, the consumer behaviours, the distribution networks — that make each market distinct.

From first entry to sustained scale, we serve as the on-the-ground partner that bridges opportunities between international brands and local ecosystems. Our work spans market intelligence, brand localisation, distribution partnerships, and long-term growth strategy.

Based in the Philippines, we operate across the region with a network built on trust, relationships, and results.

Fitness
Gyms, equipment, active lifestyle brands entering SEA
Retail
Specialty stores, franchise concepts, and consumer brands
Wellness
Health, recovery, and personal care brands scaling regionally
Supplements
Sports nutrition and functional health products for SEA markets

Our Partners

NUTRIPOD

Asia's Fastest-Growing Protein Shake Vending Network

MY  Malaysia
73locations
Largest market in the network
SG  Singapore
45locations
Premium fitness market
PH  Philippines
28locations
Fastest growing — expanding now

Nutripod is an innovative, cashless vending solution that gives gym-goers instant access to freshly blended premium protein shakes and pre-workout drinks 24/7. With a proven network across Malaysia and Singapore, and rapid expansion underway in the Philippines, Nutripod represents a high-demand, low-overhead opportunity in the fast-growing fitness market.

Nutripod vending machine

Franchise opportunity

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ELITE SUPPLEMENTS

Coming soon in the Philippines

Australia's #1 Store for Sports & Health Supplements

Elite Supplements is one of the leading sports nutrition and supplement retailers in Australia, with over 140 stores nationwide and a growing international presence in Singapore and New Zealand.

Founded in 2005, the brand is trusted by fitness enthusiasts for its expert advice, extensive product range, and commitment to helping customers achieve their health and wellness goals.

In partnership with Ascend Ventures, Elite Supplements is set to expand into the Philippines, bringing its proven retail model and premium supplement offerings to one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing fitness markets.

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Whether you're a brand looking to expand or interested in a franchise opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Email

hello@ascendventuresph.com

Location

Makati City, Philippines