Jonathan Yabut, a proud Filipino winner of The Apprentice Asia, is from Manila and has over 15 years of experience as a notable marketer and HR professional. Recognized as “Asia’s Millennial Guru,” he is a sought-after motivational speaker on leadership and millennial talent development. Jonathan has penned four best-selling motivational books, including "From Grit to Great" and "Everything Will Be Alright," which focuses on work-life balance and mental health. He uniquely holds the distinction of being the only Filipino author to achieve best-seller status in Southeast Asian markets such as Malaysia and Singapore. Currently, he serves as the founder and managing director of The JY Consultancy & Ventures, a marketing firm that provides services to both startups and Fortune 500 companies across Asia.