Meet the AAClatan Team

Our diverse team of speech-language pathologists, technology experts, and artists are dedicated to helping every Filipino communicate authentically, preserve their cultural identity, and strengthen their belonging.

Leadership

Our Core Team

Meet the hearts and minds behind AAClatan's mission.

Alfred Abanto

Alfred Abanto

Chief Executive Officer

Leads AAClatan's overall strategy, operations, and growth, and drives innovation efforts that translate technological advancements into social impact.

Computer EngineeringEmbedded Systems
Joie Llantero

Joie Llantero

Chief Technology Officer

Oversees the development of AAClatan’s technological solutions and platforms, ensures their accessibility and reliability.

Software EngineeringSecurity Engineering
Ellyn Chua

Ellyn Chua

Chief Vision Officer

Shapes the long-term vision and direction of AAClatan, and ensures that AAClatan’s solutions are culturally relevant, grounded in evidence and/or theory, and centered on the the real-life needs of Filipino AAC users, their families, and the professionals they work with.

Speech-Language PathologyAssistive Technology
Danielle Berenguer

Danielle Berenguer

Chief Creative Officer

Envisions the visual design of AAClatan’s tools, platforms, and products to ensure that they are culturally appropriate, engaging, intuitive, and on brand.

Fine Arts
Margarita Caparas

Margarita Caparas

Chief Business Officer

Develops strategies for AAClatan's business growth, strategic partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and scalable operations to balance social impact with long-term sustainability.

Technology Management
Our Values

What Drives Us

These core values guide everything we do and shape our commitment to the AAC community.

Inclusion and Equity

Striving to make AAC solutions accessible to all Filipinos so that everyone’s voice is heard.

Integrity

Operating transparently and ethically to build trust with the stakeholders we serve.

Cultural Preservation

Supporting Filipino AAC users to express themselves in their first language and keep cultural traditions alive.

Innovation Grounded in Community

Developing creative solutions that are practical, affordable, and grounded in the realities of Filipino communities.

Commitment to Excellence

Upholding the highest standards with dedication and persistence across technology, speech-language pathology, and creative design.

Joy, Purpose, and Compassion

Cultivating a work environment where every member of the AAClatan team thrives, feels supported, and finds meaning, fulfillment, and camaraderie in what we do.

Join Our Mission

We welcome passionate professionals who share our commitment to giving every Filipino a voice. Explore career opportunities at AAClatan.