Trisha Bantigue is a driven and purposeful individual with a passion for learning and a talent for communication and networking. Despite being declared an independent student at a young age, Trisha has worked hard to become a product of her choices, not her circumstances. She excels in environments that challenge convention, and is committed to inspiring and encouraging others to follow their passions and become leaders in their own right. With experience in tech and international relations, Trisha is particularly interested in the innovative tech and entrepreneurial scene around the San Francisco Bay Area, with a 10-year goal to contribute to better US-Philippine relations through innovation.

In her personal life, Trisha enjoys beauty pageants, modeling, motivational speaking, and mentoring girls with their academic, career, or beauty pageant goals. She also loves wine tasting, hiking, photography, and rock climbing, and is always keen to learn from and connect with new people.