Kristine C. Francisco - Alcantara

Kristine C. Francisco-Alcantara is an accomplished trade and technology lawyer, serving as the Founding Partner of Legalgorithm Law and a Fellow of the Foundation for Economic Freedom.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (2002) and a Juris Doctor of Law (2006) from the Ateneo de Manila University.

Kristine is a respected advocate for inclusive economic growth and sustainable development, focusing on open market access, free trade, gender mainstreaming, digital transformation, and innovation exchange.

Her extensive educational background includes specialized studies in Design Thinking, Innovation Strategy, Political Avenues to Opening Markets, Entrepreneurship, and Public Choice Conference.

Kristine has been actively involved in various organizations such as Business and Professional Women (BPW) BGC, UPPAF RESPOND, ASEAN Regional Integration Support from the EU, Asian Development Bank (ADB), Department of Trade and Industry, and European Commission.

She has also held key positions including National Legal Adviser at ADB, Co-Vice Chairperson at Philippine Department of Trade and Industry, and Co-Chair for the Committee on Startups and Innovation at Association of Southeast Nations.

Furthermore, Kristine has contributed her expertise as a Columnist at BusinessWorld Online, Programme Officer at Philippine Women's Economic Network, Guest Lecturer at Ateneo de Manila University, and Regulatory Specialist at APEC - Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation.

Her professional journey includes roles such as Senior Legal Specialist, Legal Expert, National Consultant for Gender and Finance, Senior Policy Specialist, Managing Partner, Senior Associate, and Associate across various legal and trade institutions.