Mary Adelyn Gronda "Dhang" Tecson
Sustainability & Impact Leader
As CEO of Seven Seas Seafood, she pioneers sustainable practices, driving inclusive growth through circular economy and marine conservation, while empowering community enterprises. Recognized as a 2025 Tatler Philippines Front & Female Founder Award Nominee and UNDP's Nature Nest Accelerator Program awardee for Sinaya Seafoods.
As CEO of Seven Seas Seafood, she pioneers sustainable practices, driving inclusive growth through circular economy and marine conservation, while empowering community enterprises. Recognized as a 2025 Tatler Philippines Front & Female Founder Award Nominee and UNDP's Nature Nest Accelerator Program awardee for Sinaya Seafoods.
Work Experience
- Founder & CEO, Seven Seas Seafood International Inc. - "Sinaya Seafoods" (2023–Present)
- Global Director for Country Operations, Plastic Bank (2022–2024)
- Co-founder & Chief Marketing Mermaid, Fishers & Changemakers Inc. (2014–2019)
- Founder & COO, Asam Community Support Inc. (2017–2019)
Education
- Master in Entrepreneurship, Major in Social Enterprise Development Ateneo Graduate School of Business (2018–2019)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing Lyceum of the Philippines University (2005–2009)
Certifications
- British Council Active Citizens Master Facilitator
- ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor Training
- GRI Certification (Ongoing)
- Sustainable Business Coach & Mentor
Affiliations
- SDG Venture Scaler Business Coach (2024–Present)
- Bridge for Billions Mentor (2023–Present)
- ASEIC Sustainable Business Mentor (2021–2022)
- ASEAN Young Business Leaders Initiative
- British Council Active Citizens
Skills
- Sustainable Business Strategy
- Community Enterprise Development
- Marine Conservation & Gender Equity
- Organizational & Operational Excellence
- Business Mentoring & Coaching