Billy Dec is a serial entrepreneur, creative leader, Emmy Award-winning TV persona and actor, and philanthropist. He has masterfully curated a diverse portfolio of cutting-edge ventures that stand as pillars of excellence, rooted in his unwavering commitment to impact, community, and care. His portfolio includes the Sunda New Asian Restaurant Group, The Underground Nightclub, The Underground Cocktail Club, HR Pro, and the innovative advertising agency, COACT. Dec honors his rich academic background with a legacy of service. As a Chicago-Kent College of Law and Harvard Business School Alumnus, Presidential appointee on the White House Advisory Commission on Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders, and the White House Bullying Prevention Task Force, he continues to actively engage and support his community.Dec’s influence transcends the business world as a filmmaker, actor, and TV personality. He celebrates his inaugural documentary, Food Roots, where he takes his audience with him on a transformative journey to his mother’s native 7641 Islands of the Philippines. He reconnects with his heritage, discovers his personal and professional foundation, and showcases Filipino and Asian American Pacific Islander culture. Dec is a testament to the profound impact that a dedicated entrepreneur can have on the world.