{"id":12314,"date":"2025-01-29T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-29T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asia.wordcamp.org\/2025\/?p=12314"},"modified":"2025-01-28T22:58:09","modified_gmt":"2025-01-28T14:58:09","slug":"community-spotlight-vol-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asia.wordcamp.org\/2025\/community-spotlight-vol-5\/","title":{"rendered":"Community Spotlight Vol. 5"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

WordCamp Asia 2025 is shaping up to be a premier tech event, driving the future of the open-source web. At its heart lies a vibrant community and a spirit of giving back. It’s the passionate individuals within this community who are shaping the event into something truly special. Let’s meet four of these remarkable people and discover how their dedication to helping others is making WordCamp Asia 2025 an unforgettable experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Regan Khadgi<\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A WordCamp Asia Organizer Passionate About Community Growth<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Regan Khadgi Avatar<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Regan Khadgi, a WordPress enthusiast from Kathmandu, Nepal, has been contributing to the WordPress ecosystem since 2011. He started as a coder and speaker, eventually co-organizing WordCamp Kathmandu in 2019. Having played key roles in the Speakers, Program, and Volunteers teams for WordCamp Asia, Regan is now a core organizer for WordCamp Asia 2025. His focus is on selecting and managing volunteers to ensure the event\u2019s smooth execution. Outside of WordPress, he is a dedicated father and a fitness enthusiast, hitting the gym six days a week. Regan is passionate about creating impactful events that foster community growth and encourages others to get involved for the invaluable experience it offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Vachan Kudmule<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Innovating WordCamp Asia 2025<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Vachan Kudmule Avatar<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Vachan Kudmule, a Mumbai-based digital agency owner and WordPress enthusiast, has been shaping the digital world since 2002. With a background in architecture and a passion for design and technology, Vachan has been an active member of the WordPress community since 2013. For WordCamp Asia 2025, he is leading the newly formed Technology team, responsible for the event\u2019s website and technological innovations. Having contributed to multiple WordCamps, including roles in design and registration, Vachan is excited to experiment with new ideas to make the event even more exclusive and impactful. When not immersed in WordPress, he\u2019s working on his woodworking studio, blending creativity with hands-on craftsmanship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pantira Aswakiatkajorn<\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Connecting Cultures Through WordCamp Asia 2025<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Pantira A. [Yugi5002] Avatar<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Pantira Aswakiatkajorn, a passionate WordPress user from Bangkok, Thailand, has been a part of the WordPress community since 2014. She contributed as a Translation Contributor and took on key organizing roles in WordCamp Asia 2023. For WordCamp Asia 2025, Pantira joins the Volunteer Team, helping to recruit and support volunteers to ensure a smooth event. Excited to meet new friends and learn about diverse cultures, Pantira is eager to contribute to the success of the event despite her concerns about language barriers. Her involvement reflects her commitment to growing the WordPress community, and she hopes the experience will help her connect with people across Asia while expanding her own horizons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dan Tabifranca<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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From Chef to WordCamp Asia 2025 Organizer<\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Dan Tabifranca Avatar<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Dan Tabifranca, Marketing Director at Blue Liquid Designs, brings creativity from his culinary background into the WordPress world. A passionate member of the WordPress community since 2019, he\u2019s actively involved in organizing and speaking at meetups and WordCamps. For WordCamp Asia 2025, Dan is leading the Attendee Experience (AX) Team, where he\u2019s focused on creating a memorable event with unique Filipino flavors, accessibility, and exciting social events. Dan is excited to connect with global WordPress enthusiasts, learn new things, and ensure everyone has a fantastic time at this year\u2019s flagship WordCamp event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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These stories show us that WordCamp Asia is more than just a conference; it’s a community built on the generosity and passion of people like Regan, Vachan, Pantira, and Dan. We’re so grateful for their dedication, and we can’t wait to celebrate with them (and you!) in Manila!
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