My name is David San Luis, and I’ve been working at Lexcode Inc. for a little over two months now. During my stay here, I’ve been diving into the world of OFWs, promoting our services while also listening to their stories. I come from a background in marketing within the music industry, so working here has been a breath of fresh air. It feels rewarding to contribute to something that has such a direct and meaningful impact on the lives of Filipinos who are preparing to work abroad. 

The main project I’ve been working on is KabayanXpress, a service that provides document translation services for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and visa applicants. With its recent launch, our team has been hands-on both on the ground and online. We’ve been visiting embassies, local government units, and manning agencies that have shown interest in partnering with us. These visits allow us not only to introduce our services but also to better understand the concerns of OFWs and the institutions that support them. 

Traveling to these agencies can get tough, especially in the heat, but we do our best to spread the word about the service. Talking to officials and seeing local government offices filled with aspiring OFWs gives us valuable insight into our target audience. It’s in these conversations that we learn about the real challenges they face, from paperwork to delays, and how we can improve our services to meet their needs.