Interviews / Media
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ENTREPRENEUR
This Is How Sports Helped an Individual To Become a Better Entrepreneur
Entrepreneurship is a path rife with many challenges and uncertainties. It is estimated that nine out of ten startups fail: a whopping 90 per cent.
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BANGKOK POST
Muay Thai Brand Yokkao Enters the Streetwear Industry
Yokkao, a Bangkok-based Muay Thai company is pushing the frontiers with the national sport.
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INFLUENCIVE
How Philip Villa established Yokkao in the Muay Thai World
Yokkao, a fashion brand in the Muay Thai Boxing world, has established a strong and unique place in the market. It differentiates itself from traditional brands by supplying head-turning fight gear and trendy sportswear.
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FORBES MONACO
Philip Villa & YOKKAO: Inspiring Others to Chase Their Dreams
In business, plenty of factors come into play before any individual or group can attain the success that they want. Timing, resources, and a host of other factors need to be right for any business to take off.
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VOGUE
Yokkao: from Muay Thai phenomenon to Made in Italy streetwear brand
Yokkao , the leading Thai brand in Muay Thai clothing , famous for having revolutionized the world of martial arts, is ready to change the rules of the game once again, with the arrival of the first Made in Italy streetwear collection.
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BANGKOK POST
Philip Villa and Yokkao Fighters distribute food packets to needy in Thailand
Thailand, one of the most visited countries in the world, is considered by many to be the “street food capital of the world”.
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THRIVE GLOBAL
Philip Villa takes Yokkao and Muay Thai to exponential levels of success
The Italian entrepreneur believes that social media is the place everyone needs to be in, as he talks from his experience in achieving success through the same.
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GULF TODAY
Building a Global Brand: Philip Villa and YOKKAO
To go global is the dream of every brand. That’s the way to go if they want to reach any real success. Knowing that you can reach anyone and everyone around the world, is the epitome of being successful.
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IB TIMES
Philip Villa Launches Muay Thai into the Fashion Industry
Muay Thai, also known as Thai boxing, is a martial art that originated in Thailand. Today, it is a sport that is well-known and practised all around the world. Muay Thai is often cited as a heavy influence on the modern kickboxing sport. It is also favored by many athletes in mixed martial arts or MMA which is the fastest-growing sport today.
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MUAY THAI CITIZEN
Yokkao Founder Philip Villa: Passion, Intuition, Vision
Yokkao has always been at the forefront in terms of fightgear designs as well as novel ideas and marketing strategies in the traditional Thai sports.
The company is a disruptor in the world of Muay Thai. Its founding in 2010 was a catalyst for many of the industry’s modernization that has taken place in the last decade.
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LA PROGRESSIVE
Philip Villa Signs Transgender Fighter Nong Rose to Yokkao Fight Team
Muay Thai is the national sport of Thailand that is now practised all around the world. Although there are increasingly more female fights in the country, Muay Thai remains a predominantly male-dominated sport. It becomes an even more uphill task to get acceptance and recognition as a transgender in the sport.
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VENTS MAGAZINE
Yokkao, Founded by Philip Villa, Is a “Knock-Out” in the World of Muay Thai
Yokkao is an all-encompassing Muay Thai brand that offers trendy and unique merchandise, including fight gear, clothing, accessories, and more. Yokkao’s trailblazing designs and quality manufacturing truly set it apart from its competitors.
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LA WEEKLY
Philip Villa announces plans for Yokkao in Los Angeles
In just slightly over a decade since it was founded by Philip Villa, Yokkao has grown to become a powerhouse within the global Thai boxing industry.
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AMERICAN DAILY POST
Philip Villa and Yokkao are helping Muay Thai gyms in Northeast Thailand
Muay Thai, also known as Thai boxing, has seen accelerated worldwide popularity in the last decade as it rides along with the growth of mixed martial arts. Despite its international notability, Muay Thai remains a sport for the lower class in Thailand.
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VILLAGE VOICE
YOKKAO: Philip Villa and the Blueprint for Muay Thai Success
Muay Thai is at the heart of YOKKAO. It was one of the main reasons why the brand was established in the first place. So we can say that we owe the existence of YOKKAO to the art of 8 limbs.
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GRAZIA MAGAZINE
How Philip Villa & Yokkao sparked a Muay Thai revolution
Muay Thai has been around for a long time. Its rich history goes back several hundred years in the Kingdom of Siam, the ancient name of Thailand.
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YAHOO FINANCE
Philip Villa Brings Muay Thai Label to Milan Fashion Week
After years in the making, Muay Thai label YOKKAO is ready to debut at Milan Fashion Week, launching its F/W 2021 collection. YOKKAO will hit another milestone as it presents its first sportswear collection alongside some of Italy’s most talented fashion designers.
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LONDON DAILY POST
Philip Villa signs Muay Thai Champion Rodtang Jitmuangnon to Yokkao Fight Team
Yokkao is one of the world’s most prolific fight gear brands in Muay Thai and kickboxing sports. The Bangkok-based company was founded by Italian martial arts practitioner, Philip Villa in 2010.
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THE AMERICAN REPORTER
Philip Villa signs Muay Thai Female World Champions to Yokkao
Yokkao founder Philip Villa has just signed two female fighters to the Yokkao Fight Team: Aida Looksaikongdin and Duangdawnoi Looksaikongdin.
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FLAUNT
Philip Villa and the rising global brand of Yokkao
A global brand enjoys unprecedented reach and recognition. They are known all over the world and are familiar to most people.
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TECH TIMES
How Philip Villa Grow Yokkao with Social Media Platforms
Thai boxing brand, Yokkao and its founder Philip Villa are among the industry's earliest adopters of social media marketing.
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CALIFORNIA HERALD
Philip Villa has had a passion burning in his heart for Muay Thai for many years now. He grew up watching fighting and soon got involved in the sport himself.
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GLOBE
Yokkao Muay Thai Brand Fights for Streetwear Dominance
Yokkao, the Bangkok-based Muay Thai boxing brand, has branched out into the world of fashion through its eagerly-anticipated line of streetwear essentials.
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THE INSCRIBER MAG
How Yokkao founder Philip Villa is bridging Muay Thai & Fashion
Yokkao, a fashion brand famous for its world-class Thai boxing gear and apparel, has established an exclusive and prominent place in the fightwear industry.
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KHALEEJ TIMES
YOKKAO: A success story driven by passion
People love a success story. They simply love to hear about it for different reasons. One is because it inspires them and motivates them to do well for themselves. The success story is something that they could emulate and follow.