Startups are at the forefront of AI innovation. Every startup dreams of making it big with AI, but without a solid security foundation, those dreams can quickly turn into nightmares. As we all know, with great power comes great responsibility especially when it comes to the security of these AI-powered systems. This session offers a comprehensive overview of security threats to AI-powered systems, products, and solutions. We'll discuss various strategies to effectively manage and mitigate these threats and risks.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Scaling Your Management Team
Speaker:
Mohan Belani
CEO/Co-Founder, e27
Scaling Your Management Team: Building Trust, Embracing Conflict, and Driving Accountability. Are you ready to take your management team to the next level of success? Join us for an enlightening workshop led by Mohan Belani, CEO and Co-Founder of e27.co. This action-oriented session is designed to equip CEOs, management teams, and managers with the essential skills and strategies needed to scale their teams effectively. We will delve into the core pillars of successful team scaling: building trust, embracing conflict, and driving accountability. Mohan will share his invaluable insights, drawn from his extensive experience in leading successful organizations, on how to foster an environment of trust where innovation thrives. Whether you are a seasoned CEO, a member of a management team, or an aspiring manager, this workshop is your roadmap to scaling your team effectively.
Ask me anything about AI Security for Startups. Join us and let's discuss your real world issues and questions about this topic.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Silicon Valley Perspectives on Artifical Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLM)
Speaker:
Chris McCann
Partner, Race Capital
Looking to tap into the latest trends and insights in the AI (Artificial Intelligence) and LLM (Large Language Model) market? Then don't miss this exclusive discussion featuring perspectives from Silicon Valley Venture Capitalist Chris McCann. From startups to established tech giants, Chris will share his experiences and insights on what it takes to succeed in this dynamic and rapidly evolving industry. Whether you're a software developer, entrepreneur, or investor, you'll gain practical tips and strategies for leveraging the latest AI and LLM technologies to drive growth and profitability. So if you're ready to take your game to the next level, join us for a deep dive into the exciting world of AI and LLM, Silicon Valley-style!
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Networking Break
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
AI-Powered Growth for Small Businesses
Speaker:
Vince Loremia
Founder/CEO, Cleaningly and Tudlo
Join Filipino-Australian Tech Entrepreneur Vince Loremia as he shares his expertise on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help small businesses achieve million-peso revenues.
Discover practical tips, tools, and strategies that are specifically tailored for service-based small businesses like laundry services, cleaning, logistics, and others. If you have a product-based business, Vince will also demonstrate how to implement easily-accessible AI tools for lead generation, digital/content marketing, and customer support.
Don't miss this interactive workshop where you can connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and technologists. Learn how to leverage AI to grow your business and take it to the next level.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Exclusive Investor's Dinner
Details will be emailed to registered investors. Or, email [email protected]
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Early check-in for Conference
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Move The Fridge: GOAB 2023
Sponsored by
Kickstart Ventures
RSVP Required. Get ready for #MovetheFridge at GOAB! Kickstart Ventures presents a special welcoming event for all Geeks on a Beach attendees. Join us for an evening of fun exciting networking with fellow geeks!
Time
Event
Track 2
Masterclass
Host:
Haifa Carina Baluyos
ASEAN Alliances and Programs Manager, eCloudvalley VP for Developer Programs, DEVCON
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Check-in / Registration
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
AI Security for Startups: Ensuring Safety and Trust from Day One
Startups are at the forefront of AI innovation. Every startup dreams of making it big with AI, but without a solid security foundation, those dreams can quickly turn into nightmares. As we all know, with great power comes great responsibility especially when it comes to the security of these AI-powered systems. This session offers a comprehensive overview of security threats to AI-powered systems, products, and solutions. We'll discuss various strategies to effectively manage and mitigate these threats and risks.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Empowering Rural Communities through AI Outsourcing
Speakers:
Gina Romero
Founder, Connected Women
Luis F. Gonzales
Chief Data and AI Officer, Aboitiz Power Co-founder, AI Asia Pacific Institute
Join us for an informative and inspiring workshop that explores the power of socially responsible outsourcing as a means of fostering inclusive innovation and empowering women in rural communities. Using Connected Women as a case study, we will delve into the transformative impact of training rural women on basic computer skills, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) data annotation abilities, enabling them to work from home and participate in the tech industry. We will share real use cases where CW has helped clients build out their AI or data pipelines, empowering them to transform their businesses while enhancing social impact. Whether you're a corporate leader, a tech entrepreneur, or simply curious about the potential of social impact tech, this workshop is your chance to engage with like-minded individuals and explore the transformative power of inclusive innovation.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch Break
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Maximizing Business Growth with a Cloud Services Framework
Speakers:
Brian Vasay
Software Engineer and Educator
Raphael Francis Quisumbing
Cloud &ITAdvisor
Are you ready to take your startup to the next level? Discover how cloud services, like AWS, can supercharge your growth. Our expert speakers have tailored this special curriculum just for the GOAB audience. We recognize that every business is unique, and that's why this hands-on workshop is dedicated to helping you develop a framework that's customized to YOUR goals, technology landscape, and industry. At the workshop, we'll simplify the Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF), a structured approach to effectively migrate your company's operations, data, and applications to cloud-based platforms. This approach can improve operational efficiency, scale and lower IT costs, and ultimately drive growth. Whether you're a seasoned cloud services user or a newbie, our doors are open to everyone from executives to IT professionals. Bring your hard questions and prepare to learn from some of the best in the industry.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Networking Break
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Global Expansion for Software Development Agencies
Speakers:
Jason Torres
Founder, Mashup Garage & Neon Playground
Albert Padin
Founder/CTO, Symph
Mastering the Art of Running a Globally Focused Software Development Agency. Join us for a workshop that will provide you with the knowledge and strategies to effectively scale your agency and thrive in a competitive market. Learn from our expert speakers who will share valuable insights drawn from real-world experiences, challenges, and success stories. Gain the tools to navigate the complexities of working with clients from different countries and diverse backgrounds. Discover how to adapt your workflows and processes for seamless collaboration with startups and global companies. Whether you're an agency owner, software professional, or aspiring entrepreneur, this workshop is your catalyst for growth and global recognition.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Exclusive Investor's Dinner
Details will be emailed to registered investors. Or, email [email protected]
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Early check-in for Conference
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Move The Fridge: GOAB 2023
Sponsored by
Kickstart Ventures
RSVP Required. Get ready for #MovetheFridge at GOAB! Kickstart Ventures presents a special welcoming event for all Geeks on a Beach attendees. Join us for an evening of fun exciting networking with fellow geeks!
Time
Event
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Investor's Dinner For investors, by investors
Facilitators:
Jojo Flores
Co-Founder, Plug and Play Tech Center
Dave Overton
Organizer, Tech Lead
Startups are at the forefront of AI innovation. Every startup dreams of making it big with AI, but without a solid security foundation, those dreams can quickly turn into nightmares. As we all know, with great power comes great responsibility especially when it comes to the security of these AI-powered systems. This session offers a comprehensive overview of security threats to AI-powered systems, products, and solutions. We'll discuss various strategies to effectively manage and mitigate these threats and risks.
Time
Event
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Check-in / Registration
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
AI Security for Startups: Ensuring Safety and Trust from Day One
Joshua Arvin "Arvs" Lat, CTO and AWS Machine Learning Hero, shares his practical expertise in machine learning, engineering, and cybersecurity as an international speaker and author of multiple books, including Machine Learning Engineering on AWS and "Building and Automating Penetration Testing Labs in the Cloud".
Arvs is the CTO of NuWorks Interactive Labs, Inc. He previously served as the CTO of 3 Australian-owned companies and also served as the Director for Software Development and Engineering for multiple e-commerce startups in the past. Years ago, he and his team won 1st place in a global cybersecurity competition with their published research paper. As an AWS Machine Learning Hero, he has been sharing his knowledge in several international conferences to discuss practical strategies on machine learning, engineering, security, and management. He is also the author of the books "Machine Learning with Amazon SageMaker Cookbook", "Machine Learning Engineering on AWS", and "Building and Automating Penetration Testing Labs in the Cloud". The last book is expected to be released by November 2023.
Startups are at the forefront of AI innovation. Every startup dreams of making it big with AI, but without a solid security foundation, those dreams can quickly turn into nightmares. As we all know, with great power comes great responsibility especially when it comes to the security of these AI-powered systems. This session offers a comprehensive overview of security threats to AI-powered systems, products, and solutions. We'll discuss various strategies to effectively manage and mitigate these threats and risks.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Empowering Rural Communities through AI Outsourcing
Unconventional Entrepreneur. Community Builder. Inclusive Innovation. VentureBeat Women in AI Awards Finalist, The Outstanding Women in the Nations Service (TOWNS) Winner
Join us for an informative and inspiring workshop that explores the power of socially responsible outsourcing as a means of fostering inclusive innovation and empowering women in rural communities. Using Connected Women as a case study, we will delve into the transformative impact of training rural women on basic computer skills, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) data annotation abilities, enabling them to work from home and participate in the tech industry. We will share real use cases where CW has helped clients build out their AI or data pipelines, empowering them to transform their businesses while enhancing social impact.Whether you're a corporate leader, a tech entrepreneur, or simply curious about the potential of social impact tech, this workshop is your chance to engage with like-minded individuals and explore the transformative power of inclusive innovation.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch Break
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Maximizing Business Growth with a Cloud Services Framework
Brian Vasay has been in the information, communication & technology industry for more than 10+ years and has assumed numerous roles such as Software Developer, DevOps Engineer, Solutions Architect and Educator. Currently, he is working for Crawford & Company helping multiple teams successfully implement well-architected solutions in AWS. He is also an Amazon Accredited Instructor (AAI) and active volunteer in the AWSUG tutor study group and is committed to sharing his knowledge of building cutting-edge solutions as well as providing effective mentorship to the AWS community.
Raphael is a proud Cebuano Technopreneur. Raphael is presently the Head of Product for Broadcast of Media:Track, the fastest growing International media monitoring outsourcing hub. He has served multiple roles such as CTO & COO of Edukasyon.ph, the largest Ed-Tech Platform in the Philippines. He has also served as founding and Senior IT management of startups Upteamco (renamed to Luxclusif) and AvaPH, Fashion B2B and B2C E-commerce respectively, both funded by various global capital ventures.
Are you ready to take your startup to the next level? Discover how cloud services, like AWS, can supercharge your growth. Our expert speakers have tailored this special curriculum just for the GOAB audience. We recognize that every business is unique, and that's why this hands-on workshop is dedicated to helping you develop a framework that's customized to YOUR goals, technology landscape, and industry. At the workshop, we'll simplify the Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF), a structured approach to effectively migrate your company's operations, data, and applications to cloud-based platforms. This approach can improve operational efficiency, scale and lower IT costs, and ultimately drive growth. Whether you're a seasoned cloud services user or a newbie, our doors are open to everyone from executives to IT professionals. Bring your hard questions and prepare to learn from some of the best in the industry.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Networking Break
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Global Expansion for Software Development Agencies
Founder, Mashup Garage & Neon Playground UK | Philippines
Jason has been leading software engineering teams for more than a decade and successfully co-founded and launched Series-A startups and companies in London, Melbourne, San Francisco, and Manila. He's currently based in London and runs Mashup Garage, an engineering startup that focuses on high-end product development and technical leadership with offices in Manila & London.
Founder/CTO at Symph.co | Google Developer Expert for Cloud & Machine Learning | Co-Host of Geeks On A Beach
Mastering the Art of Running a Globally Focused Software Development Agency. Join us for a workshop that will provide you with the knowledge and strategies to effectively scale your agency and thrive in a competitive market. Learn from our expert speakers who will share valuable insights drawn from real-world experiences, challenges, and success stories. Gain the tools to navigate the complexities of working with clients from different countries and diverse backgrounds. Discover how to adapt your workflows and processes for seamless collaboration with startups and global companies. Whether you're an agency owner, software professional, or aspiring entrepreneur, this workshop is your catalyst for growth and global recognition.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Exclusive Investor's Dinner
Details will be emailed to registered investors. Or, email [email protected]
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Early check-in for Conference
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Welcome Drinks
Open to Workshop & Conference Attendees
Time
Event
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Registration and Coffee
8:30 AM - 8:50 AM
Opening
Hosts:
Dave Overton
Founder/CEO, Symph Organizer, Tech Lead Chief Geeks, GOAB, #GeeksPh
Albert Padin
Founder/CTO,Symph Chief Geeks, GOAB, #GeeksPh
8:50 AM - 8:55 AM
Welcome Message
By:
Tina Amper
Co-founder, GOAB & #GeeksPH
8:55 AM - 9:00 AM
Introduction of DICT Secretary
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Keynote 1:Philippine Startup Ecosystem Landscape
With:
Secretary Ivan John E. Uy
Secretary, Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)
9:15 AM - 9:35 AM
From Seeds to Stars: Unveiling the 10-Year Evolution of Philippine Startup Ecosystem
Host:
TBA
TBA
We will explore the impressive growth of the Philippine startup ecosystem from 2013 to 2023, highlighting the key milestones and developments that have occurred over the past 10 years, tracing the path from the inaugural GOAB conference in 2013 to its 10-year anniversary today. Join us as we delve into the remarkable journey of the Philippine startup scene and its future prospects.
9:35 AM - 10:00 AM
Founder’s Panel:Navigating the Challenges of Startup Life: Insights from Founders
Other Details Here
Moderator:
Roland Ros
CEO & Founder, Kumu
ER Rollan
CEO and Co-founder, GrowSari
Steve Sy
Founder/CEO, Great Deals E-Commerce
Moderator:
Katrina Rausa Chan
Executive Director, QBO Innovation Hub and Ideaspace Foundation
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Philippine Venture Capital Report 2023
With:
Franco Varona
Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Foxmont Capital Partners
The Philippine startup ecosystem has seen an explosion of new activity within the last 12 months, from new founders starting their businesses to new international investors participating, and existing startups exhibiting exponential growth capturing their markets despite a larger global downturn. What does this mean for the key players and movers in this innovative space?
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Networking Break
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Panel: Investing in Philippine Startups; Perspectives from Seasoned Investors
Franco Varona
Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Foxmont Capital Partners
Technology Development Lead, Andale Startup from STEP-UP Program in Bicol, Philippines
Interviewer:
Diane Eustaquio
Director, PINVEST
11:30 AM - 12:10 PM
Panel: Horizon Philippines: Charting the Course to an IP-Based Economy
Other Details Here
Moderator:
Ivan Uy
Secretary, Department of Information and Communications Technology
Jojo Flores
Co-Founder, Plug and Play Tech Center
Ricky Banaag
President, DFNN Group of Companies
This initiative, powered by Plug and Play, sets out to shape a forward-looking strategy that envisions a resilient future for the country's major industries. Find out how this initiative will harness the power of startups to inject fresh ideas and creativity into our economic landscape, catalyzing the growth of an Intellectual Property (IP)-based economy.
Moderator:
Sarah Perez
Senior Manager, Plug and Play Tech Center
12:10 PM - 12:25 PM
The Power of the 1.3M BPO Workforce in Driving Startup Success
With:
Jack Madrid
President & CEO, IBPAP
The Philippine Business Process Outsourcing (BPO/Call Center) industry contributes nearly 1,669.27 PHP ($30) billion to nation’s economy each year. And employs over 1.3 million Filipinos.
Learn how the BPO industry fuels innovation, provides valuable talent, and offers practical technology solutions that help startups scale and succeed.
12:25 PM -12:50 PM
Panel 5: Impact of AI on Tech Startups & the BPO Industry
With:
Jack Madrid
President & CEO, IBPAP
Albert Padin
Founder/CTO, Symph
Colin Christie
Analytics and AI Association
The Philippine Business Process Outsourcing (BPO/Call Center) industry contributes nearly $30 billion to nation’s economy each year. And employs over 1.3 million Filipinos.
Learn how the BPO industry fuels innovation, provides valuable talent, and offers practical technology solutions that help startups scale and succeed.
Moderator:
RJ Ledesma
12:50 PM - 1:00 PM
GOAB Sponsor (Eastern Communications)
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Lunch with a Speaker
2:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Breakout Sessions (5 Tracks)
Please see more details at the Breakout Sessions tab.
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Group drone photo at the beachfront
Don't forget to wear your sunscreen!
Time
Event
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Registration and Coffee
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM
Day 2 Opening / Recap of Day 1
Hosts:
Dave Overton
CEO/Founder, Symph Organizer, Tech Lead Chief Geeks, GOAB, #GeeksPh
Albert Padin
CTO/Founder, Symph Chief Geeks, GOAB, #GeeksPh
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Keynote: Digital Startup Development and Acceleration Program (DSDAP)
With:
Atty. Jocelle Batapa-Sigue
Undersecretary for ICT Industry Development Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)
Activating the Filipino Tech Flywheel and Building a Sustainable Innovation Ecosystem for Economic Growth and Social Progress
With:
Jason Gaisano
Managing Partner, Gobi-Core Philippines PH Venture Capital arm of Gobi Partners
Gobi Partners will unveil their much-anticipated “Philippine Startup Ecosystem Report: Founders Edition." This report is a comprehensive dive into the heart of the Filipino tech and innovation landscape, showcasing the remarkable journey of visionary founders and the exciting potential of our startup ecosystem.
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Startups and the Capital Market - Going Public?
With:
Butch Meily
President, QBO Innovation Hub and IdeaSpace Foundation, Inc.
QBO is a platform that supports Filipino startups, connects and develops the local startup ecosystem, and forwards tech and innovation. IdeaSpace Investments is the venture capital arm of IdeaSpace Foundation, which funds early-stage (pre-seed to Series A) Filipino startups. QBO Innovation Hub is a public-private initiative that serves as the Foundation’s programmatic arm—operating incubation and acceleration programs for startups across multiple stages and industries, and conducting an array of startup ecosystem and community activities.
IdeaSpace Foundation was established in 2012 and is backed by First Pacific, Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC), PLDT-Smart, Meralco, and Maynilad, and other public/private organizations.
9:30 AM - 9:40 AM
Founder Focus: MSME Digitalization and Financial Inclusion.
With:
Nel Laygo
CEO and Founder, Peddlr
Peddlr is a Point-of-Sale mobile application for all business owners – sari-sari stores, milk tea stands, coffee shops, and other MSMEs (micro, small and medium-sized enterprises.)
9:40 AM - 9:50 AM
Edukasyon’s Ecosystem: The Evolution from EdTech Solution
How our product line-up and business model has evolved over our 8 years of operations.
With:
Deirdre Remida Conde
COO, Edukasyon.ph
9:50 AM - 10:15 AM
Lightning Pitch: Startups under DICT’s Startup Grant
Introducing the 11 Startups selected by DICT for their 2023 Startup Grant Program.
Moderators:
Emmy Lou Versoza-Delfin
Director, ICT Industry Development Bureau, Department of Information and Communications Technology
Carlo Calimon
Co-Founder and President, StartUp Village
10:15 AM - 10:40 AM
Networking Break
10:40 AM - 10:45 AM
TBA
With:
Manny Ayala
Co-Founder & Managing Director, Endeavor Philippines Co-Founder, Hatchd Inc. Philippines
10:45 AM - 11:10 AM
Panel: Southeast Asian Startups
Benchmarking Global Startup Ecosystem Practices and Strategies
Panelists:
Twwo (Pun) Jaruthassanakul
Investment Manager, Seedstars
Sohun Bae
Principal, AVV - Ascend Vietnam Ventures
Dylan Keota
Chief Investment Officer, A2D Ventures
Moderator:
Mohan Belani
CEO/Co-Founder, e27
11:10 AM - 11:30 AM
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLM)
Fireside Chat
With:
Chris McCann
Partner, Race Capital
Dave Overton
Organizer, Tech Lead Chief Geeks, GOAB, #GeeksPh
Albert Padin
Founder/CTO, Symph Chief Geeks, GOAB, #GeeksPh
11:30 AM - 11:45 AM
GOAB Recognition Awards
In honor of GOAB’s 10 year anniversary (2013-2023), we are awarding commemorative recognition tokens to our supporters who have been supporting GOAB since 2013.
11:50 AM - 12:10 PM
Founder Focus: Inside the Minds of Forbes' Top Startup Founders: Strategies for Thriving in Challenging Conditions
With:
Jessica de Mesa
Co-Founder & CEO, Kindred Health Inc.
Victor Lim
Co-founder, Kraver's Canteen
Moderator:
RJ Ledesma
12:10 PM - 12:25 PM
Meet Kickstart Ventures
With:
Pia Bernal
Community Manager, Kickstart Ventures
Kickstart Ventures is a Corporate Venture Capital firm and invests in early- to early-growth stage tech startups in the Philippines and globally.
Kickstart Ventures was founded in 2012 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Globe Telecom, the Philippines’ leading mobile operator. It is an advisor to the Ayala Corporation Technology Innovation Venture Fund (“ACTIVE Fund”), the largest venture capital fund coming out of the Philippines, and has US14,188.84 PHP ($255) million assets under management.
12:25 PM - 12:45 PM
Founder-to-Founder Chat: How the Search for Product-Market Fit Tests our Sanity: Mental Health in Startups
With:
Roland Ros
CEO/Founder, Kumu
Ron Baetiong
CEO/Founder, Hustleshare & Podcast Network Asia
12:45 PM - 12:55 PM
GOAB sponsor - Eastern
12:55 PM - 1:05 PM
GOAB sponsor - Grab
1:05 PM - 2:00 PM
Networking Lunch
2:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Breakout Sessions (5 Tracks)
Please see more details at the Breakout Sessions tab. Please proceed to the breakout rooms.
The State of SaaS in the Philippines, Equipping Businesses for the Digital Age
Presented by:
Paulo Campos
Founding General Partner, Kaya Founders
This report is published by Kaya Founders with Sprout Solutions. Other contributors are Qualgro Partners, Wavemaker Partners, and Kickstart Ventures
4:15 PM - 4:45 PM
Demo about Metafunds (Web3 / Blockchain)
With:
Chris Blanquera
CTO, Shoppable Web3 practitioner
Metafunds are investment funds that operate on blockchain networks, utilizing web 3 technology.
Metafunds combine elements of blockchain technology and web 3 principles to enable decentralized and transparent management of investment funds.
4:45 PM - 5:15 PM
Office Hours
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Group drone photo at the beachfront
Don't forget to wear your sunscreen!
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Happy Hour at Bellevue beachfront.
Complimentary beer (san mig light), alcoholic punch and and non-alcoholic punch until 6:30pm. Premium drinks available for purchase at the bar.
Time
Event
Track 3
Startup Ecosystem / Investor / Funding
Host:
Dave Overton
Organizer, Tech Lead Chief Geeks, GOAB, #GeeksPh
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Angel Investing 101: Insider Tips and Techniques
With:
Ankit Upadhyay
Co-founder and CEO, A2D Ventures
Dylan Keota
Chief Investment Officer, A2D Ventures
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Ask-Me-Anything (AMA) on Kickstart Ventures
Jason Ramirez
Senior Associate, Kickstart Ventures
Moderator:
Pia Bernal
Community Manager, Kickstart Ventures
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Startup Funding: Tips & Tricks from a Technology Business Incubator (TBI)
With:
Paul Pajo
Director, Head of Incubation Management
Benilde HIFI DOST TBI
3:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Networking Break
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM
Alternative Funding for Startups
With:
Joon Cho
Co-founder & Partner, Abound Capital
4:15 PM - 4:45 PM
From Studio to Boardroom: How the Creator Economy Has Taken Over the Brand and Marketing Conversation
With:
Ina Flores
CEO, HeyRoomie
4:45 PM - 5:15 PM
Office Hours
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Group drone photo at the beachfront
Don't forget to wear your sunscreen!
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Happy Hour at Bellevue beachfront.
Complimentary beer (san mig light), alcoholic punch and and non-alcoholic punch until 6:30pm. Premium drinks available for purchase at the bar.
Time
Event
Track 4
Opportunities by Region
Host:
Ashley Uy
Senior Product Owner, Synacy
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Web3 Basics & Web3 Startup Journey (Luzon Region)
With:
Ismael Jerusalem
Founder & CEO, Ownly.io
We’ll talk about Web3 basics and then discuss the journey of our Web3-related startup in Albay province and competing on the global stage.
In 2018, we created "Crypto Solitaire", followed by the launch of an NFT marketplace and artist's launchpad in 2020. Our current focus is on-chain games.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Startup Island Program: The Cebu Startup Ecosystem (Visayas Region)
With:
Esperanza "Hope" L. Melgar
Assistant Regional Director, DTI-Region 7
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Startup Island Program: The Cebu Startup Ecosystem (Visayas Region)
With:
Ryan Tan Yu
COO, Mata Technologies
April Ong Vaño
Quest Ventures
Marilyn Tancinco
Dept of Trade and Industry (DTI)
Kickstart Ventures is a Corporate Venture Capital firm and invests in early- to early-growth stage tech startups in the Philippines and globally.
Kickstart Ventures was founded in 2012 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Globe Telecom, the Philippines’ leading mobile operator. It is an advisor to the Ayala Corporation Technology Innovation Venture Fund (“ACTIVE Fund”), the largest venture capital fund coming out of the Philippines, and has US$255 million assets under management.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Startup Wins, Challenges and Opportunities (Mindanao Region)
With:
John Naranjo
CEO/Founder, Ingenuity Davao City
Stephanie Caragos
CEO, Syntactics, Inc. Cagayan de Oro City
3:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Networking Break
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM
Startup Ecosystem Activation for Nascent Communities: Tagbilaran City as a Case Study
With:
Ashley Uy
Senior Product Owner, Synacy
4:15 PM - 4:45 PM
Lightning Talk Part 1 (10 minutes each)
With:
Garik Tate
Le-an Lai Lacaba
Cris E. Vinson
4:45 PM - 5:15 PM
Office Hours for Lightning Talk Part 1
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Group drone photo at the beachfront
Don't forget to wear your sunscreen!
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Happy Hour at Bellevue beachfront.
Complimentary beer (san mig light), alcoholic punch and and non-alcoholic punch until 6:30pm. Premium drinks available for purchase at the bar.
Time
Event
Track 5
Government Track (Startup Initiatives by Agency)
Host:
Keren Lacadin
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Call for Startup Enabler Collaborations
Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)
With:
Yvette Cabrera
Division Chief, ICT Industry Development Bureau - Benchmarking and Promotions Division
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
National Development Company (NDC)
Startup Venture Fund (SVF)
With:
Antonilo Mauricio
General Manager, NDC
NDC, the state-owned investment arm under the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), implemented a startup venture fund to bankroll new technology firms in the country and ensure their success.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
Startup Initiatives
With:
Dir. Lilian Salonga
Department of Trade and Industry, Competitiveness Bureau
3:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Networking Break
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM
Quezon City Local Government Unit (QC LGU)
Startup Initiatives
With:
Kaya Tabaquin
Local Economic Investment Promotions Office
4:15 PM - 4:45 PM
NEDA Startup Initiatives
National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA)
With:
TBA
NEDA - National Innovation Council Representative
4:45 PM - 5:15 PM
Office Hours
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Group drone photo at the beachfront
Don't forget to wear your sunscreen!
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Happy Hour at Bellevue beachfront.
Complimentary beer (san mig light), alcoholic punch and and non-alcoholic punch until 6:30pm. Premium drinks available for purchase at the bar.
Transitioning from Full-time work to Entrepreneurship
With:
Nel Laygo
CEO and Founder, Peddlr
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
From Attendee to Entrepreneur: Unraveling Their Takeaways from GOAB
With:
Bryan Yap
CEO, Republiq BaiTV
Jonas Quilantang
CEO, Unisol
10 years ago Bryan attended GOAB as founding supporter and Jonas as an eager attendee.
Now, they are successful entrepreneurs in their own right, and continue to support GOAB. What lessons have they learned over their 10 years of entrepreneurship journey? And how has GOAB played a role in their businesses.
Moderator:
RJ Ledesma
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM
Digital Transformation in Traditional Industries
Vince shares his experiences helping cleaning companies undergo digital transformation. Discover how innovative digital tools and strategies can revolutionize businesses, leading to millions more in revenue.
Vince will discuss the challenges encountered, strategies employed, and invaluable lessons learned along the transformative journey.
With:
Vince Loremia
Founder/CEO,Cleaningly and Tudlo
3:20 PM - 3:50 PM
Guide to the venture capital fundraising and due diligence process, covering common legal terms used during priced rounds.
With:
Mark Sng
Partner, Gentree Fund
3:40 PM - 4:15 PM
Networking Break
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Board Chartered Bus and Depart Bellevue Hotel for Tagbilaran City. For Governor’s Night!
The final program of GOAB 2023 including Philippine Startup Week Closing Ceremonies, Dinner, and Cultural Show.
Sponsored by:
Province of Bohol Governor Erico Aristotle Aumentado
Thank you to the Governor and his team!
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Closing Ceremony for the Philippine Startup Week 2023
Host:
RJ Ledesma
Acknowledgment of Guests, Community Partners, etc.
Live Congratulatory Messages Agency Announcements
Innovative Startup Act (ISA) Lead Agencies Undersecretaries
DICT Usec Jocelle Batapa-Sigue
Undersecretary for ICT Industry Development, Department of Information andCommunications Technology
DTI USec Rafaelita Aldaba
Undersecretary for Department of Trade and Industries
DOST USec Leah Buendia
Undersecretary for Department of Science and Technology
Undersecretary for ICT Industry Development, Department of Information andCommunications Technology
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Governor's Night! Closing Dinner and Cultural Show 🎉 Tagbilaran City (Venue to be announced)
Sponsored by the Province of Bohol Governor Erico Aristotle Aumentado
8:30 PM
Chartered Bus back to Bellevue Hotel Panglao
9:00 PM
Arrive at Bellevue Hotel
Time
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Track 3
Startup Ecosystem / Investors
Host:
Dave Overton
Founder/CEO, Symph Organizer, Tech Lead Chief Geeks, GOAB, #GeeksPh
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Pitch, Please!
By Ideaspace/QBO
Featuring:
Josef Werker
Founder and CEO, Humble Sustainability
Dennis Velasco
Founder and CEO, Prosperna
Ron Baetiong
Founder and CEO, Podcast Network Asia
Ideaspace and QBO are organizing a friendly competition for conference attendees. Join Pitch, Please! — a lightning-fast session for ideation, collaboration, and pitching, and a chance to win fun prizes!
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
How Entrepeneurs can create the “Multipler Effect”
Featuring:
Roland Ros
Founder, Kumu
Steve Sy
Founder/CEO, Great Deals E-Commerce
The Multiplier Effect is the compound, exponential impact a founder has on the entire entrepreneurial economy of a region when they mentor, invest in, and inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs. It's their bubble of influence.
With Endeavor Panel:
Manny Ayala
Co-Founder & Managing Director, Endeavor Philippines Co-Founder, Hatchd Inc. Philippines
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Networking Break
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM
What Happens to Startups and Investors Post Funding
Bit Santos
AVP, Portfolio, Operations, Kickstart Ventures
Moderator:
Pia Bernal
Community Manager, Kickstart Ventures
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM
Angel Investors Chat
With:
Joseph De Leon
Founding Member & Lead Investor, Manila Angel Investors Network
Adriel Yong
Head of Investments, Ascend Angels
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Board Chartered Bus and Depart Bellevue Hotel for Tagbilaran City. For Governor’s Night!
The final program of GOAB 2023 including Philippine Startup Week Closing Ceremonies, Dinner, and Cultural Show.
Sponsored by:
Province of Bohol Governor Erico Aristotle Aumentado
Thank you to the Governor and his team!
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Closing Ceremony for the Philippine Startup Week 2023
Host:
RJ Ledesma
Acknowledgment of Guests, Community Partners, etc.
Live Congratulatory Messages Agency Announcements
Innovative Startup Act (ISA) Lead Agencies Undersecretaries
DICT Usec Jocelle Batapa-Sigue
Undersecretary for ICT Industry Development, Department of Information andCommunications Technology
DTI USec Rafaelita Aldaba
Undersecretary for Department of Trade and Industries
DOST USec Leah Buendia
Undersecretary for Department of Science and Technology
Undersecretary for ICT Industry Development, Department of Information andCommunications Technology
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Governor's Night! Closing Dinner and Cultural Show 🎉 Tagbilaran City (Venue to be announced)
Sponsored by the Province of Bohol Governor Erico Aristotle Aumentado
8:30 PM
Chartered Bus back to Bellevue Hotel Panglao
9:00 PM
Arrive at Bellevue Hotel
Time
Event
Track 4
AI
Host:
Ashley Uy
Senior Product Owner, Synacy
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
AI-Powered Solutions For Diagnosing Cancer
With:
Julie Jhoy Sanchez
Software Dev Manager, Digital & AI products, Qritive
Julie is part of Singapore's 100 Women in Tech 2023.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Accelerating Operational Efficiency and Customer Success with AI
With:
Sophie Soliven
Director of Operations, Edmama
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Networking Break
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Unlocking the Power of AI: Insights from Our Organization's Experience
With:
JP Madulid
Founder, Lesson Planner PH Symph AI Team
We will discuss Symph’s journey into Artificial Intelligence, the lessons we have learned, and the challenges we are currently facing. We will also explore how embracing AI can transform our organizations.
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM
The New Pulse of Healthcare: Generative AI Innovations for Health-Tech Startups
With:
Colin Christie
Chairman, Analytics &Artificial Intelligence Association of the Philippines
We’ll explore real-life cases where AI sparks innovative solutions, reduces administrative burdens for healthcare providers, provides decision-support for clinical care, and takes patient engagement up a notch.
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Board Chartered Bus and Depart Bellevue Hotel for Tagbilaran City. For Governor’s Night!
The final program of GOAB 2023 including Philippine Startup Week Closing Ceremonies, Dinner, and Cultural Show.
Sponsored by:
Province of Bohol Governor Erico Aristotle Aumentado
Thank you to the Governor and his team!
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Closing Ceremony for the Philippine Startup Week 2023
Host:
RJ Ledesma
Acknowledgment of Guests, Community Partners, etc.
Live Congratulatory Messages Agency Announcements
Innovative Startup Act (ISA) Lead Agencies Undersecretaries
DICT Usec Jocelle Batapa-Sigue
Undersecretary for ICT Industry Development, Department of Information andCommunications Technology
DTI USec Rafaelita Aldaba
Undersecretary for Department of Trade and Industries
DOST USec Leah Buendia
Undersecretary for Department of Science and Technology
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