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Our happy startup stories
Ivan John Uy
Secretary of the Department of Informations and Communications Technology (DICT)
The benefits technology brings are vast and transformative, yet some may view it with skepticism or even fear. I urge us all to embrace technology, to become comfortable with its advantages, and to recognize its potential for positive change in our lives. We must encourage our citizens to take part, and to comprehend that technology only antagonizes those who think of it as a foe.
Alfredo E. Pascual
Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
A strong private-public partnership is needed to establish a more competent startup ecosystem. I hope that we’ll be able to work together and learn from each other. Let’s use each other’s strengths to make sure that our investees thrive, and succeed, and that the venture ends up in an operation that will scale the success of the startup ecosystem.
Renato U. Solidum, Jr.
Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
In today's rapidly evolving world, startups play a pivotal role in transforming ideas into reality. They possess the agility to adapt, the courage to challenge norms, and the resilience to navigate uncharted territories. Our commitment at the DOST is to provide an enabling environment for these entrepreneurial ventures. We recognize the need for robust support mechanisms, access to funding, mentorship, and resources essential for nurturing their growth and potential.
Atty. Jocelle Batapa-Sigue
Undersecretary for ICT Industry Development, DICT
Building a robust and resilient innovation ecosystem requires world-class entreprenuerial mindset that begin from creating ecosytems that nurture homegrown startup ideas. The DICT, as a digital innovation leader of the Philippines, seeks to help build ecosystems where startups can grow and scale into Filipino enterprises that provide solutions for communities and the world. Let us all join hands in achieving this mission.
Rafaelita M. Aldaba, Ph.D.
Undersecretary for the Competitiveness and Innovation Group, DTI
We continue to invest and inspire our young Filipino Talent through our Science, Technology, and Innovation Industrialization strategy. We believe that our people are our main competitive advantage in the era of industrial transformation
Rene “Butch” S. Meily
President of IdeaSpace Foundation, Inc.
Since IdeaSpace Foundation's inception, we have been the ecosystem's funnel-transforming tech-enabled ventures into stable, scalable, and sustainable businesses while identifying high-potential startups for VCs, investors, and corporations to explore synergies and funding opportunities with. With DICT's newly launched Startup Portal, we look forward to working alongside innovators, industry experts, and ecosystem players in exploring investment opportunities, empowering founders, and accelerating startups across the Philippines.
Katrina Rausa Chan
Executive Director of QBO Innovation Hub
QBO Innovation Hub is all about QLLABORATION as it is set to scale tech-enabled startups and bring Filipino ingenuity to a global audience. With DICT's central platform featuring relevant startup data, resources, and its comprehensive network of innovators and ecosystem stakeholders, it helps us stay true to our mission to catalyze the local tech scene, develop the entrepreneurial talent pool, and build a robust, inclusive innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem across the Philippines.
David L. Almirol, Jr.
Undersecretary for e-Government, DICT
The success of our startups reflects our shared dedication and ambition. These enterprises embody the dreams and ambitions of Filipinos, bringing ideas to life as viable businesses. Their development is crucial, which is why initiatives like the DICT's eGovPH Super App and related startup websites are so important. By integrating the Startup Program into the eGovPH Super App, we're providing more than just tech solutions; we're creating platforms that equip startups with necessary resources, streamline their operations, and foster a conducive environment for innovation.
Our happy startup stories
The benefits technology brings are vast and transformative, yet some may view it with skepticism or even fear. I urge us all to embrace technology, to become comfortable with its advantages, and to recognize its potential for positive change in our lives. We must encourage our citizens to take part, and to comprehend that technology only antagonizes those who think of it as a foe.
Ivan John Uy
Secretary of the Department of Informations and Communications Technology (DICT)
Our happy startup stories
A strong private-public partnership is needed to establish a more competent startup ecosystem. I hope that we’ll be able to work together and learn from each other. Let’s use each other’s strengths to make sure that our investees thrive, and succeed, and that the venture ends up in an operation that will scale the success of the startup ecosystem.
Alfredo E. Pascual
Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
Our happy startup stories
In today's rapidly evolving world, startups play a pivotal role in transforming ideas into reality. They possess the agility to adapt, the courage to challenge norms, and the resilience to navigate uncharted territories. Our commitment at the DOST is to provide an enabling environment for these entrepreneurial ventures. We recognize the need for robust support mechanisms, access to funding, mentorship, and resources essential for nurturing their growth and potential.
Renato U. Solidum, Jr.
Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
Our happy startup stories
Building a robust and resilient innovation ecosystem requires world-class entreprenuerial mindset that begin from creating ecosytems that nurture homegrown startup ideas. The DICT, as a digital innovation leader of the Philippines, seeks to help build ecosystems where startups can grow and scale into Filipino enterprises that provide solutions for communities and the world. Let us all join hands in achieving this mission.
Atty. Jocelle Batapa-Sigue
Undersecretary for ICT Industry Development, DICT
Our happy startup stories
We continue to invest and inspire our young Filipino Talent through our Science, Technology, and Innovation Industrialization strategy. We believe that our people are our main competitive advantage in the era of industrial transformation
Rafaelita M. Aldaba, Ph.D.
Undersecretary for the Competitiveness and Innovation Group, DTI
Our happy startup stories
Since IdeaSpace Foundation's inception, we have been the ecosystem's funnel-transforming tech-enabled ventures into stable, scalable, and sustainable businesses while identifying high-potential startups for VCs, investors, and corporations to explore synergies and funding opportunities with. With DICT's newly launched Startup Portal, we look forward to working alongside innovators, industry experts, and ecosystem players in exploring investment opportunities, empowering founders, and accelerating startups across the Philippines.
Rene “Butch” S. Meily
President of IdeaSpace Foundation, Inc.
Our happy startup stories
QBO Innovation Hub is all about QLLABORATION as it is set to scale tech-enabled startups and bring Filipino ingenuity to a global audience. With DICT's central platform featuring relevant startup data, resources, and its comprehensive network of innovators and ecosystem stakeholders, it helps us stay true to our mission to catalyze the local tech scene, develop the entrepreneurial talent pool, and build a robust, inclusive innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem across the Philippines.
Katrina Rausa Chan
Executive Director of QBO Innovation Hub
Our happy startup stories
The success of our startups reflects our shared dedication and ambition. These enterprises embody the dreams and ambitions of Filipinos, bringing ideas to life as viable businesses. Their development is crucial, which is why initiatives like the DICT's eGovPH Super App and related startup websites are so important. By integrating the Startup Program into the eGovPH Super App, we're providing more than just tech solutions; we're creating platforms that equip startups with necessary resources, streamline their operations, and foster a conducive environment for innovation.
David L. Almirol, Jr.
Undersecretary for e-Government, DICT
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