GO NEGOSYO 3rd FILIPINO TECHNOPRENEURSHIP SUMMIT February 19, 2014 | SMX CONVENTION CENTER | #FTS3

Its really interesting when I hear about a summit with big boss ( MANNY PANGILINAN and ENGR. DADO BANATAO) in Technopreneurship in our country. As we discuss the time of arrival to go SMX Convention center, we decided to wait each other in the terminal of bus in complex, balibago at exactly 4:30. And when we are there, we are the first in the line. (First come first serve daw eh? ) In the said event the host are Chal Lontoc and Michael Angelo Lobrin(hes so funny ). The 3rd Go Negosyo Philippine Technopreneurship Summit is a one-day event that will feature different topics on technopreneurship in the form of inspiring keynote addresses and plenary forums. The event is expected to feature Filipino technopreneurs who were able to make it big in the borderless and ever-dynamic world of technology, even those who conquer Silicon Valley proving to the world Filipino ingenuity and technology-savvyness. The event also highlight business models by featuring successful techno-enterprises in the fields of mobile applications, wireless applications, software development, game design and development, ecommerce, website development and even blogging, in the hope to empower the future generation. Summit is centered on reinforcing the entrepreneurial spirit of the Filipino people by engaging them in the powerful realm of technology. The summit above all else aspires to inspire future Filipino technopreneurs who will harness and maximize the powerful duo of technology and entrepreneurship for ones economic empowerment and as an important contribution to the nation. The event also aims to enjoin the participants to develop a positive change in their mindset, and empower them with relevant entrepreneurship tools and concepts as their key to success. JOEY CONCEPCION, Founding Trustee of GO NEGOSYO share his experiences while achieving his goal to become one of the top entreprenuer here in our county. One of his experiences that I never forget when he failed his 3rd year in elementary at LA SALLE (atleast LA SALLE) HAHAHA ). And also the event feature the countrys top Technopreneurs like Engr. Dado Banatao of Tallwood Ventures and Manny V. Pangilinan of PLDT Group on a dialogue forum facilitated by Rapplers CEO Maria Ressa, she gave a brief understanding of social media and big data and why and how it is important to know these things to further grasp the idea of technopreneurship. Ressa also presented how Rappler became a tool for the Filipinos to keep up with the

happenings in the country and how they are able to feed information and respond to inquiries at a click of a button. She stressed out three important points: have an inspiration to get motivated, use your imagination with the help of technology, and have the courage to do and act to affect positive changes.(Shes so galing in english! nakakaNGA-NGA ). As the dialogue forum started many of the participants asked question. One of the question is when asked what the Philippines has to offer when it comes to technopreneurship, Dado cited three points as a formula for developing countries to move up technology, access to global markets, and proper investments. He also stressed that the country needs a lot of catching up with technology and part of the solution is the government, academe and the other industries present. MVP cited how the country needs further improvement in educational system and said that we need to use the advantage of having the great number of young people and to explore creativity and innovation more. Dado also said that research is very important to find new ways to develop and improve and there is a great need to bolster education and teaching to help the youth to be better and ready in a global perspective. And also when asked how the scene of Philippine startup looks like, both Dado and Manny agreed that there is a significant increase in the number of budding entrepreneurs and advised the youth and aspiring negosyantes to tap and utilize the pipes that are willing to help pursue their business and dreams. Dado said that one has to have the knowledge of concepts and theories to innovate and the target idea to come up with a product if we want to build a culture of innovation in our country. Manny added that a nurturing and providing environment is also helpful in educating the youth with proper support, funding, and mentoring.The tech giants imparted words of wisdom that truly inspired and opened the eyes of the youth to take the step to become an entrepreneur. Do not give up. Solutions take time to know. You have to like what you do. You have to like what you do and if you can do it, do it said Engr. Banatao challenging the youth to be more determined and courageous in taking the risks and succeeding in life. Words of inspiration poured when MVP said that it starts with an idea. It starts with a dream. It doesnt start with anyone but you. Success is dream translated into reality. The crowed was wowed by the wisdom and the lessons that these two successful Filipino technopreneurs imparted. Also Ralph Recto (Chair of the Science Committee on Technology) delivered an inspiring keynote message addressed to the youth. He mentioned that there is a need to create a core of entrepreneurs who will supply the needs of the future Filipinos after giving an overview of what the country would be in 2020 by projecting the size of the market. He stressed the importance of preparing for the future and planning ahead and envisions the youth to be more optimistic in excelling in life. He also said that the challenge for the government is to build human capital and improve science education by ensuring that teachers are properly educated to impart the right knowledge. Senator Recto challenged the youth by saying if you cant land a job, create your own. If you cant create your own, be an entrepreneur. Be an entrepreneur and create jobs in the process. And GOOD THINGS FIRST.

He also shared three important points: value, virtue, and vision which surely inspired the hearts and minds of the youth. The summit also feature technopreneurs who talk about business models and enablers in the field like RJ David (Sulit.com), Ibba Bernardo (Sari Software Solutions), Gian Scottie Javelona (Orangeapps.ph), Marx Melencio (Grayscale Business Consultancy & Marketing Services), Angeline Rodriguez (WheninManila.com), Aurora Soriano (TimeFree Innovations), Carlo Calimon (MobKard), Rey Allen Infante (World robotics olympiad 2013 medalist), Brian Cu (GrabTaxi), Kristine Mandigma (Vibe), Jerry Rapes (Exist.com) and other notable technopreneurs. With over 7,000 attendees from close to 90 different colleges and universities and other institutions and about a thousand start-ups. They also welcomed participants from as far as Mindanao State University Ilagan in the south and Don Mariano Marcos University. Its very inspiring event for us youth. We learn so much that DONT GIVE UP! START IS ALWAYS THE DIFFICULT.

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Submitted by: LACHICA, Raquel A. BSCpE/5thyear March 4, 2014 Submitted to: Prof. Enrique M. Albina