How Would You Design Paradise? GO Philippines Smart Nation Ecosystem
Agenda: To create awareness and garner support for a special nation-building project under the GO Philippines Smart Nation Program.
GO Philippines presents and invites various stakeholders to join a visionary project that will transform the Philippines into the most beautiful tropical paradise in the world where “No Filipino Is Left Behind”.
In this inaugural event, we introduce the software component of this program, namely the GO Philippines Smart Nation Ecosystem, which is a platform that will integrate, connect, and empower private groups and government agencies to work together and deliver smart and sustainable development programs for the country.
Collaborate: We are seeking support from the Philippine Startup Community for funding, awareness, incubation, and acceleration to plan, design, and build the GO Philippines Smart Nation Ecosystem.
As we roll-out this Ecosystem in phases, GO Philippines would like to start with the development of a One-Stop-Shop Platform that is designed to educate, upskill, and reskill millions of Filipinos so every Filipino is empowered to participate in this exciting nation-building program.
Given the current geopolitical and climate crises, GO Philippines will be prioritizing the roll-out of the following Ecosystems: 1) Cybersecurity, 2) Disaster Preparedness, and 3) Startup Community.
About: GO Philippines is a privately-led Public-Private Coalition which unites local and international stakeholders to drive smart and sustainable programs across the nation.
Host:
Mack Comandante - Co-Founder and Chief Partnerships & Strategy Officer of GO Philippines. Award winning international consultant, trainer, business transformation coach, and Angel investor leading strategy, business development, and partnerships. Founder / Co-Founder of Exoasia Innovation Hub, EVODINE Company Builder, wAiz, and Game Changer Funnel. https://www.linkedin.com/in/mackcomandante
Panel Moderator:
Karl Leung - Co-Founder & Chief Visionary Officer of GO Philippines. Former economist and consultant at the University of Asia and the Pacific; associate at Morgan Stanley private wealth management, Hong Kong; and senior consultant at China Europe International Business School (CEIBS), Shanghai. https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-leung-6870562
Panelists:
Stephen P. Cutler, PhD - Currently the Chief Enterprise Risk and Compliance Officer for Omnipay, a Fintech supervised by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. His duties include Risk Analysis, Compliance and Governance, as well as Data Protection and Privacy matters and Cybersecurity. He reports to the Board of Directors and senior management on these matters, as well as regular discussions with regulators and related entities. He teaches these topics at the University and in-service levels. Stephen is a level two certified Data Privacy Officer. He is a retired Special Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. His career includes five years as head of all FBI operations in the Philippines. https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-p-cutler-6676498
Ricson Singson Que - Ricson’s career in cybersecurity spans 14 years, complemented by a 26-year tenure in Information Technology (IT). He currently serves as a Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (V-CISO) for six diverse entities across financial, retail, education, and service sectors. Ricson has a degree in Computer Science and an MBA, and combines technical knowledge with strategic management skills. He has authored pioneering cybersecurity curricula for diploma and bachelor’s programs at Benilde, showcasing his commitment to developing future cybersecurity professionals. Ricson is recognized as a fellow of the Philippine Public Safety College, and has made significant contributions to national cybersecurity infrastructure. As a Subject Matter Expert for CHED and the Philippine Skills Framework under the DICT, he plays a crucial role in shaping industry standards and educational initiatives. https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricson
Ibba Rasul Bernardo - Co-Founder of Packworks, Ibba is dedicated to transforming the Philippines’ sari-sari stores into resilient community hubs. As Co-Founder of Packworks, he leverages a network of over 300,000 stores to empower micro-entrepreneurs with technology, enhancing disaster preparedness, real-time communication, and efficient relief distribution. His journey began during a motorcycle trip delivering solar panels to remote communities, inspiring his vision for resilient ecosystems. As Meta/Facebook’s Philippine Country Representative to the Digital Literacy Steering Committee, he championed digital literacy, safety, and empowerment. Through his podcast, Tunay Na Rider, Ibba advocates for community engagement and innovation, aligning with the Smart Nation vision of sustainable, inclusive growth, ensuring no Filipino is left behind. https://www.linkedin.com/in/ibbabernardo
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