Scheduled from June 25 to June 26, 2024, at the City Sports Club, Cebu, Padayon Cebu, is presented by the Cebu Business Month (CBM) and the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
The summit runs from 9 AM to 5 PM on both days, promising a rich lineup of activities to uplift the MSME sector.
Padayon Cebu is crafted to inspire, promote, and nurture MSMEs by addressing their unique challenges through insightful discussions, success stories, and innovative solutions.
In this two-day summit, renowned industry leaders, startups, experts, and policymakers share their knowledge and experiences, offering a platform for MSMEs to learn, grow, and succeed.
Day 1 Summit
The first day of the summit features an impressive roster of speakers, each bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Likewise, the speakers are categorized based on their areas of expertise, ensuring focused and relevant discussions throughout the summit.
Keynote Speakers:
Bernie Liu - Group CEO and Chairman of LH Paragon Incorporated
Emmanuel Samson - Co-founder and CEO of D'WALLET TECHNOLOGIES CORP
Herbert Hernandez - Founding Father of Gigil Group
Geotina Garcia - President of Mageo Consulting INC. and Founding Chair and President of the PHILWEN
Fire Side Chats: Local Legends
Bunny Pages - Chairman and CEO of The Pages Food Group
Jonathan Uy - CFO of PROFOOD International Corp and CEO of J FIBER INTERNET SERVICES CORP
William Chongbian - President of Fast Group
Julita Urbina - Founder and Chairman of THE BOARD LAGUNA GROUP OF COMPANIES
Bobong Castillo - Head of Big Blue Logistics Corporation
Jay Aldeguer - President and CEO of Island Souvenirs Group
Small Scale, Big Impact
Bryan Yap - Chairperson of CBM 2024 Creativity and Innovation
Ariel Alegado - General Manager of Don Macchiatos
Faith Oberez - Owner of At Home Massage and Spa
Isa Cruz - Co-founder of Seven Pantry
Tools of Tomorrow
Ryan Raymund Yu - CBM 2024 Digital Transformation
Djon Nacario - Managing Director of Lalamove Philippines, INC.
Martin Limgenco - AVP - Head of Commercial Sales of GCash
Lerick Elipe - Business Development Specialist of Rakuten Viber
Overall, Day 1 of Padayon Cebu was an immense success as it set a high bar with its lineup of distinguished speakers and thought-provoking sessions.
By fostering a collaborative environment where MSMEs can gain valuable insights and practical solutions, this summit is poised to be a game-changer for the local business community of Cebu City.
Attendees leave with renewed inspiration and a toolkit of strategies to navigate the challenges ahead, setting the stage for a brighter future for MSMEs in Cebu and beyond. The energy and enthusiasm from today will undoubtedly carry over into Day 2, promising even more opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Russell Bryce L. Dy
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