PLDT Enterprise Earns Global Recognition as Tech Week PH Wins at the 2025 IBAs

 PLDT Enterprise, the corporate arm of PLDT, has been recognized at the prestigious 2025 International Business Awards (IBA) for its successful launch of Tech Week PH, the telco group’s first multi-city technology roadshow designed to advance digital inclusion, ecosystem collaboration, and technology adoption in high-growth regions across the Philippines. 

The Stevie® Awards, organizers of the IBAs, are the world’s premier business awards, honoring the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and professionals worldwide since 2002. The International Business Awards® are open to all organizations across the globe and celebrate accomplishments in all aspects of work life.

Tech Week PH 2025, which won Bronze in the Art, Entertainment & Public – Roadshow category, brought together startups, developers, government stakeholders, enterprise leaders, and other regional ecosystem players in an education and business platform that connected them with global technology partners. Each stop was tailored to local contexts and sector-specific needs to make enterprise technology more relatable, actionable, and inclusive.

The roadshow was held in Davao and Cebufeaturing panel forums, technical workshops, and solution showcases on cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and infrastructure. The event welcomed over 1,500 attendees from more than 500 companies across diverse industries nationwide, all eager to explore emerging trends in the regions and technologies to power their growth.

Mitch Locsin, First Vice President and Head of Enterprise Core Business at PLDT and Smart, emphasized that the recognition reflects the company’s mission to put customers at the center of everything it does.

“We wanted Tech Week PH to be a lasting, impactful experience for all participants—it really is a show of our commitment to our customers. By bringing relevant technologies and solutions directly to where our partners and clients operate, we ensure that no one is left behind in the country’s fast-paced digital transformation. This award is the fruit of our dedication to enabling businesses to grow, innovate, and thrive, wherever they are in the Philippines.”

Tech Week builds on the success of PLDT Enterprise’s PH Digicon, expanding its reach to key provincial growth centers and ensuring that businesses nationwide can access cutting-edge solutions and insights. The program aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).

To learn more about the digital solutions fit for your business, visit https://bit.ly/pldtenterprise-intl-business-awards-2025

Leading the Way: PLDT's Insights on Responsible Smart Home Tech and AI Use at PH Digicon 2023

As PLDT ushers in the transformation of the Philippines into a Smart Nation by enabling the creation of Smart Cities, the conversation inevitably turns to the Smart Home and various consumer applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI). 

 

Advancing further in terms of adoption and usage, Smart Home and AI continue to headline conversations on digital transformation and breakthroughs in the tech industry. These were among the highlights of the recently concluded Philippine Digital Convention (DigiCon) 2023 presented by PLDT Enterprise at the Marriott Grand Ballroom. 

In a DigiCon session called “Family Perspectives on Smart Home and Artificial Intelligence”, PLDT brought together thought leaders on technology and parenting, and emphasized the importance of fostering meaningful connections and responsible use of technology. 

Speaking at PLDT’s DigiHub session were (from left) PLDT FVP and Chief Information Security Officer Angel Redoble, PLDT Home ambassador Roxanne Montealegre-Luz, PLDT VP and Head of Home Digital Services Evert Chris Miranda, Microsoft Philippines PR and Communications Head Joshua Aquino, PLDT FVP, Chief Sustainability Officer, and Head of Investor Relations Melissa Vergel de Dios, eufy and Anker Assistant Brand Manager Marinel Pascual, former PLDT and Smart Public Affairs Head Ramon Isberto, PLDT Home ambassadors Edric and Joy Mendoza

PLDT FVP and Chief Sustainability Officer Melissa Vergel de Dios talked about PLDT’s strategic direction towards sustainability and thrust to enable a digital and sustainable future. 

PLDT FVP and Chief Information Security Officer Angel Redoble reiterated the PLDT Group’s commitment to ensure the cyber security and safety of customers. 

PLDT VP Evert Miranda demonstrated how PLDT Home is 

enabling Filipino families to build sustainable and Smart Homes. 

 

PLDT Enterprise brings back Philippine Digital Convention (PH Digicon)

PLDT Enterprise, the B2B arm of PLDT, Inc. (PLDT), the leading telecommunications and digital services provider in the country, brings back Philippine Digital Convention (PH Digicon), now bigger, bolder, and boundless this 2022 after two years of being held virtually in the pandemic.

 

BOUNDLESS: Philippine Digital Convention 2022 is happening on October 27-28, 2022 at the Marriott Grand Ballroom with a simultaneous live broadcast via a virtual platform. This event is poised to attract more than 10,000 delegates from around the world in its two-day run.

 

To kick off PH Digicon, the country’s most prestigious and one of the most sought-after thought leadership events in the Asia-Pacific Region, a media launch will unveil the event’s key message of transformation for businesses in response to the challenges brought about by these uncertain times.

The media launch on October 19 at the Smart Tower in Makati City, with simultaneous live streaming via Cisco Webex, features an impressive lineup of speakers including 

PLDT Group Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan along with other PLDT and Smart executives: President and CEO Al S. Panlilio; Chief Commercial and Information Advisor Noel C. Lorenzana; SVP and Head of Enterprise and International Business Groups Jojo G. Gendrano; and ePLDT President and CEO Viboy S. Genuino. They will also be joined by Nokia PH Country Head Carlos Reyes; Cisco PH Managing Director Zaza Soriano-Nicart, FiberHome Marketing Director Spark Zhang; Palo Alto Networks PH Country Systems Engineering Manager Jobert David; and Google Cloud PH & VN Country Manager Malis Selamat. Not to be missed is the Q&A session to be moderated by PLDT Group’s Cathy Y. Yang.

 

“At long last, after two years of the pandemic, we are excited and are all looking forward to seeing and connecting with familiar and new faces in this hybrid, limited in-person Philippine Digicon,” says Gendrano. “As you know, Digicon is always a highly-anticipated event among brands, entrepreneurs, and business leaders. And we are very happy to bring it back thanks to our partners Nokia, Cisco, FiberHome, Palo Alto Networks, and Google Cloud.”

 

Continuing on with the tradition of inviting top-tier international celebrity speakers like award–winning actress and founder and CEO of goop, Gwyneth Paltrow in 2020, and Academy Award-winning actress, producer, and entrepreneur Charlize Theron in 2021, this year’s conference will be headlined by no other than NBA Hall of Famer, philanthropist and businessman Earvin “Magic” Johnson who will speak about his unique experiences of businesses keeping relevant in this era of digital transformation as well as taking on the unique challenges that entrepreneurs face today.

 

Joining Johnson in the Plenary Sessions are high-level keynote presentations, panel discussions, and insight sharing from the convention’s headline speakers that include PLDT’s top executives like Pangilinan, Panlilio, and Gendrano as well as a Women Power Panel with DENR Secretary Toni Yulo-Loyzaga; Summit Media’s Lisa Y. Gokongwei-Cheng; Shell companies PH’s Lorelie Quiambao-Osial; and LANDBANK’s Cecilia Borromeo, among others.

 

There will be the Tech Leadership Forum that will showcase top technology trends and industry advancements straight from experts like Nokia’s Ezer Alshech; Cisco’s Lawrence Ballestrin; FiberHome’s Musa Bai; Palo Alto Networks’ Beng Yeow Ong; and Google Cloud’s Tony Low. Fellowship Night will also be a treat as it will feature a live performance by Ely Buendia.

 

The 2022 theme “Boundless” is a battlecry for enterprises to evolve in their operations in order to fully embrace the bountiful opportunities and possibilities of full digital adoption.

 

For more information on BOUNDLESS: Philippine Digital Convention 2022, visit https://pldtenterprise.com/.