The Campus DEVCON Summit 2024: Tech Nexus, co-presented by the University of Batangas Lipa City (UBLC) and DEVCON Philippines, concluded on a high note on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the UB Lipa Campus. The event brought together over 800 participants, making it one of the most significant tech gatherings in the CALABARZON region.
Featuring a stellar lineup of speakers, the summit was headlined by DICT Undersecretary Atty. Jocelle Batapa-Sigue, DEVCON Philippines President Winston Damarillo, and Ericsson “Shan” Mendoza, UB’s Director of the Center for Business and Innovation. Discussions covered crucial topics such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, cybersecurity, and the future of technology in both local and global contexts.
Other highlights included insights from John Philip Dean, a seasoned expert in data warehousing and business intelligence, and Cedric Miraflor, a cybersecurity specialist who shed light on the evolving challenges in tech security. Youth voices also stood out, with undergrad game developer Nicolei Lozano Esperida and mentor Megan Uyao inspiring participants with their accomplishments and drive. The Pesigan Trio from Xpay.Worldwide Corporation and other industry leaders rounded out the summit with real-world expertise and actionable advice.
The event’s success reflects the growing appetite for technological innovation in CALABARZON. For UBLC, hosting the summit is a testament to its commitment to fostering talent and advancing its reputation as the premier business and technology campus in the region.
Participants left the summit energized, equipped with new knowledge, and inspired to pursue their ambitions in the tech world. The Campus DEVCON Summit 2024 has set a new benchmark for tech events in the region, solidifying its role in shaping the future of innovation and collaboration.