PLDT Enterprise and PH Digicon 2022 Bigger, Bolder, and Boundless

From left: Oscar Visaya, Palo Alto Networks PH Country Manager; Marlon Zhang, FiberHome Account Director; Zaza Soriano-Nicart, Managing Director, Cisco Philippines; Jojo G. Gendrano, PLDT & Smart SVP and Head of Enterprise and International Business Groups; Al S. Panlilio, PLDT Group President and CEO; Noel C. Lorenzana, PLDT & Smart Chief Commercial and Information Officer; Victor S. Genuino, ePLDT President and CEO; Carlos Reyes, Head of Nokia Philippines; and Ferdie Saputil, Google Cloud Sales Lead

The country’s largest fully integrated telco services provider PLDT, through its business arm PLDT Enterprise, concludes the highly anticipated Philippine Digital Convention 2022 (PH Digicon) with invaluable insights from industry experts and an inspiring live interview with NBA Hall of Famer, philanthropist, and businessman Earvin “Magic” Johnson who epitomized this year’s theme of being ‘Boundless.’

SVP & Head of PLDT Enterprise & International Business Groups at PLDT & Smart, Jojo G. Gendrano, took the audience to a journey into the metaverse

SVP & Head of Enterprise & International Business Groups at PLDT & Smart, Jojo G. Gendrano, opened the two-day event with a powerful statement, “There is no way back to the old world, a revolution had started,” before showing the audience the endless possibilities of virtual spaces. “Whatever part we play in the Metaverse, it requires the collaboration and co-innovation of the ecosystem to make it a success.”  

Gendrano’s immersive presentation was followed by a profound talk by PLDT & Smart President & CEO, Al S. Panlilio, as he called on infinite leadership, challenging to lead ‘with an understanding of the long haul and the need to proactively shift gears.’ 

He put PLDT as an example, from a traditional telco that offered landlines to now being the Philippines’ largest fully integrated telco company. “As an enabler of digital transformation, I am proud to say that the PLDT Group has always been at the forefront of change,” he says. “We have been enabling enterprises in their transformation goals through innovative solutions and world-class infrastructure.”

PH Digicon further tackled the definition of being ‘Boundless’ with this year’s headline speaker, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, a successful basketball legend turned businessman and philanthropist. He talked about his amazing career which included being part of the 1992 “Dream Team” that won the Olympic gold medal, his philanthropic work through the Magic Johnson Foundation, and being a successful businessman and CEO of Magic Johnson Enterprises. 

From bringing businesses into Urban America, creating jobs and giving opportunities to minorities, and working with women-owned firms, Johnson continues to build his empire while staying rooted in his core values of hard work, discipline, and faith.  “My life is boundless,” he says. “When I think of my journey, that’s the word I would use. I did everything that was not supposed to be done. When I think about boundless, I think that’s Magic Johnson!”

From all these talks of transformative technologies, infinite leadership, and the metaverse, to Magic Johnson making history in the world of business, the future of post-pandemic entrepreneurship is truly Boundless.

For more information, visit https://pldtenterprise.com/.

PH Digicon 2022 to offer boundless insight into digital transformation

PLDT Enterprise will again stage the country’s most prestigious thought leadership event, the Philippine Digital Convention (PH Digicon), tackling the latest technology trends, emerging innovations, and insights to help businesses maximize opportunities and prosper.

Carrying the theme ‘Boundless,” the PH Digicon 2022 will feature a hybrid setup where virtual delegates are also invited to participate via the live broadcast at the PH Digicon platform simultaneous to the physical program. The two-day convention will be held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay City on October 27-28 and marks the on-site return of the PH Digicon since its last face-to-face conference in 2019.

“This year’s convention will confer new perspectives on what is happening in the time of rapid digital transformation. Our delegates can expect a whole new level of discovery in pushing past one’s limits to be more efficient, collaborative, resilient, and agile. With a more dynamic advocacy agenda that is industry-oriented and forward-thinking, the PH Digicon 2022 is definitely not to be missed,” said Jojo Gendrano, FVP & Head of PLDT and Smart Enterprise.

Similar to previous years, globally recognized industry experts will banner the plenary session together with invited experts from across industries for an engaging discussion helping spark technological empowerment among businesses. Attendees can expect invaluable learnings and best practices from high-level keynote presentations, panel discussions, and insight sharing.

The PH Digicon 2022 will also hold seven thought-provoking forums covering key premises, such as powering the hyperscale revolution, bridging the divergence between digitization and cyber risk management, and emerging technologies that will shape tomorrow’s enterprises, and building a digital nation through smart cities.

“We will cover very diverse topics and themes by the distinguished lineup of speakers, and we are more than thrilled to share these with all the delegates. With this, we can expect to broaden our horizons and better understand how business is done in this new world of digital transformation and innovation,” said Gendrano.

PLDT Enterprise ensures an insightful program with an agenda covering key topics, including a look into the infinite potential of enterprises in a redefined digital universe; transformational leadership as the core of any successful digital transformation; and insights on new business models, strategies, and predictions on the future of business and tech, among others.

Additionally, there will also be discussions about growing businesses by building a fast and reliable network infrastructure, elevating customer experiences through innovative and customer-centric digital innovation, dissuading digital hesitation, and propelling digital transformation.

Meanwhile, the said convention will also provide an opportunity for delegates to expand their network, engage with fellow delegates, speakers, and sponsors, and be entertained by the nightly performances.

The registration details for the PH Digicon 2022 will be available soon. For more details, visit https://pldtenterprise.com/phdigicon2022. 

8 Things To Expect At Digicon 2017

The Internet Mobile and Marketing Association of the Philippines (IMMAP) sees the digital future as a culture of openness and collaboration. To help us deal with the radical changes in the way we navigate the world, IMMAP’s upcoming Digital Congress (DigiCon) will kick off with the theme “DX: The Culture of Digital Transformation.” This year’s three-day event seeks to aid Filipino marketers in adapting to the fast-paced era of digitalization.

Storytelling in the Digital Age at DigiCon 2017

The Internet Mobile and Marketing Association of the Philippines (IMMAP), the country’s premier digital marketing organization, will stage the second digital congress (DigiCon), the biggest gathering of marketing practitioners this year. Carrying the theme “DX: The Culture of Digital Transformation,” the event puts the spotlight on culture as a means to help Filipino marketers adapt in this era of digitization.

IMMAP Launches Digital Congress 2017, DX: The Culture of Digital Transformation

At long last, the much-awaited and biggest Digital Congress ever created is soon to have its second-coming!

Last Thursday(4/6), as various companies and industries ride the bandwagon of digitization to maximize customer spread through different multimedia such as the internet, software applications, cutting-edge smartphones and the like, another milestone is set to commence to further their immersive experience in modern digitization.

DigiCon 2017 Media Launch host RJ Ledesma

The Internet and Mobile Marketing Association of the Philippines (IMMAP) just announced the first details of this year’s Digital Congress (DigiCon), including programs, speakers, and activities at the annual industry event. Carrying the theme “DX: The Culture of Digital Transformation,” DigiCon 2017 will be held on October 11-13, 2017 at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC).

A panel discussion with key opinion leaders (L-R George Royeca, CEO of Team VR, Dondi Mapa, Deputy Commissioner for the National Privacy Commission, Phil Smithson, Founder of the OnOff Group and Stephanie Sy, CEO of Thinking Machines)

To help Filipino marketers adapt in this era of digitization, the second year of the congress focuses on fostering a unique culture that thrives in today’s digital age. The largest of its kind in the Philippines, it is expected to draw around 2,500 delegates from various industries across the country.

Participants will have the opportunity to listen to content provided by globally acknowledged opinion leaders, among them: Altimeter Group Principal Analyst and award-winning author Brian Solis. His first trip to the Philippines, Solis will impart his expertise to help participants understand the relationship between the evolution of technology and its impact on people. 

Other speakers include: 

• DN Prasad - Google Director of People
• Edward Pank - WARC Managing Director for Asia Pacific 
• Zoe Lawrence - TNS APAC Director for Digital 
• Wayne Arnold - LOWE Global Head
• Shun Matsuzaka - McCann Creative Planner for Japan and Founder of McCann Millenials
• Donald Lim - Dentsu Aegis Philippine CEO and IMMAP founding President 
• Amer Iqbal - Deloitte Digital Regional Strategy Director 
• Josie Brown - JWT APAC Director for Digital 
• Sunita Kaur - Spotify APAC Managing Director 
• Ana Bishop Rehrig - EMEA Marketing Lead, Emerging Business for Facebook 
• Joanna Catalano - Asia-Pacific CEO for iProspect 
• Vishnu Mohan - APAC CEO for Havas Media and India & South East Asia for Havas Group 
• Gautam Talwar - SEA General Manager for Maker Studios 
• Naveen Menon - ASEAN President for Cisco 
• Lawrence Dominique Lorico - Brand Manager Mondelez Philippines for Tang PH 
• Stephanie Sy - Thinking Machines CEO 
• George Royeca - Team VR
• Phil Smithson - OnOff Group Design Thinking Specialist and founder , and
• Dondi Mapa - Deputy Commissioner of the National Privacy Commission 

A total of 80 speakers will share their expertise spread over 5 + 1 tracks; this year’s DigiCon will have five main topics (People and Organizations, New Age of Storytelling, Living Streams, Customer Experience, and Pivots and Unicorns) plus one to be introduced this year (Culture). The Culture track is a new addition that will go beyond the breakout sessions; it aims to foster collaboration among participants and to show how digital technology is accessible, fun, and most of all, felt.

Attendees will immerse themselves in understanding innovative tactile experiences such as Virtual and Augmented reality at DigiCon’s Trade Exhibit, which will showcase e-commerce and other impressive technology solutions. In between tracks and exhibits are culture-shaping activities that will push participants to network and have a well-rounded experience.

IMMAP Vice-President and DigiCon 2017 Chairman Ed Mapa shares the key highlights of this year's three-day Congress

“A true transformation needs to occur at many levels,” says IMMAP Vice-President and DigiCon Chairman Ed Mapa. “Ultimately, organizations need to constantly re-evaluate and be ready to change how they work—from processes, to organizational teams, and to ways of working. The sooner we adapt, the more benefits we can enjoy."

For more information on DigiCon 2017, The Culture of Digital Transformation, including how to attend, exhibit or sponsor, visit http://www.digicon.com.ph.