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Twelve
Filipino youth-led startups were unveiled during the kickoff event, marking the
beginning of a transformative journey as they go on a 14-week training program
designed to bring their business towards international success.
The
Arise Plus Philippines Young Entrepreneurs (YE)! Boost Accelerator Program,
funded by the European Union and led by the International Trade Centre, in
partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry -
Competitiveness Innovation Group (DTI-CIG) and QBO Innovation Hub, has just
launched its 3rd Cohort. Twelve Filipino youth-led startups were unveiled
during the kickoff event, marking the beginning of a transformative journey as
they go on a 14-week training program designed to bring their business towards
international success.
Arise
Plus Ye! Boost Accelerator Program gathers young entrepreneurs under 35,
preparing them to learn the tools and resources necessary to thrive in today's
competitive market. With a focus on going from local to global, this program
seeks to empower startups to scale their ventures beyond borders and make a
remarkable impact on the international stage.
Through
strategic partnerships facilitated by QBO, ITC, and DTI-CIG, the twelve
participating startups will gain access to comprehensive training, mentorship
sessions, and networking opportunities. These initiatives aim to prepare them
to meet the challenges of the global market, positioning them for
sustainable business growth and investor readiness in the global market.
The 12 handpicked startups participating in the Arise Plus Ye!
Boost Accelerator Program Cohort 3 represents a diverse range of
industries—from technology, sustainability, to healthcare, and beyond:
·
BCRemit: A London-based fintech
company founded by Pinoys empowering OFWs with efficient money transfers.
·
PAMMÉ: A fashion brand crafting
sustainable accessories from recycled plastic, made by women deprived of
liberty.
·
Mylo Speech Buddy: Developer of a
speech development app for children with autism and speech delay.
·
Hibla Philippines: A social
enterprise preserving Philippine weaving traditions.
·
Nama Urban Farms: An urban
agriculture startup cultivating nutritious produce.
·
Capilli: A social enterprise
creating eco-friendly products from upcycled human hair waste.
·
REPAMANA: A circular fashion brand
repurposing hotel textiles into new garments.
·
Nutricoach Inc.: A platform aiding
dietitians in building and scaling nutrition clinics.
·
Reelist8: A PropTech x
Shoppertainment marketplace for real estate transactions.
·
Prezenter: A company that
simplifies presentations in under 10 seconds, helping teachers put their
lessons on Smart TVs.
·
TERPCAP INC: An accessibility
solutions provider for inclusive workplaces.
·
IndieCo: An SEO company blending
human creativity with AI for business content.
QBO Innovation Hub boasts a great pool of over 50 experts spanning
various industries, offering support and guidance to the startups throughout
the program. These mentors are well-equipped to train the entrepreneurs to
address a wide range of challenges and opportunities they may encounter.
"For the next 14 weeks, our startups will be immersed in a
transformative journey of mentorship and workshops, equipping them to create
wealth and enhance the lives of their employees. At QBO and IdeaSpace, we're
committed to building a community where innovation thrives and drives societal
impact," said Butch Meily, President of QBO and IdeaSpace.
“I know that your energy, passion,
and ideas can really shape the future of trade in the Philippines.” shared by
Mayara Louzada, Head of Youth & Trade Programme of ITC. We encourage you to
take advantage of the top notch mentorship, training, and linkages that you
will be getting through this accelerator program,” Louzada added.
"We are
thrilled to embark on this journey with the exceptional entrepreneurs selected
for Arise Cohort 3," said Miguel Lopez, National Youth Entrepreneurship
Lead for the ITC. "We believe in the power of profound support and a great
foundation. Through initiatives like Arise, we are committed to harnessing the
strengths of our Filipino startups to help them reach the European market and
champion their journey towards global success,” Lopez added.
To know more about QBO Innovation Hub and ARISE Cohort 3, please
visit www.qbo.com.ph.
Follow @QBOPhilippines
to stay tuned for updates on upcoming learning sessions on Intellectual
Property (IP), Investment Readiness, and more! Gear up for an enriching
experience as the program kicks into high gear in the coming weeks.
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About ARISE Plus Philippines
ARISE Plus Philippines is a 4-year project
funded by the European Union (EU), with the Department of Trade and Industry
(DTI) as lead partner, and the International Trade Centre (ITC) as the
technical agency for the project. The project aims to foster inclusive economic
growth in the Philippines through improved international trade performance and
competitiveness.
Under its first Output, ARISE Plus Philippines
seeks to provide targeted support to address critical gaps to participation in
global value chains that are hindering exports in priority products or
industries, through linkages with EU industry, especially concerning inclusive
innovation and the entrepreneurship ecosystem. In this context, the ARISE
Plus Ye! Boost Accelerator is a 14-week program designed to equip entrepreneurs
with the relevant skills to boost their global competitiveness and prepare
their ventures for internationalization. It is delivered by the ITC in
partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry and QBO Innovation Hub.
About the International Trade Centre
The International Trade Centre (ITC) is a
multilateral agency with a joint mandate with the World Trade Organization and
the United Nations. ITC connects micro, small and medium-sized enterprises to
global and regional value chains, a major contributor to economic growth and
poverty reduction. ITC provides country-and client-specific tailored support
through unique advisory services, capacity building, training and mentoring,
free tools and business data, and trade-specific publications.
To join the ITC’s Global Platform for youth
entrepreneurs, join the Ye! Community at www.yecommunity.com.
About QBO Innovation Hub
QBO (‘ku-bo’), the programmatic arm of
IdeaSpace, is the Philippines’ first public-private initiative focused on
providing a platform for the startup community to collaborate, develop talents,
and grow. It operates incubation and acceleration programs for startups across
multiple stages and industries and conducts an array of startup ecosystem and
community activities to improve access to markets, knowledge, capital, and
talent.
Created in 2016 through a partnership with
IdeaSpace, J.P. Morgan, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), and
the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), QBO has been an active player in
creating a competitive ecosystem in the Philippines, fueled by its vision of
Filipino startups changing the world.
For more information on QBO, visit their
website at www.qbo.com.ph
or follow their social media accounts at @QBOPhilippines.
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