April 22, 2022
1:00 PM
Makati Diamond Residences
Legaspi 1 Function Room

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As part of the year-long celebration of IPOPHL's 25th Anniversary and in conjuction with the country's marking of National IP Month (NIPM), we are holding our 2nd Grand IP Forum with the theme "IP and Youth: Innovating for a Silver-Bright Future".

The Forum will serve as an avenue for young inventors, creatives and entrepreneurs to learn about IPOPHL's initiatives to bring IP closer to the youth. Attendees will also be given the opportunity to showcase their innovations and creations, and engage with government and private institutions in discussions on how best to empower the youth with IP.

*Program

  • Opening Remarks
    • IPOPHL Deputy Director General Nelson P. Laluces
  • Message
    • Secretary Ramon M. Lopez, Department of Trade and Industry
  • IP in the Philippines and IP Awareness Initiatives for the Youth
    • IPOPHL Director General Rowel S. Barba

  • Inspirational Message: The Journey of Young Filipino Creatives in the Global Landscape

    • Mr. Rhuigi Villasenor, Creative Director Bally Switzerland
  • Showcase of Inventions and Innovations by Young Inventors

    • AirDisc by Ms. Maria Yzabel Angel Palma

    • Guava Cider Vinegar by Ms. Cha Rev Amour Cruz

    • Multi SAVER Cane by Ms. Yzhae Marione Capuno Villaruel 

    • GT Fabric by Ms. Near Blessing Olpindo (co-inventor)

    • Pili Seal by Mr. Mark Kennedy Bantugon

  • Break
  • Showcase of Inventions and Innovations by Young Entrepreneurs
    • InvestEd by Ms. Carmina Bayombong
    • Harl's Leather Handicraft by Mr. Harley Dave Beltran

  • Panel Discussion/Talk Show: Government and Private Initiatives in Support of Youth Empowerment through IP

    • Ms. Nadine Hakizimana, World Intellectual Property Organization
    • Ms. Ricel Carbinilla, DTI - BSMED
    • Engr. Romeo M. Javate, DOST - TAPI
    • Executive Director Maria Rita Matute, Design Center of the Philippines (TBC)
    • Executive Director Lilia T. Habacon, Philippine Science High School System
    • Mr. Anton Sayo, Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry
    • Mr. Jonathan So, Toktok Mall (TBC)
    • Mr. Wesley Shibata, DEVTAC
  • Open Forum with Participants
  • Summation of Discussions
    • OIC - DITTB Director Louie Andrew Calvario
  • Message of Support
    • Dr. Richard Abendan, USAID STRIDE
  • Closing Remarks
    • IPOPHL Deputy Director General Teodoro Pascua

Master of Ceremony:

    • Mr. RJ Ledesma, IP Ambassador
    • Atty. Louie Andrew C. Calvario, IPOPHL

*Provisional Program