Investment Updates

The Naga City Startup Community Assembly brought together startups, startup enablers, and key players last December 12, 2024 at Taste of Spice Naga City. It was an inspiring and productive afternoon of looking back at the year’s highlights, revisiting the startup strategic plan, and planning for the future as we discussed ways to strengthen our startup ecosystem through HaKa Naga. With meaningful conversations and a collective focus on 2025 goals, the community is motivated to produce more homegrown startups. From shared insights to actionable plans, we’re all set to drive innovation and bring more ideas to life.

On November 30, 2024, the Animation Council of the Philippines, Inc. (ACPI), during the Animahenasyon 2024 (The 18th Philippine Animation Festival) presented Fr. Danilo Isidro, SJ with a Lifetime Achievement Award for his services to ACPI and for his contribution to the local animation industry through animation training. The award also recognizes Ateneo de Naga University’s pioneering effort in offering a baccalaureate degree in computer arts and animation, not just in the Philippines but also Southeast Asia. Fr. Dan played an important role in the city’s early efforts to build a strong local animation/creative sector. With his insights and inputs,…