11 – 13 April 2024
Isabela Convention Center (ICON)
Cauayan City, Isabela, Philippines

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SYNERGY UNLEASHED: 
BECOMING SMART AND SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES THROUGH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPs

Aims to serve as an avenue where government leaders, industries, innovators and academic institutions can explore opportunities for knowledge-sharing and partnerships as a strategic model in building smart and sustainable communities.

Download DILG Memorandum Circular No. 2024 - 035

highlights

Why should you go

Smarter Technologies
Exhibition

Showcase of products, services and solutions of DOST technologies and industry partners.

Smarter Technologies
Exhibition

Showcase of products, services and solutions of DOST technologies and industry partners.

Leader’s
Forum

Gathering of leaders and changemakers from around ASEAN countries to discuss key topics of relevance to smarter and sustainability programs.

Leader’s
Forum

Gathering of leaders and changemakers from around ASEAN countries to discuss key topics of relevance to smarter and sustainability programs.

Technology
Transfer

Opportunity to discuss details and commitment for possible transfer of technologies.

Technology
Transfer

Opportunity to discuss details and commitment for possible transfer of technologies.

Business
Matching

Networking with industries and service providers for collaboration opportunities.

Business
Matching

Networking with industries and service providers for collaboration opportunities.

Speaker's
Session

Lecture series by dynamic speakers and experts about transformative and innovative solutions.

Speaker's
Session

Lecture series by dynamic speakers and experts about transformative and innovative solutions.

Reverse
Pitching

Simulation of the tripartite partnership among Local Government Units (LGU), Higher Education Institutions (HEI), Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and Industry players towards establishing startup ecosystem.

Reverse
Pitching

Networking
Engagement

Socialization among leaders for networking and partnership.

Networking
Engagement

Socialization among leaders for networking and partnership.

Celebrating
Partnerships

Platform for linking partnerships established, launching of projects, knowledge sharing, showcasing cutting-edge research, technological advancements, and successful case studies.

Celebrating
Partnerships

Platform for linking partnerships established, launching of projects, knowledge sharing, showcasing cutting-edge research, technological advancements, and successful case studies.

Gawagaway-yan
Festival

Festive experience that commemorates the success and progress of the City of Cauayan.

Gawagaway-yan
Festival

Festive experience that commemorates the success and progress of the City of Cauayan.

SYNERGY UNLEASHED

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Agenda at a
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Day 01

April

11

iDEA+ Reverse Pitching Presentation (TED Talk Style)
Arrival of VIP’s & Ribbon Cutting of Bazaar (pasalubong center) powered by oneSTORE
Opening Ceremonies
Synergy Unleashed: 80 LGU’s Journey
Launching of LGU Performance Excellence in Science, Technology, and Innovation Award
Launching of SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) SET Roadmap of Cauayan City
Press Conference
Networking Engagement & Fellowship

Day 02

April

12

Plenary Sessions: INTERNATIONAL ENGAGEMENT AND LINKAGES
START-UP ECOSYSTEM
Sharing of Best Practices and initiatives of LGUs
DOST attached agencies Smart Initiatives and Program
Localizing SGD 7: Smart and Sustainable Energy Transition for Cities and Communities
Water Summit: Smart Water Infrastructure and Management (SWIM)
Grand Coronation Night of Mutya ng Cauayan cum BAMBOO TEXTILE FASHION SHOW

Day 03

April

13 A Recap of last year

let us reflect on last year’s resounding success

total attendees

prominent speakers

tech exhibitors

inspirational talks

the Venue

Isabela Convention Center
Located in the heart of the city. Our modern facility offers state-of-the-art and flexible event spaces that can accommodate a variety of event types and sizes.