The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI), in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), kicks off the Innovation Bridge Platform 2025 Consultation Workshop with the theme “Research That Works. Innovation That Pays.” The workshop aims to create a transformative ecosystem where DOST’s research excellence connects with PCCI’s market intelligence, ensuring that science, technology, and innovation (STI) initiatives directly address business needs and drive competitiveness.
Today’s session is part of a series of weekly consultative workshops covering five key industry clusters: (1) Food Processing Excellence and Specialty Commodities; (2) Natural Fiber and Marine Resources; (3) Sustainable Materials Innovation; (4) Metal Industries Advancement and Advanced Manufacturing and Electronics; and (5) Communications and Media Technology. These efforts will culminate in the Innovation Roadmap Summit on October 24, 2025.
Key officials present today include Dr. Napoleon K. Juanillo, Jr., DOST Assistant Secretary for Technology Transfer, Communications, and Commercialization; Engr. Ramon Escueta, PCCI Chairman for Innovation, Science &amp; Technology and the SME Committee; and Mr. Ruben J. Pascual, PCCI Secretary-General.

Innovation Bridge Platform 2025 Consultation Workshop with the theme “Research That Works. Innovation That Pays”