The first-ever Echelon Philippines took place on September 26-27, 2024, at the SMX Convention Center in Manila, marking a significant collaboration between Brainsparks and e27.

A major highlight of the event was the Startup Pitch Competition, which shone a spotlight on Filipino innovation. Promising startups from across the country showcased their ideas through exhibitions, onstage pitches, and more. The competition’s top prize went to SolX, an end-to-end digital energy solutions platform.

Echelon Philippines attracted over 2,500 attendees, featured 90 insightful speakers, hosted 40 exhibitors, and presented 15 startup showcases. With 38 content sessions, 10 sponsors, and 55 partners, the event provided an exceptional platform for fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth in the Philippine tech ecosystem.

As part of the Echelon series—Southeast Asia’s premier tech and startup conference—this event aligns with the mission to support and empower the region’s fast-growing tech market. Every year, Echelon connects thousands of founders, investors, and industry leaders, offering a valuable space for knowledge sharing and business development.

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