Cebu, Philippines—Farmtri, an agritech startup empowering farmers to enhance food production, won the top prize at a tech startup pitching competition. Organized by Inclusion Japan (ICJ) and The Company Cebu. Geeks On A Beach will be on November 13–15, 2024, at JPark Island Resort, Mactan, Cebu.
Part of the continuous endeavors to strengthen Cebu’s tech community is this competition. Geeks On A Beach international conference will be held on November 13–15, 2024, at JPark Island Resort, Mactan, Cebu.
Farmtri uses cutting-edge technology to revolutionize sustainable food production. By sourcing local ingredients and minimizing waste through predictive tools, Farmtri strengthens local communities and reduces environmental impact.
The startup took home a $2,000 cash prize—while SKloud SDS, a platform assisting Sangguniang Kabataan officials with youth profiling and events management, secured a $1,000 cash prize.
The Company Cebu emphasizes that events like the startup pitching competition aim to bridge the funding and support gap. Helping startups scale faster and succeed in the global market with the right support.
“Our support extends beyond providing workspace; we actively engage with startups through various initiatives, connecting them with global opportunities,” said Masaki Suguro, CEO of The Company Cebu and manager of Fukuoka Growth Next.
Suguro highlighted the collaboration with Inclusion Japan, a venture capital firm focused on ESG-driven startups. As a result of this collaboration, Cebu-based startups have an excellent opportunity to enter international markets, particularly Japan.
Companies like Impact Circle (social impact investments) and Instalimb (affordable prosthetics) are well-known for the support they receive from ICJ. And a major investor in ESG-focused startups.
The Company Cebu, a leading co-working space provider and Employer-of-record service, helps startups scale globally. With over 10 locations worldwide, including Hawaii, Japan, and Vietnam, it offers a strong network for entrepreneurs.
Since 2017, The Company Cebu has been involved in the local startup scene. Some of their initiatives include the Startup Island PH. Mentoring Program, the DTI’s Startup Mixers, and the much-awaited Geeks On A Beach conference.
Cebu continues to be a hub of innovation and startup activity. With the recent pitching competition and the upcoming 7th Geeks On A Beach this November 2024. This strengthens the city’s position in the global technology scene.
