​In partnership with the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the San Francisco Center for Economic Development, SuccessLink Outsourcing, and Turkish Airlines, the San Francisco Filipino American Chamber of Commerce proudly presents:

​From San Francisco to Manila

​Business, Trade & Partnership Opportunities in the U.S.–Philippines Corridor

​As global investment, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing reshape international commerce, the Philippines is emerging as a strategic partner in the Indo-Pacific. With initiatives such as the Luzon Economic Corridor, Pax Silica, and the American AI Exports Program, new opportunities are developing across technology, infrastructure, trade, investment, and trusted supply chains.

​Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, corporate executive, policymaker, or business owner, this program will explore how San Francisco and the Philippines can work together to build stronger commercial partnerships and unlock new opportunities across the Pacific.

​Featured Speakers

​Hon. Arnel G. Talisayon
Consul General
Republic of the Philippines – San Francisco

​Brandon Remington
Deputy Under Secretary for Policy
Executive Director, National AI Center
U.S. Department of Commerce | International Trade Admin.

​Mark Chandler
Director of International Trade & Commerce
City and County of San Francisco

​Earl Martin Valencia
Executive Member
National Innovation Council of the Philippines

​Innovation & Investment Panel

​Hear from leaders shaping the future of technology, venture capital, digital infrastructure, and cross-border innovation.

• ​Samantha Borja – Menlo Ventures

• ​Ellen Damaso – Venture Partner, Plus Ulta Capital Partners

• ​Andy Rapista – Co-Founder, CEO, Invictus

​Together, they'll explore how government initiatives, venture capital, AI infrastructure, and entrepreneurship are converging to create new opportunities between the United States and the Philippines. The discussion will focus on what founders, investors, and business leaders need to know today to participate in tomorrow's innovation economy.

​Topics Include

• ​The Luzon Economic Corridor

• ​Pax Silica & Trusted Technology

• ​AI Infrastructure & Compute

• ​Cross-Border Investment

• ​Venture Capital & Startup Growth

• ​Trade & Supply Chain Opportunities

• ​Business Expansion Between the U.S. & Philippines

• ​Strategic Partnerships for the Next Generation of Innovation

​Who Should Attend?

​This program is designed for:

• ​Business Owners & Executives

• ​Entrepreneurs & Startup Founders

• ​Venture Capital & Angel Investors

• ​Corporate Innovation Leaders

• ​Professional Service Firms

• ​Import/Export Companies

• ​Commercial Real Estate & Infrastructure Professionals

• ​Anyone interested in the future of U.S.–Philippines business, technology, and innovation.

​Why Attend?

​This isn't just another panel discussion.

​It's an opportunity to hear directly from leaders in government, venture capital, entrepreneurship, and technology who are helping shape the next chapter of U.S.–Philippines collaboration.

​Meet founders, investors, business executives, policymakers, and innovators who are creating new pathways for trade, investment, AI, and trusted technology between two of the world's most dynamic innovation ecosystems.

​Whether you're looking to grow your business, raise capital, explore international markets, build strategic partnerships, or simply better understand where the next opportunities are emerging, you'll leave with practical insights, valuable connections, and a better understanding of how San Francisco and the Philippines are building the next innovation bridge together.