Davao Student Start-up Summit - Registration Form

​Now on its third year, the Davao Student Startup Summit (DS3) returns with a new approach: this time, we begin with listening.

​Instead of jumping straight into pitching and prototypes, DS3 2025 flips the script with a reverse ideathon format. Students will first listen to sectoral speakers from Agriculture, Arts & Culture, and Media & Communications who will share real-world challenges rooted in Davao and the Philippines. These stories become the foundation for collaboration and innovation.

​This year’s theme: “Inspiring Stories, Rooted Solutions.”

​✨ What to expect:

• ​Sectoral Talks: Hear grounded stories from Agriculture, Arts & Culture, and Media & Communications.

• ​Collaborative Ideathon: Work with participants from business, tech, and creative fields to validate problems and brainstorm solutions.

• ​Pitch Back Sessions: Share your first concepts in a safe, low-pressure environment.

• ​Cross-University Connections: Build diverse teams that reflect the real-world mix of skills needed to create impact.

​🎯 Who should join

• ​Hustlers (Business minds) – Those eager to explore entrepreneurship, management, and strategy, turning ideas into ventures.

• ​Hackers (Tech builders) – Individuals passionate about coding, engineering, and problem-solving who want to create practical solutions.

• ​Hipsters (Creatives & Storytellers) – Creatives in design, media, and the arts who can craft compelling narratives and human-centered solutions.

​✅ Register now and be part of DS3 2025.
Spots are limited to 60 Participants only. Apply now!