(SBDC) — The excitement continues to build for the upcoming CNMI Small Business Development Center Network’s 2024 Friends of Business Summit Cybertech Edition, and the CNMI SBDC is pleased to announce a notable addition to its lineup of esteemed speakers and virtual guests. Set to take the stage during one of two afternoon breakout sessions, the presenters are poised to redefine the intersection of business strategy and technological innovation.
“Revolutionizing Business Dynamics: Integrating Comprehensive Technologies and Sustainable Practices into Business Strategy” aims to redefine the approach to modern business challenges. This session will feature a premier CNMI tech company, exploring the fusion of state-of-the-art technology, sustainable practices, media content, and cutting-edge marketing strategies. The goal is to provide participants with actionable insights on driving innovation, bolstering security, and fostering sustainable growth through integrated business strategies.
Takeaways
This session promises to equip attendees with a holistic view of incorporating modern technologies, sustainable practices, and effective marketing strategies into their operations. The focus will be on fostering innovation, enhancing security, and ensuring sustainable growth.
About the presenters
The CNMI SBDC is proud to feature an illustrious roster of speakers and virtual guests, including:
• Perry Inos Jr., Partner & Managing Director at AP Solutions, whose expertise lies at the intersection of business strategy and technological innovation.
• Jesse Deleon Guerrero, IT Project Manager at AP Solutions, a stalwart in IT operations management and critical infrastructure oversight.
• Clayton Izuka, Systems and Sales Manager at AP Solutions, known for his innovative approach to digital platform development and marketing strategies.
• Virtual Guest: Paul Cheng, IT Director at AP Solutions, renowned for his leadership in IT program and project management.
• Virtual Guest: Jubal Mabaquiao, Tech Lead at AP Solutions, a veteran in software engineering with a specialization in AI/ML technologies.
• Virtual Guest: Francis Felix, Senior Project Manager, Scrum Master & Business Analyst at AP Solutions, with extensive experience in software application support and development.
• Virtual Guest: Brixton Gripon, Marketing & Media Manager & Lead Graphic Artist at AP Group, an expert in digital marketing and high-quality graphic design.
About the CyberTech Summit
The 2024 Friends of Business Summit: Cybertech Edition is a CNMI SBDC signature event that aims to bring together the private and public sectors across the Commonwealth. This year, the SBDC is taking the summit on a tech space journey through exploring the latest technological advances that can propel leaders in business, education and central government into the digital age. This training opportunity and tradeshow event will be open to all current and future SBDC clients at no-cost; however, pre-registration will be required. Due to limited seating, clients who do not have a confirmed reservation will not be admitted.
“Join us as we offer training opportunities where areas in Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, and technological advancement in the workplace and education, and implementation of technological systems in governmental operations will be topics of discussion lead by both local and national industry experts.”
Key highlights
1) Innovative Presentations. Throughout the course of the day, Industry experts and thought leaders will share insights into the latest technological trends and offer solutions on how businesses can leverage them for their growth and efficiency.
2) Trade Show. A vibrant trade show will be a central part of the Summit, featuring tech businesses showcasing their cutting-edge products and services, providing a unique opportunity for the community to interact directly with tech innovators and explore firsthand, solutions that will be made available to them and how best they can be implemented to support business needs.
3) Networking Opportunities. The Summit will foster networking opportunities, allowing attendees to connect with fellow professionals, government representatives, and tech industry leaders, building connections crucial for fostering collaboration and driving innovation.
“We are excited to bring the 2024 Friends of Business Summit: Cybertech Edition to the CNMI’s business and education communities,” said Nadine C. Deleon Guerrero, Network Director of the CNMI Small Business Development Center Network. “This event was designed to empower businesses with the market, knowledge and resources they need to thrive in the digital era. We are grateful for the collaboration with our industry experts and the NMC’s Office of Information Technology. We look forward to a day of learning, networking, and exploring the exciting possibilities that technology offers as we move into the age of digital transformation.”
To register, call the CNMI SBDC Network Lead Center Office at (670) 237-6888 or email cnmisbdc@marianas.edu/. To stay updated with your local SBDC, visit www.cnmisbdc.com/, @cnmisbdc on Instagram or on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/cnmisbdc/.
Registration will close on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 or when maximum capacity has been reached.
