Brainsparks, e27 see more opportunities for startups in 2025

Business incubator Brainsparks and ecosystem platform e27 said the country’s startups could look forward to more opportunities and investments to grow their businesses in 2025 as they continue facilitating business matching and partnerships among local emerging enterprises.

In a news release, the firms said they are already planning to conduct Echelon Philippines 2025, following the success of the tech and startup business conference last September.

The companies said its inaugural Echelon Philippines drew more than 2,500 attendees, featured 90 leading speakers, and hosted 40 exhibitors, along with 15 startup showcases. 

“e27 is thrilled to have partnered with Brainsparks for the first-ever Echelon Philippines event. Over the past decade, we’ve organized numerous pitching and networking events, witnessing firsthand the remarkable growth of the entrepreneurial community, advancements in technology infrastructure, and increasing investor interest in Philippines-focused startups and founders. This, combined with continued government support, highlights the country’s rising prominence in the regional Southeast Asia tech ecosystem. Echelon Philippines 2024 stands as a testament to the maturity and growing relevance of the Philippines in the region,” said e27 co-founder and CEO Mohan Belani.

Brainsparks co-founder Artie Lopez said that for Echelon Philippines 2025, “we're planning more extensive startup showcases, deeper investor engagements, and specialized content sessions that align with the government's vision for a tech-driven economy."

Brainsparks and e27 said the Philippine startup ecosystem saw its valuation surge to $6.4 billion in 2024, nearly doubling from $3.5 billion in 2023. 

The companies said the growth reflects the collaborative efforts between the private sector and the government to strengthen the ecosystem and position the Philippines as a key player in the region.

“As we move towards Echelon Philippines 2025, we are fully aligned with the government’s vision of fostering a digitally driven economy. By providing a platform where Filipino startups can connect with investors, corporates, and policymakers, we are directly supporting the government's efforts to accelerate digital transformation and build a robust, innovative startup ecosystem that will power the country’s future,” said Lopez. — Ted Cordero/BM, GMA Integrated News