Local IT giant Acer Philippines, Inc. went to Davao and invited Davaoeños to get ready and be “Kong-nected.”
Davao City, home of the world-famous “Kadayawan Festival” and often called the “Durian Capital of the Philippines,” provided the venue for the I.T. company to meet school partners under the Acer Academy program. At the Tinalak Room of Seda Abreeza Hotel in Davao City, Acer gathered its school partners for an exclusive session and updated them regarding the latest and most innovative products from Acer and other developments from its global partner Microsoft.
Francis Kong: Acer Academy Ambassador
Later in the afternoon, the Acer Academy partners got a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet Acer’s newest campaign ambassador, top inspirational speaker, newspaper columnist, author and award-winning business consultant Francis Kong.
With its theme “Are you Kong-nected?,” Mr. Kong provided an exclusive learning experience on teaching and community building. Among his other topics included getting connected to what teachers teach, defining gaps, connecting and what educators should do, and even the progress in being connected.
Being one of the country’s most recognized inspirational speakers, Mr. Kong also provided inspiring stories and his spot-on observation of all aspects of life and how it can be related to enrich one’s personal and professional being. He also shared how technology plays in people’s everyday lives, particularly those in the academic community.
Also later during the day, Acer handed out awards to some of the Platinum members of the Acer Academy program in Mindanao. Among the member-schools are Camiguin University, Xavier – Ateneo de Cagayan, St. Rita’s College of Balingasag, St. Mary’s College of Tagum, Our Lady of Fatima Academy, Brokenshire College, Ateneo de Davao, and University of Mindanao.
Awards were also given to the program’s newest members such as Jose Rizal Memorial State University and Davao Medical School while a Loyalty Award was bestowed on Philippine Women’s College, a member since 2013.
More About Acer Academy Program
The Acer Academy Program started in 2012. The membership now spans some of the most prestigious colleges and universities nationwide. Bulk of the membership is in Luzon, followed by Visayas, then Mindanao. As member-schools of the program, the school and students enjoy several benefits such as Acer’s sponsorship of school events and activities, free training for the school faculty and IT personnel, a campus kiosk, and participation in campus tours. Students of an Acer Academy program member are also prioritized under Acer’s internship program where they get first crack at on-the-job or even possible hiring opportunities.
For more information about the Acer Academy Program, go to www.acer.com.ph, follow Acer via Twitter (twitter.com/acerphils) or www.Facebook.com/AcerPH.
(Press release from Acer Philippines)
