Enterprise 2030:

The Rise of the AI-Native Business

How leaders are redesigning companies for a world where AI works alongside humans.

What is SaaScon PH ‘26?

SaaSCon PH is the premier gathering for the SaaS and AI community in the Philippines, bringing together:

SaaS, platform, and AI founders and leaders

SME and enterprise SaaS decision-makers

Venture capital and private equity investors

Local and global media partners

AI is no longer just a tool. It’s becoming the operating system of modern companies.

SaaScon PH is the premier gathering of the SaaS and AI ecosystem in the Philippines — bringing together founders, enterprise leaders, investors, and technology innovators shaping the next generation of business.

In 2026, the conversation shifts from whether AI will transform companies to how leaders are redesigning their organizations around it.

From AI-native platforms to agent-driven workflows, enterprises are entering a new phase of digital transformation — one where software does more than support work. It now performs it.

At SaaScon PH ’26, we explore how companies are adapting their strategy, workforce, and technology to operate in this new environment.

Whether you’re building, scaling, or investing in software, SaaScon PH is where the region’s next generation of SaaS and AI companies come together.

See What Business Leaders Are Talking About

From AI transformation to the future of work, catch the most talked-about moments from SaaSCon PH ’26.

Missed SaaScon PH '26?

Catch the sessions, insights, and strategies from leaders building the next generation of AI-powered enterprises.

Featured Sessions

Plenary

Enterprise 2030: The Rise of the AI-Native Organization

This keynote from a global strategy leader looks at what the AI-native enterprise will look like by 2030 — and what leaders should begin rethinking today.

Plenary

Leading in the Age of AI: How CEOs Are Rewiring Their Companies

In this panel, CEOs and technology leaders share how they are deploying AI inside their organizations and what it means for strategy and leadership.

Start-up

A Glimpse of Agentic Engineering: Build Apps with AI Agents, the Right Way

A 45-minute working session on what changes when you stop engineering code and start engineering the system in which AI agents produce code.

Enterprise

The System of Intelligence: Orchestrating the Next Era of Customer Experience

Workflows are no longer human-centric. Learn how to embed autonomous agents that outperform your operations team.

SME

Affordable AI Tools That Actually Work for SMEs

An interactive walkthrough of the AI tools truly powering growth for lean teams, paired with a practical 30-day SME roadmap you can act on immediately.

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Individual Registration

General Public Rate

For business leaders looking to level up.

₱2,499

Full-day conference access
All keynotes and breakout sessions
Networking with SaaS and Business Leaders
Event kit and refreshments

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Customer Rate

Special rate for Sprout Customers.

₱1,999

Full-day conference access
All keynotes and breakout sessions
Networking with SaaS and Business Leaders
Event kit and refreshments

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Group Registration

Group Registration - General Public

Coming with your team? Register 3 or more participants.

₱1,999

Bring 3–9 team members
Full access to sessions and networking
Event kit and refreshments included

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Group Registration - Sprout Customers

Special group pricing for Sprout customers.

₱1,599

Perfect for teams of 3–9 participants
Access to all sessions and networking
Event kit and refreshments included

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Table Registration

Are you bringing your leadership team?

Reserve a table and experience SaaSCon together with fellow executives and business leaders across product, HR, and technology.

Event Program Mention

Priority Seating

Executive Networking

Table Registration - General Public

Reserve a table for your leadership team (Max. 10 pax).

₱15,000

Reserve Your Table

Table Registration - Sprout Customers

Special table rate for Sprout Customers (Max. 10 pax).

₱13,000

Reserve Your Table

Who Should Attend

Built for the Builders of Tomorrow

Business Leaders

Understand how companies are deploying AI agents, automation, and AI-native tools to transform operations.

SaaS Founders & Builders

Learn how AI is reshaping product strategy, customer acquisition, and the next generation of SaaS platforms.

HR & Workforce Leaders

Explore how organizations are redesigning roles, skills, and people strategies for the age of AI.

Investors & VCs

Discover emerging opportunities across AI platforms, vertical SaaS, and agent-driven business models.

Product & Technology Leaders

Learn how modern AI stacks, copilots, and agents are transforming enterprise software architecture.

The 2026 Conference Agenda

Registration & Breakfast

Grab breakfast, meet fellow attendees, and get a first look at what’s ahead at the Philippines’ biggest SaaS conference.

Keynote Presentation:

Enterprise 2030: The Rise of the AI-Native Organization

AI is quickly becoming part of how companies actually run. From agents executing workflows to AI-assisted decisions across teams, organizations are starting to redesign how work gets done. This keynote from a global strategy leader looks at what the AI-native enterprise will look like by 2030 — and what leaders should begin rethinking today.

Fireside Chat:

Leading in the Age of AI: How CEOs Are Rewiring Their Companies

AI has moved from experimentation to the executive agenda. Business leaders are now figuring out where it truly creates value — from productivity gains to new ways of operating. In this panel, CEOs and technology leaders share how they are deploying AI inside their organizations and what it means for strategy and leadership.

Break

Quick recharge. Snack on locally sourced bites while we recap what you just missed.

Panel Discussion:

The AI Workforce: Redesigning Jobs, Skills, and Leadership

As AI takes over more routine tasks, the nature of work is shifting. Roles are evolving, new skills are emerging, and managers are learning how to lead teams that work alongside AI. HR leaders discuss how companies are preparing their workforce — and what the future of work may actually look like.

Panel Discussion:

The AI Stack: Platforms, Agents, and the New Enterprise Architecture

As companies move from pilots to real deployment, the technology stack behind AI is changing fast. Copilots, agents, and AI-native platforms are reshaping how software supports daily work. This panel looks at the tools companies are adopting — and what organizations should prioritize next.

Lunch & Networking

Refuel through a sumptuous Marriott lunch, and maximize your time by mingling with your peers, the best and brightest minds in the tech and business communities.

Track 1

Startups & Scale-Ups

Discover how today’s most ambitious founders are leveraging AI, capital, and community to move from early traction to exponential growth. This track dives into go-to-market innovation, funding readiness, and product-led scaling in the age of intelligent automation.

Keynote Presentation:

Startup Nation Rising: Why SEA Is Poised to Lead the Agentic Revolution

A forward-looking keynote examining why Southeast Asia is uniquely positioned to lead the rise of agentic AI—from market agility and talent depth to the region’s accelerating startup ecosystem.

Panel Discussion:

AI Is Everywhere, But Where Is the Real Value?

AI adoption is accelerating, but not all innovation translates into venture-scale outcomes. This session brings together leading investors to unpack where real value is being created, how they’re filtering signal from noise, and what separates sustainable AI companies from short-term hype.

Panel Discussion:

Who builds the builders? Structuring AI-Native
Product Development Teams

An exploration of how AI-native teams are formed, scaled, and empowered—covering talent models, skills, workflows, and the organizational structures that can deliver next-generation products.

Workshop:

A Glimpse of Agentic Engineering: Build Apps with AI Agents, the Right Way

A 45-minute working session on what changes when you stop engineering code and start engineering the system in which AI agents produce code. You’ll leave with the idea of how to work with AI agents effectively — the patterns and a clear picture of how to properly do agentic engineering and app development with AI agents.

The Inner Circle:

Rapid-Fire Founder-Funder Matchup

A curated, high-impact one-on-one pitch session where 10 high-potential founders connect directly with top investors seeking the next breakout SaaS success. Designed for focused, fast-paced interactions, this format enables founders to showcase their solutions while investors identify scalable, high-growth opportunities.

Closing Remarks

As the SaaS and AI landscape evolves, the next big opportunities belong to those who act boldly and build responsibly. Join us as we close the day with key takeaways and a look ahead, what the next year of intelligent, human-led innovation means for startups, enterprises, and the Philippine tech ecosystem.

Track 2

Enterprise Innovation

Explore how large organizations are reimagining operations, talent, and technology with AI at the core. This track showcases real-world enterprise transformations, where intelligent systems, data-driven leadership, and human insight converge to unlock scalable growth and resilience.

Keynote Presentation:

The System of Intelligence: Orchestrating the Next Era of Customer Experience

Workflows are no longer human-centric. Learn how to embed autonomous agents that outperform your operations team.

Fireside Chat:

Data Governance in the Age of AI: Governance in the AI Wild West

In 2026, data leaks aren’t accidents but design flaws. Let’s talk about governance when AI makes the calls.

Panel Discussion:

Modernizing Legacy Systems with AI: What Works, What Doesn’t, What’s Next

From real-world transformation stories, this session will cover what works, what breaks, and how to move forward without costly rip-and-replace strategies.

Fireside Chat:

When Giants Wake Up: The Realities of AI-Led Enterprise Change

An in-depth look at how a traditional enterprise successfully transitioned to AI-driven operations.

Closing Remarks

Track 3

Strategic Partner

SMEs & Digital Transformation

Learn how small and mid-sized businesses can harness AI and automation to simplify operations, boost productivity, and compete at scale. This track highlights accessible tools, real success stories, and strategies for building a digital-first mindset that drives long-term growth.

Keynote Presentation:

Reinventing the Entrepreneur: Winning in Times of Technological Change

Entrepreneurs today face constant technological disruption that is reshaping how businesses operate and compete. This keynote explores how SMEs can adapt their mindset, embrace new technologies, and reinvent their strategies to stay relevant and win in times of rapid change.

Panel Discussion:

What No One Tells You About AI for SMEs:
A Peer-Curated Exchange

Straight talk from SMEs who’ve tried, failed, succeeded and still show up. It’s tactical. It’s honest.

Workshop:

Affordable AI Tools That Actually Work for SMEs

An interactive walkthrough of the AI tools truly powering growth for lean teams, paired with a practical 30-day SME roadmap you can act on immediately. Real tools, real steps, real impact.

Q&A

Unfiltered AI: The All-Star Speaker AMA

Our entire lineup returns to the stage to tackle your most pressing, upvoted questions in a rapid-fire, no-holds-barred Q&A.

Closing Remarks:

The End of Business as Usual: Disrupt Yourself or Be Disrupted

The old way of running an SME is over. This is your call to disrupt your own business before the market does it for you.

Hear From the Leaders Building the Future of SaaS and AI

SaaScon PH '26 Speakers and Panelists

SaaScon PH brings together founders, enterprise leaders, investors, and technology innovators who are actively building and deploying the next generation of AI-powered software and platforms.

Expect candid insights, real-world lessons, and forward-looking conversations from leaders

operating at the forefront of SaaS and AI.

Patrick Gentry

CEO

Sprout Solutions

Saurish Basu

Associate Partner

McKinsey & Company

Jojo Malolos

CEO

PayMongo

Ambe Tierro

Country Managing Director and Technology Centers Lead

Accenture in the Philippines

Precious Lim

Country Manager

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Philippines

Philip Amores

VP for People and Culture

KMC Solutions

Alvanson So

Regional People Lead

Canva

Kavita Handa

Global Head Talent Acquisition and People

UnifyCX

Laura Diedrich

Head of Lufthansa Technical Training Operations Asia-Pacific

Lufthansa Technical Training

Monica Maralit

Chief Operating Officer

PSG Global Solutions

Gian Dela Rama

Chief Product Officer

Sprout Solutions

Abhinav Chugh

CEO

Peoplebox.ai

Ray Alimurung

General Partner

Kaya Founders

Franco Varona

Managing Partner

Foxmont Capital Partners

Joan Yao

General Partner

Kickstart Ventures

John Januszczak

Advisor to the Board

1882 Energy Ventures

Steven Rosen

Chief Technology Officer

Singlife Philippines

Angie Po

Vice President for Product Management

Globe Business

Melecio Valerio Jr., CDMP, MSIT

Head of Data Governance, Group Technology

Maya

Mario Domingo

Founder

Domingo AI Research Center Foundation

Kaushal Sutaria

Managing Director

Sterling International Consulting

Ana Pañares

AVP of Sales

Sprout Solutions

Pia Azarcon

Director and Managing Partner

IBM Consulting

Paul Peter Garcia

Country Managing Director

SoftwareOne Philippines

Clinton Marsh

Chief Technology Officer

KMC Solutions

Monchito Ibrahim

Executive Member

National Innovation Council

Lito Villanueva

Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation and Inclusion Officer

RCBC

Jose Magsaysay, Jr.

Honorary Member

Philippine AI Business Association (PAIBA)

RJ Ledesma

Host, The RJ Ledesma Podcast

Columnist, Business World

Editor-at-large, The Business Manual

Doc Ligot

Founding ExeCom and Director

Philippine AI Business Association (PAIBA)

Amrei Dizon

Founding ExeCom and Director

Philippine AI Business Association (PAIBA)

Fleire Castro

Founder

ContentDash

Albert Padin

Chief Product and Innovation Officer

mWell

Paulo Campos

Founding Managing General Partner

Kaya Founders

Rio Ilao

Founder and CEO

MobileOptima Inc.

Joey Gurango

Member

Philippine AI Business Association (PAIBA)

Jerry Ilao

Co-founder and President

Philippine AI Business Association (PAIBA)

Alex Gentry

Co-Founder

Sprout Solutions

Ralph Regalado

Chief Scientist & Head of AI

Kollab

Michelle Alarcon

President

Analytics & AI Association of the Philippines

Gino Oliver

Engineering Manager

Sprout Solutions

Ferdie Mangahas Jr

Product Manager

Sprout Solutions

Jeremy Young

Head of Philippines Coverage

Gentree Fund

Samantha Tongco

Portfolio Management Associate

Wavemaker Partners

Kendrick Ong

Investment Senior Associate

Kickstart Ventures

Catrina Magsadia

Vice President of Investments

Foxmont Capital

Phoebe Fontanilla

Senior Investment Manager

Gobi Partners

Toby Floro

Investment Director

Kaya Founders

Jessica Cruz

Value Creation and Sustainability Analyst

TNB Aura

Patricia Salak

Associate Director

JG Digital Equity Ventures, Inc.

Angie Po

Vice President for Product Management

Globe Business

Anne Francisco

Co-founder and Founding Vice President

Philippine AI Business Association (PAIBA)

Sponsors & Partners

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For any questions or concerns, you may send them to saascon@sprout.ph

Enterprise 2030:

The Rise of the AI-Native Business

How leaders are redesigning companies for a world where AI works alongside humans.

What is SaaScon PH ‘26?

See What Business Leaders Are Talking About

Missed SaaScon PH '26?

Featured Sessions

Watch Anytime, Anywhere

Don't miss the biggest SaaS conversation of the year!

General Public Rate

Customer Rate

Group Registration - General Public

Group Registration - Sprout Customers

Are you bringing your leadership team?

Table Registration - General Public

Table Registration - Sprout Customers

Built for the Builders of Tomorrow

Business Leaders

SaaS Founders & Builders

HR & Workforce Leaders

Investors & VCs

Product & Technology Leaders

The 2026 Conference Agenda

Registration & Breakfast

Keynote Presentation:

Enterprise 2030: The Rise of the AI-Native Organization

Saurish Basu

Fireside Chat:

Leading in the Age of AI: How CEOs Are Rewiring Their Companies

Patrick Gentry

Jojo Malolos

Ambe Tierro

Precious Lim

Break

Panel Discussion:

The AI Workforce: Redesigning Jobs, Skills, and Leadership

Philip Amores

Alvanson So

Kavita Handa

Laura Diedrich

Monica Maralit

Panel Discussion:

The AI Stack: Platforms, Agents, and the New Enterprise Architecture

Gian Dela Rama

Abhinav Chugh

Fleire Castro

Albert Padin

Lunch & Networking

Track 1

Startups & Scale-Ups

Keynote Presentation:

Startup Nation Rising: Why SEA Is Poised to Lead the Agentic Revolution

Paulo Campos

Panel Discussion:

AI Is Everywhere, But Where Is the Real Value?

Ray Alimurung

Franco Varona

Joan Yao

John Januszczak

Panel Discussion:

Who builds the builders? Structuring AI-Native Product Development Teams

Alex Gentry

Ralph Regalado

Michelle Alarcon

Workshop:

A Glimpse of Agentic Engineering: Build Apps with AI Agents, the Right Way

Gino Oliver

Ferdie Mangahas Jr

The Inner Circle:

Rapid-Fire Founder-Funder Matchup

Jeremy Young

Samantha Tongco

Kendrick Ong

Catrina Magsadia

Phoebe Fontanilla

Toby Floro

Jessica Cruz

Patricia Salak

Closing Remarks

Track 2

Who builds the builders? Structuring AI-Native
Product Development Teams

What No One Tells You About AI for SMEs:
A Peer-Curated Exchange