PhilDev Foundation helps deliver dreams

For over a decade, the Philippine Development S&T Foundation Inc. (PhilDev), founded by successful Filipino technopreneur Diosdado “Dado” Banatao, has been empowering and inspiring Filipinos to excel in science and technology (S&T) through education, innovation and technopreneurship. It aims to create a future where Filipino talent excels in S&T and shapes worldwide progress. Science and technology have helped people improve their lives and lay the foundation for social progress.
The global Filipino: from workers to world-builders

When I first moved to the U.S. over 30 years ago, I was introduced as “the dependable Filipino team member.” It was meant as a compliment — and in many ways, it was. We are known for our work ethic, reliability, and humility. But I remember thinking, What if we were also introduced as the innovator, the founder, or the industry leader?