ICEBOX TBI, in partnership with Leave a Nest Group, successfully held the 1st Mindanao TECH PLANTER Info Session at the ICEBOX TBI Event Space in MSU Gensan. The session introduced the TECH PLANTER programโLeave a Nestโs flagship platform for supporting deep-tech startups and research commercializationโto the local innovation community.
Participants learned about Leave a Nestโs mission of advancing science and technology for global happiness by bridging academia, industry, government, and communities. The session highlighted the programโs comprehensive support for science-based innovators through mentorship, funding, pitch opportunities, and international networking.
The event brought together aspiring innovators, startup founders, researchers, and ecosystem enablers who are committed to solving deep societal issues through technology. As ICEBOX TBI continues to champion innovation in the region, the info session served as a catalyst for new collaborations, and a strong step forward in empowering Mindanao-based talents to reach global markets.