22 May 2025
Sixteen startups from the Benilde Trailblazer Startup incubation program have joined and finished the rigorous BAJ Accelerator May Cohort 2025. BAJ Accelerator is a six-day intensive program in New York that supports early-stage companies with expert-led workshops, targeted coaching and meaningful networking opportunities. These startups are part of the BTS (Benilde Trailblazer Startup) incubation Program of Benilde HIFI, a DOST-accredited Technology Business Incubator based at the Peter D. Garrucho Jr. Innovations Institute in Malate, Manila. Benilde HIFI transforms projects originating from capstone assignments, faculty research and alumni initiatives into innovative business ventures that reflect the school’s strength in digital interactive media and design.
A group of startups in the cohort showcase strong technological innovation and digital prowess. Pitaka (VTI), led by Emman Navalan and Ralph Acbd, offers a crypto wallet designed for seamless blockchain transactions. Get Your Visa, founded by Carlyn Gabon, harnesses artificial intelligence to simplify global visa applications. SurroundCast, driven by Mike Constantino and Christel Boncan Constantino, delivers immersive audio branding solutions. REVAstaff, founded by OJ Lopez, provides advanced real estate content creation through AI. Mylo.app, created by Vincent Rocha, supports children’s speech development with cutting-edge AI technology. Their digital innovations exemplify the practical application of technology skills developed at Benilde HIFI.
