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Empowering Filipino Start-Ups: Shell LiveWire 2025 Showcases Innovation and Partnership

Taguig City, Philippines – August 5, 2025 – The 40th Floor Multipurpose Hall of The Finance Center came alive with the energy of entrepreneurs, industry experts, and partners during the Shell LiveWire Acceleration Program for Tech Start-ups Progress Review Session. The full-day event marked a significant milestone in supporting Filipino innovation and driving collaboration toward a sustainable future.

A Day of Learning and Connection

From 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., participants engaged in a mix of learning, networking, and co-creation. For many, this was the first chance to meet face-to-face after months of virtual sessions from June to August. Conversations flowed easily, with laughter and shared stories replacing the formality of online meetings.

An introduction to the Shell LiveWire program reminded attendees that this gathering was part of Shell’s ongoing commitment to nurture local innovators and help them grow into global changemakers. Warm welcome remarks and an icebreaker session quickly set a collaborative tone.

The morning featured knowledge-sharing sessions on B2B engagement and product design, highlighting how AI can enhance decision-making and expand market opportunities for SMEs. A hands-on workshop saw participants sketching bold ideas, filling whiteboards with possibilities, and co-creating solutions with newfound collaborators.

A key highlight was the Shell Procurement session, which opened pathways for start-ups to enter Shell’s supply chain. For many founders, this signaled an opportunity to scale their businesses through meaningful partnerships.

Dynamic Q&A sessions kept the discussions lively and interactive, while the awarding of recognitions and a group photo capped the morning on a celebratory note.

Spotlight on Filipino Innovation

The afternoon began with a proud moment as Roma was recognized as one of Shell’s global Top Ten Innovators 2025, earning applause from peers and partners.

The spotlight then turned to five Filipino start-ups that showcased their groundbreaking work:

  1. Pili AdheSeal Inc. – Producing eco-friendly adhesives and sealants for multiple industries. Pili AdheSeal on Facebook

     

  2. Agridom – Offering precision farming tools and drone services to boost agricultural productivity. Agridom Website

     

  3. Greentech Ecobooster PH – Developing patented fuel efficiency solutions to cut costs and reduce emissions. Greentech Ecobooster Website

     

  4. Nascent Technologies Corp. – Innovating with Nova, a sodium-ion car battery for clean, long-lasting energy storage. Nascent Technologies Website

     

  5. Verra Bella Enterprises – Creators of Daerrys Tilapia Ice Cream and Cookies, a high-protein dessert turning an everyday fish into an innovative treat. Daerrys Tilapia Ice Cream on Facebook

     

Their pitches reflected the resilience and creativity of Filipino entrepreneurs, rooted in local challenges but with potential global impact.

Driving Change Through Partnership

Shell LiveWire 2025 reinforced Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc. (PSFI)’s mission to help local enterprises thrive through mentorship, capacity building, and market linkages. By creating connections with industry networks and procurement channels, the program transforms bold ideas into scalable businesses.

“This year’s Shell LiveWire event is a testament to the creativity and resilience of Filipino entrepreneurs,” said Beverly Berberabe, Social Performance Adviser for Downstream PH of Shell Pilipinas Corporation. “By equipping them with knowledge, resources, and connections, we’re helping build a stronger, more sustainable economy—one start-up at a time.”

The event concluded with acknowledgments and an open invitation to continue building a community where innovation meets opportunity.

About Shell LiveWire

Shell LiveWire is Shell’s global flagship enterprise development program, present in more than 20 countries. It strengthens local economies by promoting entrepreneurship, innovation, and supply chain participation.

In the Philippines, PSFI delivers Shell LiveWire to empower Filipino entrepreneurs to scale their impact. The journey continues with the Final Pitch Day on September 2, 1:00 PM at the Echelon Philippines Conference, where the next wave of game-changing start-ups will take the stage.

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