Benilde HiFi

Benilde HiFi, in collaboration with Benilde Senior High School Accountancy, Business and Management (ABM) and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) tracks, successfully facilitated a two-day Design Thinking Workshop last April 20–21 at ARG Theatre.

The workshop brought together Design Thinking Coaches from various offices and departments, including CIPM, CFAD, Innovation Office, SHS Faculty, and the Benilde HiFi Team, led by Head Coach Ar. Alexander Abear.

This initiative serves as a capacity-building program for future changemakers—empowering students to think creatively, solve real-world challenges, and become the next generation of problem solvers.

INTERN SPOTLIGHT

Proudly made by Benilde HiFi Intern, Gabrielle Goleta.

What started as a growing sport is quickly turning into something bigger. Pickleball in the Philippines is finding its space not just on the court, but in the business landscape.

From rentals and coaching to equipment and community-led events, the opportunities are starting to unfold. It’s still early, and that’s exactly what makes it exciting.

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If you’re into sports and business, watch this closely 👀 Pickleball is blowing up in the Philippines 🇵🇭 Not just a sport anymore… it’s becoming a business opportunity What I’ve been seeing is simple: more players = more demand = more opportunities From court rentals and coaching to equipment and events, the business side of pickleball is starting to grow. As an athlete, I notice what’s gaining traction As someone into business, I notice where the opportunities are It’s still early, and that’s what makes it interesting From the court to capital 💡 #pickleball #pickleballph #courtsidecapitalph #sports #business

Benilde HiFi through Alexander Abear and Jannah Tolentino recently went to Davao to facilitate a 2-day Design Thinking Workshop for the Davao Builders Digital Network (DBDN), bringing Benilde HiFi’s Innovation for Inclusion approach into conversation with the realities and emerging challenges of the construction sector.

Across two days and two groups, the workshop created a space for professionals from different organizations to collaborate, exchange insights, and explore more human-centered and innovative ways of solving industry problems. More than a workshop, it became an opportunity to help participants step back, reframe challenges, and think more intentionally about how better solutions can be designed for real people and real contexts.

This engagement reflected what Benilde HiFi stands for: helping bridge ideas, industries, and people through design thinking, innovation, and problem-solving that are grounded in real-world needs. We were grateful for the opportunity to represent Benilde HiFi in Davao and contribute to an initiative that opened space for deeper reflection, collaboration, and more inclusive ways of building.

Thank you to Davao Builders Digital Network and its partners for making this possible.

Creativity, culture, and heritage come together as the Arts Management Philippine Culture and Society (AMCULTR) course under the Creative Industries Management (AB-CIM) program officially launches the Likha’t Lahi Jeepney Signage Workshop at Benilde Hub of Innovation for Inclusion (HiFi).

Held on the 3rd floor of the HiFi Building, the workshop highlights the vibrant artistry and craftsmanship of Edwin Tayao, whose works continue to celebrate the iconic visual culture of the Filipino jeepney.

Building bridges through creativity, innovation, and shared purpose

Benilde HiFi welcomed the British Council UK delegation for a meaningful exchange on education, arts, and the future of the creative economy. With key leaders like Ruth Mackenzie, Manami Yuasa, and Andrei Nikolai Pamintuan, the visit opened conversations around micro-credentials, cross-border learning, and strengthening pathways for startups—especially within the circular economy.

From highlighting equity-free grants and accessible support for early-stage ventures, to exploring mentorships, investments, and global alignment in creative education, the dialogue reaffirmed a shared vision: empowering innovators through practice-driven learning and collaboration.

This is just the beginning.

Together, we look forward to shaping programs, partnerships, and opportunities that connect local talent to global impact.

Benilde HiFi ✈️ to DAVAO to amplify and support one of our Benilde Trailblazer Startup - AIMHI Construction App in their SkillsUpNet Philippines initiative 🖖

𝗗𝗕𝗗𝗡 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲: 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀

We are pleased to have 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗙𝗶 as our facilitators for these sessions:

👤 𝗔𝗿. 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗯𝗲𝗮𝗿 – Co-founder & CSO of AKOSI Music; leads Incubation at Benilde HiFi (DOST-accredited TBI); Design Thinking Senior Coach; Swedish Institute Impact Pioneers Fellow.

👤 𝗠𝘀. 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗵 𝗧𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗼 – Startup and creative enabler with expertise in incubation, business development, and ecosystem building; facilitator in design thinking, pitching, and business modeling.

Participants have been assigned to their respective groups through prior coordination.

📩 For questions or clarifications, feel free to message us.

This initiative was made possible by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Japan Fund for Prosperous and Resilient Asia and the Pacific (JFPR), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) DTI - Resource Generation and Management Service, DTI - Philippine Trade Training Center-Global MSME Academy, and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA).

EVENT SPOTLIGHT at the Peter D. Garrucho Jr. Innovations Institute

BEAT Awards SPOTLIGHT

"What stands out most about my time at Benilde Antipolo is how naturally it allowed my passion to grow into something more extraordinary...." — Ms. Vada Lei Enriquez, Alumna of BS Hospitality Management

BS Hospitality Management trains the students who want to pursue a career in the hotel industry or put up their own restaurant. Aside from learning the skills and customer-oriented attitudes expected of a professional hotelier or restaurateur, students will also be instructed on the business management aspect of restaurant and hotel operations.

NO ENTRANCE EXAM!
📑 Downloadable application requirements are available at:
bit.ly/benildeantipoloapplication

🔗 For more information about our programs, visit:
https://www.benilde.edu.ph/programs/benilde-antipolo/