What We Do

Brainsparks designs and delivers programs and
initiatives that help startups succeed.

Innovation Programs

We partner with different organizations to conduct different Innovation Programs that provide startups and companies with the tools, guidance, and network they need to unlock new opportunities and bring breakthrough ideas to life.

Mentorship & Management Coaching

Whether you’re part of our cohort or not, we provide guidance through various channels — empowering organizations and startups through the help of our network of mentors with expertise across diverse industries.

Ecosystem Events

We establish relationships with government agencies, educational institutions, and corporations to conduct innovation-driven events that engage and empower the Philippine startup community — all with the goal of driving meaningful impact.

Accelerator Programs

Shell LiveWire

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The flagship enterprise development program of Shell, with the vision to strengthen local economies by promoting entrepreneurship, innovation, and meaningful employment.

Ecothon

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An intensive boot camp with a business model competition that seeks to foster eco-entrepreneurship.

Hackathons

DIWA Hackathon

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‍A one-month sprint where cross-department teams collaborate on innovative projects that tackle the company’s most pressing business challenges.

Sparkathon‍

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An annual hackathon event jointly organized by Brainsparks and DOST-PCIEERD along with other Team First Asia companies and government agencies.

KMC Hackathon‍

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A hackathon focused on building innovative talent matchmaking solutions to tackle real-world hiring challenges.‍

Starlink Hackathon

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‍The first Starlink hackathon in the Philippines - focused on bridging the digital divide in underserved communities.

Market Access Programs

MYStartup Market Access Program

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‍A three-day cross-border program connecting Malaysian and Philippine founders, investors, and ecosystem players, where seven Malaysian startups—supported by Artem Ventures and Cradle Fund—joined learning sessions, pitched to top investors, and engaged with government and industry leaders.‍

Scaling Beyond Borders

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‍A five-day Market Access Program for 14 Thai startups, supported by the Thai Trade Center, connecting them with investors, corporates, and government agencies through site visits, curated networking, and stakeholder meetings, and culminating in their showcase at the Thailand Pavilion and exclusive business matching sessions at Echelon Philippines 2025.

Mentorship & Management Coaching

Office Hours

We follow an open-door approach—providing startups and organizations with flexible, one-on-one consultations to address their unique challenges and opportunities.

Innovation Masterclass

We support organizations through targeted learning engagements, delivering workshops and speaking sessions that help teams upskill, boost innovation, and stay aligned with the rapidly evolving business landscape.

Incubator +

From 2014 to 2025, our incubation program —Brainsparks 20, provided in-depth support through specialized and custom-fit guidance as they built their companies.

Ecosystem Events

In-House (Founders Circle)

Founders Circle is a series of informal meetups designed specifically for startup founders that offer a unique opportunity to gain insights from industry experts and speakers and to engage directly with mentors, fellow entrepreneurs, and investors.

Flagship (Echelon Philippines)

Echelon Philippines is a premier tech and startup convention bringing together the expertise of startup leaders, visionary entrepreneurs, and forward-thinking investors from the Philippines and Southeast Asia to propel the next growth phase.

Collaborations

We co-organize events, initiatives, and platforms that connect founders, investors, and enablers to drive shared innovation and impact.

Want to Collaborate? Send us a message!

Let’s talk about how we can help bring your startup idea to life.