A CIT University diploma signifies far more than academic completion — it represents a purposeful and innovative environment shaped by global connections and a culture that equips graduates to lead and transform industries.
This commitment was further reinforced as University President Engr. Bernard Nicolas E. Villamor deepened ties with Plug and Play, one of the world’s foremost startup accelerators and innovation platforms.
During his recent visit to Plug and Play’s global headquarters in Silicon Valley, Engr. Villamor and Mrs. Villamor met with Inhee Choi, Senior Program Manager, and Xander Khoo, Partner Success Manager for APAC. The engagement continued in the Philippines with discussions alongside Sarah Perez, Senior Manager for Corporate Partnerships, and Dondon Cabacuñgan, Partner Success Manager for APAC PH.
Renowned for accelerating high-potential startups into global market leaders, Plug and Play integrates industry partners, investors, and innovators in an unparalleled ecosystem. The visit also included a symbolic moment on the Lucky Stage, where numerous groundbreaking startups first pitched their ideas — many of which have since reached unicorn status.
For CIT University, this collaboration opens doors for its serious student innovators and inventors to gain direct exposure to world-class practices in problem-solving, creativity, innovation, and commercialization. It affirms the institution’s vision of producing graduates whose qualifications carry not only academic excellence but also the readiness and confidence to make an impact in the global innovation economy.