Official event photo: Versatech International team at VCX25, Manila Marriott Hotel.

PRESS RELEASE

Philippines, June 19, 2025 — The landscape of Pro AV and IT shifted as Versatech International officially unveiled the inaugural VCX – Versatech Collaborative Expo 2025, a one-day event that brought together visionaries and global technology leaders from across the AV and Unified Communications space to the Manila Marriott Hotel.

Anchored on the powerful theme, “Revolutionizing AV and Unified Communications for Next-Gen Collaborations,” VCX 2025 was more than an industry gathering—it was a celebration of what’s possible when bold ideas meet transformative technologies. Designed as a space to collaborate, innovate, and elevate, the event offered an immersive experience combining live demonstrations, visionary insights, and real-world applications that reimagined how we work, connect, and thrive in an AI-powered era. Adding to its impact, the event also marked the launch of a new corporate social responsibility initiative: the Versatech ReSource Program, powered by Humble Sustainability—a purposeful service that gives old and unused IT equipment a second life, keeping them out of landfills and putting them back into meaningful circulation.

A Dynamic Platform for Progress and Partnership

VCX served as a platform for discovery, connection, and future-ready conversations. It was more than just a showcase—it was a demonstration of what’s possible when bold ideas are backed by collaboration. “VCX is more than a showcase—it’s a platform for progress and partnership. We brought together the ecosystem of innovation, and we’re only just beginning, Versatech Collaborative Expo is about coming together. Because we believe that when we work together, we can turn big ideas into real solutions. VCX has been a powerful convergence of innovation, inspiration, and collaboration. Our keynote and CIO speakers have shared insights that light the way forward as we build the next generation of smart, sustainable, and connected environments,” said Stephen Yu, President of Versatech International.

Keynote Highlights and CIO Perspectives

Kicking off, the program began with a thought-provoking keynote by Ferdie Saputil, Country Director of Searce Philippines, who presented “The Rise of Agentic AI: Making Unified Collaboration More Powerful,” exploring the growing role of AI in creating smarter, more intuitive workplace interactions. Sharing further transformative insights, Rookie Nagtalon, CTO of Aidea Philippines, offered a fresh perspective on how technology can beautifully integrate into physical spaces to enhance both form and function in “Marrying Design and Architecture with AV/UC.” Rudy Guiao, CIO Lead & Managing Director at Accenture Philippines, followed with impassioned success stories underscoring the importance of inclusion and productivity in hybrid work environments through “Human-Centric Collaboration: Driving Engagement, Productivity, and Inclusion.”

Global Brands Bring Future Tech to Life

To grasp global perspectives, Versatech’s major brand partners and sponsors shared how their future-forward technologies are reshaping business.

  • Joong Youn Cho of LG Electronics Philippines spotlighted smart visual collaboration.
  • Kelly Ma of Barco ClickShare illustrated seamless wireless teamwork across devices.
  • Jennifer Chuang of Samsung Electronics and Isabelle Kim from Samsung Philippines (SEPCO) presented how modern workforces thrive on innovations in professional display, AI, and mobile-first workflows.
  • Gordon Zielstra, CEO of Tapplent Technologies connected UC&C and HRTech in shaping future-ready organizations.

Stephen Yu, President of Versatech International shared, “At the end of the day, it’s not just about the technology, the breakthroughs, the gadgets. It’s about the people behind them. It’s about the trust that we build, the friendships that we make and our collective effort that drives innovation.”

VCX TALK: Empowering the Future of Work in the AI Era

The day transitioned to an energized panel discussion moderated by Jessa Dasas, SVP at Versatech International that featured a powerhouse mix of chief technology experts alongside global brand leaders including Jerry Park of Crestron Electronics, Jostian Ng of Sennheiser Electronics Asia, and Alex Shoon of Jabra GN. Representing the perspective on enterprise leadership were Kelsey Go, Senior Advisor at SM Prime Holdings, Inc., alongside returning panelists Rookie Nagtalon (Aidea) and Rudy Guiao (Accenture).

It was a session that didn’t just inform—it inspired. The panel dove into critical topics that define the modern workplace—AI-driven communications, hybrid collaboration, real-time engagement, data security, system integration, and the evolving landscape of voice, video, and messaging while enhancing employee wellbeing in a digitally connected world.

Looking Ahead

“Over the past 40 years, we’ve seen technology transform our world in ways that once seemed impossible. Our world has changed. It has changed rapidly, it has changed profoundly, and I’d like to think that it’s changed for the better—but one thing has remained constant: the power of people coming together,” said Stephen Yu. “At Versatech, we believe innovation isn’t just about accessing technology—it’s about trust, partnership, and shared purpose. Let’s continue to push boundaries, let’s continue to drive innovation, and let’s do it together—because the best is yet to come.”

Following the success of its inaugural launch, VCX Expo is set to return in 2026 —continuing its commitment to be a platform that fosters collaboration, innovation, and elevating the evolving technology.

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Watch official video recap of VCX 2025 – https://youtu.be/jTBw2j5hhlg

Read official article in Inavate APAC – https://www.inavateapac.com/news/article/versatech-debuts-vcx-pushing-collaborations-across-av-and-ucc

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About Versatech International, Inc.

Versatech International, Inc. is a leading full-service ICT and Unified Communications & Collaboration (UCC) distributor in the Philippines, offering innovative business technology solutions from renowned global brands. As experts in professional AV, video conferencing, peripherals, print solutions and more, Versatech International is the destination of strategic UCC product distribution that empower businesses through partnerships, service, learning, and trust. For more information, visit https://versatech.com.ph/.

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