GrowthCon Returns on July 23, 2026, at Samsung Hall, SM Aura
GrowthCon 2026 empowers Philippine MSMEs to scale with vision, discipline, and artificial intelligence.
The Business Manual is set to hold this year’s GrowthCon, the summit aimed to empower Philippine micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) on July 23 at Samsung Hall at SM Aura Premier, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.
Guided by the theme of “Unlocking the New Growth Playbook,” GrowthCon 2026 will include panel discussions and networking opportunities where participants can scale their businesses through vision, discipline, and artificial intelligence (AI).
Here’s What to Expect at GrowthCon 2026
The Killer Pitch Competition
GrowthCon 2026 will also spotlight AI-powered solutions from aspiring entrepreneurs during the Killer Pitch Competition, showcasing how AI can solve current issues faced by MSMEs.
The Killer Pitch Competition is open to groups of three (3) members consisting of any of the following:
- Startups & early-stage founders (0–3 years)
- MSME owners looking to scale
- Business & entrepreneurship students (3rd–4th year)
Groups submitting an entry must be subscribed to The Business Manual to apply for the competition. Submissions will be accepted until July 13, 2026.
Shortlisted groups will receive an email for confirmation of their participation in the final pitch competition on July 23, 2026.
Learn more through The Business Manual’s feature on the Killer Pitch Competition.
Join the Killer Pitch Competition through this official registration form.
Lessons From Industry Leaders
GrowthCon will feature leaders and experts from various industries and sectors to share their experiences and insights on scaling. Each panel talk will tackle specific components of scaling: vision, discipline, and AI.
Attendees can learn the lessons shared during the panel discussion and become empowered to navigate their business through these volatile times.
Build Your Professional Network
Founders, MSME owners, and students have the chance to meet with fellow entrepreneurs and business leaders–sharing insights, forging connections, and creating new opportunities for their ventures.
How to Register for GrowthCon 2026
To attend GrowthCon 2026, sign up through the official registration form. Registrants will receive exclusive updates on the event upon submitting their form.
More information about the business summit can be accessed on the official home page of GrowthCon 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
GrowthCon 2026, The Business Manual‘s summit for Philippine MSMEs, takes place July 23, 2026, at Samsung Hall, SM Aura Premier, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. The event is built around the theme “Unlocking the New Growth Playbook.”
Groups of three can apply: startup and early-stage founders (0–3 years), MSME owners looking to scale, or 3rd- to 4th-year business and entrepreneurship students. Applicants must be subscribed to The Business Manual to enter, with submissions accepted until July 13, 2026.
Panel discussions at GrowthCon 2026 are organized around three components of scaling: vision, discipline, and artificial intelligence. Industry leaders and experts will share experience-based insights meant to help MSME owners navigate their businesses through volatile market conditions.
Registration is done through an official Google Form linked on The Business Manual‘s GrowthCon 2026 page. Registrants receive exclusive event updates by email after submitting the form; no payment or subscription is required to register for general attendance.
Shortlisted groups receive a confirmation email inviting them to the final pitch round, held live on July 23, 2026, during GrowthCon 2026. Full eligibility and submission details are available on The Business Manual‘s Killer Pitch Competition feature page.
