- ACC 2024, from September 2-6 at the Shangri-La Mactan in Cebu, Philippines, celebrates 20 years of fostering innovation, collaboration, and industry growth in the global telecommunications and ICT sectors.
- Keynote speakers include Alex Hunter, Arnie S. Alvarez, and Julian Gorman, offering insights on branding, IT, and digital economies.
- The conference provides a platform for showcasing technology solutions, cultivating partnerships, and shaping the future of a powerful and inclusive community.
From its modest origins as a regional gathering for carriers, the ACC (Asian Carriers Conference) has evolved into a highly anticipated conference within the telecommunications and ICT industry, both in Asia and across the globe. Over the past two decades, ACC has been instrumental in driving the growth and transformation of the global digital ecosystem through thought leadership, business networking, and a comprehensive delegate experience.
As ACC 2024 unfolds, it presents an opportune moment to look back on the past twenty years of fostering innovation, collaboration, and industry growth. At the same time, the event focuses on the future, with an eye on the continued evolution of the sector. Taking place from September 2-6, 2024, at the Shangri-La Mactan in Cebu, Philippines, this conference is sponsored by PLDT Global, Smart Communications (part of PLDT Group), and Huawei, and marks a significant milestone in the industry.
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Amplifying digital transformation
ACC 2024 offers an unparalleled platform for showcasing the latest in technology solutions. This is an opportunity to present innovations that are shaping the future of the digital landscape. By bringing together industry leaders and visionaries, ACC continues to be a driving force in accelerating digital transformation across the globe.
Cultivating strategic partnerships
One of the core strengths of ACC is its ability to bring together the right leaders, movers, and collaborators in the industry. This year’s conference is designed to foster strong partnerships, providing a fertile ground for collaboration and mutual growth. The networking opportunities at ACC 2024 will enable participants to connect with key stakeholders and explore new avenues for cooperation.
Celebrating a shared future
ACC 2024 is not just about looking back; it’s about celebrating the shared future of a powerful, inclusive community of innovators. The conference will highlight the collective achievements of the industry and set the stage for future advancements. With a focus on inclusivity and collaboration, ACC continues to build a community that is poised to tackle the challenges of tomorrow.
Insights from renowned thought leaders
Alex Hunter: Branding and loyalty expert
Alex Hunter, former Head of Digital for the Virgin Group, delivered the keynote at the ACC 2024 Strategy Summit on September 2, 2024, at 4:00 PM. Renowned for helping some of the world’s largest organisations create memorable customer experiences, Alex has worked with global brands such as Volkswagen, Twitter, L’Oréal, Pepsi, and GE. His high-energy sessions explored the art and science of fostering brand loyalty by showcasing the human side of brands and exploring the psychology behind long-lasting customer bonds.
Before his time at Virgin, Alex was a key player in the founding team of US airline Virgin America and has advised prominent initiatives such as the Prince of Wales’ Rainforest Trust.
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Arnie S. Alvarez: Technical visionary at Huawei
Arnie S. Alvarez, Chief Technology Officer of Enterprise Business at Huawei Technologies Philippines, spoke at the ACC 2024 Strategy Summit on September 2, 2024, at 4:00 PM. With over 30 years of experience in the IT sector, Arnie has been significant in shaping and communicating Huawei’s technical vision and strategy, particularly in IT infrastructure. His extensive background includes leadership roles at Dell Technologies and Cisco Systems Philippines, where he was a key figure in data centre, cloud, and virtualisation initiatives.
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Julian Gorman: Driving digital economies in Asia Pacific
Julian Gorman, Head of Asia Pacific at GSMA, will be a keynote speaker at the ACC 2024 Roundtable Forum on September 4, 2024, at 5:00 PM. With over 20 years of global experience in wholesale, business, regulatory, and policy sectors, Julian has been instrumental in advancing digital economies across the Asia Pacific. His passion for mobile technology as a cornerstone of economic resilience continues to inspire dialogues on sustainable and inclusive digital nations.
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Meet us at ACC 2024
Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from these distinguished speakers and engage with a community dedicated to shaping the future of the telecommunications and ICT industry. ACC 2024 promises to be a landmark event, celebrating two decades of industry advancement while looking forward to the next twenty years of innovation and growth. See you at the Shangri-La Mactan in Cebu, Philippines!
