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Pic-A-Talk at the Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition: A Journey of Innovation and Purpose
Pic-A-Talk at the Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition: A Journey of Innovation and PurposeIn the dynamic world of startups, the journey to success is rarely a straight path. It’s filled with challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons that shape not only the business but also the people behind it. On February 17, 2025, Pic-A-Talk’s CEO and Founder, Uma Roa, had the incredible opportunity to share this journey at the Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition (LKYGBPC) Roadshow. Standing in front of over 40 students from De La Salle University alongside fellow entrepreneurs Luke Wu, Atty. Mike, and Gabby from Singapore Management University, Uma reflected on Pic-A-Talk’s growth, the lessons learned, and the impact the competition had on our development. More than just a pitch event, LKYGBPC is a powerful platform where innovation meets resilience, and where young entrepreneurs can gain the insights they need to sustain momentum in the ever-evolving business landscape. A...
A Transformative Experience at the ASEAN SEDP 3.0 Regional Workshop
A Transformative Experience at the ASEAN SEDP 3.0 Regional WorkshopThe ASEAN SEDP 3.0 Regional Workshop, hosted at the Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel from November 18-20, 2024, brought together changemakers, innovators, and social entrepreneurs from across...
Empowering Voices: Pic-A-Talk Kicks Off AAC Awareness Month with Inspiring TWINKLE Workshop at Indahag Elementary School
Empowering Voices: Pic-A-Talk Kicks Off AAC Awareness Month with Inspiring TWINKLE Workshop at Indahag Elementary SchoolOctober is AAC Awareness Month! October marks a special month dedicated to raising awareness around Augmentative and Alternative Communication...
Pic-A-Talk Showcases Transformative Innovation at 2024 GIST ASEAN Startup Competition in Singapore
Pic-A-Talk Showcases Transformative Innovation at 2024 GIST ASEAN Startup Competition in SingaporeIn an era where technology and innovation are reshaping communities across Southeast Asia, Pic-A-Talk has emerged as a trailblazer in bridging communication gaps for...
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How to Register for the Pic-A-Talk App: A Step-by-Step Guide
How To Register For The Pic-A-Talk App: A Step-by-Step Guide The Pic-A-Talk AAC app is a vital tool designed to assist those with communication difficulties, offering a user-friendly platform for augmentative and alternative communication. Whether you’re a parent,...
Pic-A-Talk: Empowering Neurodiverse Voices at InclusiCare’s Exposure Day
𝗣𝗶𝗰-𝗔-𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸: 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆Alexa, the inspiration for Alexa's Haven, poses with her wonderful and supportive parentsApril 5, 2024 -- In a heartwarming collaboration for Autism Awareness Month, Pic-A-Talk was invited by...
Empowering The Pillars of Education: Pic-A-Talk Joins Forces with JCI Iligan Maria Cristina and JCI Duwaling for AAC Workshop in Tagum City
Pic-A-Talk, JCI Iligan Maria Cristina and JCI Duwaling pose for the cameraOn March 25, 2024, in Tagum City, Davao, with the joined efforts of Pic-A-Talk, JCI - Iligan Maria Cristina and JCI Duwaling, DepEd teachers specializing in SNED were brought together for a...
Pic-A-Talk, JCI-IMC, and CASS-EC Unite to Empower SPED Students Through Mindscapes Project
A united team consisting of Pic-A-Talk team, JCI Iligan Maria Cristina volunteers and CASS-EC board members pose with the SPED kids aka the beneficiaries of MindscapesFebruary 18, 2024, Iligan City – Plaza Alemania became the vibrant setting for an event that...
Shaping the Future of Autism Support: Contrasting Perspectives and Inspiring Initiatives in the Philippines and Singapore
SG Enable is an autism and disability organization in Singapore.In the Philippines, we have this belief that if a special child is born into a family, then the family will be blessed in the future. It’s a belief that’s been shared from generation to generation, even...
Filipino Start-Up Named Top 50 Finalist at the Prestigious LKYGBPC: Transforming AAC Communication
Pic-A-Talk is the only Filipino start-up to have made it to the LKYGBPC held in Singapore this year!The Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition is an internationally recognized competition that focuses on fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the field of...