ABOUT US
Our Mission
GO PHILIPPINES is not a business. We are a movement!. Created from stakeholder input, we researched and analyzed the education process in the Philippines then set about creating a holistic solution with a simple motto "No one left behind.".
Call us nai've, but we truly believe every Filipino who desires a quality education should have one. Using a unique business model, we provide end-to-end assistance to every member of the learning environment, absent life-long debt.
65 Million
Ecosystem
100 Million
Capital
7+ Thousand
Islands
By Filipinos, For Filipinos
The cost of Philippine education rises on average 10% each year, while typical Filipino income increases only 3.4% annually. Usury is rampant across the nation, an endless debt cycle a way of life for most.
The educational community banded together forming a sustainable response to a national crisis. Michael Goldsmith and Karl Leung founded GO PHILIPPINES with the support of nationally recognized educators from the University of Asia and the Pacific, and Xavier School. What quickly evolved was a public - private coalition of academic leaders committed, passionate and resolved to disrupt the education sector.
ANDREW D. ALCID
Chief Executive Officer
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VASU GOSWAMI
Chief Operations Officer In-Residence
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BRIAN JOHNSON NGAN
Chief Fund Manager
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KARL LEUNG
Chief Partnerships and Strategy Officer
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ATTY. BRYAN NEPOMUCENO
Chief Public Advocacy Officer
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CHAIRMAN
Dr. Roberto de Ocampo, OBE
He is a Founding Partner of the Centennial Group International, and Chairman of Centennial Asia Advisors. He was the president of the Asian Institute of Management. He was also chairman and CEO of the Development Bank of the Philippines in 1989. From 1992 to 1998, he served as Secretary of Finance under President Fidel V. Ramos. Thereafter, he was named Finance Minister of the Year by several organizations from 1995, 1996, and 1997. He is currently Chairman of Philippine Veterans Bank.
EDUCATION
Dr. Bernardo M. Villegas
He is the writer, economist and former Presidential advisor, Dr. Villegas was a commission member that drafted the Philippine Constitution, currently a board member for Filipino and international corporations in several sectors and industries, Chairman of the Center for Research and Communication, and is the Vice President of the Board of Trustees for the University of Asia and the Pacific.
Father Aristotle Dy, Ph.D.
A renowned academician, author and editor of numerous publications, and President of Xavier School, one of the leading basic education institutions in the Philippines. A college preparatory school, its one of only three institutions, along with De La Salle University and Ateneo de Manila University, to receive Level III accreditation, and granted International Baccalaureate World School Status.
GOVERNMENT
Dr. J. Prospero 'Popoy' E. De Vera III, DPA
Currently holds the positions of Chairperson of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), Advisor of the Philippine Negotiating Panel with the NDF/CPP/NPA, and Commissioner of United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). He is a Professor of Public Administration at the University of the Philippines and served as its Vice President for Public Affairs from 2011 ' 2016.
Undersecretary Diosdado T. Valeroso, DILG
He leads the Philippine government effort to create and implement a national emergency management (911) solution. A graduate of the Philippine Military Academy, he retired from government service at the rank of General from the Philippines National Police, where he served in the intelligence branch and eventually as Deputy for Administration in the National Capital Region Police Office. Following his retirement in 2015 USEC Valeroso also ran for senator in the 2016 national elections.
CORPORATE
Dr. Teodoro J. Ocampo
He is the former President of National University (2003 ' 2018), one of the first and largest private non-sectarian coeducational research-institutions in the Philippines. Under Teddy's guidance the SM Group of Companies acquired majority ownership of National University in 2008, growing the organization with a nationwide school presence. In support of its Chairman Dr. Hans T. Sy, he currently serves as Vice Chairman of the board.
FINANCIAL
Mitzi de Dios
The Country Head of CLSA Philippines, Asia's leading capital markets and investment group, providing global investors with insights, liquidity and capital to drive their investment strategies. She leads an award-winning team in research, manages an extensive Asia footprint, directs links to China, hundreds of the top investors worldwide, and a book value over $2 billion.
Raoul A. Villegas
The Deals and Corporate Finance Director at PwC Philippines, where he manages mergers & acquisitions, valuation, and corporate finance transactions. He was formerly the Group Chief Financial Officer of a PSE-listed, P20 billion investment holding company that included holdings in education businesses.
Board of Advisors
CHAIRPERSON
EDUCATION
GOVERNMENT
CORPORATE
FINANCIAL
Technical Working Group
Ensures continuous stakeholder input for identification, analysis and prioritization of funding, technology and services. The TWG meets quarterly and is comprised of the Founding Members of GO PHILIPPINES.
Meet the Team
February 27, 2020
Mayor Lazatin Jr. and GO PHILIPPINES officially launch national education assistance program.
Academia Membership & Benefits
How Do I Become A Founding Member?
Where Do I Register For Access To The Free Distance Leaning Tool?
Can My School Obtain Short Term COVID-19 Financing?
What Assistance Do You Provide For Teachers?
Student Assistance Application
How Do I Access The Application?
How Do I Complete The Application?
After Submission What Happens Next?
Anything Else I Should Know?
How Do I Apply For A Scholarship?
Membership and Password
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Services and Benefits Throughout the next few weeks our online payment solutions, remittance capabilities, finance products, technology systems, and other solutions like financial literacy courses will become available. Register now to stay informed as each new function is activated, gaining timely access to a host of free benefits.
