Google for Education Philippines' Mary Ann Manzano Inspires iACADEMY Class of 2026 to Lead Through Innovation

iACADEMY welcomed Mary Ann Manzano, Founder of Gtech.Guru and Education Lead for Google for Education Philippines, as the Guest Speaker for its 21st Commencement Exercises, where she encouraged the Class of 2026 to embrace innovation, lifelong learning, and purposeful leadership in an increasingly digital world.

A recognized pioneer in educational technology, Manzano has spent more than a decade advancing digital transformation across the Philippines. Her work has empowered educators, schools, and learners to maximize technology as a tool for collaboration, creativity, and meaningful learning.

Among her most notable contributions is her role in the landmark Islands in the Cloud initiative, which helped bring Department of Education K–12 public schools nationwide onto Google Workspace for Education. As a Google Certified Innovator, Google Certified Trainer, and Google Certified Deployment Specialist, she has also led initiatives promoting artificial intelligence literacy and the responsible integration of Google Gemini into teaching and learning.

During the commencement ceremony, Manzano challenged graduates to view technology not simply as a tool, but as an opportunity to create meaningful impact in their respective industries and communities. Her message resonated with iACADEMY's vision of producing graduates who are prepared to navigate an ever-evolving digital landscape through innovation, adaptability, and purpose.

By welcoming one of the country's leading advocates for education technology, iACADEMY reaffirmed its commitment to bridging industry and education, ensuring that graduates learn from professionals who continue to shape the future of work and learning.

As the Class of 2026 embarks on the next chapter of their journey, Manzano's insights serve as a reminder that true innovation begins with the courage to continuously learn, adapt, and lead positive change.