Empowering AI Adoption among Emerging Entrepreneurs in Southeast Asia

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ABOUT US

SEA InnovAItors Collective (SIC) is a youth-led initiative that empowers micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across Southeast Asia to adopt artificial intelligence for sustainable growth. Founded by the 2025 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Academic Fellowship Program (YSEALI AFP) Fellows at the University of Nevada, Reno and supported by the YSEALI AFP Small Grants Program, SIC makes AI more accessible through practical workshops, mentorship, and collaborative learning.

By focusing on real-world applications in business operations, marketing, finance, and decision-making, SIC equips entrepreneurs with the knowledge and confidence to integrate AI into their businesses. Through its open-access AI Integration Handbook and regional network of mentors and entrepreneurs, SIC is building a more innovative, resilient, and digitally empowered Southeast Asian entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Program Highlights

CONNECT

Build meaningful relationships with entrepreneurs, mentors, and AI experts across Southeast Asia. Expand your network through collaboration and cross-border exchange.

LEARN

Gain practical AI skills through expert-led talks, workshops, and hands-on activities. Learn how to apply AI responsibly across different areas of your business.

CREATE

Transform your ideas into real AI-powered business solutions. Develop a capstone project with guidance from mentors and industry practitioners.

LEAD

Showcase your project and inspire responsible AI adoption within your community. Join a growing network of innovators shaping the future of entrepreneurship.

Schedule of Activities

Meet our Team

Patricia Joy Abarquez

SEA InnovAItors Collective (SIC) was founded by the 2025 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Academic Fellowship Program (YSEALI AFP) Fellows at the University of Nevada, Reno. The organization is supported through the YSEALI AFP Small Grants Program, empowering young leaders to drive innovation, collaboration, and positive impact across Southeast Asia.

Aaron Ang

John Michael Basilio

Nur Aulia

Program Venue

SEA InnovAItors will host in-person program activities in the Philippines and Indonesia, providing participants with dedicated spaces for hands-on workshops, collaboration, and mentorship. Our venue in Sambas, West Kalimantan Indonesia has been confirmed, while final arrangements for Manila, Philippines are currently underway and will be announced soon.