Gilbert O. Gaw
Speaker
Gilbert Gaw is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience in IT and strategy within the telecommunications industry. As First Vice President at PLDT and Smart Communications, he has a proven track record of executing complex digital and technological transformations at speed, driving innovation, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
In the last five years, Gilbert has led transformative hallmark programs at the PLDT Group, including demand planning and benefits realization, significantly maximizing corporate investment impact. He notably developed and implemented the group’s robust IT Demand Management Framework, optimizing IT resource utilization and decommissioning legacy platforms.
Gilbert’s expertise spans across technology innovation, enterprise asset modernization, and strategic partnerships. A certified executive coach and MIT-certified professional, he champions a “Tech-Forward” culture and is committed to delivering high-impact results at speed through agility, collaboration, and excellence.
Featured Sessions
02:00 PM
17 June 2025
02:00 PM-03:30 PM
Stage A
The Composable IT & Ecosystems Pathway
IT transformationODA (Open Digital Architecture)Open APIsGain insights into how CSPs are leveraging composable architectures to drive agility, accelerates innovation, and ensures seamless adaptability to evolving market demands, enabling telcos to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape.
04:00 PM
17 June 2025
04:00 PM-05:30 PM
Impact Stage
The AI & Data PathwayCustomer experience managementAI (Artificial Intelligence)Experience the tangible impact of AI in telecom. This session block showcases real-world successes, revealing how leading companies are applying AI to deliver concrete business value. Dive into practical case studies demonstrating how AI is transforming customer engagement, optimizing operations, and generating measurable growth across the telecommunications landscape.
