DAVAO CITY, PHILIPPINES – August 14, 2025 – Xinyx Design Consultancy & Services Inc., Southeast Asia’s leading integrated circuit (IC) design house, and Mapúa Malayan Colleges Mindanao (Mapúa-MCM Davao) have officially signed a Memorandum of Agreement, signaling a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating talent development and reinforcing Mindanao’s position as an emerging hub for IC design.
The signing ceremony, held on July 3 at Mapúa-MCM’s Davao campus, was led by Mapúa-MCM officials, [insert names]. Witnessing the event were Juan Luis Ng, Operations Manager, and Engr. Andrew Algado, Head of Training and Development at Xinyx, alongside Mapúa-MCM’s academic leadership.
“This partnership with Mapúa-MCM is a testament to the remarkable engineering talent in Mindanao,” said Charade Avondo, CEO and general manager of Xinyx Design. “We see Mindanao not just as a potential, but already as an essential player in our national semiconductor ecosystem through IC design. By investing in education and training here, we’re laying the groundwork for a robust sectoral presence.“
This collaboration is part of Xinyx Design’s flagship Campus Connect Program, which aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry through strategic initiatives built around five core pillars: Curriculum Development, Empowering Educators, Fostering the Future, Jump-starting Careers, and Innovations, Promotions and Development. The program specifically encourages students to consider Electronics Engineering (ECE) and Computer Engineering (CpE) as viable, high-impact career paths, vital for the Philippines’ growing semiconductor sector.
Under this agreement, Mapúa-MCM will develop IC design curricula, gain access to hands-on labs, and mentorship from Xinyx engineers. The initiative also supports internship placements and joint R&D projects, ensuring graduates are job-ready.
The partnership supports Xinyx’s continued growth plans in the region, affirming Mindanao’s potential as a thriving center for high-value technology roles. Xinyx Design’s ongoing expansion in Mindanao, initiated by its 2021 Cagayan de Oro office, demonstrates a long-term commitment to local talent development and regional innovation.
About Xinyx Design Consultancy & Services Inc.
Xinyx Design is Southeast Asia’s premier IC design firm specializing in custom integrated circuit design, analog and digital verification, layout services, and talent development programs. With offices across Asia and Europe, Xinyx is dedicated to developing a globally competitive semiconductor workforce and fostering technological innovation.
About Mapúa Malayan Colleges Mindanao
Mapúa Malayan Colleges Mindanao, a Mapúa School, is a premier academic institution committed to delivering world-class education and producing industry-ready professionals equipped to excel in rapidly evolving technology sectors.
Is your school ready to take microelectronics education to the next level?
Partner with Xinyx through our Campus Connect Program, a growing alliance of institutions committed to developing future-ready IC design talent.
By joining, your campus can gain access to:
- Industry-aligned curriculum support
- Faculty immersion and training opportunities
- Student internships and development programs
- Scholarships and research collaboration
- Co-branded events and ecosystem-building initiatives
Let’s work together to shape the next generation of Filipino innovators.
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Xinyx Design Consultancy & Services Inc.
Email: jtarasona@xinyxdesign.com
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