CREATEPhilippines: Promoting the Philippine Creative Industries

CREATELab at IFEX Philippines 2026:
Engineering the Future of Food Branding

Creativity finds a stage at IFEX Philippines 2026 as CREATELab returns with a broader vision and expanded access. Set within the country’s premier export-oriented food, beverage, and ingredients trade show, CREATELab serves as a dedicated design consultation hub where entrepreneurs and growing brands can strengthen their branding, packaging, and market presence for the global stage.

A collaborative initiative between CREATEPhilippines and the Communication Design Association of the Philippines (CDAP), the program highlights the vital role of communication design in driving business growth and export competitiveness. Led by 14 vetted design coaches, CREATELab delivers strategic consultations in branding, digital storytelling, and market-responsive packaging. Elevate your business with creative solutions that transform local products into world-class, export-ready brands. Explore new pathways to global growth at CREATELab at IFEX Philippines 2026.

CREATELab's Return to IFEX Philippines!

Ready to take your brand and creative skill to the next level? CREATELab is here to lend a hand for FREE only at IFEX Philippines 2026!

Following a successful run in 2025, CREATELab returns this year, opening its doors not just to IFEX Philippines 2026 exhibitors, but to all businesses eager to refine their craft and scale their work.

What is CREATELab?

CREATELab is an initiative of CREATEPhilippines to promote the value of design in achieving business goals. It envisions building a sustainable relationship between creatives and businesses.

Set as an on-site design clinic in IFEX Philippines and Manila FAME, this project provides micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with expert guidance to enhance their branding and marketing strategies.

CREATELab is part of capacity-building efforts to make exporters competitive players in the global market ecosystem.

How We Can Help

Big ideas deserve sharper execution. Explore our lineup of consultation services and discover how you can refine your creative edge at this year’s edition of CREATELab.

Logo Design

Identity Design

Packaging Design

Product Label Design

Brand Guidelines

Brand Strategy

Communication Strategy

Design & Brand Coaching

CREATELab at IFEX Philippines Historical Results

IFEX Philippines is the country’s biggest business-to-business and export-oriented international trade show for food, beverage, and ingredients. It is the longest-running food-sourcing show in the Philippines, where the biggest and most trusted brands converge.

120 creative consultation meetings conducted during IFEX Philippines event proper!

Was a really good session. Very insightful and would be impactful for the business down the track. Great idea to have (a program like this) at an expo like this.

— Tanteo Food Products

It's amazing to get consulted by CREATELab during the IFEX event. I'm looking forward to collaborate with the assigned coach to elevate our brand. Hoping to consult and assess our branding to the next event (IFEX).

— Ayana's Siling Kinamayo

Thank you for giving free consultations like this. Definitely a must have every fairs.

— Heart of the Islands Holdings, Inc.

We'd love to have a one-on-one consultation of our MSMEs w/ CREATELab

— TLDC, Province of Negros Occ.

It gives me new perspective & open more creative idea's

— Alto Peak Agriventures Corp.

Good ideas and strong brand marketing strategy

— Golden Arrow Food Enterprises

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Meet the Creatives

At CREATELab, our seasoned design coaches are ready to help elevate your business through stronger digital storytelling, engaging onsite activations, and more effective branding and marketing.

Geno Maglinao

Edward Nonay

Johnny Isorena

RK De La Rosa

Paolo Tugano

Pete Parel

Alana Jorge

Kristina Uy

Oliver Santiago

Bianca Bueno

Aliah Jezreel Corpuz

Faye Aurea Umali

Joan Eunice Lao

Paul Ignacio

NOTE: The featured communication design creatives are vetted and endorsed by the Communication Design Association of the Philippines and are registered verified members of CREATEPhilippines.

Talk To Us!

For any questions, concerns, requests, or partnership opportunities, email us at [email protected]

Connect with a Creative

Looking for a creative professional? We've got you covered! Simply fill out a quick form about your project, and we'll match you with the right professionals from our directory.

ANSWER THE FORM

Meet our Partner!

The Communication Design Association of the Philippines (CDAP) is a premier organization dedicated to promoting excellence in communication design across the Philippines. Launched by industry leaders, CDAP serves as a hub for professionals in graphic design, branding, advertising, and related disciplines. They aim to elevate the standards of communication design and advocate for the vital role of creative industries in the nation’s economic and cultural development.

Want to learn more about CDAP? Click below.

Let's Create Together

Join the CREATEPhilippines Viber Community to meet fellow artists and creatives, learn from industry experts, and find future collaboration partners.

JOIN THE COMMUNITY

Want to be part of the community? Join the digital space for Filipino creatives!

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MOST WANTED CREATIVES

Share your artistry alongside other Filipino talents in the CREATEPhilippines Directory of Creatives and be ahead of the curve.

About IFEX Philippines

IFEX Philippines is the biggest business-to-business and export-oriented food trade show in the country.

CREATEPhilippines is the official content and community platform for the Philippine creative industries, spearheaded by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), the export promotion arm of the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).

As the country’s first government-led initiative of its kind, CREATEPhilippines.com serves as the central resource for news, stories, and updates from the Filipino creative community. It also functions as a comprehensive directory and sourcing platform, enabling Filipino creatives to showcase their portfolios and connect with a global audience.

CREATELab at IFEX Philippines 2026:Engineering the Future of Food Branding