We find the highest-ROI use of AI in your business
and implement it in 30-60-90 day sprints
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HOW IT WORKS
AIFIRST IS AS EASY AS 1 — 2 — 3
Absolutely no coding and tech skills required. All you need is to know your business.
Find highest-ROI use of AI for you
Ground zero is finding your Power Build, the top 3 uses of AI that will drive the highest ROI for you-- for your business specifically, not anyone else's. Power Builds typically focus 2-3 of the 10 areas below, which we help you customize for your specific business, customers and value chain.
Implement AI in 30-60-90 days sprints
We take your Power Build and present you with full options as to the best way to implement it specifically for you, including:
Track AI ROI in 3-6-12 month cycles
AIFIRST is about using AI first wherever AI can do it better, faster, cheaper. We track your specific KPIs on a daily basis in order to optimize the way AI is delivering superior ROI over 3-6-12 month cycles.
Optimize for sustained ROI & Impact
AIFIRST is a fail if we cannot continuously sustain ROI. Our goal is to deliver superior long-term impact, not just for your financials, but for your customers, employees and partners.
Ready to become AI-First? Let's begin.
OUR FOUNDERS

"The AI national conversations have become too noisy. Too many people who don't know AI or business telling people what to do. Our goal with 1-DAY AI is to cut through all the noise and help you launch the most high impact, high ROI use of AI for your business ASAP."
CARLO ALMENDRAL
CEO, AIFIRST
One of PH's most active AI builders and enablers

"We live in unprecedented times. AI is driving breathtaking change (almost daily!), creating massive opportunities at speeds and efficiencies no generation of entrepreneurs and investors have ever seen!"
ANDRE YAP
CO-FOUNDER, AI FIRST | CEO, IGNITE HOUSE OF INNOVATION
One of PH's most active VC and tech investors

AI FIRST drives a full spectrum of applied AI innovations from our unique perch based in the Philippines serving the world, with a mission to enable organizations and professionals to become "AI-First" (use AI wherever AI can do it better, faster, cheaper).
From AI capacity-building (for enterprise, SMEs, and professionals in software, engineering, marketing, sales, operations, etc), to full-AI builds covering strategy, architecture, design, engineering, and managing AI solutions that empower our client partners to achieve unrivaled CX/UX, speed, efficiency and cost. We also do venture builds/co-builds where we take equity positions in AI-First ventures.
Led by founder & CEO, Carlo Almendral, and co-founder and VC partner, Andre Yap, our mission is to be first when it comes to "AI-First".
AIFIRST IS EMPOWERING
As much as we love implementing AI for businesses, our mission demands equally that we empower Filipinos how to use AI as professionals.
ChatGPT 101 Workshop
Think ChatGPT is just a chatbot? Think again. In this no-nonsense intro, you'll learn how to command ChatGPT like a pro—crafting killer ideas, automating boring tasks, and bending AI to your will.
Claude 101 Workshop
Claude's not just another AI—it's your new secret weapon. Get in, learn the ropes, and see how this powerhouse can solve real-world problems like a boss.
Intro to DeepSeek (R1 & V3)
Get started with DeepSeek. Learn the basics and see how this powerful AI can solve real-world problems.
Intro to AI Ethics
Responsible AI, but make it hardcore. Dive into the wild world of AI ethics—biases, transparency, and accountability—and leave with the tools to keep AI on the straight and narrow.
Intro to AI Agents
Meet the digital team you never knew you needed. AI agents are here to make life easier, and this session will show you how to deploy them to handle the grunt work like a pro.
Creating AI Agents (No Code)
Got big ideas but no coding chops? No problem. Build AI agents from scratch with zero lines of code. Hands-on, fast-paced, and ready to blow your mind.
Coding with Cursor
Cursor isn't just a tool; it's your new co-pilot. Learn how to code smarter, faster, and cooler while unleashing Cursor's full potential. Your workflow will never be the same.
Advanced ChatGPT Workshop
Stop scratching the surface—dig deep. Master advanced ChatGPT techniques, craft next-level prompts, and make this AI work harder, better, faster, stronger.
Advanced DeepSeek Prompt Engineering
Take DeepSeek to the edge of its capabilities. Advanced workflows, pro tips, and a deep dive into why this AI is a game-changer for power users.
AI Ethics 1: Certification
Get certified as the voice of reason in AI. Prove you're not just building tech—you're building it responsibly. Ethical, fair, and ready to make waves.
AI Engineering 1 Certification
Prove you're not just AI-curious—you're an AI builder. This cert says you've got the skills to create real-world solutions and get your hands dirty in the best way possible.
AI Engineering 2 Certification
This is where the serious players step up. From designing smarter models to scaling them up, this cert is your ticket to the big leagues of AI. Let's go.
AI Engineering 3 Certification
The ultimate flex. This cert is for those who don't just build AI—they push it to the edge, scaling systems, optimizing models, and owning the future of tech.
ChatGPT 1: Certification
Showcase your expertise in using ChatGPT with the ChatGPT 1 Certification, designed for individuals looking to validate their foundational skills in harnessing the power of AI for communication, productivity, and innovation.
ChatGPT 2: Certification
Elevate your ChatGPT skills to the next level with the ChatGPT 2 Certification. Designed for advanced users, this certification validates your expertise in leveraging ChatGPT for complex tasks, custom workflows, and professional applications.
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ANNOUNCING
AIFIRST FELLOWS
Nurturing the new class of tech superheroes in the age of AI.
100X ACCELERATOR PROGRAM
The AI First Fellows program is designed to identify, nurture, and accelerate the next generation of AI-powered entrepreneurs and innovators. Through our partnership with Ignite House, we're building a community of tech superheroes who will shape the future of AI-first businesses.
Our fellows receive intensive mentorship, access to cutting-edge AI tools and resources, and direct connection to our network of investors and industry leaders. This isn't just an accelerator—it's a launchpad for the AI revolution.
ACCELERATE
Fast-track your AI startup with expert guidance
CONNECT
Join a network of AI innovators and investors
INNOVATE
Build the next generation of AI-first solutions
Let's make AI as easy as 1-2-3
OUR KPI: TO AIFIRST
1,000 PH COMPANIES BY 2027
Our mission is to enable organizations and professionals to become "AI-First" — use AI wherever AI can do it better, faster, cheaper
DISCOVER
We analyze your business to find the highest-ROI AI opportunities
IMPLEMENT
Deploy AI solutions in 30-60-90 day sprints with zero coding required
OPTIMIZE
Track performance and continuously improve your AI-First transformation
No coding or tech skills required.
All you need is to know your business.
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