Empowering Mom‑Entrepreneurs to Build Smart Business Tools with AI
Princess Alvarez, owner of ISLA Everything Accessories, leveraged Gemini to bridge the gap between creative storytelling and data management. Despite not having a technical background, Alvarez generated complex Google Sheets formulas through simple AI prompts, building a custom pricing calculator and business tracker from scratch. This allowed her to automate profit calculations, giving her a clear, real-time view of her business health while she focuses on design.
“Most of the questions I get from my fellow handmade goods makers is: how do I price my items? So I asked Gemini for help on how to do it,” Alvarez said. “If I am going to help my fellow mom-entrepreneurs with this problem, I want to go the full length of helping out.”
Gemini: An ‘Extra Creative Hand’ for Small Businesses
Jenielyn Sicabalo-Nieva of MP Nieva’s Flower Company uses Gemini as a strategic brainstorming partner. For example, she is using AI to conduct deep research into global bouquet trends and innovative "add-on" gift ideas. Her husband serves as the main florist, while she handles the management and business side of the company.
“I’m really not creative—my team members are the creative ones. But Gemini feels like an extra creative hand that helps me think,” Sicabalo-Nieva said. “You can get concepts and ideas from it, and you can improve from there.”
Empowering Every Professional to Thrive in the Age of AI
Oswald Francia, Google Career Certifcate Graduate
"I completed the Google Project Management course. I am a person with disabilities, and completing the course gave me more self-confidence. I enhanced my problem-solving skills because of this course. And now, I can prove that disability is not a problem if you have enough skills and knowledge for your job."
Unlocking True Potential with Purposeful Learning
Richzel Lancion, Google Career Certifcate Graduate
"Completing all 10 Google Coursera certifications was challenging, especially balancing work and personal duties. What helped was pacing myself and realigning with my purpose—not chasing titles, but growing to serve others better. Start with your why, and learn to apply, not just "finish. I'm deeply grateful to Google and DTI Marinduque for making this opportunity possible. Programs like this build more than careers—they build confidence and change. You are more capable than you think. Keep going—your future self will thank you."
How APEC Schools nurture a generation of independent learners
When the pandemic struck in 2020, APEC Schools’ familiarity with Google for Education helped it transition easily to online learning. However, with new environments, came new demands.
Learn how APEC Schools now uses Chromebooks and Google Workspace for Education to see school in a new light.
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