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John Achilles Colon

@johnachillescolon

IT student and co-founder building offline IoT communication and flood-rescue systems through project leadership and documentation.

Philippines

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can build technology with real-world impact, collaborate in a startup-like team, and grow in project management and IoT/offline communication systems.

I’m an Information Technology student and Co-Founder of BaHanap at West Visayas State University, where I helped build an offline communication and flood rescue system. I managed documentation of the development process, tracked project expenses to keep execution on budget, and collaborated with a team to test the platform for NGO and LGU use.

I’m also developing an “Offline Communication and Flood Rescue System Utilizing LoRaWAN” as my technology thesis project, enabling rescuers and affected communities to exchange real-time alerts and location data without cellular or internet connectivity. Through startup challenges, award-winning pitches, and research-driven technical writing, I bring strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and teamwork to every project.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Co-Founder

Current

BaHanap

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Co-developed an offline communication and flood rescue system for use by NGOs and LGUs, supporting real-time alerts and location exchange without cellular or internet connectivity. Managed development documentation and tracked project expenses to keep execution aligned with the budget.

Startup Development LoRaWAN Project Management Technical Documentation Budgeting Team Collaboration Stakeholder Testing

Startup Challenge Participant

Startup Challenges

Apr 2025 - Oct 2025 (6 months)

Competed in local startup challenges, presenting innovative solutions and earning multiple special awards. Built experience pitching to judges and strengthening teamwork, entrepreneurship, and presentation skills.

Pitch Presentation Skills Problem Solving Research entrepreneurship Teamwork Innovation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

West Visayas State University

Bachelor of Science, Information Technology

2022 -

Activities and societies: Thesis: Offline Communication and Flood Rescue System (LoRaWAN). Awards/participation: 26th International Symposium on Advanced Intelligent Systems (South Korea); WVSU SeedSpark Technology Pitch Fest (1st runner-up, Best Startup Pitch, Early Bird Excellence); Philippine Startup Challenge Region 6 (Top 10 finalists).

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, including a thesis on an offline communication and flood rescue system utilizing LoRaWAN technology. Participated in an international symposium in South Korea and multiple startup pitch competitions.