Eric Lacson

Technology Solutions Architect @Consultant - Asia Development Bank

Philippines✔️ IT🧑‍🔬 EngineerSystem Architect🧨 ConsultingComputer engineerAdvisor

I am a technology professional with over 20 years of progressively senior-level experience in leading technology teams to deliver technology-driven products. I have consistently demonstrated success in translating big-picture organizational goals into tangible results. My expertise encompasses both technical proficiency and a practical understanding of business processes and strategic vision. Throughout my career, I have served in various roles across private companies, government agencies, and multilateral development organizations. My extensive hands-on experience includes deploying applications as a full-stack developer, solutions architect, and technical project manager. I have also implemented product development processes and established enterprise strategies and policies.

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Work Background

MetaTech LabManaging Director

Nov. 2019 - Apr. 2023Manila, National Capital Region, PhilippinesMetatech Lab is an early-stage R&D company focused on Internet of Things appilcations for Urban Management and Agriculture. Leads the research and development initiatives, and provides oversight and management of business development and operations.

Natioanal Economic Development AuthoritySenior Information Technology Specialist

Aug. 2020 - May. 2021Metro ManilaAssisted the Public Investment Staff Information Systems (IS) planning, drafting requirements analysis and specifications; development of Information Systems Applications.

ProudcloudChief Technology Officer

Apr. 2018 - Oct. 2019Manila, PhilippinesStrategic and operational direction of the Deep Tech Lab, a research and development unit focus on IoT, AI and Blockchain applications. Since I started in April 2018, the lab has produce several intellectual properties, which include a mesh-enabled network embedded systems development platform design for building IoT applications, an application for detecting tuberculosis based on x-ray scans, and a network-protocol-independent platform for consolidating data from remote edge devices.

Transparency International PhilippinesTechnology Strategy Advisor

Sep. 2014 - Sep. 2015Manila, PhilippinesAdvisory role to the Executive Director in developing a technology-driven strategy for reporting and monitoring graft and corruption. Specific involvement includes providing guidance in the application of Lean and Agile principles in leveraging social media as a platform for citizen reporting

The Development Executive GroupInformation & Communication Technology Consultant

Apr. 2004 - Feb. 2011PhilippinesEstablished a technology development team that is responsible for the production and delivery of the company core products and services. Expanded the technology development team from a small unit of four software developers to a company department with eighteen staff. Provided advisory, management and leadership involvement in various areas of technology operations, including product development, platform architecture, organizational process, and staff development.

Clean Air Initiative for Asian CitiesInformation & Communication Technology Consultant

Aug. 2009 - Feb. 2010PhilippinesDrafted the technology requirements specification and managed the development of a web-based information system and collaboration platform: http://cleanairinitiative.org

Technical and Educational Skills Development AuthorityInformation & Communication Technology Consultant

Jan. 2006 - Oct. 2006Manila, PhilippinesEstablished the TESDA Enterprise Technology Architecture—A detailed description the technology components required in order to implement the organizations mission. It included standards, guidelines and policies for development and product procurement that assures compatibility and coherence among the various components of the organizations information system.

Technical and Educational Skills Development AuthorityInformation & Communication Technology Consultant

Jan. 2003 - Nov. 2003PhilippinesTechnology adviser to the Information Systems Working Committee. Drafted the technology framework for the Education Management Information System—a nationwide system to enhance the development and management of technical and vocational education. Conducted a technical evaluation of the National Manpower Information System—a nationwide system to facilitate the decentralization of manpower and employment services procedures in the technical vocational sector.

Asian Development BankTechnology Development Consultant - Office of Cofinancing Operations

May. 2015 - Apr. 2018Manila, PhilippinesProvide a management and advisory role in developing information systems for monitoring of cofinance projects of the Asia Development Bank.

Asian Development BankInformation & Communication Technology Consultant

Jan. 1998 - Dec. 2010PhilippinesDesigned, developed and managed the implementation several web-based information systems, including the MyADB enterprise-wide Intranet initiative.

DevexDirector of Technology Operations

Mar. 2011 - Jul. 2014PhilippinesLeadership and management role in various areas of technology operations, including product development, infrastructure, organizational process, and staff development. Established the operation and communication framework to ensure that product requirements are effectively captured and delivered by the technology development team. Facilitate effective use of technical resources, which includes manpower and technology infrastructure, for achieving product goals. Coordinated the development, QA and infrastructure teams to insure operations functions are aligned with the product development goals of the company.

Summit Media (Summit Publishing Co., Inc.)Internet Technology Consultant

Nov. 1999 - Nov. 2001Drafted the technology framework for the online media projects, including the organization and management of the technical team. Designed, developed and managed the technical implementation of a community web site for women. http://www.femalenetwork.com. Implemented web/internet security solutions including, audit, testing and incident response.

ABS-CBNTechnical Manager - Interactive Media Group

May. 1996 - May. 1997PhilippinesOrganized and directed the technical research and development team of ABS-CBN Interactive; managed the development of technical back-end solutions for ABS-CBN.COM Web Site. (http://www.abs-cbn.com). Managed the development, implementation and maintenance of the APEC Manila Website (http://www.apec-manila.com). Developed a prototype online database of TV Shows for ABS-CBN Interactive.