DOST Secretary Mario G. Montejo earned his Bachelor of Science major in Mechanical Engineering from the University of the Philippines Diliman in 1975.
Secretary Montejo believes that the use of science and technology is always a sound development model for the improvement of the individual and society in terms of improved processes, products, services. His motto, ‘Local technology works!’ affirms a belief in the creativity of Filipinos particularly the Philippine scientific community.
With his substantial background in engineering design and innovation spanning 22 years, he was selected as the 2011 UP Alumni Association (UPAA) Distinguished Alumni in Science and Technology, and the UP College of Engineering has named him one of the “100 Outstanding Alumni Engineers of the Century” during the Centennial celebration of the University of the Philippines in 2010.
Before joining the government service, Secretary Montejo was president of several engineering related firms along with the more recent ecotourism-related company.
He has reshaped DOST policies that now define its focus and development programs to address Pressing National Problems, Development of Appropriate Technologies to Create Growth in the Countryside, Improvement of Industry Competitiveness, Enhancement of Delivery of Government and Social Services,
