METRO MANILA – The vibrant creative spirit of Central Visayas took center stage as DTI Region 7 officially opened the Fiesta Haraya: Visayas and Mindanao Leg during the Christmas Village 2024 at MegaTrade Hall 2-3, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City. This five-day event, running from November 30 to December 4, 2024, celebrates the creativity and cultural continue reading : DTI 7 kicks off Fiesta Haraya: Visayas and Mindanao Leg at Christmas Village 2024

CEBU – Cebu-assisted entrepreneurs of DTI’s One Town, One Product (OTOP) program, or “OTOPreneurs,” proudly displayed a selection of their finest local products at the cultural event for the delegates of the 59th Conference of Directors General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Asia and Pacific Regions, held on October 17, 2024 at Shangri-La Mactan.  The event, continue reading : Cebu’s OTOPreneurs shine at the 59th conference of Directors General of Civil Aviation Asia-Pacific

CEBU – Sixteen (16) dedicated Cebuano entrepreneurs from various parts of the province of Cebu proudly celebrated their graduation from the Kapatid Mentor ME (KMME) Program, marking a significant milestone in their business journeys and an inspiring chapter for Cebu’s thriving entrepreneurial landscape. The intimate yet impactful ceremony highlighted the resilience, creativity, and community spirit continue reading : 16 Cebuano entrepreneurs graduate from DTI Kapatid Mentor ME (KMME) program

CEBU – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Cebu Provincial Office, in collaboration with the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Carmen, officially launched a new Negosyo Center at the Municipal Hall on October 28, 2024. This marks the 37th Negosyo Center in Cebu Province, furthering DTI’s mission to make business support services accessible throughout continue reading : DTI launches 37th Negosyo Center in Cebu

CEBU – Two Cebu-based exporters made waves at the renowned Manila FAME 2024, as Bon-Ace Fashion Tools, Inc. and Finali Furniture and Home Accessories Co. bagged three out of the five major awards for product design at the prestigious KATHA Awards, further solidifying Cebu’s position as a powerhouse of creativity and innovation in the global continue reading : Cebu exporters triumph at Manila FAME 2024, securing top honors with prestigious KATHA Awards

CEBU – Around 30 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Cebu successfully completed the Small Enterprise Acceleration Lab (SEAL) – Business Expansion thru Training and Acceleration (BETA) program, which was designed to elevate businesses through workshops and trade fair activities aimed at enhancing market competitiveness and accelerating growth. The program, held from October 1-4, continue reading : SEAL-BETA empowers Cebu MSMEs through training and trade fair opportunities

CENTRAL VISAYAS – Eleven startups from Bohol and Cebu showcased their innovative solutions and entrepreneurial progress during the highly anticipated STARTUPISLAND.PH demo day and graduation on Friday, October 18, 2024 in Cebu City. These startups successfully completed the rigorous mentoring program and delivered their pitches to an esteemed panel of investors, industry leaders, and stakeholders. continue reading : 11 local startups complete DTI 7 STARTUPISLAND.PH mentoring program

CEBU – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) successfully hosted the fifth leg of the Prefer Pinoy Roadshow in Cebu City on October 23, 2024, bringing together local businesses and government procurement officers to promote the Domestic Bidder (DoBid) Certificate of Preference Program. The program, designed to prioritize locally produced goods in government procurement, continue reading : DTI ‘Prefer Pinoy’ Cebu roadshow empowers local businesses, LGUs to boost local procurement