
Dasmariñas City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) opened its newest One Town One Product (OTOP) at SM City Dasmariñas on January 27. The store showcases the diverse and high-quality products of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from across Cavite, making it the third OTOP store in the province, alongside the other locations in Tagaytay and Bacoor.
The grand opening was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by DTI officials, including Assistant Secretary Dominic Tolentino, Regional Director Marissa Argente, Assistant Regional Director Revelyn Cortez, and Provincial Directors Lilibeth Chavez, Julieta Tadiosa, and Christian Ted Tungohan; representing Cavite, Quezon, and Laguna respectively.
Also in attendance were Dasmariñas City Mayor Jenny Barzaga, LEDIPO Head Carlos Legaspi, SM Malls representatives Edith Tayko and Minabel Llanes, and representatives from the DTI and the local government unit.
Operated by the Dasmariñas Entrepreneurial and Consumers Cooperative (DECC), headed by Mr. Arman Mojica, the store offers a wide array of locally made products that provide a vital business platform for local MSMEs to reach a wider market.
Director Argente emphasized the importance of partnerships in making the OTOP program a success. “DTI initiates the program, but without the LGU support, it wouldn’t be possible,” she stated. She also highlighted the store’s role as a “training ground” that will help entrepreneurs strengthen their businesses and eventually establish their independent stores.
Mayor Jenny Barzaga expressed her gratitude to the DTI, SM City Dasmariñas, and Team Dasma for their collaborative efforts in bringing the OTOP store to fruition. She commended the partnership between the LGU, private sector, and DECC for the successful launch.
The store showcases the products of Dasmariñas-based MSMEs, including Maestra Panaderia, Project Beans, Absmush Mushroom, Dingras Food House, Nutria Farm, EMCK Foods Philippines OPC, Olivia Perfumes, and Kuya Jay’s Takoyaki, among others. ♦
Date of Release: 03 January 2025