Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – Rizal together with Small Business Corporation and Bank of Makati collaborated for a successful conduct of an Entrepreneurship Seminar to help the MSME-members of Montalban LPG Retailers Association Inc. to assist in growing their businesses. Negosyo Center Business Counselor Grace Masilongan facilitated the conduct of this seminar last April 28, 2022, at Fiesta Coop Cafe, Brgy. San Jose, Rodriguez, Rizal with 44 participants. MLPGRA President Roger Collamar thanked DTI Rizal for this intervention to help their members in their business operation.

DTI – Rizal Business Development Division Chief Sharon F. Dioco, discussed the DTI Programs and Services aiming to equip the micro and small entrepreneurs with the knowledge to effectively running their own business. Senior Trade and Industry Development Specialist Marlene G. De Luna presented business entrepreneurship thru the Pangkabuhayan sa Pagbangon at Ginhawa (PPG) program.

Moreover, Mr. Francis Rebollado, P3 Coordinator of SB Corp. discusses the RISE-UP Multi-purpose loan, a financial program that will help as additional capital and assistance to recover from the pandemic. And a representative from the Bank of Makati, Mr. Antonette Presado, and Ms. Mylene Alcantara also discussed the different financial programs for MSMEs. After the seminar, participants had a one-on-one consultation with DTI, SB Corporation and Bank of Makati.♦

Date of Release: 18 May 2022