The first batch of entrepreneurs who underwent the Kapatid Mentor ME! (KMME) Online Program will present their business improvement plans (BIP) reflecting the major challenges in finding the right strategies on the business to thrive under the new normal to a group of panelists via Zoom on Sept. 16 to 18. Forty-two mentees from Capiz continue reading : MSMEs to present strategies to advance business in the new normal
DTI-Western Visayas holds forum to cope with the new business environment
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Western Visayas conducted a regional forum to familiarize its employees on the various platforms to embrace the transition to the new normal for all sectors by means of innovation and technology to adapt to the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. The activity entitled, “Regional Forum on continue reading : DTI-Western Visayas holds forum to cope with the new business environment
DTI, LGU conduct inspection of faulty weighing scales in Antique
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), along with the Office of the Municipal Treasurer (MTO) and the Municipal Economic Enterprise Development Office (MEEDO) in the municipality of San Jose de Buenavista, Antique, conducted a surprise inspection of weighing scale in a store inside the San Jose Tradetown. This spot-checking of weighing scales was in continue reading : DTI, LGU conduct inspection of faulty weighing scales in Antique
RCC awards competitive LGUs for 2019
The Regional Competitiveness Council (RCC) recognized competitive local government units (LGUs) excelling in the four pillars of economic dynamism, government efficiency, infrastructure, and resiliency. Chaired by the DTI VI, the RCC is now on its 3rd year of giving citation to standout LGUs in the region. The activity was attended by local chief executives and continue reading : RCC awards competitive LGUs for 2019
Fun run kicks-off Consumer Welfare Month this October
A total of 210 participants registered and joined the recently concluded 4th Consumer Fun Run initiated by the DTI VI which traversed the three-kilometer loop from the Sunburst Park to City Mall – Parola and back, on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2019.
Making Aklan products available in a ‘click’
Jocyl and Heinz Militar Heinz Militar made true his desire of providing homegrown entrepreneurs a better platform in selling their products and services, likewise informing consumers of locally-made products available in the market. Militar, the brains behind the e-commerce platform – OneAklan WantAklan, said that the idea originated and developed following his inclusion as a continue reading : Making Aklan products available in a ‘click’
Panublion 2018 opens on Nov. 14 at SM City Iloilo
All roads lead to this city for the unveiling of this year’s regional exhibit that would showcase Western Visayas’ craft, artistry and gastronomy at SM City – Iloilo in Mandurriao District, Iloilo City on 14 November. The DTI Region VI will open the annual celebration of the region’s craftsmanship and skills through the Panubli-on continue reading : Panublion 2018 opens on Nov. 14 at SM City Iloilo
Aklan products to welcome tourists during Boracay Island re-opening
The DTI Aklan Provincial Office is setting up a product showcase during the re-opening of the country’s premier tourist destination, Boracay Island, in Malay, Aklan on Friday, 26 October 2018 No less than 20 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from Boracay Island and Kalibo will display their products highlighting the assistance provided by continue reading : Aklan products to welcome tourists during Boracay Island re-opening
SRP for Noche Buena products out, indicates increase in prices of items
Most noche buena products increased their suggested retail prices (SRP) this year. The increase varies on the brand and size or weight of a product which ranges from 20 centavos to as high as P49.75. The SRP, released on October 13, 2018, showed that prices of ham increased from a range of 50 centavos to as continue reading : SRP for Noche Buena products out, indicates increase in prices of items
DTI establishes OTOP PH Hubs in Bohol and Siquijor
In an effort to provide a venue for micro and small enterprises (MSEs) to showcase their products, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) will be opening a One Town, One Product Philippines Hub (OTOP PH Hub) in Bohol on October 16 in Tagbilaran City Island City Mall and in Siquijor at the Pasalubong Center, continue reading : DTI establishes OTOP PH Hubs in Bohol and Siquijor