in photo: Ms. Marilyn C. Magno

Dreams Do Come True

One inspiring success story that showcases the journey of a woman who was a former Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) and transformed into a successful entrepreneur with the assistance of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is that of Marilyn C. Magno. Marilyn, from the City of Cabuyao in Laguna, worked as a domestic helper continue reading : Dreams Do Come True

in photo: Negosyo Center Business Counselor conducting basic pricing and costing seminar.

DTI-Laguna, Calamba Manpower Development Center conduct seminar on entrepreneurial mindset and basic pricing costing

Nagcarlan, Laguna — The Department of Trade and Industry – Laguna Provincial Office (DTI-Laguna), in partnership with the Calamba Manpower Development Center (CMDC), conducted a seminar on entrepreneurial mindset and basic pricing costing last October 25, 2023 (Wednesday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm) at Sectoral Affairs Conference Room, Calamba City Hall, which was attended by continue reading : DTI-Laguna, Calamba Manpower Development Center conduct seminar on entrepreneurial mindset and basic pricing costing

DTI-Laguna, Center for Competencies Enhancement and Development conduct seminar on How to Start a Business

Calamba City — The Department of Trade and Industry – Laguna Provincial Office, in collaboration with the Center for Competencies Enhancement and Development, Inc. (CCED), organized a seminar entitled “How to Start a Business” in the City of Calamba, Laguna. The event took place on October 13, 2023, at the 3rd Floor Kristine Business Center, continue reading : DTI-Laguna, Center for Competencies Enhancement and Development conduct seminar on How to Start a Business

Group photo of the attendees of 10th Cavite MSME Conference.

The 10th Cavite MSME Conference centers on enabling self-reliant and resilient MSMEs, pushes for FoodSecure.Ph

The 10th Cavite MSMEs Business Conference, a collaborative partnership between the Provincial Government of Cavite through the Provincial Cooperative, Livelihood and Entrepreneurial Development Office (PCLEDO) and its partners, the Cavite Small Medium Enterprise Development (CaSMED), Department of Trade and Industry-Cavite and the Local Government Unit of the City of Bacoor, was successfully held on 28 continue reading : The 10th Cavite MSME Conference centers on enabling self-reliant and resilient MSMEs, pushes for FoodSecure.Ph

Screen capture of attendees of webinar.

DTI Rizal hosts webinar on driving up your customer satisfaction

RIZAL PROVINCE — A total of 31 zoom participants from different municipalities in Rizal, attended the 9th module of Collaborative Harnessing Assistance for Mentoring Program for SMEs (CHAMPS) Season 4 titled “Driving Up your Customer Satisfaction”, via Zoom on September 20, 2023 The training was conducted by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – continue reading : DTI Rizal hosts webinar on driving up your customer satisfaction

in photo: Ms. Ana Arsolacia, owner of Ohlet's sari-sari store

A story of grit and growth

Ms. Ana Arsolacia, a 58-year-old woman, had once been a dedicated factory worker and a manager in a well-known local brand for a decade. However, driven by a desire for more independence and to create her own path, she decided to leave her corporate job and venture into entrepreneurship. In 2014, Ana returned to her continue reading : A story of grit and growth

in photo: DTI Rizal OIC-Provincial Director Cleotilde M. Duran, Rizal Provincial Governor Hon. Nina Ricci A. Ynares, with resource speakers from MERALCO, DOST, DOLE, SOMAGO Philippines, and IPOPHL, and the MSMEs from Rizal Province.

Empowering Rizal MSMEs: A glimpse into crucial programs and services at MSME Forum

RIZAL PROVINCE — Yesterday marked a pivotal day for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Rizal Province as they gathered for the enlightening “MSME Forum: Mga Programa at Serbisyo para sa Negosyante at Manggagawa.” The event, held from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, was designed to shed light on vital programs and services critical continue reading : Empowering Rizal MSMEs: A glimpse into crucial programs and services at MSME Forum

in photo: DTI Region 4-A OIC-RD Marissa C. Argente, DTI Laguna team headed by OIC-PD Christian Ted Tungohan, Hon. Mayor Art Joseph Francis Mercado of the City Government of San Pedro, and Head Ms. Elsa Santos of the San Pedro City Business Permits and Licensing Office.

DTI Laguna launches Rice on Wheels for retailers’ program in San Pedro City

SAN PEDRO LAGUNA — The Department of Trade and Industry – Laguna Provincial Office (DTI-Laguna), in partnership with the Provincial Government of Laguna, City Government of San Pedro, and Maunlad Rice Mill Corporation, launched its first Rice on Wheels for Retailers Program at the Parking Space of Suki Market, Mabini St., City of San Pedro, continue reading : DTI Laguna launches Rice on Wheels for retailers’ program in San Pedro City