01/07/2026
July 1, 2026
Amid the recent passing of our beloved Municipal Mayor, todayโs activity stood as a testament to the resilience, collaboration, and unwavering commitment of our community in empowering our local entrepreneurs. While we continue to mourn this great loss, we also move forward by carrying on the vision of strengthening our business community through meaningful programs and partnerships.
With over 100+ MSMEs in attendance, our AI Learning Session for MSMEs successfully brought together entrepreneurs eager to learn how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be utilized to improve business operations, marketing, customer engagement, and overall productivity.
Our heartfelt gratitude goes to our resource speakers from the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), Mr. Charles Jave M. Retanal and Ms. Mary Ellen R. Canda, for generously sharing their expertise and making AI more understandable, practical, and accessible for our local entrepreneurs.
We also extend our sincere appreciation to our partners from Smart Communications, represented by Ms. Mary Knoll, for introducing digital services and opportunities that can further support the growth and digital transformation of our MSMEs.
On behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Bohol Provincial Office, NCBC Limarfort Gabisan delivered the welcome message on behalf of Provincial Director Vierna Chiu Ligan, reaffirming DTIโs unwavering commitment to continuously equip MSMEs with the knowledge, skills, and digital tools they need to remain competitive in todayโs evolving business landscape.
Our deepest appreciation goes to Municipal Administrator Mr. Karl Arbon for delivering the message on behalf of our late Municipal Mayor and for his steadfast leadership and continued support to the local MSME sector.
We also sincerely acknowledge Municipal Treasurer Elizabeth Pabellan for the continued support of the Local Government Unit; BPLO Head Engr. Juanita Oclarit Basilad and the Business Permits and Licensing Office for their invaluable assistance; and GSO Head Apple Tanjay, together with the General Services Office, for ensuring that the venue, equipment, and other logistical requirements were well-prepared, contributing greatly to the success of the activity.
A very special shoutout goes to MLGOO Atty. Karen Ann of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) for her unwavering support and coordination with our barangays, ensuring the active participation of MSMEs from every barangay. Your dedication and commitment truly made a significant difference in making this activity a success.
Our sincere appreciation also goes to NCBC Area Coordinator Mr. Dennis Lambojon for his unwavering support throughout the activity. Thank you for your valuable assistance in coordinating with our visiting resource speakers and for helping ensure the smooth and orderly conduct of the program. Your dedication and teamwork greatly contributed to the success of this activity.
This successful activity reflects what can be achieved when national government agencies, the Local Government Unit, private sector partners, and our entrepreneurs work hand in hand toward a common goal.
To our MSMEs, thank you for choosing to learn, adapt, and embrace innovation. Your willingness to invest your time and continuously improve your businesses inspires us to continue creating programs that make a meaningful and lasting impact on our local communities.
Daghang salamat sa tanan nga mipartisipar, mitabang, ug mipadayon sa pagpalig-on sa atong MSMEs. Together, let us continue building a smarter, more resilient, and future-ready business communityโbecause when our MSMEs grow, our local economy grows with them. Hereโs to embracing innovation, creating opportunities, and empowering every entrepreneur, one learning session at a time.
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