Mayor Sitti Djalia Turabin-Hataman presided the Quarterly Business Review and Forum for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) took place on June 18 at the Sakayan Conference Room.
The meeting included a presentation on Market Trends and Economic Forecasts by LEDIPO Chief Jaime Juanito Rivera, followed by a networking session to connect MSME owners and industry stakeholders. An interactive segment allowed participants to raise questions and share their views. The event was attended by the Regional Governor of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Western Mindanao and representatives from various MSMEs.
Another highlight of the event was the election of officers for the PCCI Isabela City Board of Directors:
President – Julie Anne Lim of RJ Store
Executive Vice President – Amin Hataman of MSH
Corporate Secretary – Margarita Auxtero
Treasurer – Juancho Mirasol of Juancho Glass Supply
VP for Food – Esther Toribio of Joveth’s Isabela
VP for Agriculture – Angela Ledda of Dos Bros Integrated Farm
VP for Education – Comtech Institute
VP for Health – Tajmahal Latip of Taj Pharmacy
VP for Transportation – Isabela City TODA
VP for Energy – Cipriano Delas Peñas
of CL Delas Peñas LPG Center/Pryce
VP for MSME – Marisol San Juan of San Juan Furniture
VP for Cooperatives – Juanito Andajao of UWARBMPC
VP for Tourism – Michael Delos Santos of Farmland Resort
VP for Retail – Jaime Go of Mabuhay Trading
VP for Women-Led MSMEs – Yolanda Savariz of Hapisabela Dressmakers
VP for IP MSMEs – Juriya Atong-Hassim of Maligue Women’s Association
The Quarterly Business Review and Forum aims to foster a collaborative environment where local MSMEs and the City Government can share insights, discuss challenges, and explore opportunities for growth and innovation. This forum is designed not only to provide valuable information and resources but also to create a platform for mutual support and collaboration among local businesses. By coming together, the forum seeks to build a stronger, more resilient business community in Isabela City. (Words by SJ Asakil/Photos by M. Santos, CIO)