DTI Negosyo Center and Tagoloan Community College Seal Partnership to Strengthen MSME Development
- Published On: Dec. 03, 2025 05:05 AM
- Category: News
Cagayan de Oro City โย A significant partnership between theย Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Negosyo Centerย andย Tagoloan Community College (TCC)ย was formally signed during theย Negosyo Center Year-End Assessment and MSME Networking Eventย held at theย Rosario Pavilion, Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro City.
The collaboration marks a strengthened commitment to empowering Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the region through shared expertise, mentorship, and capacity-building programs. As part of the ceremony,ย TCC was formally recognizedย for itsย invaluable partnership, mentorship support, and professional expertiseย as one of DTIโs academic partners in implementing development initiatives for emerging entrepreneurs.
Representing Tagoloan Community College wereย Dr. Kharen Jhane S. Ungab, Vice President for Academic Affairs, andย Dr. Melan Dave Lalucan, Faculty and Staff President. Both expressed TCCโs steadfast dedication to supporting MSME growth through research-based strategies, community outreach, and enterprise development programs integrated into the collegeโs academic endeavors.
According to DTI representatives, the partnership with TCC underscores the agencyโs thrust to link with academic institutions that can provide technical knowledge and hands-on mentoring support to local enterprises. Through this collaboration, MSMEs in Misamis Oriental can expect enhanced training opportunities, access to resource persons, and stronger innovation-driven programs.
Dr. Ungab shared that TCC remains committed to fostering a culture of entrepreneurship among students and the community:
โThis partnership allows us to extend our expertise beyond the classroom and into the communities that need support the most. We are honored to walk alongside DTI in championing MSME development.โ
Dr. Lalucan likewise emphasized the role of educational institutions in shaping sustainable local industries, noting that the collegeโs faculty and staff are ready to contribute their knowledge and service to strengthen the regionโs economic landscape.
The event gathered Negosyo Center managers, MSME owners, and partner institutions from across Northern Mindanao, highlighting collaborative efforts and celebrating milestones achieved throughout the year.
With the formalized partnership, DTI and TCC aim to further expand the reach of entrepreneurship programs, ensuring that MSMEs continue to thrive through innovation, mentorship, and community-driven support.
