08/04/2026
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The journey begins for our entrepreneurs in Region 1!
The DTI Region 1 officially kicks off the KMME-MME Online Class 2026 Batch 1 through the Launching and Orientation held on April 8, 2026 via Zoom and Facebook Live, gathering micro-entrepreneur mentees from across the Ilocos Region 1. The activity marks the start of a meaningful learning journey focused on strengthening entrepreneurial mindset, enhancing business management skills, and guiding participants in developing their Business Improvement Plans through mentorship from industry experts.
The activity was graced by distinguished guest speakers from DTI and partner institutions, namely Undersecretary Blesila A. Lantayona of the DTI Regional Operations Group, Mr. Anthony Patrick Chua, Executive Director of PCE–Go Negosyo, and Mr. Robert C. Bastillo, President and CEO of Small Business Corporation, who delivered messages of support and encouragement for the mentees. The activity was also attended by RD Merlie D. Membrere, Regional Director of DTI Region 1, together with PD Amelia Galvez of DTI Ilocos Norte, PD Zaldy Zafra of DTI Ilocos Sur, PD Victoria Ordoño of DTI La Union, and Acting Assistant Regional Director and concurrent Provincial Director Natalia Dalaten of DTI Pangasinan.
An inspirational message was shared by Ms. Barb’ra JA A. Tabasan, a KMME graduate and entrepreneur from the Province of Ilocos Sur, who shared her entrepreneurial journey and encouraged the mentees to remain resilient, maximize the mentorship opportunity, and continuously innovate to grow their businesses. Meanwhile Mr. Rholan S. Nuqui of PCE–Go Negosyo presented the KMME-MME Program Briefer and guidelines for the conduct of the sessions.
With mentorship, collaboration, and determination, the Batch 1 mentees are set to grow, innovate, and scale their businesses through the KMME-MME Program.
