500 Participants Expected at Bacolod Biz Summit, Expo 2024

About 500 participants are expected to attend the Bacolod Business Summit and Expo 2024 on September 13-14 at The Central Hall, Ayala Malls Capitol Central, John Anthony Ledesma, Bacolod Entrepreneurs United (BEU) president said during the event’s media launch on Saturday, August 31.

Ledesma also said that 50 exhibitors will be displaying their products.

The event is organized by BEU in partnership with Metro Bacolod Chamber of Commerce and Industry and with the support from the office of the city mayor through Bacolod City Department of Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions, Bacolod Tourism Office and Sectoral Affairs Office.

This year’s summit has the theme called “Building the Future for a Sustainable Bacolod”.

Expected to attend business event delegates from the micro, small, and medium enterprises of Metro Bacolod, various entrepreneurs, various colleges, local government units of Negros Occidental and with special collaborations with the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry Iloilo Chapter, European Chamber of Commerce, and Chamber of Commerce and Industry Australia- Philippines,

The summit aims to foster stronger business relationships, promote collaboration, and attract investments to Bacolod City and the province of Negros Occidental.

By bringing together key industry players from both local and international markets, Ledesma also said that the event “will provide a valuable platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and exploring potential partnerships.”

The summit will be graced by six Speakers discussing the latest trends and opportunities in various industries.

Conference tickets at P500 for the two-day summit.

Admission at the expo hall and business networking areas are free.

Ledesma also said that this year’s summit will raise awareness in the local business community.

On the other hand, on the last day, Dagyaw Negrense president Anne Ledesma said there will be a “Junior BEU Contest” where the youth participants will present their business innovations.

We will also launch the Dagyaw Scholarship Program, Ledesma said.

The entrepreneur- couple acknowledged the support given by the Bacolod City government.* (PR)