The Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) launched Cebu Business Month (CBM) 2024 with a spectacular Grand Opening Salvo at The Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu.
This event marks the start of a month-long celebration under the theme “Padayon Cebu,” emphasizing innovation and collaborative growth.
“Padayon,” meaning “to continue,” reflects the resilience and forward momentum inherent in Cebuano business leaders.
This spirit sets the tone for CBM 2024, which aims to foster sustainable growth through strategic entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration.
In his welcome address, CCCI President Jay Y. Yuvallos highlighted CBM’s legacy, which has been central to Cebu’s socio-economic prosperity since 1996. He reaffirmed the Chamber’s mission to inspire and promote sustainable growth through a synergy between the private sector and government agencies.
“‘Padayon Cebu’ signifies our commitment to progress despite challenges. This resilience drives our community and fuels our growth,” Yuvallos said. He also thanked the CBM 2024 team for their dedication.
CBM 2024 Overall Chairman Regan Rex King echoed Yuvallos’ sentiments, outlining the goals for this year’s celebration.
He introduced the CBM 2024 Working Team, whose efforts have been instrumental in bringing the event to life.
“Our theme, ‘Padayon Cebu,’ captures the spirit of resilience and forward momentum that defines our community,” King said. “We have crafted events to inspire, promote, and grow Cebu businesses toward sustainable growth and innovation.”
Throughout June, CBM 2024 will host various activities to strengthen entrepreneurship, encourage innovation, and drive digital transformation.
On June 14, the GOOD DESIGN.GOOD BUSINESS Summit will explore how good design enhances business and customer experiences.
It will feature speakers from diverse fields, including architecture, interior design, and digital strategy, offering a holistic perspective for businesses.
On June 20, “PADAYON CEBU: Enabling Cebu’s Competitiveness through Digital Transformation and Innovation Forum” will discuss digitalization’s role in streamlining business operations and building future-proof infrastructure.
Cebu’s top CEOs will gather on June 26 for “Captains of Industry: A CEO Networking Night,” fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.
“PADAYON CEBU: A Summit to Inspire, Promote & Grow MSMEs” on June 25-26 will address MSMEs’ unique challenges through insights, success stories, and innovative solutions from industry leaders and policymakers.
July will highlight Cebu’s prowess in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions sector with its MICE Forum, designed to explore opportunities for economic growth.
The solutions expo “Empowering Cebu’s MSMEs” on August 16-17 will provide MSMEs access to essential resources and solutions tailored to their needs.
The CBM 2024 team, led by Chairman Regan Rex King, Vice Chairmen Anton Perdices and Kent de la Calzada, and a dedicated group of committee chairs and members, is committed to ensuring the success of this year’s events.
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