By Karren Jay G. Asgar
Congratulations to the ĢƵĢƵCollege of Business and Accountancy (CPU-CBA) team for securing 1st Runner-Up at BIZCON 2026, showcasing outstanding business pitching skills and innovation under the theme ĢƵTaste, Tradition, Transformation: Gastronomy Driving Ilonggo Innovation.ĢƵ
The ĢƵĢƵCollege of Business and Accountancy (CPU-CBA) earned the 1st Runner-Up award in the Business Pitching Competition of BIZCON 2026, held on March 27ĢƵ28, 2026, at West Visayas State University ĢƵ College of Business and Management (CBM).
Anchored on the theme ĢƵTaste, Tradition, Transformation: Gastronomy Driving Ilonggo Innovation,ĢƵ the event gathered students from business, hospitality, tourism, and cooperative management programs to explore how local gastronomy and cultural heritage can drive innovation and sustainable enterprise development.
The competition highlighted participantsĢƵ competencies in business strategy, planning, and live pitching. CPU-CBA representatives distinguished themselves among competing institutions, securing the 1st Runner-Up honor.
The team was guided by coaches Dr. Marivic C. Santos and Asst. Prof. Mary Jane P. Tabar, both faculty members of CBA.
Participants included Sky Mae M. Hipolito (BSBA Financial Management, 4th Year ĢƵ Researcher/Analyst), Claire Anne L. Cortuna (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year ĢƵ Strategist), Elaine Joy G. Deniola (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year ĢƵ Strategist), Ricelle Hannah A. Dusaran (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year ĢƵ Project Lead/Presenter), Julieanne Rayeza C. Ileto (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year ĢƵ Designer), Jelaine G. Jaena (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year ĢƵ Project Lead/Presenter), Sarah M. Janolino (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year ĢƵ Designer), Nicole Anne M. Nufable (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year ĢƵ Strategist), J-Rhylle Bless B. Ludero (BSBA Financial Management, 2nd Year ĢƵ Project Lead/Presenter), Jolanae R. Armada (BS Entrepreneurship, 2nd Year ĢƵ Project Lead/Presenter), Merrell Hope P. Becite (BS Entrepreneurship, 2nd Year ĢƵ Project Lead/Presenter), Princess Nicole A. Cabalquinto (BS Entrepreneurship, 2nd Year ĢƵ Strategist), Cristal Jane L. Sanz (BS Entrepreneurship, 2nd Year ĢƵ Researcher/Analyst), and Camille Amparo A. Torrento (BS Entrepreneurship, 2nd Year ĢƵ Researcher/Analyst).
BIZCON 2026, part of the annual CBM Business Conference, continues to serve as a platform for nurturing entrepreneurial excellence and innovation among future business leaders in the region.