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Building on the momentum of the first day (February 26, 2025), the second and final day of the MSUN ATBI Pre-Incubation Training on February 27, 2025, focused on strengthening incubateesโ grasp of important business and related concepts. The sessions provided them with the knowledge to secure, develop, and confidently present their agri-aqua ventures. The training continued at the Extension Division Office Audio-Visual Room, Mindanao State University at Naawan.
The day commenced with โModule V: Intellectual Property Rights and Protection for Startups,โ led by Prof. Karem A. Palmes, Project Leader of MSUN ATBI. This session emphasized the importance of safeguarding innovation, and guiding incubatees through various IP protection strategies intended for startups. Participants gained insights into patents, trademarks, copyrights, and how securing their ideas can strengthen their competitive edge in the market.
Next, โModule VI: Navigating Business Registration, Compliance, and Risk Managementโ was conducted by Dr. Manolito E. Parungao, Project Staff Level II, MSUN ATBI. The module provided an overview of legal essentials for startups, including business registration procedures, compliance requirements, and risk mitigation strategies. The session stressed the importance of complying with legal requirements to ensure smooth operations and long-term business sustainability.
In the afternoon, the focus shifted to communication and business modeling with โModule VII: Mastering Pitching, Presentation Skills, and Startup Storytelling,โ facilitated by Gaily Jubie S. Hontiveros, Project Staff Level I, MSUN ATBI. This interactive workshop equipped incubatees with skills in crafting compelling pitches, improving presentations, and using storytelling to convey their startup vision. A hands-on workshop lets participants apply their learning in real-time.
Concluding the training, โModule VIII: Exploring the Business Model Canvas and Strategies,โ led by Christian Fel S. Batoctoy, Collaborator (MSUN ATBI) and Faculty at the College of Environment and Life Sciences, provided incubatees with the approach to business planning. This session introduced the Business Model Canvas, a tool for developing sustainable business models, followed by a Workshop.
The training ended with an awarding ceremony, celebrating the efforts of the newly onboarded incubatees. Certificates of completion were presented, marking the successful conclusion of the two-day Pre-Incubation Training.
Narratives: DQ Suminguit