Bacolod City D-LEDIP

Today, as we celebrate National Flag Day, the Bacolod City Department of Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions (DLEDIP) joins the entire nation in honoring the ultimate symbol of our independence, resilience, and unity.

Every stripe, color, and star on our flag reminds us of the courage of our heroes—a courage that inspires us today as we build a stronger, more vibrant local economy. By supporting our local businesses, investing in our city, and championing Bacolodnon excellence, we raise the banner of our community and our country.

Let us proudly display the National Flag from today, May 28, until Independence Day on June 12!

𝗠𝗦𝗠𝗘 𝗔𝗦𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗗 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: 𝗕𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗛 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗚𝗟𝗢𝗕𝗔𝗟 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗛 🚀

Bacolod is dreaming big for our local entrepreneurs!

The City Government of Bacolod, through D-LEDIP led by Dr. Mae Llamas and in partnership with Department of Trade and Industry Negros Occidental, successfully hosted MSME Ascend 2026 yesterday.

We didn’t just talk—we listened. The event kicked off by tackling real-world challenges identified directly from MSME pre-surveys. To make sure every business got the right support, participants dove into specialized breakout sessions based on their current growth stage:

🌱 Foundational *
📈 Market-Ready *
🌍 Export-Ready

Through these groups, our local entrepreneurs analyzed their specific bottlenecks and mapped out their immediate and long-term needs.

Dr. Mae Llamas engaged directly with the participants, reaffirming the strong commitment of the city government, under the leadership of Mayor Greg Gasataya, to prioritize these needs and turn feedback into action.

"MSMEs are the backbone of Bacolod’s economic success. For them to scale to the national and global stage, we have to prepare the path for them." > — Dr. Mae Llamas, D-LEDIP Head

By interacting directly with our MSMEs, the city government can address actual, ground-level problems and design highly targeted programs.

Thank you to all the resilient entrepreneurs who participated! Ascending to new heights is no easy feat, but when we work together, we become stronger, better, and unstoppable. 💼✨

𝗜𝗧𝗦 𝗗-𝗗𝗔𝗬!🎉

MSME Ascend kicks off at 1 PM later.
📍 Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod
🎟️ Last-minute slots are still open—register now! https://forms.gle/tkPbmaCavcSPGCPJ7

𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗪𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗘𝗫𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗗-𝗠𝗔𝗗𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗦!

The Department of Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions invites market-ready MSMEs to a Round Table Discussion focused on elevating Bacolod-manufactured goods to the national and international stage.

📅 May 25, 2026
📍 Silay Hall 1, 2, and 3 at Park Inn by Radisson

Join us as we showcase Bacolod pride—together, we will help prepare and refine your products for opportunities beyond the local borders. The session will include:
* Market Readiness Assessment,
* Problem & Action Plan Analysis, and
* MSME Development Support.

🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/tkPbmaCavcSPGCPJ7
📌 You may also scan the QR code on the poster to sign up.

Together, Let’s bring Bacolod pride to wider markets!

𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗠𝗔 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗗 𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗛 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗠𝗔𝗔𝗬𝗢 𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗘𝗦.

PHINMA Properties officially launched a new era for Bacolod North with the May 8 groundbreaking of Maayo Terraces, a mid-rise community within the PHP 12 billion Saludad Township in Barangay Bata. This development is set to transform Bacolod North into a premier urban hub, blending residential and commercial spaces with vast greenery to promote a balanced, modern lifestyle.

Mayor Greg Gasataya and PHINMA leadership described the project as a major "vote of confidence" in the city’s economic future. By driving infrastructure and job creation, Maayo Terraces embodies the city’s belief that when the private sector succeeds, Bacolod succeeds.

The Dahlia Tower will be the first tower built at Maayo Terraces, which is designed as an 11-building mid-rise residential community with 2,922 units and more than 60% open space.

Raphael Felix, president and chief executive officer of PHINMA Properties Corp., said the project reflects the company’s long-term confidence in the city’s growth potential.

“Bacolod North feels exciting because there’s a direction of growth and potential. You can sense that this is where the city’s next chapter is beginning to take shape,” Felix said.

Read more here:
https://www.dailyguardian.com.ph/blog/phinma-expands-bacolod-north-with-maayo-terraces

𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗗 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡: 𝗔 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗘𝗥 𝗜𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡.

Bacolod City took center stage during the 35th Visayas Area Business Conference (VABC) last May 14, 2026, proudly showcasing our massive investment potential and rapid transition into a resilient, forward-looking economic powerhouse!

Keynote speaker Mayor Greg Gasataya inspired the delegation by detailing the city's major infrastructure and digital developments, assuring incoming industries of robust investor protection and a seamless ease of doing business. Echoing this bright economic outlook, SGV Country Managing Partner Rossana Fajardo shared a compelling, forward-looking perspective on Bacolod’s upward trajectory.

The segment culminated in the official launch and ceremonial turnover of the Doing Business in Bacolod Playbook—the ultimate investment roadmap for the City of Smiles! 📘🚀

🙏 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄 🙏

An achievement of this scale is built on powerful collaborations. The City Government of Bacolod and D-LEDIP extend our deepest appreciation to the visionaries who made this possible:

🌟 To PCCI Visayas:
Thank you for choosing Bacolod City as the host for this year's historic 35th VABC, giving us the perfect stage to champion regional economic growth.

🌟 To SGV & Co.:
Our profound thanks for your world-class technical expertise and dedication in crafting our new investment playbook:

Ms. Rossana Fajardo (Chair and Country Managing Partner)
Ms. Cyril Valencia
Ms. Stephanie Tan-Hamed
Ms. Djole Garcia
Ms. Katrina Francisco
Ms. Anne Momongan-Lim

🌟 𝐓𝐨 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭:
Thank you for giving Bacolod the platform to showcase its readiness, sustainability, and resilience:

Mr. Joebert Peñaflorida (AVP)
Atty. Juliana Carbon (MBCCI President)
Ms. Melanie Ng (VP for MSME)

As a proud partner of the 35th VABC, Bacolod reaffirms its commitment to fostering a world-class ecosystem for innovation and sustainable wealth. Come and build with us—because Bacolod City is truly where opportunities meet the good life! ❤️💼

𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗗 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧: 𝗔 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗙𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣.

After a highly productive day of high-level discussions at the 35th Visayas Area Business Conference (VABC), delegates, business leaders, and guests gathered last May 14, 2026, to unwind, connect, and strengthen ties during the Bacolod City Night! 🎉

The evening was graced by inspiring messages from PCCI President Emeritus Consul Enunina Mangio, as well as Shopee representatives Mr. Jack Ng and Atty. Choi Petrache, highlighting the powerful synergy between government and private sector drivers.

🥂 𝑨 𝑾𝑨𝑹𝑴 𝑩𝑨𝑪𝑶𝑳𝑶𝑫 𝑾𝑬𝑳𝑪𝑶𝑴𝑬
Our very own Mayor Greg Gasataya raised the welcome toast on behalf of the host city, celebrating the resilience, innovation, and shared vision of the Visayas business community.

The night concluded with a lively fellowship filled with genuine Bacolodnon hospitality—good food, great music, and meaningful connections that will undoubtedly drive our regional economy forward. Thank you to everyone who made this evening unforgettable! 🤝💼



Photo credits to PCCI Visayas

The MOA signing for the Waste Analysis and Characterization Study (WACS) with SGV & Co. solidifies Bacolod’s commitment to data-driven sustainability. This vital investment paves the way for a modern, efficient, and environmentally resilient city.