Iloilo City Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion Office

23/10/2026

𝐀𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧-𝐨𝐧-𝐭𝐡𝐞-𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐫𝐠𝐲. 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐝𝐨𝐳𝐚, 𝐋𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐳

𝟐𝟑 𝐎𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | The Iloilo City Government continued its Atipan-on-the-Move initiative at Brgy. Baldoza, La Paz, Iloilo City, bringing essential government services and assistance closer to the community.

The activity provided residents with easier access to various programs and services offered by participating city government offices, including the Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion (LEDIP) Office.

Through Atipan-on-the-Move, the Iloilo City Government continues to strengthen community engagement and ensure that government services remain accessible and responsive to the needs of Ilonggos.

22/10/2026

22/10/2026

𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

𝟐𝟐 𝐎𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | The 3rd Western Visayas Innovative Startup Fest officially kicked off at SM Iloilo Terminal Market, bringing together startup founders, investors, students, government agencies, the academe, and industry partners to strengthen the region’s growing startup ecosystem.

Carrying the theme “Scaling the Region’s Startup Ecosystem: Enabling Founders, Driving Innovation,” the three-day festival features conferences, startup exhibits, pitching competitions, and other activities designed to promote innovation, encourage collaboration, and help turn promising ideas into viable businesses.

The Iloilo City Government, through the LEDIP Office, continues to support initiatives that create opportunities for local innovators and entrepreneurs, helping build a more dynamic and innovation-driven economy for Iloilo City and Western Visayas.

22/10/2026

𝐔𝐒𝐖𝐀𝐆 𝐍𝐄𝐆𝐎𝐒𝐘𝐎 𝐀𝐂𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐌𝐘 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 𝟐𝟗 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝟑𝟎 – 𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝟕

𝟐𝟏 𝐎𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | The Uswag Negosyo Academy (UNA) Batch 29 and 30 continued their learning sessions at the Kerr Building, covering Discover Goods For You (DGFY), Business Model Canvas, and Pricing and Costing.

The session focused on helping participants identify suitable products and business opportunities, develop their business models, and understand the importance of proper pricing and costing in running a business.

Through the Uswag Negosyo Academy, the Iloilo City LEDIP Office continues to provide learning opportunities that help local entrepreneurs strengthen their business knowledge and prepare for sustainable business growth.

21/10/2026

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐠𝐨𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

The Iloilo City Government, through the Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion (LEDIP) Office, recognizes the graduates of the AIDA Plus Virtual Assistance Services Level III Training Program, held on October 21, 2026, at the Iloilo City Hall Penthouse Auditorium.

The program is made possible through the collaboration of Aboitiz Foundation, Philippine Center for Entrepreneurship (PCE) – Go Negosyo, Philippine Call Center Institute (PCCI), Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), and the Iloilo City Government.

This initiative highlights the importance of equipping Ilonggos with relevant skills and preparing them for opportunities in the growing digital economy.

Congratulations to all the graduates on this milestone! May this achievement open doors to new opportunities and continued professional growth.

21/10/2026

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐁𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐃𝐀𝐘, 𝐌𝐀’𝐀𝐌 𝐁𝐈𝐍𝐆! 💙🎂

Wishing a wonderful birthday to our Department Head, Ms. Velma Jane C. Lao! Today is a chance to celebrate you and all the good things you bring to the people you work with.

May this new year of life bring you more happy moments, good health, answered prayers, and success in your endeavors. May you continue to find fulfillment in the work you do and happiness in the little things that make each day special.

From your LEDIP Office family, enjoy your day to the fullest, Ma’am Bing! You deserve all the love and blessings coming your way. 💙✨

20/10/2026

𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔: 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫’𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐮𝐩 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩

20 October 2026 | The 1st Mayor’s Innovation Cup Bootcamp was held at the Penthouse, 8th Floor of Iloilo City Hall as part of the Western Visayas Innovative Startup Fest 2026.

The bootcamp provided a venue for aspiring innovators and startup teams to develop their ideas, refine their concepts, and explore solutions to real-world challenges.

The Mayor’s Innovation Cup is part of a broader effort to encourage homegrown innovation and strengthen Iloilo City’s startup ecosystem. By creating opportunities for innovators to develop and present their ideas, the initiative helps bring promising concepts closer to practical applications that can benefit communities and local industries.

Through initiatives like this, Iloilo City continues to build an environment where creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship can contribute to local economic growth.

19/10/2026

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

𝟏𝟗 𝐎𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | The Market Stall Business Plan Bootcamp, conducted by the Iloilo City LEDIP Office in cooperation with the Iloilo City Local Economic Enterprise Office (LEEO), was held at the LEDIP Conference Room.

Designed exclusively for market stall applicants, the activity provided practical guidance on business planning, smart decision-making, and proper budgeting to help participants prepare for the responsibilities of managing a market stall.

Through this collaboration, Iloilo City continues to provide learning opportunities that help aspiring market entrepreneurs build a strong business foundation and prepare for sustainable business operations.

19/10/2026

Announcing the top 10 startups shortlisted for the Mayor's Innovation Cup!

These teams just got closer to the chance of winning up to PHP 100,000 in cash grants from the Iloilo City Government.

They must undergo an MVP & Pitch Bootcamp on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at the Iloilo City Hall Penthouse before they take the stage on the Grand Pitch Day on Oct. 24.

19/10/2026

𝐈𝐓 𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐒 𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐓𝐎 𝐁𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐌 🌸

𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐊 𝐘𝐎𝐔, 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒, 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐒, 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐄𝐗𝐇𝐈𝐁𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐒 | 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐋𝐀 𝐅𝐀𝐌𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

As Iloilo City concludes its participation in MANILA FAME 2026: Bloom, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who helped make this journey possible.

To our partners, thank you for your collaboration and continued support in creating opportunities for Ilonggo enterprises. To our sponsors, thank you for your valuable contributions in making this initiative possible. And to our 12 participating Ilonggo MSMEs, thank you for proudly showcasing the creativity, craftsmanship, and ingenuity that make our local products truly distinctive.

Through your collective efforts, Ilonggo-made products reached a wider audience, new connections were established, and more opportunities opened for our local enterprises to explore new markets.

OUR PARTNERS
• Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM)
• Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Philippines
• DTI Region VI
• DTI Iloilo
• Iloilo City Government
• Metro Iloilo-Guimaras Economic Development Council (MIGEDC)
• PJ Arañador

OUR SPONSORS
• Congressman Ferjenel "Ferj" Biron
• Congresswoman Janette L. Garin
• MORE Power
• Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) Iloilo
• Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (PHILEXPORT)

OUR EXHIBITORS

Thank you to our 12 participating Ilonggo MSMEs for bringing their products, stories, and craftsmanship to the MANILA FAME stage.

• Balai Ilonggo by One Iloilo
• Cuaycong Native Products
• Erik Castelo
• Indag-an Primary Multi-Purpose Cooperative
• Iloilo Capiz Shell Flowers and Antiques
• Lampirong Collection
• Maasin Bamboo Association
• Modern Ilongga
• Owlkemy Curios
• Rattanology
• Salngan Livelihood Multi-Purpose Cooperative
• WUTHLE (Women United Through Handcrafted Lace and Embroidery)

With MANILA FAME 2026 officially wrapped up, the connections built and opportunities created continue to inspire us to support and strengthen Iloilo City’s local enterprises. Together, we carry Ilonggo creativity beyond our city and open more doors for our MSMEs to grow, connect, and thrive.

Madamo gid nga salamat for helping Iloilo City bloom at MANILA FAME 2026! 🌱

Iloilo City Government