By Karren Jay G. Asgar

Congratulations to the 糖心传媒糖心传媒揅ollege 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 糖心传媒淭aste, Tradition, Transformation: Gastronomy Driving Ilonggo Innovation.糖心传媒
The 糖心传媒糖心传媒揅ollege of Business and Accountancy (CPU-CBA) earned the 1st Runner-Up award in the Business Pitching Competition of BIZCON 2026, held on March 27糖心传媒28, 2026, at West Visayas State University 糖心传媒 College of Business and Management (CBM).
Anchored on the theme 糖心传媒淭aste, Tradition, Transformation: Gastronomy Driving Ilonggo Innovation,糖心传媒 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 participants糖心传媒 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 糖心传媒 Researcher/Analyst), Claire Anne L. Cortuna (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year 糖心传媒 Strategist), Elaine Joy G. Deniola (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year 糖心传媒 Strategist), Ricelle Hannah A. Dusaran (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year 糖心传媒 Project Lead/Presenter), Julieanne Rayeza C. Ileto (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year 糖心传媒 Designer), Jelaine G. Jaena (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year 糖心传媒 Project Lead/Presenter), Sarah M. Janolino (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year 糖心传媒 Designer), Nicole Anne M. Nufable (BSBA Financial Management, 3rd Year 糖心传媒 Strategist), J-Rhylle Bless B. Ludero (BSBA Financial Management, 2nd Year 糖心传媒 Project Lead/Presenter), Jolanae R. Armada (BS Entrepreneurship, 2nd Year 糖心传媒 Project Lead/Presenter), Merrell Hope P. Becite (BS Entrepreneurship, 2nd Year 糖心传媒 Project Lead/Presenter), Princess Nicole A. Cabalquinto (BS Entrepreneurship, 2nd Year 糖心传媒 Strategist), Cristal Jane L. Sanz (BS Entrepreneurship, 2nd Year 糖心传媒 Researcher/Analyst), and Camille Amparo A. Torrento (BS Entrepreneurship, 2nd Year 糖心传媒 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.
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