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CIAL Backs CABME Leads Launch Through Global Forum on Network Marketing and Leadership

The College of Accountancy, Business, and Management Education (CABME) of Central Mindanao Colleges (CMC), in partnership with the Center for International Affairs and Linkages (CIAL), successfully launched its premier academic enrichment program—CABME Leads: A Semester of Innovation, Leadership, and Global Impact—on July 18, 2025, through the International Symposium on Network Marketing held at the CMC Annex. This kickoff activity brought together 50 selected CABME students for a transformative discussion on network marketing as a contemporary and empowering business model. The initiative, strongly aligned with the institution’s commitment to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and internationalization, seeks to nurture globally competent, ethically grounded, and innovation-driven student leaders. At the center of the symposium was Ms. Bianca Stanley, guest panelist from Lifestyle Management Group Australia. With three university degrees and over 15 years of experience in corporate leadership across government and private sectors, Ms. Stanley shared her personal journey of pivoting from the corporate world to becoming a global wellness entrepreneur. Her business, which began 12 years ago in the health and fitness sector, now operates in multiple countries with personal investments exceeding $2.5 million USD—a testament to the power of aligning one’s passion with purpose. Joining Ms. Stanley was Mr. Alfe Keith Apalit, an MBA graduate of Ateneo de Davao University and seasoned leader in the network marketing industry. Their engaging panel discussion provided students with actionable insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, branding, and ethical decision-making within the context of direct selling and modern income systems. With the active support of CIAL, the event elevated CMC’s internationalization efforts by incorporating global best practices, entrepreneurial models, and cross-border success stories. The open forum further encouraged students to evaluate innovative income systems and their relevance in today’s evolving market. As the opening salvo of the CABME Leads program, the symposium laid the foundation for a semester of student-led, SDG-aligned, and internationally supported academic activities designed to develop the next generation of business and community leaders. #CABMELeads2025#CMCInternationalization#CIALSupports#NetworkMarketingForum#GlobalLeadership#EntrepreneurshipEducation#SDG3#SDG4#SDG8#SDG9#SDG17 #LifeByDesign

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Published by: Desiree Gayramara

Date published: Aug 14, 2025

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CIAL Commends CABME’s RE: SEARCH PITCHFEST 2025 for Advancing SDG-Aligned Innovation and Community-Driven Research

Kidapawan City, Cotabato – The Center for International Affairs and Linkages (CIAL) of Central Mindanao Colleges (CMC) lauds the successful conduct of RE: SEARCH PITCHFEST 2025, the flagship research activity of the College of Accountancy, Business, and Management Education (CABME) held on July 17–18 and July 23–24, 2025, at the CMC Annex Campus. The event served as a significant platform for student-led research and innovation rooted in social relevance and international frameworks, particularly the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With the theme “Empowering Communities through Business Innovation and SDG-Aligned Research,” the pitchfest brought together over 50 student research groups from CABME’s major programs—Marketing Management, Human Resource Management, Financial Management, and Management Accounting. These groups presented community-responsive business concepts offering real-world solutions in areas such as environmental sustainability, economic inclusion, digital innovation, and ethical business practices. CIAL commended the initiative for demonstrating CMC’s commitment to global citizenship education, internationalization-at-home, and research that responds to both local and global priorities. The event showcased the institution’s values of interdisciplinary collaboration, sustainability, and impact-oriented innovation. The pitchfest officially opened with a compelling message from CABME Student Council Governor Janna M. Sison, who encouraged fellow students to view research as a powerful tool for social innovation and transformation. This was followed by a message of support from Dr. Cynthia S. Asuncion, School President, who reaffirmed CMC’s institutional mission to empower future professionals through education that is socially grounded and globally responsive. In recognition of excellence, special awards were conferred to outstanding groups whose research outputs exemplified creativity, clarity, and impact. The Best Research Pitch was awarded to the group that demonstrated overall excellence in research execution, while the Most SDG-Aligned Project recognized the team whose proposal most effectively integrated sustainable development goals into their business model. The Most Innovative Business Concept honored a group with a bold, novel solution to a pressing community issue, and the Best in Presentation Delivery was given to the team that exhibited outstanding clarity, confidence, and professionalism during their pitch. These awards honored student groups whose outputs demonstrated creativity, feasibility, impact, and strong alignment with the SDGs—further reinforcing CABME’s goal of transforming student research into actionable, community-oriented solutions.The activity was jointly organized in collaboration with the Center for International Affairs and Linkages (CIAL), Institute for Research, Publication and Community Extension (IRPCE), and the Student Success Center (SSC). The event was also actively participated in by faculty and students from other departments and colleges, demonstrating a shared institutional commitment to research excellence and community engagement.The event concluded with an inspiring message from Dr. Mark Gennesis B. Dela Cerna, LPT, Vice President for Academic Affairs, who underscored CABME’s pivotal role in leading a culture of innovation and social impact. “More than showcasing research, this pitchfest affirms that CABME is at the forefront of developing bold, meaningful, and forward-thinking solutions that uplift communities and advance the goals of sustainable development,” he stated. CIAL recognizes RE: SEARCH PITCHFEST 2025 as a model of student-led innovation that bridges local relevance with global vision. It affirms CMC’s steadfast commitment to sustainability, community development, and internationalization through research that matters. #RESEARCHPitchfest2025 #TatakCABME #CIALCMC #SDGAlignedResearch #BusinessWithPurpose #EmpowerThroughResearch #CMCGlobalCitizenship #FutureReadyCMC #RoarLions

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Published by: Desiree Gayramara

Date published: Aug 14, 2025

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CMC Leads a Bold Reaffirmation of the SDG Commitment Cards

C – CommitM – MobilizeC – ChampionCMC Leads a Bold Reaffirmation of the SDG Commitment Cards“What begins as a simple act today becomes a legacy tomorrow.” At Central Mindanao Colleges (CMC), advocacy is not an occasional campaign. It is a sustained culture. As early adopters of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), CMC has long stood at the forefront of meaningful action.  Now, with renewed purpose, the institution marks a reaffirmation of this ongoing mission through the strengthened launch of the SDG Commitment Cards, held on July 14, 2025. Under the leadership of Ms. Desiree Gayramara, Coordinator of the Center for International Affairs and Linkages (CIAL), this milestone is more than a ceremonial act. It is a bold declaration that CMC remains deeply committed to shaping responsible, action-driven global citizens. “This isn’t starting over. It’s stepping forward, stronger,” said Ms. Gayramara. “We are reaffirming what we have always stood for: that change is personal, and it begins with each of us.” The initiative, grounded in the call to Commit, Mobilize, and Champion, once again unites the entire CMC community. From students to staff, faculty to administrators, everyone shares the mission to live out the SDGs in real, practical ways. Each Commitment Card is not just a formality. It is a visible, daily reminder of what it means to be a CMCIan: someone who chooses action over apathy and responsibility over rhetoric. “The SDGs aren’t just global numbers. They’re human values,” Ms. Gayramara added. “Every signature is a pledge to act, to lead, to care.” Cards are now displayed proudly across CMC’s offices, classrooms, student centers, and institutes. Their presence signals a vibrant movement reborn, a reaffirmation not only of goals but of identity, purpose, and community. Each SDG Commitment Card at CMC represents a personal and collective vow to uphold all 17 Sustainable Development Goals. It begins with ending poverty and hunger, and includes promoting health, education, and gender equality. It affirms dedication to clean water and energy, decent work, and innovation. It calls for reduced inequalities, sustainable communities, responsible consumption, and urgent climate action. It defends life on land and below water and demands peace, justice, and strong partnerships. These cards are more than a gesture. They are a daily promise to act with purpose and live with impact. This moment strengthens CMC’s evolving role as a champion of inclusive education, environmental responsibility, peacebuilding, and sustainable development. With every card signed and every goal embraced, CMC reclaims its place as a college of conscience and impact. So if you’re ready to stand for something bigger,If you believe education must lead to transformation,If you believe action speaks louder than intention,Choose CMC. “From the classroom to the community, from the personal to the planetary, this is how we create change.” ELTM, CMSCO #ChooseCMC #CMCForTheGoals#GlobalExcellence #SDGChampions#SustainableCMC #ActForChange#FromRootsToGlobalReach #SDGReaffirmation #EducationForSustainability #CMCIansForImpact

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Published by: Desiree Gayramara

Date published: Jul 22, 2025

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Groundbreaking unites tradition, vision, and community for sustainable campus growth.

C – ConstructingM– Milestones for aC– Connected Future Kidapawan City, July 10, 2025 — At the CMC Annex, Central Mindanao Colleges (CMC) launched “Illuminating the Paths of Hope”, the ceremonial laying of the first electrical post, symbolizing the rise of two enduring structures: The Powerhouse, a future hub for energy and innovation, and The Pathways, a network of roads and walkways that will shape campus life for generations. Held on the eve of Madame Esperanza Abellera Sabulao’s birthday, the event was steeped in Filipino tradition through barya sa lupa (coin offering) and padugo (blood ritual) to bless the land. The milestone was made possible through the unwavering support of CMC’s active and supportive stakeholders, including the Board of Directors, Principals, Deans, Program Heads, Institute and Center Heads, Administrators, Faculty Members, and Student Leaders, whose unity and commitment reflect the strength of the CMC community.Dr. Victor G. Quiambao Jr., Vice President for Administration, presented the CMC Annex Campus Development Plan, a strategic and sustainable vision featuring an Academic Core, a Student Life Zone, and expansive Open Fields. Every structure will dedicate 10% of its footprint to green space. Aligned with SDGs 4, 9, 11, 13, and 15, the plan ensures that CMC’s growth is both future-ready and environmentally responsible. A dedication plaque unveiled on site immortalized Madame Sabulao’s vision: “In the hearts of the youth, education ignites a flame, illuminating paths of hope and boundless possibilities.”This is more than a groundbreaking. It is a shared promise. With purpose in its foundation and people at its core, CMC calls on future leaders to CHOOSE CMC, where legacy inspires progress and education is built to last.By: Erolle Linus T. MirandaCMC Center for Marketing and StrategicCommunications Officer  #ChooseCMC #PowerOfEsperanza #IlluminatingHope #LegacyInLight #GreenCampusPH #SDGAligned #RoarCMCLions

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Published by: Desiree Gayramara

Date published: Jul 22, 2025

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Central Mindanao Colleges Joins the Philippine Halal Trade and Tourism Expo 2025

Central Mindanao Colleges proudly participated in the Davao Global Halal Academic Forum 2025, a major feature of the 10th Philippine Halal Trade and Tourism Expo (PHTTE) held at the SMX Convention Center, SM Lanang, Davao City. This international event served as a vital platform for advancing discussions on halal innovation, ethics, and sustainability among educators, students, industry leaders, and policymakers from the Philippines and abroad. Organized in conjunction with Duaw Davao (Visit Davao), one of the city’s flagship events, the expo showcased halal-certified and halal-friendly products and services across various sectors, including food, cosmetics, medicine, tourism, and technology. Activities included trade exhibits, business networking, halal cooking demonstrations, a modest fashion show, free medical services, and academic engagements. The CMC delegation—composed of students and a faculty member—actively participated in the academic forum, representing the institution in roundtable discussions, lectures, and youth-led presentations. These sessions tackled critical themes such as halal accreditation through science and technology, youth leadership, cultural preservation, and responsible innovation. The event strongly aligned with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly:  • SDG 4: Quality Education – Promoting inclusive learning through knowledge exchange • SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – Supporting advancements in halal-related technologies • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Encouraging ethical and sustainable practices • SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – Enhancing collaboration across countries and sectors For Central Mindanao Colleges, this engagement provided meaningful exposure to global best practices in halal systems and highlighted the role of academic institutions in fostering ethical development and intercultural understanding. The Consulate-General of Malaysia in Davao, a proud collaborator in the forum, emphasized the importance of international partnerships in elevating global halal standards. With ASEAN emerging as a key hub for halal trade and innovation, the forum affirmed the region’s shared commitment to harmonizing tradition with progress and enterprise with ethical leadership. By bringing together changemakers, the forum set out to: • Drive innovation through collaborative halal research and education • Empower institutions to implement value-based and culturally grounded programs • Inspire youth to promote sustainability, equity, and social responsibility in their communitiesThe Davao Global Halal Academic Forum 2025 demonstrated how academic and industry cooperation can shape a future where inclusive growth and ethical leadership go hand in hand. #HalalPhilippines #PHTTE2025 #DavaoGlobalHalalForum #HalalInnovation #HalalEducation #CMCGoesGlobal #CentralMindanaoColleges #SDGs #InclusiveDevelopment #DuawDavao #HalalTradeAndTourism #YouthForHalal #MindanaoYouth #MalaysiaMadani #HalalMalaysia#CMCandBeyond#CMCLions #RoarLions

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Published by: Desiree Gayramara

Date published: Jul 10, 2025

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