๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐, ๐๐๐๐ โ Cebu Technological University (CTU) is paving the way for agri-aqua innovation through a new partnership through incubation with ๐๐๐๐ง๐๐ฐ๐๐ค๐ ๐๐จ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ก๐จ๐ฉ, a rising Cebu-based business owned by Mr. James Ford S. Forney.
This engagement was initiated and organized by CTU’s ATBI-IPTBM team, composed of Dr. Mario P. Rebucas Jr., Engr. Naomi A. Bajao, Mr. Jessie Cole, and Ms. Sheila Mae C. Edoloverio, in close coordination with CTU Faculty Technology Generators Dr. Francis Dindo G. De Lara and Dr. Receil Ann T. Cullano.
This initiative is part of CTUโs Agri-Aqua Technology Business Incubation (ATBI) Program, under the Regional Agri-Aqua Innovation System Enhancement (RAISE) program in Central Visayas. The ATBI program empowers startups through mentorship, resource access, and commercialization support, fostering sustainable agri-aqua ventures.
During the meeting, the team emphasized how the ATBI program supports startups in scaling their operations. Key discussions included:
Technology Transfer & Commercialization โ Experts shared strategies for bringing innovations to market.
Intellectual Property Management โ Best practices for protecting and licensing innovations.
Market Entry Approaches โ Tailored guidance to help businesses navigate competitive landscapes.
With this partnership, ๐๐๐๐ง๐๐ฐ๐๐ค๐ ๐๐จ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ก๐จ๐ฉ gains access to cutting-edge research and business strategies, positioning it for sustainable growth. CTU continues to bridge academia and industry, fostering a new wave of agri-aqua entrepreneurs in Central Visayas.