Iloilo Business Month 2025

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Iloilo Chapter, Inc. (PCCI Iloilo) highlights ‘Iloilo Business Month’ – a series of programs from July 01 to August 29 centered on inclusive growth and innovation – positioning Iloilo as the business capital of Western Visayas.

With the theme ‘Empowering Possibilities, Elevating Progress’, the Iloilo Business Month is the premier convergence of industry, innovation, and impact in Iloilo. The theme reflects Iloilo’s commitment to innovation, leadership, and collaboration across sectors.

“From breakthrough summits and innovation expos to leadership sessions and grassroots agri-forums—this two-month celebration led by PCCI Iloilo is all about empowering possibilities and elevating progress,” said Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Iloilo Chapter Inc.

Iloilo Business Month 2025 – Calendar of Activities

Here are flagship events that define Iloilo Business Month.

Western Visayas Business Conference and Expo

Grand Xing Imperial Hotel

July 01 to 02, 2025

The Western Visayas Business Conference and Expo (WV-Bizcon) 2025 champions innovation and regional growth, bringing together leaders from the public and private sectors, development institutions, business chambers, startups, and grassroots organizations. The event serves as a platform for aligning regional priorities with innovation, inclusive development, and public private collaboration.

The event is spearheaded by the Regional Development Council (RDC) Region VI, Department of Trade and Industry Region VI, and PCCI Iloilo.

PCCI Iloilo Academy

Muelle Deli and Restaurant

July 04, 2025

The PCCI Iloilo Academy centers on personal leadership and mindset transformation, a testament to the chamber’s commitment to developing bold and driven leaders in Iloilo.

PCCI Iloilo Businesserye

July 16, 2025

The PCCI Iloilo Businesserye, a video storytelling series, shares stories of businesses that made an impact in the community.

Iloilo Coffee Festival

Iloilo Convention Center

July 17 to 20, 2025

Iloilo Coffee Fest 2025, now on its third edition, promises to be the largest celebration of Iloilo’s thriving coffee culture. The festival aspires to establish Iloilo as a regional hub for coffee production and entrepreneurship, designed to bridge the gap between urban café culture and rural agricultural heritage, highlighting the complete coffee value chain from farm to cup.

Iloilo Trio Events 2025

Iloilo Convention Center | July 17 to 20, 2025

The Iloilo Trio Events 2025 is a powerful convergence of PhilBex Iloilo, MafBex Iloilo, and TLex Iloilo – flagship trade shows by Worldbex Services International, a leading exhibitions company, that bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from construction, food tourism, and lifestyle sectors. 

As Iloilo Business Month 2025 unfolds, PCCI Iloilo reaffirms its commitment to driving inclusive, innovative, and sustainable growth—positioning Iloilo at the heart of Western Visayas’ economic transformation.

What’s Up Western Visayas 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Iloilo

July 18, 2025

What’s Up Western Visayas 2025, the biggest business gathering in Western Visayas, highlights the journey of business gamechangers – from purpose-driven enterprises to scaling startups. 

With the theme ‘Innovate, Integrate, Elevate: Powering Western Visayas for the Future’, the event will gather powerhouse leaders Boy Abunda, the King of Talk; Dom Hernandez, Operating Partner of Kaya Founders; Kislay Chandra, Chief Operating Officer of Sprout Solutions; Prof Xavier Alpasa, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Rags2Riches; Nicki Agcaoili, Chief Country Executive of Carelon Global Solutions Philippines; Oscar Bulaong Jr., PhD, Professor of Ateneo Graduate School of Business; and Roel Z. Castro, President and Chief Executive Officer of More Electric and Power Corporation.

Innovators Summit

Grand Xing Imperial Hotel

July 31 to August 02, 2025

The Innovators Summit is a flagship gathering of founders, investors, and future builders – a premier platform to showcase solutions, connect with industry leaders, and drive meaningful impact.

Industry trailblazers are set to grace the event – Cosette Canilao, President and Chief Executive Officer of Aboitiz InfraCapital; Lars Hajslund, JCI World President 2006, International Trainer and Speaker; James Anthony Lim, Sales and Marketing Expert, Former University of Asia and the Pacific Marketing Professor; and Luzmar Gabor, MSME Innovation Consultant, GIMI Professional, and Go Negosyo Coach, among other speakers.

Coffee Moments: Industry Business Matching

Vermillion Hotel Iloilo

August 09, 2025

Coffee Moments: Industry Business Matching is a networking session co-presented by Sun Life that aspires to foster collaboration.

Agrinnovate 2.0

Iloilo Provincial Capitol

August 25 to 29, 2025

Agrinnovate 2.0 is a summit that intends to boost agribusinesses. The activity is set to unite farmers, agripreneurs, industry leaders, and innovators to shape the future of Iloilo’s agricultural landscape.

About Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Iloilo Chapter, Inc.

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Iloilo Chapter, Inc. is a non stock, non profit, and non government business organization that serves as the voice of the business community and independent forum for the development of the business landscape in the Province and City of Iloilo.