The SILLAG Region 1 Startup Consortium conducted a benchmarking activity with ISAT U KWADRA Technology Business Incubator (TBI), the lead TBI of UMWAD Western Visayas, on September 23, 2026, at the Western Visayas Regional Innovation Hub (iHub), Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U).
The activity provided a platform for the exchange of practices, experiences, and insights on technology transfer, technology commercialization, and startup ecosystem development. Discussions highlighted approaches and strategies in startup incubation, partnership development, program implementation, and the provision of ecosystem support for emerging entrepreneurs and innovators.
As the lead TBI of UMWAD Western Visayas, ISAT U KWADRA TBI shared its experiences and initiatives in nurturing startups and supporting the commercialization of innovations. The benchmarking activity also enabled the SILLAG Region 1 Startup Consortium to gain insights that may contribute to strengthening its own startup incubation and innovation support mechanisms.
Beyond knowledge sharing, the activity served as an avenue for both consortia to identify potential areas for collaboration and strengthen linkages in advancing regional innovation and entrepreneurship.
The engagement underscores the importance of collaboration and knowledge exchange among innovation stakeholders in building a more connected and supportive startup ecosystem. Through benchmarking initiatives such as this, participating organizations can learn from established practices, explore collaborative opportunities, and contribute to the growth of innovation-driven enterprises in their respective regions.
The activity reflects ISAT U’s continuing commitment to strengthening its role in technology transfer, innovation, entrepreneurship, and startup development, while fostering partnerships that contribute to a dynamic and sustainable regional innovation ecosystem.
