From agri summits to startup expos, this two-month celebration proves Iloilo means business.
Iloilo just leveled up. The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Iloilo Chapter, Inc. (PCCI Iloilo) is going all in this year with Iloilo Business Month 2025—a two-month powerhouse lineup of events running from July 1 to August 29 that puts innovation, impact, and inclusive growth front and center. With the theme “Empowering Possibilities, Elevating Progress,” the campaign sets out to strengthen Iloilo’s growing reputation as the business capital of Western Visayas.
From summits to expos, forums to networking nights, Iloilo Business Month is where big ideas meet bold movers. Here’s what to watch out for:
Western Visayas Business Conference and Expo
🗓️ July 1–2 | Grand Xing Imperial Hotel
A regional convergence of government leaders, startup founders, business chambers, and innovators. Think big talks on inclusive growth, tech-driven solutions, and public-private collabs.
PCCI Iloilo Academy
🗓️ July 4 | Muelle Deli and Restaurant
A leadership bootcamp with a side of mindset reset. It’s all about transforming Iloilo’s business leaders from the inside out.
PCCI Iloilo Businesserye
🗓️ July 16 | Online
Get your inspo fix. This video series dives into real stories of Ilonggo businesses making waves in their communities.
Iloilo Coffee Festival 2025
🗓️ July 18 | Courtyard by Marriott Iloilo
Western Visayas’ biggest business summit brings together top names like Boy Abunda, Dom Hernandez, Kislay Chandra, and Roel Castro for a full day of insights and inspiration. Theme: “Innovate, Integrate, Elevate.” You’ll want to take notes.
Innovators Summit
🗓️ July 31–August 2 | Grand Xing Imperial Hotel
Three days. Dozens of trailblazers. Endless opportunities. Founders, investors, and future builders gather to talk game-changing ideas with speakers from Aboitiz InfraCapital, Go Negosyo, and more.
Coffee Moments: Industry Business Matching
🗓️ August 9 | Vermillion Hotel Iloilo
This laid-back networking session (co-presented by Sun Life) is perfect for sparking partnerships and good convos—over coffee, of course.
Agrinnovate 2.0
🗓️ August 25–29 | Iloilo Provincial Capitol
A major push for modern agribusiness. Agrinnovate 2.0 brings together farmers, agripreneurs, and experts to reimagine Iloilo’s agri-future.
Iloilo Trio Events 2025
🗓️ July 17–20 | Iloilo Convention Center
This triple-header expo features PhilBex Iloilo, MafBex Iloilo, and TLex Iloilo—massive trade shows spotlighting construction, food tourism, and lifestyle industries. Powered by Worldbex Services International.
As the Iloilo Business Month unfolds, one thing’s clear: this isn’t just about economics—it’s about creating meaningful change across industries. Iloilo is proving that with the right partnerships, bold ideas, and community-driven innovation, the future of business in the region is only getting brighter.