About Us

DOST - Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development
Western Mindanao State University
OVP – Research Extension Services & External Linkages
Research Development & Evaluation Center
Technology Business Incubator

Dr. Ma. Carla Ochotorena
President, WMSU

Dr. Joel G. Fernando
VP, RESEL

Dr. Reynante Autida
Project Leader, ATBI
Director, RDEC

Engr. Swidin Husin
Project Staff, ATBI
Associate Director, RDEC

Engr. Arvic Francisco
Unit Head, TBIU

Emilyn Varona
Project Technical Specialist, ATBI

Ria Mapula
Project Technical Assistant, ATBI

Abiegal Villamor
Admin Aide III
Clerk, TBIU

Ahmed Antao
Project Technical Assistant, ATBI

Rosalie Tan-Arcillas
Project Support Staff

Alfredo Montero
Project Support Staff

Leonilo Abella
TBI Coordinator

Gladess Pagal
TBI Coordinator

Mercelyn Tilus
Oyster Mushroom Expert

Arlyn Rebuza
Vermicast Expert

Mario Garan
ZNC Expert

Jerry Paul Caitum
Natural Lettuce Expert
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the WMSU technology business incubation for start-ups?
- The incubation program can be up to 2 years (maximum) for the basic incubation & 2 years (maximum) for the advanced incubation.
What do you require from a start-up to be incubated (admitted)?
- A sound technology-based business idea, a business pitch, and/or a business plan.
We already have an existing business; can we still be admitted for incubation?
- Yes, provided that the business idea is qualified for incubation support.
I have an innovative technology (with or without IP) for business venture/commercialization, how can TBIU help me put up my business?
-Your Intellectual Property should be protected. The WMSU TBIU, with the Innovation and Technology Support Office (ITSO), shall help you secure appropriate IP protection before commercialization. The TBIU will help you develop a plan and achieve your business goals through monitoring, consultations, access to the expert pool, and more. For your security, the TBIU and ITSO offices shall execute a Non-Disclosure Agreement with you regarding your technology from the start of the incubation program.
I already have undergone a lot of training in entrepreneurship, do I still have to go through the same training offered by the TBIU?
-No. Before admission as incubatee (pre-incubatee), a curriculum will be prepared for you with a list of relevant training course offerings. The applicant will only attend the training courses they chose from the start. The TBI manager will ask for copies of relevant training certificates you attended in the last three (3) years. Attendance to other TBI training not included in the incubatees curriculum shall be optional.
Questions? Let us Know
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Business Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm -
Contact Us
Phone: (062) 993 1314
Email: tbiu@wmsu.edu.ph -
Address
Ground Floor, Research Building,
WMSU, Zamboanga City

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