“Faculty and Staff from TLC Explore Turning Passion into Business at Mentorship Seminar”

Faculty and selected staff from The Lewis College (TLC), undergo active mentorship on turning passion into a business, through a seminar on “Total Quality Management and Developing a Small Business”, held on January 11, 2025, at TLC AVR.

The key speaker of the seminar was, Dr. Jeffrey Siegel, the founder and president of Go Global Ministries, an international non-profit organization certified by ECFA. Go Global Ministries is an organization that combines collective expertise in professional sports, business, education, medicine, management, and logistical transportation to share the message of hope to underprivileged children and families. The discussion gave the participants an overview of total quality management, allowing faculty to experience first-hand information from an expert.

In an interview, Ms. Janela Bautista Franco, Associate Dean of the College of Business Education (CBE), shared that the seminar emphasized the importance of building a small business from a foundation of passion and love for what you do. She also highlighted that having a mentor to guide you through the entrepreneurial journey is essential in successfully growing and developing your business.

Overall, the forum aims to equip faculty with practical ideas and techniques for business management. Thanks to TLC Admin and SASO Coordinators for organizing the seminar.

Student leaders from The Lewis College (TLC) actively participate in the Bicol Young Leaders Summit, at the Ateneo de Naga University Gymnasium on January 16-18, 2025.

The event was a tremendous success in bringing together student leaders from across the region for an enriching experience centered on collaboration, innovation, and leadership development. What began as a student-focused event expanded to include active participation from various universities and colleges, including Bicol University and Daraga Community College, fostering a spirit of unity and cooperation.

The summit provided invaluable opportunities for student leaders to learn, collaborate, and grow, strengthening their leadership skills and paving the way for a brighter future in Bicol. By fostering such collaboration and empowerment, the summit has made a lasting investment in the region’s future leadership, inspiring the next generation of leaders to continue driving positive change.

Main attendees from TLC include Ms. Kristine Maranon, Student Council President, Mr. Angelo Dometita, Student Council, VP together with TLC’s Student Affairs and Services Office (SASO) Coordinator, Mr. John Michael Erlano and SASO Director, Ms. Pamela Blanco.