Twenty Grade 12 ABM students representing UP High School in Iloilo participated as delegates in the 5th Northern Philippines Business Research Conference with the theme “Business Beyond Boundaries: Navigating the Future of Research and Innovation.” The event formally commenced on the 29th of February until the 1st of March at Angeles University Foundation, Angeles City, Pampanga, where approximately 500 delegates gathered to attend and present their respective research papers.
The 5th Northern Philippines Business Research Conference, organized by Northwestern University and the Angeles University Foundation, is an international conference designed to provide multiple researchers to showcase their studies in the fields of business, entrepreneurship, general management, operations management, marketing management, and financial management.
During the first day of the conference, a seminar was held for the participants about the importance of research and to encourage them to write and conduct more studies that would be beneficial in the development of knowledge in society. On the second day, the presenters were given the time to discuss and talk about their research. They were divided according to topics that are relevant to each other. The audience was also given a chance to ask questions to the presenters. Overall, it was an interactive learning experience for all the conference participants.
A collection of research studies was presented during the conference including:
Factors Influencing Out-Of-Home Coffee Consumption
Presented by Marco Krisstov Belencion, Kaesha Mae Celiz, Angel Conte, John Cristofer Lipa, Andrew Joaquin Mabilog, Hyacinth Claire Sulit, and Araeanah Lei Ombiga.
Unveiling Iloilo Snacking Habits: Investigation into Snacking Habits and the Landscapes for Profitable Business Pursuits
Presented by Jaymar Davila, Kenneth Hans Delmo, Matt Simone Diana, Revenel Gerene Montaño, Richard Giovanne Rosal, Alyzza Gale Sariego, and Eleazar Sarmiento III.
Determinants of Food Delivery Services Usage among Iloilo City Residents: The Effects of Socio-Demographics and Situational Factors
Presented by: Nile Joseph Araneta, Ashley Fuentebella, Jeareene Therese Loredo, Romelle Lorin Memoria, Cheska Nicole Oviedo, and Joane Yzabelle Yabillo.
The presenters were accompanied by Dr. Reynold Tan, the adviser for Integrated Research Apprenticeship 12.
