‘Selection of 2025 Outstanding MSMEs begins; Nominations now open’ – DTI-Kalinga

Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Department of Trade and Industry welcomes nominations for the 2025 Presidential Awards recognizing Outstanding Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and Outstanding Development Partners in the country.

 According to the DTI-Kalinga, the national awards seek to honor outstanding MSMEs whose resilience, leadership, and forward-thinking approaches have significantly contributed to local and national economic development.

At the same time, it acknowledges development partners – such as public institutions, private organizations, and NGOs-whose invaluable support and initiatives have helped empower and uplift the MSME sector.

The purpose of the award is to provide a spotlight on those making a meaningful impact in the industry and beyond, while also encouraging others to pursue business excellence and foster collaborative efforts for nation-building.

In its Facebook post, the DTI-Kalinga cited that the nominations for said awards are open until May 16. Interested individuals and organizations who want to nominate may download the official nomination forms and awards briefer at https://tinyurl.com/2025PresAwardsNomination.

Completed nominations, together with all accompanying documents, must be sent via email to PresidentialAwards@dti.gov.ph.

For additional details or questions, you can reach the Presidential Awards and Recognition Secretariat at the same email or visit the provincial DTI office located at Lua Building, Provincial Road, Dagupan Weste, Tabuk City.

“We invite nominations for visionary entrepreneurs driving economic progress and dedicated partners empowering MSMEs. Let’s celebrate those making a real difference in the industry and beyond!” writes the agency.