The College of Business Administration (CBA) conducted the CBA Echo Session: Women in Motion on March 13, 2026, at MJF Hall, with the theme “Women Leading Quality, Integrity, and Continuous Improvement.” The activity formed part of the institution’s celebration of Women’s Month, highlighting the important contributions of women in leadership, education, and community engagement. The program commenced with the welcome remarks from the Vice President for Academic Affairs, who acknowledged the presence of participants from various colleges and emphasized the significance of recognizing women’s contributions across different sectors. The message underscored how women continue to play vital roles in shaping institutions, communities, and future leaders.
The event featured a series of echo sessions by faculty members, where they shared insights and key learnings from the seminars and trainings they had attended. The speakers included Khea Joy H. Botes, Marga L. Taganas, Dr. Jolly B. Mariacos, Dr. Cherrie Mae M. Manuel, and Jonalyn C. Geronimo. Their presentations highlighted themes on leadership, professional growth, quality assurance, and the importance of integrity and continuous improvement in academic and organizational settings.
The first speaker was Khea Joy H. Botes, who focused on the foundation of Lean Six Sigma, its importance, and how it is applied in modern practices today. She was able to interact with the students by giving examples and asking them to share their own ideas related to Lean concepts. The next speaker was Marga L. Taganas, who continued the discussion by focusing on Six Sigma. She emphasized the importance of quality control in every aspect of life. She also highlighted that by understanding the foundations of Lean Six Sigma, people can effectively solve problems and make their work more efficient. This was followed by Dr. Cherrie Mae M. Manuel, who discussed how to conduct research in the right way. She stressed the importance of ethics in research and provided valuable insights for students, especially those who are currently working on their research projects. As the program continued, Dr. Jolly B. Mariacos delivered her talk about online research tools. She encouraged students to become familiar with different tools used in research, such as searching and reviewing related literature, creating online surveys, and using free software for data analysis. Lastly, Jonalyn C. Geronimo delivered a talk related to the youth gathering she attended titled “From Innovation to Leadership.” In her speech, she highlighted the importance of leadership and emphasized that the youth are not only the leaders of tomorrow but are already the leaders of today.
An inspiring segment of the program was delivered by the extension partners from Barangay Purok 27, Irisan, namely Maribel W. Espada, Loreta E. Torchangon, Rose H. Decwacten, Magdalena H. Corse, and Annabelle K. Ramos. Their presence reflected the strong partnership between the college and the community in advancing women empowerment initiatives. During her message, Ms. Maribel W. Espada shared a meaningful reflection on the word WOMEN, describing it as Women of faith, Outstanding, Mother, Enduring, and Noble. Her message emphasized the strength, resilience, and nurturing roles that women embody within families and communities.
In recognition of their leadership and contributions to community development, the extension partners from Barangay Irisan were honored by the College of Business Administration through the awarding of certificates and tokens of appreciation as Women Leaders. This gesture acknowledged their dedication to service, empowerment, and community engagement.
The activity also aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 5: Gender Equality, which promotes the empowerment of women and girls, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, highlighting collaboration between academic institutions and communities in achieving sustainable development.
Overall, the CBA Echo Session: Women in Motion served as a meaningful platform for learning, reflection, and recognition, reinforcing the vital role of women in promoting quality, integrity, continuous improvement, and inclusive development both within the academic institution and in the broader community.