By Karren Jay G. Asgar

ACE-CPU launched Entrep Week 2025: Future Founders Fair on April 22, 2025, with a two-day showcase of student-run businesses at the walkway between Dr. Alfonso Uy Student Union Building and Roblee Hall.

On April 22, 2025, the Association of Collegiate Entrepreneurs – Central Philippine University (ACE-CPU) officially launched the Entrep Week 2025: Future Founders Fair, opening a two-day showcase of student-run businesses located at the walkway between Dr. Alfonso Uy Student Union Building and Roblee Hall.

The fair features 15 local student entrepreneurs offering a diverse range of products, from food and beverages to fashion and lifestyle merchandise.

“I think it’s a great opportunity since there’s no need to pay rent. If you have a product to sell and the time to invest, all you need to do is provide the items, and you can start earning right away,” said Ariane Sutacio, a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Business Management student and owner of Arie Arts.

The said local student entrepreneurs were composed of the following: Yogi, Sleek Closet, Scoops & Shave, Oh Meggie, Marge & Therese, KCW Frappe, Eve’s Garden Studio, Egg-Citing Deli, Closet for Me, CJ’s Tasty Home Sweets, Churros, Arie Arts, Dusty Finds, Kathie’s Boutique, and Jacky’s KPOP Merchandise.

One of the booths at the Future Founders Fair, Arie Arts, featured Ariane Sutacio (center) alongside her colleagues Sherry Jane F. Poblador (right) and Nathaniel Angel P. Ballener (left).

“In terms of potential, the College of Business and Accountancy offers courses that can lead you into almost any field. So, if you’re a student who’s still unsure about which path to take in the future, this college is a great place to explore. Its programs are widely applicable—especially in business—and over time, the knowledge and skills you gain from CBA prove useful in many aspects of daily life,” Sutacio added.

This event highlights CBA’s focus on helping students develop their entrepreneurial skills by giving them the chance to showcase their businesses. It shows how the college supports students in using what they learn in real-life situations, encouraging creativity and practical experience.

The CPU College Aptitude Test (CPUCAT) is now open for admissions for students interested in programs such as Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Financial Management, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Marketing Management, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Human Resource Management, Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship, and Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting at the CPU College of Business and Accountancy. For more information, kindly access this link: https://cpu.edu.ph/cpu-college-aptitude-test-cpucat/