NEMSU TBI

27/08/2026

22/04/2026

The innovation doesn't stop! 🚀 A tremendous shout-out to our SULIGAW TBI startups for representing NEMSU with excellence at National Innovation Day 2026. From revolutionizing agriculture with Team AgriSell (represented by Ryan Aguirre) to boosting tourism through Team Lumadlakbay (represented by John Lloyd Legario), our entrepreneurs are proving that NEMSU solutions are ready for the market. We are proud to have participated alongside a diverse pool of startups from SUCs across the region!

22/04/2026

🎉 Big Win for Team AbiListo! 🏆
We are incredibly proud to announce that Team AbiListo from NEMSU-Cantilan Campus has secured 2nd Place in the Circular Economy (Student Category) at the DRRM and Circular Economy AI Hackathon!

A special commendation goes to Mart Sthary Reyes, who brilliantly represented the team as the Lead Pitcher during the competition, effectively showcasing the team's innovative AI solution to the panel of experts.

The Brilliant Minds of Team AbiListo:
• 🎤 Mart Sthary Reyes (Pitcher/Representative)
• 💡 Ashley Duhaylungsod (Marketing Specialist)
• 💡 Ryan Alas (Developer/Product Specialist)

This high-stakes competition was held during the National Innovation Day 2026, hosted by DOST-Caraga at Caraga State University (CSU). Our team went head-to-head with some of the brightest minds in the region, showcasing how Artificial Intelligence can drive a more sustainable, waste-free future.
The faces of innovation

A special salute goes to their dedicated mentor of Team AbiListo, Mr. Joel S. Gracia. Your hard work, late-night coding sessions, and dedication to circularity have truly paid off. You’ve proven that innovation isn't just about tech—it's about making a real impact.

🤝 Special Recognition
We also want to celebrate the spirit of innovation shown by our other participating teams:
• DRRM Category
Student Category -Team eyeSOS (NEMSU-Lianga Campus):
1. Earl Dominic V. Ado (Pitcher/Developer)
2. Cathe Cosette Alsado (Product Specialist)
3. Joshua Alacida John Lloyd Legario (Developer)
Coach: Gene Boy Pitos, II | Ryan Aguirre

Faculty Category -Team ResQMap (NEMSU-Main Campus):
1. Virgilio F. Tuga, Jr. - Developer
2. Edelyn Bautista (Pitcher)
3. Vincent Acosta - Developer

•Circular Economy-Team NautiLink (Faculty Category):
1. Nerissa L. Baradillo - Product Specialist
2. Eddie S. Cenita -(Pitcher/Developer)
3. Claire Nicole E. Bacat- Developer/

A Legacy of Support
This achievement is a tribute to the visionary leadership of the NEMSU Administration. We extend our heartfelt thanks to University President Dr. Nemesio G. Loayon, VP for Research and Extension Dr. Rolly Salvalleon, and the Campus Directors of Tandag, Lianga, and Cantilan.

We also express our sincere gratitude to the key university officials and administrative offices whose vital support in the approval of travel and logistics made our participation possible. Your commitment to fostering a culture of excellence provides the foundation that allows our students and faculty to shine on the regional stage

A special shout-out to our SULIGAW TBI Team! Thank you for your tireless efforts in facilitating and coordinating our participation. Your work behind the scenes ensured our innovators had everything they needed to succeed.

Thank you, DOST-Caraga and Caraga State University, for providing a stage for these brilliant minds to shine.

02/03/2026

DOST Caravan.

02/03/2026

NEMSU TBI's first reverse pitching event. Thank you, DOST, ma'am ShoB, DA-Butuan, for the support! See you in the upcoming demo day.

23/02/2026

TBI Unit Manual Review

04/08/2025

A Proud Win for Innovation and Teamwork!

Congratulations to the Technology Business Incubator (TBI) team of North Eastern Mindanao State University (NEMSU) for securing 3rd place in the Elev8PH Startup Challenge: Hack4Smarter Butuan- an event organized by DOST that spotlighted AI-enabled solutions for a smarter, more innovative Butuan City! Held last July 30, 2025 at Robinsons Butuan City.

Among 6 competitive entries from HEIs and SUCs across Caraga, Team NEMSU TBI stood out with their compelling pitch:
LANTAW.AI – “Where vision and location meet success.”

The team behind this innovation are:
Mr. Ryan G. Alas, Pitcher – NEMSU Cantilan Campus
Mr. John Mark T. Cabero, Developer – NEMSU Tagbina Campus
Mr. Carl El Cedrik T. Rebosura, Developer – NEMSU Tandag Campus
Mr. Joel S. Gracia, Coached - NEMSU Cantilan Campus

This milestone reflects the team’s creativity, grit, and the spirit of collaboration across NEMSU campuses empowered by effective mentoring and a shared vision for smart solutions.

We are proud of your achievement, Team NEMSU! Keep pushing boundaries and turning bold ideas into impactful realities.