Entrepreneurs' haven that is Tutuban Mall

MANILA, Philippines - If you want to put up your own business expecting modest results in terms of revenue and general cash flow, budding entrepreneurs—even micro entrepreneurs—need not look far. Tutuban Mall, that pioneering mall in the City of Manila, has become known as an entrepreneurs’ haven, given not just its strategic location but also its distinct identity as the mall that started it all with regard to affordable shopping amid a convenient and stress-free environment.

Aside from its location in the nation’s shopping district and a generally conducive shopping atmosphere, it is an ideal area wherein budding entrepreneurs can start their small business enterprise, given the fact that foot traffic of consumers who are there to shop is generally high, composed mostly of shoppers who look for affordably-priced and top-quality products.

Tenant management procedures at Tutuban Mall is also seen as entrepreneur-friendly, something that aspiring small businessmen usually look for when choosing a location for their first business endeavor. Tutuban Properties, Inc. (TPI), the company that operates Tutuban Mall, made sure that prospective tenants would not have a hard time becoming a Tutuban Mall tenant. Its enrolment procedures are absolutely hassle-free, with tenant management staff always ready to answer queries from potential tenants and provide supportive tenant services once the businessman opens shop at Tutuban Mall.

With this kind of conducive business environment, tenants enjoyed their decision to locate in Tutuban Mall. Even business-minded Overseas Filipino Workers and balikbayans who are on the lookout for investments for their hard-earned money are now looking at Tutuban Mall, specifically the now-famous and exciting Night Market. In fact, many OFWs are now operating their small businesses at the Tutuban Mall Night Market, and are encouraging their co-workers to do the same for their family’s future, knowing that they cannot work overseas and be away from their families forever.

The Tutuban Night Market has become the new talk of the town these days, primarily because of its ability to provide more shopping opportunity for those who can’t shop during the mall’s regular operating schedule. This was particularly effective and a welcome treat during the Christmas season shopping rush for those who wish to shop in a more relaxed and easy-going mindset.

So far, those who have invested on putting up their business at Tutuban Mall applaud their decision and definitely have no regrets. Glowing examples include Aficionado Germany Perfume of entrepreneur Joselito Cruz or simply “Joel Cruz,” now a top local perfume brand. There is also “Jewels,” a local fashion apparel brand and Napoleon Kid’s Wear, a locally-produced kid’s wear clothing line.

Joel Cruz is known for his entrepreneurial skills in the apparel industry who then created local perfume brand “Aficionado Germany Perfume” and is one of the original tenants at Tutuban Mall. Cruz is now involved not just in perfumery but also in apparel and personal care through his “Joel Cruz Signatures.”