Go Negosyo begins search for outstanding OFW entrepreneurs

MANILA, Philippines —  Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who founded businesses in the Philippines are encouraged to share their success stories through the 2024 Inspiring Balik-Bayan Awards.

Organized by Go Negosyo, the annual award celebrates the achievements of entrepreneur OFWs and fosters entrepreneurial aspirations.

The Inspiring Balik-Bayan Awards will be held on Dec. 7 at the SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City.

Industry leaders and entrepreneurs will attend discussions and learning sessions.

OFWs and their families can attend free on-site mentorship sessions with Go Negosyo mentors for their current or planned businesses.

Plenary sessions will also be held for OFWs who want to establish or grow their businesses.

Former entrepreneur OFWs will share the challenges they encountered in establishing businesses overseas. Returning OFWs will also share how they reintegrated into the country as entrepreneurs.

Content creation and social media use for business growth will be discussed.

Companies offering business opportunities and financing options will be featured at exhibitor booths at the venue.

“Balik-Bayan is a platform to provide business opportunities and foster investment matches for OFWs, encouraging them toward entrepreneurship and ensuring that their hard work and resources are put to productive and profitable use,” said Go Negosyo founder Joey Concepcion.

In 2023, 13 entrepreneur OFWs and their families were given the Inspiring Balik-Bayan Award in special categories, including Inspiring Balik-Bayan-Turned-Entrepreneur, Inspiring Balik-Bayan-Turned-Influencer, Inspiring Balik-Bayan Creative Artist and a special award for Inspiring Balik-Bayan Family.

Applicants to the Inspiring Balik-Bayan Awards must be active, former or retired OFWs aged 18 and above, with documentation of their businesses.

Interested parties may register at https://bit.ly/BALIK-BAYANAwards2024.

The deadline for submission of entries is on Nov. 20.