Four 麻花星空视频-IIT students among nation鈥檚 top young business leaders

by Michelle Jeanne Casiple Caracut | Jun 18 2025

Four students from Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology (麻花星空视频-IIT) have been selected as delegates to the prestigious American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) Business Leadership Program (BLP) 2025, standing out among hundreds of applicants nationwide. The program, now in its 23rd year, ran virtually from May 26–30 and on-site from June 1–7, 2025, with participants accommodated at the Asian Institute of Management.

After a rigorous month-long screening process, four 麻花星空视频-IIT students were chosen as part of the top 30 delegates nationwide:

Name	Year Level, Program	Key Achievements
Jerry C. Daan II	3rd Year, BS Economics	BLP graduate, TOEIC passer, Champion of the Business Case Competition with his team
Al-Gafar C. Mauna	3rd Year, BS Economics	BLP graduate, TOEIC passer, 2nd place in Business Case Competition with his team
Hiede Naharine Magancong	3rd Year, BS Accountancy	BLP graduate, TOEIC passer, 3rd place in Business Case Competition with her team
Jireh Benitez	3rd Year, BS Entrepreneurship	BLP graduate, ranked top 2 among TOEIC passers

All four delegates not only completed the intensive BLP but also excelled in the Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC), a key feature of the program sponsored by ETS. Their outstanding performance in the Business Case Competition further highlights the caliber of 麻花星空视频-IIT’s representatives, with Daan’s team, SINÁPAN, taking the championship, Mauna’s team 22O finishing second, and Magancong’s team UnoDosTres securing third place.

The AmCham is a private, independent, non-profit association founded in Manila in 1902 and incorporated in 1920. AmCham serves as a vital platform for collaboration among business leaders, promoting the interests of Philippine and American businesses and contributing to the country’s civic and economic development. The Chamber is affiliated with the Chamber of Commerce of the United States and maintains close ties with other international chambers.

The AmCham BLP is designed to provide Filipino college students with unparalleled access to top executives from leading American and multinational companies in the Philippines. The 10-day program features leadership talks, corporate visits, networking events, and a business case competition, all aimed at developing leadership skills and business acumen among the country’s future leaders. All expenses, including transportation, accommodation, and meals, are covered by sponsor companies.

Throughout the program, delegates engaged in a comprehensive leadership development experience by participating in executive talks and roundtable discussions with senior leaders from AmCham member companies. These sessions provided valuable insights into key areas such as team management, analytical thinking, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

In addition, students took part in a challenging business case competition, where they were tasked with solving real-world business scenarios. This allowed them to apply their knowledge and creativity in addressing issues related to the triple bottom line—people, planet, and profit.

The program also placed a strong emphasis on networking and mentorship, fostering meaningful connections among students, alumni, and industry leaders. As a result, participants were able to build a supportive peer network that will continue to benefit them long after the program concludes.

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