By: Joe-el S. Marcelo
The University of the Cordilleras College of Business Administration (UC-CBA) is proud to announce that Team Navica has placed among the Top 10 Finalists in the College Category at the Disruptor X 2026 National Competition, besting over 305 entries nationwide!
The final round took place on May 25, 2026, at the Limketkai Luxe Hotel in Cagayan de Oro City.
Team Navica Delegates & Mentors:
- Student Delegates:
- Ms. Catherine M. Navarro
- Ms. Cassandra Arache C. Estrada
- Ms. Jazzmin Kate D. Sanchez
- Coach: Mr. Gabriel R. De Guzman
- Institutional Mentors: Mr. Anthony Vance B. Culaton, Ms. Joycelyn P. Ituriaga, and the UC Innovation and Technology Transfer Office (UC–InTTo) Mentors
This remarkable achievement stands as a testament to our students’ innovative capacity, grit, and academic rigor on a national stage. The university extends its deepest gratitude to the mentors and UC-InTTo for steering our student entrepreneurs toward national recognition. We look forward to witnessing the next chapters of Team Navica’s promising journey!
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
Team Navica’s national success reflects UC-CBA’s dedication to promoting innovation, quality education, and development-oriented enterprise:
- Goal 4: Quality Education
- Indicator 4.3.4: Education outreach activities beyond campus. Participating in competitive national platforms allows students to apply theoretical business models to real-world market challenges.
- Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Indicator 8.2.1: Promoting development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation. Empowering student innovators through incubation units like UC-InTTo builds the foundation for sustainable enterprise and regional development.
- Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- Indicator 9.5.1: Enhancing scientific research and upgrading technological capabilities of industrial sectors. Supporting student-led start-up concepts and competitive disruptive solutions drives market-ready innovation.
Photo Credits: Lorie Jane S. Regines | Gabriel R. De Guzman | Disruptor X Facebook Page
