TLE Craft: Booth-a-Palooza

I.                   IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

·         Title of the Activity: TLE Craft: Booth-a-Palooza

·         Proponents/s: TLEaders’ League

Administrative

Ø  JOEBERT  BIÑAN – Chairman

Ø  MERRY JOYCE SOLATORIO – Co-Head

Finance and Audit Committee

Ø  SHIELA MAE BASILIA – Chairman

Ø  MERLANGEL JACOB – Co-Head

Ways and Means Committee

Ø  JOHANN JOSH SALCEDO – Chairman

Ø  YZZER YHANNE LALAGUNA – Co-Head

Ø  KRISTINE ESPARRAGUERRA – Member

Creatives Committee

Ø ROGELIO FIRAZA

Ø YZZER YHANNE LALAGUNA

Ø MERLANGEL JACOB

Documentation

Ø  JAELA ANTE

Ø  JOHANN JOSH SALCEDO

·         Partner Organizations (if any): N/A

·         Venue/Platform: In front of BU Polangui Gymnasium

·         Actual Number of Participants: 32 (members and officers)

·         Funding Requirements: Php 1,216.00

II.                OUTCOMES

·         During the event, we faced a few challenges, such as the delayed arrival of our tent, but we were still able to set up quickly and display all our products. The booth was lively and enjoyable because our members were active and enthusiastic. We had good sales, especially in pins, cinnamon rolls, and the temporary tattoos provided by the Computer Studies Department. On the first day, our sales reached 23 cinnamon rolls, 1 key chain, and 80 pins.

·         On the last day of the booth display, which was the second day of the event, all cinnamon rolls were sold out, while many pins and key chains were still left. Additionally, we completed the audit of our sales and profit. The good sales showed that many students were interested in our products. Overall, the activity was indeed successful and enjoyable, showing the teamwork and effort of the members involved.

III.             OVERVIEW OF THE ACTIVITY

CBO EXPO 2025: Booth-a-Palooza is a three-day event set for October 1-3, 2025, that aims to showcase the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of college-based organizations (CBOs). As part of the Project Incubation Program (PIP), or Project O (Orbit), the expo provides organizations with the space to present their projects, products, and initiatives in a way that highlights both innovation and practicality. It is envisioned as an avenue where CBOs can gain support for their activities while promoting meaningful and sustainable contributions to the student community.

The expo responds to the financial challenges that many organizations encounter when implementing their plans. By offering opportunities for income generation through booth exhibitions, and by encouraging collaboration, partnerships, and sponsorships, the event helps CBOs secure the resources needed to carry out their projects. This not only ensures the continuity of student-led initiatives but also fosters stronger ties among organizations as they learn to share strategies, exchange ideas, and build connections within the university.

More than a fundraising activity, Booth-a-Palooza serves as a training ground for student leaders to develop practical skills in entrepreneurship, leadership, and event management. The experience of planning and running a booth prepares them for future challenges, both in organizational work and beyond the university. At the same time, the event cultivates a culture of collaboration and creativity, reminding students that their collective efforts can create a lasting impact. In this way, the expo supports the vision of Project O: projects that are well-prepared, sustainable, and meaningful for the entire community.

This activity aims to attain the following:

1.      To demonstrate entrepreneurial skills by offering practical, marketable, and profitable products and services.

2.      To create an engaging booth experience that encourages active participation and interaction with the audience.

3.      To promote teamwork among BTLEd students while working together to achieve a common goal.

4.      To give student leaders in our organization practical experience in entrepreneurship, project management, and event organization.

5.      To strengthen the organization’s visibility and impact within the school community by showcasing its initiatives and capabilities.

IV.             KEY RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

HIGHLIGHTS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Our booth was successfully launched on October 1, 2025, marking strong start to the CBO Expo 2025. We established four partnerships­ – three with the Teacher Education Department and one with the Computer Studies Department, which contributed to the efficiency and creativity of our operations.

On the first day, our sales reached 23 cinnamon rolls, 1 key chain, and 80 pins. By the second day, we sold an additional 50 cinnamon rolls, 20 pins, and 3 key chains. By the end of the event, all cinnamon rolls were sold out, while many pins and key chains were still left. The good sales showed that many students were interested in our products.

Additionally, our booth had a dart game, which became one of the main attractions. Many students joined and enjoyed playing, but only a few won the prize. Since we worked with the Computer Studies Department, their students also helped us sell their products and added their profit to our IGP. Their support made our booth more active and helped us earn more.

Overall, our booth was well-managed and successful. Our teamwork, partnerships, and active participation helped make the event a success.

CHALLENGES AND SOLUTION

The preparation for our Intramurals booth have met several challenges that tested our team’s resilience and resourcefulness. One of the challenges that we faced was the limited manpower available during the preparation. Many team members were simultaneously committed to various organizations, which constrained their availability for booth related tasks. This was particularly felt in the design and creation of booth decorations, where progress was slower than anticipated due to divided attention and scheduling conflicts. The overlap organizational responsibilities meant that only a few of our members, could help in making booth designs during the preparation. Another problem that we faced was the delayed arrival of the tent for the booth. Some members stayed at the campus until 8 pm in the evening hoping to find a tent. We even thought of giving up due to failure of finding a tent because it is impossible to set up without a tent as it was essential for providing shelter and defining our booth space.

Despite of the problems we faced, we remain optimistic. We were able to overcome them through resilience, resourcefulness, and with the help and support of BTLED-ICT 2. To address the limited manpower, I sought help from BTLED-ICT 2, and they helped us prepare and complete the materials needed for our booth. Their support made the work easier and faster. As for the delayed arrival of the tent, even though it was delayed, we managed to set it up right away with the help of the members and officers of the organization. Through cooperation, teamwork, and quick action, we were able to finish our booth successfully despite the problems we encountered.