DELIVER Asia 2025 | 5-6 March 2025 | Photos

Deliver Events, the leading retail and supply chain matchmaking event, concluded its first Asian leg conference last March 5-6 in Singapore.

DELIVER's Deputy CEO Aurore Colella opened the event with welcome remarks and an introduction to the organization, its initiatives, and the two-day conference activities. The ECCP is proud to have attended and supported the event as a media partner!

Canela Reillo, ECCP Membership Officer, and Samantha Ferrer, ECCP Marketing and Communications Officer-in-Charge, attended the two-day event to engage and network with fellow participants and exhibitors from the retail, logistics, and supply chain industries.

Courtesy Visit to Singapore Members: KLM Air France, Kering, and Cegos | 4-7 March 2025 | Photos

From March 4-7, ECCP Membership Officer Canela Reillo and Marketing & Communications OIC Samantha Ferrer conducted a series of courtesy visits in Singapore to foster deeper collaboration with its foreign-based members.

The team met with KLM Air France, where discussions focused on strengthening collaboration, particularly in light of Air France’s upcoming resumption of direct flights to the Philippines. They also had the opportunity to present a copy of the 2025 Doing Business in the Philippines (DBIP) Guidebook to Stephanie Ip Cho, Southeast Asia & Oceania Regional B2C Marketing Manager, in recognition of Air France’s role as a publication partner.

At Kering, a global luxury group, the team were warmly welcomed by Mary Tso, Senior Counsel for Global Brand Enforcement. The meeting explored ways to maximize Kering’s engagement as a foreign-based ECCP member and identified potential collaborations on topics such as Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), a key area of advocacy for the Chamber.

They also visited Cegos, a leader in professional learning and development with a strong global presence, where they met with Learning Advisor & Business Development Manager Daryl Tan. Discussions revolved around workforce training, upskilling initiatives, and how Cegos’ expertise aligns with the evolving needs of businesses in the European-Philippine community.

These engagements reinforce the Chamber’s growing presence and efforts to foster partnerships for the ECCP community and the greater European business community in the Philippines.

5th ECCP Board Meeting for 2024-2025 | 19 March 2025 | Photo

On 19 March 2025, the ECCP Board of Directors gathered for the fifth board meeting of the term to review recent accomplishments and map out strategic priorities for the year ahead. ECCP President Paulo Duarte presented a report highlighting the Chamber’s recent feats, followed by discussions on industry updates with insights gleaned from recent advocacy committee meetings.

The meeting also covered the Chamber’s ongoing activities across its regional offices, plans for the upcoming Annual General Membership (AGM) meeting, and key initiatives aimed at growing ECCP's membership base and impact in the local and international business landscape.

In attendance from the ECCP (from L-R) were Industry and Government Affairs Manager Chienie Nethercott, Vice President Roman Menz, Director for Advocacy & Government Affairs Atty. Kathyrin Pioquinto, Director Jaime Urquijo, Executive Assistant Gigi De Leon, President Paulo Duarte, Vice President Dr. Diana Edralin, Executive Director Florian Gottein, Treasurer Mimi Concha, Director Albert Perez, Director Bernd Schneider, Director of Operations Gen Anaquita-Gatan, Director of Projects Gerry Constantino, Membership Officer Canella Reillo, and ECCP Director Juha-Pekka Hoikka.

Joining the meeting virtually were ECCP Director Rudy Abrahams and ECCP Assistant Corporate Secretary Atty. Peter Calimag.

As we move forward into the year, the ECCP remains committed to driving advocacy efforts and fostering stronger collaboration among its members and with partners in the European-Philippine business community.

ECCP pays courtesy visit to H.E Anna Ferry of the Embassy of Sweden in Manila | 19 March 2025 | Photo

Last March 19, ECCP President Paulo Duarte and Executive Director Florian Gottein met with Ambassador Anna Ferry, where the Chamber presented its 2025 Doing Business in the Philippines Guidebook. The ECCP also had the opportunity to discuss potential areas of strengthened cooperation between the two organizations to further bolster the business relationship between Sweden and the Philippines.

Also present at the meeting were ECCP Director for Advocacy & Government Affairs Atty. Kathyrin Pioquinto, Senior Trade Promotion Officer Giselle Yap, and Business Sweden Consultant Mae Balandan.

Meralco pays courtesy visit to ECCP | 21 March 2025 | Photo

On March 21, the ECCP welcomed representatives from Member Company Manila Electric Company (Meralco).

Pictured (from L-R) are ECCP Director for Advocacy & Government Affairs Atty. Kathyrin Pioquinto, ECCP Director of Operations Gen Anaquita-Gatan, Meralco AVP and Head of Meralco Enterprise Commercial and Conglomerates Bernice Gretchel Garcia - Rama, ECCP Executive Director Florian Gottein, Meralco Industry Lead for Hospitality & Financial Institutions Bezie Mae Mina and Meralco Industry Lead for Retail John Kenneth Bejar, REE, MBA.

The meeting delved into discussions of potential initiatives and opportunities for stronger collaboration, especially in the areas of energy security and sustainability. ECCP Executive Director Florian Gottein also presented a copy of the Chamber’s 2024 Advocacy Papers.

Beyond Capital: How Private Equity Builds Businesses That Last | 21 March 2025 | Photo

On March 21, the ECCP and Navegar hosted the Beyond Capital: How Private Equity Builds Businesses That Last forum at Shangri-La, Ayala, Makati City.

The event centered on discussions on how private equity (PE) can help mid-market companies in the Philippines scale and aim for sustainable growth, pursue innovative business models, and even drive innovation.

During the first part of the program, Navegar Vice President of Execution Ms. Hao-Min Liao led a presentation on Understanding Private Equity & Growth Strategies. In her talk, she introduced the complexities of navigating growth from investment to long-term value among promising businesses.

Following the session, attendees enjoyed a Fireside Chat and Panel Discussion on the PE advantage and how PE fuels business growth, as well as key considerations and the PE landscape.

The talk was led by Navegar Co-founder and Managing Partners Mr. Javier Infante and Nori Poblador, and moderated by Mr. Stephen Sieh, Country Strategy, Risk & Transactions Leader at Deloitte Philippines.

Setting the tone of the program was Ms. Mimi Concha, ECCP Treasurer and Country Head of Wholesale Banking at HSBC Philippines. Meanwhile, serving as the host for the event was Marketing Strategist of Navegar, Mr. Arren Quezada.

For official photos, please visit https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjC6foU.

ECCP pays courtesy visit to Vouno Trade and Marketing Services Corporation | 26 March 2025 | Photo

On March 26, ECCP Executive Director Florian Gottein and ECCP Director of Operations Gen Anaquita-Gatan met with Vouno Head of External Affairs, Regulatory & Communications Atty. Ricky Salvador. The meeting delved into discussions of shared advocacies and opportunities for stronger collaboration, with a particular focus on the growing food and beverage sector.

Vouno is the marketing arm in the Philippines of PT Mayora Indah of Indonesia, makers of well-known brands such as Kopiko, Energen, Le Minerale, Beng Beng, CalCheese and many more.

First ECCP Community Connect of 2025 | 27 March 2025 | Photo

Held on March 27, 2025, at the Makati Commerce Tower, the event brought together more than 100 ECCP members—both new and longstanding—for an afternoon of networking, collaboration, and insightful discussions.

ECCP Vice President Dr. Diana Edralin warmly welcomed the newest members, encouraging them to leverage the Chamber’s vast network, advocacy initiatives, and business development opportunities. “This afternoon, we come together not only as attendees but as a community with a shared purpose—to create avenues for growth, build partnerships, and forge lasting connections that will propel our collective success forward,” she emphasized.

Also present at the event were session partners MR Travel, DHL Supply Chain Philippines, Forvis Mazars in the Philippines, Phil Ecology Systems Corp.,Ocampo & Manalo Law Firm, and Asalus Corporation - Intellicare, who offered information on innovative business services and solutions spanning travel, logistics, and even tax and audit. Members also had the opportunity to engage in interactive discussions and network with other industry professionals.

With ECCP’s continued focus on advocacy and partnerships, Dr. Edralin also highlighted the Chamber’s role in fostering a thriving business environment. “We remain dedicated to nurturing strong partnerships and close cooperation with the Philippine government and all stakeholders to propel the country’s business environment to new and greater heights,” she shared, reaffirming ECCP’s commitment to supporting its growing network of 860 members—the highest in the Chamber’s history.

We truly appreciate the presence of our presenters, partners, and attendees for making this event a success. Our sincerest gratitude as well to our venue partner Colliers International Philippines and Makati Commerce Tower!

For official photos, visit https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjC72VR.