The Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (PHILEXPORT) Board of Trustees and Corporate Officers, led by President Sergio Ortiz-Luis Jr., has been re-elected for a two-year term (2024-2025) to continue setting and driving industry policy and programs.
The 18 trustees were elected and took the oath during the organization’s General Membership Meeting on 16 January 2024 at the World Trade Center.
(Standing from L-R) Mr. Oscar A. Barrera, Chemicals sector; Mr. Bryan Ang (A new member replaced his father, Mr. Francis Chua), Automotive and Automotive Parts and Components; Mr. William L. Tiu-Lim, Food; Mr. Ferdinand A. Ferrer (A new member in the Corporate Officers list replaced Mr. Co), Electronics; Amb. William S. Co, Associate; Dr. Sergio R. Ortiz-Luis Jr., Resource-based; Dr. George T. Barcelon, Footwear, Leather and Travelgoods; Mr. Robert M. Young, Textiles and Fabrics; Mr. John Mykel V. Teodoro, Information Technology, Products and Services; Consul Bernardo T. Benedicto III, Metal Manufacturers; and Mr. Apolinar G. Suarez Jr., Non-Metallic Mineral Manufacturers.
(Seated from L-R) Ms. Cecilia R. Ramos, Fashion Accessories and Fine Jewelry; Engr. Enunina V. Mangio, Associate; Dr. Guillermina T. Gabor, Tourism; Ms. Diana H. Santos, Garments; Ms. Mila L. Lacson, Holiday Decors, Gifts and Premiums; and Ms. Mryna C. Bituin, Furniture.
Pres. Ortiz-Luis Jr. in his report, emphasized PHILEXPORT’s commitment to actively advocate and facilitate the organization and the country’s export industry through its promotion and development programs.
Fulfilling PHILEXPORT’s mandate involves recognizing the challenges faced by the Philippine export industry and aligning with the goals of the Philippine Export Development Plan 2023-2028. This alignment is crucial for positioning the Philippines as an Agile Export Powerhouse. AOB