<p>In line with the theme “Trade, Tourism, &amp; Technology (3Ts) Synergy for PROGRESS: Purposeful Roadmap &amp; Opportunities for Growth, Economic Sustainability, &amp; Smart Solutions,” the Special Session on Chamber Development at the Metro Manila Business Conference 2025 brought together PCCI’s regional leaders to answer a fundamental question: What truly defines a chamber—and how can it become a more effective catalyst for inclusive, local progress?</p>
<p>Moderated by Mr. Edwin R. Glindro, Chief of Staff of PCCI, the session featured valuable insights from Dr. Hernando B. Delizo (Area Vice President, PCCI NCR), Ms. Sallie C. Lacson (Area Vice President, PCCI South Luzon), Atty. Maria Amalia Tiglao-Cayanan (Area Vice President, PCCI North Luzon), and Ms. Melanie C. Ng (Area Vice President, PCCI Visayas), with a keynote message from Dr. Alberto P. Fenix, Jr., Chairman of the Philippine Chamber Development Institute.</p>
<p>The panelists shared standout models from their regions: NCR’s “Mega Manila” Collaboration Zone promotes synergistic partnerships between city chambers, while South Luzon highlighted the power of community-based chamber initiatives. North Luzon showcased its impactful Adopt-a-Chamber program, ensuring no LCCI is left behind through mentoring, capacity-building, and recognition, such as the award given to PCCI Bataan for its remarkable progress. Visayas rallied behind the banner of “One Visayas,” fostering solidarity and strengthening partnerships with LGUs and NGAs.</p>
<p>This session underscored that chamber development goes beyond structure; it requires synergy, inclusivity, and purpose-driven innovation. When chambers work together across the 3Ts, they don’t just grow, they lead the way toward sustainable, locally anchored, and nationally aligned development.</p>
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MMBC 2025 Synergy for Progress