Six sector committees, each with its own chair.

Infrastructure & Construction

Gie Garcia, Co-Managing Director & Chief Sustainability Officer, NEO

This committee aims to provide a platform for the members of CCIFP from the sector of Infrastructure, Construction, Energy and Real Estate to discuss pressing issues and share their business strategies to attain business development. Several times during the year, the committee organises meetings open to the members of CCI France Philippines and discusses major themes in the French-Filipino business environment.

1. Share best practices (unless confidential) and discuss relevant issues within the Infrastructure, Construction, Real Estate and Energy industry
2. Encourage small, medium and large enterprises of the sector to collaborate with one another and create business opportunities together
3. Create networking events to generate new leads and business opportunities
4. Deliver key information on the business climate in the Philippines and in France
5. Form a stronger connection between French and Philippine enterprises in these sectors

Sustainability

Jos Ortega, CEO at Havas Ortega, and Philip Mareschal, Senior Director, Head of Property & Asset Management at JLL Philippines, Inc.

This committee aims to involve representatives of the companies and stakeholders concerned to share their experience and expertise in terms of sustainability, within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Sustainability is a multi-faceted concept that encompasses environmental, economic and social dimensions and should be reflected in public and private efforts towards profit that takes the planet into account.

1. Define sustainability
2. Develop and implement a strategic sustainability plan aligned with the organization’s mission and values
3. Identify opportunities for resource efficiency and cost savings, such as reducing energy and water usage or optimizing supply chains
4. Promote business relations between France and the Philippines through the development of sustainability stewardship

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Marie Antoniette Mariano, 1st Vice President at BDO Unibank

This committee aims to be a platform wherein members can network with like-minded individuals and share key information in the spectrum of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. It aims to provide a platform for the members of CCIFP at the forefront of promoting gender inclusivity and diversity to discuss best practices and the most effective strategies in the workplace.

1. Share best practices and discuss relevant issues on diversity, equity and inclusion
2. Create programs that will push forward practices revolving around the importance of promotion diversity, equity and inclusion
3. Form a stronger connection between French and Philippine enterprises that advocate for best practices in mainstreaming diversity, equity and inclusion
4. Create an environment with representation and participation of different groups of individuals, such as of ages, races and ethnicities, sexual orientations, religions and culture

Energy and Renewable Energy

Maxime Droit of Reurasia, Ina Dalosa of Engie Services, and Amaury Brucker of The Blue Circle

This committee underscores the importance of collaboration, regulatory clarity, and strategic initiatives to drive growth and innovation within the energy sector in the Philippines. It emphasizes the need to foster connections among companies to facilitate project-sharing and identify common opportunities, and through collaboration and innovation aims to drive sustainable growth in the sector.

Joint Maritime

Tore Henriksen, Chair of the Joint Maritime Committee of DCCP, GPCCI, NordCham, CCIFP and PNBC

CCI France Philippines is part of the Joint Maritime Committee, joining the Dutch Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines, the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Nordic Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines and the Philippines Norway Business Council. Established by and for maritime representatives, thought-leaders and stakeholders, it serves as a space for dialogue on maritime affairs; the committee meets every last week of the month, with invited key speakers sharing their expertise on a specific maritime topic.

Young Professionals

John Fisalbon, CEO at ReelReve

Through the committee of France-Philippine Young Professionals (FPYP), the chamber dedicates a space and community for young individuals starting their careers or in the early stages of professional development. Through networking and exchanges, the FPYP strengthens the ties between young professionals in both countries and fosters collaboration across professional domains.