The Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) marked its illustrious 120-year journey as the cornerstone of business innovation and development in the Philippines with a grand Gala Night. This celebratory event, held at Nustar Convention Center recognized the outstanding contributions of industry leaders whose unwavering commitment and visionary pursuits have propelled Cebu’s economy to new heights.
The gala, a culmination of CCCI’s year-long festivities, was a testament to the organization’s steadfast dedication to fostering entrepreneurship, attracting investments, and creating a thriving ecosystem that drives economic growth and prosperity in Cebu and beyond.
With close to 1,000 member companies spanning diverse sectors such as Industry, Trade, Service, ICT, and Sectoral Business Associations, CCCI remains at the forefront, embodying its vision as “the Engine of Cebu’s Business Growth and Competitiveness in the global economy.”
The highlight of the evening were the prestigious awards presented to exemplary businesses and leaders, recognized for their indomitable spirit, innovation, and resilience in steering Cebu towards global competitiveness.
The distinguished awardees of the evening include:
- A.D. GOTHONG MFG. CORP. – Captain of Industry: Manufacturing and Wholesaler of Fats & Oils
- ABOITIZ GROUP – Captain of Industry: High Impact in Cebu
- AYALA LAND, INC. – Captain of Industry: Property-Commercial
- B. BENEDICTO & SONS CO., INC. – Captain of Industry: Construction Supplier
- CEBU CORDOVA LINK EXPRESSWAY CORP. (CCLEX) – Captain of Industry: Infrastructure
- CEBU HOME AND BUILDERS CENTRE – Captain of Industry: Construction Retailer
- CEBU LANDMASTERS, INC. – Captain of Industry: Property-Commercial
- COKALIONG SHIPPING LINES, INC. – Captain of Industry: Shipping Passenger
- FAST LOGISTICS CORP. – Captain of Industry: Logistics
- GAISANO GROUP – Captain of Industry: Retail
- GOTHONG SOUTHERN GROUP – Captain of Industry: Cargo Transportation Services
- INTERNATIONAL PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. (IPI) – Captain of Industry: Pharmaceuticals
- LH PARAGON GROUP – Captain of Industry: Diversified Conglomerate Award
- M. LHUILLIER FINANCIAL SERVICES INC. – Captain of Industry: Financial Institution Money Remittance
- MACTAN ROCK INDUSTRIES, INC. – Captain of Industry: Bulk Water
- PHILIPPINE AIRLINES – Captain of Industry: Airline
- PHILIPPINE SPAN ASIA CARRIER CORP. – Captain of Industry: Shipping Commercial
- PRINCE RETAIL GROUP OF COMPANIES – Captain of Industry: Mass Retail
- PROFOOD INTERNATIONAL CORP. – Captain of Industry: Processed Fruits
- ROBINSONS LAND CORP. – Captain of Industry: Integrated Retail-Residential
- SM PRIME HOLDINGS, INC. – Captain of Industry: Retail Mall Operations
- UNIVERSITY OF CEBU – Captain of Industry: Academe
- VIRGINIA FOOD, INC. – Captain of Industry: Meat Processing
- WIPRO PHILIPPINES, INC. – Captain of Industry: IT and BPM
As CCCI embarks on the next chapter of its journey, it remains committed in Connecting Opportunities, Growing Businesses, and Creating Value.