Philippine Chamber of Cooperatives Inc. Celebrates First Year Milestone with Inaugural National Leadership Conference

ESTABLISHED WITH a commitment to promote and advocate for cooperative enterprises nationwide, the Philippine Chamber of Cooperatives Inc. has swiftly emerged as a pivotal voice for advancing cooperative principles and a leader in addressing critical industry concerns through strategic legislative advocacy and nationwide engagement, the Chamber has fostered an environment conducive to cooperative growth and community development.

The Philippine Chamber of Cooperatives Inc. celebrates its first-year milestone with its inaugural National Leadership Conference and the completion of its nationwide organizational formation of regional coop chambers across sixteen regions.

Today, The Philippine Chamber of Cooperatives Inc. (Coop Chamber) celebrates its first anniversary with an inaugural National Leadership Conference held at Sequoia Hotel, Aseana Business Park, Parañaque City, Metro Manila.

Themed "Our Coop, Our Voice," the conference marks a significant milestone for the Coop Chamber, coinciding with the completion of its nationwide organizational formation of regional coop chambers across sixteen regions. This event gathers leaders, stakeholders, and members to deliberate on key issues, adopt strategic directions for 2024-2025, and endorse vital executive and legislative agendas.

The Conference features distinguished speakers including Senator Imee R. Marcos, Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Cooperatives as the Keynote Speaker, alongside representatives from the House of Representatives, government officials, cooperative leaders, and industry experts. The event’s agenda includes a mass oath-taking ceremony for regional coop chamber leaders and interactive sessions on policy formulation, advocacy strategies, and cooperative development initiatives.

L-R: Fiscal Jose Agerico De Guzman (Coop Chamber Board of Trustee and Chairperson of Makilala Multipurpose Cooperative), Dir. Marlene Sindayen (Coop Chamber Board of Trustee and Director of the Novaliches Dev't Cooperative), Mr. Noel D. Raboy (Philippine Chamber of Cooperative Inc.'s Chairperson), Mr. Romulo Amarando (Coop Chamber Board of Trustee), Mr. Alexander B. Raquepo (Coop Chamber Board of Trustee and Chairperson of Sta. Cruz Savings & Development Cooperative), Atty. Daniel Evangelio (Coop Chamber Board of Trustee and Director of Toril Community Cooperative), and Mr. Edwin Bustillos (Executive Director of the Philippine Chamber of Cooperatives, Inc.).

"We are excited to convene our inaugural National Leadership Conference, where we will reflect on our achievements, strategize for the future, and reinforce our commitment to advancing cooperative ideals," remarked Mr. Noel D. Raboy, Chairperson and Founding Trustee of the Coop Chamber.

The event will commence with an opening ceremony featuring presentations from allied cooperatives, and solidarity messages, followed by keynote addresses, panel discussions, and a press conference. The afternoon session will focus on regional reports, strategic planning, and the adoption of key resolutions aimed at strengthening the cooperative movement in the Philippines.

The National Leadership Conference marks a pivotal moment for the Philippine Chamber of Cooperative Inc. as it celebrates a year of dedicated service to cooperative formations nationwide, reaffirming its role as a leading voice in advancing the cooperative movement in the Philippines. For more information and updates on the Coop Chamber and its initiatives, please visit https://coopchamberph.org (PR)