Enchanted Kingdom COO Takes Oath as President of Laguna Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Santa Rosa, Laguna — Enchanted Kingdom (EK), now celebrating its 30th year as the first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines, continues to champion local industry development following the induction of its Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Cynthia R. Mamon, as President of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Laguna Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (PCCI-LCCI).
The induction ceremony of the newly elected LCCI officers was held on February 16 at Enchanted Kingdom in Santa Rosa, Laguna. The ceremony was led by Area Vice President Hoover Picar and Regional Governor Mary Ann Katigbak.
In her acceptance speech, Dr. Mamon emphasized the organization’s commitment to four key priorities: Livelihood and labor concerns, Corporate sustainability, Community empowerment, and Innovation with integrity.
“We are committed to focus on Livelihood and labor concerns, Corporate sustainability, Community empowerment, and Innovation with integrity. These four principles support PCCI South Luzon’s guiding principles of Volunteerism, Excellence, Service, and Integrity (VESI). Through these, we look forward to transforming the lives of the people working for our companies and the communities we serve,” Dr. Mamon said.
Celebrating its 50th anniversary, LCCI is a non-stock, non-profit, non-government organization composed of Laguna-based small, medium, and large enterprises. The organization is dedicated to fostering a stronger and sustainable local economy while promoting growth, resilience, and competitiveness within the province’s business community.
Among those present during the induction ceremony were representatives from various government and private sectors, including officials from the Department of Labor and Employment – National Conciliation and Mediation Board IV-A, the Laguna Economic Development and Investment Promotions Office (LEPIDO), and leaders from PCCI chapters in Los Baños, Quezon City, and Lipa City. Past LCCI presidents and EK President and Chairman Mr. Cesar Mario O. Mamon also attended the event.
An economic briefing by Prof. Ronilo Balbieran of the University of Asia and the Pacific followed the induction ceremony.
Enchanted Kingdom has long been an active member of LCCI. Notably, Mr. Mamon previously served as LCCI President from 2006 to 2007.
Championing Tourism in Laguna
Dr. Mamon was likewise reelected as President of the Laguna Tourism Council (LTC), officially assuming her new term during an oath-taking ceremony administered by Laguna Governor Sol Aragones on January 22 in Santa Cruz, Laguna.
The Laguna Tourism Council is a provincial multi-sectoral body composed of representatives from government and private organizations. It serves as a key driver in positioning Laguna as a premier tourism destination in the Philippines.
Since assuming leadership of LTC in 2023, Dr. Mamon has strengthened partnerships with the provincial government and various local and national organizations to promote tourism, culture, heritage, and the arts to both domestic and international markets.
Under her leadership, LTC has also supported Laguna-based micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by providing platforms to showcase their world-class products and crafts through events and collaborations within and beyond the province.
