The Iloilo Tax Congress 2025, held on May 30 at The Grid, Iloilo City, marked the third successful installment of this fast-growing initiative by PCCI Iloilo since it first kicked off in May 2024. Co-presented by PwC Philippines and the Association of Certified Public Accountants in Public Practice (ACPAPP) Iloilo, the congress once again brought together over 100 professionals—ranging from business leaders and entrepreneurs to financial experts and government partners—for an insightful half-day deep dive into tax and finance trends that shape enterprise strategies.
The event’s central theme, “Empowering Business Decisions with Numbers That Matter,” reflected the urgent need for businesses to make sound choices amid an evolving economic and regulatory landscape. With timely and practical topics presented by industry experts from PwC, the sessions offered a blend of analytical tools, fiscal updates, and policy discussions.
Highlights of the program included:
- “The Story Behind the Numbers: Financial Statement Analysis as Tools for Business Insights and Strategies”by Aldous Jerome Sarmiento, Assurance Director
- “Financial Essentials: Navigating Today’s Options” by Janesse Dorado, Deals and Corporate Finance Director
- “Tax Implications of Bank Financing” and “CREATE MORE and Its Impact on Enterprises” by Jane Alcause-Fabro, Tax Partner
- “Digital Services Tax Act” and “Other Key Tax Updates for 2025” by John Edgar Maghinay, Tax Director
Participants noted that the range of topics—from macroeconomic implications of financing to specific policy updates—provided a well-rounded perspective for businesses of all sizes. Each speaker drew on deep expertise and real-world case studies, ensuring that technical knowledge was translated into actionable insights.
In his welcome remarks, PCCI Iloilo President Fulbert Woo acknowledged the strong partnership with PwC Philippines, led by Osmond Rubinos, and ACPAPP Iloilo, with whom the chamber continues to strengthen professional networks and capacity-building efforts. He also commended Event Chair May Joyce Galanto for stewarding the successful run of this year’s edition.
Woo also thanked the participants for their continued support of PCCI Iloilo activities, encouraging everyone to register for the chamber’s upcoming events:
🔹 Future Forward under the Impact Initiative Program on June 24 at UP Visayas Iloilo City Campus
🔹 What’s Up, Western Visayas Regional Business Conference on July 18 at Marriott Hotel Iloilo
🔹 Innovators Summit from July 31 to August 2 at Grand Xing Imperial Hotel
As PCCI Iloilo moves forward with its mission to drive enterprise resilience and innovation, the Iloilo Tax Congress stands as a vital platform for local business stakeholders to stay informed, compliant, and future-ready.
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