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The Chamber

Competent. Reliable. Fast.

Our mission is to serve as a dynamic platform for the German business community, promoting German innovation, products, and services while contributing to the continued development of the Philippine economy.

Deutsch-Philippinische Industrie- und Handelskammer
Über uns

A chamber in Makati since 2008

Their own account of what the chamber is for.

As one of the fastest-growing economies and a rising star among the Next-11 countries, the Philippines offers vast opportunities for global business. The German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. (GPCCI) is proud to play a vital role in strengthening German-Philippine economic relations, fostering partnerships, and driving growth.

Since our establishment in 2008, we have remained committed to supporting our members and customers through professional, intercultural, and knowledgeable services. Whether facilitating market entry, supporting business expansion, or representing Germany as the strongest European economic partner, GPCCI provides invaluable expertise and resources.

With an adaptive organizational structure, we ensure agility in addressing the evolving needs of businesses, making us a robust partner for ventures in the Philippines.

The German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. is supported by the Federal Ministry of Economics and Energy in accordance with a Resolution of the German Parliament.

philippinen.ahk.de, about us
AHK

Well connected worldwide, and what that means in practice

In 150 locations in 93 countries around the world, the members of the German Chamber Network (AHKs) offer their experience, connections and services to German and foreign companies. AHKs are located in all countries which are of special interest for German companies.

1
Official Representation of German Companies. AHKs are the key players of German foreign business development on behalf of the Federal Republic of Germany. They represent German business interests in their countries and they inform about and promote Germany as business location.
2
Member Organizations. AHKs are member organizations for companies actively involved in the bilateral business relations. These members give them the authority needed when interacting with politics, business and administration in terms of promoting the bilateral business relations.
3
Service Providers to Companies. Under the brand "DEinternational" AHKs provide services to companies both from Germany and their host countries in order to support their foreign business activities.

AHKs are closely connected to the Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHKs) in Germany. Together, they support German companies with establishing and extending their business relations to foreign countries. The umbrella organization of the IHKs is the German Association of Chambers of Industry and Commerce (DIHK), which also coordinates and supports the AHKs.

The German Chambers ASEAN Business Council

The Board of Directors photographed on a Makati roof terrace at dusk with the skyline behind them
The Board of Directors
Board of Directors

Ten directors, and the companies they run

The Board of Directors, with the office each one holds in the chamber and the company each one runs, as published. Two directors are carried without a portrait: see the note in the assets file.

Dr. Christian Peter ScheldDr. Christian Peter ScheldPresident
Brenda BaylonBrenda BaylonSenior Vice President
Tobias RastTobias RastVice President
Kumar Joseph GrossKumar Joseph GrossTreasurer
Holger BeckHolger BeckDirector
Matthias KoehlerMatthias KoehlerDirector
Hendrik MollenhauerHendrik MollenhauerDirector
Dr. Bin WangDr. Bin WangDirector
President
Dr. Christian Peter ScheldCountry Director, Konecranes Philippines
Senior Vice President
Brenda BaylonPresident and General Manager, PV2 Energie Philippines, Inc.
Vice President
Tobias RastCEO, Pegotec Pte. Ltd.
Treasurer
Kumar Joseph GrossPresident & CEO, AllianzPNB Life Insurance Inc
Director
Holger BeckPresident and CEO, Lufthansa Technik Philippines Inc.
Director
Matthias KoehlerChairman, EMTS Group
Director
Stefan KolbeManaging Director, Melchers Philippines Inc.
Director
Roland MetelmannManaging Director, Fuchs Lubricants (Philippines) Inc.
Director
Hendrik MollenhauerConsulting Manager, PwC Philippines Inc.
Director
Dr. Bin WangGeneral Manager, Boehringer Ingelheim (Philippines), Inc.

The board on their own site

Geschäftsführung

The office, by department

Five departments and twenty-six people, as the staff page files them. One heading is printed in German on the English page and is kept that way here, because that is how they print it.

Management

The Executive Director and the Deputy Executive Director.

Christopher Zimmer
Christopher ZimmerExecutive Director
Charlotte Bandelow
Charlotte BandelowDeputy Executive Director and Head of Trade Promotion (DEinternational)
DEinternational

Trade Promotion

Market entry, market analysis, the ADB desk, sustainability and environmental technologies, and communications. Nine of the twenty-six staff sit here.

Elenee Ventura
Elenee VenturaSenior Manager Communications
Nicole Ramos
Nicole RamosSenior Manager Trade Promotion
Therese Chu
Therese ChuADB Partnership and Business Development Consultant
Erik Feustel
Erik FeustelManager, Market Entry and Business Development
Tobias Fritze
Tobias FritzeSustainability and Environmental Technologies Consultant
Gianna Martina Reyes
Gianna Martina ReyesTrade Promotion and Communications Officer
Danielle Alexandra Mariano
Danielle Alexandra MarianoProject-Based Trade Promotion Officer
Jenielyn Scheld
Jenielyn ScheldProject-Based Trade Promotion Officer

Chamber Services

Membership, the Member4Member programme and the Premium Partner programme.

Kat Rodriguez Reyes
Kat Rodriguez ReyesHead of Chamber Services
Rodnell John Edillo
Rodnell John EdilloChamber Services Officer
Sherilyn Mae Pangan
Sherilyn Mae PanganChamber Services Officer

Government Affairs

Advocacy, regulatory dialogue and the data privacy office.

Yves Aguilos
Yves AguilosHead of Government Affairs and Data Privacy Officer
Isabelle Cebu
Isabelle CebuGovernment Affairs Officer
Ma. Juliann Angelica Garcia
Ma. Juliann Angelica GarciaAdvocacy Projects Officer
Duale Ausbildung und Spezialdienstleistungen

Dual Training & Education + Special Projects

Dual training, the Skills Expert programme and ProRecognition, the recognition of professional qualifications for work in Germany.

Kristina Silan
Kristina SilanDual Training & Education + Special Projects Director
Chelsea Ann Butron
Chelsea Ann ButronProject Officer, Dual Training & Education and Skills Expert Program
Janine Paulino
Janine PaulinoProRecognition Lead
Lornadahl Campilan-Pan
Lornadahl Campilan-PanProRecognition Officer
Aziel Frances Saunar
Aziel Frances SaunarProRecognition Officer
Janina Bessler
Janina BesslerSkills Expert for Dual Education and Training

Internal Organization

Finance, administration, logistics and liaison.

Judy Uri
Judy UriHead of Internal Organization
Vanessa Ubay
Vanessa UbaySenior Finance Officer
Peter Espiritu
Peter EspirituLogistics and Liaison Officer
Mariel Garcia
Mariel GarciaAdmin and Finance Associate

Direct telephone extensions and individual email addresses are published on their own staff page and are not reproduced here. The switchboard and the general address are on the contact page.

Publikationen

What the chamber publishes

Eleven annual reports, a twice-yearly business outlook and a country brochure.

GPCCI Annual Report
An overview of the events, services, committee work and other activities of the year. Eleven editions are published, from 2015-16 to 2025-26.
AHK World Business Outlook
A regular DIHK survey among member companies of the German Chambers of Commerce Abroad, delegations and representative offices, with the Philippine results published each spring and each autumn.
AHK Annual Review
The network-wide review, published for 2020 through 2024.
The Philippines: A Landscape of Opportunities
The 2026 Philippine Country Brochure, an overview of the economic landscape, key industries, investment opportunities, infrastructure, workforce and trade relations.

The publications library

Become part of the vast network of the German Chambers of Commerce.

Become part of a strong network: GPCCI represents 300 German and Philippine businesses and provides a platform for exchange on current business topics and trends. We provide information, market access, business support, and connect you with the right partners or experts to make your business endeavor a success!