The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines (CCIFP) commenced the year with a glamorous evening at the Dr. Wine Rooftop in Poblacion, Makati by holding its annual Welcoming Soirée 2025. The event brought together industry leaders, professionals, and partners to celebrate the Chamber’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and, this year, diversity and inclusion.

A major highlight of the evening was the debut of Le Prix DE&I, a new awards program honoring individuals and organizations driving change in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). As guests enjoyed the elegant atmosphere, the awards ceremony recognized outstanding contributions in DEI.

The evening kicked off with an address from CCI France Philippines managing director Kevin Charuel presented the Chamber’s ambitious roadmap for 2025. He emphasized collaboration and innovation as key pillars of success.

The Le Prix DE&I awards were the night’s centerpiece. In the Project Category, Espoir School of Life was honored for its community-driven education initiatives in marginalized areas. Sanofi-Aventis Philippines Inc., in the Organization Category, was celebrated for its commitment to workplace diversity, recruitment, and inclusive policies. The People Category went to Irish-Apple Neulid, recognized for her advocacy for people with disabilities through education and livelihood programs.

As the awards wrapped up, guests were treated to an exciting raffle featuring exclusive prizes like weekend brunches at Dr. Wine, wellness sessions from Well-Balanced Chiropractic Wellness Center, and a luxurious stay at The Strand Boutique Resort in Boracay, adding an extra layer of excitement to the evening, keeping the energy high.

This collaborative spirit was the heart of the event strengthening relationships and creating new opportunities for future partnerships.