Name of Nominee:

MA. CECILIA E. PUA PHEE

Position Nominated for:
Vice Area Director for Area 4
Member of the Zonta Club of:
La Union - San Fernando City
Classification:
Food Service Manager
Date Joined:
March 2009

Present positions in Zonta

Club:
  • Elected: Member / Charter President

Prior positions in Zonta

Club:
  • Chapter President (2009-2011)
  • Board of Director

Participation and attendance in Zonta events

International Conventions attended:
  • Torino, ITALY 2012
  • YOKOHAMA, JAPAN 2018
District conferences attended:
  • HONG KONG 2019
  • MAKATI, METRO MANILA 2017
  • BANGKOK, THAILAND 2015
Area Meetings/Workshops attended:
  • N/A

Achievements as a Zontian

Describe your main achievements in Zonta that are relevant to the role for which you are being nominated. The committee is looking for examples of what you have done and what the outcomes/results were. Please focus on your most recent achievements.

Being the Charter President and one of the Board of Directors, I always see to it that I always took part in all the advocacies and projects of our club. Likewise, I always volunteer, despite the tedious job that I have, as a host during our meetings and assemblies. I also tried to encourage others to join our club by asserting Zonta's advocacies, thus, increasing the number of our members.

Business / Professional Information

Current Company/Organization:

BEE PRIME PEAK FOODS CORPORATION

Nature of business:

FRANCHISEE - MAX’S RESTAURANT LA UNION

Position/Title:

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Number of years in most recent position

21

Responsibilities of position :

As a managing director, I provide strategic advice and guidance to the members of the board, to keep them aware of developments within the industry and ensure that the appropriate policies are developed to meet the company's mission and objectives and to comply with all relevant statutory and other regulations.

Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of positions:

As a franchisee and CEO of Max's Restaurant, Yellow Cab, and Dencio's, I believe I can contribute to the success of Zonta's projects and meetings by making my restaurants as venues for these. I can also use my network to raise awareness among members and non-members of Zonta about its advocacies and objectives. My leadership skills will help me to work with other officers to strengthen the bonds, thus, making us lead in harmony and unity. I also believe that my strong interpersonal and communication skills have facilitated effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. I excel at building relationships, fostering teamwork, and leading projects to successful completion. I believe that open and transparent communication is key to fostering a positive and productive work environment.


Involvement in other organizations

  • La Union Hotel Resort and Restaurant Association (LUHRRA)
  • Association of Tourism Industries and Networks in La Union (ATIN)
  • Daughters of Mary Consolatrix

What are your goals for advancing the objects of Zonta International in District 17 and concrete programs to accomplish?

Goals for Advancing the Objects of Zonta International in District 17:

  • Promote gender equality and women's empowerment.
  • Support education and skill development.
  • Advocate for women's rights.
  • Strengthen community engagement.
  • Promote women's leadership.

Concrete Programs to Accomplish Goals:

  • Scholarship and educational programs.
  • Awareness campaigns and workshops.
  • Advocacy and policy initiatives.
  • Leadership training and mentorship
  • Collaborative partnerships

What special competencies and attributes do you possess which qualify you to serve in the position you are nominated for?

As an entrepreneur, I believe I possess competencies and attributes that qualifies me for the position. I possess competencies in language proficiency, extensive knowledge base, contextual understanding, adaptability, natural language generation, and continuous learning, which qualify me to serve in the position I am nominated for.