Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce Invites to the 2025 Private Enterprise and Government Forum: Transforming Puerto Rico

The Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce invites business leaders, government representatives, and the general public to its traditional Private Enterprise and Government Forum: Transforming Puerto Rico, to be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 7:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Royal Sonesta San Juan – Palmar Ballroom. The event promises to be a key meeting point to address the reforms and opportunities that will define the island’s economic future.

“The 2025 Private Enterprise and Government Forum represents a unique opportunity to strengthen ties between the public and private sectors and open new paths toward Puerto Rico’s economic development. Collaboration and dialogue among the island’s key stakeholders are essential to advancing the reforms our society needs. That’s why we invite all entrepreneurs and leaders to take an active part in this strategic conversation that will help shape the direction of our island,” stated Attorney Margaret Ramírez Báez, President of the Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce.

The forum’s program will include thematic panels featuring experts and leaders from both the private and public sectors. The Governor of Puerto Rico, Jennifer González Colón, has been invited to participate in a conversation to share her vision for the island’s future and development. In addition, Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz and House Speaker Carlos “Johnny” Méndez Núñez have been invited to deliver remarks to the island’s legislative and business leaders.

Another invited speaker is Francisco J. Rodríguez-Castro, CHFP, President & CEO of Birling Capital, LLC, who will present on the Government Progress Index, based on Puerto Rico data to measure how effectively government actions translate into real outcomes.

Discussion Panels

Energy Panel

Moderated by Attorney Rodrigo Zavala, President of the Chamber’s Energy and Water Committee (CCPR).
Guest Speaker: Atty. and Eng. Edison Avilés-Deliz, Chairman of the Puerto Rico Energy Bureau.
Invited Panelists: Eng. Josué Colón, Energy Czar; Juan Saca, President and CEO of LUMA Energy; Eng. Winnie Irizarry, CEO of Genera PR; Eng. Carlos Reyes, President and General Manager of EcoEléctrica Puerto Rico; and Jesús Bolinaga, President of AES Puerto Rico.

Tax Reform Panel

Moderated by CPA & Attorney Rolando López, President of the Chamber’s Tax Affairs Committee (CCPR).
Invited Panelists: Atty. Ángel L. Pantoja, Secretary of the Puerto Rico Department of Treasury; Migdalia Padilla Alvelo, Chair of the Senate Committee on Treasury, Budget, and PROMESA; Eddie Charbonier Chinea, Chair of the House Committee on Treasury; CPA David Rodríguez Ortiz, President of the Puerto Rico Society of Certified Public Accountants; CPA & Atty. Alba I. Joubert Pereira, Partner and Tax Director at Reichard & Escalera LLC; and CPA & Atty. Jorge M. Cañellas, Former CCPR President and Tax Advisor at Morell Cartagena & Dapena, LLC.

Education Panel

Moderated by Atty. Dominique A. Gilormini De Gracia, President of the Chamber’s Education Committee (CCPR).
Invited Panelists: Atty. Eliezer Ramos Parés, Secretary of the Puerto Rico Department of Education; Tatiana Pérez Ramírez, President of the House Education Committee; Brenda Pérez Soto, Chair of the Senate Committee on Education, Arts, and Culture; Prof. Emma Sulsona Gándara, President of the Puerto Rico Private Education Association; Dr. Zayira Jordán Conde, President of the University of Puerto Rico; Dr. Edgardo Rosaly, VP of Academic Affairs, Ana G. Méndez University; and Mr. Michael Fernández-Frey, Executive Director and Co-founder of Caras con Causa.
The panel will discuss current challenges and opportunities for improvement within Puerto Rico’s education system.

Economic Development Panel

Moderated by Joanisabel González, Business Editor of El Nuevo Día.
Participants: Atty. Margaret Ramírez Báez, President of the Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce; Sebastián Negrón Reichard, Secretary of the Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC); Hon. Nitza Morán Trinidad, Chair of the Senate Committee on Economic Development, Small Business, Banking, Commerce, Insurance, and Cooperativism; Hon. Joel Franqui Atiles, Chair of the House Committee on Economic Development; Ms. Ella Woger, CEO of Invest Puerto Rico; Ms. Willianette Robles Cancel, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Tourism Company; Mr. Juan Ignacio Diddi, President of the Puerto Rico Pharmaceutical Industry Association (PIA); and Mr. Javier D. Ferrer, President & CEO of Popular, Inc.
Panelists will analyze strategies to strengthen Puerto Rico’s economy, tourism, and key industries.

“This gathering reflects our commitment to sustainable progress and the well-being of the entire Puerto Rican community. We hope the forum will serve as a platform for idea exchange, partnership building, and the promotion of projects that drive competitiveness and economic growth. The Chamber of Commerce is ready to facilitate this constructive dialogue and promote concrete actions that benefit Puerto Rico,” said Liza García, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce.

The Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce extends a warm invitation to all those interested in the island’s economic and social future to participate in this transformative forum.

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the discussions that will define Puerto Rico’s path forward.
For more information, please contact 787-721-6060, visit www.camarapr.org, or follow the Chamber on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

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