Barbara Gothong-Tan is a distinguished business leader and a cornerstone of the Cebuano entrepreneurial landscape. As the President and CEO of the A.D. Gothong Group of Companies, she oversees a diverse portfolio of industries, including manufacturing, real estate, and hospitality through entities such as A.D. Gothong Mfg. Corp, Alpa Land, Inc., and Alpa City Suites.

Professional Expertise and Leadership
Beyond her executive role at A.D. Gothong, Ms. Gothong-Tan serves as the Director and Treasurer of Global Star Motors. Her leadership extends into critical sectoral advocacy as the President of the Mandaue Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI), where she champions the growth and competitiveness of the local business community.

Her technical foundation is rooted in high-level finance and economics. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA), she graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of San Carlos with a degree in Commerce, Major in Accounting. To further her strategic expertise, she completed the Strategic Business Economics Program (SBEP) at the University of Asia & the Pacific (UA&P).

Civic Engagement and Philanthropy
Ms. Gothong-Tan is deeply committed to social responsibility and institutional governance. Her current board and cabinet appointments include:

• Treasurer & Board of Trustee: Sinulog Foundation, Inc.
• Director: Asociacion Benevola de Cebu, Inc. (Chong Hua Hospital)
• Cabinet Member: Habitat for Humanity – Cebu Chapter

Personal Life
Ms. Gothong-Tan balances her extensive professional responsibilities with a dedicated family life. She is married to Engr. Dennis L. Tan, and together they have five children. Her career remains a testament to the synergy of fiscal discipline, strategic vision, and a steadfast commitment to community development.