Chamber of Commerce events around the USA!
COFACC is shining through the Holiday Season! Check out all the happenings across the USA below PLUS consider bringing your family to Anaheim in the first week of February.
Aside from Strategic Planning, we have lined up:
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Discounted Rates for hotel, shuttle rides, Disneyland and more
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A Things To Do Guide
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Contests and Activities your friends and family can join while you are in SoCal
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Access to all to attend Recognition Night! Come as or inspired by your favorite Disney character
On the fence? This is the breakdown:
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Friday February 2 is the Meet and Greet Dinner, come in your chamber-branded garb
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Saturday February 2 – Strategic Planning during the day (Exclusive to Chamber Members) then the Recognition Night is open to all (Tickets available soon!)
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Sunday February 4 is your free day but you can win the Scavenger Hunt by posting your photos. Details soon. Oh, the hotel has a free shuttle to Disneyland!
Visit the registration page here and don’t forget about the Early Bird Promo!
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DEC 1: MerRemitly Christmas
FEB 2 – 4, 2024: Strategic Planning
Equip your chamber with strategies PLUS bring your family and explore Anaheim, the home of Disneyland
TIDBITS
Sharing your wins!
See something you are aspiring for?
Contact the member chamber!
Click here to visit the COFACC webpage for info
Philippine President Comes to Visit Los Angeles
Photo of some chamber members of the Filipino American Community coming to see Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. In photo is GSD President Femie Cupit, GLA President Lois P. Klavir (in yellow) with the Consul General of Los Angeles Ed Badajos.
Televised interview below is for all FilAm Chambers representation at this historic news event and awareness of our organizations and missions. Click here to watch
MEMBER CHAMBER EVENTS
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NOV 30 Jacksonville
B2B Networking Event
DEC 1 Greater San Diego
A Broadway Night to Remember at the Marquee
DEC 1 Arizona-Tucson
Winter Melodies: PACCA Tucson Care Home Carols
DEC 5 Cerritos
Small Business Mixer
DEC 5 Greater San Diego
Holiday After Hour Membership Mixer with MyPoint Credit Union
DEC 7 Southbay Los Angeles
Holiday Party Election & General Membership Celebration
DEC 9 Texas
Perlas ng Silangan Gala – A Night of Elegance
DEC 13 Greater Los Angeles
Merry & Bright: Membership Appreciation Holiday Party
DEC 14 Cerritos
Ikea Winter Wonderland Multi-Chamber Mixer
DEC 14 Orange County
Holiday Luncheon
Cheers to the shared victories that bind us and the inspiring leadership that propels us forward in the coming year!
Ring in the New Year! Check your photos
There is nothing like having family and friends gather during the holidays. In February, bring them along to Anaheim as they can join the dinners “ala carte” as only the Saturday daytime is exclusive to COFACC members. This is the breakdown:
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Friday February 2 is the Meet and Greet Dinner 5pm registration, come in your chamber-branded garb, friends and family welcome
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Saturday February 3 – Strategic Planning 7:30am-4pm
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Saturday February 3 Recognition Night 6pm is open to all—come as or inspired by your favorite Disney character!
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Sunday February 4 is your free day but you can win the Scavenger Hunt by posting your photos. Details soon. Oh, the hotel has a free shuttle to Disneyland!
TIP: you can book yourself first to ensure participation in the Strategic Planning of COFACC and start, resume or hone your plan for your own Chamber. You can register friends and family later by choosing the ala carte selections.
Register NOW to ensure discounted Rates for hotel, shuttle rides, Disneyland and more! Visit the registration page here and don’t forget about the Early Bird Promo!
SHARE the value of a USA-network with your chamber by sharing this newsletter.
Register now for COFACC Events!
FEB 2 – 4, 2024: Strategic Planning
Equip your chamber with strategies PLUS bring your family and explore Anaheim, the home of Disneyland
TIDBITS
Sharing your wins!
See something you are aspiring for?
Contact the member chamber!
Click here to visit the COFACC webpage for info
COFACC Officially Welcomes Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Southern Colorado
Based on the historic city of Colorado Springs, this new Chamber bands together close to a 100 Filipino American small and micro businesses wanting to grow and thrive a vibrant business community in the region.
COFACC fully supports PACCSOCO in terms of leadership training and development, providing capacity-building programs and access to vital resources. Welcome to the COFACC family!
COFACC held its 7th Executive Board Meeting for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024, last for 2023
The virtual gathering was moderated by Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Pasadena‘s President Paul Mirador and the COFACC Corporate Team.
As we look back on the triumphs of 2023, let us carry forward the pillars of unity, vision, and determination into the promising canvas of 2024.
In unity, we find strength; in vision, we discover purpose; in determination, we achieve greatness. Together, we embark on a journey to build a brighter future for COFACC and the entire Fil Am business community.
TIDBITS – there’s a lot this season!
Harmony Quinto shares beautiful story: she took a leap of faith and registered the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Southern Colorado, Inc. (PACCSoCo) with the State of Colorado as a 501 (c)(6) non-profit corporation in the state. Click here to read more.
Forging New Alliance |
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Looking bright in 2024, establishing relations and forging a new strategic alliance between COFACC (www.cofacc.org) and the Asian-Alliance Organization (www.asian-alliance.org). In photo are (left to right) COFACC President Gerry Palon, COFACC Sr. Vice Pres. Ellen Samson and AAO President/Chair K.T Leung. |
Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Cerritos (FAC3) and Cerritos Sheriff’s Station Join Forces for Holiday Toy Drive
In the spirit of giving, the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Cerritos (FAC3) has teamed up with the LA CountySheriff’s Department – Cerritos Sheriff’s Station to launch their annualHoliday Toy Drive. This year, the collaborative effort aims to bring joy to thechildren of military families stationed at Camp Pendleton. Click here to read more.
Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Cerritos (FAC3) Small Business Mixer
Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Cerritos – FAC3 President Ellen Rodriguez-Swing, VP for Events Christine Consunji, and VP for Business Development Ron Teofilo Coffee attended National Diversity Coalition‘s Small Business Mixer Event.
Congratulations to Faith Bautista, President of the National Diversity Coalition, for orchestrating this successful and impactful gathering!
Cheers to networking, shared successes, and the power of unity in entrepreneurship.
Jacksonville Christmas Outreach
FAJCC ended its year 2023 with an all out party with the residents of Sulzbacher Village where both children adults joined us for songs, dances, games. poetry and a night with Mr & Mrs Santa who distributed to the good boys, girls, moms, dads and grandparents. It was a blast!
Greater San Diego – After Hour Membership Mixer
December 5- At MyPoint Credit Union, special acknowledgment to esteemed guest, Adriana Brunner, VP of Community and Business Development, whose insights and presence added a unique touch to the event. Sincere appreciation to Joseph Chargualaf, Contact Center Manager of MyPoint Credit Union, for his valuable contributions and for being an integral part of this event.
Each conversation and every shared laughter contributed to the vibrancy of the event. Enthusiasm and support embodied the spirit of community that makes events like these truly special. Here’s to more shared moments and continued collaboration!
FACCGSD Holiday Mixer Appreciation Night
Thrilled to award certificates of appreciation to outstanding community members, who have significantly impacted their respective fields. It was a fruitful year to reminisce about. Thank you for unwavering support, and we look forward to continuing our journey together in the upcoming year!
FACCSLA Election and General Membership Celebration
Outgoing President Moises “Jun” Aglipay: As the outgoing President for FACC SLAA, I am truly honored not only being part of COFACC Executive Board during those Monthly Tuesday magnificent workshops. There is a great value being here and meeting terrific, magnificent, outstanding leaders from the different chapters. COFACC is heading into places where soon, if not already there, we can finally have a seat at the table with other Chambers of Commerce around the State or Nation. A voice because COFACC Does Matter and COFACC will continue to Make It Happen.I will continue to serve FACC SLAA and what COFACC needs, for I will serve my Madame President Dr. Aluning and fellow Kapatids in the new Board.
Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Tri-Country Officers
Meet the newly inducted officers of FACCTC, the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Tri-County, with, seated from left: Ellen Rodriguez-Swing, President of the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Cerritos with Anthony Lopez’ little boy; Board member Jeanette Burton, President JV Libunao, PRO Lydia V. Solis, and Secretary Eliza Leigh Serna. Back row: Neil Estrada, Past President, Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Orange County; Board member Nick Munoz and Vice President John Fleming; COFACC President Gerry Palon, Co-Vice President Chirho Garcia, President Emeritus Merwynn Montenegro, and Board member Anthony Lopez.
PACCGA: Newly Elected Board of Directors
Congratulations to the newly elected Board of Directors of the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Georgia, Inc.
President – Martin Gustilo
Vice Pres – Arlene Dizon
Secretary – Suzette Broderick
Treasurer – Clarissa Uhl
Program & Events Dir. – Cheryl “CJ” Cruz
Finance Dir. – Serita Taylor
Membership Director. – Liana Liana Marie Layug
Audit Director – Doddy Ward
Public Relations Dir. – Ika Rafaeli Galsim
Honorary Consul General Raoul Ray Donato delivered a very inspirational message, and always providing guidance. In attendance were past Presidents: Sonny Renato Victorino DeHitta , Cris Borja, Didi Boado O’Connor , Bryan Ramos , Eleanor Mae Pascual , Pia Valeriano and Anne Marie Logarta .
PACCTX Winter BizMix and Holiday Party
Celebrating the season with all of our regions represented at the #PACCTX Austin’s gala, “Perlas ng Silangan” (Pearl of the Orient), its first and proudly sold-out event. Congratulations!
Maui Filipino Chamber of Commerce – Project Tabo
Mission accomplished: Project TABO for Lahaina
Why TABO? During the 1st Hawak Kamay Filipino Resource Fair in Maui in September, there was an activity table to make mini-PAROL with 4 TABO to put some materials. Most of the Lahaina wildfire survivors who passed by the table JUST WANTED the TABO. This is how this project was born.
About 200 TABO were distributed with some goodies in them to Lahaina wildfire survivors.
Maraming salamat to TABO collaborators Pastor Jerry & Stella of Waipio Community Baptist Church who brought most of the tabo & bought additional & stuff to put in the TABO. Special thanks to Pastor Jerry to brought one luggage full of TABO from the Philippines .
To our Maui partners Cornelio & Fanny Ancheta for helping out with prepping
To Ronnie who helped out with distribution & prayers
To Pastor Eric of Lahaina Baptist Church for securing our table and helping with distribution
To Kit for purchasing more TABO (da collapsible kind) & for coordinating this worthy Hawak Kamay Filipino Resource Fair event
To our KaBATAan: Filipino for Kids Hawaii kids, volunteers, & families who decorated most of the TABO & donated some stuff to put in the TABO.
To Emily Em for securing donations of boxes of toothpaste & toothbrush from her dental office Dr. Tanoue & Angel.
We hope that this TABO, this little piece of Filipino household bath/kitchen tool – water scooper/water dipper/water ladle — brought some joy & cheer — to show & spread GOD’s love especially during this CHRISTmas time.
Maui Filipino Chamber of Commerce – Toy Drive
Maraming Salamat po to all the organizers and volunteers of the Toy Drive, especially to Greg Peros of @mauibeachhotel for spearheading the effort on behalf of all Kiwanis clubs on Maui. It was great to see many families from our Hawak Kamay events come and grab a toy for their keiki also. We are so honored to collaborate with amazing organizations like Kiwanis.
FACCGLA Merry & Bright: Membership Appreciation Party
Special guests include Senator Caroline Menjivar who gave a very inclusive and warm speech, followed by the awe-inspiring story of Island Pacific’s CEO, supermarket titan, and brother Mason- Nino Lim! The venue stood still listening to the challenges as well as the triumphs of the supermarket’s leader as he shared his not-so-easy journey to success!
President Lois P. Klavir together with our President Emeritus Annie Nepomuceno handed out awards to the top Filipino-American community leaders, together with Philippine Consul Maynard Maleon and other FilAm community leaders.
Heartfelt gratitude to the unwavering support of Coalition of Filipino American Chambers of Commerce founders Gerry Palon and Ellen Samson, FACC-Cerritos President Ellen Rodriguez-Swing, Committee Chair and chamber Treasurer Henry Chen, chamber Executives, Board of Directors, Ambassadors, Volunteers, and Supporters for another splendid night bringing us closer to our business community.
PACC-Tucson: Our Community Mortgage Milestone
PACCA celebrated a significant first-year anniversary milestone achieved by Our Community Mortgage, under the leadership of PACCA President, Edward Lago.
The festive celebration also included PACCA-Tucson chair, Angelita Doss, Vice Chair Alice Giddings, and board of director Edmundo Ignacio. The combined celebration of the first anniversary and Christmas party made for a memorable night.
PACGA: Annual General Meeting and Holiday Celebration
The PACCGA Election of Officers & Board of Directors, and Holiday Celebration marked the culmination of a remarkable year. Former PACCGA Board Member, Josephine “Arjho” Turner, artfully guided through the evening as the Master of Ceremonies, setting a wonderful tone for the rest of the evening with her opening remarks. Click here to read more.
PACCSoCo: Juan For All, All for Juan Membership Drive
The Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Southern Colorado, Inc. (PACCSoCo) is officially launched its 1st Membership Drive last December 23.
For easy name recall, the Membership Drive is titled “ALL FOR JUAN, JUAN FOR ALL,” a play on “Juan de la Cruz”, the national personification of the Philippines, often used to represent the ‘Filipino everyman’.
If you are a Filipino American entrepreneur, a Filipino American professional, or someone/a business/a non-profit who believes in and wants to support PACCSoCo’s mission of empowering FilAm entrepreneurs and elevating FilAm professionals in the community, please join in this great FILAM Movement “Make It Happen, Make Us Matter.” #MIHMUM
Kung naniniwala po kayo sa angking galing, talino, sipag, at kakayahan ng bawat Pilipino, samahan nyo po ang PACCSoCo sa adhikaing ito. For more information, visit www.paccsoco.org.
Paskuhan 2023: Networking Event
FACCGLA is proud to have been part of this event and supports its Media Partner, Asian Journal, and The Department of Tourism – Philippines to promote Bagong Pilipinas and Love Philippines Campaign at the Paskuhan 2023 Networking Event.
This event signifies our commitment to fostering connections, promoting understanding, and embracing the richness of Filipino heritage. The collaborative efforts showcased at Paskuhan 2023 exemplify the spirit of community building. May the echoes of unity reverberate, transcending borders and fostering a sense of belonging for all.
MerRemitly Christmas
The evening shone bright with the Christmas tree lighting, the vibrant parol lantern parade, Remitly’s delightful goodies booth, delicious Filipino cuisine, and an array of exciting games and prizes.
Deepest gratitude to SIPA (Search to Involve Pilipino Americans) for its fantastic venue and hospitality. Special thanks to Remitly for its major sponsorship, contributing immensely to the festive spirit and wonderful atmosphere.
Though the event has ended, the warmth and joy linger on. Here’s to more memorable moments together!
Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Cerritos (FAC3) Winter Wonderland Multi Chamber Mixer
FAC3, alongside President Ellen Rodriguez-Swingg, VP for Events Christine Consunji, VP for Membership Demeven Quirino, VP for Business Development Ron Dizon of Teofilo Coffee Company, and its members hosted the festivities at the Ikea Winter Wonderland Multi-Chamber Mixer Event with Claremont Chamber of Commerce Glendora Chamber of Commerce Pomona Chamber San Dimas Chamber of Commerce El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce.
Let’s keep forging connections, nurturing collaborations, and cultivating a dynamic business community!
FACCGLA SUNBITES
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Happy holidays to all!
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