Ellen is a dedicated accountant, non-profit treasurer, and a Filipino American small business & professional community advocate with nearly two decades of experience in financial management. She earned her Master’s degree in Accounting and owns a business and tax solutions company called Framework Accounting.
As an accountant, Ellen has worked with a variety of business and nonprofit clients. Her expertise includes financial reporting based on US GAAP, tax planning, and budgeting. She has a keen eye for detail and is known for her ability to streamline financial processes and identify cost-saving opportunities.
In her role as a non-profit treasurer, Ellen oversees the financial operations of the organizations and ensures that funds are allocated appropriately. She is responsible for maintaining accurate records of all financial transactions, creating financial reports, and presenting financial statements to the Board of Directors. Her dedication to financial transparency and accountability has earned her the trust and respect of her colleagues and clients alike.
Ellen is a committed Christ follower and is passionate about giving back to her community. She is actively involved in various nonprofit organizations. She currently sits as the President of the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Cerritos (FAC3), Senior Director for Finance & Treasury of the Coalition of Filipino American Chambers of Commerce (COFACC), Treasurer of the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Foundation (FACCF), and Sister Recorder of the University of the Philippines Phi Delta Alpha Sorority- US Chapter (UPPDA-US).
Education:
BA Political Science – University of the Philippines Diliman
BS Accounting – Western Governors University
MS Accounting – Western Governors University