Executive Director’s Notes- August 2011

Greetings from the Filipino- American Chamber of Commerce, Los Angeles!

It’s hard to believe that more than half of 2011 is already over! It’s going to be a BUSY and exciting remainder of the year for our Chamber. In addition to our planned August Mixer, in mid- September we are planning a special Mixer in Panorama City, to be held at the Island Pacific Plaza- more details to follow soon.

Members of our Chamber are going to Portland, Oregon attend the Federation of Philippine American Chambers of Commerce (FPACC) Convention and Trade show. More details below*...

On September 10 and 11 we will be at Point Fermin, San Pedro CA for FPAC 20, the 20^th Anniversary of the Festival of Philippine Arts & Culture. More than 20,000 people attend the Festival each year, so if you are looking to promote your business, service, product or event, this is an opportunity you should not miss! Contact me for details: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Already, plans are being implemented to hold our Business Expo in the City of Carson on October 15^th, 2011. We will be in the Carson mall, and this is another event serious businesspeople should attend! We will have booths, entertainment, food, and networking of course... again, more to follow!

On November 18^th we will be putting on a CONCERT! “Halo HaloDay!” is coming your way! Be prepared to be entertained on this magical night! This is a fundraiser for our Entrepreneurial programs, and we hope you come out and support this wonderful and worthwhile project!

*More info on the FPACC event:

The following are the FACC-LA delegates:

Rodel Lumanog, President

Maryanne Omega, VP

Leo Maranan, President Emeritus

Noel Omega, President Emeritus

Annabelle Espinosa, Member, Board of Directors

Shirley Lumanog, Member, Board of Directors

Thelma Calabio, 2010 Member, Board of Directors

Portland, Oregon -- a city known for its many bridges -- is the host site for the bi-national convention of Filipino American chambers of commerce. "Bridging the River of Change" is this year's theme when attendees convene on August 18 through 21, 2011 at the Hilton Portland.

WHAT: The 2011 FPACC (Federation of Philippine American Chambers of Commerce) Bi-National Convention

WHEN: August 18 to August 21, 2011

WHERE:

The Hilton Portland & Executive Tower

921 SW Sixth Avenue

Portland, Oregon 97204

(503)226-1611

Please show your support by registering for the Convention at FPACCPDX.org.

Dr. Yolanda Ortega Stern, FPACC's President Emerita, and well-known philanthropist and author, is the Mistress of Ceremonies and Gala Host for the convention's Gala Night & Dinner.

Check out their website: http://www.fpacc.com/content/

All these events come with numerous Sponsorship and promotional opportunities!

For inquiries please email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Or call:

Vangie Crowther, Secretary 

FACC- LA

(818) 558-7912

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Mabuhay!

Joe Arciaga

Executive Director & Co- Founder

FACC-LA

(818)809-8542

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