FREE U.S. CITIZENSHIP Application Workshop by The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of LA on May 18th

The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Los Angeles (FACC-LA) and the Filipino American Service Group, Inc (FASGI) presents

FREE U.S. CITIZENSHIP (N-400) APPLICATION WORKSHOP
WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 2013 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

WHERE: St. Genevieve Church – Madonna Hall
14061 Roscoe Blvd., Panorama City, CA 91402

FREE SERVICES WILL BE PROVIDED:
• We will help you fill out Citizenship Application form N-400
• FREE consultation by Immigration Lawyer
• FREE application assistance
• FREE application review by a lawyer
• FREE citizenship study materials

FEE WAIVER is available, certain criteria must be met to be eligible.
Appointment is necessary.

For more details contact:
FACC-LA @ (888) 602-3280 or Jeanette @ (213) 483-9804 ext 205

www.FACC-SFV.org

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Mary Ann R. Omega is the New President of The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce LA for 2013

Mary Ann R. Omega is the New President of The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Los Angeles for the term year 2013.

The 2013 Officers & Board Members Induction Ceremony and General Membership Assembly was held on Saturday, February 16, 2013 from 7:00 pm until 1:00 am at May Flower Seafood Restaurant’s – Function Room located 679 N. Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

~Mary Ann Omega, President

Filipino American Chamber of Commerce LA.

2013 Officers and Board of Directors

Term Effective January 1st to December 31st

Mary Ann R. Omega, President

Shirley Lumanog, Vice President

Vangie Tabberrah, 2nd Vice President

Mary G. Trinidad, Secretary

Lulu Mercado, Treasurer

2013 Board of Directors

Gladys Balallo

Gemma Bergstrom

Bob Crowther

Nick Delicana

Paul Kao

Rodel Lumanog

Vic Daza Mercado

Ed Sowa

Roy Tabberrah

Legal Advisor

ATTY. ROMAN P. MOSQUEDA

Advisors/Founders/President Emeritus

VIC DAZA-MERCADO (2012)

RODEL LUMANOG (2011)

RICK ROLDA (2010) *

LEO MARANAN (2007 to 2009) *

NOEL S.V. OMEGA (2005 to 2007) *

JOE ARCIAGA (Adviser/Co-Founder) *

(Co-Founder *)

Editor’s Note: Congratulations to Mary Ann R. Omega for been elected as the New President of The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Los Angeles for the year 2013. We want to wish her the best during her term and we are so happy and proud for her accomplishment. Also we want to Congratulate the rest of the new 2013 Officers and Board of Directors of FACC Los Angeles. Diversity News Magazine from Diversity News Publications are proud active media partners and members of the FACC-LA.

The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce LA 2013 Induction Ceremony and General Membership Assembly

The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce LA is hosting their 2013 Officers & Board Members Induction Ceremony and General Membership Assembly.

The event will be held on Saturday, February 16, 2013 from 7:00 pm until 1:00 am at May Flower Seafood Restaurant’s – Function Room located 679 N. Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

The event will also feature a soft launch of the upcoming Federation of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce (FPACC) Bi-National Conference.

The cost to attend is: $25. = 8 courses of food, entertainment & lots of raffle prizes. For more information see flyer or visit http://www.facc-sfv.org/

Editor’s Note: Congratulations to the new 2013 Officers and Board of Directors of FACC Los Angeles. Diversity News Magazine from Diversity News Publications are proud active media partners and members of the FACC-LA.

Noel S.V. Omega and Boy Lizaso honored at 1st Annual Fil-Am Image Awards 2013

On Friday, January 4, 2013 Mutch Carino from Maxx Promos and John James Sacramento from Kabayan Entertainment Presented the 1st Annual Fil-Am Image Awards 2013 Benefiting SIPA (Search to Involve Pilipino Americans) at Florentine Gardens located at 5951 Hollywood Blvd, in Hollywood, California 90028 from 7:00 pm to 2:00 am.

The Award categories were: Legends, Icons, Leaders, Luminary – Fashion and Beauty and Fabulous Filipinas.

Some of the awardees were: Boy Lizaso, Noel S.V. Omega, Bernardo Bernando, Jannelle So, Mary Lyn T. Sanga, Benny Uy, Lorian Fausto and many more.

Among the awardees were actress/model and Queen of the Universe 2013 pageant contestant Golsa Sarabi, Philippine CONSULATE GENERAL LA Consul General Maria Hellen M. Barber-de la Vega and many more.

(Please click on the photos to view them regular size).

“Thanks to all my friends, colleagues and supporters who came to witness the 1st Annual Filipino-American Image Awards at the Florentine Gardens in Hollywood last night! Receiving the Leadership Award in Community Service was a humbling yetgratifying experience – an affirmation of our passion in our various circles. Congratulations to my co-awardees: FASO Maestro Robert Shroder, Producer/Director Vic Perez, Photojournalists Benny Uyand Jess Espanola, Jewelry Designer/Entrepreneur Maryann Samadi, Fashion and Look Luminaries Cherry E. Ordonez and Manman Legaspi, Publisher Mildred Deang, Haute Couture Legend Boy Lizaso III, and Fabulous Filipina Beauties Erina Lightholderand Evien Obracevic. I had a blast!” said Noel S.V. Omega, Leader Image Award Recipient.

Noel S.V. Omega to received the Leader Award which is awarded to acclaimed forerunners in their profession, whether in business, community service or the arts. Their leadership is impeccable and their achievements are exceptional. They can be considered as the movers and shakers in the community.

About Noel S.V. Omega:
Noel S. V. Omega is the charter co-founder of the Filipino-American Chamber of Commerce of Los Angeles and is the founder/principal consultant of Omega Quadrant. Noel studied Electronics and Computer Engineering at Cal State L.A. and later switched to Computer Systems and Programming at the ComputerLearningCenter in Los Angeles.

Noel worked as a software development manager at various Fortune 500 companies and taught computer programming in the 1980’s. In the 1990’s, Noel was awarded various U.S. Patents in software technology and design while working as a Software Engineering and Development Manager at Xerox Corporation.

Noel joined the San Fernando Valley Filipino-American Chamber of Commerce (SFVFACC) in 2003 as its P.R.O. When he was elected as the chamber president in 2005, he incorporated SFVFACC and established its charter beyond the San Fernando Valley. This culminated in its name change to the Filipino-American Chamber of Commerce of Los Angeles (FACC-LA) in 2011. He currently serves as president emeritus and advisor for FACC-LA.

Noel serves in various boards including: Jose P. Rizal Monument Movement, Inc. and L.A. Brilliant Lions Club. He also served as a board member for the L.A. Mission College Foundation, Valley VOTE and various other community organizations. He advocates business ownership and works closely with various chambers and all levels of government to help develop viable economic alternatives through free enterprise.

Boy Lizaso received the Legend Award which is awarded to community leaders who have distinguished themselves in their field of endeavor for at least twenty (20) years and have continued to be successful in the same profession.

Their exemplary career accomplishments are legendary and it has made them an inspiration to many.

About Boy Lizaso: 
Boy Lizaso, that’s his stage name is an Actor, Producer, Fashion Designer and Owner of Lizaso Haute Couture.

 

About SIPA:
SIPA enriches and empowers generations of Pilipino Americans and others by providing health and human services, community economic development, and a place where all people of all backgrounds can come together to strengthen community. For more information visit http://www.sipa-online.org/organization

Photos credit to: Carlos Zeron, Bob Delgadillo from Bob Delgadillo Photography and Mollywood Hollywood from Mollywood Photo Productions.

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Boy Lizaso and Noel S.V. Omega to Receive Award at 1st Annual Fil-Am Image Awards Set for January 4, 2013

The First Annual Fil-Am IMAGE AWARDS will be broadcast live as a TV Special on LA-18 and will honor The Legends, Icons, Leaders, Luminaries and Fabulous Filipinas of the Filipino-American community in Los Angeles, CA.

Fil-Am Image Awards event will be held at Florentine Gardens located at 5951 Hollywood Blvd, in Hollywood, California 90028 on Friday, January 4, 2013 from 7:00 pm to 2:00 am. The event to be hosted by Kababayan L.A.’s Jannelle So and Winston Emano.

A Hollywood Night Theme Party to celebrate the New Year 2013!

An Evening of Glitter and Glamour! Red Carpet with L.A.’s Paparazzi

7:00pm – Red Carpet Arrivals
8:00pm – Award Ceremonies
10:30pm – After Party til 2:00am

For the Benefit of SIPA (Search to Involve Pilipino Americans)
www.sipa-online.org

$25 Admission – No Host Bar & Food
Catered Food by L.A. Rose Cafe available for sale
For tickets & info: 818.455.3633

The Award categories are: Legends, Icons, Leaders, Luminary – Fashion and Beauty and Fabulous Filipinas.

Other awardees includes: Bernardo Bernando, Jannelle So, Mary Lyn T. Sanga, Benny Uy, Lorian Fausto and many more.

About Boy Lizaso: 
Boy Lizaso, that’s his stage name is an Actor, Producer, Fashion Designer and Owner of Lizaso Haute Couture.

Boy Lizaso to receive the Legend Award which is awarded to community leaders who have distinguished themselves in their field of endeavor for at least twenty (20) years and have continued to be successful in the same profession.

Their exemplary career accomplishments are legendary and it has made them an inspiration to many.

 

About Noel S.V. Omega:
Is an Information Technology Professional, owner/consultant at Omega Quadrant, event host, voice-over, community leader, Founder and Board Member of The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Los Angeles.

Noel S.V. Omega to receive the Leader Award which is awarded to acclaimed forerunners in their profession, whether in business, community service or the arts. Their leadership is impeccable and their achievements are exceptional. They can be considered as the movers and shakers in the community.

About SIPA:

SIPA enriches and empowers generations of Pilipino Americans and others by providing health and human services, community economic development, and a place where all people of all backgrounds can come together to strengthen community. For more information visit http://www.sipa-online.org/organization

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Editor’s Note: Congratulations to Boy Lizaso and Noel S.V. Omega for their awards. We know they deserved it, because they work hard and contribute so much to our community in many ways.

Dr. Jose P. Rizal statue unveiled in Carson, CA at Dr. Jose P. Rizal Monument Movement and Appreciation Gala Night

Notes from a Diary of a Round Brown Girl: Special Guest Writer Actress Thushari Jayasekera.

I go to a variety of events around town and this weekend I was invited to attend a formal appreciation Gala event. On Saturday September 29^th, 2012 I walked into the elegant lobby of the LAX Westin located 5400 W. Century Blvd., L.A., CA 90045.

Organizers were underway with guest check-in for the inauguration of the Dr. Jose Rizal Monument Gala Appreciation Dinner. Just that morning, the unveiling of the monument had taken place at 9:00am in the Carson International Sculpture Garden located at 701 East Carson St., City of Carson, CA 90749 by the Filipino American Community in Southern California. The statue unveiling was free and open to the public and the gala night tickets were sold for $60.00. (Please click on the photos to view them regular size).

I entered the banquet hall to see beautifully decorated tables, a band set up and rows of chairs for the dignitaries. The ladies were dressed beautifully and most of the gentleman wore the traditional barong. Though I’v seen that type of shirt, I only learned the name this stylish piece of clothing as the barong that morning. The event was emceed by Lydia Solis & Noel Omega. The opening of the Gala consisted of Parade of Colors, The American National Anthem sung by Sara Mislang, the anthem of the Philippines sung by Sam Santiago, Invocation by Rev. Robert Victoria, the Welcome address by Mon’Chito’ G. Mandap, Chairman, JPRMM and brief remarks by Hon. Jim Dear, Mayor of City of Carson.

I love learning about other cultures and I was delighted to learn about Dr. Jose P. Rizal and the Monument Movement at the “In Spirit of Unity and Patriotism”

I met some community members that I had met before. I enjoyed the delicious food and the entertainment. The band Bits n Pieces provided dancing music for the evening. I had fun talking to the other guests at the table where I was seated and even learned a few words of Tagalog.

Dr. Jose P. Rizal is the national hero of the Philippines. He was a primary proponent of peaceful reforms during the Spanish Colonization in the 1800s. Dr. Rizal was a scholar, prolific writer, an anthropologist and traveled to many countries in Asia and Europe.
Monuments of Rizal stand in many other parts of the world and he continues to be recognized globally for his leadership to bring freedom, liberation, and justice through peaceful means to all people. This is the first Rizal monument in the State of California. The Rizal Monument is a gift from the people of the Philippines to the people of Carson, CA. The Unveiling of the Rizal Monument is a Joint Project of Various Filipino-American Organizations with the Support of the City of Carson, California and of the Philippine Consulate General Los Angeles.

Editor’s Note: Thank you to the JPRMM for the invite and specially to Ms. Lydia Solis. Also thank you to Ms. Mary Ann Omega from the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce LA for the additional gala tickets.

Source: Diversity News Magazine

The Unveiling of the statue of Dr. Jose P. Rizal Monument Movement and Appreciation Gala Sept. 29, 2012

FINALLY HE IS HERE! See It, Feel It and Celebrate the Unveiling of the Rizal Monument – A Joint Project of Various Filipino-American Organizations with the Support of the City of Carson, California and of the Philippine Consulate General Los Angeles. The statue of Dr. Jose P. Rizal will be unveil at the International Sculpture Garden, 701 East Carson St., City of Carson, CA 90749 (in front of the Carson Civic/Community Center).

Unveiling Ceremonies:
September 29, 2012 Saturday 9:00am
Carson International Sculpture Garden
701 East Carson St., City of Carson, CA 90749

Expected dignitaries from the Philippines, the United States, and other countries have been invited. Chairpersons for this historic event and legacy are: City of Carson Mayor Jim Dear, Councilman Elito Santarina; Monchito ‘Chito’ Mandap, also chair of the Dr. Jose P. Rizal Monument Movement, and Antero Pagunsan, Kalayaan chair 2012.

For more information contact: Chito (626) 823-8752); Margie Revilla-Garcia of the City of Carson (310) 830-7600 ext. 1150, or Antero (714) 676-6627.

Appreciation Gala Night:
The Westin Los Angeles Airport
5400 W. Century Blvd., L.A., CA 90045.
September 29, 2012 Saturday 6:00pm
Attire: Formal/Barong

Dr. Jose P. Rizal Monument Movement Appreciation Gala will be held at the Westin Los Angeles Airport Hotel, 5400 W. Century Blvd., L.A., CA 90045.

In the spirit of unity and patriotism, everyone is invited. Donation is $60.00. Music by Bits N’ Pieces Band. Attire: Formal/Barong/Filipiniana. For information, contact: Zeny Sabocor (323) 222-6531, Techie T. Quiatchon (818) 458-8080, or chitomandap@sbcglobal.net.

Dr. Jose P. Rizal is the national hero of the Philippines. He was a primary proponent of peaceful reforms during the Spanish Colonialization in the 1800s. Dr. Rizal was a scholar, prolific writer, an anthropologist and traveled to many countries in Asia and Europe.
Monuments of Rizal stand in many other parts of the world and he continues to be recognized globally for his leadership to bring freedom, liberation, and justice through peaceful means to all people. This will be the first Rizal monument in the State of California. The Rizal Monument is a gift from the people of the Philippines to the people of Carson, CA.


About Jose Rizal:
José Protacio Mercado Alonzo y Realonda Rizal^[4] (June 19, 1861 – December 30, 1896), was a Chinese Filipino polymath, patriot and the most prominent advocate for reform in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial era. He is regarded as the foremost Filipino patriot and is listed as one of the national heroes of the Philippines by the National Heroes Committee.^[5] His execution day in 1896, now known as Rizal Day, is a national holiday in the Philippines.

Rizal was born to a rich family in Calamba, Laguna and was the seventh of eleven children. He attended the Ateneo Municipal de Manila, earning a Bachelor of Arts, andenrolled in medicine at the University of Santo Tomas. He continued his studies at theUniversidad Central de Madrid in Madrid, Spain, earning the degree of Licentiate in Medicine. He also attended the University of Paris and earned a second doctorate at the University of Heidelberg.

Rizal was a polyglot, conversant in twenty-two languages.^[6][7][8][9] He was a prolific poet, essayist, diarist, correspondent, and novelist whose most famous works were his two novels, Noli me Tangere and El filibusterismo.^[10] These social commentaries on Spanish rule formed the nucleus of literature that inspired peaceful reformists and armed revolutionaries alike.

As a political figure, José Rizal was the founder of La Liga Filipina, a civic organization that subsequently gave birth to the Katipunan^[11] led by Andrés Bonifacio, which wouldstart the Philippine Revolution against Spain, leading to the foundation of the First Philippine Republic under Emilio Aguinaldo. He was a proponent of achieving Philippine self-government peacefully through institutional reform rather than through violent revolution, although he would support “violent means” as a last resort.^[12] Rizal believed that the only justification for national liberation and self-government is the restoration of the dignity of the people, saying “Why independence, if the slaves of today will be the tyrants of tomorrow?”^[13] The general consensus among Rizal scholars is that his execution by the Spanish government ignited the Philippine Revolution. For more information visit http://www.joserizal.ph/

Sources:  Wikipedia, Asian Journal
Photos credit to: Wikepedia, Dr. Jose P. Rizal Monument Movement
Flyer credit to: Dr. Jose P. Rizal Monument Movement

Filipino-American Chamber of Commerce LA Open House and General Membership Assembly August 23, 2012

You are cordially invited on
THURSDAY, August 23, 2012 from 6:30 pm to 9 pm
OPEN HOUSE & GENERAL MEMBERSHIP ASSEMBLY
5121 Van Nuys Blvd., 2nd Floor
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Tel. (818) 802-6888

The General Membership Assembly is an opportunity to meet other members of the Chamber.

•    NETWORKING
•    ADVOCACY
•    CREATING OPPORTUNITIES

Learn to access your benefits as an FACC-LA member. Learn to access your financial assistance and resources.

FREE Admission.
FREE Parking in the building if you arrive before 7 pm
Street parking is available after 7 pm

Hors D’oeuvres & Drinks will be served.
Lots of raffles prizes and gifts for all attendees.
Bring lots of business cards.

For more details, please give us a call for any questions you may have.
We will look forward to see you this coming Thursday evening, August 23rd at 6:30 pm and up.

FACC-LA in Action at United Chambers of Commerce of San Fernando Valley Annual Mega Mixer 2012 Hosted by Galpin Motors

On Thursday, June 28, 2012 The United Chambers of Commerce of San Fernando Valley held their 2012 Annual Mega Mixer hosted by Galpin Motors from 6:00 pm. to 8:30 pm. at 15600 Roscoe Boulevard in the City of Van Nuys, CA 91406. The event with over 500 people in attendance was sponsored by various area chambers, including The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Los Angeles.

Some of the Board of Directors, Officers and Members of The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Los Angeles were present in action. Mary Ann Omega, FACC-LA Vice President was welcoming people to the chamber booth by introducing the FACC-LA membership benefits and thanking them for stopping by. As well other chambers from the area took part of this networking and mixer opportunity.

The event featured a cash bar, complimentary appetizers and music. The event ticket prices were $15 if payment received by June 14 (deadline for early bird), $20 if payment received from June 15 to June 25 (for Members) and $30 if payment received from June 26 to June 28 and if payments receive at the door/non-members/guests not listed.

About The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce LA: The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Los Angeles (FACC -LA), est. 2001 is a 501c(6) nonprofit organization (Tax I.D.#54-2171511). The FACC-LA was founded in 2001 and continues to promote and further the interests of the Los Angeles business community. As part of the ongoing effort to grow the business community, FACC-LA thrives and ensures maximum return of business owner’s investment of time, energy and dollars. They further develop ways and means to advance the interests of businesses. They provide resources in the growth of existing local businesses and industries as well as providing assistance to new business owners and individuals offering services that will benefit and enhance the quality of life in our society. The chamber also supports and encourages local cultural and civic activities to improve and/ or expand the quality of life in the community. For more information visit http://www.facc-sfv.org.


About The United Chambers of Commerce of San Fernando Valley: The United Chambers of the San Fernando Valley and Region is a coalition of 32 business organizations including twenty member chambers, representing over 21,000 businesses that provide over 387,000 jobs. United Chambers is a non-profit mutual benefit corporation whose roots go back to the turn of the century when business first began to spring up in the Valley. For more information visit http://www.unitedchambers.org/

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The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce LA celebrated Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

On Wednesday, May 16, 2012 The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce LA celebrated Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and general membership meeting at The Beverly Garland Holiday Inn located 4222 Vineland Blvd. in North Hollywood, CA 91602 from 6:00pm to 10:00pm.

The event featured Networking, Workshop/Presentation and Membership Presentation/Recognition. The event was sponsored by Sponsored by: GHCNow.com with USHI and A1 Healthcare. Diversity News Printing Services was the designer of the flyer and Diversity News Magazine media sponsor. Hors D’oeuvres, and drinks were served.



About The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce LA: The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Los Angeles (FACC -LA), est. 2001 is a 501c(6) nonprofit organization (Tax I.D.#54-2171511). The FACC-LA was founded in 2001 and continues to promote and further the interests of the Los Angeles business community. As part of the ongoing effort to grow the business community, FACC-LA thrives and ensures maximum return of business owner’s investment of time, energy and dollars. They further develop ways and means to advance the interests of businesses. They provide resources in the growth of existing local businesses and industries as well as providing assistance to new business owners and individuals offering services that will benefit and enhance the quality of life in our society. The chamber also supports and encourages local cultural and civic activities to improve and/ or expand the quality of life in the community. For more information visit http://www.facc-sfv.org.

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