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The Philippine New York Junior Chamber (Jaycees), Inc. 46th Induction of Officers and Presentation of Members March 14, 2009 Sheraton LaGuardia East Hotel Programme I.

Jaycee Commercial

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Introduction – Emcee: MDVP Aprille P. Aquino

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National Anthems - US National Anthem Star Spangled Banner Philippine National Anthem Lupang Hinirang – Director Armi Piamonte

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Invocation

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Welcome Address by MSVP Mia Fulgado

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Acknowledgement of Special Guests

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Inspirational Speech – Philippine Consul-General Cecile Rebong

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Valedictory Address by 45th President Victor de Leon

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Special Presentation to Immediate Past President Victor de Leon

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Jaycee Video

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Introduction of 46th President Elaine Magalona-Dayoan – Jaime Torrejon

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Candle Ceremony and Installation of the 46th President

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Acceptance Message by President Elaine Magalona-Dayoan

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Introduction and Installation of 2009 Board of Officers

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Presentation of Members

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Toast

XVII. Closing Remarks – MDVP Aprille Aquino XVIII. Jaycee Creed Benediction XIX.

Jaycee Commercial / Mingle

The Philippine–New York Jaycees Why is the Philippine-New York Jaycees Chapter specifically mentioned in the Jaycee Book as “Young Men Can Change the World”? Because our Chapter was the first ethnic chapter in the world. Yes, these young Filipino-Americans changed and continue to change the world. It took two years of debates in the highest levels of the United States Junior Chamber (US Jaycee) and Junior Chamber International (JCI) to secure our charter. Back then, Jaycees were formed only on the basis of well-defined geographical boundaries. It was then such a revolutionary idea. Thus, right at the beginning, we made history and continue to do so. Our Chapter was founded by a group of idealistic young men in the 60’s to serve the social and civic needs of the then fledgling Filipino-American community. The same idealism was handed down from past Jaycee generations to the present. The mantle of leadership has been passed on with an abiding sense of enthusiasm and commitment. The Jaycee Creed, which represents our common belief in the common goodness and inherent abilities in each individual, has successfully thrived in the hearts and minds of the Philippine-New York Jaycees’ officers and members. A few events mark our Chapter. The first was our newsletter (ethnically named in 1975) “Tambuli,” which continues to chronicle our Chapter adventures. The second is our ability to change with the times (we were among the first chapters to admit women members.) The third is our common desire to succeed which is the hallmark of strangers in a strange land. We are proud to pioneer and continue to run projects beneficial to our members and community needs. We welcomed the Democrats to their 1976 national convention. We organized and orchestrated the celebration of Filipino culture at Lincoln Center. We supported Kid’s Day America, which taught children health & overall safety awareness; and environmental & conservation knowledge. We continue to organize health fairs in the community. We conduct personal, professional and career development workshops. We help run the New York City Marathon by giving out water to the runners. We honor excellent community leaders (Distinguished Service Award); conduct seminars for the youth through leadership excellence program (CLEWs); and Outstanding Young New Yorker (OYNY) programs. We support city and state programs (voters registration, recycling campaigns, census and immigration forums); raise funds and conduct awareness programs for local, national and international groups benefiting among the others – street children we are sending to school (Aksyon Agad); Amerasian children (Operation Giftlift); build libraries for poor children (Walk Against Poverty); International Child Care Center; Our Lady of Peace Mission; Little Sisters of the Poor; and the World Trade Center Relief Fund. We organize events (Simbang Gabi) to commemorate Filipino tradition. We collaborate with other organizations such as Building Futures Together, CORE and FAHSI. We proudly march and volunteer at The Philippine Independence Day Parade. We attend meetings with our government leaders in Washington, DC. We are behind many events that benefit our communities, our members and our world. To date, we are the only young group in the community devoted to leadership training of our members and the community through Business Development, Speak-Up, Financial Management, Personal Dynamics, Public Relations, Communication Dynamics, Team Building Skills, Time Management, Write-Ups, International Connections, Networking, and numerous community-oriented projects. The organization of choice for young men and women from 18 to 40 years of age, our Chapter has turned out Filipino-Americans who went on to become leaders in their own areas of expertise and organizations. We are proud of the Philippine New York Jaycees. To whoever reads this history and whose idealism continue to seek direction and purpose and a Creed to live by, come and be a part of the continuing legacy of leadership and excellence.

KONSULADO PANLAHAT NG PILIPINAS

CONSULATE GENERAL OF THE PHILIPPINES New York

Congratulations to the 2009 officers and new members of the Philippine New York Junior Chamber, Inc. headed by 2009 Chapter President Elaine D. Magalona-Dayoan. My warm congratulations too to the 2008 team under Immediate Past President Victor de Leon. The Chapter won many major awards in the 2008 New York State year-end Convention. Among them - the most-coveted Chapter of the Year Award, and the Most Outstanding Local President and Vice-President of the Year Awards. I have great hopes for our Jaycee young leaders. I am sure that the 2009 team will create one more banner year for the Chapter. With all the planned activities for personal and professional development and with the camaraderie and bonds you will create among yourselves, there is no way but to let the synergy explode into positive forces. The leadership training you will get in the organization will surely propel you all to new perspectives and greater advantages. The experiences, the challenges, the networking with the bigger Jaycee community in the United States and in the world, the friendships- all these will surely make this time of your lives truly memorable! And most of all will help make you better Filipino-Americans, better citizens in your communities.

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March 14, 2009 Greetings Philippine NY Jaycees, This year will be a shining year for your chapter. You have an outstanding Board, being led by Elaine Magalona-Dayoan. The Philippine-NY Jaycees have some great projects lined up and I’m sure you’ll have an outstanding year. Being Chapter of the year takes a lot of work, but winning it two years in a row is even tougher. I’m sure your chapter will work even more than last year to obtain the trophy. Good luck and have fun. Stephanie Kingsley 79th President JCI New York State

March 2, 2009 Dear Elaine, It gives me great pleasure to greet the 46th set of Officers and Members of the Philippine-New York Jaycees on your induction on March 14, 2009. I wish I could be with you on this special occasion. We are very proud that you continue to tackle the great tasks we started some forty six years ago. Keep up your excellent work and always be guided by our Jaycee Creed. Again, please accept my warmest congratulations and best regards to one and all. Jayceely yours, ERNESTO L. PILARES Charter President Philippine-New York Jaycees JCI Senator 7077

Jaycees Leadership: Unleashing Potentials 2009 Board of Officers Elaine Magalona-Dayoan Chapter President Aprille P. Aquino VP, Management Dev’t Ted Joseph Martinez VP, Individual Dev’t Almor F. Dayoan VP, Community Dev’t Edwin Ochoa VP, International Affairs Carmencita-Mia Fulgado, Esq. VP, Membership Services

March 14, 2009

Belinda Molina Director

Dear fellow Jaycees, Friends of Jaycees and Guests,

Armi Piamonte Director

On behalf of JCI-New York State Junior Chamber, welcome to the Philippine New York Junior Chamber’s 46th Annual Installation of Officers Ceremony! We are delighted and very grateful to have all of you here to be present with us to help us celebrate this very important occasion, not only to swear in the incoming 2009 Officers but to present the members of our Jaycees organization to the community-at-large.

John Paul Ramos Director Marjerie Rosales Director Mary Reggie Rosales Treasurer Tracy Tabije Auditor Bernadette Olimpo Marketing Director Addie Adams Communications Director Zultan Bermudez Public Relations Officer Webmaster Joe Valdez Tambuli Editor Region South District Director NYS Gov. Gary Abasolo. Esq. Legal Counsel Victor DeLeon Immediate Past President Chairman of the Board Presidential Advisers NYS Gov. Gary Abasolo, Esq. JCI Sen. Ma. Cristina Ramos JCI Sen. Richard Rillera Board Advisers JCI Sen. Jocelyn Bernal JCI Sen. Antero Martinez NYS Gov. Vivian R. Velasco Founded 1963 Incorporated 1972

Having served as the 44th Chapter President in 2007 of this great Philippine New York Jaycees organization, I truly appreciate the hard work and dedication that it takes in creating positive change. Now currently serving as the International Affairs Vice-President (IAVP) of the JCI-New York State Jaycees in 2009, it is my desire and goal that we can all appreciate and share with others the great camaraderie and unity that exists among fellow Jaycees throughout the world. To the incoming 2009 Team of Officers, I only wish the best of luck and good fortune to yet another year of success and great achievements. I am proud to serve as a Presidential Adviser to the incoming 2009 Chapter President, Elaine Magalona-Dayoan. I am quite confident that President Elaine will help to “Unleash the Potentials” that exist in every Jaycee member and every one of us. To all my fellow Jaycees, past and present, our guests and friends of Jaycees who are present for this celebration, thank you very much for your continued support for the Philippine New York Jaycees. It is hoped for that the 2009 Officers and members of our Jaycees organization will continue the chapter’s rich tradition of leadership and excellence and continue to “service humanity” for many more years to come! Yours truly in Jaycee and Friendship,

Gary Abasolo The Philippine New York Chamber (Jaycees), Inc. 44th Chapter President (2007) Legal Counsel & 2009 Presidential Adviser and 2009 JCI-New York State Junior Chamber International Affairs Vice-President (IAVP) & New York State Jaycees Governor (#331)

The Philippine-New York Junior Chamber (Jaycees), Inc. An Affiliate of the New York State Jaycees, the United States Jaycees and Junior Chamber International P.O. Box 634 Grand Central Station, New York, NY 10163 [email protected] • www.philnyjaycees.org

Jaycees Leadership: Unleashing Potentials 2009 Board of Officers Elaine Magalona-Dayoan Chapter President Aprille P. Aquino VP, Management Dev’t Ted Joseph Martinez VP, Individual Dev’t Almor F. Dayoan VP, Community Dev’t Edwin Ochoa VP, International Affairs Carmencita-Mia Fulgado, Esq. VP, Membership Services Belinda Molina Director Armi Piamonte Director John Paul Ramos Director Marjerie Rosales Director Mary Reggie Rosales Treasurer Tracy Tabije Auditor Bernadette Olimpo Marketing Director Addie Adams Communications Director Zultan Bermudez Public Relations Officer Webmaster Joe Valdez Tambuli Editor Region South District Director NYS Gov. Gary Abasolo. Esq. Legal Counsel Victor DeLeon Immediate Past President Chairman of the Board Presidential Advisers NYS Gov. Gary Abasolo, Esq. JCI Sen. Ma. Cristina Ramos JCI Sen. Richard Rillera

March 14, 2009 Greetings Fellow Jaycees and Friends! It is with much delight that I welcome you to The Philippine-New York Junior Chambers’ 46th Induction of Officers and Presentation of Members! This induction marks a very significant beginning for Team 2009. As the year begins with many personal, professional and economic challenges; we can’t help but look back and remember similar circumstances our founding members went through 46 years ago. 1963 was a difficult but an exciting year for our founding members. Establishing our organization in a strange land was not an easy feat, more so maintaining and strengthening our chapter to reach its 46th year! Through all those years, The Philippine-New York Jaycees had its highs and lows but despite its many difficulties, the chapter and its members have remained true to its creed and have succeeded repeatedly. The year 2009 poses a challenge for many of us. However, it is in these situations where opportunities arise. In these times when external resources are not readily available, the ability to shine and be better leaders are exceedingly abundant. That is why this year’s theme of “ U n l e a s h i n g P o t e n t i a l s ” is so fitting. Turbulent times such as these call for creativity, resourcefulness and skill. Through our programs in the areas of Individual, Community & Management Development, Membership Services and International Affairs, we aim to provide our members with avenues to allow them to share their talents; to learn from each other; and to reach within themselves in order to develop their abilities; and most importantly, to U n l e a s h t h e i r P o t e n t i a l s through the Jaycees!

Board Advisers JCI Sen. Jocelyn Bernal JCI Sen. Antero Martinez NYS Gov. Vivian R. Velasco Founded 1963 Incorporated 1972

Elaine D. Magalona-Dayoan 2009 Chapter President

The Philippine-New York Junior Chamber (Jaycees), Inc. An Affiliate of the New York State Jaycees, the United States Jaycees and Junior Chamber International P.O. Box 634 Grand Central Station, New York, NY 10163 [email protected] • www.philnyjaycees.org

March 14, 2009 Fellow JAYCEES; Distinguished Guests; Family; and Friends, It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to The Philippine-New York Junior Chamber's 2009 Installation of Officers and Presentation of New Members. This is an annual rite and tradition, one in which we welcome and herald a fresh group of exciting, young, and motivated individuals to take over the reins of this storied organization. This is why it is such a significant event that is, greatly, anticipated with the arrival of each year; as with any new experience, there is much to look forward to--an opportunity to start with a clean slate; build upon recent successes; learn from shortcomings; execute innovative and bold ideas; and, simply, BE BETTER! How fitting it is, then, that this ceremonial changeover of responsibility--and potential--is set to occur just as we are perched on the doorstep of spring, a season of renewal and rebirth, and how intriguing, as well, that this nation we call home has, recently, experienced its own seamless transition, wherein a pledge was put forth to do what is necessary to effect positive change in our society. We, as this year’s incoming group of leaders, must make AND take that promise to heart as well, if we are to build upon the greatness that has been achieved over the lifetime of this chapter’s existence. We cannot allow ourselves to become content and complacent, simply, because excellence is, often, synonymous with The Philippine-New York Junior Chamber; we have to continue to persevere; be diligent; and remain focused on the challenges at hand. As we look to the months ahead, I urge all of you, my fellow teammates, to act beyond the call of duty; ‘go the extra mile’; and step up when the occasion beckons. For this is how those who follow in our footsteps, will be inspired to reach their own ‘spring’--a re-affirmation of the continuity of leadership--and, ultimately, drive each of us to stand head and shoulders above everyone else. Congratulations, officers, and Godspeed! Yours in JAYCEE spirit,

Victor E. de Leon 2009 Chairman of the Board & Immediate Past President The Philippine-New York Junior Chamber(JAYCEES), Inc.

The Philippine-New York Jaycees Senate Group

An Affiliate of the New York State Jaycees, the US Jaycees and Junior Chamber International 315 8th Avenue, Apt 20-D, New York, New York 10001 USA (347) 612-1389 2005-2009 JCI SENATORS Jocelyn Bernal Senate President Members Flavio Gruezo Carmelito Francisco Max Madridejos, Jr. Albino Varquez Federico Cabahug Sergio Estrada David Armesto, M.D. Herminio Belizario + Ernesto Bella, M.D. + Mario Labot Tomasito Lazaro Rollie Balanza Jean Cua Leonard Camacho Clemence Castillo Efren Mapa Jaime Mapa Richard Rillera J. Antonio Arteche Antero Martinez Penn Baluyot Cristina Ramos Lorii Abela Tony Figueroa Joseph Tieng, Sr. Richard M. Aguinaldo USJ AMBASSADORS Armand De Castro, CPA Steven Elias, Esq. Sergio Estrada Richard Rillera Jocelyn Bernal Antero Martinez George Daco Rene Goicochea Richard Aguinaldo Nicanor Luna Roselyn Barranda NYSJ GOVERNORS Sergio Estrada Elizabeth Sevilla, CLU, ChFc Mary Anne Soriano Richard Rillera J. Antonio Arteche Rollie Balaza Antero Martinez Jocelyn Bernal Juliet Rillera Krizteen Dulay Willi Gamboa Vivian Velasco Gary Abasolo Christina Corcuera

March 14, 2009 Dear Fellow Jaycees and guests, On behalf of the Senators, Ambassadors, Governors and Past Presidents of the Philippine New York Junior Chamber, I would like to extend my congratulations to President Elaine MagalonaDayoan and to the rest of Team 2009. Each year presents unique challenges to overcome and this year is made a little more difficult with the economic conditions around us. But through my years of experience, I have come to realize that the Philippine New York Junior Chamber members have always been able to rise up to meet challenges of the day…to achieve more with the limited resources we have. Perhaps the most important aspect of the Jaycee experience is the personal development that each of us undergoes. The Jaycee experience is not for everyone but for those who do take an active role in this global organization, they will come to realize how much of a better or different person they are. Many Jaycee members have gone on to do great things with other organizations and other communities. I hope that each of you will be able to share what you have learned to others around you so that our world can be a better place for everyone. As I see the culmination of my 16 years of active service to the chapter, I am thankful for the opportunity to have served in various capacities. I have learned so much from my peers and guest speakers through the years. I am proud to have developed the confidence to train others and best of all, I am privileged to have traveled the world to meet motivated Jaycees just like me. I am delighted that President Elaine has taken over the helm of leadership this year… being President is never an easy job but by having a firm vision and a dependable and hardworking team I have no doubt that you will achieve your goals this year. Each Vice President, Director and staff officer plays an important role in the success of the chapter this year. We all have the same 24 hours in a day to do things; it is in how you manage your time, your members, your contacts & resources that guarantees success. TEAM 2009, I wish you all the best during the year. The Senators, Ambassadors and Governors as well as past presidents are more than happy to support you in your endeavors…all you have to do is ask. Have a productive year!

Mabuhay ang Philippine New York Junior Chamber. Mabuhay tayong lahat.

Philippine New York Jaycees Website: www.philnyjaycees.org

In Jaycee Spirit and Friendship,

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It is with great honor to greet the outgoing and incoming sets of officers and members of the JCI Philippine New-York on your 46th Induction and Turnover Ceremonies. To 2008 President Victor de Leon, congratulations for a job well done! No wonder you received the Most Outstanding President! Again, congratulations on that. Your term goes to an end, but I’m sure that you have left a legacy to you local organization. To 2009 President Elaine Magalona-Dayoan, I wish you the best of luck! I am confident that you have what it takes to become a great leader and continue the successes of your predecessors. You have your Board of Directors with you in New York and you have us, JCI Pateros Balut here in the Philippines, to help you in any possible way we can. As one of your sister chapters, JCI Philippine New York will always be a part of our history. We thank you for all the times that your members never forget us whenever they visit the Philippines. We’re looking forward to another fruitful year of friendship and projects that we can share. May God always bless and guide JCI Philippine-New York. Yours in Jayceeism,

JCI Mem. Janice I. Nacional, CLT Local Organization President JCI Pateros Balut, Inc. (Philippines)

In behalf of the 2009 board of JCI Manileña, we would like to extend out warmest congratulations to JCI Philippines New York on your 46th Turn-Over and Induction Ceremony. Through the years, our chapters have nurtured a solid bond of sister chapterhood, one we look forward to cultivating further with you. To immediate past presiden JCI Member Victor de Leon, congratulations for all your accomplishments and dedication to JCI, and to my batchmate 2009 incoming president Elaine Magalona-Dayoan, we look forward to meeting you and wish you all the best during your term. JCI Phils new York has always been an active chapter not just in JCI Intl, but even in JCI Philippines. We know that your chapter will only shine more through the years. Congratulations and God Bless! Yours in Jayceeism, Timi Nubla 2009 President JCI Manileña

In behalf of JCI Makati (Philippines) it is an honor and privilege that I greet our sister chapter Philippine New York Junior Chamber on its 46th Induction of Officers and Presentation Members on March 14, 2009. We congratulate you for being a catalyst of change in your local community. Your efforts have brought your chapter to greater heights with the recent Individual and Chapter Award achieved recently. We are a proud sister chapter, your successes speaks of how great it is to be Filipino, a testament we can make it in the global scene. Good luck in your future endeavors, In everything we do, truly Service to Humanity is the best work of life. Mabuhay! Manuel Paolo J. Laurena 2009 President-JCI Makati Certified National Trainer

Congratulations to PhilNewYork Jaycees for another year of Induction and Turn-over Ceremonies. Your success and awards in the Jaycee movement only prove how Filipinos excel wherever we are. For years that the PhilNewyork Jaycees has stood in the Jaycee movement also showed that there is heroism in each of the Filipino’s heart and we want to make this world a better place for everyone. We are just beginning to solidify our friendship and sisterhood to you as our newest sister chapter in the Jaycee movement. We feel, however, that we’ve already created a strong bond probably because our precious past president JCI Senator Cri-Cri Ramos is an active Ambassador of Goodwill of PhilNewYork. I thank your members and officers for opening the door of sisterhood. Great seas and oceans literally separate us, but our passions to serve the community bind us together. We look forward for a meaningful and happy sisterhood with you. We’ve only just begun… Mabuhay ang PhilNewyork Jaycees! Laiden G. Pedriña President JCI-PERLAS PASAY (Philippines) 2009 PERLAS A.C.E. (Arts, Culture and Empowerment)

Junior Chamber International Junior Chamber International (JCI) JCI is the world’s largest leadership organization with a worldwide community of young active citizens, ages 18-40, who share the belief that in order to create positive change, we must take collective action to improve ourselves and the world around us. Vision: To contribute to the advancement of the global community by providing the opportunity for young people to develop the leadership skills, social responsibility, entrepreneurship and fellowship necessary to create positive change. Mission: To provide development opportunities that empower young people to create positive change. Values (The JCI Creed): We believe: That faith in God gives meaning and purpose to human life; That the brotherhood of man transcends the sovereignty of nations; That economic justice can best be won by free men through free enterprise; That government should be of laws rather than of men; That earth's great treasure lies in human personality; And that service to humanity is the best work of life. JCI Logo: The shield symbol was originally used by the US Junior Chamber to represent “one who protects or defends.” As active citizens, JCI members were and are expected to protect and defend their communities and the world. Originally, the US Junior Chamber used a map of the United States inside the shield. When the organization became international, the map was replaced by the globe symbol, which is a map of the world with the North Pole in the center. It is the exact same globe symbol used in the United Nations logo. As one of the first non-governmental organizations with Special Consultative Status in the UN, JCI was given permission to use the UN symbol within our logo.

name change, with the YMPCA becoming the 'Junior Citizens', colloquially 'JCs' or 'Jaycees'. The St. Louis Junior Chamber of Commerce then asked them to adopt the name 'Junior Chamber of Commerce'. After World War I, the organization contacted similar groups in the United States. A pamphlet describing the 'St. Louis Plan' was sent in response to questions regarding the group and invitations were issued for a caucus. When the proceedings opened in St. Louis on January 21, 1920 with 30 cities represented. A provisional constitution was adopted until a convention could be held in June. With the adoption of a provisional constitution and the election of officers, the national Junior Chamber movement was born. Henry Giessenbier won election as provisional president of the U.S. Junior Chamber of Commerce (USJCC) by acclamation, and was joined by other officers from St. Louis; El Paso and Dallas Texas; Terre Haute, Indiana; and Springfield, Massachusetts. The 'United States Junior Chamber of Commerce' was established with 29 clubs from around the nation. On May 14, 1925 Lincoln Junior Chamber JCI UK was formed, thought to be the first Junior Chamber outside the United States. A Birmingham branch was formed in 1927, followed the same year by a Sheffield branch and by a Nottingham branch in early 1928. By the time officials from the U.S. Junior Chamber visited England in 1928, there were already eleven functioning chambers. In 1929, Douglas Jelley, President of 'Northampton Jaycees' visited the United States for the first time, which was followed by a visit by a delegation of three Sheffield Members led by W.G. Ibberson to the annual convention of the U.S. Junior Chamber in Brooklyn in 1930. The first formal attempts to form an international organization came at the Los Angeles Olympic Games in 1932 when an International Executive Committee was formed. However the U.S Junior Chamber was not sure whether this was a separate organization or one of their own committees. The U.S. Junior Chamber official history does not record that the group evolved into anything more than a loose grouping of member nations with the U.S., Canada, England, Mexico, New Zealand, Australia and Colombia. In 1936, at the national conference in Liverpool representatives from several countries determined to form an International Junior Chamber, but this appears to have been overlooked when JCI was eventually formed.

Each JCI Organization used a version of this mark with their organization name incorporated in their own way, until in 2003 all Junior Chamber organizations were asked to unite under the name JCI and follow the current version of the JCI Corporate Identity Guidelines.

In 1940, a resolution was passed by JCI USA approving a program to further mutual interests among countries in Central and South America. This led to the establishment of JCI organizations in Mexico City, Guatemala City, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama City in 1943.

History: The Young Men's Progressive Civic Association (YMPCA) was formed in October 13, 1915 which grew to membership of 750 in less than five months. 1916 saw a

A meeting took place in Mexico City in December 1944 which was billed as an Inter-America Meeting at which representatives of the U.S.A. and seven Latin American countries attended and it was at this meeting that the

decision to form Junior Chamber International (JCI) was taken. It was resolved to hold a further meeting in Panama City in 1946. In 1944, the first international conference was held in Mexico City. Raul Garcia Vidal of Mexico was elected JCI's first President. The countries that originally formed JCI were Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama and the United States of America. The First JCI World Congress Junior Chamber International would come into formal being at the First World Congress in Panama at the end of February in 1946. It was attended by 44 delegates from 16 different countries. Presided over by Erasmo Chambonnet of Panama, since JCI President Raul Garcia Vidal was ill and unable to attend, the delegates approved a temporary Constitution and set for themselves a list of purposeful resolutions which all in attendance agreed to follow. Erasmo Chambonnet of Panama was elected the second JCI President at that JCI Congress, and Australia and Canada were officially affiliated.

(MDGs), a set of time-bound and measurable goals and targets for combating poverty, as a framework for positive change in the community. In the 2003 JCI Summit at the United Nations, JCI took over the responsibility to contribute to the efforts of the UN and presented a resolution supporting the UN Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). In the 2004 Summit JCI decided to focus on the promotion of the MDGs 1 and 6 in Africa/Middle East, MDG 1 in Asia/Pacific, MDGs 4 and 8 in the Americas and MDG 8 in Europe. The 2008 UN Leadship Summit in New York focussed on Corporate Social Responsibility and the UN Global Compact. The summit initiated cooperation on the subject with International Chamber of Commerce. Also some time was devoted to Malaria No More. In 2009, the JCI Leadership Summit will be held in Geneva,Switzerland due to the renovation of the UN Building in New York.

In 1948, the JCI Creed was officially adopted at the IV JCI World Congress in Rio de Janeiro, and in 1952 a permanent JCI Headquarters was established. In 2002, after more than 30 years in Coral Gables, Florida, the JCI Headquarters moved to Chesterfield, Missouri.

JCI TOYP The JCI Ten Outstanding Young Persons (JCI TOYP) of the World program is intended to formally recognize young people who excel in their chosen fields and thus exemplify the best attributes of the world's young people.

Area Conferences Every year JCI hosts regional meetings (known as 'Area Conferences') intended to give each local and national organization of that area the opportunity to participate in training, conduct regional and global business and address global issues.

JCI CYEA The JCI Creative Young Entrepreneur Award (JCI CYEA) is a new international award which was designed specifically to recognize outstanding young entrepreneurs. This award is administered by JCI in partnership with Flanders District of Creativity. This award attempts to recognise exceptional young entrepreneurs and the role of creativity in their success.

2009 Area Conferences Africa and the Middle East - Yamoussoukro, Cote d'Ivoire Held from May 20-23, 2009 Asia and Pacific - Nagano, Japan Held from June 4-7, 2009 The Americas - San Juan, Puerto Rico Held from May 6-9, 2009 European - Budapest, Hungary Held from June 10th - June 14th World Congress Every year in November JCI host the 'JCI World Congress'. This is an international meeting when every national organization from the four areas come together for training, events and to cast their vote for the changes to be made the following year. The 64th World Congress is to be hosted by JCI Tunis in Hammamet, Tunis on November 16th 2009 for five days. At this meeting the national organizations will cast their votes towards the election for 2009. JCI UN Summit JCI has a Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) since 1954. JCI Organizations use the UN Millennium Development Goals

JCI BBP The JCI Best Business Plan (JCI BBP) Competition runs annually on a local level. Business plans are submitted, and the best is chosen by a panel of judges. JCI World Public Speaking Championship The JCI World Public Speaking Championship takes one candidate per NOM for its Area Conference championships. The winner at each Area Conference goes to the world final at the JCI World Congress. Candidates may speak in any of the JCI correspondent languages; English, French, Spanish, or Japanese. JCI World Debating Championship The JCI World Debating Championship is a tournament with teams of three members. A team normally represents a single NOM. The world championship has three separate classes; English, French, and Spanish. The Area Conference championships are formally separate from the world championship. The European Conference championship has three classes; English, French, and German.

2009 Leadership Team

Junior Chamber International (JCI) Jun Sup Shin (SOUTH KOREA), JCI President Graham Hanlon (IRELAND), Immediate Past President Michelle M.McAllister (USA). General Legal Counsel Kentaro Harada (JAPAN), Treasurer Americas Camilo Figueroa (COLOMBIA), Executive Vice President Kevin Alson (USA), Vice President Ariel Adjimon (USA) Vice President Rainelda Maduro (DUTCH CARIBBEAN), Vice President Luisa Maldonado (BOLIVIA), Vice President Asia and the Pacific Rafael Dizon III (PHILIPPINES), Executive Vice President Terumasa Kitakimi (JAPAN), Vice President James Tsui (HONG KONG), Vice President Farzana Chowdhury (BANGLADESH), Vice President Tae Gun Lee (SOUTH KOREA), Vice President

New York State Junior Chamber (NYS Jaycees) Stephanie Kingsley, State President Shonda Ranson, Immediate Past President Patricia Benda, VP, Business Development Paul Song, VP, Membership Services Gary Abasolo, Esq., VP, International Affairs Christina Corcuera, VP, Community Development Mel Robinson II, VP, Individual Development Mark Napierkowski, Region Central Director Gina Pellettieri, Esq., Region South Director Danielle Russell, Region West Director Kim Lambert, Treasurer Melissa George, Membership Director Debra Goodstein, Executive Director Michelle Muldoon, Presidential Assistant The Philippine-New York Junior Chamber (Jaycees) “Jaycees Leadership: Unleashing Potentials” Elaine Magalona-Dayoan, Chapter President

Africa and the Middle East Roland Kwemain (CAMEROON), Executive Vice President Dike Paschal Obinna (NIGERIA), Vice President Marie-Annick BIDI (COTE D'IVOIRE), Vice President Anis Chehibi (TUNISIA), Vice President Victorien Tougouma (BURKINA FASO), Vice President Europe Kjersti Bergsaker-Aspoy (NORWAY), Executive VP Sayanaa Lkhagvasuren (MONGOLIA), Vice President Anthony Noronha (INDIA), Vice President Bertolt Daems (NETHERLANDS), Vice President Konstantina Sakellariou (GREECE), Vice President Arna Bjork Gunnarsdottir (ICELAND), Vice President United State Junior Chamber (US Jaycees) John Weber (ND), National President Denice O’Neil (TN), Chairman of the Board Jeffrey Lank (DE), Chief of Staff Brian Hostetter (IN), Treasurer Erica Monk (KY), Chaplain National Vice Presidents Travis Ahlquist (MN) - AK, FL, MD, ND, SD, WY Joanie Cramer (NC) - AZ, MN, MS, MO, MT, VA, WY Bethany K. Huffman (TN) - AR, CO, ID, IA, UT, WI Brian Kavanaugh (NE) - CA, GA, HI, KY, NV, OK Chrystal Ramsay (FL) - LA, OH, MI, NJ, NY, RI,, TX Lester Stearns (SD) - AL, ME, MA, NE, TN, VT Patrick Tomiyasu (HI) - IL, IN, PA, OR, NM, WY Patrick Wallen (NY) - CT, DE, KS, NH, NC, SC

Aprille P. Aquino, VP, Management Development Ted Joseph Martinez, VP, Individual Development Almor F. Dayoan, VP, Community Development Edwin Ochoa, VP, International Affairs Carmencita-Mia Fulgado, Esq., VP, Membership Services Belinda Molina, Director Armi Piamonte, Director John Paul Ramos, Director Marjerie Rosales, Director Mary Reggie Rosales, Treasurer Tracy Tabije, Auditor Bernadette Olimpo, Marketing Director Addie Adams, Communications Director Zultan Bermudez, Public Relations Officer & Webmaster Joe Valdez, Tambuli Editor & Region South District Director NYS Gov. Gary Abasolo. Esq., Legal Counsel Victor de Leon Immediate Past President & Chairman of the Board Presidential Advisers NYS Gov. Gary Abasolo, Esq. JCI Sen. Ma. Cristina Ramos JCI Sen. Richard Rillera Board Advisers JCI Sen. Jocelyn Bernal JCI Sen. Antero Martinez NYS Gov. Vivian R. Velasco

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Team 2009

Jaycees Leadership: Unleashing Potentials

Elaine Magalona-Dayoan 2009 Chapter President Elaine Magalona-Dayoan is a well-disciplined, straightforward and determined leader of one of the local chapters of the world’s largest leadership organization – Junior Chamber International. Over the years, Elaine has been an active and enthusiastic participant in the FilipinoAmerican community through her involvement in two organizations: The Philippine-New York Junior Chamber (Jaycees) and University of the Philippines Alumni Association in New York (UPAA-NY). As an active U.P. alumna in New York, Elaine was a part of the team that raised $10,000.00 for the Adopt-a-Scholar Project for the benefit of current students in the University. Elaine was also a part of the team that brought projects like Summer Fling, La Visa Loca Movie Premiere in New York City, Champagne Brunch with University Chancellor and Brunch with the University President. Elaine was the association’s Secretary from 2006-2008 and was recently elected to the position of Vice-President. As a Jaycee, Elaine held a number of positions which she managed and handled in a remarkable manner. Before becoming a Chapter President, Elaine held the positions of Director, Individual Development Vice President (IDVP) and Management Development Vice President (MDVP) for two consecutive years. As an MDVP, Elaine supervised the chapter’s biggest fundraising project (Spooktacular Halloween Jam) in 2006 which raised a significant amount of funds to help sustain the chapter’s operations. In the same year, Elaine conceptualized and supervised a highly successful life-coaching seminar, in collaboration with The Philippine Consulate, which featured a team of coaches & mentors from the International Coach Federation of New York City. As an IDVP, Elaine supervised projects like Investment Seminar for Young Professionals; Seminar on Leadership and Integrity; and Future Officers Training Workshops focusing on topics such as Communication, Life Management, Branding & Work-Life Balance. This seminar featured speakers and experts from Animal Planet, Fox Broadcasting Corporation & a three-time Olympian. Through Elaine’s ability to motivate and guide members; her strong leadership skills; and personalized approach, she has been recognized by The Philippine-New York Jaycees and The New York State Jaycees as one of its consistent achievers. The Philippine New York Junior Chamber recognized her Most Outstanding Vice President of the Year (2006) and Outstanding Vice President and Director (2007). In Region South, she was presented with the Outstanding Rookie of the Year award in 2005. In 2006, the New York State Junior Chamber presented Elaine with the Outstanding Chapter Vice President award for the 2nd Quarter. In addition, she was awarded with the Most Outstanding Chairman’s Planning Guide for the project “Taking the Lead in your Life”, cowritten with Mary Reggie Rosales, in the 2nd Qtr of 2006. The Chairman’s Planning Guide for the project Spooktacular Halloween Jam, co-authored by Aprille Aquino, was judged as the Most Outstanding Planning Guide for the Year. In 2008, Elaine was recognized as an Outstanding Local Vice President in New York State for the 3rd Session and Most Outstanding for the year. As a Chapter President, Elaine is not planning to rest on her laurels. She is determined to lead her team to yet another successful year. Although she believes awards and recognitions are sources of encouragement and motivation, Elaine puts a great deal of importance in bringing out the best in each individual member and bringing them together despite individual uniqueness. Elaine deeply believes in two lines of the Jaycee Creed which say, “…That the Brotherhood of Men Transcends the Sovereignty of Nation; and That Earth’s Great Treasure Lies in Human Personality.” Elaine firmly believes that if each Jaycee is encouraged to

share his talent and ideas – whether it is creative, entrepreneurial or professional – with another individual; and if they are given an avenue to apply those talents and ideas in real-life opportunities, then the ability of that Jaycee to become a good and effective leader is on its road to flourish. Elaine hopes that under her leadership, she can inspire Jaycee members to realize their talents and reach out to unleash their potentials. Elaine is determined to unleash the potentials of Jaycee Members so they can all maximize their abilities, share their talents, and grow to become innovative leaders of this community. Elaine was born and raised in the Manila, Philippines. She acquired her Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Communication from the University of the Philippines and is currently working as a Human Resources Professional at Nippon Life Insurance Company of America. She is married to her best friend, Almor F. Dayoan and they live with a feline named Tobi. Aprille P. Aquino Management Development Vice President Aprille P. Aquino met PP/Senator Antero Martinez during her first date with her now husband Nonong Aquino. Knowing that she was new in the country he gave his sales pitch about the Jaycees and Aprille was intrigued and decided to join the chapter. She became a member in 2006 and since then she has been participating in different Jaycee projects. She served as a Secretary in 2006 where she chaired two projects, one of which was a very successful Halloween fundraising event. The Chairman’s Planning Guide for the Spooktacular Halloween Event was awarded by the state as Most Outstanding for the year. In 2007, she took on the position of Community Development Vice President and in 2008 she was the Public Relation’s Officer. This year she is serving as Management Development Vice President. For her, this position is very challenging since it deals with the operation and managing of the chapter. Aprille was born and raised in the Philippines and the eldest amongst three siblings of Arnel and Cel Piamonte. Her sister, Armi is also a member of the chapter and is serving as a Director. Aprille is a graduate of Bachelors of Science in Computer Science and Information Technology in Asia Pacific College and is also a Microsoft Certified IT Professional. She and her husband Nonong welcomed their daughter Marielle Audrey last May 5, 2008. Ted Martinez Individual Development Vice President Ted Martinez is the Individual Development Vice President for 2009. He has been a proud member of the Jaycee since January 2003. Ted has participated in different Jaycee events. Last year he served as the Community Development Vice President. One of the projects that he organized was a “Floatacious” Fundraising which raised money for the float rental to be used in the Philippine Independence Day Parade. Ted likes spontaneous activities, going to numerous events and food. He is a happy go-lucky guy who enjoys adventurous activities such as sky diving, skiing, whitewater rafting and traveling. He is an event planner by profession. Almor Dayoan Community Development Vice President Almor Dayoan joined the Philippine New York Jaycees in 2005 and since then has chaired projects, and become a vital part of this chapter

with his constant support and dedication. Almor chaired the 2005 Philippine Independence Day Parade March for the chapter and has participated in various projects such as the Making Strides against Breast Cancer Walk, Spooktacular Halloween Jam and City Santa. After only a year of joining, he has held various positions in the chapter such as Treasurer, Director and Auditor. He has garnered recognition from The Philippine-New York Chapter and New York State Jaycees as Very Important Partner for the 4th Quarter of 2006 (New York State) and Very Important Partner of the Year (The Philippine-New York Jaycees). Almor graduated from Hunter College with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Accounting. He currently works as a Junior Business Manager for Kinetic Worldwide which holds the world’s largest portfolio for out of home advertising. Some of their clients include Miller Coors, Boost Mobile and AT&T. Almor is also an avid professional wresting fan and like his in-ring idols, he possesses the charisma and technical prowess that has proven his leadership skills in his professional career and in the Philippine New York Jaycees. Almor will serve as Community Development Vice President for 2009 and is looking to continue the legacy of Past Community Development Vice Presidents. Edwin Ochoa International Affairs Vice-President Edwin Ochoa (known by some as Mr. Ocho Ocho) joined the Philippine New York Junior Chamber in April 2007. He was motivated by a challenge to improve the chapter’s website. He quickly signed on as web administrator and started to rebuild the website from scratch. Today, through Edwin’s diligence, chapter members can now appreciate words such as “JOOMLA”, web marketing, reaching your audience and unique visitors to a site…of course, keeping an eye on opportunities to share the web space with our sponsors. The chapter website has become the first place to engage potential and current members. It has expanded its capacity to now include chats, videos, forums, event planning and web based newsletter. New York State took notice and this website was recognized as the best in the state. It is now up for National awards consideration and may soon be a contender in the worldwide stage. Edwin was elected as 2008 director and web administrator and he will continue to serve the chapter as 2009 IAVP. Although he usually does not like being in the limelight, Edwin’s technical skills has helped to propel him into the forefront of projects such as the Year end celebration (2006), the Presidential Gala (2008) and 45th anniversary celebration (Oct 2008). Edwin is currently an IT Manager at Kintetsu International and is the proud father to 8 year old EJ and 16 year old Carmen. Carmencita-Mia Fulgado Membership Services Vice President Carmencita-Mia Q. Fulgado is Membership Services Vice President for 2009. She has been a member since October 2007. She has been active in several projects since she joined such as the Philippine Independence Day Parade Float Committee (June 2008), Volunteer, ING New York City Marathon (November 2008), Narrator, Simbang Gabi at the Philippine Consulate (December 2008), and served as Project Chair for the 2009 Induction. She joined the Philippine-New York Junior Chamber to further develop leadership skills and help the local community with an amazing and fun group of individuals. She also had a great learning experience with the Outstanding Young New Yorker (OYNY) program in 1997,

which she won the local competition and represented the chapter at the state competition held at Saratoga Springs, NY. Ten years later Mia was interested in how she could learn from the Jaycees now as a young professional. Recently in January 2009, Mia attended her first state convention in East Syracuse, where she attended the JCI Achieve leadership program and competed in the Speak-Up competition, winning second place. Mia is a J.D. graduate, with a concentration in litigation, from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan. She has her M.A. and B.A. in English from St. John’s University. She is currently awaiting admission to the New York State Bar. In February 2009, Mia started working at Brooklyn Housing & Family Services with their Foreclosure Prevention Program, counseling clients about loan modification and other loss mitigation options. As a new attorney Mia, is living the Jaycee Creed by serving humanity, which she truly believes is the “best work of life.” Mia resides in Jamaica Estates and enjoys participating at her local parish, Immaculate Conception Church, as a youth ministry leader and lector. Living out the Catholic faith is a major part of her life. She loves to run and is happy she found a great group to run with as a Jaycee. Mia is the proud daughter of Doctors Ding and Menchee Fulgado and privileged sister of Len, A.J., Joy, and P.J. She is forever grateful to God, her family and friends for their continuous love, guidance, and support. Belinda Molina Director Bel Molina joined the Jaycees at the beginning of 2008 and has been an active and involved member since then. She has chaired and co-chaired several successful projects such as: Raising the Bar (Networking/Oneon-One of new and old members), Tagalog Class- Spring/Fall, Philippine Independence Day Float and Simbang Gabi. She has also assisted in the success of chapter projects namely, 45th Anniversary Gala, Introduction to Investment and New York ING Marathon. She currently serves as the chapter’s Board Director and Tambuli’s Artistic Director. With her intense participation as a member in 2008, she was awarded as Most Outstanding Jaycee in the 1st Quarter of 2008, and most recently as New York State’s Most Outstanding Jaycee of 2008! She recently returned from the Philippines representing our chapter in a number of international visitations with our sister chapters. Bel is a Senior Research Executive at Nielsen Consumer Research of The Nielsen Company. She is a a graduate of B.S. Business Management from Ateneo de Manila University with a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of the Philippines-Diliman. Armi Piamonte Director The youngest member of the New York Philippine Jaycees, Armi Piamonte already started being active even before her membership. She was recruited by her sister, MDVP Aprille Aquino on 2007. She was born and raised in the Philippines and moved to the U.S. at the age of 14. She is currently attending Borough of Manhattan Community College and graduating this spring of 2009. She is an aspiring designer who is about to start her studies in Interior Design this fall. This year's director, she hopes to bring new and creative ideas to the table. She has participated in several Jaycee events such as "Spooktacular", Kid's Day America, New York Marathon, Breast Cancer walk, and many more. John Paul Ramos Director

other organization ING Marathon and Independence Parade, etc.. John Paul Ramos has been a member of the Philippine New York Jaycees since May 2007. Although he enjoys participating in all Junior Chambers events, from individual development programs to social networking events, he particularly values community development projects. In September 2007, John chaired the Walk-for-Poverty walkathon, raising just over $2,100 for a nonprofit supporting the poor in Samar, Philippines.

As a Jaycee member she gained more self confidence grew as an individual. It has developed her as a good leader and a role model to others especially to our young generation. Being a member is very fulfilling for her because it does not only improve your personal development but through the different projects and events you help the community in you own little way.

For his involvement in chapter activities, John was recognized as an Outstanding New Jaycee in 2007 and has since been named an Outstanding Jaycee at various points in time. John has been a Director on the Board of Directors since 2008.

Currently, Reggie is working in Citigroup as Infratructure Technology Analyst. She is a happy person. She loves to have fun and experience new things. She likes hanging out with my family, friends and with my Jaycees family.

John is an Associate at LECG, an economic consulting firm, assisting in damages estimation and asset valuation for corporate litigation and international arbitration cases. He has a BA in Economics and a Minor in Global Development Studies from Grinnell College. Outside of work and Junior Chamber activities, John is the drummer for pop-rock band ‘illustration’, which was named 2008’s Best Filipino American band in the East Coast.

Being a part of this great organization her vision in life is to lead everyone in a good direction to become a good leader and to be a good leader we always start within ourselves. Her inspiration comes from Lance Secretan "Leadership is not so much about technique and methods as it is about opening the heart. Leadership is about inspiration—of oneself and of others. Great leadership is about human experiences, not processes. Leadership is not a formula or a program, it is a human activity that comes from the heart and considers the hearts of others. It is an attitude, not a routine"

Marjerie Rosales Director Marjerie Rosales is an Oracle Certified Professional and Assistant Vice President of Data Management/System Development team in Aon Global - Professions Practice, an insurance broker firm that provides service to Large Law Firms, Consulting Firms, Accounting Firms, Architects and Engineers world wide. She builds and creates databases from variety of fields like taxation, claims, and marketing for synergistic solutions to their department and to their clients that helps to streamline the works and produce excellent services. Marjerie also provides technical support and serve as business analyst of their department. She joined Philippine-New York Jaycees on Feb 2006, since then she have been active to the organization. She joined the Jaycees to provide help and to be involved in our community, to develop and enhance her leadership skills and also to meet interesting people. As a member she co-chaired the Philippine Independence Day in 2006 and Kids Day America in 2007 and accepted the responsibility as a chairman in ING New York Marathon in 2007. She took a BOD position as a Secretary in 2007 and she has been a proud member of Jaycees since then. Marjerie likes people that true to themselves and know how to respect others. Besides work and Jaycees she likes to travel, surfing internet and hanging out with my family and friends. She loves sports specially playing volleyball, table tennis, badminton and basketball. “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” John Quincy Adams Mary Reggie Rosales Treasurer Mary Reggie Rosales is the Treasurer for 2009 for the Philippine-New York Junior Chamber and she has been a Jaycee member for 4 years. She was introduced to the chapter by Elaine Magalona-Dayoan and she is proud to say she is glad that she joined the chapter. The first year that she was a member, she accepted the Webmaster position which she found very challenging. She chaired a project called EZNet-Tools and co-chair a project entitled "Take the Lead in Your Life" which met its goals and was very successful. The following year, she took the Director position and also participated different Jaycees projects such as Kids Day America, Walk for Poverty, Spooktakular Halloween, and volunteer to

Tracy Trabije Auditor Tracy Tabije is a financial advisor at UBS Financial Services Inc who specializes in holistic financial planning and wealth management for his clients, their families and their businesses. He grew up in Westbury, Long Island and attended Binghamton University. While in college, Tracy served on the Filipino Intercollegiate Networking Dialogue (FIND) Steering Committee and is a Founding Father of Pi Delta Psi Inc., a national Asian-American interest fraternity with over twenty-five chapters and associations across the United States. He later earned his Juris Doctorate from Brooklyn Law School where he pursued a focus on Trusts and Estate Law and Elder planning. Tracy joined the faculty at Forest Hills High School where he taught in the Richard Brown Law Program. There he served as Dean and was also the founding chapter advisor for Council For Unity, Inc. Tracy is the NY/NJ Chair for KayaFilipino Americans for Progress and is also on the basketball coaching staff of the Sports Challenge Eastern Group Inc. (SCEG). Most of all, he is a dedicated husband to his wife, Jennifer, and father to his twin boys, Gavin and Holden.\ Bernadette Olimpo Marketing Director Addie Adams Communications Director Addie Adams moved to New York City three years ago. She has been a member of the Jaycees since 2007. She got interested in joining when she learned that the chapter does projects for the community especially for kids. Addie chaired Kid's Day America International in 2007, a health and environmental awareness event for children. In 2008 she became the chapter Treasurer and Chaplain. Now she is serving as the Communications Director, a special position appointed by President Elaine to enhance the relationship between the members of the chapter. She is also still the chapter chaplain. Her professional experience has been in the bio-pharmaceutical industry in which she serviced specialty plasma donors that donated plasma that was the raw material for an immunoglobulin (vaccine) that saved the lives of many mothers and babies. Previously, she worked in hospitals for almost 10 years in the different roles, nursing assistant, medical

assistant, heart monitor technician, and an electrocardiogram technician. Addie have degrees in behavioral neuroscience and microbiology. She have extensive experience in production planning, customer service, notprofit fundraising, sales, marketing, telemarketing, telefundraising, and public relations. Addie was also a part of a project management design team whose objective was to create a new biopharmaceutical donor database. She has a great heart for the social service industry. Addie is a church volunteer for the Children’s Ministry, and also a staff member for the Single’s Ministry. She is a mentor at George Westinghouse High School and currently is a reader and a director of readers for the creation of audio-books with the non-profit organization, Recording For the Blind & Dyslexic (RFB&D). She is also a volunteer for sporting events ( New York Road Runners Club) and fashion events (New York Fashion Week) in the City. Zultan Bermudez Public Relations Officer and Webmaster Zultan Bermudez joined the Philippine-New York Jaycees in 2007 after a conversation with JCI Senator Jesse Arteche and has since been an active member of the chapter. Among the projects he chaired as a member were the 2007 Spooktacular Jam and the 2007 Year End Presidential Gala. As the 2008 Membership Services Vice President, Zultan oversaw various membership socials and membership nights. Among the highlights of Zultan's Jaycee membership is his interaction with Charter President Ernie Pilares during his visit to the Philippines where they discussed the vision leading to the formation of the Philippine-New York chapter. During the same trip, Zultan was also able to meet the entire sister chapters in Manila. Zultan graduated with a dual degree in Economics and International Studies in Fairfield University, the Jesuit University of Connecticut. A proud Bedan, Zultan graduated from San Beda Grade School in Mendiola, Manila prior to moving to New York where he was fortunate enough to be accepted into Regis High School. Passionate about learning and traveling, Zultan spent a year of his college studies in the London School of Economics, the University of Alicante (Spain), and De La Salle University (Manila). He will serve as the Public Relations Officer of the chapter in 2009 with a goal of supporting the MDVP and project chairs in promoting the chapter and its events through various community publications. Joe Valdez Tambuli Editor in Chief Born and raised in a remote barrio in the Philippines, Joe Valdez immigrated to New York City in 1987 while he was still a little brat. Over twelve years later, he made an enlightening journey to the Philippines that changed his life. During his two-month visit, he recognized that he was no longer connected to his roots as he became aware of his ignorance of the language, the culture, the history, and the natural beauty of his homeland. Despite having lived in the largest Filipino neighborhood in NY, he had no Filipino friends and many of his Pinoy peers may have found him to be one those “obnoxious FilipinoAmericans.” He returned from his trip as a proud Ilocano and was committed to becoming more active in the Filipino community. To serve his community, he found the Philippine-New York Jaycees through the internet and was so eager to join, he paid for his membership before attending any event or meeting any of the members. He even attended his first Jaycee event, a Distinguished Service Award gala, despite having a broken leg. Six years later, through the Jaycees, he gained scores of wonderful Filipino friends and has networked with a number of influential Filipino leaders who helped catapult his career in

Finance. The Jaycees have also had a major impact in growing Joe’s personal skills, particularly his communication skills. He is currently the Editor-in-Chief of the Tambuli, the chapter’s newsletter and he continues to be a member to help his community and to meet new great friends. Gary Abasolo Legal Counsel & 2009 Presidential Adviser Gary has been a Member of the Philippine New York Jaycees since September of 2002 and has served as Legal Counsel for the organization since September 2003. In 2006, Gary served as the chapter’s Membership Services Vice-President (MSVP). In that year, he was able to achieve a most impressive historic sweep of all four NYS Quarterly Awards given out as the Most Outstanding Local Chapter Vice-President. At the end of 2006, Gary won the recognition of the New York State Jaycees as the Most Outstanding Local Chapter Vice-President of the Year in the Membership Services area. As Chapter President in 2007, Gary had the distinguished honor of winning the Don Cavalli Memorial Award, which is the Annual Year-End Award given by the NYS Jaycees for the Most Outstanding Local Chapter President of the Year in the state of New York. In 2008, Gary moved on to the state level and served as the New York State Jaycees Region South Director. Gary is currently serving as the New York State Jaycees International Affairs Vice-President (IAVP). Gary is an active member of several lawyer organizations, including, the Asian Pacific American Lawyers Association of New Jersey (APALA/NJ), the Hudson County Bar Association, the North Hudson Lawyers Club and the Filipino American Lawyers Association (FALA) of New York City. Gary is also active in several other young adult professional organizations such as Collaborative Opportunities for Raising Empowerment (CORE) and Filipino Young Professionals of New York City (FYP-NYC). Gary is an Attorney by occupation who has been practicing in general civil matters in New Jersey. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics and Political Science from Fordham University in New York City and his Juris Doctorate Degree from Seton Hall University School of Law in Newark, New Jersey. His law office is located on 620 Newark Avenue in Jersey City, NJ. Victor de Leon Immediate Past President / Chairman of the Board Immediate Past President Victor E. de Leon is 2009 Chairman of the Board of the Philippine-New York Jaycees. Victor was introduced to the Chapter by his friend and fellow past president Tom Panzone. He joined the group, primarily, to network but, quickly became involved in numerous projects including the 2007 Distinguished Service Award & Officers’ Installation Banquet and the 2007 Philippine Independence Day Parade(PIDP). In 2008, aside from the parade, was involved in the “Floatatious!” parade float fund-raiser, the 45th Anniversary Gala and Simbang Gabi, among others. He began his Jaycee career in early 2007, eventually, becoming a Director that August, and then elected 2008 Chapter President two months later. He led the organization, recently recognized as 2008 Chapter of the Year by The New York State Junior Chamber, in celebrating its 45th Anniversary. Victor was the recipient of The New York State Junior Chamber 2007 Outstanding JAYCEE Award and the 2008 Don Cavalli Memorial Award (The New York State Junior Chamber Outstanding Local President of the Year).

Professionally he is a flight attendant for Delta Airlines, having been with the company for over 14 years. His personal pastimes and other activities include jogging, tennis, hiking, reading, traveling, watching movies, “Facebook-ing”, he is also World Ventures Leisure Travel Consultant and a member of a choir in the San Lorenzo Ruiz Chapel. Ma. Cristina “Cri-Cri” Ramos 2009 Presidential Adviser Ma. Cristina D. Ramos or Cri-Cri joined the PhilNYJaycees in 2001. From that time on, she is always asked to serve as a Presidential Adviser of the chapter. In 2005, the chapter awarded her the Lifetime Membership, The SENATORSHIP. In 1996 she became the Chapter President of Perlas Pasay Jaycees in the Philippines. She was awarded as The Most Outstanding President of the World during the World Convention in Pusan Korea of same year, Outstanding of Asia Pacific in Aspac Convention in Pattaya, Thailand and the Most Outstanding President in National and Metro Area Convention in the Philippines, Received a Hall of Fame, Outstanding Community Dev. Proj.” Kapatid Natin, Akayin Natin”, a street children project in Pasay City during the Aspac Convention held in Pattaya Thailand in May ’97. In Sept . 2008, as one of the Presidential Advisers, she was appointed as Ambassador of Goodwill to Philippines and renewed two sister chapters, JCI Makati and Manilena and new twinning agreement with PhiliNYJaycees and her own chapter, JCI Perlas Pasay. It was indeed a fruitful meet up with other chapters such as Pateros, San Juan, Paranaque Pambato, Hacienda & Manila Jaycees. Cri-cri loves to travel and explore places. Reading inspiring and motivating books is one of her favorite past time. Recently she joined the Wellness Industry, GENESIS PURE and finds it very fulfilling since she loves to promote and share to everyone having a good Health is the only Wealth that one possessed. For her Jayceeism is not just a way of life. It captures the heart and soul of mankind as embodied in the Jaycee Creed. She believes in Action Speaks louder than Words. As a Good Leader one has to show a positive attitude and good example and the rest will follow. Richard Rillera 2009 Presidential Adviser Richard Rillera served as the 27th chapter president. Under his leadership, he led the chapter to be recognized as the Most Outstanding Chapter in New York State, garnering numerous awards for the chapter including the coveted Henry Giessenbier Award and a trophy. He was honored with the Don Cavalli Memorial Award given to the outstanding chapter president by the New York State Junior Chamber. He was honored by the U.S. Junior Chamber with the Charles Kulp Memorial Award as one of the 60 outstanding chapter presidents in the nation. In 1989, he was also selected as an Outstanding Young Man of America in recognition of his “outstanding professional achievement, superior leadership ability and exceptional service to the community.” Richard also served as the 64th state president of the New York State Junior Chamber. For his leadership, dedication and vision, he was a recipient of the Allen Whitfield Memorial Award given by the U.S. Junior Chamber to 15 outstanding state presidents in the nation. He continued to serve the Jaycees as the first Filipino American U.S. Junior Chamber Vice President assigned to five states in the U.S. and later as Junior Chamber International Vice President assigned to national organization members (NOM) in Asia. He was one of the three recipients of the Outstanding Vice President Award given by JCI. He is a Governor #161, Ambassador #3066, and Senator #53010.

Richard is a regular contributor to the Filipino Express, a weekly newspaper based in Jersey City, New Jersey and also to the Philippine Daily Mirror, an upstart on-line publication. His writes about community and socio-political issues. He is also a certified national trainer of the Junior Chamber International. He specializes in the development of individuals and teams by identifying the challenges and offering solutions to the challenges they face in changing times. In his work as facilitator, coach, mentor and trainer, he has presented and coordinated workshops on leadership, communication, team building and other key management issues in the U.S., Europe and Asia. He serves as a Trustee of the New York State Jaycees Foundation and adviser to the Executive Committee of the New York State Junior Chamber. He also had served as a board member of the Filipino American Human Services Inc., the New York Hugh O’Brian Leadership Seminar, and Pearl S. Buck International. JCI Sen. Jocelyn Bernal 2009 Board Adviser Jocelyn Bernal joined the Philippine New York Junior Chamber in 1992. She has served in numerous chapter positions beginning with Membership Services Vice President, Management Development Vice President and then Chapter President in 1995-1996. After serving as the chapter’s chairman of the Board, Jocelyn moved up the ranks and served as District Director, then was elected as the second International Affairs Vice President for New York State. She also became part of the International Committee of the United States Junior Chamber and finally in 1999, she was appointed as Executive Assistant to the World President covering Area C- North and South America. In 2009 she serves the chapter as Board Adviser and concurrently as Senate President of the Philippine New York Jaycees. Jocelyn has been a part of some of the most memorable events from the past decade and a half. These include the 30th, 35th and 40th anniversary celebrations, the 1992 state convention hosted by the chapter and attended by then Mayoral candidate Rudy Giuliani, running the Philippine Independence Day celebration in New York City from behind the scenes, the Paskong Handog Christmas Play, the annual Distinguished Service Awards presentation, the planning sessions and the election of our chapter members to state office. Jocelyn’s involvement with the Jaycees has allowed to travel the world…from Manila, to Hawaii, Panama, Cannes, and Paris. Throughout her 16 years of service, she is most proud of the impact projects that she chaired which includes the 2002 Government Affairs Leadership Seminar Convention of the New York State Jaycees held in New York City and chapter’s 45th Anniversary celebration in October 2008. She is also really proud of having the opportunity to share her knowledge and experience to the new Jaycee members and officers. Jocelyn is the recipient of the New York State Jaycee Governorship (#235), the Frank J. Castellano Ambassadorship (#3777), a Junior Chamber International Senatorship (#64518). Antero “Ner” Martinez 2009 Board Adviser Ner joined the Jaycees in 1990 and has served the Chapter in various officer roles – MSVP in 1991, MDVP in 1992 and Chapter President in 1993. He was also honored with the Chapter’s Jaycee of the Year in 1992. He also served as District Director for Region 1 Jaycees in 1994 and was Tambuli Editor in 1996 and Chapter Treasurer in 2001. Ner was

also the Project Chairperson of the chapter’s Christmas Musical project “Paskong Handog” in 1998 and considers this as his most challenging and rewarding Jaycee project. He continues to serve the Chapter in an advisory role. He is actively involved with the Philippine Independence Day Council, Inc (PIDCI) and is currently part of its Board of Directors for 2009. He is a member of the National Federation of Filipino-American Associations (NaFFAA) New York Chapter and the Ateneo Alumni Northeast, Inc (AANI). He is also a member of Simbang Gabi Sa Katedral, Inc. (SGSK, Inc) and the Our Lady of Peace Prayer Community Choir. He is a B.S. Business Economics graduate from the University of the Philippines and works in Operations/Sales Support for Park B. Smith, a leading home textiles firm in NYC. He is a partner/event motivator for Mobile East DJ a New York based event entertainment group. Ner is a recipient of three lifetime awards from the Jaycee organization: JCI Senator #64519, US Jaycees Ambassador #3877 and New York State Jaycees Governor #241. Most recently, he was the recipient of the 2008 William H. Bates Award given by the New York State Junior Chamber. Vivian Velasco 2009 PNYJC Board Adviser A member of the PNYJC since 2001, she will always cherish her 2006 Presidential Term and stays proud of the Chapter for an impressive list of quarterly accomplishments for its members and the community that garnered several Year-End Recognition Awards such as the United States Jaycees Metro Conference East Coast Chapter of the Year & the U.S. Certificate of Success – Blue Chip Chapter. The NY State Jaycees presented the chapter with remarkable year-end chapter, individual and projects awards: Outstanding President (first -ever 1st Runner-Up Don Cavali award), Outstanding Chapter of the Year and the Top Growth Chapter of the Year; Most Outstanding Vice-Presidents (CD, MS, IA); Most Outstanding Staff Officer; the Ray Simmons Award for Most Outstanding Newsletter of the Year - “Tambuli”, Three (3) Outstanding Staff Officers & Outstanding (VIP) Very Important Partner; as well as the Most Outstanding Region - Region South; the Most Outstanding Chairman Planning Guide of the Year - Spooktacular Halloween Jam; Outstanding Chairman’s Planning Guide - Taking the Lead in Your Life Coaching Seminar; Outstanding Local Projects of the Year - Health is Wealth and the 7th Annual Walk for Poverty (which she introduced to the chapter and ran from 2005-2007); and the NY State Jaycees Outstanding Young New Yorker (OYNY), First place – sponsored by The Philippine NY Jaycees. Other significant projects that received the NYS Jaycees Quarter Awards as Most Outstanding Local Projects were - “Sakada” , a Presentation at the Philippine Independence Ball; “Simbang Gabi” that had a Christmas Toy Drive with Twinning Sister Chapter Pateros Balut Jaycees; Most Outstanding Chairman’s Planning Guide – Bowling Day, Leyte Mudslide Relief Fundraiser. The chapter also produced (2) NYS Outstanding Jaycees and Most Outstanding Contributor to the ID Area. Her other Jaycee Year-End accomplishments include the 2007 PNYJC Most Outstanding Jaycee, both of the 2005 NY State Jaycees, and the 2005 NY State Metro Conference Most Outstanding Community Dev’t VP; and the 2002 NYS Most Outstanding Treasurer. What she is most proud of is her very supportive son, Daniel, now 16 years old, who also received the 2002 NY State Jaycees Kelly Curran Memorial Award as the Most Outstanding Jaycee Kid of the Year. By profession Vivian is an Accountant with a B.S. in Business Economics from the University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City.

The Jaycee Creed Benediction Speaker: Dear Lord, we thank you for the opportunity to gather this morning, to learn of your work and join in fellowship. We Believe... Audience: That faith in God gives meaning and purpose to human life; Speaker: Help us to realize, as we nurture our families, carry out the many tasks required of us at our jobs, and take leadership roles in the community, that we are all your children, equal in your sight. Help us to help others, as we believe... Audience: That the brotherhood of man transcends the sovereignty of nations; Speaker: Help us as we use our Junior Chamber experience to better the world around us, as we help America continue to be the land of opportunity. We believe... Audience: That economic justice can best be won by free men through free enterprise; Speaker: As more and more countries take interest in the democratic ways, and ideals our organization stands for, help us as young Americans to set an example through our community development projects, because we believe... Audience: That government should be of laws rather than of men; Speaker: As we conduct our individual development programs, may each of us see our own potential. May we develop those skills we must have before we can even begin to help others, because we believe... Audience: That earth's great treasure lies in human personality; Speaker: As we grow in faith, help us to do your will. Grant us the wisdom and the knowledge to seek out and plan ways to help those our organization serves, for we believe... Audience: That service to humanity is the best work of life.

Current Members Abasolo, Gary Adams, Addie Aguinaldo, Richard Albano, Elizel Alvaira, Antonio Aquino, Aprille Aranda, Giselle Bermudez, Zultan Bernal, Jocelyn Chang, Vicky Concepcion, Hector Concepcion, Krizteen Dulay Corcuera, Christina Dayoan, Almor DeJesus, Arnold

DeLeon, Victor Fulgado, Carmencita-Mia Galdieri, Michael Gamboa, Willi Honrade, Reyangelo Jalandoni, Jose Inigo Laforteza, Jimmy Lerma, Jason Magalona-Dayoan, Elaine Manzano, Venessa Martinez, Ted Molina, Bel Monroy, Florina Nam, Jenny Neri, Arnil

Ochoa, Edwin Olimpo, Bernadette Panzone, Tom Peredo, Phil Piamonte, Armi Ramos, John Paul Rosales, Marjerie Rosales, Reggie Shelat, Dhanesh Tabije, Tracy Tapang, Brigida Tieng Jr., Joseph Torrejon, Jaime Valdez, Joe

Congratulations and Best Wishes to Team 2009 and to The Philippine-New York Junior Chamber (Jaycees)! From the Magalona Family

Congratulations President Elaine & CDVP Almor Best wishes from Tatay & Nanay

Best wishes to President Elaine & CDVP Almor with prayer & love from your Brothers and Sister Amor D. Miller, Andre J. Dayoan & Arden J. Dayoan

Congratulations to President Elaine, CDVP Almor, & Team 2009! May the good Lord Bless your chapter! From the Dayoan Family Amor I. Dayoan, Violeta D. Foley, Amelita D. Corpuz, Marilyn Magpantay, Boi I. Dayoan, Rey I. Dayoan

Congratulations Almor & Elaine on your well deserved positions! Good luck team 2009 & to the Philippine NY Jaycees on your challenging endeavor. From Tito Boi, Tita Flora, EJ, Samantha & Allen

CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES to The Philippine-New York Junior Chamber!

To Our Dearest Mia, We are very proud of you!  This is simply the beginning to a very successful 2009 not only with the Jaycees, but with your career as a new attorney, and much more.  We love you! Mama, Papa, Len, A.J., Joy and P.J.

MEMORIES...A LEGACY GIFT T H I S W I L L B E A C O F F E E TA B L E B O O K O F T R E A S U R E D M E M O R I E S O F F I L I P I N O S A N D F R I E N D S AT H O M E A N D A B R O A D , A I M E D AT R A I S I N G A N E N D O W M E N T S C H O L A R S H I P F U N D I N T H E P H I L I P P I N E S I N C O M M E M O R AT I O N O F T H E N E W C H A R T E R S I G N E D A S T H E 1 S T 1 0 0 Y E A R S O F U P ( 2 0 0 8 ) W A S B E I N G C E L E B R AT E D . T H E B O O K W I L L B E D E D I C AT E D T O T H E 1 9 T H A N D F I R S T WOMAN PRESIDENT OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES , EMERLINDA R. ROMAN, PHD T H I S I S A U PA A - N Y S P E C I A L P R O J E C T , W I T H TA X - D E D U C T I B L E 5 0 1 C 3 S T AT U S . E-mail: [email protected]

Dear Jaycees and Friends:

All of us have memories; they are among our treasures. We dream of having the written treasures we can keep, share with others, our relations, and friends, and bequeath them to our heirs. I therefore invite you to pen your memoir now, your autobiography, a memoir of a turning moment in your life, recollection of your college days, express love and gratitude to special people, create a poem, share an important message or lesson learned in writing. With your donations, they will be published in a distinguished hard cover, glossy paged, art designed book for our children to keep and treasure. Welcoming the new challenges for Philippine education in the 21st Century and with the New Charter, the premier university of the Philippines needs our help through our "written treasures" bound as a coffee table book which will be produced by nominal donation of benevolent benefactors like you.

Memoirs of UP Alumni Abroad netted a donation to UP of a total of $50,000. For this all-inclusive project to produce Memories...a Legacy Gift which welcomes all who wish to donate, the goal is $100,000, also an endowment fund which will award only interest earned by the fund...a GIFT THAT CONTINUES TO GIVE, now and in generations to come, to our children's children and beyond. Let's not put off till tomorrow what we can do today...tomorrow may never come. And remember, it's in giving that we receive...the more we give, the more we receive. Warmest regards, Menchee Dr. Carmencita C. Quesada Fulgado AA '60 AB '61 cum laude Editor and Publisher: MEMOIRS (2008) MEMORIES (2010) UPAAA National President 1995-99 UPAA-NY Pres 2004-2008 Commissioner Abroad, UP Centennial Celebration 2008 UPAA Diliman Philippine Centennial Awardee for Service 1998 UPAAA Most Distinguished and Outstanding Alumna 1989

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