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OLIVIA ORDONA CABIGAO, MD
President

My friends call me : Olive
My hometown in the Philippines:
Caba, La Union
Birthday:
January 12
Three presents I will enjoy receiving on my birthday:

a personalized greeting card, a spa gift certificate, a bouquet of yellow roses
Five words to describe me:
Hardworker, sincere, honest, dependable and responsible
I am an officer of FILAMemphis because:
 I believe in the cause and mission of the organization. I am also inspired by the changes I have seen both in the organization and the admirable dedication of fellow officers and members. Fil-Am Memphis is a strong organization with noble projects dedicated to helping the less fortunate here in our city and also in our Motherland, Philippines. Our cultural projects serve to ensure that the younger generation of Filipino-Americans can see, understand and love their heritage. I am an officer of Fil-Am because I am proud of our people, our community and our heritage.

p:  901.276.6748
 

   

 

  MAITA EMILY TORRALBA VELEZ
Vice-President
 


My friends call me :
Maita
My hometown in the Philippines:
Cagayan de Oro
Birthday:
April 11
Three presents I will enjoy receiving on my birthday:
I'm easy to please. Kahit na ano lang na maliit na bagay.
Five words to describe me:
Very Patient, Outgoing, Kind-hearted, Humble, Caring

p: 901.624.7521

     
  MA. NATALIA ANGELES FLORES-SANTOS
Secretary
 

My friends call me: Mariles
My hometown in the Philippines: Hagonoy, Bulacan
Birthday: July 27
Three presents I will enjoy receiving on my birthday: Collectible elephants,CD of Cliif Richards ( old British singer) and facial and body massage
Five words to describe me: A mother with strong faith, outgoing and witty
I am an officer of FILAMemphis because: I see the untiring effort of our President, Officers, and Board of Directors to make the dreams of the many Filipinos here in the mid-south come true. I am committed to lend a helping hand to promote our culture and to always participate in our medical mission both local and abroad.

p: 901.309.6537

     
  MARIA CORAZON GUIMERA
Assistant Secretary
 

My friends call me: Maricor, Cora
My hometown in the Philippines: Cebu City
Birthday: October 17
Five words to describe me: I am Compassionate,
Detail-Priented
I am an officer of FILAMemphis because: I would like to be a part of encouraging more participation from the younger and new Filipinos here in Memphis.

p: 901.867.4999

     
  LORENZA S.HARDIN
Treasurer
  My friends call me : Lorrie, Angel
My hometown in the Philippines: Metro Manila
Birthday:   August 30
Three presents I will enjoy receiving on my birthday: God's Blessings for Healing; Good Health; Long and Peaceful Life for All
Five words to describe me:
  Loving, friendly, thoughtful, considerate, wonderful, etc. etc
I am an officer of FILAMemphis because: I would like to see all of us Filipinos here in the midsouth to come together, work together, help and cooperate with each other to preserve our cultural heritage and to build a cultural center as our legacy for our children, their children, their children's children and all the generations to come. 

p: 901.388.7315
     
  JOJI PALMER
Assistant Treasurer
 

My friends call me : Joji
My hometown in the Philippines: Dumaguete City
Birthday: March 22
Three presents I will enjoy receiving on my birthday: Anything related to gardening, good book, and a gift certificate to a bowling night out or a good restaurant to eat out
Five words to describe me:
  Sensitive, Caring, Helpful, Loving Parent
I am an officer of FILAMemphis because: I want to promote and preserve our Filipino culture and heritage and be able to pass these on to the next generation.

p: 901.387.1268

     
  FELISA BELLA F. VILLORENTE
Business Manager
 

My friends call me :  Bella
My hometown in the Philippines:  Manila
Birthday:  May 18
Three presents I will enjoy receiving on my birthday: Being with my family, good health, great friends
Five words to describe me:
  Hardworking, friendly, fun-loving, stubborn, sincere
I am an officer of FILAMemphis because: I want to contribute in moving our projects forward, especially the building of a FilAm Cultural center, and in promoting and preserving our Filipino heritage.

p: 901.754.9212



     
  HARRY GUINOCOR
PRO
 

My friends call me: Har
My hometown in the Philippines: Cebu City
Birthday: 1969
Three presents I will enjoy receiving on my birthday: Complete scuba diving gear, fully-loaded camera, and another Disney Cruise.
Five words to describe me: I Do Speak My Mind
I am an officer of FILAMemphis because: I believe the association is the instrument that will bring the Filipinos together and eventually become a force to reckon within the Shelby County community. A cohesive association will not just help empower Filipinos but pave the way for projects that are meaningful and socially relevant not just for the Filipinos in the Memphis area but most especially in the Philippines.

p: 901.409-0774

 
     
     
  MARIO  VELICARIA
Asst. PRO
 


My friends call me :
Mar
My hometown in the Philippines: Sta. Mesa, Manila
Birthday: December 28
Three presents I will enjoy receiving on my birthday: Book, Book, and Book.
Five words to describe me:
  Family Man Who Loves God
I am an officer of FILAMemphis because: I believe with the ideology of the senior officers of the organization.

P: 901.380.4831
c: 901.335.8891

 

     
  FORTUNATO IGNACIO MORAGA
Auditor
 

My friends call me: Renato, Nato
My hometown in the Philippines: Meycauayan, Bulacan
Birthday: Febuary 26
Three presents I will enjoy receiving on my birthday: Cordless shaver, tall wooden salt and pepper dispenser, laptop to send to the Philippines
Five words to describe me: Servant, Honest, Helpful, Visionary, Family Leader
I am an officer of FILAMemphis because: I want to help and see this organization succeed in having its own recognition as a group of educated loving people established in this part of the country.

p: 901.388.9105

 

 
     
    Stephen Anthony Aguilar Monisit
Logistics Officer
 

My friends call me: Stephen
My hometown in the Philippines: Cebu City
Five words to describe me: Funny, Loving, Kindhearted, Understanding and Thoughtful.
I am an officer of FILAMemphis because: I want to provide support for the growing Filipino American population living in Memphis community and help build the cultural resource center which is the cornerstone for strengthening our community and help work toward a common goal.

p: 901.757.5967

     
  MARCY TROCIO
Logistics Officer
 

My friends call me: Marcy
My hometown in the Philippines: Family is from Cebu City; born and raised in Los Angeles, CA
Birthday: Febuary 2
Three presents I will enjoy receiving on my birthday: Cigar
Five words to describe me: Former US Marine, Mason, Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic
I am an officer of FILAMemphis because of : The Potential, Community Service, People of FILAMemphis

p:
901.388.7576