2011 Binational Convention of the Federation of Philippine American Chambers of Commerce Bridging the Rivers of Change: Succeeding Economically

in the 21st Century

In the 21st century, one of the most important assets for a Filipino small business or organization is to have the ability to adapt and change with the environment around them. One of the goals we hope to achieve is to build a more inclusive Filipino community not just here in Portland but around the country and around the world and be able to connect to the mainstream business community. Doing business in todays economy is difficult and creating relationships such as these is one way we can support each other. At the FPACC Annual Convention & Trade Show, attendees will learn how to do business in a more efficient and effective way. With workshops focusing on: 1. Sustainability practices, 2. Conflict management, 3. Enhancing and developing your online presence, 4. Utilizing your local media, 5. Working and partnering with your local governments, and 6. Creating new business-to-business connections.

Federation of Philippine American Chambers of Commerce (FPACC)

City of Portland

Friends of the Chamber: Oregon Health & Science University, PointWest Technologies, Diane Nichols Insurance Company, Portland State University, Schlesinger Companies, Oregon Department of Transportation, US Bank, Oregon State Bar, Enterprise Holdings, Howard S. Wright, Magno-Humpries Laboratories, Inc. Immigration Law Offices of Jeffrey C. Gonzales, Business Development Department

Federation of Philippine American Chambers of Commerce (FPACC)

5424 N. Michigan Avenue Portland, OR 97217 (503)285-1994

FPACC 2011 BINATIONAL CONVENTION

Bridging the River of Change: Succeeding Economically in the 21st Century
August 18-20, 2011 & August 21, 2001

www.fpaccpdx.org

Portland, Oregon

Convention at a Glance
Aug 20(Saturday)
EVENTS

Aug 18(Thursday)
2:00pm-5:00pm 6:00pm-9:00pm 6:00pm-9:00pm Green Tour of Portland Early Registration Welcome Reception Piano- David Mackey

Aug 19(Friday)
8:00am-10:00am 9:00am-11:30am Registration General Session Con Gen Marciano Paynor Comm. Amanda Fritz Dr. Yolanda O. Stern Partnership for Growth Initiative and Contracting Opportunities with MCC (Craig Allen, Deputy Asst Sec for Asia, U.S. Dept of Commerce) FPACC Chapters Presentation Exhibit Booths Lunch/Break

9:00am-11:30am TOURISM Travel and Tourism Investment Opportunities in the Philippines (Rene de los Santos, Phil Dept of Tourism) Value of a U.S. based Liaison for Philippine Medical Services (James P. Borden, MD) Health & Wellness (Hernando Delizo, MD) 11:30am-12:30pm 11:30am-5:00pm Lunch/Break Exhibit Booths

This convention is hosted by the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon (PACCO)

12:30pm-2:00pm Lobbying: How To Effectively Work With Your Government Official (Eddy Morales, Voto Latino) Save Our Industries Act 2:00pm-2:15pm Break

11:30am-6:00pm 11:30am-12:45pm

2:15pm-4:30pm

Workshops 12:45pm-3:15pm TOOLS OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP Tax Incentives and Credits for Small Businesses (Kaydel Marshall & John Blakeman, IRS) Sustainability At WorkPathways to a Better Business (Pete Chism, City of Portland/ Richard Woodling, Consul General; a.h.) Philippine-US Intl Trade & Investment (Josephine Romero, Philippine DTI) Oregon: Go Where Business Grows (Sunun Setboonsarng, Business Oregon) US-Philippine Media: Your Partner in Business (Esther Chavez, Phil American Press Club) 3:15pm-3:30pm Break

ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNICATIONS TOOLS Social Media (Lacy Ogan, FRAUSE) Organizational Conflict Management (Atty. Enrico Tadeo, Mediator) Media Access (Asian American Journalist Association) 4:15pm- 5:00pm How to Organize a Successful Trade & Investment Mission to the Philippines (Gus Mercado, Datalogix Texas Inc.) 6:15pm-7:00pm 7:00pm-10:00pm Reception (5:30-8:30pm 5-piece band) Gala Dinner (18-piece orchestra) Swing Street Glenn Tadina Band

WHEN: August 18(Thurs) August 20(Sat), 2011 August 21, 2011(Sunday) VENUE: Hilton Portland & Executive Tower 921 SW Sixth Avenue, Portland, Oregon, United States 97204 Telephone: 1-(503) 226 1611 TO REGISTER: Visit www.fpaccpdx.org, or contact Dory Osilla-Lim, Chair, Registration (503) 516-9298 Jason Lim, Convention Chair Phone: (503) 283-0595 E-mail: jason@asianreporter.com

3:30pm-5:45pm TOOLS OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP 2 Leadership: How Your Own Personal Development Can Help You... (Gene Leider, Motivational Speaker) The Extended Economic Downturn: How to Protect Your Business (Atty. Richard Parker, P, B & L, P.C) Estate Planning (Atty. Daniel G. Marsh & Julius Agbayani, CPA) 7:00pm-10:00pm "Chambers at the Pittock" Pittock Mansion Piano-Ronnie Exconde

Keynote Speakers Craig Allen, Deputy Asst Secretary for Asia, U.S. Department of Commerce Sam Adams, Mayor, Portland, Oregon Gala Night Mistress of Ceremonies Dr. Yolanda O. Stern, FPACC President Emerita

Aug 21(Sun) A Day at the Chinook Winds Casino

at the Oregon Coast
(Free Event: Chartered Bus pls. reserve early)

Tax-Free Shopping Microbreweries Plus everything the Great Pacific Northwest has to offer!!!

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