FILIPINO CANADIAN PROFESSIONAL NETWORK
MEET YOUR EXECUTIVE TEAM
ARGENTINA BELTRAN
President
Argentina has been in the financial industry for over a decade. She has helped clients towards reaching their goals and have always done it with the highest level of SINCERITY, INTEGRITY and PROFESSIONALISM. She is passionate about helping families, business owners, new immigrants and individuals educate themselves on financial planning and setting a course for a lifetime of financial security.
She collaborates with the Mentoring Partnership in their effort to bring together recent skilled immigrants and established professionals in Canada. And also a mentor at Canadian Youth Business Foundation providing business advice, support and encouragement to young entrepreneurs.
"My hope is by helping people, I empower them to help others."- Argentina Beltran
MAYETTE FULLONA
Secretary
Skilled and personable executive assistant with more than 20 years of experience coordinating, planning and supporting daily operational and administrative functions.
Maria Clarissa Soriano
Advisor
Clarissa is a lawyer with special interest in the areas of public international law, government affairs, international relations, social justice and human rights. She has provided legal services in the areas of family law, estate litigation, civil litigation, poverty law, and employment law, with focus on legal research and policy analysis. While in law school, she was an intern for the legal department of the Supreme Court of Canada and a leading Philippine law firm, Romulo Mabanta Buenaventura Sayoc & de los Angeles. She holds a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Ottawa, a Master's diploma in Bilingual Professional Translation from France, and a Bachelor of Arts in European Languages from the University of the Philippines.
Prior to law school, Clarissa already had years of experience in international public procurement, language teaching, and project management which she had acquired in Asia, Europe, and North America. Fluent in French, Clarissa is also a professional teacher and a freelance translator. Through her volunteer activities, she mentors new immigrants in Canada, participates in programs which empower women and girls, and advocates for programs designed to alleviate poverty in developing countries.
MICHAEL NITUDA
Board Member
Michael developed his knack of business at a very young age helping out the family businesses. From photography to distributing Viva Video Films, his acumen for business was always nourished.
Michael has held several positions in his career including; Business Development Management, Retail Management and Immigration Services. He has now found his perfect calling where he can achieve good work/life balance, an insurance mid-market Commercial Account Executive and Partner for Hallmark Insurance Brokers Ltd. a well respected family brokerage established in 1948.
"I specialize in high frequency and severity for insurance risks such as long haul transportation/logistics and mining to name a few. I love the activity in the space and truly enjoy helping companies grow and manage risk." admits Michael. "With the advent of the internet, there is no more hiding behind a thick veil, the public and consumers at large demand the utmost transparency and integrity"
Michael is a devout resident of Toronto having grown up there and attended several schools like St. Michael's Collage School, a private all boys high school for academics and sports and the University of Toronto where he had earned his risk management designation the CRM.
He has two great kids, Mirai and Isaiah with his devoted and beautiful wife Rhyen. When not working, Michael and his family can be found golfing, skiing and of course, watching movies.
JULIUS EBREO
Vice President
With over a decade of expertise in mortgage lending, retail banking and a passion for helping others - Julius decided that he could further support his clients by providing expert mortgage advice and planning. He is an AMP - Accredited Mortgage Professional and founder of www.ChoiceMortgages.ca - a team comprising of Real Estate Professionals who specialize in their own niches from Immigrant Financing to Cottage properties to Commercial Real Estate.
VANESSA IBE
Board Member
Vanessa A. Ibe is an associate at Rosenbaum & Frank LLP and practices in the areas of corporate and commercial law, litigation, employment, construction and real estate law. She represents individuals and businesses with respect to a wide range of their commercial needs including incorporation and corporate organization, contract drafting, contract review and negotiations.
Prior to being called to the Ontario Bar in January of 2013, Vanessa had over 10 years of experience working in the legal field. She was also the Operations Manager of the Ontario Chapter of the American Chamber of Commerce in Canada from 2008-2011.
Vanessa obtained her Honours Bachelor of Arts from University of Toronto in 2008, completing a double major in Political Science and Commerce. She then obtained her law degree from the University of Windsor in 2012. While she was in law school, she received many awards for academic achievement and mooting.
MAHAL HUDSON
Board Member
Mahal helps working professionals to invoke their true passion by being daring and break free from barriers in achieving a life of possibilities through co-active coaching. Her life's purpose is to use her optimism and perseverance to encourage + positively impact the lives of others to create a cohesive work space in a sincere, honest + caring way.
MANUEL SABARES
Board Member
Manny is a Strategic Marketing & Business Development professional with expertise In Brand Building, New Product development and Integrated Marketing campaign. He has a strong background in Consumer packaged goods, Natural health products, Food service, Wireless technology and Not-for-profit industries.