San Pablo City, Laguna. Rhodora Estrellado, elected as 75th local organization (LO) president of JCI San Pablo 7 Lakes last September 14, 2022, will be inducted into office along with the newly elected Board of Directors on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Coco Palace Hotel, this city.
The other newly elected members of the Board of Directors for JCI 2022-2023 term include Executive Vice President, Marc Nicholai Mercado; Vice President for External, Anthony Joseph Mercado; Vice President for Internal, Beberlie Rose Nassif; Director for Individual, Lailanie Odyssey Ana Enriquez; Director for International, Jessa E. Estrellado; Director for Community, Jhemmuel Otlang; Director for Business, Charles Darwin Almario; Treasurer, Rovin P. Estrellado.
This year’s induction ceremony is a significant event as it also marks JCI 7 Lakes’ 75th founding anniversary – a milestone in itself, worthy of celebration. JCI San Pablo 7 lakes was founded in 1948. It is one of the three oldest chapters in the Philippines along with JCI Manila and JCI Tacloban.
Dhora, as she is fondly called, has “one year to lead”. The “One Year To Lead” philosophy was adapted by JCI to give its members an opportunity to showcase their talents and provide fresh perspective on how to run the organization while continuing to make sure that he or she adapts to the needs of the members.
She began her term in January 2023. The originally planned induction in October 2022 last year was postponed due to many unforeseen circumstances. She is now ready to stand up and be recognized.
The new local organization president graduated from De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde with a Bachelor of Science degree in Restaurant and Institution Management major in Hospitality Management. She has a Master of Business Administration degree from Ateneo Graduate School of Business. She serves as President of L.A. Estrellado Food Corporation. Under the company’s umbrella is Max’s Restaurant SM San Pablo, Yellow Cab SM San Pablo, and Max’s Restaurant San Pablo. She also oversees the management of El Coco Grande Hotel and Resort.
Dhora’s advocacies revolve around feeding programs, meditation, and eye care. These are all important issues that she is passionate about and believes can have a significant impact on individuals and communities. Her vision for JCI San Pablo 7 Lakes in 2023 includes building a strong foundation of quality leaders who are dedicated to making a lasting impact in the community.
“My personal advocacies revolve around feeding programs, meditation, and eye care. These are all important issues that I am passionate about and believe can have a significant impact on individuals and communities,” according to Dhora.
JCI or Junior Chamber International is a global non-political and non-profit organization created for enterprising individuals ages 18-40 with over 500,000 members in more than 100 countries. Its primary objective is to be the leading global network of young active citizens and to provide development opportunities that empower young people to initiate positive change.
Among JCI Philippines’ flagship projects are the TOYM (Ten Outstanding Young Men), Peace is Possible, Pinay Power, and Alay Lakad.
TOYM is an annual award given by JCI Philippines to give national recognition to young men and women who exhibited selfless dedication to their profession or vocation that resulted in significant contributions to the welfare of the Filipino nation.
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