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CONSULATE GENERAL ATTENDS PHILIPPINE AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF GREATER CHICAGO’S NETWORKING AND PICKLEBALL SOCIAL

The PHL Consulate General, represented by Consul Melvin Almonguera and Atty. Mark Arinquin, joined the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Chicago (PACCGC) in its Networking & Pickleball Social on 03 May. Held at Pickledilly Skokie, the event brought together the Chamber’s members and supporters, underscoring its growing role as a platform for collaboration and shared success among Filipino-American corporate leaders and entrepreneurs.

During the event, attendees engaged in friendly pickleball games that fostered camaraderie and informal networking. The activity, organized by Atty. Veda Maniquis, also featured Filipino-owned businesses showcasing and promoting their products and services, highlighting the creativity and entrepreneurial strength of the Filipino-American community in Chicagoland.

The Consulate General commended the PACCGC, led by its President, Ms. Mae Espina, for its sustained efforts to strengthen the Filipino-American business community and promote inclusive economic participation. Founded in 1988, the PACCGC continues to empower the dynamic network of Filipino-American entrepreneurs, business owners, corporate leaders and professionals in Chicago through development activities and networking opportunities. END