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PH CONSULATE GENERAL JOINS THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF PHILIPPINE AMERICAN CANADIAN ACCOUNTANTS (NCPACA) PRESIDENT’S GALA NIGHT

8 September 2026, Chicago - The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago participated in the gala night of the National Council of Philippine American Canadian Accountants (NCPACA) on 6 September 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

The president’s gala night was the culminating activity of the three day NCPACA Annual Professional Development Convention. The landmark event convened distinguished financial leaders, certified public accountants, and community leaders from across North America to celebrate excellence and collaboration within the global accounting community.

Consul Ma. Theresa M. Alders read the remarks by the Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano. Her remarks provided a compelling look at the global labor landscape, the growing demand for qualified financial professionals, and the critical role of Filipino talent in the evolving marketplace. Consul Alders also congratulated the scholars who were awarded during the event as the other awardees and honorees of the night. Consul Alders was accompanied by Attaché Lizbeth Pangan.

The President’s Gala Night concluded with awarding of scholarships and dancing and networking opportunities, and a reaffirmation of NCPACA's mission to empower accounting professionals across North America while fostering deep ties with the local and global Filipino community. [END]

(Above) Consul Ma. Theresa Alders (seated middle) with attendees of the NCAPACA President's Gala Night.

(Above) Consul Alders (left) with Mr. Edilberto Ortiz, NCPACA Past President (middle), and

Ms. Leilani Rodrigo (right) NCPACA Treasurer and NCPACA 2026 Chicago Convention Chair.