PICPA - FAB Chapter

21/09/2026

October 9-10, 2026

📣 **YOU’RE INVITED! | 2nd PICPA Luzon Geographical Area Office Conference FY 2026–2027**

PICPA Central Luzon Region proudly invites CPAs and accountancy professionals to join us for two days of **learning, collaboration, professional development, and meaningful connections** at the **2nd PICPA Luzon Geographical Area Office Conference**.

📅 **October 9–10, 2026**
⏰ **9:00 AM – 6:00 PM**
📍 **Province of Bataan**
💳 **Conference Fee: ₱5,500 (VAT Inclusive)**
🏅 **16 CPD Units**
**Accreditation No. ACC-2009-001-19102**

With the theme:

**CONNECT • COLLABORATE • EMPOWER**
*Building a Stronger Accountancy Profession Together*

Join fellow professionals from across Luzon for timely technical sessions, regulatory updates, sectoral discussions, and opportunities to strengthen our profession together.

👉 **REGISTER HERE:**
[2nd PICPA LGAO Conference Registration](https://sub.picpasystem.com.ph/events/backend.php?eventid=5582&utm_source=chatgpt.com)

**One Profession. A Brighter Tomorrow.**

21/09/2026

✨ 𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐂𝐏𝐀𝐬 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓, 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐍, 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑! ✨

The accountancy profession continues to evolve, and so must we. As CPAs, continuous learning, meaningful connections, and ethical leadership are essential as we navigate the future of our profession. 💙💚

The 𝐏𝐈𝐂𝐏𝐀 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 invites all CPAs to join the 𝟖𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐈𝐂𝐏𝐀 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐀𝐍𝐂), happening this November in Iloilo City!

📍 𝐈𝐥𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐈𝐥𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐨 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲
📅 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟖–𝟐𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
🎯 𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑: 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐂𝐏𝐀 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐄𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

🌐 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟖𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐍𝐂?

🔹 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐍 beyond the numbers through fresh perspectives on strategic transformation, fiscal transparency, ethical governance, and the evolving accountancy profession.

🔹 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓 beyond your chapter and build meaningful relationships with fellow CPAs, industry leaders, practitioners, executives, and academicians from the Philippines and beyond.

🔹 𝐆𝐑𝐎𝐖 beyond your comfort zone by gaining insights, ideas, and opportunities that can help shape your professional journey.

🔹 𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐍 up to 𝟏𝟖 𝐂𝐏𝐃 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐬 while experiencing a convention that goes beyond technical learning.

💙 𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐋𝐘 𝐁𝐈𝐑𝐃: ₱10,500 until October 15, 2026
💚 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐑: ₱11,500 after October 15, 2026
✨ 𝐆𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐏 𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝟏𝟎+𝟏: ₱115,000 until October 31, 2026

This November, let us come together as one profession and take our journey beyond compliance, towards leadership, purpose, and excellence.

💙💚 FABulous PICPANs, 𝐥𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐥𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐨!

𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓. 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐍. 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃. 𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑. 💙💚

📌 See you at the 81st PICPA Annual National Convention!

18/09/2026

🌊 PICPA Freeport Area of Bataan joins the International Coastal Clean-Up Day 2026! 💚

This year, we come together under the spirit of EMPOWER, recognizing that meaningful change begins when we empower individuals and communities to take action.

Together with fellow volunteers and partner organizations, PICPA FAB proudly joined the global movement to protect our coastlines, care for our environment, and inspire others to make a difference. 🌏✨

Let us empower one another to care, act, and make an impact, one clean coastline at a time.

18/09/2026

🌏 𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐂𝐏𝐀 𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐀𝐋𝐒 𝐁𝐄𝐘𝐎𝐍𝐃 𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒!

𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐏𝐈𝐂𝐏𝐀 𝐅𝐀𝐁 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬,

The accounting profession continues to evolve, creating opportunities for Filipino CPAs to grow and make their mark not only in the Philippines, but across the ASEAN region.

If you are looking to expand your professional horizons, becoming an ASEAN Chartered Professional Accountant (ASEAN CPA) is an opportunity worth exploring.

✨ Why become an ASEAN CPA?

🌏 Regional Recognition
Have your professional credentials recognized across the ASEAN region.

📈 Enhanced Professional Credibility
Strengthen your professional profile and expand your opportunities for regional mobility.

💼 More Career Opportunities
Explore professional opportunities within the region and beyond.

🤝 Be Part of a Regional Professional Community
Connect with fellow accounting professionals and be part of a growing ASEAN professional community.

PICPA FAB encourages our members to explore this opportunity and take the next step toward regional professional recognition.

For assistance and inquiries on the application process, you may contact:

Mr. Ferdinand J. San Diego
Chapter Coordinator
📞 0905-297-1479

Ms. Myra D. Balde
Central Luzon Region Coordinator
📞 0919-091-5874

𝐁𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐏𝐀.
𝐁𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐂𝐏𝐀𝐏 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫.
𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐏𝐀 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐍 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞. 🌏

12/09/2026

September 12, 2026

✨ PICPA Freeport Area of Bataan (BEPZ) Chapter Supports the First-Ever Central Luzon Charity Ball ✨

An evening of fellowship, generosity, and service. 💙

PICPA FAB proudly showed its support for the first-ever Central Luzon Charity Ball, held at the elegant Grand Palazzo Royale in Angeles City, Pampanga.

This historic gathering brought together CPAs and leaders from across Central Luzon in a celebration of fellowship, while championing the spirit of service and giving back to the community.

Representing PICPA FAB were esteemed Past Presidents Marites M. Bartolome, Myra M. Ombao, Elizabeth S. Pangilinan, and Mirasol R. Floren, together with our Chapter Adviser and Senior Regional Director, Ferdinand J. San Diego.

Beyond our profession, we come together for a greater purpose—to share our blessings, strengthen our community, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. 🤝💙

Congratulations to everyone who made this milestone event possible! May the Central Luzon Charity Ball become a lasting tradition of fellowship, generosity, and service. ✨

10/09/2026

🎓💙CONGRATULATIONS, PICPA FAB SCHOLARS! 💙🎓

The PICPA Freeport Area of Bataan (FAB) Chapter proudly celebrates the remarkable achievement of our scholars, Graduates of Class 2026!

🌟 Stephanie Kyle B. Constantino
🌟 Laurize Jane Dechilla
🌟 Andrea Gail C. Miraflores
🌟 Romelyn C. Tebia, Cum Laude

Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have truly paid off. This milestone is a testament to your commitment to excellence and a beautiful reminder that dreams become reality when pursued with determination and purpose.

To our scholars, we are incredibly proud of you! May you continue to strive for excellence, embrace every opportunity, and become professionals who inspire and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

🎓 Congratulations, Stephanie, Laurize, Andrea Gail, and Romelyn!
Your PICPA FAB family celebrates this milestone with you! 💙💛

Mabuhay ang mga bagong graduates! May your journey ahead be filled with success and purpose. ✨

09/09/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Mr. Nathaniel P. Colobong! 🎂

The PICPA FAB Chapter warmly greets our esteemed Chapter Advisor and Past Central Luzon Regional Director, Mr. Nathaniel P. Colobong, on his special day! 🥳

Thank you, Sir Nathaniel, for your continued guidance, wisdom, and unwavering support for our Chapter and the accountancy profession. Your leadership and dedication continue to inspire us to uphold excellence, integrity, and service.

May your birthday be filled with joy, good health, meaningful moments, and the company of the people who matter most. May the year ahead bring you even more blessings and opportunities to inspire and make a difference.

Happy Birthday, Sir Nathaniel! 🎂🎈
Wishing you many more fruitful and fulfilling years ahead!

With warmest greetings and appreciation,

PICPA FAB (BEPZ) Chapter 💙

04/09/2026

Congratulations, Dr. Estelita C. Aguirre! 🎉

🏆 Congratulations, Dr. Estelita C. Aguirre! 🎉

The PICPA Central Luzon Region proudly extends its warmest congratulations to Dr. Estelita C. Aguirre on being recognized as the 2026 Outstanding Professional of the Year in the Field of Accountancy by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). 👏✨

This prestigious recognition is a testament to her excellence, dedication, leadership, and invaluable contributions to the accounting profession.

Your achievement inspires us to continue upholding the highest standards of our profession and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Congratulations, Dr. Aguirre! 💙💚
We celebrate this well-deserved honor with you and your entire family and community.

Your PICPA Central Luzon family is truly proud of you! 🥂✨

10/08/2026

𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀 𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐀𝐂𝐘. 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐄𝐑. 🎉

The evening of August 8, 2026 marked a special moment for the PICPA FAB-BEPZ Chapter as we gathered for the 𝑻𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑰𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑪𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑭.𝒀. 2026–2027.

The symbolic turnover of the bell and gavel represented more than a change in leadership—it marked the continuation of a legacy of service, dedication, and commitment to the accounting profession.

We express our heartfelt gratitude to our, 𝙊𝙪𝙩𝙜𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩 Mirasol Floren, and the outgoing administration for their leadership and unwavering service to the chapter. Your contributions have helped shape our chapter and strengthen the foundation upon which the next administration will build. 💚

We were also honored by the presence of our Keynote Speaker, 𝙈𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙥𝙖𝙡 𝙈𝙖𝙮𝙤𝙧 𝘼𝙩𝙩𝙮. 𝘼𝙘𝙚 𝙅𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙤 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙥𝙘𝙞𝙤𝙣, represented by 𝙈𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙥𝙖𝙡 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙡𝙤𝙧 𝙃𝙤𝙣. 𝘿𝙖𝙣 𝘽𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙡. We are grateful for the support and presence extended to our chapter on this significant occasion.

✨ And now, a new chapter begins.

We warmly welcome our 𝙄𝙣𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩, 𝙍𝙞𝙖 𝙈𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙩 𝘾. 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙜, and the 𝙁.𝙔. 2026–2027 𝙖𝙙𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 as they take on the responsibility of leading our chapter forward.

May this new administration bring fresh ideas, meaningful initiatives, stronger collaboration, and renewed opportunities for our members. We look forward with excitement to the journey ahead and to the ways our chapter will continue to grow and 𝑬𝑴𝑷𝑶𝑾𝑬𝑹 the accounting profession.

To everyone who joined us despite the heavy rain, demanding schedules, and other commitments, thank you for making this occasion truly special. Your presence made this milestone even more meaningful.

Here’s to the leaders who served, the leaders who now step forward, and the bright future ahead for PICPA FAB-BEPZ Chapter. 💚💙

Congratulations to the new administration! May your leadership be guided by excellence, integrity, and service.

10/08/2026