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Slate of Candidates and Candidates' Credentialsfor District Board Officers and Nominating Committee

for Biennium 2018-2020

PREPARED BY THE NOMINATING COMMITTEEBIENNIUM 2016-2018

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CONTENTSThe Nominating Committee: Membership 2

The Nominating Committee: Nature, Composition & Responsibilities 3

Campaign Policy 5

Nomination from the Floor 8

Slate of Candidates 9

Candidates’ Credentials

Governor Teresa Lin 10Lt. Governor Chavali Osathanugrah 14Treasurer Ofelia C. Bautista 19

Corazon DJ Tan 23Nominating Committee: Marsha Leoncia M. Aoigan 26

Lourdes Marasigan 28Panida Pathumarak 31Winnie Teoh 34Sonia Tiong-Aquino 37

Area Directors:Area 1 Isabel C. Y. Cu 40Area 2 Lucy Tsui Yue Wong 42Area 3 Stella S. Bernabe 44Area 4 Lorna Mandapat 46Area 5 Enriqueta V. Doble 49

Armita Rufino 52Area 6 Poungthoung Anantanasuwong 54

Vice Area Directors:Area 1 Guillerma Coling 56Area 2 Ter Yee Tan 58Area 3 Teresita Apistar 60

Marietta Malinao 62Area 4 Rizalina Chua 64Area 5 Gloria Kaw 66

Susan Lim 68Area 6

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DISTRICT 17 NOMINATING COMMITTEEBiennium 2016-2018

WINNIE WONGZonta Club of The New Territories

CHAIRPERSON

CAROLINA VINCENTE BALOTRO MILA CATABAY LAUIGAN Zonta Club of Las Pinas Zonta Club of Central Tuguegarao MEMBER MEMBER


THE DISTRICT NOMINATING COMMITTEE

NATURE & COMPOSITION

The District Nominating Committee (DNC) is an objective collegial body, which is independent from the District Board. It works independently in preparing the slate of candidates and is empowered to make decisions regarding camdidates without explanation to anybody. Its deliberations are confidential and exclusive to its members.

The Zonta delegates of the District elect the members of the DNC every odd-numbered year, during the District Conference, together with the District Officers. This is the ONLY District Committee whose members are elected by the delegates. Members of all the other District Committees are appointed by the District Governor.

The three members of DNC are elected by plurality vote. The candidate with the highest number of votes will be the chairman. No member of the DNC is eligible for nomination at any level of Zonta Internaiontal while serving in the Committee.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The DNC plays a vital role in determining who will lead the District in the future. Its main responsibilities are as follows: To eudcate itself on the objects and programs of Zonta International, the

responsibilities of each officier to be filled and the Campaigning Policy;

To familiarize itself with the abilities and experience of Zontians in the District with a view to identifying, recruiting and encouraging qualified Zontians to accept nomination to District Board Officers (Governor, Lieutenant Governor, District Treasurer, Area Directors and Vice Area Directors) and the members of the Nominating Committee;


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To define and disseminate information on the required qualifications and the responsibilities of the officers to be filled;

To solicit nominations and to secure the consent of all nominees to be nominated and to serve, if elected;

To disseminate to each District Officer and each club in the District at least 60 days before the District Conference, at which the election is to be held, a report listing one or more qualified candidates for each District Officer to be filled and at least five candidates for the DNC;

To inform all concerned and enjoin compliance with guidelines and procedures on campaigning and electioneering;

To report on the slate of candidates at the District Conference at which the election is to be held;

To disseminate information provided by Zonta International Nominating Committee for encouraging qualified Zontians to serve as Zonta International Officers and in the Zonta International Nominating Committee;

To keep detailed records of the DNC proceedings for six months and to dispose of such records properly.

CAMPAIGNING POLICY(Adopted by the International Board in November 2014)

Zonta needs the most qualified leaders for office. Candidates for Zonta office need to demonstrate high ethical standards. Zonta wishes to ensure the most qualified candidate is elected and will ensure all candidates have the opportunity to inform the membership in a fair, equitable and appropriate way. The following campaigning policy outlines the behaviors expected.

Campaigning is defined as encouraging voters to vote for or discouraging voters from voting for a specific candidate. A candidate is an individual who intends to run for club, district, or international office, whether or not the slate has been issued and whether or not the individual is on the slate.

Rules of Procedure of Zonta International, 6. Circularization (2) Zontians may not use membership lists or act in any other way to contact other Zontians for the purposes of lobbying for or against proposals that will be voted on, or for or against nominations for office or candidates who are running for office, at international conventions, district conferences or other Zonta meetings.

Campaigning for or by any candidate is not allowed. However information about candidates is necessary for informed voting. Therefore:

a. Prior to the official slate being issued, there shall be no introduction of a presumptive candidate at any function as “has submitted my/her/his nomination for office.”

b. After the slate has been issued, a candidate on the slate may be introduced at functions as a candidate for the office for which she or he is nominated. No other information (positive or negative) shall be provided.

c. Candidates running for international or district office may give a presentation promoting their candidacy only at the meeting in which voting for the office takes place (convention, conference or area meeting) and at the time allocated in the program.

d. The Nominating Committee may distribute materials prepared by the candidates about their background, qualifications and goals.

e. At Conventions or Conferences, candidates on the slate may wear official identification indicating that they are candidates. After being nominated, candidates from the floor are also entitled to wear such identification. The

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identification must be removed prior to entering the voting area while elections are taking place.

f. Zontians who are attending a district conference or area meeting at which elections are held may confer with other members of their own club to discuss the candidates, but they may not instruct delegates how to vote.

g. Zontians who are attending an international Convention may confer with other members from their own district to discuss the candidates, but they may not instruct delegates how to vote.

h. If asked, Zontians may orally provide factual information to other Zontians about candidates, but may not by any means solicit votes for any candidate.

Examples of Activities that Are Not Permissible 1. A candidate’s visits, with no substantive purpose, to club meetings, area

meetings or district conferences other than the candidate’s own. This also relates to inter-district seminars on other continents than the candidate’s own, or any function obviously arranged to promote the candidate.

2. Using culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sexual orientation or geography as a qualification to influence the vote.

3. Distributing at any time any gift, trinket, button, or other promotional material by or on behalf of a candidate.

4. Advocating or discouraging the election of a candidate in club, area or district communications, irrespective if this communication is oral, written or through any social media.

5. Making a speech about a candidate. 6. Encouraging or discouraging clubs from sending delegates or proxies to a

conference or Convention in order to improve the likelihood that a candidate will win or lose an election.

7. Zonta leader, club or an individual Zontian instructing a voting member/s how to vote. This includes “block voting” or directions to vote for a particular candidate/s.

8. The use of social media (official Zonta social media groups, official club or district Facebook or Linked-in pages or groups, etc.) including personal and professional networks, and or increasing public visibility (or online presence) to promote a nominee’s candidacy before and/or during convention, district conference, area meeting or any meeting where elections will be held.

9. ZI Board members attending District Conferences other than their own district or those assigned to them by the International President, without the prior approval of the ZI President.

Enforcement of the Policy 1. Alleged violations of the Policy are to be reported in writing to a member of

the Board at the level of the office the candidate is seeking (i.e., ClubBoard for candidates for club office, District Board for candidates for district office, International Board for candidates for international office).

2. The Board may consider alleged violations for examination at a regular or special meeting or, if necessary, by email. The candidate will be given an opportunity to respond to the allegations. If the candidate is a member of the Board, she or he may be present at the consideration of the alleged violations if they are considered at a regular or special meeting, but may not participate in the deliberations or vote. If the Board considers the alleged violations at a regular or special meeting it may, by a two-thirds vote of those present and voting, (1) Reprimand the candidate privately; or (2) Remove the candidate from the slate. If the international board

considers the alleged violations by mail ballot, the vote to impose discipline must be unanimous by the entire Board, except that if the candidate who is alleged to have engaged in misconduct is a member of the Board, she or he will not be entitled to vote on this matter.

3. If the alleged violation comes to the Board’s attention within three (3) months after the candidate is elected, the Board shall follow the disciplinary procedures with respect to removal from office as set forth in the Zonta International Bylaws.

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NOMINATION FROM THE FLOOR

At the District Conference where the election is to be held, nominations from the floor may be made after the chairperson of the District Nominating Committee (DNC) shall have made her/his report. The nominator must have previously otained the nominee’s consent to the nomination. The nomination from the floor shall be limited to a statement of the name of the nominee and her/his club affiliation.

The Rules of Procedure of District 17 provides that a candidate to be nominated from the floor shall submit, for receipt by the chairperson of DNC at no later than seventy-two (72) hours prior to the opening of the District Conference, a completed Nomination Form. For the 2017 District Conference, deadline for submission of nomination forms for candidates to be nominated from the floor is 8:00 am on 13 September 2017. The completed nomination form should reach the Chairperson of the DNC electronically and copied to the other two members of the Committee before the deadline. The hard copy should be handed to the Chairperson no later than the first day of the District Conference, i.e. 16 September 2017.

If the DNC has determined that the completed Nomination Form is in order and that the candidate is qualified, the Chairperson of the DNC shall inform the District Governor of the expected nomination from the floor.

2018-2020 District 17 Slates of Candidates

SLATE OF CANDIDATES and CANDIDATES’ CREDENTIALSfor DISTRICT BOARD OFFICERS and NOMINATING COMMITTEE MEMBERS

for BIENNIUM 2018-2020

POSITION CANDIDATE CLUB MEMBERSHIPGovernor Teresa Lin ZC The New TerritoriesLt. Governor Chavali Osathanugrah ZC Bangkok IITreasurer Ofelia C. Bautista ZC Greater Rizal I

Corazon DJ Tan ZC Makati & EnvironsNominating Committee: Marsha Leoncia M. Aoigan ZC Ilocos Norte

Lourdes Marasigan ZC Quezon CityPanida Pathumarak ZC Bangkok IIIWinnie Teoh ZC KowloonSonia Tiong-Aquino ZC Fort Bonifacio

Area Directors:Area 1 Isabel C. Y. Cu ZC Mandaluyong-San JuanArea 2 Lucy Tsui Yue Wong ZC Hong Kong EastArea 3 Stella S. Bernabe ZC Cebu IArea 4 Lorna Mandapat ZC BaguioArea 5 Enriqueta V. Doble ZC Metro Ortigas

Armita Rufino ZC Makati & EnvironsArea 6 Poungthoung Anantanasuwong ZC Bangkok II

Vice Area Directors:Area 1 Guillerma Coling ZC AntipoloArea 2 Ter Yee Tan ZC SingaporeArea 3 Teresita Apistar ZC Iloilo City I

Marietta Malinao ZC Cebu IIArea 4 Rizalina Chua ZC Ilocos NorteArea 5 Gloria Kaw ZC Pasay & Environs

Susan Lim ZC Metropolitan PasigArea 6


SLATE OF CANDIDATES and CANDIDATES’ CREDENTIALSfor DISTRICT BOARD OFFICERS and NOMINATING COMMITTEE MEMBERS

for BIENNIUM 2018-2020

POSITION CANDIDATE CLUB MEMBERSHIPGovernor Teresa Lin ZC The New TerritoriesLt. Governor Chavali Osathanugrah ZC Bangkok IITreasurer Ofelia C. Bautista ZC Greater Rizal I

Corazon DJ Tan ZC Makati & EnvironsNominating Committee: Marsha Leoncia M. Aoigan ZC Ilocos Norte

Lourdes Marasigan ZC Quezon CityPanida Pathumarak ZC Bangkok IIIWinnie Teoh ZC KowloonSonia Tiong-Aquino ZC Fort Bonifacio

Area Directors:Area 1 Isabel C. Y. Cu ZC Mandaluyong-San JuanArea 2 Lucy Tsui Yue Wong ZC Hong Kong EastArea 3 Stella S. Bernabe ZC Cebu IArea 4 Lorna Mandapat ZC BaguioArea 5 Enriqueta V. Doble ZC Metro Ortigas

Armita Rufino ZC Makati & EnvironsArea 6 Poungthoung Anantanasuwong ZC Bangkok II

Vice Area Directors:Area 1 Guillerma Coling ZC AntipoloArea 2 Ter Yee Tan ZC SingaporeArea 3 Teresita Apistar ZC Iloilo City I

Marietta Malinao ZC Cebu IIArea 4 Rizalina Chua ZC Ilocos NorteArea 5 Gloria Kaw ZC Pasay & Environs

Susan Lim ZC Metropolitan PasigArea 6


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TERESA LIN

Candidate for: District Governor Member: Zonta Club of The New Territories, since 2001 Classification: Bank Manager Business/Profession (title/position): Banking and Financial Advisory McKinsey & Co. (Senior Advisor) Tai Capital Advisors (Partner) DBS Bank (China) Ltd (former Vice Chairman and CEO)

ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA

Offices/Professions held: International: None District: Elected: District 17 Lieutenant Governor (2016-2018)

Appointed: District 17 IT Development Committee Chairman 2014-2016; District 17 Secretary 2012-2014

Area: None Club:

Elected: Club President (2006-2008); Nominating Committee (2014-2016); Treasurer (2012-2014, 2004-2006); Club Director (2016-2018, 2010-2012); Recording Secretary (2002-2004); Corresponding Secretary (2001-2002)

Appointed: Membership Committee (Co-Chairman, 2014-2016, 2012-2014); Service Committee (Co-Chairman, 2001-2002)

International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Nice (2016); Orlando (2014); Torino (2012) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

• Area 5 Meeting Manila 2017 • Area 3 Officer Training Cebu 2016 • Area 6 Officer Training Bangkok 2016

• Area 1 & 5 Officer Training Manila 2016 • Incoming District Officer Training Manila 2016 • AIDM Manila 2016 • Area 1 & Area 5 Meetings Manila 2015 • Area 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, Trainings in Manila, Hong Kong & Bangkok 2014 • Area 1, 3, 4, 5 Meetings Rose Day & Zonta Says No, Manila 2013 • Area 2 Meeting Kuala Lumpur 2013 • Area 2 Training Hong Kong 2012 • Area 2 Meeting 2007

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: • Proactive and big contributor of donations in my club, District 17 and ZIF as

well as the Endowment Fund • Active in Club Service Committees, broadening the social services network

and projects in the name of Zonta • Joined Zonta International Convention in Melbourne and since then brought

International, District and Area news to my club. • Initiate the idea of sharing the District 17 website with clubs without websites

in the district. That idea evolved to club page concept in District 17 website. • Contributed ideas for District website and Facebook development. Provided

ideas for District to Zonta International History archives in form standardization and cloud storage.

• Active participations in Z & Golden Z club activities and promote the set-up of a new club in Hong Kong.

• Liaison with presidents and club chairs in dues payment and relationship networking in District 17

• Conduct numerous training workshops for Area and District in District 17

BUSINESS/PROFESSIONAL DATA:

Business/Profession: Banking and Financial Advisory Title/Position:

• Senior Advisor to McKinsey & Co. • Partner of Tai Capital Advisors • Program Director of the Business Conference Board • Former Vice Chairman and CEO of DBS Bank (China) Ltd. Former Managing

Director Head of Corporate and Investment Bank, North Asia, DBS Bank Ltd. • Vice Chairman of Industry Training Advisory Committee, Banking Sector and

Chairman of the Education & Training Sub-Committee (Appointed by Hong

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Kong Government) • Former member of the SME Advisory Committee (Appointed by Hong Kong

Government • Former Senior Executive Director, Dah Sing Bank Ltd. • Managing Director and Head of Citibusiness of Citibank

Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions: • Establish business and geographical strategies for global and regional

financial institutions • Instrumental to the acquisition and merger of banks in the region • Expert In the field of SME banking, Finance and Operational Leasing. • Expert in formulation of banking business models and strategic development

of businesses in China • Supported and nurtured many successful businesses and grooming of many

entrepreneurs and bankers in my career history • Provide advisory services in strategic development of fin-tech startups • Education as a key part of talent development. Act as part-time lecturer in

universities and banking institutions CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT

• On service & advocacy - Lieutenant Governor of District 17 2016-2018 and in various roles in Zonta as above

• For professional education - Honorary Advisor of the Hong Kong Institute of Bankers

• For art and music talent development - Director and Honorary Treasurer of Opera Hong Kong

• For philanthropy serving primary school children in under privileged families - Executive Director of We R Family Foundation Ltd.

• For handicraft heritage and design - Executive Director of L plus H Fashion Ltd, a social enterprise

SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION

• Over the services in Zonta, I gained knowledge and management experience in club, area and district matters

• Experiences in management of large workforce in global banking organizations which can be applied in our district coordination and administrations

• Strong in communication skill • Managed and sit on the boards of successful charity foundations and

maintain strong network in community non-profit organizations • Maintain cordial relationships with Government officials, social service

organizations and universities • Strength in strategic management and organization development

GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS

• Strengthen members in District 17 to jointly advance towards the objects of Zonta

• Service and advocacy to be the basic back-bone of club’s initiatives. District to support priority projects for a united voice

• Improve the visibility and credibility through media and social media. • Analyze and solicit more diversified group of potential new members in new

industry sectors as we move to the new technology era • Encourage former Z & Golden Z club members to form new clubs or join clubs

in district 17 • In succession planning, create opportunities for younger Zontians to take part

in area and district activities • Coordinate and organize Zonta activies in preparation for centennial year of

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CHAVALI PAMELA OSATHANUGRAH

Candidate for: Lieutenant District Governor Member: Zonta Club of Bangkok II, since 2010 Classification: Company Director Business/Profession (title/position): Director, Cosmetics Company

ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA

Offices/Professions held: International: None District: Elected: Area 6 Director (2014-2016) Appointed: Young Women in Public Affairs Award (Chairman, 2016-2018);

United Nations Committee (Vice Chairman, 2010-2012) Area: Area 6 Director (2014-2016) Club:

Elected: Club President (2012-2014) Appointed: Advancing the Status of Women Committee Chairman (2016-2018)

International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Nice (2016); Orlando (2014); Torino (2012) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

Attended all Area 6 Meetings and Workshops in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: • 'Theme Luncheon' Chairperson at the 15th District Conference, September 2009

ASEAN and the Role of Women Guest Speaker: ASEAN Secretary General Dr. Surin Pitsuwan

• 2010-2012 Biennium-- appointed UN District Committee Vice Chairman; October 2010--Organized Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Day Gala Dinner

Guest speakers: Breast cancer survivor and advocate of women's rights,

Ms. Paveena Hongsakula, and renowned breast cancer surgeon, Dr. Kris Chatamra

• March 2011-- Area 6 Zonta Rose Day /International Women's Day honoring 7 long-serving Zontians with Rose Awards of Distinction by AD Lalivan

• A Parade of Nations Fashion Show -- another highlight of the evening • October 2011 -- Organized International Day of Rural Women Dinner, with 4 women

village heads as panelists; advocate and reformer for farmers' rights, Mr. Meechai Viravaidya as Guest speaker.

• 2014-2016 Biennium as Area Director, organized Zonta SAYS No to Violence against Women and Girls Campaign launch on November 18, 2014, with 15-second and 30-second videos on billboard screens at Bangkok's 12 main intersections, at BTS and MRT stations, and on MRT trains from November 16-30, 2014

• Our voices definitely were heard. Zonta 's Mission and name, and the EVAW Campaign went public throughout Thailand, with our 10 Clubs in Bangkok and five Clubs in the provinces also organizing their separate eye-catching EVAW events, including ZC Chiangmai and their Balloon Campaign and others marching out in the streets

• March 2015 the STOP Teen Mom Campaign was launched with a 6 ½ minute duration video depicting real-life situations of four teenaged couples; we then went on a Campaign Roadshow to over 20 schools throughout Thailand during March 2015-March 2016, reaching out to over 20,000 pre-teens and teenagers.

• In November 2015, Area 6 re-organized the Zonta SAYS No to Violence against Women and Girls Campaign, with our revised 15-second and 30-second videos again on the billboard screens at Bangkok Central Business District traffic intersections -- this time at 50 intersections and junctions, from December 1-16, 2015.

• At the District Conference in September 2015, Area 6 received 4 Governor's Awards: Advocacy- 2nd Prize Say No to Violence against Women and Girls Service- 2nd Prize STOP Teen Mom Campaign and Roadshow Membership Increase- 1st Prize

Chartered 1 Club, 1 Z Club and 2 Golden Z Clubs • Achievement and Leadership for Area Director- 1st Prize


Business/ Profession: Cosmetics Company, a joint venture with Japan Title/ Position: Company Director

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Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions: My small contribution began in the mid-1980's with the PR of facial care products in Thailand; managed to create awareness among potential customers, who were using French and American-manufactured face creams, and were skeptical of Japanese products, that our products are equal to, if not better than, those from France and the U.S.A.

Our concept of using well-known faces, such as actress Mayura Thanabuti Savetsila, as Presenter was a novelty. We invited Japanese Beauty Consultants to introduce the products during the launch.

Finally, our joint venture with Japan, their number one cosmetics firm founded over 120 years ago, has managed to gain a niche in the Thai market the past 30 years.

CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT • The Pan Pacific and South East Asia Women's Association of Thailand under the

Patronage of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, since 1989 to the Present, in the following areas of responsibility:

Assistant Secretary-General Secretary-General United Nations Committee Vice Chair International Affairs Committee Chair 2nd Vice President and United Nations Committee Chair 1st Vice President

• International Women's Club of Thailand from 1993 to the Present: 2001-2005 Getting-to-Know-You Director Treasurer 2nd Vice President 1st Vice President President Advisor to the President PR Director and Clubs Liaison Officer Member, Scholarship Foundation Board

• Thai Women Watch Committee Member • Swiss Alumni Association under the Patronage of H.R.H. Princess Galyani Wattana

Krommaluang Narathiwatratchanakarin -1st Vice President • Catholic Commission for Women of Bangkok Honorary Advisor


My 28 years' experience as volunteer in non-government charity organizations, in particular women's organizations, working with like-minded women volunteers, have prepared me to deal with the unexpected.

My long-standing passion to help the less fortunate women and girls stand on their own feet, and my belief that women can do as well as men, has led me to Zonta, to serve our organization and help those who are vulnerable.

GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS We all have Goals, and hope to see them materialize. However, ideas we come up with now may be changed-- due to unanticipated circumstances and opportunities. • My Goal for the coming Biennium is to fully support the District Governor in all her

endeavors. She will also be my teacher and advisor; I have much to learn. • One of my Goals for District 17 is to focus on women affected by natural disasters.

A myriad of responsibilities for women during and after a natural disaster strikes. We are living through a period of unprecedented climate change.

• How could we minimize the impact and effect an unexpected disaster could have on

communities, especially Women, vulnerable and seriously affected, as they have to help care for the elderly, the sick, young children and men. Women do not have time to think of themselves and their needs.

• Consequently, as movers and shakers, we have to reach out and work with local,

state, provincial, and national authorities. We need to have better plans and be better informed Any information we receive from the authorities must be quickly disseminated to as many communities as possible BEFORE DISASTER STRIKES

We must teach women to always be alert and vigilant Where and how do we begin?

Set up a pilot project in one or two hardest-hit province(s) where we have connections with local and provincial authorities. Prevention is always

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better than cure. We cannot control nature, but we can take proactive measures to minimize the impact

• My other Goal is continuation of both the SAY No to Violence against Women and Girls Campaign, and STOP Teen Mom Campaign Roadshow. We have to go to the ROOT of the problem-- by educating boys and girls at an

early age. Treat each other with fairness and respect. We must continue to find ways and means to STOP Violence, deeply rooted in cultures and societies. We must work together to come up with viable schemes.

Another concern to me is teenage pregnancies. A drain on family resources and diminishing of family relations; we must STOP Teenage Pregnancies now. Again, by going to the ROOT of the problem.

I pledge to promote

HONESTY TRANSPARENCY COOPERATION COMMITMENT MUTUAL RESPECT UNITY IN DIVERSIFICATION

OFELIA C. BAUTISTA

Candidate for: Treasurer Member: Zonta Club of Greater Razil I, since 2003 Classification: Operations Manager Business/Profession (title/position):

Twins Financing Corp./Twins Realty and Properties Corp., Managing Director

ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/Positions held: International: None District: Elected: Treasurer (2016-2018) Appointed: Z and Golden Z Club Committee (Chair, 2012-2014) Area: Elected: Area 1 Director (2014-2016, 2010-2012); Vice Area 1 Director (2008-2010) Club: Elected: President (2006-2008); Recording Secretary (2004-2006) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Nice (2016); Orlando (2014); Torino (2012) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended: • 2006-2008: 6

Leadership Training, Discovery Suites UN Day/ Putungan, Manila Polo Club Rose Day, Savannah Moon Loyalty Day, Manila Peninsula Advocacy Forum: 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence, Milky Way Breast Cancer Awareness Seminar/ Rose Day, Manila Polo Club

• 2008-2010: 7

Officers’ Workshop, VRPMC

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Officers’ Training & Turnover, Manila Polo Club UN Day, Mandarin Oriental Rose Day, Intercontinental Hotel Magna Carta of Women, Makati Sports Club Loyalty Day/ Rose Day, Top of the Citi Leadership Training, UP Hotel

• 2010-2012: 4

Officers’ Training and Area Turnover, St. Giles Hotel UN Day, Mandarin Oriental Rose Day, Wack-Wack Country Club Loyalty Day/Rose Day, St. Francis Tower

• 2012-2014: 3

Officers’ Training, Areas 1-6 Advocacy Forum, Club Filipino Loyalty Day/ Rose Day, Wack-Wack

• 2014-16: 7

Officers’ Training, Areas 1,3,4,5, Dusit Hotel Officers’ Training, Area 6, Bangkok Officers’ Training, Area 2 Hong Kong UN Day, Areas 1 & 5 Celebration, Dusit Hotel Advocacy Walk, Quezon City Memorial Circle Rose Day, Marco Polo Hotel Loyalty and Rose Day, Discovery Suites

• 2016-17: 11

Officers’ Training, Areas 1-6 Area 1 Meeting, Greenhills Club House Area 4 Meeting, San Fernando La Union Area 5 Meeting, Crowne Plaza Area 6 Meeting, Marriott Bangkok Areas 1 & 5 UN Day Celebration, North Forbes District 17 Launch of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence – Plaza Roma Area 1 Advocacy Walk, Quezon City Memorial Circle Area 6 Advocacy Rally, Bangkok/ Lumphini Area 1 Rose Day, Oakwood Bonifacio Global City Area 5 Rose Day, Security Bank Ayala Makati

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: • As Vice Area Director, I managed area activities and projects • As Area Director, I believe that the best way to empower women, and this includes

the club presidents, involves 3 E’s : educate, enable, engage. Educate. Knowledge about Zonta is primary in our goal to serve. I mentored and guided the club presidents on what the district goals to achieve. I shared with them my knowledge about Zonta, the different events and observances, and the necessary prerequisites to comply with deliverables. Enable. With proper knowledge, I enabled the presidents to appreciate why we are here and what it is that we do, thus encouraging them to achieve all the district goals. Engage. And with these, I engaged the presidents to actively participate in our monthly presidents’ meetings, got them involved in organizing area activities, and have them replicate these in managing their own respective clubs.

• Finally, last biennium for the 1st time in Area 1, we held our 1st Area-Wide Joint Club Officers’ Installation with all 14 Clubs participating. I consider this as an achievement because finally all club presidents agreed with this arrangement, hence starting a new tradition in Area 1.

BUSINESS/ PROFESSIONAL DATA:

Business/Profession: Twins Financing Corporation/Twins Realty and Properties Corporation Title/Position: Managing Director Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions: • For TFC, I supervise daily operations, approve loans application, review performances of the

branches, review cash position, generate annual projected income and expenses, and study expansion possibilities either through product diversity or opening of new branches.

• For TRPC, I audit rental payments and monitor expenses and accounts payables. I review project proposal on purchase and sale of properties.

CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT • President, Working Hands Scholarship Foundation, Inc., July 2006 to present • VP for Marketing, Working Hands Scholarship Foundation, Inc., July 2004-2006

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SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION I have a degree on BS Business Economics from the University of the Philippines Diliman. I took a certificate program on Managing Nonprofit Organization from Harvard and on Computer Information Systems from University of California, Berkeley. My background in business economics and computer information systems will help me comply with the necessary financial reporting required by the district. I learned the value of strict adherence to financial transparency through my experience in managing our business and a non-for-profit organization. Together with observing high ethical standards, all these I believe will help me achieve sound financial management. The best attributes that I have which may qualify me to serve as District Treasurer are my dedication and willingness to serve. And true to Zonta values, I’m honest and trustworthy. I have good communication skills and can interact with women of all ages. I can listen and focus. I can simplify things and help members complete tasks. I’m easily approachable because I’m courteous, friendly, and cheerful. I’m always ready to extend a helping hand. GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS My goal is to safeguard the funds of the district through financial transparency: 1. Ensure that we adhere to the Budget; 2. Manage dues collection and disbursements; and, 3. Maintain accurate financial records.

CORAZON DE JESUS TAN

Candidate for: Treasurer Member: Zonta Club of Makati & Environs Foundation,

Inc., since 1989 Classification: Restaurateur Business/ Profession (title/ position): ANCOR CUISINE, INC (President) ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/Positions held: International: None District: Elected: Area 5 Director (2016-2018); Vice Area 5 Director (2014-2016) Appointed: Area: Elected: Area 5 Director (2016-2018); Vice Area 5 Director (2014-2016) Appointed: Club: Elected: President (2012-2014); Secretary (2 biennium); Director (several biennium) Appointed: International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Nice (2016); Orlando (2014); Torino (2012) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

• 1st Asian Inter-District Meeting – March 2016, The Manila Hotel • International Women’s Day / Rose Day – March 09, 2017, Makati City • Area 5 Meeting – May 21, 2017, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Quezon City • Area 1 Meeting – May 22, 20017, North Greenhills, San Juan City

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: • Outstanding President, Zonta Club of Makati & Environs, Biennium 2012-2014 • Organized Grassroots Association of Women in Centennial Village, Taguig City

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Business/Profession: Restaurateur Title/Position: ANCOR CUISINE, INC, President Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions:

I have been a business woman for the past 30 years. I manage Institutional food facilities for banks, professional schools & professional associations such as, Security Bank Corp. Head Office in Ayala Makati since 2001, Ateneo de Manila Professional School in Rockwell Makati since 1999 & Architectural Center Club in Rockwell Makati since 1994 to present.

CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT

• President, UP College of Mass Communication Alumni Association • Past President & District Chairman, Inner Wheels Clubs of the Philippines, Inc. • Director, Kabisig ng Kalahi, an NGO conducting nationwide school-

based and community-based feeding programs that address the severe malnourish problem of children in the Philippines

• Director, Philippine Ballet Theater • Past President, Sayaw Foundation, an NGO giving classical ballet scholarships to

Public School Students • Director, Society for Cultural Enrichment, Inc.


Aside from my almost 30 years in business, I acquired my managerial skills during my stint with the Economic Development Foundation, Inc., a management consultancy firm. I was in charge of the training department which provided managerial training to supervisors & managers of different multi-national companies.


Being a Zontian for 27 years, I have served in different leadership positions. At the club level, I was a President, Director and Secretary. I headed different committees such as, Z & Golden Z Club, Advocacy and Service Committees. I plan to continue the different programs I have initiated particularly in empowering grassroots women, giving them access to medical service & training them on women’s rights and livelihood skills to make them financially independent.

I was one of the organizers of Zonta Kababaihan in the early 2000. These women live near ZCME Center in Centennial Village in Taguig City. They attend seminars on human rights, gender equality, and consciousness raising on violence against women and empowering them and giving livelihood skills training in cooking, food preservation, bag-making, sewing, flower arrangements and basic training on bookkeeping. This is an on-going project which I plan to continue and expand to the neighboring communities in the area in the next biennium during my term.

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MARSHA LEONCIA M. AOIGAN

Candidate for: Nominating Committee Member: Zonta Club of Ilocos Norte, since 2002 Classification: Working Proprietor, Business Owner Business/Profession (title/position): Dealer/Retailer Fuel Products; Aoigan Realty – Proprietor/ Manager ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/Positions held: International: None District: Elected: Area 4 Director (2016-2018) Appointed: JMK Scholarship Awards Committee (Vice Chairman, 2016-2018, 2014-2016) Area: Elected: Area 4 Director (2016-2018) Club: Elected: President (2012-2014); President Elect (2010-2012); Vice President

(2008-2010); Director (2006-2008) Appointed: Committee on ZI Centennial (Chairman, 2016-2018); Committee on ZI Service Programs (Member, 2016-2018); PR and Communications Committee (Member, 2016-2018); AIDM Meetings and Inter City programs (Chairman, 2016); Ex-officio Member of the Board of Directors (2014-2016)

International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

• All Area 4 Meetings (except the 1st A4 Meeting in 2014-2016) • 1st Asian Inter District Meeting (2016) • Workshops on Service and Membership in the different District Conferences

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: Active in all club projects and activities; Certificate of Recognition from the club as Club President; Certificate of Recognition from Area 4 as Club President; Certificate of Appreciation from the Provincial Government during 2 Women’s day celebrations


Business/Profession: Dealer/Retailer Fuel Products; Aoigan Realty Title/Position: Proprietor/Manager Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions:

My daily interaction with customers and employees in the course of business enhances my understanding of their different personalities and ways of life. Focus, determination, control, guidance and direction in decision making is central to the success of the businesses.


• Batac Puericulture and Family Planning Center (Past Member of the Board of Directors) • Batac Parish Pastoral Council (Past Treasurer, Member of Commission on Liturgy at

present) • Holy Spirit Academy of Laoag Alumni Association (Past President) • Museo Ilocos Norte, Gameng Foundation Inc – Member of the Board of Trustees • Friends of Museo Ilocos Norte - President • Mother Butler Mission Guilds (Past Unit Chairman; Past Chapter Vice-President; Past

Chapter President; Past National Secretary; National Vice President – Luzon; and at present, National Vice President – North Luzon)

SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION My experience as Vice Chairman of the D17 JMK Scholarship Awards Committee will help me pay particular attention to details as a member of D17 Nominating Committee. My stickler for time and fine points when organizing projects and activities in our club will be of assistance to perform my responsibility. GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS I give 100% attention to duties and responsibilities given to me in our club and I will carry this trait if given a chance to serve as a member of the D17 Nominating Committee.

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LOURDES TIU MARASIGAN

Candidate for: Nominating Committee Member: Zonta Club of Quezon City, since 2007 Classification: Business Owner Business/Profession (title/position): Lettered L Food Services, Inc.- President ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/Positions held: International: None District: Elected: Area 1 Director (2016-2018); Vice Area 1 Director (2014-2016) Area: Elected: Area 1 Director (2016-2018); Vice Area 1 Director (2014-2016) Club: Elected: President (2012-2014) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Nice (2016); Torino (2012) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

• Area 1 Monthly Meetings since 2012 • District Wide Advocacy Forum , Nov 2012 • Club Officers Training, Sept. 2012, Aug. 2014 & Sept. 2016 • OWWA Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS) for Household Service Workers

for Saudi Arabia, June 2013 • Symposium on Migrant Workers – July 2013 • Advocacy Forum on Unite Against Domestic Violence NOW, Nov. 2014 • Asian Inter-District Meeting, Mar 13 -15, 2016 • Z & Golden Z Summit – Mar. 4, 2017

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: • Initiated reactivation of the Zonta Club Quezon City Foundation’s Accreditation by

the Security and Exchange Commission, Philippines; • Steered fund raising activities of the Club • Sponsored/organized livelihood and capacity building seminars/scholarships for

grassroots level beneficiaries • Organized community health projects for over 2,000 beneficiaries: free Pap Smears,

anti-tuberculosis treatment and children feeding program, medical & dental missions, hospital visits giving hope and joy to 60 children with leukemia at Philippine Children Medical Center

• Prioritized activities for women’s self-actualization and awareness of their legal rights , e.g., seminar on the Magna Carta for Women and Children

• Adopted orphanage ages 4 to 16 (Children Joy Foundation) with continuous support for educational materials/school supplies and rice subsidy.


Business/ Profession: Lettered L Food Services, Inc. Title/ Position: President Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions:

• Leadership acumen and values which were appropriately applied in doing the functions of President and Area 1 Director.

• Mentoring and coaching skills for training and capacity building in PDOS • Human resource management and development business tools were used as guides in

dealing with club members and beneficiaries; Specifically, in recruitment, acknowledging/recognizing strengths and achievements of people, elevating staff exposure to community issues and engaging them in community service/outreach programs

• Resource generation and mobilization in harnessing women’s cooperation and participation in activities ensuring projects are pursued efficiently.

• Access and reach to a wide network of donors/contributors, experts and speakers/lecturers who were tapped for Zonta projects/activities.


• Circulo Barugueno - President 2005 – 2010 • An Taclobanon Foundation - Director 2014 to present • Miriam College Alumni Association - Alumnae

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• Wide exposure and direct access to officers and members of Zonta Clubs of Area 1, key officers of District 17 and distinguished women of other clubs in District 17

• Highly knowledgeable of the guidelines and measures used in selection of nominees for positions in the District

• Appropriate use of human psychology and keen judgment in the recruitment and selection process

• Humble and amiable disposition in dealing with people • Reliable in the performance of assigned task


• Ensure transparency in the selection of staunch leaders with unwavering commitment, conviction and courage

• Promote leadership in action through seminars for prospective leaders who can hold positions in Zonta with exemplary focus and relentless service

• Sustain efforts which can rejuvenate and enhance membership’s performance, participation and cooperation through clubs’ interactive and joint activities, regular meetings and conversations, distribution of leadership bulletins, and the like

PANIDA PATHUMARAK

Candidate for: Nominating Committee Member: Zonta Club of Bangkok III, since 1985 Classification: Auditor Business/Profession (title/position):

Owner/Managing Director (CPA) – Accounting /Auditing Firm

Advisor, Namprik Maesri Group ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/Positions held: International: None District: Elected: District Treasurer (2014-2016) Appointed: Membership Committee Vice Chairman (2-16-2018) Area: Elected: Area 6 Director (2004-2006) Appointed: Area 6 Foundation Ambassador (2012-2014; 2006-2008) Advisor to Area Director Club: Elected: President (2000-2002); Club Director (2016-2018; 1992-2000); Secretary

(1990-1992); Treasurer (1985-1990) Appointed: Service Committee (Chairman, 2002-2004) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Nice (2016); Orlando (2014); Torino (2012) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

• Area Meeting: 2014-2016 (4 times) • Workshop: 2015 18th District Conference • Workshop: 2016 1st AIDM

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Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: • In 2000-2002, during her term as President of ZC Bangkok III, the club received an

award for a project of nursing and caring for patients in rural area • In 2002-2004, as Service Committee Chairman, the club received an award for a

project of providing long distance education through satellite • In 2010-2012, led the club in an award winning project sponsoring the

replacement of 840 eye lenses for cataract women patients, in honor of His Majesty the King for his 84th birthday

• In 2012-2014, as Foundation Ambassador for Area 6, Panida raised the highest amount of donation in District 17


Business/Profession: Certified Public Accountant Title/ Position:

• Owner/Managing Director of Tanaprecha Accounting Ltd., Part. and Parinee Accounting & Auditing Co., Ltd.

• Senior Accounting and Personnel Advisor, Namprik Maesri Ltd., Part. Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions:

Being a CPA, Panida works with various kinds of client. The work, which is mostly on accounting and law, gives her insights on people’s characters and integrity. It also teaches her on how to identify and deal with people with different qualities, either positive or negative.

As a Senior Accountant and Personnel Advisor at Namprik Maesi Ltd., Part., Panida oversees the company’s financial statements, making sure that they are correct to the accounting standard and law of Thailand. She also is in charge of identifying, interviewing, screening and selecting new employees for the company in not only Accounting Department, but also Marketing, Purchasing and Inventory. Again, this position gives her a very good experience in performing an effective duty as member of the Nominating Committee, if elected.


• President (current), Euang Fa Luang 04 Foundation for Thammasart University. (The Foundation was founded by the 1981 alumni of the School of Accounting, Thammasart University. The Foundation’s objectives are to help students with low income and to help children in need).

• Director (current), The National Council on Social Welfare of Thailand. The Council’s objectives are to promote and coordinate social welfare work of both government and non-government organizations.

• Director (current), The national Motherhood Club. The Club’s objectives are to identify, award and support mothers (in Thailand) who do good benefits to society.

• Thai Senator (2006) SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION

• Proven Leadership Ability • Ability to Identify and Select Qualified People • Fairness • Hard-working • Volunteered-Minded • Charismatic and Present Personality • Sufficient Financial Resources to Support Her Volunteer Work


As Zonta continues to empower women worldwide, the organization must run effectively but with integrity. In doing so, it must be comprised of qualified members and candidates in leadership positions. Panida will, as she always has done, actively visit clubs, join their activities as observer and offer assistance in various Zonta fields of work. This will not only give her opportunities to identify future leaders, but also to encourage them to consider serving in higher positions.

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WINNIE TEOH

Candidate for: Nominating Committee Member: Zonta Club of Kowloon, since 1982 Classification: Management, Services & Development Business/Profession (title/position): Jetage Company Limited, Director ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/ Positions held: International: Elected: Member of Nominating Committee (2016-2018)

International Director (2014-2016) Appointed: Membership Committee (Chairman, 2016-2018);

JMK Committee (2006-2008) District: Elected: District Governor (2012-2014); Lieutenant Governor (2010-2012) Appointed: Centurion (2014-2018); Young Women in Public Affairs Committee

(Chairman, 2008-2010); Zonta International Foundation Ambassador, Area 2 (2008-2010)

Area: Elected: Area 2 Director (2006-2008) Club: Elected: President (1990-1991); Corresponding Secretary (2008-2010)

Appointed: Advisor to Legal Committee; Chairman of 40th Anniversary, Fund Raising, Fellowship, Social Services, Status of Women, and Advocacy Committees

International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Nice (2016); Orlando (2014); Torino (2012) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended: Have attended almost all in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: As District Governor 2012-2014 I managed District 17 with 73 clubs & 2,140 members ZIF contribution increased 17.5%, membership figures increased to top 8 performing districts. D17 was awarded Second Place for International Service Award, and Membership Award for most chartered clubs As International Director 2014-2016, I was IBL for D14, D16, and D20 & MONGOLIA. I have helped Mongolia to integrate into D31 As Chairman of ZI Membership Committee 2016-2018, I need to motivate all clubs to achieve positive growth. I am instrumental in launching Global Membership Drive in April 2017. A diversity of supporting materials of over 40 items have been launched at ZI Website aimed at helping districts, areas, clubs in their retention, engagement, and recruitment drives. As member of Zonta International Nominating Committee, we are continually looking for upcoming leaders. I am the Liaison for Districts 17, 26, 31, & 32.


Business/Profession: Jetage Company Limited Title/Position: Director Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions: Current responsibilities include monitoring investment opportunities, making purchase decisions, and handling rental administration. The main part of my career is international marketing for 22 years, in heading the marketing team for Hong Kong Tourism Board. This has given me strong experience in coordinating mega campaigns across geographical boundaries. With team members in 19 countries, I need to ensure appropriate professionals are being recruited. I have to formulate the marketing plan, define corporate goals & objectives, & organize the team in delivering timely results. CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT • School Manager, Pooi Kei College • Executive Committee Member, Friends of Hong Kong Museum of Art. • Honorary Vice Chairman of Hong Kong Federation of Women.

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• I have been a Zontian for 35 years, and I have worked extensively with Zontians from different clubs, areas & districts.

• In depth knowledge of Zonta & its role as NGO. Possess a strong commitment to serve, & always try to deliver outstanding results.

• Experience of motivating Zontians across geographical boundaries, & coordinate/launch mega projects in accordance with Zonta objectives

• My strengths are strong communication skills, vision into the future, effective strategic planning & efficient project management skills.

• Possess a successful track record of good leadership & governance. GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS Identify good leaders for D17 is of paramount importance. It ensures the torch is being passed to qualified leaders who will further exemplify Zonta’s work. The Nominating Committee would need to explore the skills & competencies for different positions, and maintain effective nominating procedures. Through consultation with district/area/club leaders, we would be able to identify the most appropriate candidates. We also need to promote the awareness that leadership position in D17 is an honor & a privilege. We must encourage candidates to run. Through this, we will be able to groom future leaders & ensure good succession planning for D17.

SONIA TIONG-AQUINO

Candidate for: Nominating Committee Member: Zonta Club of Fort Bonifacio, since 2007 Classification: Training and Development Officer Business/Profession (title/position):

Philippine Commission of Higher Education (Member, Technical Committee on Entrepreneurship)

Entrepinoy Volunteers Foundation, Inc. (Trustee) Small Enterprises Research and Development Foundation, Inc. (Member)

ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/ Positions held: International: None District: Appointed: Leadership Development Committee (Chairman, 2016-2018); UN Committee (Member, 2012-2014), Membership Committee (Vice Chairman for Area 5, 2014-2016) Area: Appointed: Vice Area 5 Director (2013-2014, after position was vacated) Club: Elected: President (2010-2012) Appointed: Archivist (2016-2018) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Torino (2012) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended: • Attended all Area Meetings, Workshops, Training Seminars held in 2010, 2012, 2014 • In 2016, assisted the District Governor conduct the Orientation and Training for District

17 Officers and Committee Chairs and Area Club Officers/Members (for HK prepared the program only)

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Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: • Biennium 2010-2012 AD Chona Lopez: As Club President, received Area 5 Recognition

for Governance; and coordinated the Search for Women Achievers • As VAD, designed, coordinated and conducted Area 5 Training Seminars/ Workshops,

namely, “Members: Briefing, Review and Orientation (MemBRO)” held on 29 June 2013 and “Leadership and Education in Action for Development (LEAD) the ZONTA WAY” held on 24 May 2014

• Resource Person and Facilitator for Strategic Planning and Team Building since 2015 • Appointed as Member of ZI Task Force to find a Major Zonta, project per message of

President Sonja Hönig Schough dated 05 March 2017; Projects are at Candidate level as yet; Task Force is composed of Sonja Hönig Schough, Susanne.von Bassewitz, Sharon Langenbeck (leader), Lydia Chaillou, Pat Latona, Naomi Reschke


Business/ Profession: Development Officer Title/ Position: Philippine Commission of Higher Education (Member, Technical Committee on Entrepreneurship) Entrepinoy Volunteers Foundation, Inc. (Trustee) Small Enterprises Research and Development Foundation, Inc. (Member) Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions: • Participation in innovative curriculum development • Trained women and their families on various topics • Trained development officers and trainors • Render consultancy services CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT • As (retired) Deputy Director, Institute for Small Scale Industries, University of the Philippines

brought in and managed major track-record setting development programs and projects; managed projects abroad

• First woman Vice President of South East Asia Ergonomics Society; Influenced policies of employers on good working conditions

• Current: Development of micro-entrepreneurs

SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION • SKILLS: training skills • ATTRIBUTES: patient and shares information • EXPERIENCES: training and development work GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS

• Promote WEPS through training and workshops • Active participation in prevention of teen marriage and early pregnancy • Continue entrepreneurship and livelihood programs to provide opportunities for

women to be financially secure • Continue membership and leadership development programs for Zontians

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ISABEL C. Y. CU

Candidate for: Area 1 Director Member: Zonta Club of Mandaluyong-San Juan

Foundation, Inc., since 1995 Classification: Chief Executive Business/Profession (title/position): Yutivo Corporation/Qualifil Corporation/I.C.Y. Press (President) ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/Positions held: International: None District: Elected: Vice Area 1 Director (2016-2018) Area: Elected: Vice Area 1 Director (2016-2018) Club: Elected: President (2002-2004); Director (2014-2016); Vice President, Treasurer International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: None District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

• Rose Day Orientation • Officers’ Orientation • Advocacy Walk • Loyalty Day

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: As a Zontian, I have always been goal oriented. I exercise professionalism in all my dealings whether it be in business or in any of my socio civic involvements. Furthermore, discipline and perseverance are qualities deeply ingrained in my character.

2018 – 2020 District 17 Slate of CandidatesBUSINESS/ PROFESSIONAL DATA:

Business/Profession: Trading & Service of computer hardware and software & construction hardware; Certified Public Accountant Title/Position: President Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions: Having been involved in several reputable civic and professional organizations, I have been exposed to different personalities in the business and professional worlds. The exchange of ideas, interpersonal relationships and good communication honed all these time have all been very useful tools in the performance of the functions entrusted to me. CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT

1. Jose Rizal University Alumni Association-President for 24 years 2. Philippine Chinese Association of Professional and Businesswomen-Director 3. Rotary Club of Chinatown-member 4. Inner Wheel Club of the Philippines 5. Philippine Business for Social Progress


1. Decision maker2. Professional 3. Possesses good human relations skills4. Team player5. Good communicator


1. Increase Membership- play a more active role in soliciting assistance from members to recruit new members.

2. Advocacy for Women’s Rights- undertake events and activities such as seminars for leadership of women, awareness about violence against women and children, economic opportunities, livelihood and women’s health.

3. Delivery of projects and services to improve the lives of women and the community through outreach programs, and livelihood training.

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LUCY TSUI YUE WONG

Candidate for: Area 2 Director Member: Zonta Club of Hong Kong East, since 2003 Classification: Finance Director Business/ Profession (title/ position): Hong Kong Catering Management Ltd., Director Hong Kong Certified Accountant ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/ Positions held: International: None District: Elected: Vice Area 2 Director (2016-2018) Appointed: 17th District 17 Conference Treasurer (2013) Area: Elected: Vice Area 2 Director (2016-2018) Club: Elected: President (2006-2008), Vice President (2014-2016, 2005-2006); Director

(2008-2010, 2004-2005) Appointed: Service Committee (Chairman, 2010-2012) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Nice (2016) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

Area Meetings in Hong Kong (2016, 2015, 2014, 2012, 2011) Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: • Initiated 2 year term club presidency in line with district biennium during my term • Organizing chairperson of 2010 Annual Charity Party • Organizing committee of the Say No to Violence Campaign that won the 2nd place of the

2016 DG Advocacy award • Attendance awards, 2006-2016

2018 – 2020 District 17 Slate of CandidatesBUSINESS/PROFESSIONAL DATA:

Business/Profession: Hong Kong Catering Management Ltd/ Hong Kong Certified Public Accountant Title/Position: Director Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions:

Experience of managing publicly listed companies with over 2,000 staff and annual turnover USD 100million. Fund raising from initial public offerings and bankers. Handling investors relationship and interviews for investment analysts and corporate shareholders. Overseeing corporate communication, branding & marketing, IT function of group. Dealing with media, statutory bodies and labor organization. Human resource development and formulated sales & customer service trainings for frontline staff to attain quality service certification.


Independent directors for Luk Fook Financial Holdings Ltd and Silvermine Bay Hotel Resort Ltd. Mentors for young professional accountants and voluntary treasures/members of statutory bodies. Sitting committee of tripartite task force for catering industry. Nominated voter for the catering constituency.


Management, administration, communication, planning and new project management, networking with community

GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS • Collaborate with clubs in Area 2 to further the mission of Zonta International

and attainment of District 17 goals ; • Enhance solidarity among clubs in Area 2 to act in one voice and one moment for more

distinctive Zonta branding and identity; • Mobilise clubs in Area 2 to participate in District 17 service and advocacy initiatives

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STELLA S. BERNABE

Candidate for: Area 3 Director Member: Zonta Club of Cebu 1, since 2002 Classification: Financial Services/ Life Insurance Business/Profession (title/position): Finance, Investment & Life Insurance (Regional Head Entrepreneur) ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/Positions held: International: None District: Elected: Vice Area 3 Director (2016-2018) Area: Elected: Vice Area 3 Director (2016-2018) Club: Elected: President (2010-2012); Vice President (2008-2010); Secretary (2006-2008);

Director; Press Relations Officer International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Orlando (2014) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

• Area Meetings: Iloilo; Cebu; Bacolod • Advocacy & Service Workshop

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: Recipient of Advocacy & Service Awards from District 17. Awarded as Most influential Filipina Women in the World – One factor of which is my Advocacy in Supporting Women’s Status in Society.

2018 – 2020 District 17 Slate of CandidatesBUSINESS/PROFESSIONAL DATA:

Business/Profession: Agencies – Specializing in Estate Planning and Wealth Management Title/ Position: Region Head/ Stellar Region Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions:

Help my countrymen secure their future through Savings, investment & Accumulating wealth


Supporting Zonta Club of Cebu I Drop Off Center and Advocacy for Violence Against Women and Children supporting the Cebu Training Center of especially able, teaching them to earn a living through livelihood program, supporting projects of Zonta Club of Cebu I, Scholarship Program, Teaching individual especially women by training them to be food sales persons for them to support their families.


• Excels in Financial Investment & Management • Active in supporting the marginalized members of our community especially

women • Empowering the specially able particularly women to engage in a

livelihood program to support their families GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS

To empower women by supporting and teaching them to embark into business and continue to support the student scholarship through Golden Z Club Jane Klausman and Emma Conlon Projects.

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LORNA J. MANDAPAT

Candidate for: Area 4 Director Member: Zonta Club of Baguio, since 2009 Classification: Financial Examiner Business/Profession (title/ position): Certified Public Accountant ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/ Positions held: International: None District: Elected: Vice Area 4 Director (2016-2018) Area: Elected: Vice Area 4 Director (2016-2018) Club: Elected: President (2014-2016); Corresponding Secretary (2012-2014);

Auditor (2010-2012) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

• Area Meetings (2016, 2015, 2014, 2012, 2010) • Officers Trainings (2016, 2014, 2010) • District Board Officers Training (2016)

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: • Rejuvenating and invigorating Zonta Club of Baguio considering it had an aging roster of

members and overlooked recruitment of younger members to ensure continuity of leadership in the club. There were nine (9) new members inducted during nominee’s presidency

• Encouraging and mentoring of new/ younger members to accept leadership roles in the club

2018 – 2020 District 17 Slate of Candidates• Good governance by ensuring that the Club’s Corporate Documents have the same

provisions as those provided in the Zonta International Governing Documents • Disseminating Zonta’s Advocacies by holding talks to grade school, high school, and college

students • Holding of Medical and Dental Missions for women and girls


Business/Profession: Certified Public Accountant Title/ Position: Consultant to various business entities Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions:

Nominee’s last position held in a corporate set-up was Chief Finance Officer where she developed her skills in managing her department as well as perform various tasks to ensure proper and effective implementation of her duties and responsibilities as well as serving upper management. As a current consultant to various business entities, Nominee has learned to listen, understand, evaluate, address, and do recommendations to address concerns of both management and their personnel. These aforementioned experiences would enable the Nominee to be able to interact with the various Zonta Clubs in Area 4 as well as to help manage and effectively address various concerns of the individual clubs and that of its officers.

CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT Nominee wishes to serve and focus only on Zonta, its mission, advocacies, and services. Nominee has no intentions of joining other civic organizations SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION As past president of Zonta Club of Baguio and Current VAD, nominee has displayed the following personal attributes

• Integrity, credibility, and sound judgment• Proven leadership skills• Dedication and discipline• Willingness and ability to devote substantial time to Zonta activities• Good oral and written communication skills• Able to work effectively in a team• Good health • Substantial experience in and understanding of Zonta’s strategic mission

and activities• Excellent command of the English language• Possess an international outlook and familiar with global affairs

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• To continue to encourage all club presidents and their members to disseminate Zonta’s advocacies to more people

• To implement and disseminate all current goals and objectives of the current International and District Officers

• To encourage growth of membership in each club and ensure the high morale and wellbeing of its members

• To encourage formation of Z and Golden Z Clubs in the Area

ENRIQUETA V. DOBLE

Candidate for: Area 5 Director Member: Zonta Club of Metro Ortigas, since 1998 Classification: Jewelry Retail, image & Training Consultancy Business/ Profession (title/ position): Retail of fine jewelry – Owner Image and training consultant – President ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/ Positions held: International: None District: Elected: Vice Area 5 Director (2016-2018) Appointed: Service Committee Chairman (2010-2012); 16th District Conference Registration Committee (Chairman, 2011); 12th District Conference Registration Committee (Chairman, 2003) Area: Elected: Vice Area 5 Director (2016-2018) Appointed: Zonta Says NO to Violence Against Women Campaign (Chairman, 2013) Club: Elected: President (2012-2014; 2002-2004) Appointed: International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

• Attended all Area 5 Meetings and Workshops • 1st Asian Inter-District Meeting in Manila (2016)


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Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: • Outstanding Club President (2004) • Outstanding Young Club during my presidency


Business/ Profession: Retail of fine jewelry; Image Consultancy Title/ Position: Owner, Katrina de Manille Trading President, IDevelop Image Consultancy Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions: • Exercise of good and functional time management • I learned to focus on job at hand • Practice of good public relations and have good people skills • I learned to be a better communicator • CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT • Supreme Toastmasters Club – Founding President • Association of Image Consultants International (AICI Phil. Chapter) Past Board of Trustee • Rotary Club Makati San Lorenzo – Vocational Service Vice Chair • Fern & Nature Society of the Philippines – Past President • Nature’s Friend Foundation – Corporate Secretary • Kannawidan Foundation Inc. – Secretary • SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION • I possess good communication and leadership skills • I am a speech coach and mentor and I have trained students and professionals to

be confident and to be good communicators • I am a team player • I give trainings and seminars on Image Enhancement – Appearance, Personal Branding,

Behavior – Manners, Etiquette, Social Graces & Deportment and Communications both verbal and non-verbal

• Foremost is, I have the passion and the heart to serve the less fortunate in life

GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS To unify our efforts in Area 5 so that we can greatly advance the status of women’s legal, political and social conditions through service and advocacy projects: 1. Prevention of violence against women & girls: through education awareness lectures,

adopt a women’s protection desk to monitor VAW cases, conduct policewomen summit to empower them to handle VAW cases well

2. To promote maternal and child care by providing health services and conducting health education to prevent diseases and promote better health

3. To conduct skills trainings to empower women to augment the family income and provide for their families

4. To conduct seminars that will help girls to realize the problems brought about by early marriages and teen pregnancies

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ARMITA B. RUFINO

Candidate for: Area 5 Director Member: Zonta Club of Makati and Environs Foundation Inc., since 1985 Classification: Business Executive Business/Profession (title/position): John Bordman Limited, Chairman/President ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/ Positions held: International: None District: Elected: Nominating Committee (Chairman, 2006-2008) Area: Appointed: Assistant Secretary (1992-1994) Club: Elected: President (2016-2018; 1998-2000) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Nice (2016) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013) Area Meetings/Workshops attended: Area Meeting: Bacolod, Cebu and several others Outstanding achievements as a Zontian:

Received awards from Zonta Club of Makati & Environs


Business/Profession: John Bordman Limited Title/Position: Chairman / President

2018 – 2020 District 17 Slate of CandidatesContribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions: CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT Filipino Heritage Festival Inc.-President Ritz Towers Association-President Cultural Center of the Philippines-Former President BBB Foundation-President SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION Founded the "Kababaihan" of ZCME, which helped the less marginalized women to be able to earn a living. Micro lending was also organized for them. GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS The "Kababaihan" helped improved the status of women, made them aware of their

rights. Partnered with Philippine Postal the issuance of enveloped with the logo 16 Days of

Activism last Nov. 2016 with the canceller sent to different post offices in the country.

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POUNGTHONG ANANTANASUWONG

Candidate for: Area 6 Director Member: Zonta Club of Bangkok II, since 2004 Classification: Manufacturer Business/Profession (title/position): ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/Positions held: International: None District: Elected: Vice Area 6 Director (2016-2018) Appointed: District Conference (Teller of the Election); Amelia Earhart Fellowship (Committee member, 2014-2016) Area: Elected: Vice Area 6 Director (2016-2018) Club: Elected: President (2006-2008) Appointed: Advisor to the President (2016-2018); Amelia Earhart Project (Chairman,

2016-2018) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Nice (2016) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

Area 6 Meeting and Workshop at Khaoyai 2014-2016 Area 6 Meeting & Workshop in Bangkok 2014-2016 Area 6 Meetings – September 2016; January 2017; February 2017; May 2017 Area 6 Training by District Governor- September 2016 Orientation & Workshop – November 2016

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: Outstanding Award from the 13th District Conference in Kuantan, Malaysia (2005) ZISVAW Award from District Conference, Ilocos, Philippines (2007)

2018 – 2020 District 17 Slate of CandidatesBUSINESS/ PROFESSIONAL DATA:

Business/Profession: Textile Business Title/Position: Managing Director, CAN Center Co; Ltd. Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions: My experience in management of my business and my connection can help me serve in the service position CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT

Chairperson of the Advisory Committee of Associate Members under the Royal Patronage of His Majesty the King (Training Development Center in Marketing)

Treasurer of Kristanusorn Foundation under the Royal Patronage of His Majesty the King

Deputy Chairperson of Committee of Association Members, The National Council of Woman of Thailand under the Royal Patronage of Her Majesty the Queen

SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION Human Relations and Management skill GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS Awareness of Zonta’s project in the community through Service and Advocacy according to the policy of Zonta International and the purpose of the District Governor

POUNGTHONG ANANTANASUWONG

Candidate for: Area 6 Director Member: Zonta Club of Bangkok II, since 2004 Classification: Manufacturer Business/Profession (title/position): ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/Positions held: International: None District: Elected: Vice Area 6 Director (2016-2018) Appointed: District Conference (Teller of the Election); Amelia Earhart Fellowship (Committee member, 2014-2016) Area: Elected: Vice Area 6 Director (2016-2018) Club: Elected: President (2006-2008) Appointed: Advisor to the President (2016-2018); Amelia Earhart Project (Chairman,

2016-2018) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Nice (2016) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

Area 6 Meeting and Workshop at Khaoyai 2014-2016 Area 6 Meeting & Workshop in Bangkok 2014-2016 Area 6 Meetings – September 2016; January 2017; February 2017; May 2017 Area 6 Training by District Governor- September 2016 Orientation & Workshop – November 2016

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: Outstanding Award from the 13th District Conference in Kuantan, Malaysia (2005) ZISVAW Award from District Conference, Ilocos, Philippines (2007)


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GUILLERMA A. COLING

Candidate for: Vice Area 1 Director Member: Zonta Club of Antipolo, since 2004 Classification: Business/ Profession (title/ position): ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/ Positions held: International: None District: None Area: None Club: Elected: President (2010-2012); Vice President (2008-2010, 2012-2014) Appointed: P.R.O (2004-2006) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Hong Kong (2013) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

• 1st Asian Inter-District Meeting (2016) • Presidents’ Meeting (2016-2018) • Area 1 & Area 5 Officers and Members review and Training/leadership

Development Seminar • Workshop: Sustainability/Impact of Service project • Coordinator: Retention Strategies & Sharing Promising Practices on How to Keep

Your Members Outstanding achievements as a Zontian:

• Invited/acknowledged by other organizations recognizing Zonta in its mission to empower women through service and advocacy.

• Represented Zonta as an NGO.


Business/ Profession: One Stem Cell Therapeutic Hub and Consultancy/RMC/ZADACO Transport Services/Rice dealership Title/ Position: Managing Partner/operator/partner Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions: Visibility and awareness CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT

• Member, City of Antipolo Development Council • Member, City of Antipolo PPP Selection Committee • Member, Transfiguration of Christ Parish Ministry of Lector and Commentators • Vice-President, Lores Country Homes Homeowners Association


• While abroad, before we retired after 34 years, I had the opportunity to work with Filipino communities in the capacity as an Executive Officer/Advisor.

• I consider myself a conscientious and congenial worker. GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS

• I consider membership important, I will make it my “mission” to erase the notion that Zonta is only for women who are endowed with treasure. How about talent and time?

• Continue to contribute to ZIF.• Attend meetings, workshops, seminars, conferences and conventions.

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TER YEE TAN

Candidate for: Vice Area 2 Director Member: Zonta Club of Singapore, since 1995 Classification: Lawyer Business/ Profession (title/ position): Director of Law Corporation; Advocate and Solicitor ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/ Positions held: International: None District: None Area: None Club: Elected: President (2014-2016); 1st Vice President (2012-2014); Honorary Secretary

(2010-2012) Appointed: International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015) Area Meetings/Workshops attended: Area Meetings in:

Kuala Lumpur in July 2010 Hong Kong February 2011 Hong Kong February 2011 Kuala Lumpur January 2012 Hong Kong September 2014 Hong Kong May 2015

1st Asian Inter- District Meeting Manila, March 2016 Outstanding achievements as a Zontian:


Business/ Profession: Lawyer Title/ Position: Director of Law Corporation, Advocate & Solicitor Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions: I have been in the legal practice in Singapore since 1988 which is close to 30 years. I have been in the management and on the Board of Directors of my law practice at the

since 2002. CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT Member of the Law Society of Singapore Training younger lawyers in order to be called to the Singapore Bar SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION As a practising lawyer of close to 30 years, I have acquired the skills of negotiation,

persuasion and to handle matters on an even keel. Where there is a need to advocate for a client at work, I have been able to effect this.

As a wife and mother who has raised 2 children now of university going age, I can relate to the manner issues that members who within the areas go through and be able to reach out to them at the professional and personal aspects.

Area 2 covers a large geographical area. Coming from Singapore, I will have closer access closer to Singapore as well as the local club.

GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS Advocating against the Violence against women is an area close to my heart

and our club has been organizing forums. At the area level, this program can be enhanced so that the clubs within the area can

work on a concerted project (s)

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TERESITA J. APISTAR

Candidate for: Vice Area 3 Director Member: Zonta Club of Iloilo City I, Inc., since 2007 Classification: General Manager/Owner Business/Profession (title/position): Food and catering Services ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/ Positions held: International: None District: None Area: None Club: Elected: President (2016-2018); Vice President (2014-2016) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian:


Business/Profession: Food and Catering Services Title/Position: General Manager/ Owner Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions: Nutritionist and business can form linkages to address malnutrition and health concerns in our Zonta Community.

CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT Former President of Nutritionist Council of the Philippines Iloilo Chapter SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION Dynamic worker, service oriented, goal oriented and has vast network of professional that can foster the advocacy of Zonta Club Iloilo I, Inc. and Zonta International. GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS

• To establish a community of women and children are well aware of their rights to good nutrition and health care service

• To establish a community of empowered women and children through awareness that violence can be addressed and avoided in the household and in the community

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MARIETTA PADILLA MALINAO

Candidate for: Vice Area 3 Director Member: Zonta Club of Cebu II, since 1990 Classification: Banking and Finance Business/Profession (title/position): Padilla Development Corp., Financial Manager/Treasurer ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/Positions held: International: None District: None Area: None Club: Elected: President (2014-2016); Treasurer (2012-2014); Director (2008-2012);

Secretary (2002-2004) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: Nice (2016); Orlando (2014) District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013) Area Meetings/Workshops attended: Bacolod, 2016 Cebu, 2014 Cebu, 2012 Outstanding achievements as a Zontian:

During the term of my presidency, 2014-2016, my club was awarded the District 17 Hall of Fame reaping both Awards for Advocacy and Service projects, thus proving my leadership skills and good teamwork.


Business/ Profession: Padilla Development Corp. Title/ Position: Finance Manager/ Treasurer

Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions: With 30 years experiences in Banking, I have managed the funds of the Family Corporation credibly with sound judgement. CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT

Board of Director– St. Theresa’s Alumni Association Board of Director- Bonita HOMES Inc. Member, Gervich Livelihood and Training Center


A Zontian for 27 years, I have a substantial experience and understanding of Zonta’s mission and vision.

Ability to communicate both oral and written Good leadership skills and a great team leader

GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS To encourage and interest members to get involved in projects and activities, the first they have to be trained and informed on Zonta’s mission and vision.

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RIZALINA T. CHUA

Candidate for: Vice Area 4 Director Member: Zonta Club of Ilocos Norte, since 1996 Classification: Working Proprietor/Business Owner Business/Profession (title/position): Corporate Secretary/Director ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/Positions held: International: None District: None Area: None Club: Elected: President (2014-2016); President Elect (2012-2014); Treasurer (2000-2002,

2002-2004) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended: Almost all Area 4 Meetings Outstanding achievements as a Zontian:

• Outstanding Club President in Area 4 (2015) • 20 Years Loyalty Awardee (2016)


Business/Profession: Working Proprietor/Business Owner Title/Position: Corporate Secretary/ Director

Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions:

• Managerial skills • Being responsible • Goal-oriented


• Vice Chairman, Laoag City Local Council Women • Member, Mother Butler Guild Ilocos Norte • Member, Philippine Chinese Chamber of Commerce Ilocos Norte Chapter

SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION Committed, responsible, hardworking GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS • GOALS: Greater awareness and understanding of the goals of Zonta International • PROGRAMS: 1) Use of social and mainstream media 2) Conduct forums on Women Empowerment Principles 3) Establishing linkages with like-minded organizations

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GLORIA M. KAW

Candidate for: Vice Area 5 Director Member: Zonta Club of Pasay and Environs, since 2011 Classification: Financial Services Business/Profession (title/position): Sunlife of Canada Phil. Inc.- New Resource Manager Christian Resource Keeper Trading Co. Inc.- President ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/Positions held: International: None District: None Area: Appointed: Area Workshop- Members: Briefing, Review and Orientation (2013) Club: Elected: Charter President; Treasurer Appointed: Project Leader International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Hong Kong (2013); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended: All Area Meetings and Workshops from charter month in 2011-2012 and 2012-2014 Outstanding achievements as a Zontian:

100% contribution ZIF during incumbency 2012-2014


Business/Profession: Sunlife of Canada Phil. Inc. Christian Resource Keeper Trading Co. Inc. Title/Position: New Resources Manager and President, respectively

Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions:

Top 5 contributor nationwide in absolute amount in terms of agency credit thus meeting and achieving company goals and target for the past 15 years

CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT General Agency and Management Association of the Philippines, served as Trustee

and Director (for 5 years) Inner Wheel Clubs of the Philippines Foundation Inc. Served as Trustee 2016/17

Incoming Foundation Secretary for 2017/18 Inner Wheel Club of Chinatown Under D381 served as President, Treasurer and Director;

also as Extension Officer and District Secretary Rotary Club of Chinatown Manila District 3810 served as Extension Officer and District

Secretary; also served as Director and Chair for Membership Committee and Community Service Committee

Rotary International District 3810 served as Bequest Society Chair SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION Skills: Financial planning and estate consultancy Attributes: Understanding the human psyche; High EQ and sincere to help Experience: Managing and leading a financial service branch

Service to poor communities GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS Continue practice of WEPs in the firms I am connected with Develop and share good programs on WEPs Continue and initiate activities on VAW

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SUSAN LIM Candidate for: Vice Area 5 Director Member: Zonta Club of Metropolitan Pasig, since 2000 Classification: Accountant Business/Profession (title/position): Investment and Financial Consultant- President ZONTA INVOLVEMENT DATA Offices/ Positions held: International: None District: None Area: None Club: Elected: President (2016-2018, 2008-2010); Treasurer (2006-2008, 2004-2006,

2002-2004) Appointed: Director (2012-2014) International Conventions attended in the last three biennia: District Conferences attended in the last three biennia: Bangkok (2015); Manila (2011) Area Meetings/Workshops attended:

• Area 5 Presidents’ Meeting – monthly • Area 5 President’s Report (May 2017) • Area 1 & 5 Review and Training (2016)

Outstanding achievements as a Zontian: Awarded 100% increase in membership (2008-2010) during term as Club President


Business/ Profession: Investment and Financial Consultant Title/ Position: President Contribution of business/professional experience to the effective performance of functions:

• Vast experience as an investment consultant in the field of real estate development and business projects for local and foreign companies. Helps Chinese investors with their long-term investment planning and formulate strategies to fulfill their needs and goals.

• Able to lead, administer and direct a company through the six management functions, namely, forecasting, planning, organizing, commanding, coordinating and controlling the company.

• Shows long experience in the field of finance. CIVIC, COMMUNITY, PROFESSIONAL, OR ORGANIZATION INVOLVEMENT Kythe Foundation, Inc.– as Volunteer for children with cancer at the National Children’s Hospital since 2014 SPECIAL SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCES QUALIFYING CANDIDATE TO POSITION • Fluent in English, Filipino, Mandarin, Cantonese and Fukien. Able to translate and serve

as an interpreter. • Elementary Spanish and Japanese. • Computer literate, equip with basic computer programming skills. GOALS FOR ADVANCING THE OBJECTS OF ZONTA INTERNATIONAL IN DISTRICT 17 AND CONFERENCE PROGRAMS TO ACCOMPLISH GOALS As club president leading our club in strict adherence to D.R.E.A.M.S goals: • Direction for a Better Future for All (Global/Local Impacts) – Focus our club projects

and activities with ZI Mission, Empowering woman through service and advocacy. Conduct medical missions and livelihood within our community. On July we will partner with Pasig Government in “food stalls for housewives” project to provide opportunity to housewives so they can be self-supporting.

• Resources – Fund raising projects for September and December 2017. Blocked screening of movie. Shared income in the ”food stalls for housewives” project.

• Empowerment through Educational Opportunities – In partnership with MFI (Meralco Foundation, Inc.) to give free IT courses to college students. Send Nominee for Jane M. Klausman scholarship grants.

• Advocacy – Will continue our participation as NGO (non government organization) with Pasig Government in “Women helping Women” project launched last March 13, 2017. Support the Visayan Forum (memorandum of agreement signed last May 21, 2017) in fight against trafficking of women and children.

• Membership – Recruited new members to turn our club to “club of no concern”. Retain – bonding and fellowship with members is a must. Rejuvenate – members are encouraged to join in all our meetings and activities.

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