Martin Gustilo is the CEO and owner of Manila Mart in the State of Georgia. As CEO, Martin's responsibility includes bringing services and food products of the Philippines to the Filipino-American community of Georgia. He aims to bring the taste and culture of the Philippines to the southern states. He expresses his heartfelt gratitude to all the members to have entrusted him with this significant responsibility. Martin is committed to serving the organization with unwavering dedication and ensuring that we continue to achieve new heights of success together. He believes with unity and shared vision there is no limit to what we can achieve. “Let us strive for excellence, embrace change and foster an environment that encourages innovation and inclusivity.”

Arlene Dizon is a Real Estate Professional with Coldwell Banker Realty servicing all areas in this great state of Georgia. In the world of real estate, it’s about understanding dreams, delivering results and building lasting relationships while creating generational wealth for families. She is the founder of The Bow House, a dog training, boarding and daycare facility catering to all breeds in the Northeast area. Her mission is to educate people about dog behavior and bridge the communication gap between the owner and dog. As the Vice President, she is looking forward to assisting the President with the Chamber’s advocacy efforts, strategic planning and supporting the board members in their roles. She pledges to champion initiatives that empower each member, ensuring our Chamber remains a dynamic force for strengthening the Filipino American business community. “Let us embark on this journey together, celebrating our shared roots and embracing the boundless possibilities that lie ahead.”

Suzette is an attorney with the Broderick Law Group, a law office that handles personal injury law. Her journey in law is not only seeking justice but also understanding the fabric of the community, the businesses and the people. One thing she learned in her career is the importance of working behind the scenes. The most impactful changes often happen in the background, through diligent work, thoughtful strategy and relentless dedication. This philosophy deeply influences her approach to servicing as the Secretary. In her role, she is committed to bringing a meticulous eye for detail, a steadfast commitment to our members welfare and passion for seeing our community thrive.

Liana’s pronouns are she/her. She serves as an Air Battle Manager for the Connecticut Air National Guard and as a Manager on Pratt and Whitney’s global diversity equity and inclusion team. She is excited to guide and truly believes we can expand our membership by amplifying voices, promoting cultural understanding and fortifying relationships through empathy and intentionality.

Ika is the Co-owner of Kuya’s Food Express handling its marketing side of the business. Since taking new ownership of Kuya’s Food Express, she continues to work hard to change its brand name to be more approachable and relatable to the community. It is her goal as a PRO to be able to reach out to our fellow Filipinos so we can work hand in hand in promoting our very own businesses. She looks forward to being at your service.

Cheryl “CJ” is your local commercial and residential Georgia Realtor. She is looking forward to working alongside her peers and has faith in moving PACCGA’s vision forward by uniting the community and bringing more resources to your businesses.

A Georgia resident since 1979, Eleanor Mae Pascual joined PACCGA in 2008 and served in various PACCGA leadership roles, including as President in 2014 and 2015.  She worked as a corporate and litigation paralegal for 28 years, then retired in 2017. After several years of traveling and spending time with her growing brood of grandchildren, she embarked on a second career as a financial advisor. She is now a Registered Representative and Investment Advisor Representative with North Star Resource Group, an independent financial services firm. Volunteerism and community service are a way of life for Eleanor. She is passionate about raising awareness about the importance of civic engagement, particularly among the Asian-American immigrant communities, and takes an active role in voter registration drives and citizenship clinics. Eleanor is married to Alex Pascual, a structural engineer, and they are blessed with three children and eleven grandchildren. Community Involvement:  Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Georgia (PACCGA) – 2014 and 2015 President  Makabayan Georgia, Inc. – Community Affairs Director  Asian/Pacific-American Council of Georgia (APAC-GA) – 2017 President  Filipino-American Association of Greater Atlanta (Fil-Am) – 2007 President  WWAAC Alliance Foundation, Inc. – Corporate Advisory Board Member  Philippine American Center in Georgia (PACG) – Board Member  2010 and 2020 Census – Chairperson, Filipino Complete Count Committee (Georgia)  Recognized by Georgia Asian Times as one of 25 Most Influential Asian Americans in Georgia (2008, 2015, 2016 and 2017)  Recipient of Asian Americans Advancing Justice–Atlanta’s 2015 Community Champion Lifetime Achievement Award  Recipient of 2016 State Farm Volunteer of the Year Award

Serita is a Program Administrator of Owner Occupied Home Rehabilitation for anti-displacement and aging in-place. Serita is also a Business Professor at Underwood University. She is excited about workforce development, collaborating with organizations that provide resources, funding for start up and small existing businesses and bringing Filipino franchises to Metro Atlanta. Most of all she is excited to interface with the Honorable Consul General of the Philippines, Raoul “Ray” Donato in promoting economic diplomacy between the Philippines and Metro Atlanta.

Sarah is a Partner at Barnes and Thornburg and the Chair of the Global Immigration and Mobility Group. She has been practicing law for 23 years. Sarah is excited to work with PACCGA again as the Legal Counsel and honored to represent the Filipino community in legal affairs and the chamber. The Filipinos are a wonderful community and she hopes to grow and provide more business connections, networking and opportunities for the community.

For 12 years, it has been Doddy’s commitment to helping people through home health care. Leading the company as one of the largest home care providers in the state of Georgia. As PACCGA’s Audit Director, her role is to oversee all aspects of the audit process from planning to reporting, ensuring compliance with professional standards and conducting audits for financial records of the organization. She is looking forward to serving you.

Al grew up in Toronto, Canada. After moving to the U.S. in 1994, he developed a passion for golf, poker, and gardening. After spending countless hours perfecting his golf swings, reading his opponents' tells, and nurturing his plants, he learned the value of patience, discipline, and hard work.  After completing his education in Information Technology and gathering over 25 years of experience, Al decided to start his own company called Tech Hub Solutions LLC, leveraging on his expertise to provide cutting-edge solutions to businesses across the U.S. Combining technical skills with his entrepreneurial spirit, Al has worked tirelessly to grow Tech Hub, building a reputation for innovation, reliability, and customer service. He also decided to join PACCGA to help not just his own business but other Filipino-owned businesses and other small businesses in Georgia thrive and become successful. Despite the challenges of running a business, Al always finds time to pursue his hobbies, whether it is playing a round of golf with friends, hosting a poker night, or tending to his garden. For Al, these activities were not just a way to relax, but a way to stay grounded and focused, reminding him of the values that have guided him throughout his life.

Jane is PACCGA’s Past President from 2021 to 2023. She is a Management Analyst with the Atlanta Region Social Security Administration with 25 years of service in a variety of positions including Executive Assistant to the Regional Commissioner and Assistant Manager for the Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity office. As Immediate Past President, Jane is committed to see PACCGA succeed by providing the best possible leadership guidance to the present board. This will not be a difficult task because the current board members is a group of dynamic, dedicated and passionate individuals who she believes will take PACCGA to new heights.