Two long years since the pandemic started, UAP Davao Chapter successfully conducted its first face-to-face Induction of New Members and Recognition of Officers on the 9th of October, which was held in the Ballroom A of Apo View Hotel, Davao City. The event was also live-streamed via Zoom for members and the member’s relatives who could not attend the celebration.
The ballroom was jam-packed with Architects, both new and old members, and guests who showcased their Mindanaoan-inspired attire. With the induction of new members and incoming officers, the Chapter also invited presidents from other chapters in Davao, past presidents of the UAP Davao Chapter, event sponsors, and other special guests. They were ushered by the gorgeous UAPSA Area D Officers, namely:
Ryn R. Lahoylahoy - UAPSA Vice President for Area D
Adelaide Beatrice A. Quevedo - UAPSA Area D Chief-of-Staff
Alyssa Dhell Casumpa - UAPSA-UM Chapter President
Melgene M. Iligan - UAPSA Area D Marketing Deputy
Subsequent to Ar. Ramon P. Tanglao’s opening remarks before heading onto a scrumptious feast and recommencing the event, Guest Speaker, Atty. Jesus Joseph Zozobrado III, 3rd District Councilor of Davao City, and Guest of Honor, Sen. Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go, gave their heartfelt messages, expressing the importance of Architects in our society today, especially here in Davao City.
Following a feastful dinner and a minor raffle entry, three notable and outstanding late Past Presidents of the Chapter were awarded with the Chapter Lifetime Achievement Award. These exceptional and remarkable Architects were Ar. Manuel N. Chew(1983-1984), Ar. Anselmo S. Ferrazzini(1994-1995), and Ar. Jose Joaquin P. Mendoza(1996-1997). The awarding was then followed by the message of the current UAP National President, Ar. Richard M. Garcia and a valedictory address of outgoing UAP Davao Chapter President, Ar. Neil P. Braw.
The incoming officers were then presented by Ar. Neill P. Pagcaliwagan, UAP District Director of D1, followed by their Charging and Induction as the current Officers of UAP Davao Chapter.
Chapter President: Arch. Gilbert Peter G. Fortich
Vice President for Programs and Development: Arch. Neil P. Braw
Vice President for Operations: Arch. Sheanna L. Bacus
Chapter Auditor: Arch. Mendrado S. Canusa IV
Chapter Secretary: Arch. Angeluz A. Tesoro
Chapter Treasurer: Arch. Catrina Joy Y. Patron
Director - Graphics: Arch. Queene O. Malaki
Director - Profession: Arch. Ramon P. Tanglao
Director - Operations: Arch. Gimelle M. Butas
Director - Membership: Arch. Joshua Ray S. Lasa
Director - Promotions: Arch. Lemuel Ness M. Buhay
Director - Operations: Arch. Sandro S. Adora
Director - Recreation: Arch. Carlyne Joy T. Solis
Immediately after their recognition and induction as officers of the UAP Davao Chapter, Ar. Albert S. Rosel, Vice President of Area D, initiated the turnover of the Chapter Gavel from outgoing Chapter President, Ar. Neil Braw(2020-2022), to the newly inducted on his second time as a Chapter President, Ar. Peter Fortich. As soon as Ar. Gilbert Fortich had finished giving his inaugural address, Ar. Angeluz Tesoro then presented the new members of the UAP Davao Chapter.
Ar. Neill Pagcaliwagan led the charging of new members, followed by the induction led by Ar. Gilbert Fortich. After they pledged their oaths, the new members were welcomed by the old members of the UAP Davao Chapter, who shook hands with every new member as they marched along the stage. Shortly after the warm greetings and appreciation, the new members underwent the Pinning Rites Ceremony, in which their chosen Architect/Mentor gave them their respective UAP Pins.
Afterward, Ar. Gilbert Fortich began the Awarding of Tributes and Appreciation. He then presented plaques of appreciation to the guest speakers, 3rd District Councilor of Davao City, Atty. Jesus Joseph Zozozbrado III and Sen. Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go. Furthermore, he also gave plaques of appreciation for the event's major and minor sponsors, namely:
Platinum sponsor:
Boysen Philippines
Gold sponsor:
HD Home Lift
Robins Design Gallery
Silver sponsor:
Holcim
Home Solution
Bronze sponsor:
Archikonst Magazine
Crown Pipes
Davao Modern Glass
FahstWall Davao
Floor Center Tile Depot
Hafele
Innofold
Oliv-Air Refrigeration and Airconditioning Services
Southern Urban Kitchens-Mazzini
Window Fashion
Minor sponsors:
3M
ABC Adhesives
Adkm
Albea parts
Am-pro Industrial Corporation
AVD Building Materials Marketing Corporation
Canecia Trading
Citihardware
CLER Modular
CMI Davao
CONWOOD
Davao Natural Stone
Debostone
Decra
DPE 168 Inc.
Duravit Philippines (KUYSEN & SANITEC logo)
Everflex
Fb Lastimosa
Frugal
Green and Style Landscaping
Halifax
Janro Glass Global Corporation
JEA Steel
JRPE Firm
Kohler
LAA Arizola Cons.
Lightmore
Matimco
Mindasales Construction OPC
MMP Clay Roof
Mr. Ben Bonador
Mr. Michael gempesaw (MRDG Construction)
Mr. Samuel Respicio
Mr. William de Leon (Stronghold Insurance)
Neltex
New Davao Starlight
Otr
P & L Construction and Supply
Proex
Pure Coat /Sycwin Coating & Wires, Inc.
Redhok Inc
Ritztok Construction & Supply) Mr. Ritzi Beltran
Shinra Stone
SKS
Southbay Building Technology Corporation
Timburana Wood Industries
Trust Home Depot
Turf Grass
Worldwide Home Depot
After Ar. Sheanna L. Bacus presented the closing remarks for the event, the chapter had group pictorials where everyone, old and new members alike, were present on stage. The Past President, Noel B. Chavez (2003-2004), then topped off the event by awarding prizes to the winners of the minor and significant raffle draw.
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