PICPA Southern Metro Manila Chapter - SMMC

𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐂𝐏𝐀𝐬 ✨

Congratulations to the newly elected Local Chapter Board of Directors of PICPA Southern Metro Manila Chapter (SMMC) for FY 2026–2027, to be led by incoming President Yusoph Maute, effective July 1, 2026! 🎉

Guided by the theme, EMPOWER: Elevating the Filipino CPA towards Ethical Leadership and Global Excellence, may your leadership inspire innovation, integrity, and meaningful service within the profession and the community.

Join us in wishing the entire board a purposeful and successful term as they continue to empower Filipino CPAs to lead with excellence, uphold ethical standards, and thrive in the global arena. 💙💚

Congratulations to the Incoming SMMC Chapter President and Board of Directors for FY 2026–2027. A short Zoom meeting was also held tonight to discuss and select the President-Elect for the upcoming term.

Seminar Title: System of Quality Management (SOQM) Manual Preparation Made Simplified: A Step-by-Step Workshop for Small and Medium-Sized Firms

Date: May 23, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Accreditation #: ACC-2009-001-17927– 8.0 CPD units Competence A
Registration Link: https://picpasystem.com.ph/events/?eventid=5124
Venue: PICPA BLDG., 700 Shaw Blvd., Mandaluyong City

Overview:
A practical and interactive workshop designed to guide participants in the preparation and implementation of an effective SOQM Manual for small and medium-sized firms.

Objectives:
• Understand the fundamentals of SOQM
• Learn the step-by-step process of SOQM Manual preparation
• Gain practical insights and compliance strategies
• Develop tools and techniques applicable to professional practice

Who Should Attend:
• Public practitioners
• Partners and managers of SMPs
• Audit and assurance professionals
• Individuals involved in quality management implementation of QAR

The voting period for the has been officially EXTENDED until 5:00 PM today.

Eligible Members in Good Standing (MiGS) who have not yet voted may still cast their ballots through the Online Voting System (OVS), Manual Voting, or Proxy Voting within the extended voting hours.

Don’t miss this opportunity to make your voice heard and take part in shaping the future of the profession. Cast your vote today! 🗳️

Mr. Marlon Libunao, Co-Chair of the SMMC Committee on Elections, along with SMMC Secretariat Ms. Pen Carin, is closely overseeing this afternoon’s election proceedings, ensuring proper conduct and compliance with established protocols until the official extended closing of voting at 5:00 PM.

SMMC Election Committee Chair Ms. Tess Benitez and SMMC Secretariat Ms. Pen Carin are overseeing the On-site/Manual Voting area at MMR. Also in attendance are Ms. Mavic Rebulanan and Ms. Connie Cadelana, who are submitting their respective companies’ proxy votes.

on May 16, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM! 🗳️

Cast your vote through the PICPA Online Voting System (OVS) and make your voice count.

Here’s how to V.O.T.E.:

✅ Visit the official OVS website at picpaelections.com using your preferred web browser on May 16 during the official voting hours.

✅ Login using your PRC Number and MELS Password, then click the Login button.

✅ Carefully select your preferred candidates by clicking their corresponding circle/box.

✅ Review and verify your selections before clicking the Submit button.

Reminder: Only Members in Good Standing (MiGS) as of March 17, 2026 are eligible to vote.

Attention to All PICPA members!

The PICPA MMR Secretariat Office will be OPEN on May 16, 2026 (Saturday) to assist members for:

✅ Manual Voting
✅ Proxy Voting
✅ OVS Voting Assistance

🕗 Election Time 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 PICPA MMR Secretariat Office
Ground Floor, PICPA Bldg. 700 Shaw Blvd, Mandaluyong City

Please bring your valid PICPA ID and/or any government-issued ID.

Be informed. Be involved. Be heard.
Cast your vote and take part in shaping the future of our profession.

Hey, PICPAns! 👋 As we gear up for the national elections, we want to make sure our systems are 100% ready for you. Help us test our Online Voting System (OVS) to ensure everything is secure, functional, and ready to go!

🗓 May 9, 2026 (Sat) | 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
💻 Test here: https://test.picpaelections.com/
🔑 Login: You must use your MELS login credentials to log in to the OVS.

Note: You must be a MiGS on or before March 17, 2026, to participate and vote.