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November 18, 2024 | 5:00 PM
Taft Ballroom 2, Conrad Manila
Are you attending the APAA Council Meeting for the first time? Join us at the First-Timers Reception, a casual gathering geared towards setting APAA newbies for success. Meet fellow first-time participants and make the most of your APAA experience. Take advantage of this opportunity to build new connections and kick-start your conference journey on a friendly note. Who knows, you just might find your next conference buddy here.
November 18, 2024 | 6:30 PM
SMX FR 4
The Opening Ceremony marks the commencement of the APAA 76th Council Meeting and sets the stage for an extraordinary four-day event in the Philippines. Hosted in the SMX Convention Center – the Philippine’s largest private events venue – the Opening Ceremony will give participants a glimpse of what is to come. With welcoming speeches from APAA President Hari Subramaniam, the APAA 2024 Manila Organizing Committee Chairpersons Lorna Kapunan and Pablo Gancayco, as well as from keynote speaker Philippine Supreme Court Chief Justice Alexander Gahon Gesmundo, and performances from award-winning performers such as the black light theater group El Gamma Penumbra, anticipate a truly grand start to an amazing conference expected of the Philippine group.
November 18, 2024 | 7:30 PM
SMX FR 5
Following the Opening Ceremony, the Welcome Reception at the SMX Convention Center offers an unforgettable first taste of Philippine Fiestas where a smorgasbord of Filipino food, music, and dance merge to showcase a uniquely Filipino experience. Dance along to the heart pumping beat of the Buganda Drumbeaters, be mesmerized by an excerpt of the haunting performance of the Ibong Adarna by Ballet Manila, indulge in a delectable array of local delicacies and international cuisine, and experience for yourselves Filipino hospitality at its finest.
November 19, 2024 | 4:45 PM
Forbes Ballroom 3, Conrad Manila
As Destiny’s Child once said: ladies, leave your man at home, and join us for an inspiring afternoon with Women in APAA!
Indulge in delicious treats and engage in self-care activities designed to empower and rejuvenate, best enjoyed in the company of remarkable women. Our curated selection of activities will fill your cup and enrich your senses, offering a truly worthwhile escape.
Seize this chance to connect with fellow female professionals, exchange insights, spark meaningful conversations, enjoy unique gifts, and celebrate the Alpha Woman in you.
November 19, 2024 | 6:30 PM
The Cove, Okada
Experience the splendor of “Paskong Pinoy” (A Filipino Christmas) at the Cultural Night. Acclaimed as the world’s longest holiday season and the best fiesta in the Philippines, Pasko is a unique experience that celebrates tradition, culture, innovation, and Filipino exuberance for parties. Amidst the dazzling lights of parols (Christmas lanterns), the jovial carols of the UP Concert Chorus, and the electrifying dance performance of the Philippine All Stars, explore the different experience stations – from tasting Filipino holiday desserts like puto bumbong and bibingka (rice cakes), the infamous balut, and local spirits made from sugarcane and coconut, to learning traditional Filipino dances like the tinikling, to trying traditional crafts like weaving, and wearing the Filipino national costumes – to win a special prize. Join us at The Cove, Okada Manila for the Cultural Night and get ready to discover, savor, celebrate, and enjoy how the Filipinos celebrate the holidays.
November 18-19, 2024 | 9:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Forbes Ballroom 3, Conrad Manila
Relax, unwind, and recharge your social battery for two straight nights at the Hospitality Suite hosted at the Conrad Manila. Enjoy a drink or two as our very own APAA band, followed by a Filipino retro dancing band on the first night, and a Latin dancing band on the second night, will keep you entertained and in high spirits.
You are welcome to network, share experiences, and create lasting memories with APAA friends in an enjoyable and lively atmosphere with the presence of dance instructors who can teach you fun Retro and Latin dance steps in preparation for our disco closing salvo at our Grand Final Banquet.
November 21, 2024 | 6:30 PM
Marriott Grand Ballroom
APAA participants are cordially invited to an unforgettable evening of sparkling lights and shiny dance floors at the timeless Marriot Grand Ballroom. The Farewell Banquet’s theme, “Kislap” (Sparkle) – the Philippines’ Best and Brightest, encapsulates this dazzling affair filled with topnotch cuisine, exquisite wines, and captivating local entertainment that is truly world-class. Participants will be treated to a medley of Broadway and Filipino songs and dances performed by local stars and heart-stopping production numbers from only the creme-de-la-creme in Philippine entertainment, capped by a full 16-piece show band with dance instructors ready to reel you into dancing the night away.
The Farewell Banquet is more than just an event; it is the culmination of the collective efforts and achievements that define the APAA community, inspiring attendees to reach new heights and embrace possibilities that lie ahead. Join us as we extravagantly conclude this wonderfully vibrant and well-attended conference with an unforgettable event showcasing outstanding talent, creativity, and artistry for which the Philippines is known all over the world.
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