PICPA-Cebu Chapter

15/10/2026

Birthdays | Celebrating the birthday of Michell Rose Amizola, our PRO I! 🎉🎂

Wishing you a day filled with laughter, wonderful moments, and all the joy your heart can hold! May the year ahead bring you endless opportunities, vibrant energy, sound peace of mind, and continuous triumph in both your personal and professional endeavors.

Thank you for your tireless enthusiasm, creative passion, and the incredible spirit you bring to the PICPA Cebu Chapter and the accountancy profession! May you keep shining brightly, inspiring those around you, and turning every challenge into a stepping stone for success. ✨🚀

Happy birthday, Michell! May this new chapter of your life be packed with abundance, fulfillment, and endless reasons to celebrate! 🎁🎊

14/10/2026

Birthdays | Celebrating the birthday of Janine Tayabas-Cejudo, our PRO II! 🎂💙💛

May your special day be filled with happiness, love, and countless blessings. May the year ahead bring you continued growth, exciting opportunities, good health, and success in all your endeavors.

Thank you for your dedication and valuable contributions to the accountancy profession. May you continue to inspire others and make a positive difference wherever you go.

Happy birthday, Janine! Wishing you a wonderful year ahead filled with joy and meaningful milestones! 🎉🎈

11/10/2026

📢 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS | 2026 PICPA CEBU RESEARCH CONFERENCE

PICPA – Cebu Chapter, through its Education and Student Participation Committees, invites faculty members, practitioners and students to submit research abstracts for the 2026 PICPA Cebu Research Conference on 14 November 2026 via Zoom.

📚 Research Tracks
Accounting Education and Pedagogical Innovation
Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation in Accounting
Financial Reporting and Corporate Governance
Auditing, Assurance, and Risk Management
Taxation and Regulatory Compliance
Sustainability Accounting and ESG Reporting
Financial Management and Business Analytics
Accounting Profession and Human Capital Development
Blue Economy and Accounting
Public Financial Management, Digitalization, Transparency, and Accountability

📅 Important Dates
24 October 2026 – Abstract Submission Deadline
31 October 2026 – Notification of Acceptance
7 November 2026 – PowerPoint Presentation Submission
14 November 2026 – Research Conference

For inquiries, please contact the following:
Ms. Ivy Daluperit Beronilla Lubiano
Sectoral Director for Education
[email protected]

Dr. Gensbergh Rago
Supervising Director – Student Participation Committee
[email protected]

Join us in advancing scholarly inquiry, fostering research collaboration, and promoting evidence-based practices in accountancy and related disciplines.

09/10/2026

Inviting all interested business owners to join this annual learning opportunity.

We’re getting closer! Just a few days to go before our 𝐓𝐚𝐱 & 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 & 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 with the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry and PICPA-Cebu Chapter.

Get ready to learn practical insights on Financial Leadership, Investor-Ready Governance, and Tax & Payroll—designed to help you make better decisions and lead your business with confidence.

📅 October 13 & 15, 2026 | 1:00–5:00 PM
📍 Cebu Chamber Centre, Cebu City

🎯 Choose your module or register for all sessions and enjoy bundle savings!

𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗡𝗢𝗪!
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For inquiries, please contact Karen Joy at +639996111506 / [email protected].

The countdown is on. See you at the Chamber! 💙💛

04/10/2026

Birthdays | Extending belated birthday wishes to Earl Lorenz Minerva, our Sectoral Director for Commerce and Industry! 🎂

May the year ahead bring you greater opportunities, continued success, and meaningful achievements in both your professional and personal endeavors. May you always be blessed with good health, happiness, and the wisdom to lead and inspire others.

Wishing you a wonderful year filled with new milestones and countless reasons to celebrate. Belated happy birthday, Earl! 🎉🎈

04/10/2026

Birthdays | Celebrating the birthday of our Sectoral Director for Government, Rio Liza Vestil! 👑✨

💫 Beauty, brains, and grace all in one! You have that rare combination of intelligence, confidence, and elegance that makes you stand out effortlessly. Your brilliance shines just as brightly as your beauty, proving that a remarkable woman can be both impressive and inspiring in every way.

May you continue to shine in everything you do, reach greater heights, and inspire others with your talents and presence. Wishing you abundance, excellent health, endless opportunities, and a year filled with love, laughter, and well-deserved success. Keep shining! Happy birthday! 👑💖🎂

04/10/2026

📚 Strengthening Our Practice, Empowering Our Profession! 💙💛

PICPA Cebu successfully conducted its 1st Quarter General Membership Meeting on October 2, 2026, at Mezzo Hotel, Cebu City, featuring a seminar on “Squaring Off the Year: Compliance, Reconciliation & Audit Essentials.”

Led by Atty. Willie B. Santiago, CPA, Tax Director of Diaz Murillo Dalupan and Company, the seminar provided valuable insights into essential compliance, reconciliation, and audit considerations as accounting professionals prepare for the year-end requirements.

The gathering also served as an opportunity for members to reconnect, exchange insights, and strengthen their commitment to continuous professional development and excellence in the accountancy profession.

Thank you to our resource speaker, participating members, and everyone who contributed to the success of this activity. Together, let us continue to learn, grow, and empower one another as we navigate the evolving landscape of our profession.

One profession. One community. Empowering CPAs together. 💙💛

21/09/2026

Maximize your professional growth with PICPA Cebu Chapter’s Joint Seminar Series! 📈✨

Invest in your career development and earn up to 16 CPD Units with our upcoming back-to-back learning sessions:

📌 SEMINAR 1: 1st Quarter PICPA-Cebu General Membership Meeting
▪️Topic: Squaring Off the Year: Compliance, Reconciliation & Audit Essentials
▪️Speaker: Atty. Willie B. Santiago, CPA (Tax Director, Diaz Murillo Dalupan and Company)
▪️Date & Time: October 2, 2026 (Friday) | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
▪️Venue: Mezzo Hotel
▪️CPD: 8 Approved CPD Units (Competence Area A) | Accreditation No. ACC-209-001-188828

📌 SEMINAR 2: PFRS 18 Simplified
▪️Topic: Understanding the New Rules on Financial Statement Presentation
▪️Speakers: Tireso Randy F. Lapidez, CPA (Partner, KPMG R.G. Manabat & Co.), Jude Vincent L. Cruz, CPA (Partner, KPMG R.G. Manabat & Co.), and Stephen R. Villaver, CPA (Audit and Assurance Senior Manager, KPMG R.G. Manabat & Co.)
🔵 Special Feature: Includes a hands-on workshop on HARBOR (Hierarchical and Applicable Relations and Beneficial Ownership Registry), facilitated by representatives from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)! 🏛️💻
▪️Date & Time: October 16, 2026 (Friday) | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
▪️Venue: Cebu Parklane International Hotel
▪️CPD: 8 Approved CPD Units (Competence Area A) | Accreditation No. ACC-2009-001-19083

🏷️ INVESTMENT FEES:
▪️Individual Rate: Php 2,500 per seminar
▪️EXCLUSIVE BUNDLE DISCOUNT: Attend BOTH for only Php 4,500 (Save Php 500!)

🎟️ Scan the QR code on the flyer or follow this link bit.ly/4gxTn5F to secure your slot today!

18/09/2026

PICPA Cebu Chapter held its 3rd Monthly Regular Board of Directors Meeting held last September 11, 2026 at the PICPA Cebu office, gathering the Board for another engaging session of alignment, strategic planning, and teamwork.

Leading the meeting was Chapter President Atty. Kim M. Aranas, alongside the officers and directors present in person:

- Jude Vincent Cruz – President-Elect
- Atty. Grethel Villarubia– Vice President for Administration
- Jollybee Del Rosario – Vice President for Professional Development
- Gensbergh Rago - Auditor
- Jovamar Mendoza - Secretary
- Stephen Villaver – Assistant Secretary
- Janine Tayabas – PRO II
- Ivy Lubiano – Sectoral Director for Education

Joining virtually was Nino David Angelo Astrero – Treasurer.

Also present was the Chapter’s Executive Director, Ms. Sugar B. Sagarino.

The session tackled key chapter updates, upcoming initiatives, and financial reviews, with a shared focus on enhancing member value, optimizing event executions, and expanding strategic stakeholder collaborations.

Balance is key—and alongside the high-level discussions were shared laughs and team camaraderie that make serving the community so rewarding!

As we push forward through FY 2026–2027, the Board stays dedicated to leadership with integrity, professional excellence, and active engagement with our accounting community.

3rd BOD meeting wrapped up. Clearer goals set. Ready for what’s next!

11/09/2026

🌐 Uniting Professionals Across Central Visayas

The Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) Cebu Chapter proudly supports the first-ever Central Visayas Professional Convergence, bringing together professionals from various fields for a meaningful exchange of knowledge, ideas, and opportunities for collaboration.

As professionals, we recognize the value of coming together beyond our respective disciplines. This convergence provides a platform to strengthen professional networks, foster collaboration, and build a stronger and more connected professional community in Central Visayas.

📢 Early Bird registration has been extended until September 15, 2026.

Professionals working, residing, or visiting Central Visayas are invited to take part in this historic gathering.

✨ Be part of LAMBO Central Visayas and join this landmark convergence of professionals!

📌 Register through: online.fapor7.org/e/A88608481A

CPD points are currently in process for all professions.

In partnership with DOST Central Visayas and PRC Region VII.