2026
ISFFA NATIONAL CONFERENCE

20 Years in the Spotlight: Lights. Leadership. Legacy.

Filipino professionals taking center stage in finance and accounting.

AUGUST 14-15, 2026 @ CITY CLUB LOS ANGELES

ISFFA National Conference 2026

Speakers

About the Event

ISFFA cordially invites you to our 2026 ISFFA National Conference At City Club Los Angeles on August 14 to August 15, 2026! You will be motivated and inspired by our speakers which include entrepreneurs, partners, CFOs, CEOs, and leaders from non-profit and community organizations. In addition, our program includes technical skills training on relevant topics in the industries of accounting, finance, and business.

Event Schedule

Our Purpose

Our purpose is for attendees to:

Think strategically and take away best practice
Value the importance of mentorship, leadership, public speaking, and networking
Learn tools to become leaders in finance, accounting, or their respective fields
Get involved with corporate and non-profit boards and engaged in community leadership opportunities

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20th ANNIVERSARY ISFFA CONFERENCE

Program Schedule

AUG 14FRIDAY

7:00 PM

The Gala | Registration & Cocktail Hour

City Club L.A. Ballroom
- Starts from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

8:00 PM

The Gala | Dinner and Awards

City Club L.A. Ballroom
- Starts from 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Welcome Remarks and Keynote Speaker

Kathy Lai, ISFFA National Executive Board Chair

Recognition Awards

2022-2026 ISFFA National Board and Officers Recognition
Oath Taking - ISFFA National Board and Officers
2026 ISFFA Recognition Awards (Edith Winterhalter, Benel Se-Liban, ISFFA Advisors)

AUG 15SATURDAY

9:00 AM

Registration
City Club L.A. Ballroom

10:00 AM

Welcome Remarks and Keynote Speaker

Kathy Lai, ISFFA National Executive Board Chair

Center Stage: Achieving the Impossible
Step forward with confidence and explore how shifting your mindset can unlock new levels of success and help you achieve what once seemed impossible.

General Session 1: City Club L.A. Ballroom

10:50 AM

Break

11:00 AM

Industry in Focus: Audit, Tax & Transaction Advisory Updates
An overview and discussion of recent and upcoming audit, tax, and transaction advisory developments, including key trends shaping the profession.

General Session 2:City Club L.A. Ballroom

12:00 PM

Lunch
Starts from 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM

1:00 PM

The Next Act: Driving Your Career in Public Accounting
Gain insights from leaders in public accounting as they share mentorship and experiences across Big 4, regional, and small firms—including perspectives from both U.S.-born and internationally trained professionals.

Moderator: Andrew Guerrero, ISFFA Chicago President

Breakout 1A : City Club L.A. Ballroom

Executive Center Stage: Pathways to the C-Suite
Explore career paths in finance beyond public accounting, including roles in investment advisory, internal audit, controllership, government, and industry.

Moderator: Adrian Pangilinan, ISFFA New York President

Breakout 1B - City Club L.A. Ballroom

1:50 PM

Break

2:00 PM

Boardroom in the Spotlight: Advancing Filipino Representation
Take a seat at the table as leaders share insights on increasing Filipino representation on corporate and nonprofit boards. Learn how to navigate the path to board service, build influence, and elevate Filipino voices in governance and leadership.

Moderator: Angelica Tolentino, ISFFA SoCal President

Breakout 2A - City Club L.A. Ballroom

Wealth in Focus: Building an Entrepreneurial Mindset
Learn foundational wealth-building strategies, key financial products, and emerging trends to support long-term financial security and entrepreneurial thinking.

Moderator: Kevin Suarev, ISFFA San Francisco President

Breakout 2B - City Club L.A. Ballroom

2:50 PM

Break

3:00 PM

Legacy in the Spotlight: From Success to Significance
Hear powerful stories from leaders on how they’ve transformed professional success into meaningful impact, with insights on building a lasting legacy.

Moderator: Kathy Lai, ISFFA National Executive Board Chair

General Session 3 - City Club L.A. Ballroom

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Spread The Word!

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Conference Venue & Travel Information

Conference Site

City Club Los Angeles

555 Flower St. 51st Floor Los Angeles, CA 90071

Driving Directions

Email us at conference@isffa.org for questions.

Travel Information

Airport & Public Transportation

After your flight, embark on a scenic journey from the airport to the City Club Los Angeles using convenient public transportation.

Discover how to get to the downtown city of Los Angeles by bus, train, shuttle, taxi and more. The City Club Los Angeles is located approximately 40 miles from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Visit Getting from the Airport to the City Club Los Angeles for more travel information.