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My name is Thelma Sanchez. I have been a resident of National City since 1958, when my parents brought us here from Corpus Christi Texas.

I attended elementary, Jr. High and graduated from Sweetwater High School, in National City. I was married for 21 years and have a wonderful daughter & son, 3 grandboys.

I retired from AT&T in 2001 but have continued to work. Currently I am an insurance broker, specializing in Aflac, Medicare & Covered California.

I have been a member of the National City Chamber of Commerce for 5 years, where I chair the Business Referral Group Meetings and was on the Board of Directors.

I recently joined the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce and was delighted when I was asked to be Membership Chair for the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Greater San Diego South County.

I am looking forward to working with everyone in helping to build its membership.

My name is Arlene Ogapong Meade. I am an Engineer by Profession. Had great success in Health and financial Services and achieved prestigious rank and position in networking business based in USA. Currently National Director of Kannaway and 6A2 with Enagic

Ambassador for Health and Wellness with great passion and Advocacy to help a lot of people achieved their dreams by sharing an opportunity that will change their lives for the better .Achieved a balance life .Physically,Financially and Spiritually.

Noel Arangorin hails from the Philippines and has an extensive background and training in the food industry from reputable schools and restaurant chains starting from the Philippines to the United Kingdom and now here in the USA. He is currently the branch manager of Prime Pacific Grill known to us as Gerry’s Grill USA. He loves cooking, what else! Filipino food, plus Japanese and Chinese dishes.

His other skill is being a media production specialist, where he makes short film documentaries.  In his spare time he plays what every Filipino male plays and watches… basketball! He plays the drums and guitar, too.

Angel Ogapong is a San Diego State University graduate. In her beginnings she had great examples and exposure from her parents on how to launch and develop businesses in the Philippines. As she migrated to the USA, she has chosen the path of being a young entrepreneur. She launched multiple small businesses. Angel is currently the owner and founder of A&R Insurance Services, with and expertise in Health Insurance and Wealth Financial management. Angel was also recognized in the100 Top 6 Figures San Diego Young Entrepreneur Income Earners under 30’s in the year 2020.

Her passion in serving the Senior community led her to the field of Medicare Insurance. Along with her passion and dedication she has created JAR Senior Club; A community club that has a Mission to provide service to Seniors in every possible means and to be the trusted reliable resource for them.

Angel’s advocacy is to inspire, motivate and encourage the upcoming young generation to reach their utmost potential on owning their own businesses.

Angel Ogapong
Team Lead Manager, JAR Insurance Services
(619) 361-2917
angel.ogapong@jaragent.com