OFFICERS 2025-2027
President – Kristine Mallare - Maristela, SR/WA
President – Kristine Mallare - Maristela, SR/WA
President – Kristine Mallare - Maristela, SR/WA
Born and raised in the Philippines. Proud alumnus of the University of Santo Tomas High School and College of Engineering. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering. Currently with King County DNRP, Wastewater Treatment Division as a Water Quality Planner / Project Manager IV. Involved in the planning and delivery of major utili
Born and raised in the Philippines. Proud alumnus of the University of Santo Tomas High School and College of Engineering. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering. Currently with King County DNRP, Wastewater Treatment Division as a Water Quality Planner / Project Manager IV. Involved in the planning and delivery of major utility infrastructure projects. Loves the outdoors. Enjoys the many hiking places in the PNW and beyond.
Vice President – Jhema Lucas
President – Kristine Mallare - Maristela, SR/WA
President – Kristine Mallare - Maristela, SR/WA
Born and raised in the Philippines. A genuine Ilocano from Pangasinan. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Electronics & Communications Engineering from Saint Louis University, Baguio City and a Masters degree in Management Engineering from the University of Pangasinan, Urdaneta City.
Currently, a Financial Consultant and Leadership/ Busines
Born and raised in the Philippines. A genuine Ilocano from Pangasinan. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Electronics & Communications Engineering from Saint Louis University, Baguio City and a Masters degree in Management Engineering from the University of Pangasinan, Urdaneta City.
Currently, a Financial Consultant and Leadership/ Business Developer at Strategem Financials and
Medicare Insurance Representative at Preferred Benefits Partners, LLC. Married to Angelo Lucas with 2 kids. Building a company of compassionate, confident, competent leaders to guide willing individuals to a vision of financial security.
Secretary – Josephine Bayan
President – Kristine Mallare - Maristela, SR/WA
Treasurer – Jenny Lucas Cruz
Born and raised in the Philippines. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering with a master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of the Philippines. A certified Project Management Professional.
Currently a Senior Project/ Construction Manager with Rock Project Management Services, LLC responsible for the del
Born and raised in the Philippines. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering with a master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of the Philippines. A certified Project Management Professional.
Currently a Senior Project/ Construction Manager with Rock Project Management Services, LLC responsible for the delivery of major infrastructure projects including storm water, lighting system, parks, community health centers, etc. Currently the Commissioner Secretary of the City of Renton Planning Commission, the President of the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACEI) and a member of the Renton Catholic Parish Church Lector Ministry. Loves to bike, walk, tend to her small garden on her free time and enjoys playing with her grandkids.
Treasurer – Jenny Lucas Cruz
President – Kristine Mallare - Maristela, SR/WA
Treasurer – Jenny Lucas Cruz
A native Filipino, she is a Principal Engineer at T-Mobile, where she oversees network-quality validation for the Regulatory (Emergency and Location) Services. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Electronics & Communications Engineering from Lyceum of the Philippines and began her career as a BSS & RF Engineer at Smart Communications.
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A native Filipino, she is a Principal Engineer at T-Mobile, where she oversees network-quality validation for the Regulatory (Emergency and Location) Services. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Electronics & Communications Engineering from Lyceum of the Philippines and began her career as a BSS & RF Engineer at Smart Communications.
A devoted mother of two, she recharges by cooking family meals, sharing laughter at the dinner table, and unwinding with K-dramas. Her blend of technical expertise, professional drive, and love of home life keeps her curious, creative, and committed—whether she’s optimizing network tests or experimenting with a new recipe.
Auditor – Donnie Mendoza
Sgt. at Arms – Jess Pesito
Sgt. at Arms – Jess Pesito
A graduate of the University of Santo Tomas in Manila with a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering. Currently holds a Member of Technical Staff position at T-Mobile USA. He formerly worked as a network engineer with Globe Telecom Philippines and Nokia USA. He was also in the academe as a professor in the Universi
A graduate of the University of Santo Tomas in Manila with a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering. Currently holds a Member of Technical Staff position at T-Mobile USA. He formerly worked as a network engineer with Globe Telecom Philippines and Nokia USA. He was also in the academe as a professor in the University of Santo Tomas and AMA Computer University. He is passionate about technology and economics. When his mind is not occupied by those two, you will find him conquering the bike trails of Washington.
Sgt. at Arms – Jess Pesito
Sgt. at Arms – Jess Pesito
Sgt. at Arms – Jess Pesito
Graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering from the Technological Institute of the Philippines. He is currently a Principal Engineer at T-Mobile USA.
Active member of the Filipino community at his local church and a proud father of two wonderful daughters. He loves spending time outdoors—hiking, biki
Graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering from the Technological Institute of the Philippines. He is currently a Principal Engineer at T-Mobile USA.
Active member of the Filipino community at his local church and a proud father of two wonderful daughters. He loves spending time outdoors—hiking, biking, running, and going on long walks with his wife.
He is also a big dog lover (yorkie) and enjoys relaxing with a good movie in his downtime.
PRO - Heather Santos
Sgt. at Arms – Jess Pesito
PRO - Heather Santos
Heather graduated with two Bachelor’s degrees in Mathematical Thinking and Visualizations (Data Visualizations) alongside Science, Technology, and Society from the University of Washington while serving as the president of the Women in Science and Engineering Club. She now works as an Associate Product Manager at T-Mobile USA.
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Heather graduated with two Bachelor’s degrees in Mathematical Thinking and Visualizations (Data Visualizations) alongside Science, Technology, and Society from the University of Washington while serving as the president of the Women in Science and Engineering Club. She now works as an Associate Product Manager at T-Mobile USA.
She continues to host monthly sessions with a local nonprofit in the city of Issaquah, The Circle WA, to empower young girls in high school and middle school to pursue a career in STEM while growing self-confidence and develop leadership skills. She also loves her dogs and enjoys exploring the trails of the PNW with them!