Meet the 2025 Board
Rovie Jay Dacumos
Rovie Jay Dacumos graduated from University of Hawaiʻi at Manoa in 2021 earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and a Bachelor of Arts in Filipino Language and Literature. He currently works for the Marine Corps Community Services as a graphic designer creating materials to promote Marine Corps Base Hawaii's various programs.
Rovie joined the Filipino Jaycees of Honolulu during COVID restrictions in search of a community of people who share the same interest in Filipino culture. He also became a Jaycee to step out of his comfort zone and develop his professional skills. Rovie received the 2023 JCI Hawaii Outstanding Chapter Office award.
His interests include Philippine folk dance, art, and video games.
Chairman/Immediate Past President
Jordan Abanto
Jordan Abanto graduated from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa's College of Education in December 2023 with his Master's of Education in Educational Administration (Higher Education) and Shidler College of Business in December 2020 with his Bachelor's of Business Administration (Human Resource Management and Accounting). He is currently working at UHM as an Academic Advisor.
He joined the Filipino Jaycees after being introduced to the organization by a friend, and was in search for a sense of community similar to his college experiences. This year serving as the 52nd President, Jordan hopes to play a part of providing a community for current and new members who are wanting to learn more about Filipino culture. Fun fact about Jordan, him and his family owns 3 dogs - a chihuahua mix, a pomeranian shih tzu mix, and a chow chow.
President
Florelei Lopez
Florelei Lopez obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration in Management from the University of Hawai‘i - West O‘ahu in 2021. She has ten years of banking experience including at the Bank of Hawai‘i , and is currently working as a Branch Manager for Central Pacific Bank.
She joined the Filipino Jaycees of Honolulu to work on her professional development by meeting and surrounding her self with other young professionals who have similar goals and values. Florelei also loves representing her Filipino culture and want top be involved in that community here in Hawaiʻi. She loves food and local coffeshops, and enjoys exploring new food and restaurants. She is a foodie who blogs about her food experiences on Instagram, and keeps up with her Yelp Elite status.
Executive Vice President
Nikki Alensonorin
Nikki Alensonorin was born and raised in Waipahu, Hawai‘i. She earned her B.A. in Psychology from Pacific University in 2022. Both of her parents are Jaycee alumni which allowed her to learn about the impact they can have on her community from a young age.
In 2023, Nikki joined the Filipino Jaycees of Honolulu to not only follow in her parents footsteps, but to also learn about her Filipino culture, grow as a young professional and a leader, as well as surround herself with like minded individuals.
Her interest include working and spending time with her animals, reading, going to the beach, and listening to music. A fun fact about her is that she has 3 one-eyed animals: a goat, a mini-horse, and a cat.
Secretary
Jannel "JJ" Nanquil
Jannel "JJ" Nanquil was born in San Diego, California but was raised in Mililani, Hawai‘i until his mom joined the U.S. Army. He graduated from University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa in 2021 earning a Bachelor of Arts in Biology. He currently work as a Generative AI Analyst for NVIDIA as an auditor for his AI annotation teams.
JJ joined the Filipino Jaycees of Honolulu and wanted to expand his social and professional circle, work with other young professionals to develop his skills, and to learn more about his Filipino culture.
Outside of work, his passions are playing video games, watching professional League of Legends esports, playing Dungeons and Dragons, keeping up with geopolitics and politics, and automotive photography.
Community Development Vice President
Joan Martinez
Joan Martinez is a 1.5-generation Filipino immigrant born in Manila, Philippines, and came to Hawai‘i in 2012. She graduated from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa’s Shidler College of Business in May 2023 with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management and International Business, with a minor in Filipino. She currently works as a Benefits Representative at Hawaii Benefit Administrators to provide Health and Welfare and Retirement benefits to various Hawaii Carpenter Union members.
Joan joined the Filipino Jaycees of Honolulu to meet like-minded Filipinos who share the same values for personal and professional growth and to further connect with her Filipino roots. In her free time, she loves seeking out new restaurants, trying local coffee and matcha shops, taking Lagree classes, and watching anime.
International Development Vice President
Christian Dela Cruz
Christian Dela Cruz was born and raised in Waipahu, Hawai‘i and now currently resides in Aiea. He earned his B.A. in Art and Mathematics in 2018 and his M.Ed. in Learning Design and Technology in 2021. He currently works part-time as a shift supervisor at Starbucks, overseeing the daily operations and functions of the store. Christian also owns a small art business called CristoMoon Designs where he designs products to be sold online and at local markets across the island.
Christian joined the Jaycees in 2023 because he wanted to be able to give back to his Filipino community through service work, while also learning to know more about his Filipino culture and how to develop himself and his business professionally. In his spare time, Christian loves to draw, play video games, read webcomics and play with his cats.
Marketing Vice President
Alexander Acorda
Alexander Paul Acorda, originally from the Philippines, moved to Hawaii at the age of nine. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Hawai‘i - West O‘ahu in 2017. Since then, Alex has accumulated nearly eight years of experience in the local insurance industry and currently works as a Personal Lines Underwriter at Island Insurance.
Motivated by a simple desire to connect with fellow young professionals, stay rooted in his Filipino heritage, and contribute to the community, Alex joined the Filipino Jaycees. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, exploring new boba spots, and immersing himself in manga and anime.
Membership Development Vice President