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The Association of Certified Public Accountants in Commerce and Industry (ACPACI) proudly joins forces with the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) and P&A Foundation, Inc. to continue the legacy of the Search for Outstanding Accounting Students of the Philippines (SOASP) — a prestigious tradition honoring the country’s brightest and most promising future CPAs.

On August 27, 2025, a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) was signed at P&A Grant Thornton’s Makati Office, reaffirming our shared commitment to academic excellence and professional development in the field of accountancy.

The MOA signing was graced by official representatives from each organization:

  • Boyet Murcia, Chairperson – P&A Foundation
  • Henry Tan, Vice President for Operations – PICPA
  • Geraldine Apostol, Executive Director – PICPA
  • Atty. Aristeo Cruz, National President – ACPACI
  • Meljorie A. Cruz, VP for Partnership with Professional Organizations – ACPACI
  • Lujer P. Danao, VP for Membership Development – ACPACI
  • Edward Roguel, Past President – ACPACI
  • Elano Marcelo, Past President – ACPACI
  • Marc Guiab, Chairperson for SOASP – ACPACI

Together, we continue to champion excellence, passion, and purpose in shaping the next generation of accounting leaders.

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