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LA UNION IS CALLING YOUR NAME.
ESPECIALLY IF YOUR NAME IS ORTEGA.

CALLING ALL ORTEGAS! This is your invitation to the much-awaited Ortega Clan Grand Reunion , set to take place in the picturesque La Union, Philippines, from July 25th to 27th, 2025. Can you believe it's nearing eight long years since our last gathering in this beautiful setting? Over two-hundred family members from around the world came together then, and we're hoping for an even grander turnout this time around! Let's rekindle those cherished memories, share laughter, stories, and create new bonds that will last a lifetime. Please RSVP or register for the event at your earliest convenience. We can't wait to see you there, as we celebrate our shared heritage and the strength of our family ties!

SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES

Ortega Clan Original (OCO) 2025 Reunion

FRIDAY, JULY 25
2PM Registration / Check-In: Puerto De San Juan Beach Residences - La Union & Puerto de San Juan Beach Resort Hotel c/o GM @Nonie Panes Registration Committee: Judy Sykioco Ortega Cadano, Judy Ortega Cadano, Sec Gen Jasmin VerushkaVia Ortega Jamias-Ramboyong
Check in at respective hotels and transient homes who are members of the @San Juan Resort, Restaurant & Hotel Association c/o Pres Monica Luebben and Exec Vice Chair Tita Chona Paras, Chairperson for Accomodations, Transportation & Tours
4PM Photo Session by branch at the Shoreline of Puerto de San Juan Beach Resort Photo 1 - Attire: Clan / Branch tshirt for the first shot Photo 2 - Attire: Beach attire Photography by PriinTurns Photography c/o Roe Rin
5PM Sunset viewing, Cocktails, Dinner at shoreline Search for Miss Ortega Clan International (Note: judges will not be Ortega relatives) Program Committee: Petejon Benson
11PM Visit discos and bars: Promdi Elyu, Flotsam and Jetsam, Turtle Beach Resort, San Juan, La Union.
SATURDAY, JULY 26
10AM Opening of Exhibit and Trade Show Note: Each branch will have a booth. Businesses of Clan members will have booths. Business Seminars c/o IBOOC Chairman Gaw Anielito Ortega Lao and Tours ℅ Chona Paras, Chairperson for Tours
4PM Photo Session at the main entrance of the Puerto De San Juan Beach Residences Individual Branch Entire Clan (drone) Attire: Ortega Clan 2025 Reunion tshirt (Color coded)
5PM Holy Mass c/o Ortega Twins (Ma Luz Bolong & Maria Nila Argel)
6PM Awards Program and Dinner - Dance Carmen Floirendo, Awards & Ancestry Committee Chairperson Mely Lagundino Ortega, Malou Ortega , Program & Entertainment Committee
8PM Intermission Numbers by Ortega Got Talent Winners; Preliminary competition online
11PM Night out for those interested
SUNDAY, JULY 27
10AM Sports and other outdoor activities at Barangay Ortega, Bacnotan, La Union
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MEET THE FACES BEHIND THE 2025 ORTEGA CLAN GRAND REUNION

HONORARY OFFICERS

PEPE ORTEGA
Honorary Chairman
Victor Francisco Ortega

Honorary Chairman - Hon. Victor Francisco Ortega. Former Governor, Vice Governor, Congressman of the 1st District of La Union and Constitutional Convention delegate. Chairman of Ortega Clan 2017 Reunion. Married to Mary Jane Ortega.

PAOLO ORTEGA
Honorary Co-Chairperson
Hon. Mary Jane C. Ortega

Honorary Co-Chairperson - Hon. Mary Jane C. Ortega. Former City Mayor of San Fernando, La Union. Co-Chairperson of the Ortega Clan 2017 Reunion.

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

JOSEMARI “JOEY” ORTEGA
JOSEMARI “JOEY” ORTEGA
Chairperson/Coordinator

Josemari “Joey” Ortega, son of Atty Joaquin Kining and Cleofe Balingit Ortega, grandson of Capt Jose “Pepe” and Pacing Lacsamana, and great grandson of Don Joaquin. Joey currently lives in La Union with wife Kristine and is a candidate this 2025 elections for City Councilor of San Fernando, La Union. He is working on the development of their property at Barangay Ortega, La Union, and is involved in eTHOR ICT Corp and Civil Society Groups. He was based in Hong Kong for 22 years and was an international corporate executive for San Miguel Corporation and DKSH for the Asia Region.

IMEE ORTEGA
IMEE ORTEGA
Vice Chairperson: Visayas

Imelda "Imee" Ortega Pantino, hailing from Kilim Baybay, Leyte, traces her lineage to Bonifacio Ortega and Estefan Bandalan. Raised in Manila, she holds a Business Administration degree and married Reynaldo B. Pantino from Ormoc City. They resided in Saudi Arabia before settling in Ormoc with their son Jonathan. Imee actively contributes to the Ortega clan organizing committee in Leyte.

REYNALDO ORTEGA
REYNALDO ORTEGA
Vice Chairperson: Mindanao

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CHONA PARAS
CHONA PARAS
Vice Chairperson: North Capital Region

No bio.

KERWINNA ORTEGA
KERWINNA ORTEGA
Program & Entertainment

Kerwinna Anijes Goyena Ortega, married to Emilio P. Ortega Jr., a descendant of Maximo Ortega and Dorotea Magat. She is Chief of the Administrative Section at the Bureau of Internal Revenue, Revenue District Office of Tarlac City, for 27 years. A proud member of IMG Community of Savers and Investors, she's dedicated to serving the people and fostering financial literacy.

LUCHO ORTEGA
LUCHO ORTEGA
Marketing & Communications

Luis ”Lucho” Ortega III, is the great grandson of Joaquin, grandson of Luis Lacsamana Ortega and son of Luis Ortega Jr. Born in Manila, Lucho migrated to California with his family when he was 6. Today, Lucho is an advertising creative director and aims to honor his family legacy through his talents, inspired by his father, grandfather and great grandfather.

CARLOS ORTEGA
CARLOS ORTEGA
IT / Website Consultant

Carlos Ortega, the great-grandson of Joaquin, and son of Luis Ortega Jr., leads Enterprise Information Systems as CEO. Proudly married to Jacqueline, he is a dedicated father to Kristina Ortega. Anchored in his Christian faith, Carlos carries forward a legacy of resilience and excellence.

CARMEN FLOIRENDO
CARMEN FLOIRENDO
Ancestry & Certification

No bio.

JASMIN VERUSHKA VIA JAMIAS-RAMBOYONG
JASMIN VERUSHKA VIA JAMIAS-RAMBOYONG
Secretary General

Jasmin Verushka Via "Jaja" Jamias, has lineage to Medina Sidonia, Spain, via Don Francisco Ortega and Dona Leonor Cabello, leading to Manuel, Mauro, and Anicia Ortega. Wed to Nomer Ramboyong, raising Remon Asariel and Aaliyah Maria Lucinda, Jasmin is a UP Grad in BA Social Sciences. Now in Chicago, she is a Sr. Marketing Dir. at IMG, and volunteer with Communities United.

Marilou Jabonete Ortega
Marilou Jabonete Ortega
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Marilou Jabonete Ortega, from San Fernando, La Union, is a dedicated nurse with 22 years of experience, transitioning from aged care to Mental Health. Despite battling breast cancer thrice, she remains resilient. A widowed mother of three and grandmother of three, Marilou plans to retire by year-end, aiming to savor life's joys to the fullest.

Rodel Fiel 'Wowie' Ortega
Rodel Fiel 'Wowie' Ortega
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Rodel Fiel 'Wowie' Ortega, born in San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte, honors his lineage as the Great Great Grandson of Manuel Ortega y Cabello. Dedicated to family, he cherishes his parents Manuel O. Ortega Jr. and grandparents Manuel Malapit Ortega and Joaquin Leaño Ortega. As a Ward Family History Leader, he preserves his ancestry while raising three children.

Fil Frank Ortega
Fil Frank Ortega
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From Kawit, Cavite, I'm Fil Frank Ortega, shaped by a childhood of books and play, fostering a profound love for history. Now, deeply engaged in socio-civic endeavors, I fuse my historical passion with a dedication to community service, advocating for inclusivity and equity. Committed to amplifying every voice, I strive to build a society where all are heard and valued.

Kerwinna Anijes Goyena Ortega
Kerwinna Anijes Goyena Ortega
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Kerwinna Anijes Goyena Ortega, married to Emilio P. Ortega Jr., a descendant of Maximo Ortega and Dorotea Magat. She is Chief of the Administrative Section at the Bureau of Internal Revenue, Revenue District Office of Tarlac City, for 27 years. A proud member of IMG Community of Savers and Investors, she's dedicated to serving the people and fostering financial literacy.

Melchora L. Ortega
Melchora L. Ortega
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Melchora L. Ortega, married to Vicente Nacino Ortega, is an Administrative Officer III at the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte, with 27 years of service. Her husband's lineage traces back to Vicente Calipjo Ortega and Susana Rivera. They have three children: Engr. Jamaica Celline Lagundino Ortega, Clive Vincent L. Ortega, a businessman, and Engr. Kyla Rosana L. Ortega.

Reynaldo Abalos Ortega
Reynaldo Abalos Ortega
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Reynaldo Abalos Ortega, married to Ma. Theresa Mirafuente, father to a son, traces his lineage to Jesus Ortega and Ramona Guevara. His father, Saturnino Torres Ortega, married to Colita Abalos Ortega. Reynaldo, an Assistant Professor 1 at Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technology, with 19 years of service, is also a proud member of the International Marketing Group.

Petejon V. Benson
Petejon V. Benson
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Petejon V. Benson, a fifth-generation Ortega from the lineage of Julian Ortega, pursues a BA in History to uncover the missing link between Julian and Don Joaquin Ortega. Additionally, he seeks to define his family's descent, exploring potential Jewish heritage alongside American roots on his paternal side, while also delving into the unknown origins of his maternal lineage.

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