Vasquez + Company Newsletter - Issue 12

QUARTERLY

A N N I V E R S A R I E S

*LATeamMembers

Thank you for your years of service and dedication to the company

Rhoda Dollaga* 7 Years

Erica Ong* 4 Years

M l d Fl * h l Verma* ears

Joper Del Rosario 3 Years

Marylle Lavandero 2 Years

Alyanna Cruz 2 Years

Eric Santiago 2 Years

Erin Manila 2 Years

Jonalie Lepon 2 Years

Pia Bitoin

Kaiser Ruado

2 Years 2 Years

Denice Abrenica 3 Years

Jana Narral 2 Years

Theresa Litao 2 Years

3 QUARTERLY

1 Y E A R

Bryant Cheng*

Tricia Toledo*

Kenneth Lopez Aughstin Perez Kriezl Patalinghug

Katrina Targa Meryll Garcia

Queenie Cortes Jess Mojello Anna Cruz

Ericka Fernandez Joram Panahon

Aubrey Quinto

Daniela Bombeza Mark Gallardo

Joana Lora Shannah Gorgonia Louisse Sinaguinan Lorrie Mier

Cedric Cruz

Bethany Pedro*

May Yap* Andrea Bote*

W E L C O M E !

N E W H I R E S

*LATeamMembers

A D M I N I S T R A T I

Kenneth Hernandez Senior Auditor

Mica Martin Senior IT Auditor

Dave Carciller Senior Auditor

Maricar Estolonio Senior Auditor

Ranjan Balajadia Senior Auditor

Donna Vitalista Senior Auditor

Cecille Robles* Senior Auditor III

Sarah De Jesus Accounting Supervisor

Diane Dimaano Experienced Accountant

Rina Obille Junior Accountant

Wissam Hneiti* Staff Accountant

Anshirly Pangilinan Junior Accountant

Patricia Noriega Junior Accountant

Marc Magbalon Junior Accountant

Markie Dobles Junior Accountant

Patrize Tumbokon Junior Accountant

Alvin Garcia IT Support and Implementation Specialist

Kira Matsuno* Audit Administrative Assistant

Jimme Aldrin Balatico Senior Accountant

J O I N O U R T E A M !

Vasquez+Companyishiring!

Checkouttheseopenworkopportunitiesatourfirm.Feelfreetoreferqualified candidatestothefollowingpositions.

Glendale, CA

Auditor

Senior Level

Manila, PH

Auditor

All Levels, Junior to Manager Level

Accountant

Senior and Junior Level

Administration

Senior Accountant

Accounting Assistant

Workforce Manager

Workforce Analyst

Please note that only California-based applicants will be considered for Glendale, CA openings; and Philippine-based for the Metro Manila, PH openings.

Everyone showed up to cheer for their team at the Clippers game last January at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. It was filled with so much excitement. We are already looking forward to our next suite event!

Last March, The Vasquez Advantage Center in Manila celebrated a very special annual town hall event at The Manila Peninsula. The event centered on The Vasquez Advantage: Aspire to Inspire and was attended by Managing Partner Gilbert R. Vasquez and Partners Roger Martinez, Cristy Canieda, Tonette Santillan, and Linda Narciso.

The day was comprised of our leaders sharing their stories of success, celebrating our client win stories, and commemorating our employees. We are proud of our success thus far and expect even greater achievements for the Firm in the future.

The Vasquez Advantage Center in Manila held a relaxing team building event at The Farm at San Benito in Batangas last March. All participants took pleasure in leisure pursuits like yoga, creative therapy, and massages, while connecting through strategic meetings and healthy meals! It was a next-level experience for our Vasquez Leaders.

V A S Q U E Z + C O M P A N Y B A B I E S

Welcome to the world sweet angels!

Sayhellotothenewestmember oftheChengFamily–NoéBabuRamesh-Cheng!

HewasBornonMarch3.

Andthenewestaddition totheGumafungFamily–CalliePrienG.Gumafung!

ShewasBornonDecember27.

The Vasquez Team members wish you and your entire family lots of joy as you welcome this special blessing into your life Congratulations!

F E E L I N G B L U E ?

7 W A Y S T O P I C K

Y O U R S E L F B A C K U P !

From time to time, everyone gets a little down. There are many reasons for a blue mood: something may have happened (a disagreement, a problem at home or at work, etc ), maybe you are feeling overwhelmed, or that you’re not achieving your goals

Occasionally, feeling down is normal. But it can still be difficult to cope when you're feeling discouraged. You know you should be doing something, but you just don’t feel like doing anything. You may find you've let some things slide that you shouldn't have. It's important to take action to try to get out of your slump. Here are some ideas to consider:

1. Make A List

In today's hectic world, you may find yourself feeling down because you are overwhelmed. Simply making a list of things that you need to get done can be a big relief you’re taking control. You can see, right in front of you, what you need to do; and that alone can pick up your mood.

2. Take Action

If making a list didn't help nudge you out of your blue mood, it's time to take action Get started on the first thing you need to do Is it a big task? Break it down and just do the smallest part Do something just to get started Once you get started, you’ve got momentum; and that will help you feel better

3. Exercise

You might not be in the mood for exercise. But just do it! Take a walk, go for a run, go to the gym, whatever it is you do for exercise get out and do it now! You don’t need to do an intense workout, any form and level of exercise can lift your mood immediately.

4. Give Yourself Some Self-Care

When you look good, you feel good Take a shower or bath, brush your teeth, comb your hair, shave, put on some scent, wear something that makes you feel good Do whatever it is that you need to do to feel clean and good about yourself Instant pick me up!

5. Get out

Just getting out of your house, your office/cubicle, your office building will change your mood. Staring at the same four walls all the time can really get you down, and you may not realize this until you change the scenery.

6. Play some lively music.

Whatever your brand of feel-good music, put it on, crank it up, and (if possible) let yourself move to the beat It may just be what the doctor ordered

7. Talk about it.

Got a significant other, best friend, family member, or co-worker you can talk to? Do it If you don’t feel like you can talk about what's bringing you down to someone you know, there are hotlines, professionals, online forums, discussion groups, and lots of other ways you can connect and share what's making you blue Getting things off your chest makes a big difference and can be a huge lift It can also help you work out the reasons you’re feeling down

Sometimes all it takes is a little nudge to get you out of a funk Taking one step, even a small one, can help you feel better!

Is It the Blues or Depression?

If your feelings don't go away, interfere with your daily life and normal functioning, or get worse over time, you may be suffering from depression. Depression is a serious medical illness. It's more than just a feeling of being sad or "blue" for a few days. If you have been experiencing any of the following signs and symptoms for at least 2 weeks, you may be suffering from depression:

Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” mood

Feelings of hopelessness, pessimism

Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness

Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities

Decreased energy, fatigue, being “slowed down”

Difficulty concentrating, remembering, making decisions

Difficulty sleeping, early-morning awakening, or oversleeping

Appetite and/or weight changes

Thoughts of death or suicide, suicide attempts

Restlessness, irritability

Persistent physical symptoms

Depression is a serious but treatable mood disorder. It is important to reach out and get help. Talk to a health professional about your symptoms. A counselor or your doctor can refer you to someone who can help. That way you can start to feel better.

Copyright © 2022 LifeCare, Inc All rights reserved

This publication is for general informational purposes only and it is not intended to provide any reader with specific authority, advice or recommendations Where you deem necessary, we suggest that you seek advice regarding your particular situation from the appropriate professional

E M P L O Y E E S P O T L I G H T PAUL GONZAGA

Audit Manager

Manila Office

HowlonghaveyoubeenwithV&Co.? IstartedonSeptember4,2017.It’sbeen5yearsand6 months.

WhatdoyoulikebestaboutworkingforV&Co.? It’sthetonefromthetop Itrytoreplicatethatasa managernow,butthestandardishigh.

Doyouhaveamottoorpersonalmantrathatyou follow?

Muchlikeanewyear’sresolution,Idecidefora “theme”eachyearbeginningJanuary.Itryto accumulatethelearningsIgetfromfollowingthat themeontotheyearsthatfollow.For2023,Iwentwith LiveIntentionally

Whatdoyouliketodoonyourfreetime?

Ireadbooks,catchuponwhicheverseriesIhaveonmylist,andcoffeeshophopping.

Whatisoneskillyou’dlovetolearn?

Ifit’snotauditrelated,Iwillsayspeakinganotherlanguage Ifaudit,probablyGASB96

What,ifanything,areyoucurrentlybinge-watching?Orreading?

I’mcurrentlyreadingTheAnthropoceneReviewed:EssaysonaHuman-CenteredPlanetbyJohn Green.Letmesharemyfavoritelinesofar,“Lookingoutatthisriverremindsmeofsittingatthe edgeofthatcreekwithTodd,andhowhislovehelpedcarrymethroughthoseyears,andhowin somewaysitisstillcarryingme Iwonderifyouhavepeoplelikethatinyourlife,peoplewhose lovekeepsyougoingeventhoughtheyaredistantnowbecauseoftimeandgeographyand everythingelsethatcomesbetweenus.”

What’sonyourbucketlist?

It’sstillonmylisttodoanEat,Pray,Lovekindofyear,hopefullywithoutthetragediesthatit startedwith.

Whatarethe3placesthatyouwouldliketotravel?

Inrelationtomypreviousanswer,thatwouldbeFrance,Italy,andGreece

Whatare3wordsthatbestdescribeyou?

Empath.Prudent.Advocate.

JONATHAN AGOT

Audit Manager LA Office

HowlonghaveyoubeenwithVasquez+Company?

Icelebratedmy14thyearlastMarch

WhatdoyoulikebestaboutworkingforVasquez+ Company?

It’sthecompanyofpeoplewhoIworkwith.Ienjoyboth thefriendshipandprofessionalism.

Doyouhaveamottoorpersonalmantrathatyou follow?

Hopeisagoodthing,maybethebestofthings,andno goodthingeverdies

-TheShawshankRedemption

Whatdoyouliketodoonyourfreetime? Idosomecasualwalking,asadvisedbymydoctor.

Whatisoneskillyou’dlovetolearn?

I’dlovetopracticemoretheskillofcompartmentalization beingabletoswitchfromonetaskto another,andanother,andanother��

What,ifanything,areyoucurrentlybinge-watching?Orreading?

IenjoygoingbacktosomeofmyfaveclassicmovieslikeGhost,TheAssociate,PrettyWoman, TopGun,DirtyDancing,AWalkintheClouds,RainMan,CuttingEdge,etc.

What’sonyourbucketlist?

ItwouldbesoamazingtoseeanAuroraBorealis.I’vealwaysbeenfascinatedwiththenorthern lights

Whatarethe3placesthatyouwouldliketotravel?

1.AnypartoftheworldwithanAurora

2.Dubai

3.Batanes

Whatare3wordsthatbestdescribeyou?

1 Compassionate

2 Patient

3 Sociable

F E A T U R E D A R T I S T

F R A N C I S X A V I E R E N G

Our very own accountant/ writer

I started writing poetry when I was a teen and originally began with free verses No forms, no structure, just being lyrical as inspired by the movie 8 Mile Since then, Eminem has become my centerpiece of inspiration from the hip-hop culture I just found myself writing rap verses but never really released anything

I just find writing and rhyming as a hobby to kill time and expand my English vocabulary. After a certain time, I transitioned to writing Sonnets because the structure was similar to a song. The challenge to writing poetry is how you would make your reader understand your piece Not everyone can understand the meaning of certain words, especially if they are not commonly used in conversations Just like music, poetry exists in the lyrics and rhythm, and it's a versatile form of art that touches every individual uniquely

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Whether examining fraudulent activity or serving as an expert witness, as a CFF credential holder, you will be held in high regard for executing litigation and investigative support services

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B I R T H D A Y S - L O S A N G E L E S

Wishing you all the best on your birthday and a wonderful year ahead.

AP MA

emimah Maclang

Socorro Mendiola Sam Tolentino Erica Ong

Roger Martinez Suzette Weneslao Tonette Santillan

Jovel De Guzman Leilani Santos

B I R T H D A Y S - M A N I L A

APRIL

Michelle Castillo Mela Gacho

Alyanna Cruz

Katlyn Sta. Rita Tricia Da Jose

Vanil Jan Loria Renaliza Talagtag Kael Sambajon Angelika Ignacio Renz Magbuhat

Daniela Bombeza Kathylen Tagud

Farah Revilla

Evenelle Velasco

Sharmaine Mamaed

Layne Sarmiento

Aughstin Perez Ed Anenias Sharifa Taji Rizbee Poblete

Angie Narito

Ariza Rabelas Reyzen Tungpalan Eduard Resulta

Michelle Marmolejo Erika Miranda

Aubrey Quinto

Theresa Litao Jelina Buerano Katrina Targa

Jeanne Bernardo

Anna Veloso Ela Lavilla

Jessa Sarimo

Elena Kasilag Ma. Florian Lozada

Scy Gacis Faye Villanueva Alma Malveda

Hilarynil Evardoni

Marjorie Casanova

James Sia

06 MAUNDY THURSDAY

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Remembering the Last Supper and solemnly reflecting Jesus Christ’s institution of the Eucharist

GOOD FRIDAY

Repenting on the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ

BLACK SATURDAY

A day of mourning — the day Jesus Christ was laid in his tomb after his death

EASTER SUNDAY

Celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ

10 ARAW NG KAGITINGAN

Commemorating the fall of the Bataan peninsula during the Second World War

26 ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY

Celebrating all administrative professionals today!

Thank you for all your efforts, hard work, and dedication.

LABOR DAY

Honoring workers and recognizing their contributions to society 01 MOTHER'S DAY

Celebrating all the moms, mamas, nanays, and makuahine 14 29 MEMORIAL DAY

Honoring the fallen heroes who served the US ARAW NG KALAYAAN

Or Independence Day, is commemorating the declaration of Philippine independence from Spain in 1898 12 18

FATHER'S DAY

Celebrating all dads, papas, tatays, and makua kāne

28 EIDUL ADHA

A Muslim celebration that honors the willingness of Ibrahim to obey Allah and also commemorates the end of the Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca).

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T E S T I M O N I A L S

Here's what some of our clients shared about their experience with the Firm. Thank you for all the hard work, team!

I wanted to thank you for another successful Overhead audit again this year. We were happy to get through it and finalize the report

To our trusted key business partners and service providers “It takes a village” and this partnership has made 2022 another successful year for us. Looking forward to working together with all of you again in 2023

Theteamwasgreat,andI'll beworkingondigesting andwritingapostmortem forhowwecanimprovethe engagementnextyear

Mostofthe recommendationswillbe onmyside,sinceyourteam wasfantastic.Thankyou!

I wanted to tell you how incredibly thankful I am for your work and support for AIM/MM!