NOW IN ITS 6TH YEAR, PINOY POWER RETURNS TO CONNECT, INSPIRE, AND EMPOWER FILIPINO-AUSTRALIAN PROFESSIONALS.

JOIN US FOR AN AFTERNOON OF LEARNING, CONNECTION AND OPPORTUNITY!

Since launching in 2021, Pinoy Power has grown into Melbourne's flagship networking event for Filipino-Australian professionals, attracting a record 68 attendees in 2025. This year, we're aiming for 100 attendees and bringing together inspiring leaders and experts to help you build a stronger future.

Whether you've just arrived in Australia, are building your career, growing your wealth, or planning for the future, invest one afternoon in yourself. Gain practical advice from industry experts, connect with ambitious Filipino-Australian professionals, and leave with ideas, connections, and inspiration that can benefit you for years to come.

EVENT DETAILS

📅 Saturday, 5 September 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 KHT Koorie Heritage Trust, Federation Square, Melbourne CBD
☕ Catering provided by Sarimanok and refreshments served on arrival

MEET THE PANEL

🎤 Gilbert Melgar
Founder of SuburbsFinder with 20+ years in data analytics. Successfully transformed a $515K property purchase into a $2M asset.

🎤 Sheila Cayetano-Wallace
Senior Design Manager – Founder of Studio BE, with 15+ years of international design experience.

🎤 Dr Rebecca Valenzuela
Executive Manager at the Australian Institute of Family Studies, PhD Economist, and former Principal Economist at the Queensland Productivity Commission.

WHAT TO EXPECT

12:00 PM – Registration & Refreshments
12:30 PM – Welcome & Program Begins
1:00 PM – Expert Panel Discussion
3:00 PM – Interactive Open Q&A
4:00 PM – Facilitated Networking

Submit your questions for the panel during registration - we'll help shape the conversation around what matters most to you.

TICKETS

🎟️ Standard: $60
🎟️ Early Bird: $50 SOLD OUT
🎟️ UPAV Registered Paid Members: $35
(Member Registration ID required upon arrival)

Spots are limited - secure your ticket today and invest in your future.

Proudly sponsored by

🤝 MLV Accounting (major sponsor), Sarimanok, Mama Sita's, Jterra Property Group and Highpoint Mechanical

QUESTIONS

📧 education@upalumnivic.org

INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE. CONNECT WITH YOUR COMMUNITY. 

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Location

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Koorie Heritage Trust - Federation Square

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