An exciting opportunity for the young players of the Northern Mariana Islands has been made possible through the support of Tan Siu Lin Foundation and TanHoldings along with Badminton Oceania, Northern Marianas Sports Association, and the Governor’s Office. The NMI Junior National Badminton Team is set to showcase their skills on an international stage as they participate in the Pacific Under 15 Invitation Team Challenge 2023, held in Auckland, New Zealand.

The Team Challenge will be held simultaneously with the Victor Oceania Junior Mixed Team Championships 2023. This synchronization provides a unique platform for under 15 players to immerse themselves in an international competitive environment. They will have the privilege of playing alongside the continent’s most talented Under 19 players, with technical officials, live scoring, medal presentations, and all the thrilling elements that define a high-stakes tournament.

The participation of the NMI Junior National Badminton Team in the Pacific U15 Invitation Team Challenge is an extraordinary opportunity for young athletes of NMI to gain valuable experience and exposure on an international level. The Tan Siu Lin Foundation and TanHoldings have been instrumental in making this journey possible for the region’s talented badminton players. Their steadfast support and commitment to youth development have paved the way for these aspiring athletes to showcase their skills and represent the Northern Mariana Islands with pride.

TanHoldings, celebrating its 50th Anniversary, continues its commitment to community development through the philanthropic efforts of the Tan Siu Lin Foundation. In a gesture of support for sports and youth engagement, the foundation recently presented a $5,000 donation to the Northern Mariana Islands Basketball Federation. The occasion took place during the conclusion of the 2022 Marianas Village Cup held at the TSL Sports Complex.

During the ceremony, the Tan Siu Lin Foundation further emphasized its dedication to fostering athletic talent and promoting basketball across Saipan. Recognizing the importance of providing resources to local basketball clubs, the foundation contributed basketball equipment valued at $1,000 to several clubs, including the Ol’Aces, MadFlex, Rollers, Sixers, and Titans.

The partnership between TanHoldings and the Northern Mariana Islands Basketball Federation reflects the shared vision of promoting sports development and fostering talent within the region.

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo appointed TanHoldings President and CEO Jerry Tan to the national U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board (TTAB) last Friday, January 13.

Along with 31 other individuals from around the country, Tan will advise the Commerce secretary regarding the effects of government policies on the tourism and travel industry of the USA. They will also provide counsel on current issues to maintain its sustainable growth, given that the tourism industry is the nation’s economic engine.

The 32 appointees, Tan included, are considered organization and business leaders in the travel industry. They are regarded as representatives of the state and the groups that are directly involved in the American tourism landscape.

“The U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board plays a vital role in providing expert recommendations and industry insight to optimize the American travel experience. I look forward to working with new and returning members,” said Raimondo.

A wide range of issues and policies have been handled by the TTAB including travel facilitation, visa policy, infrastructure, aviation security, tourism research, climate, and economic sustainability.

Northern Mariana Islands Football Association (NMIFA) President Jerry Tan, along with local dignitaries Gov. Ralph DLG Torres and Delegate Gregorio “Kilili” Sablan welcomed the East Asian Football Federation (EAFF) to Saipan to honor and celebrate their 20^th anniversary last November 11.

EAFF Executive Committee members, staff, and guests were at the Crowne Plaza Resort Saipan to witness the momentous occasion. NMIFA officials, members, and other NMI soccer stakeholders also graced the event.

In his speech, EAFF President Du Zhaocai recognized the NMIFA not only for its various achievements but also for the people behind the federation’s success.

Jerry Tan also expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the EAFF for sharing this milestone to the Northern Mariana Islands and its soccer community. For him, the unconditional support of the EAFF is the reason why NMIFA continues to grow.

“It means a lot to us for the EAFF family to come down and visit not just to celebrate this anniversary but also to take a look at what we have done for NMI soccer,” Tan said.

With the purpose of providing a more flexible learning experience for the School of Hotel and Tourism (SHTM) of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the Tan Siu Lin Innovation Hub has been opened last October 18, 2022 with the unwavering support of the Tan Siu Lin Foundation.

Containing specialized software and state-of-the-art digital equipment for the tourism and hospitality industry, the innovation hub aims to continuously foster the creativity of SHTM students by providing the necessary resources to aid their growth as budding professionals. This makes the hub one of the major facilities of the university.

The innovation hub was officially opened by Dr. Tan Siu Lin, Founder of the Tan Siu Lin Foundation; Mrs. Jennifer Su Tan, Tan Siu Lin Foundation Hong Kong Executive Director; Dr. Miranda Lou, Executive Vice President of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University; and Professor Kaye Chon, SHTM Dean, Chair Professor and Walter and Wendy Kwok Family Foundation Professor in International Hospitality Management.

The SHTM of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University treats the opening of the Tan Siu Lin Innovation Hub as a turning point towards their development and determination to progress along with the changes brought by the digital age.

All roads led to TanHoldings’ 5K Walkathon!

In celebration of TanHoldings’ 50^th Anniversary, a walkathon was held to promote one of the group’s advocacies: getting fit.

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Held in Guam, Palau, Pohnpei, Rota, Saipan and Yap on three dates from September 6-8, 2022,  the walk drew 815 attendees composed mostly of employees, joined by friends and family members.

After the two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Liberation Day celebration is finally back and alive in Hagåtña. With the central theme “The Strength to Overcome, the Faith to Persevere,” the 78th Guam Liberation Day celebration last July 21 was hosted by the Mayors’ Council of Guam, Guam Office of the Governor, and the Guam Visitors Bureau. Part of the festivities was the Liberation Day Parade wherein floats of various villages and organizations were at display. The TanHoldings team gladly participated in the parade with their gold-themed float decorated with ornamental plants and containing the logos of their various SBUs. With everyone’s teamwork, the TanHoldings float bagged the People’s Choice Award for the business category.

As part of their support for the Saipan Chamber of Commerce’s (SCC) scholarship program, Tan Siu Lin Foundation, TanHoldings’ charitable arm, has signed up as a gold sponsor for the Chamber’s annual golf tournament.

Merlie Tolentino, Executive Director of Tan Siu Lin Foundation, presented a check amounting to $2,500 to SCC officials headed by its president Joe Guerrero. A part of the proceeds from the event will be allotted for the Chamber’s scholarship program which helps local students in pursuing higher education.

Tolentino said that they will continue to help give local students opportunities to further their education since these will help hone their knowledge, skills, and values for the future. Guerrero on the other hand, thanked TanHoldings and Tan Siu Lin Foundation for the continued partnership and support, not only to SCC, but also to the rest of the NMI community.

With its purpose to raise awareness and protect the environment as part of their corporate social responsibility practices, TanHoldings virtually celebrated Earth Day last April 22, 2022. The online program aims to advocate for this year’s Earth Day theme, “Invest in our Planet”.

Speakers from various Strategic Business Units such as POI Aviation, D&Q International Distributors, and AB Risk Solutions hosted the virtual program wherein relevant videos were played to inform the audience regarding the prevalent problems the Earth is facing, specifically plastic pollution.

The highlight of the event is the launch of the “Zero Plastic, Make it a Habit” campaign, encouraging the Strategic Business Units to look at ways on how plastic consumption can be reduced in their respective units. Activities related to quarterly-themes were launched to sustain engagement within the group.

“Much is needed from us, not just as a business, but also as individuals; because every day, our choices have a direct impact on our environment. Let’s enjoy and learn from this virtual celebration and let’s be on our way to reducing plastic use across all our business units,” says Jerry Tan, CEO and President of TanHoldings.

They ended the program by asking team members to express their commitment through submitting their own environmental pledges via an online form.

Earth Day is one of the biggest celebrations honoring the birth of the environmental movement. It takes place annually on the 22nd of April.

Tan Siu Lin Foundation, the charitable arm of TanHoldings, donates $3,000 to Northern Marianas College’s 17th Annual NMC Foundation Golf Tournament on March 19.

TSL Foundation keeps up to its pledge to help and sustain the workforce development in the CNMI by supporting education.

“We support the college in its efforts to enhance its programs and services for students who are working to improve their lives through education. We wish the best of luck also to all the players in this year’s tournament,” TanHoldings CEO Jerry Tan said.

NMC President Galvin Deleon Guerrero expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the involvement and generosity of organizations like the TSL Foundation for the success of NMC’s golf tournaments.

Tan Siu Lin Foundation, the charitable arm of TanHoldings, handed over a donation worth $5,000 to the Marianas Visitors Authority (MVA) to support the 18th Annual Tinian Hot Pepper Festival that will be held on March 11-13, 2022.

“Pika Fest” is one of the significant events of MVA that aims to exhibit Tinian’s culture, music, dance, food, particularly the spicy ones called the island’s pika “Donne Sali” or hot pepper.

Affirming TSL’s support and commitment to “Pika Fest,” TSL Foundation executive director Merlie Tolentino turned over the donation last Monday to the MVA Community Project Specialist Ray Villagomez.

“The Tan Siu Lin Foundation joins the Marianas Visitors Authority and the people of Tinian in celebrating the Pika Fest, which is one of the most popular events in the NMI. We hope to see Tinian residents sharing a weekend of fun and learning experience with Saipan and other off-island visitors,” Tolentino said.

Tango Theatres participates in the 12th “Toys for Tots” program in Guam by being one of the local drop-off locations for the annual toy drive, spearheaded by the Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz and the Guam Chamber of Commerce.

Tango Theatres’ staff has led the turnover of the toys collected from its customers last December 7, 2021, to the representatives of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve.

“Tango Theatres is privileged to be a part of bringing holiday cheer to families with children in need. We are grateful to all our donors. Their giving spirits will definitely touch the lives of each child who will receive a present this Christmas courtesy of Toys for Tots,” said Tango Theatres General Manager Kit Lanuza.

Tan Siu Lin Foundation, the charitable arm of TanHoldings supports the inaugural of Ronald McDonald House of Charities Golf Tourney by providing cash donation to the McDonald’s Guam and Saipan.

The TSL Foundation’s donation is part of its commitment as a diamond sponsor of the gold fundraising tournament.

Marcia Ayuyu, the owner of McDonald’s Guam and Saipan extends her gratitude to the TSL Foundation for its unwavering support.

“On behalf of the Tan Siu Lin Foundation, we would like to congratulate McDonald’s Guam and Saipan owners and operators Joe Ayuyu Sr. and Marcia for realizing their long-time dream of finding a way to help the Ronald McDonald House fulfill its mission,” TSL Foundation executive director Merlie Tolentino said.

In line with Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, TakeCare Guam showed unified support and participation for this month’s event recently held last October 31, 2021.

Together, we can fight!

TanHoldings’ AB Risk Solutions is an official partner for “Toys for Tots” for this year’s holiday season.

“Toys for Tots” is a charitable program initiated by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and spearheaded by Associated Students of Northern Marianas College and the Saipan Chamber of Commerce, aiming to continually reach unprivileged children of the community by giving them toys during the holiday season.

TakeCare opened the recently renovated Wellness Center at Baltej Pavilion last October 13, 2021.

The center will be utilized for group classes, workshops and features a full kitchen to aid in programs on nutrition, diet, and disease prevention.

TanHoldings, together with its charitable arm, Tan Siu Lin Foundation were able to raise $20,894 from its “Field of Heroes: We Will Never Forget” event.

Proceeds of the event will be given to the Northern Marianas Humanities Council to continuously support the health and wellness being of all the CNMI community heroes and their families.

Un Dangkulo Na Si Yu’os Ma’ase!