Fiesta Saipan Family Fun Day

Posted on July 19, 2013January 24, 2014 by Corporate Affairs

Fiesta Resort and Spa Saipan employees took a day off as they celebrated Fiesta’s first ever Family Fun Day last July 7 at the resort’s beach front.

Alongside their families, the resort employees were treated to a day of fun activities, games, special presentations, surprise prizes and delectable dishes. Kids and adults got to enjoy the resort’s swimming pools and other facilities.

Resident Manager Abner Acosta designed the event as a token for the employees’ dedication, loyalty and hard work they convey in the Resort. And due to the success and camaraderie fostered by the event, Acosta plans to make Fiesta Family Fun Day an annual event.

George Chiu speaks at China Tourism Symposium

Posted on June 3, 2013January 24, 2014 by Corporate Affairs

Tan Holdings Executive Vice President George Chiu joined experts from the tourism industry on a panel at the China Outbound Travel Market Symposium to discuss the challenges Guam faces as they attract the vast Chinese tourist market.

The afternoon panel engaged its audience on how culture and infrastructure are important factors in the growing tourism market. Chiu discussed what he deems important: to provide the Chinese tourists an authentic cultural experience and to have the infrastructure to accommodate the growing number of visitors.

The China Outbound Travel Market Symposium was held last May 22 at the Hyatt Regency Guam.

Relay for Life 2013

Posted on June 3, 2013December 20, 2013 by Corporate Affairs

Team members from Tan Holdings and its Strategic Business Units; CTSI Logistics Guam, Fiesta Resort Guam, Century Plaza, Blue Bay Petroleum, Cosmos Distributing, Tango Theaters, D&Q, and Asia Pacific Airlines, raised their banners as they help to fight Cancer in Relay for Life 2013, held last May 24 at Mangilao, Guam.

The annual event aims to raise funds for the American Cancer Society for research and treatment of the disease. The 12-hour event also pays tribute to cancer survivors as well as giving honor to those who lost their battles.

Relay for Life 2013 raised half a million dollars; thanks to the support and efforts of the 78 teams and 594 individuals who participated.

SOPHIA Walk 2013

Posted on May 20, 2013January 24, 2014 by Corporate Affairs

The Marianas Walking Association teamed up with Fiesta Resort & Spa Saipan to host the annual SOPHIA Walk last May 18.

The event drew more than a hundred participants with the youngest and oldest walkers receiving recognition for their involvement. The oldest female walker, Jo Izumi, served as the spokeswoman for the Japanese visitors and delivered the opening remarks of the event. Izumi is 92 years old.

Named after the former First Lady of the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Island (CNMI), SOPHIA stands for Saipan Outdoor Physical Health Invigorating Adventure.

TSL Foundation is sponsor at the 32nd Annual Flame Tree Arts Festival

Posted on April 22, 2013December 20, 2013 by Corporate Affairs

Tan Siu Lin Foundation executives have their photo taken with the 32nd Annual Flame Tree Arts Festival Committee members after presenting their donation of $3,000 in free hotel stays to accommodate off-island delegates from Kiribati, Chuuk, and Guam. (photo courtesy of Saipan Tribune)

The Tan Siu Lin Foundation has joined the 32nd Annual Flame Tree Arts Festival as a sponsor by donating $3,000 worth of free hotel accommodations to delegates from Kiribati, Chuuk, and Guam.

Tan Holdings Corporate Consultant David Sablan and Tan Siu Lin Foundation Manager Maggie Sablan shared that the foundation is honored to partner with the council and the festival organizers for the hospitality demonstrated to the delegates. David Sablan added that the foundation was very happy to be part of the festivity and understands its significance not only the people of Saipan but to the enhancement of the island’s tourism.

Festival Coordinator Parker Yobei said the the Tan Siu Lin Foundation has always been a proud supporter of the festival. He added his acknowledgement to the foundation’s efforts to promote, preserve, and perpetuate the cultural heritage of the Northern Marianas and the Commonwealth region.

The 32nd Annual Flame Tree Arts Festival occurred last April 19 to 21 at the Susupe, Saipan.

Tan Holdings holds annual JP Walk

Posted on March 1, 2013December 20, 2013 by Corporate Affairs

300 participants remembered and celebrated the memories of John “JP” Pangelinan, former Tan Holdings executive and Saipan Tribune publisher, last February 23 at the 5^th JP Walk hosted by Tan Holdings.

Family, friends, former colleagues, co-workers and other community members gathered across the JP Center along Beach Road as early as 5 a.m. to begin the three-mile walkathon. The event served as both a tribute and a fundraiser that raised more than $2,000.

John Pangelinan died at the age of 70 after his long battle with lung cancer. Since his death, Tan Holdings has hosted the JP Walk in his honor.