Ethel G. Rubio, Assoc. AIA, ENV SP

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With over 30 years of progressive experience in various sectors, I am a visionary and…

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Experience & Education

  • Filipino American Society of Architects and Engineers of Southern California (FASAE-SoCal)

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Licenses & Certifications

Volunteer Experience

  • Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure Graphic

    Sustain or Explain (SOE) Task Force Member

    Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure

    - Present 4 years 2 months

    Environment

  • President

    University of the Philippines Alumni Association Greater Los Angeles (UPAAGLA)

    - 2 years

    Education

    www.upaagla.org

  • Chair, Reunions and Fellowship Committee

    UP Alumni Association in America, Inc.

    - Present 4 years 7 months

    Education

  • President Elect

    University of the Philippines Alumni Association Greater Los Angeles (UPAAGLA)

    - 2 years 3 months

    Education

    UPAAGLA’s principal MISSION is to link, build, network, and sustain lifelong relationships amongst alumni from various UP schools, particularly those residing in the Greater Los Angeles.

    UPAAGLA offers assistance to UP and supports funding for scholarships, professiorial chairs, and endowment.

    The VISION of UPAAGLA is to enlighten UP Alumni in the Greater Los Angeles area and elsewhere to share their current resources, talents, and efforts with their Alma Mater, cognizant that…

    UPAAGLA’s principal MISSION is to link, build, network, and sustain lifelong relationships amongst alumni from various UP schools, particularly those residing in the Greater Los Angeles.

    UPAAGLA offers assistance to UP and supports funding for scholarships, professiorial chairs, and endowment.

    The VISION of UPAAGLA is to enlighten UP Alumni in the Greater Los Angeles area and elsewhere to share their current resources, talents, and efforts with their Alma Mater, cognizant that with the gifts they receive come the responsibility to give back and support the University at large.

  • ASIAN AMERICAN ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS FOUNDATION INC Graphic

    Board Member

    ASIAN AMERICAN ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS FOUNDATION INC

    - 2 years

    Education

    The AAa/e Foundation is committed to empowering engineers/architects/construction students and professionals in personal and professional growth, excellence and leadership by providing career development, networking, and scholarship opportunities and a vehicle for community outreach to the built environment.

    https://aaaesc.org/foundation_board

  • Member, Board of Directors

    Association for Women in Architecture Foundation

    - 1 year 1 month

    Education

    AWA Foundation raises funds to award scholarships to deserving women pursuing education in architecture and related design fields. Additionally this year, the Foundation established the Professional Development Fellowship to support and encourage the advancement of women in the profession.

    My role is to advise, assist and execute the successful fundraising efforts.along with other Members of the AWA Foundation Board of Directors.

  • University of Southern California Graphic

    Alumni Volunteer Leadership Conference Planning Committee Member

    University of Southern California

    - 7 months

    Education

    Thrilled and honored to be invited to plan this year's Alumni Leadership Conference, which will take place on September 29, 2016 at USC.

    Looking forward to be part of the Volunteer Recognition Awards selection.

    Inspire. Network. Connect

  • University of Southern California Graphic

    Co-Chair, USC Class of 1995 20th Class Reunion Committee

    University of Southern California

    - 1 year 2 months

    Education

    Co-Chair the Reunion Committee in maximizing participation and engagement of the USC Class of 1995 Alumni in celebrating our 20th Class Reunion to be held on November 6 and November 7, 2015.

    Reconnect. Rediscover. Reunite.

    Fight On!

    Register today! http://reunions.usc.edu/registration/

  • Board Member

    University of the Philippines Alumni Association Greater Los Angeles (UPAAGLA)

    - 1 year 11 months

    Education

  • Ecocity World Summit 2019 Graphic

    Ambassador

    Ecocity World Summit 2019

    - 1 month

    Environment

    Promote Ecocity World Summit 2019 to be held in Vancouver, B.C., Canada from October 7-11, 2019.

    http://ecocity2019.com/registration/

  • UP Alumni Association in America, Inc. Graphic

    Chair, Grand Reunion and Convention (GRC) 2021

    UP Alumni Association in America, Inc.

    - 1 year 7 months

    Education

    Lead the first-ever global virtual reunion for the University of the Philippines alumni.

Projects

  • 2021 UPAA of America Grand Reunion & Convention

    -

    First of its kind, we held a virtual reunion, globally, at the height of pandemic in October 2021. We had over 300 registered attendees from around the globe participate in this virtual gathering of the University of the Philippines alumni.

    We worked with VFairs to make this as immersive and as interactive as can be made possible.

    Other creators

  • Hollywood Premiere- 1st Semester

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    Event co-chair for a film screening of an internationally acclaimed Filipino independent film
    -Secure Fiscal Sponsor (UPAAGLA)
    -Secure venue
    -Set-up event registration
    -Coordinate logistics
    -Solicit sponsorships
    -Promote event and generate attendees
    -Engage community

    www.facebook.com/1stSem

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  • RICS Summit of the Americas 2015

    -

    Responsible for Volunteer Recruitment prior to the Summit and Volunteer Management during the Summit. Worked with LA Summit Host Committee to create unique local experience for the delegates including planning for Downtown LA bus and walking tours. Coordinated Welcome Reception with CBRE host.

    Other creators
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  • RICS Development Series Los Angeles 2014: Wilshire Grand Center

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    High-level project team members presented on their roles on the planning, development and construction of the Wilshire Grand Center in downtown Los Angeles which will open in early 2017.

    Other creators
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  • RICS Development Series 2014- Chicago

    -

    Organized and coordinated the first Development Series event in the US with the RICS Midwest Chapter Board Planning Committee showcasing 155 North Wacker Drive in Chicago. The event was held at the Northwestern School of Law on May 21, 2014.

    Other creators
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  • CIQS + RICS BC Chapter First Construction and Project Management Seminar on Fast Track Design-- Aligning Expectations

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    Organized and coordinated the first collaborative seminar with CIQS on construction and project management. The event was held at the Simon Fraser University Segal Building in Vancouver, BC.

    Other creators

  • 2015 Christ the King School International Festival

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    Chaired the 2-day annual fundraising Festival for the Catholic middle school.

    Other creators
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  • Christ the King School Alumni Outreach Campaign

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    Recently launched the Alumni Outreach Campaign. We are in the process of creating a database of all CKS Alumni since the 1960's.

  • 2013 Christ the King International Festival

    -

    See project

Honors & Awards

  • UPAA Distinguished Service Award for an Alumnus or Alumna

    University of the Philippines Alumni Association

    The UPAA Distinguished Service Award for an Alumna is a global recognition of alumni given to an alumnus or alumna who has rendered exceptional service in the pursuit of the goals of the University and/or the Association.

  • Eventeer Awards 2022 Best Use of Gamification

    vFairs

    Presented to the University of the Philippines Alumni Association in America for their Best Use of Gamification at their first virtual Grand Reunion and Convention held in October 2021. Ethel Rubio, the GRC 2021 Chair, accepted the award on behalf of the GRC 2021 Committee. The event was co-hosted by UPAA of Nevada.

  • INM Award of Recognition

    International News Media

    An international award given:

    For her intelligence, powerful vision, remarkable leadership skills, admirable strength of character, and excellent use of her God-given gifts and talents to passionately serve her community, country, and the world making her an INSPIRING ROLE MODEL worthy of emulation.

Languages

  • English

    Full professional proficiency

  • Tagalog

    Native or bilingual proficiency

Organizations

  • CMAA

    Member, CM Practitioner

    - Present

    The Construction Management Association of America is an industry association dedicated to the practice of professional construction management. CMAA represents more than 16,000 members including federal/state/local government and private sector owners, construction consultants, technology suppliers, academia, and legal organizations all with a common goal: to improve our nation's infrastructure.

  • Asian American Architects/Engineers

    Member

    - Present

    The Asian American Architects and Engineers Association (AAa/e) is committed to providing a platform for empowering professionals working in the built environment in personal and professional growth, business development and networking, and leadership in our community.

  • USC Architectural Guild

    Life Member

    - Present

  • American Institute of Architects Los Angeles Chapter

    Associates President, Intern Development Program Committee Chair, LA Architect Editorial Board Secretary

    - Present

  • WTS International

    Member

    -

  • American Planning Association California Chapter

    Member

    -

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