Meet the 2026 Board of Directors
Jordan Abanto
Chairman/Immediate Past President
Jordan Abanto earned his Master's of Education in Educational Administration (Higher Education) and Bachelor's of Business Administration in Human Resource Management and Accounting from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. He is currently working at UHM as an Academic Advisor.
He joined the Filipino Jaycees to be part of a community interested in learning and sharing Filipino culture. After serving as the President last year, he’s excited to help the Chapter grow while supporting Lei in her 2026 vision.
Fun fact about Jordan, he and his family owns 3 dogs - a chihuahua mix, a pomeranian shih tzu mix, and a chow chow.
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Florelei Lopez
President
Florelei “Lei” Lopez is a proud second-generation Filipino American, born and raised in Kalihi, Hawai‘i. As Vice President, Branch Support Manager at Central Pacific Bank, Lei is dedicated to enhancing service quality, optimizing staffing effectiveness, and improving branch delivery systems. In 2025, Lei was recognized as one of Pacific Business News 40 Under 40 honorees. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a focus in Management from the University of Hawai‘i – West O‘ahu.
Lei joined the Filipino Jaycees to deepen her connection to her heritage, expand her professional network, and contribute to meaningful initiatives. When she’s not working or giving back, you can find her traveling, discovering new coffee and matcha spots, or getting lost in a good book.
Alexander
Paul Acorda
Alexander Paul Acorda was born in the Philippines and first came to Hawaiʻi at the age of nine. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Hawaiʻi–West Oʻahu in 2017 and has nearly nine years of experience in the local insurance industry. He currently works as a Personal Lines Underwriter at Island Insurance.
Driven by a desire to connect with fellow young professionals, stay rooted in his Filipino heritage, and give back to the community, Alex joined the Filipino Jaycees. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, checking out new milk tea spots, attending and volunteering at Hawaiʻi’s many cultural festivals, and keeping up with his love for anime and manga.
Executive Vice President
Rovie Jay
Dacumos
Secretary
Rovie Jay Dacumos graduated from the University of Hawaiʻi at Manoa in 2021 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and a Bachelor of Arts in Filipino Language and Literature. He currently works as a graphic designer for Marine Corps Community Services, creating materials that support and promote programs at Marine Corps Base Hawaii.
Rovie joined the Filipino Jaycees of Honolulu during COVID restrictions to find a community that shares his love for Filipino culture. He also wanted to step out of his comfort zone and grow his professional skills. Since joining, he has helped plan signature events such as Flores de Mayo, Filipino Fiesta, Kamayan Feast, and the Filipino Cultural Summit.
Outside of work and community projects, Rovie enjoys Philippine folk dance, art, and video games.
Brandon Mendoza
Community Development Vice President
Brandon Mendoza is a proud Filipino-American who grew up in Waipahu, HI. He earned his Bachelor’s of Sciences in Informatics with a concentration in Data Science and a Statistics minor from the University of Washington, Seattle, and currently works as a Data Analyst at Hawaiʻi Meals on Wheels, where he analyzes program and fundraising data to support grant-writing, storytelling, and operations.
Brandon is passionate about community building, social service, and creating spaces where young professionals can connect with purpose while staying rooted in Filipino culture. At the University of Washington, he served as the President of the Filipino American Student Association, where he helped lead student programming and strengthen the campus’s Filipino community.
Outside of work and volunteering, Brandon enjoys hiking and being outdoors, experimenting with coffee roasting and brewing, playing the clarinet in a community orchestra, and fermenting foods!
Tony Mejia
Individual
Development Vice President
Tony Mejia graduated from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and currently works as an Associate Consultant in project management at Pacxa, a local IT provider.
Tony joined the Filipino Jaycees of Honolulu in 2022, looking for a way to connect with the local Filipino community and give back. Drawn to the organization’s mission of preserving Filipino heritage while developing young professionals, he quickly found a space where he could grow alongside others who shared the same values. In 2023, he had the honor of serving as the organization’s 50th President. Since joining, he has contributed to various events and initiatives throughout the year, supporting programs that foster leadership, culture, and community engagement.
Outside of work and community involvement, Tony enjoys filming and editing videos, surfing, and playing video games.