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Paul Mirador exemplifies the delicate balance between compassionate philanthropy and serious entrepreneurship. As the Founder of The Filipino Shopping Network, Paul created a platform for Philippine-based and Filipino-owned businesses to showcase their quality products, akin to QVC's online and TV shopping network. He launched this initiative in 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, providing a lifeline for retailers forced to shut their storefronts.
In 2023, Paul established the TAYO Foundation, a nonprofit organization addressing disparities in essential services among marginalized and underserved Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. TAYO, inspired by the Tagalog word meaning "us," reflects Paul's dedication to community empowerment. He currently serves as the Executive Director and Founder. **Executive Skills: Public Speaking and Facilitation** Paul is a frequent guest speaker at various summits and workshops, demonstrating expertise and practical application in multiple fields, making him an engaging and effective speaker. **Topics:** - **Marketing and Networking Effectively:** As the Director of Sales and Marketing for Management Systems Development, Paul grew the company from a monthly profit of $10k to $275k. - **Self-Defense Techniques:** Paul has trained U.S. law enforcement and military agencies in Close Quarter Battle and Compliance, Escalation/De-escalation of Lethal Force, under the guidance of Clifford Stewart, founder of the "Within Arms Reach" executive protection program. |
- **Technology:**
Paul has tutored numerous students in PowerPoint, Word, Graphics, and Web Design. He now runs a design and printing business, offering marketing and promotional materials.
**Philanthropic Work:**
Paul is deeply committed to supporting the geriatric and developmentally disabled sectors, providing care and companionship whenever possible.
**Arts and Culture:**
In recent years, Paul has developed an interest in the arts, both in front of and behind the camera. His manager, Thelma Sugay, encouraged him to join Casting Networks, leading to a featured role in the indie short film "Chef," currently circulating in film festivals. Paul was previously the President of the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Hollywood and the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Pasadena. He also serves on the Advisory Board for the Asian American Press Club of the U.S. Paul remains a sought-after professional event photographer and videographer, with clients including the Suzanne De Laurentis Foundation and the Historic Filipinotown Festivals.
**The Filipino Shopping Network:**
This network promotes products made in the Philippines and by Filipinos across the U.S., marketing them in the United States.
**Past and Current Role:**
- President Emeritus of the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Hollywood (2019-2020)
- President Emeritus of the Filipino Chamber of Commerce Greater Pasadena (2023)
- Executive Producer and Director of the Filipino Home Shopping Network and Chatterbox with Jules Graeser.
- President, CEO, Founder and Executive Director of Tayo Legacy Foundation.
Paul has tutored numerous students in PowerPoint, Word, Graphics, and Web Design. He now runs a design and printing business, offering marketing and promotional materials.
**Philanthropic Work:**
Paul is deeply committed to supporting the geriatric and developmentally disabled sectors, providing care and companionship whenever possible.
**Arts and Culture:**
In recent years, Paul has developed an interest in the arts, both in front of and behind the camera. His manager, Thelma Sugay, encouraged him to join Casting Networks, leading to a featured role in the indie short film "Chef," currently circulating in film festivals. Paul was previously the President of the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Hollywood and the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Pasadena. He also serves on the Advisory Board for the Asian American Press Club of the U.S. Paul remains a sought-after professional event photographer and videographer, with clients including the Suzanne De Laurentis Foundation and the Historic Filipinotown Festivals.
**The Filipino Shopping Network:**
This network promotes products made in the Philippines and by Filipinos across the U.S., marketing them in the United States.
**Past and Current Role:**
- President Emeritus of the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Hollywood (2019-2020)
- President Emeritus of the Filipino Chamber of Commerce Greater Pasadena (2023)
- Executive Producer and Director of the Filipino Home Shopping Network and Chatterbox with Jules Graeser.
- President, CEO, Founder and Executive Director of Tayo Legacy Foundation.
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