May 1, 2013 APEX LUNCHEON MEETING

Welcome to the Southeast Florida Chapter of the US-China Peoples Friendship Association

The National USCPFA organization is a not for profit California Corporation. We welcome as new members anyone who is interested in our goal of promoting friendship and understanding between the peoples of China and the United States and agree with our Statement of Principles. Membership includes the quarterly US-CHINA REVIEW.

A Copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free (800-435-7352) within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendations by the State. Registration #CH22688.
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USCPFA - SOUTHEAST FLORIDA CHAPTER - (formerly PALM BEACH COUNTY CHAPTER)

USCPFA - SOUTHEAST FLORIDA CHAPTER - (formerly PALM BEACH COUNTY CHAPTER)

Our name was changed at our April 30, 2011 meeting from "Palm Beach County, Florida Chapter" to "Southeast Florida Chapter" because we now have members in several Southeast Florida counties and we wanted to better reflect our membership with a more encompassing name.

We have at least 3 luncheon meetings a year to discuss projects and business activities. Our luncheons usually feature a presentation by various Chinese interests. We sponsor students with scholarships and recently contributed to our chapter member Marylou Brunetta's participation in the World Championship triathlon in Beijing, China being held in September, 2011. For several years we have sponsored a Chinese New Year GALA with performances by very talented local Chinese Artists which is directed by our chapter member, Monica Shang who is also one of the contributing artists.

Friday, May 17, 2013

May 1, 2013 APEX LUNCHEON MEETING

Joan Gates and Marge Ketter were invited to participate in the celebration of Asian Heritage Month on May 1, by member Ping Wang who is president of the Asian Professionals in Energy Exchanges, APEX, a networking group of Asians and others at NextEra Energy, Inc/Florida Power & Light. Ping is employed by NextEra, Joan by FP&L, and became acquainted thru their workplace. Marge was invited to talk about the USCPFA, how and why it was organized and about local activities, as well as her interest in China. In addition the group was welcomed by the NextEra Energy, Inc. VP & CIO, Lakshman Charanjiva, who is the APEX Executive Sponsor. Mr. Bill Brannen, Sr Director of Construction and Project Engineering, for NextEra, discussed the company’s sourcing and procurement in Asia. The meeting was attended by about 25 and was held at company headquarters in Juno Beach.