Dr. Noemi Frias Knighted by the Royal Maharlika at the WCH Royal Summit Las Vegas 2024

 

The Royal House of Luzon Tagalog, also known as the Royal Maharlika, and We Care for Humanity (WCH) were pleased to announce Dr. NOEMI FRIAS, President and CEO of Capstone House LLC, as one of the honorees for the Woman of the Year award. The prestigious award ceremony took place during the WCH Royal Summit at the Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas on August 14, 2024.

Noemi Frias, born on September 24, 1960, in Canada, is a multifaceted leader known for her significant contributions to education, community service, and business development.

Queen Maria Amor Leonor Torres Mastura, the founder of WCH and Chairperson of the summit, extended her congratulations, stating, "We were delighted to honor Noemi Frias for her extraordinary leadership and contributions to education, community service, and business development. Her efforts in promoting STEM education and supporting disadvantaged communities have made a lasting impact, and we were proud to celebrate her achievements at the WCH Royal Summit.'' 

Noemi's humanitarian work is extensive and impactful. As an Adviser and Founder of Alpha Active Knights (AAK) in Houston, TX, since 2009, she has led efforts to plant and maintain trees, clean parks, and assist international communities through various outreach programs. This initiative was recognized by the City of Houston, which proclaimed July 9 as AAK Day in 2012. Additionally, as the President and Co-founder of the Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston (FACCGH), Noemi has promoted entrepreneurship and facilitated local and international business opportunities, earning January 19 as FACCGH Day in Houston. Through her role as Adviser and Founder of AECHS STEM Academy, she has provided education to at-risk, minority, economically-disadvantaged, first-generation college-bound students, enabling them to earn a high school diploma and an Associate degree before pursuing a four-year college course.

Her contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the US Congressional Plaque of Appreciation for her work in STEM education for underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students, awarded in Washington, DC, in May 2015, and the Texas Senate Award for Outstanding Contributions to STEM Education, received in Austin, TX, in May 2017.

Noemi's biggest dream is to establish a trade school for the poorest of the poor, providing free education and training to the youth, helping them secure jobs, and becoming productive and proactive members of society. Her motto, "Everybody deserves a seat at the table of plenty," reflects her commitment to inclusivity and empowerment.

Born and raised in the Philippines, Noemi migrated to the US in 2002. She has continued her work as an educator, science researcher, grant writer, STEM specialist, business consultant, and entrepreneur. She provides leadership not only in STEM education but also in the development and management of Chamber of Commerce programs and initiatives, serving as Chamber President and National Secretary of the Federation of Philippine American Chambers of Commerce. Noemi’s dedication to community service, education, and business development underscores her life's work and her enduring impact on society.