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May 13, 2025\u00a0<\/strong>– El Paso County Executive Director of Community Resources Vernon Stewart was named Professional of the Year by the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Southern Colorado (PACCSoCo) at its annual gala on May 10, 2025, at the Great Wolf Lodge in Colorado Springs.<\/p>\n

Stewart was recognized for his leadership in the newly established Department of Community Resources, community involvement, and role in improving access to programs and services across the region. The award honors his commitment to excellence, responsiveness to community needs, and contributions toward elevating the Filipino community through professional service.<\/p>\n

Born in the Philippines to a Filipina mother and a U.S. Navy father, Stewart brings a community-first mindset to his work. He reflects the values at the heart of the El Paso County Strategic Plan: service-focused, accountable, transparent, collaborative, and trustworthy.<\/p>\n

\u201cVernon exemplifies what it means to lead with purpose and integrity,\u201d said Harmony Quinto, president of the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Southern Colorado, Inc. \u201cHis work in the public sector has made a measurable impact, and his story reflects the strength and resilience of the Filipino-American community. We\u2019re proud to recognize his outstanding service and leadership.\u201d<\/p>\n

El Paso County is honored to have leaders like Vernon Stewart representing our vision, mission, and core values, supporting and enhancing the quality of life for our residents.<\/p>\n

To learn more about the El Paso County Strategic Plan, visit\u00a0www.elpasoco.com\/strategic-plan<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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