The Grand Slam journey brought together brothers united by one mission: carrying the Clark 2026 vision to the world. Joining the Antigua to Abidjan leg of the campaign alongside Project Chairman Myles Tan were Director Gio Valencia and NC Keon Kester Chan, who formed part of the delegation that helped promote Clark 2026 on the international stage. The campaign also built upon the efforts of Sen. Jerik Jacoba, a true Grand Slammer, who represented the chapter during the first leg in Malaga, Spain. Across different continents and stages, each delegate carried the same purpose: to champion the Philippines, strengthen global connections, and bring the dream of Clark 2026 closer to the world.
For many people, travel is about destinations, experiences, and memories. For Project Chairman Myles Tan, the Grand Slam campaign was something far greater. It was not about the countries visited or the miles traveled. It was about carrying a dream.
When President LA first asked him to take on the role, Chair Myles immediately said yes. He believed in the vision and understood that Clark 2026 was bigger than any one person, chapter, or trip.
“It was a chance to serve JCI Manila, represent the Philippines, and help carry a dream that deserved to be seen by the world,” he shared.
Joining the mission alongside him were Dir. Gio Valencia and NC Keon Kester Chan, who were also part of the delegation that helped bring the Clark 2026 vision to the international stage.
What started as an international tour quickly became a mission. The goal was never simply to travel. It was to build relationships, create opportunities, and introduce the world to the vision of World Congress 2026 in Clark, Philippines.
As Chair Myles put it, “Hindi lang kami nag-travel para magbakasyon; nag-travel kami kasi the world needed to see our vision.”
Every stop became an opportunity to turn strangers into supporters and supporters into believers.
The moment he realized this was no longer just a trip came twice. The first was during planning, when the scale of the work, logistics, and responsibility became clear. Representing the Philippines on the world stage carried a weight far beyond ordinary project work.
The second happened overseas.
Seeing delegates smile, cheer, and take photos with the Grand Slam belt made every sacrifice worth it. More importantly, he witnessed international delegates become excited about Clark 2026.
“At that moment, we were no longer moving from country to country,” Chair Myles recalled. “We were moving hearts toward the Philippines.”
The delegation carried one clear message: Clark 2026 would not simply be another World Congress. It would be a Filipino experience the world would remember.
They wanted people to experience Filipino warmth, excellence, energy, and hospitality. Clark 2026 was not only an invitation to attend an event. It was an invitation to experience the best of the Philippines.
Chair Myles believes the delegation stood out because of its unity and authenticity. The team showed confidence while staying true to Filipino hospitality. Pres. LA’s speeches in Spanish and French further demonstrated their commitment to connecting with the world.
Inside the team, he wanted one culture above all else: brotherhood.
Seryoso sa mission at masaya kasama.
He described this batch as special because they did not simply join the journey. They embraced the mission. Despite challenges and uncertainty, they invested their time, energy, and resources because they believed Clark 2026 was worth fighting for.
Some of Chair Myles’ proudest moments came from seeing delegates independently engage other chapters, hand out calling cards, and proudly promote Clark 2026.
Behind the photos and celebrations, however, were sleepless nights, pressure, coordination, and quiet sacrifices.
“Ako na muna bahala sa stress, basta sila ma-enjoy nila yung moment,” Chair Myles reflected.
For him, leadership meant carrying the burden so others could experience the joy.
The journey also reinforced an important lesson. Leaders do not simply guide people toward destinations. They guide people through challenges. Real leadership appears when things go wrong and people still look to you for calm.
Among all the stops, Antigua left the deepest emotional impact on him. Swimming with stingrays became a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Yet the most unforgettable moment happened when delegates from different countries danced together to “I Gotta Feeling” by Black Eyed Peas while celebrating Clark 2026.
In that moment, the dream no longer belonged only to JCI Manila.
The world had begun to believe in it too.
Looking back, Chair Myles hopes the Grand Slam campaign leaves a legacy of courage, unity, and world-class Filipino leadership.
He believes every generation stands on the shoulders of those who came before. Past leaders built the foundation so future leaders could dream even bigger.
“May pinanggalingan, kaya may patutunguhan.”
Years from now, Tan hopes people remember that this was never just a tour.
It was a movement of brothers carrying one dream together.
They carried Clark 2026 to the world.
In the end, the mission carried them too.
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