Our History

FilAm CreatorCon was founded in 2019 by Aaron Nabus (host of the Hall H Show podcast), after a chance meeting at San Diego Comic-Con 2019 between comic book creator, Scott Lost, community organizer and educator, Kirin Amiling Macapugay, where we pondered, “Wouldn’t it be awesome if there was a convention that showcased Filipino American creators?”

With some assistance from Matt Dunford (Chairman of San Diego Comic Fest and friend to nerds and geeks everywhere), a connection was made with Susan Vega, a librarian at the Chula Vista Library – South, a few months after SDCC 2019.

After an initial meeting between Aaron, Scott, Susan and Vince Alvendia (illustrator and comic book artist) to see if the library could be a viable venue for our inaugural event, it was all systems go!

And…then the pandemic hit.

After a couple of years and continued interest from the public, we have started to get organized and are aiming for a September 2024 event (finalized date and venue in San Diego, CA still to be determined).

Our planning committee has grown! We will be working hard to bring you a vibrant event with interesting guests and fun and educational panels to help give you a unique experience.

So, please stay tuned for updates about our inaugural September 2024 #FilAmCreatorCon event!

FACC 2024 Planning Committee:

Aaron Nabus
Alex Benedicto
Alicia Ricafrente
Kirin Amiling Macapugay
Oliver Bayona
Vince Alvendia
Scott Lost
Susan Vega
Chelle Esteban
Francis Bautista
Arthur Ebuen