CHERYL ABAÑA-EMMER

DBA Music (Owner/Operator) & The Spotted Cat Music

FAMILY ORIGIN | BAUANG, LAUNION

EDUCATION | BACHELOR IN SCIENCE-PSYCHOLOGY
MASTER IN HEALTH SCIENCE-REHABILITATION COUNSELING
MASTER IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER
(LSUHSC) LSU-SHREVEPORT

AWARDS + ACCOLADES | DEAN'S LIST (UNO), DEAN'S AWARD (LSUHSC) . DEAN’S AWARD | ALPHA ETA HONOR SOCIETY | CHI SIGMA IOTA – RHO CHI PRESIDENT, BEST MANAGER/OWNER OF MUSIC CLUB (OFFBEAT-2018)

The climate in New Orleans is one of the closest you’ll find to the Philippines, which makes it feel a little like home. Along with the city’s rich cultural traditions and love of food, music, and hospitality, it’s easy for Filipino culture to flourish here. I’ve watched our Filipino community grow over the years, and what stands out most is how New Orleans has embraced us. Here, our culture isn’t just accepted—it's appreciated, celebrated, and woven into the city’s rich cultural tapestry.

WE ARE HONORED to be the custodians of such a revered establishment. Our goal is to uphold the traditions that make D.B.A. special while infusing new energy and creativity to elevate the overall experience for our valued