NEGROS ORIENTAL — The story of Subida Souvenirs is one of passion, perseverance, and purpose. Behind the beautifully crafted bamboo mugs, engraved wooden art, and native toys is a deeper narrative of a couple’s love for culture, community, and the Filipino artisan. At the heart of it all are Michael and January Alano, a married continue reading : From Craft to Community: The Heartfelt Rise of Subida Souvenirs in Negros Oriental
From humble beginnings in Lapu-Lapu City, Eco Nuestra Homemade Products has grown into a local food brand with a strong presence in Cebu, Bohol, and parts of Mindanao. Behind its success is Edward C. Odron, a former OFW in South Korea, whose passion for cooking led him to a life-changing entrepreneurial journey. Edward started his continue reading : Eco Nuestra Homemade Products: From Home Kitchen to Market Shelves
BOHOL — Jose Marlou Suyman is not just the founder of a thriving furniture business, Suyman Wood Products in Tayong Occidental, Loay, Bohol, but a pillar of resilience. He mentors his team and acts as strong inspiration to fellow fathers and aspiring entrepreneurs alike. In 2008 with nothing more than ₱15,000 in borrowed capital and continue reading : A Father’s Touch: Carving Dreams into Reality
Siquijor – Twenty years ago, the residents of Barangay Catulayan, Timbaon, and Cangmunag were primarily farmers raising livestock. Their lives changed when their area was identified as a Poverty-Free Zone. Recognizing its suitability for cow farming, the National Dairy Authority proposed the formation of a group that would receive dairy cows, raise them into mother continue reading : Women in action: Nourishing the nation, one drop at a time
In 1999, Madonna Elizaga (photo above) stood in her kitchen in Metro Manila, stirring a vision into existence. As a mother, she wanted only the best for her children—a healthier alternative to artificial juices. What began as a personal endeavor soon transformed into a business with a purpose: providing natural fruit juice concentrates that nourish continue reading : From Kitchen Dreams to Global Triumph: The Journey of a Woman Entrepreneur
What happens when a world-class pastry chef returns home to chase a dream? For Grace C. Aquino (photo below), it meant transforming a lifelong passion into a thriving chocolate business that is now making waves in Cebu. Ms. Grace C. Aquino, a Filipina chocolatier and former owner of a pastry shop in California, made the continue reading : Gracefully Crafting Success: The Journey of Dahlia Chocolates
BOHOL – Nestled in the lush, green landscapes of Calape, Bohol, ATBANG Farm Food Forest stands as a living testament to the power of women in sustainable and ethical farming and entrepreneurship. Grounded in permaculture principles, the farm has carved out a unique space in the Philippine cacao industry, known for its high-quality tablea and continue reading : ATBANG Farm: Empowering Sustainability, Excellence, and Womenpreneurship
Yvonne Dale Buenconsejo, a 35 year-old devoted mother of three from the emerging town of Dalaguete, Cebu, cherishes the tranquil mornings spent savoring a cup of coffee with her husband. Their ritual of sharing this precious time at 5 a.m., dubbed “babe time,” became a cherished relationship goal. One particular morning, as they relished their continue reading : Rise and Brew: The Magic of 5AM Coffee to a Successful 5AM CAFE