October 2023 - PeopleAsia

Mary Ann Palad: Sapphire & Gold

The president and CEO of Global Sapphire, Inc. (GSI) enters her golden decade this October as a compassionate leader who readily gives back and shares the limelight with her team — and rewards them handsomely for their loyalty. By Francine Y. Medina Photography by Dix Perez Global Sapphire Inc. (GSI)…

The Philippine STAR is MOPC’s first “Newspaper of the Year”

The Philippine STAR, led by president and CEO Miguel Belmonte, was named as The Manila Overseas Press Club's "Newspaper of the Year," while editor-in-chief Ana Marie Pamintuan was named "Journalist of the Year" during a recent ceremony held at Fairmont Makati. By Jose Paolo dela Cruz / Photos by Ernie…

Dr. Robby Romero: Double Duty

A medical doctor by training who’s also musically inclined and a graduate of European Studies, Dr. Robby Romero didn’t allow his previous accomplishments to stop him from venturing into other fields. As a seasoned medical practitioner and top Pru Life UK financial advisor, he believes that he is best able…

Artist Rachel Ngan Dueñas paints a ‘country of flowers’ for first solo show

Tea sommelier and visual “healing” artist Rachel Ngan Dueñas recently launched her second solo show, titled "Country of Flowers" at Galerya Amalia in LRI Design Plaza, Makati. Rachel Ngan Dueñas' recent solo exhibit, dubbed "Country of Flowers" features her trademark “healing art" that embodies a cathartic release of emotions restoring…

Shang Properties rebrands to mark a new era of luxury living

Shang Properties ushered in a new era of luxury living with the launch of its refreshed brand identity last Oct. 17 at Shangri-La The Fort, Manila in Bonifacio Global City. The renowned developer, which describes itself as a “maestro of exemplary life spaces” unveiled its new logo, branding and upcoming…

Welcome Kenneth Cobonpue into your home with the BPI Luxe Series

Need a refresh for your home? Then check out the BPI Luxe Series which features the impressive works of world-renowned designer Kenneth Cobonpue in his namesake showroom at The Residences in Makati until Oct. 21. (From left) Kenneth Cobonpue’s Showroom director Roselen Ocampo, KennethCobonpue, BPI head of Unsecured Lending and…

Hamilton lead actors grace launching of Smart’s newest Infinity lounge

Smart Infinity is one of the brands that helped bring the ongoing Hamilton musical at The Theater Solaire. It reaffirmed its commitment to world-class excellence in the performing arts, which is becoming a tradition for one the country’s leading telco giants. (From left) Richard Mathew “Shing” Dimagiba VP/head of postpaid…

SM founder leaves behind a treasure trove of inspiring stories

Forward-looking as it is, SM Supermalls, which marks its 65th anniversary this year, is also one company which never forgets to look back, reflect on and draw lessons from the past. A past where company founder, the late Henry Sy Sr., loomed large. Henry Sy Sr. during SM Mall of…

Dolly de Leon: “Dollywood Dreams”

The first Filipino actor to be nominated at the prestigious Golden Globe Awards and British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards (BAFTA) is now setting her sights on La La Land itself, where she is set to blaze a trail alongside some of the film industry’s most respected names.…

SMDC’s “Good Guy” Lee Min-ho is in the Philippines after seven years

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ Lee Min-ho is back in Manila after seven years as SMDC's latest "Good Guy." The bedimpled 36-year-old Korean actor, who serves as the real estate giant's brand ambassador, also opens up about his love for Filipino fans, lechon and supporting causes for children. Lee…