Men Who Matter Archives - Page 2 of 3

Rep. Christopher de Venecia: The future belongs to the creatives

Having been exposed to various aspects of the performing arts at a young age, he has channeled his experience as a writer, theater director, producer and even former actor in crafting groundbreaking laws, foremost of which is the Philippine Creative Industries Development Act, to advance its many causes. By FRANCINE…

Jojie Dingcong: Starry, starry life

Some people dream of meeting stars. Others dream of being stars. Jojie Dingcong makes both dreams come true, having spent the past few decades making stars out of people and bringing them closer to their adoring fans. By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ Who am I? This is a question…

Joey Alvero: “Fried” & Tested

The chief operating officer of one of the country’s leading food franchise businesses continues to push the envelope in a bid to attract more investors, create jobs and prove that when it comes to food and business, Filipinos are, indeed, no small fry. By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ In…

Dingdong Dantes: For real this time

He’s one of local showbiz’s most sought-after actors, enjoying both critical and box-office success. But to Dingdong, his dual role as father and husband will always trump any role he’s played for reel. As long as what he does matters to his wife and children, everything else will follow. By…

Dr. Jose “Brix” Pujalte Jr.: Bone-afide public servant

In the course of his decades-long career, this orthopedic surgeon has not just mended many a broken bone and rehabilitated countless patients. As medical center chief of the Philippine Orthopedic Center (POC), he, too, has grown the country’s premier orthopedics and rehabilitation specialty hospital by investing in new technologies, building…

Chef Josh Boutwood: Unboxing great flavors

For someone with a multi-cultural upbringing, the Bistro Group’s corporate executive chef is not boxed in by it. Instead, as a prime mover of produce-driven dishes, he puts more emphasis on using the right ingredients and finding the best ways to cook them and bring out their flavors. By ALEX…

Fred Hui: The ‘serial’ entrepreneur

With a growing portfolio that now includes businesses in technology, food, advertising, sports and hospitality, it’s no wonder that Nexgen Asia CEO Fred Hui has been dubbed by many as a “serial entrepreneur.” By GRACE C. DIEZ While most businessmen tend to employ a more specialized and focused approach to…

Atty. Michael Toledo: A man of his word

As director of government and public affairs of the Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC), head of the MVP Group media bureau and chief operating officer of the Silangan Mindanao Mining Company Inc. — among many other things — former presidential spokesperson and Philippine STAR columnist Atty. Michael Toledo definitely wears…

Chris Yu: Of subtlety & legacies

Much like the iconic Swedish car brand that his family introduced to the Philippines in the mid ’90s, fourth generation businessman and executive Chris Yu embodies quiet confidence; secure in the fact that the quality of vehicles they carry, as well as the services they offer, speak for themselves —…

Sandeep Uppal: The global finance nomad

Armed with a global perspective and deep understanding of how the bank’s network opens up a world of opportunities to its customers, Sandeep Uppal brings HSBC Philippines to greater heights — and its customers to a whole new world of opportunities. By JOYCE REYES-AGUILA Photography by JAR CONCENGCO HSBC Philippines…