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Sep 30, 2020 · Who are the successful entrepreneurs in the Philippines? The list may be a lot longer if you ask who are all the successful or famous Filipino entrepreneurs in the country. But these ten names will always claim top spots.
- Henry Sy, Shoe Mart. SM is more than just a shopping mall. It is a beloved institution. Many of my favorite memories happened in SM. From shopping, watching blockbuster movies, date night, ice skating to food tripping, SM has it all.
- Tony Tan Caktiong, Jollibee. If you thought you only loved The Champ and Chicken Joy, then be prepared to be inspired by the man behind the franchise.
- John Gokongwei Jr., JG Holdings. John’s life story is a “rich-to-rags-to riches” story. John Jr. was born in China to the scion of one of the wealthiest families in Cebu.
- Socorro C. Ramos, National Bookstore. The next time you buy your batch of new school supplies and textbooks, do not forget to thank Ms. Socorro C. Ramos!
- Henry Sy (Shoe Mart) Shoe Mart, or SM for short, is one of the country’s retail behemoths, and far more than just a mall. It is now a well-loved institution of which many Filipino families hold fond memories.
- Tony Tan Caktiong (Jollibee Foods) The cheerful tagline “langhap sarap” – a Jollibee trademark – is well-known among Filipinos. Tony Tan Caktiong, another Chinese immigrant, is the brains behind this popular food chain.
- Socorro Ramos (National Book Store) Socorro Ramos began her career in publishing and retail as a salesgirl in a bookshop. With a capital of PHP200, she and her husband launched National Book Store in Escolta at the age of 19, selling books and school supplies to children.
- John Gokongwei Jr. (J.G. Holdings) Born in China, John Gokongwei Jr. was the heir to one of Cebu’s wealthiest families. When his father died, however, the family fortune evaporated and he had to support his family by peddling goods from his bicycle in the streets of Cebu.
Mar 10, 2022 · The startup industry’s success is the story of the Filipino entrepreneur—one of grit and determination. Every new round of funding and every closed deal are a contribution to the greater startup economy as Filipino founders and entrepreneurs prove that their ideas and businesses are worthy of recognition.
- Esquire Philippines
The Philippines, (or Filipinas), is undergoing an economic transformation that is slowly changing its image abroad, whereby now even Filipino companies are increasingly exporting goods and...
Understand the entrepreneurial landscape in Philippines through key indicators and reports.
Understanding its current state in the country is vitally important for policymakers, investors, and aspiring entrepreneurs alike; this article offers an overview of this dynamic entrepreneurial scene in the Philippines by discussing factors that foster its development, its contribution to economic growth, government support for entrepreneurs ...
