Kaginhawaan

Mariano Que, the visionary and business leader who founded Mercury Drug, the Philippines' largest drugstore chain in the Philippines. He was not born rich like other successful entreprenuers. Que came from humble beginnings. Believe it or not, Mariano Que started Mercury Drug with just P100. As we can all learm from Mariano's story, great things can indeed come from small beginnings. “GOD ALONE can satisfy us. God can bring us real happiness.”

Marian Rivera, a Filipino actress, considered as one of the most beautiful women in the world. A Spanish Filipino commercial m odel and actress, well-known in the Philippines not only because she is good in acting but because of her beautiful face.

Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach was crowned “Miss Universe” at the Miss Universe 2015 pageant held at Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. She is a symbol of beauty & brain.  She is Miss Phillipines 2015 and it took Pia 3 times to win the right to represent the Philippines in Miss Universe. "My fellow countrymen have witnessed my journey towards Miss Universe. The fact that I joined Miss Philippines 3 years in a row de termines how much I really want this. I didn't let anyone or anything stop me from getting here. I'm so glad I never lost my drive because it turns out, I was right! Now I'm finally wearing the Philippine sash in the most prestigious pageant in the world. And I couldn't be happier! So kids, if you have a dream, don't give up!"

Socorro Ramos, known as Nanay Coring, is the founder of National Book Store, the largest bookstore chain in the Philippines. Founder Socorro Ramos Spent Only Php200 To Open National Book Store. From being a saleslady to becoming a multimillionaire, National Bookstore matriarch Socorro Ramos has become the poster girl for success. Her story proves that in order to be triumphant, one must be tough, one must be a fighter. Nanay Coring remains as a great inspiration to all those who struggle, for she is the epitome of surviving against all odds.

The Philippines’ richest businessman – Henry Sy. He started out a small sari-sari store business which has helped them in their day-to-day life. Sy and his father used to live in a small space until the fruits of their labor made them successful in the passing years. When the Philippine economy collapsed in World War II, their store got burned down which made his father go back to China. But with Henry Sy’s determination, he stayed in the Philippines and built his own shoe bu siness in Marikina – the Shoe Mart, now popularly known as SM malls dominating the whole country. He also owns Banco De Oro and a majority share in China Bank. With his inspiring story, one can learn about the ideals of success. Henry Sy’s story tells us not to give up on our dreams.

“Don’t be scared to make mistakes”, that’s according to Jollibee founder Tony Tan Caktiong. But what is the secret behind the success of the the 2004 World Entrepreneur awardee? According to the man behind the bee, it’s his eternal optimism. “In one of our early planning sessions, my vision was to create the largest food company in the world. That was when we had 5 stores. Some people thought I was overly optimistic,” Caktiong said in his speech at the APEC SME Summit on Janu ary 20. Jollibee Food Corp. is a rare example of a homegrown chain that has managed to maintain its leadership position against the onslaught of multinational giants -- especially Macdonalds -- in a country that loves American franchises. "The mindset was, 'How could a small Filipino company with only 5 stores take on a big multinational company in a business they practically invented?"

I was impressed with the idea to feature successful people who excelled in any field they were in. Let's start with the familiar and resounding name of Gov. Vilma Santos-Recto. In the glamorous world of entertainment, she is considered to be royalty –the “Star for All Seasons.” In government and politics, she has also made a name as a well-respected, multi-awarded and accomplished public servant. Governor Vi, as she is now fondly called, was the first woman mayor of Lipa, Batangas. She served for three consecutive terms. She also became the first female governor of Batangas Province. She has been recognized as Most Outstanding Mayor four times during her term by the Civil Service Commission and numerous organizations. She has also been part of the Ten Outstanding Young Leaders in the country and has brought many distinctions to the City of Lipa.