In photo: Ms. Josephine Alviar Velasco and her family from San Pedro City, Laguna.

Green, Hope and Vitality: A success story of Green Ribbon Food Manufacturing

The Beginning “Without the color green, it felt like there was no hope or vitality…” That was the realization that brought the birth of Green Ribbon Food Manufacturing by Ms. Josephine Alviar Velasco and her family from San Pedro City, Laguna. Year 2013 was when Typhoon Yolanda stormed the country with lifeless bodies on the continue reading : Green, Hope and Vitality: A success story of Green Ribbon Food Manufacturing

in photo: Edna Malaca Relacion, in front of her sari-sari store

Rising from Adversity: Security Guards Turned Thriving Store Owners

In the fascinating tale of Edna Malaca Relacion and her husband Cornelio Relacion, two security guards working in separate companies in Makati, an extraordinary journey unfolded. It all began in October 2020 when the couple, determined to augment their income, embarked on a business venture fueled by their hard-earned savings. With a capital of Php40,000.00, continue reading : Rising from Adversity: Security Guards Turned Thriving Store Owners

in photo: Ms. Marilyn C. Magno

Dreams Do Come True

One inspiring success story that showcases the journey of a woman who was a former Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) and transformed into a successful entrepreneur with the assistance of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is that of Marilyn C. Magno. Marilyn, from the City of Cabuyao in Laguna, worked as a domestic helper continue reading : Dreams Do Come True

in photo: Ms. Ana Arsolacia, owner of Ohlet's sari-sari store

A story of grit and growth

Ms. Ana Arsolacia, a 58-year-old woman, had once been a dedicated factory worker and a manager in a well-known local brand for a decade. However, driven by a desire for more independence and to create her own path, she decided to leave her corporate job and venture into entrepreneurship. In 2014, Ana returned to her continue reading : A story of grit and growth

in photo: Nanay Yolly, with Negosyo Center business counsellor.

Yolanda’s Homemade Vinegar: Your Ultimate Sukang Sawsawan!

“Do good and good things will follow.” Yolanda’s Homemade, a start-up home business of Mrs. Yolanda Dela Torre, also known as “Nay Yolly” is continuously achieving success and creating remarkable contributions to the community by showing support to other businesses and local tourism. This tells a heartfelt story of an ordinary mother who manages to continue reading : Yolanda’s Homemade Vinegar: Your Ultimate Sukang Sawsawan!