Oct 30, 2024 – Rising Tigers Ball was held at the prestigious Makati Shangri-La Hotel. Tycoons, Ambassadors, Government Officials and Partners all showed support to the annual Charity Ball of the leading Business and Leadership Magazine in the Philippines, Rising Tigers Magazine.

The event started with the Opening Remarks by the Rising Tigers CMO Andria Terese Nicolas.

“We live in a world full of authority and power, but remember that the most impactful leaders in our history are those who serve with grace and empathy. The power of humility is beyond comparison to all leadership qualities, because it reminds us of our purpose, and purpose is not selfish. People don’t get that power from their position but from their ability to connect to people in a human level. Just like Rising Tigers, we want to connect everyone in our reach to inspire, contribute, and believe in our shared vision for nation building.”

“As we are deemed leaders of our nation, let us strive to embrace humility as our guiding principle and lead with our hearts, and build a legacy of leadership that our country and the next generation will be so proud of. A Philippines with leaders that inspire others to rise in adversity and demonstrate compassion, after all, A Rising Tiger inspires greatness in their company and the nation. But always remember, Kayo, Tayo ang Pag-asa ng Bayan, ang Pag-asa ng mga Pilipino.”

Keynote Speaker is the Ambassador of Japan, H.E Endo Kazuya as he highlighted the Embassy’s support and gratitude.

“ I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Rising Tigers Board for the award. While only recently i taken up my post as the ambassador of japan to the philippines i am deeply humbled to be recognized by your esteemed publication. The longstanding friendship between our two nations based on mutual respect and shared values has been achieved by tireless efforts by my predecessors, fellow colleague, and friends from both of our countries, I just feel quite privileged to witness how our relationship continuos to flourish in the past months so far. Reflecting on my journey one that marks a personal milestone for myself as this is my fist post as an ambassador.”

“Japan supports economic and infrastructure developments of the Philippines. This past year has been filled with signifiancet strides that had deepen our relations, Japan consistently stands as one of Philippines committed partners in progress, as seen in our strategic meetings and collarotaions in both private and public sectors. By working together, we have open opportunities for more pivotal cooperative activities for more that promote peace, prosperity and security in this region.”

“With the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations coming up in 2026, we believe that we already come so far and that itself in it is a testament to our dedication and to our commitment but there is still so much we need to do. As a Filipino saying goes Malayo pa pero malayo na, let us embrace the unwavering spirit of our friendship and build a brighter future.”

Presenters are the Board and Partners of Rising Tigers Magazine, CEO Andrew Troy Nicolas, CMO Andria Terese Nicolas, Capt. Stanley Ng President of Philippine Airlines, Advisory Board Member Robert Laurel Yupangco, Ambassador of Hungary H.E Titanilla Toth, Embassy of Indonesia Trade Attache Martin Pandapotan, Co-owners of Rising Tigers Atty. Arnel Mateo and Sarah Mateo.

The featured leaders will be in the next issue. For Women of Power and Purpose, Rachel Carrasco, Founder Baken for Entrepreneurship, Glenda Hufano of Kiwanis International, Philippine Luzon District for Philantrophy, President Rosemarie Bosch Ong and Lorraine Belo-Cincochan for Wilcon Depot for Company of the Yea, Millet Cruz and Rachel Generalo for Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions (AITS) Corporation for Innovation, Angela Lei Ilagan Atienza Valdepeñas for Public Service, Vice President Elvie Sanchez Quiazon -Bellevue Hotel and Resorts for Leadership.

For the Men of Power and Purpose,Congressman Sam ’SV’ Verzosa, for “Philantrophist of the Year”, “Excellence Award for Outstanding Public Service Program”, Excellence Award for Outstanding Public Service Program Host, Mark Anthony Agapito of Illo’s Group for Leadership, H.E. Kazuya Endo Ambassador of Japan to the Philippines for Diplomatic Relations, H.E. Dato Abdul Malik Melvin Castelino, Ambassador Malaysia to the Philippines for Diplomatic Relations, Senator Win Gatchalian for Public Service, Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Tesoro Go for Public servant of the year, Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso for Public Service, Manuel R. Salak III – Founder and Chief Executive Officer of AlphaPrimus Advisors Inc. For Entrepreneurship, CJ Costales – Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Western Pacific International for Entrepreneurship, and Andy Te, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Redfox Technology for Entrepreneurship.

Rising Tigers Magazine is the most distributed business and leadership magazine in the Philippines and is available at the National Bookstore branches and all of the Philippine Airlines Mabuhay Lounge. The current is “Man Beyond Numbers” featuring COMELEC Chairman George Erwin Mojica Garcia. #risingtigers#nationbuilders