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The grandeur of the Newport Performing Arts Theater at Newport World Resorts in Manila was the perfect stage for the 3rd Philippine Finest Business Awards & Outstanding Achievers 2025, held last September 30, 2025. The prestigious event, organized by La Visual Corporation and SIRBISU Channel together with Ambet Rivera Nabus (Chairman and Selection Committee), honored a distinguished roster of exceptional individuals, leaders, public servants, entrepreneurs, artists, and organizations, that have made remarkable contributions in their respective fields. This year’s ceremony brought together icons from entertainment, media, public service, business, sports, fashion, medicine, and beyond.
This year’s awardees include:
Entertainment Media ICON Award: Aga Muhlach, Tirso Cruz III, Roderick Paulate, Rhian Ramos, Luis Manzano, Enchong Dee
Public Service ICON Award: Gov. Vilma Santos-Recto, Mayor Junjun Ynares, Mayor Vergel Meneses, Councilor Aiko Melendez, Councilor Alfred Vargas, Councilor Angelu de Leon, Sen. Bong Revilla, Sen. Lito Lapid, Col. Jun Dimayuga, Atty. Caroline Cruz
Multi-Media ICON Award: Bernadette Sembrano, Boy Abunda, Toni Gonzaga, MJ Marfori, Jervi Wrightson
Medical and Health ICON Award: Dr. Pong Magtibay, Dr. Jerome Laceda, Chaye Cabal-Revilla, Anna Andrea Magkawas
Fashion, Beauty, and Fitness ICON Award: Jojo Bragais, Wynwyn Marquez, Michelle Dee
Sports ICON Award: PBA Commissioner Willie Marcial, PVL Commissioner Ricky Palou, Mozzy Ravena, MPBL Commissioner Kenneth Duremdes
Special recognitions also went to distinguished achievers across diverse fields such as broadcasting, journalism, photography, entrepreneurship, music, education, and public service.
• Outstanding Skin Care Clinic Business Owner: Edwin Lisa
• Most Outstanding Entrepreneur: Janice Delima (Golden Achiever)
• Most Outstanding World Class Pop Rock Singer: Lae Manego (Lifetime Achievement Award)
• Outstanding Business Owner: Salvacion Paparon (Lifetime Achievement Award)
• Outstanding Broadcast Journalist: Marc Logan (Golden Achiever)
• Outstanding Professional Photographer: Jamin Lim (Golden Achiever)
• Best Photographer: Bon Jheo Exconde (Golden Achiever)
• Outstanding Online Radio Host: Jigo Postolero
• Finest Business Leader in Beauty Industry and Marketing: Jeffrey Dy (Golden Achiever)
• Outstanding TV Host: Alfonso “fifi” Delos Santos
• Remarkable Host/Anchor: Audrey Gorriceta (Golden Achiever)
• Best Male News Anchor: Wej Cudiamat (Golden Achiever)
• Best Female Program Host/Anchor: Annabelle Surara (Lifetime Achievement Award)
• Best Host/Reporter: Earlo Bringas (Golden Achiever)
• Best Online Radio DJ: Gilbert De Los Santos
• Best Freelance Journalist: Rogelio Constantino Medina (Lifetime Achievement Award)
• Best Female Accountant: Shirley B. Belangel CPA, MBA (Lifetime Achievement Award)
• Outstanding Presiding Judge: Judge Tarcelo A. Sabarre Jr. (Lifetime Achievement Award)
• Most Outstanding in Business Leadership: Joey S. Guillen (Golden Achiever)
• Most Remarkable Business Leader: Mark Javier
• Most Influential Woman in Decentralized-Centered Marketing Innovation: Mart Krystelle Galano
• Excellence in Public Service: Hon. Saleha Pangarungan Sacar
• Most Notable Distributor of Traditional Filipino Attire: Janice M. Dela Cruz
• Most Outstanding Female Public Servant: Atty. Persida V. Rueda Acosta (Lifetime Achievement Award)
• Most Outstanding Entrepreneur: Marion (Marious) Alston Impil
• Excellence in Educational Leadership: Dr. Jeanet Estonilo-Parreno, CGPA, CRFA, CPM, CHRA
• Most Outstanding Sales and Leadership Speaker: Alexey Rola Cajilig
• Outstanding Filipino Achiever in Barangay Leadership: Arky Manning
Corporate and organizational awardees were also recognized including JP Catering Services (Lifetime Achievement Award), Lucky GHL Advertising (Golden Awardee), JFBV (Golden Awardee), Vicente-Isabel Multispecialty Clinic & Diagnostic Center Inc., Rank Fortress White Label SEO Agency, White Jade Glutathione Film Strip, Eyeleen Hair and Make Up by Aileen Sebua (Lifetime Achievement Award), Top 5 Mga Kwentong Marc Logan, Renaissance Credit Collection and Recovery Solutions Corporation (formerly SMRD Credit Collection Services), TGIF Pharmaceutical Trading Inc., Biosafe Pest Control Services Inc., Rise and Shine Pilipinas (Golden Awardee), Sheanne Roll Up Construction Services (Lifetime Achievement Award), Edwin Lisa Brows and Aesthetics, Alegre de Pilipinas (Golden Awardee), Jam Lim Enterprises (Golden Awardee), Bhylinns Modern Fashion (Lifetime Achievement Award), Gown and Events Management by Touting (Lifetime Achievement Award), Saludable Barley, Aeternitas Chapels and Columbarium, Kilay King International Academy, Venice Handicrafts Corporation, UpChi Corporation, Chef’s BOWL & RICE, Breton Containers and RTU Himig Rizalia. This year’s event was made possible through the generous support of its sponsors: JP Catering Services as Major Sponsor; Lucky GHL Advertising, JFBV, Vicente-Isabel Multispecialty Clinic & Diagnostic Center Inc., TGIF Pharmaceutical Trading Inc., Biosafe Pest Control Services Inc., Saludable Barley, Aeternitas Chapels and Columbarium, Janice M. Dela Cruz, and UpChi Corporation as Primary Sponsors; and Kilay King International Academy and Breton Containers as Minor Sponsors. The 3rd Philippine Finest Business Awards & Outstanding Achievers 2025 once again underscored its mission of honoring excellence, inspiring innovation, and celebrating the relentless Filipino spirit. By recognizing leaders, innovators, and changemakers, the awards night served not only as a celebration, but also as an inspiration — highlighting the resilience, creativity, and vision of Filipinos who continue to make a difference in the nation and beyond.
To learn more about the event or to get involved, please visit the official website at www.philippinefinestbusinessaward.com. For inquiries or partnership opportunities, feel free to contact La Visual Corporation at: (02) 721-91823 or 0917-137-2316 or email us contact@lavisualcorporation.com or info@philippinefinestbusinessaward.com.
