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IN PICTURES: 2023 Philippine Empowered Men and Women of the Year honored

Published Apr 23, 2023 05:04 am

FROM LEFT:  Will Ashley, Devon Seron, Allen Ansay, Sofia Pablo, Philippine awards guru Richard Hinola and Jayda Avanzado


The 6th Philippine Empowered Men and Women 2023 honored exceptional individuals based on their actions and contributions in the Philippines during ceremonies held at the Teatrino Greenhills, San Juan last April 15. The special award dubbed “The Lifetime Achievement Honoree Award” is the highest and most prestigious award given to Filipinos who have dedicated their lives to a meaningful purpose and a worthy cause, while the 6th Philippine Empowered Men and Women 2023 will also continue to give recognition to all empowered Filipinos here and abroad. Their inspiring life stories, successful career, and their journey toward helping people were the highlights of the event. A new segment for the young generation called Youth Empowerment was also launched. Their core values, inspiring ideas, and confidence can shape the future of a better community and develop the society we live in. Founded by awards Guru Mr. Richard Hiñola, the annual event will benefit the BEST Magazine’s Charity Projects (Blessed Virgin Missionaries of Mt. Carmel Children’s Home Inc.) in Zamboanga Del Norte. Some of the awardees not shown in pictures were Alex Moico, Allan Sancon, Benjie Alesna, Bobbit Patag, Carlo Gumban Galagata, Danilo S. Ramos Jr., Dave Baldeo Dalisay, David Chua, Diego Castro III, Dingdong Avanzado, Easy Ferrer, Ejay Fontanilla, Ethan Roberto Leyson, Fernan De Guzman, Frankendal Fabroa, Genesis Gallios, John Fontanilla, Jojo Panaligan, Kirst Viray, Lito Caleon, Marion Tungpalan, Melvin Tagulao, Migs Villasis, MJ Mondejar, Noel Flores, Reynaldo Malaca, Romel, Ramie Seron, Dadichoy Fernandez, Ronaldo Carballo, Roy Gilbuela, Alpearl Saldon Tabiliran, Andrea Tallafer Agaton, Angela Cancio Lagunzad, Charizz Po, Cherry Cobarrubias, Emmanuelle Vera, Gerone Olorocisimo, Ima Castro, Jessa Zaragoza Avanzado, JM Razon, Meiji Cruz, Kat Galang, Maria Suzette Geminiano, Michelle Arceo, Quinn Carillo, Rein Escaño, Dr. Charlie Mendez, William Thio, Rosa Rosal, Geneva Cruz, Claudine Barretto, Wilbert Tolentino, Arnold Vegafria, Dr. Edinell Calvario, Raoul Barbosa and Evelyn Diao, Jhassy Busran, John Heindrick, MJ Manuel, and Chill Paloma Albasin.

FROM LEFT: Philippine awards guru Richard Hinola, Evangeline Pascual, Usec. Niña Taduran, Dante Salamat, Betty Aw and Jenny Lin Ngai


Philippine awards guru Richard Hiñola, Jayda Avanzado, Frankendal Fabroa, Diane Querrer, Ervie Paez, Rica Paez and Ima Castro


Tracy Maureen Perez


Love Añover


Philippine awards guru Richard Hiñola and Sheryn Regis


Presenter Mel Caparas and JM Razon



Elaiza Imutan (left, co-owner, Grandeur VVIP Beauty Lounge) and Jovelyn Sorio (owner, Grandeur VVIP Beauty Lounge)


'Lord of Scents' Joel Cruz


FROM LEFT: Dindi Pajares; Nixie Grace Alimpolos, President, Gluta Drip Studio; and Tracy Maureen Perez



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