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Hyku arrived in Dubai with practically zero connections in the photography industry. She started of what has turned out to be a remarkable career by working in a portrait studio. Eventually, she decided to pursue freelance photography, armed with just one camera body, a flash and two lenses. And by virtue of her hard work, sleepless nights, and ability to market her work, she was able to nurture her career and launch her own company: Hyku D Photography.
Photo by Alex Callueng; Photography Assistant – Bethoven Filomeno Special thanks to – Giordano, Nikon, Liali Jewellery, Lulu, Mitsubishi and Western Union.
Mayet Malang Evans Entrepreneur With her serial entrepreneurial skills coupled with grit and determination to expand her ventures, Mayet Malang Evans is happy to see that her dream of uplifting other people’s lives through alternative education is growing steadily. As the CEO of Filbrit Training Centre, a provider of educational opportunities at a reasonable cost …
Leo Barrameda Philanthropist A philanthropist and a community volunteer, Leo Barrameda has found his purpose in giving back to the community. For the past four years, he has supported the Blaan indigenous community of Sitio Kanibong, Tulunan, with the Adopt-a-School project, sending children to school for free. To date, Leo and his team have provided …
Alpha Media Audio Visual Production Agency Alpha Media’s exceptionally-produced content has left a strong impact on the Filipino community and the corporate sector. Owned by Ernesto Flores and Oliver Serrano, seasoned-creatives with over 15 years of experience in the industry, the company has become the go-to brand in the production scene. Among its many significant …
Tastemakers: Brusko Barbers Men’s Grooming Brusko Barbers takes a different approach in business from the usual barbershop of old, providing some of the country’s best male-grooming services to a multicultural customer base in the UAE, which includes personalities, artists, and influencers in the country. A hip and chilled out hub for the modern-day man, Brusko …
Victoria Mikkelsen Entrepreneur Business veteran Victoria Mikkelsen co-owns with her husband Mogens Mikkelsen, two of the oldest schools in Abu Dhabi – ABC School and the ABC Nursery, as well as an international freight business, ‘Victors Freight International Corp,’ that does operations between the region and the Philippines (and soon, opening a branch in Europe. …
Maria Josephine Abina Entrepreneur & Community Champion Entrepreneur Maria Josephine Abina is one of the strongest proponents of Filipino business in Oman. She has given opportunities to many entrepreneurial kababayans, and also used her vast network to connect people, and foster stronger ties between the Philippines and the Sultanate. Founder of Fashion House Oman, and …
Marlon Malinao Journalist and Community Volunteer Marlon Malinao is committed to two very distinct disciplines that exemplify the infinite talent and creativity of Filipinos. The Senior Editor of Kuwait’s leading English daily, he devotes his free time perfecting his skills in the field of make-up, while also utilizing his gifts to support those in need. …
Thoughtleader – Jan Barlow Community Champion – Business The former Chairman of the Philippine Business Council in Abu Dhabi and a very dynamic member of the Executive Committee for years, Jan Barlow has shared her skills, leadership and has worked and spearheaded many projects that proved beneficial to the local community. A tireless community volunteer …
Tastemaker – Alberto Opena Mixologist and Entrepreneur One of these days, distinctly Filipino cocktails will be part of mainstream beverage favorites in the region, and we won’t be surprised that it will be due to the efforts of Albert Opena. Award-winning mixologist and entrepreneur Alberto believes that when you dream, you have to make it …
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