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Tastemaker – Dexter Dalisay Commercial Model and Actor Dubai-based engineer, model, and actor Dexter Dalisay could very well be “the” handsome face of the Filipino community in the UAE. He has starred in numerous commercial campaigns; the most recent ones include projects for Dubai Holdings, Etisalat, British Council UAE, Jashanmal, and Marhaba among others. He …
Thoughtleaders Drs Joey and Aileen Villanueva Healthcare professionals and humanitarians Power couple Drs. Aileen and Joey Villanueva are the veritable modern-day guardian angels to the Filipino community. Establishing the League of Filipino Healthcare Professionals (LFHP) in 2010, they have become people’s champions, extending their free medical service and expertise through more than 75 medical missions …
Thoughtleader – Juan Paolo Arao Talent Development Professional A registered psychometrician, accredited TESDA assessor and leadership and talent development professional for more than 17 years, Juan Paolo Arao is proud to be the only Filipino who was part of the ADNOC PMO first sub-committee, aiming to standardize and unify the strategic employee performance management process …
Dignity and integrity: these are the two words that sum up the two decades worth of Wafa Qasimieh’s career as a Major Cultural Consultant in Cultural Administration at the Department of Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities – Government of Dubai, where she vowed to respond to the call of duty with heart.
Photo by Alex Callueng; Photography Assistant – Bethoven Filomeno
Special thanks to – Giordano, Nikon, Liali Jewellery, Lulu, Mitsubishi and Western Union.
#taasnoofilipino For Christopher “CL Frostyle” Trasmaño, dance is not just about grace, fluidity or motion – but it is about culture. A shining beacon among many, CL Frostyle has become a household name among the dancers in Dubai. And as one of the most prominent figures in the scene, his positivity and endless energy has turned him into a role model for many dancers and non dancers alike. #illustradomagazine #100MIFG
A young chap with a good vision of the things he wants to do in life, his advice to others is: “If you think you are good at something, build a future out of it. Don’t be afraid to commit mistakes and definitely do not compare yourself to other people’s success. Find something that you love doing and always believe in yourself.”
Photo by Alex Callueng; Photography Assistant – Bethoven Filomeno Special thanks to – Giordano, Nikon, Liali Jewellery, Lulu, Mitsubishi and Western Union.
#taasnoofilipino You may know him for his many paintings, and large scale sand murals on Jumeirah beach. For renowned sand artist Nathaniel Alapide, art is a way of life. He believes the uniqueness in art constitutes to “a new language of expression”. #illustradomagazine #100mifg
Young, beautiful, and armed with a cleverness that belies her tender age, Bettina represents the future of fashion blogs in the Middle East. Her style mindset is decidedly practical and inclusive. She says, “Never judge! Even if I see an outfit that I know isn’t my style, or something I don’t immediately identify with, I always remind myself that we all have different taste and ways of expressing ourselves, and I think that’s really cool!”
Photo by Alex Callueng; Photography Assistant – Bethoven Filomeno Special thanks to – Giordano, Nikon, Liali Jewellery, Lulu, Mitsubishi and Western Union.
If you’re a sports fan glued to Abu Dhabi TV, chances are you’re watching your favorite adrenaline packed show thanks to the work of one formidable Filipina. Meet Mylene Escano-De Guzman Head of Programming, Sports Channel – Abu Dhabi Media (Abu Dhabi TV).
Widely considered as the Gulf’s top Glam Guru, Bobby has a career that extends 36 years as one of the most admired make up artists in the Asia Pacific. Two years ago, he won the Asian Trend award for Make Up Artist Of The Year in Chengdu, China – proof positive of Bobby’s ability to transcend trends and stay relevant amidst the ever-evolving standards of beauty.
Photo by Alex Callueng; Photography Assistant – Bethoven Filomeno Special thanks to – Giordano, Nikon, Liali Jewellery, Lulu, Mitsubishi and Western Union.
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