Discover the leaders, innovators, and changemakers shaping the future of Asia. Tatler celebrates trailblazers across industries who are making a significant impact on society, culture, and the economy throughout the region and around the world
Ana Maria Aboitiz-Delgado
President and CEO, UnionBank of the Philippines
The UnionBank executive is driving digital growth and customer experience
Ramon S Ang
Chairman and CEO, San Miguel Corporation
The leader of San Miguel Corporation is driving nation-building through infrastructure and innovation
Pia D Bagamasbad, PhD
Director and professor, National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of the Philippines Diliman
This life sciences researcher discovered a gene that stifles tumour growth
Carlos Otermin Barrera
CEO, Lazada Philippines
This Spanish executive helms one of Asia’s biggest E-commerce sites
Andres Barrioquinto
Artist
The artist is internationally recognised for his figurative and surrealistic paintings
Joy Belmonte
Mayor, Quezon City
The mayor driving inclusive, data-led governance in the country’s largest city
Victoria “Vicki” Belo
Founder, Belo Medical Group
The innovator who turned aesthetic medicine into a movement of confidence and self-love
Abigail “Abby” Binay
Mayor , City of Makati
The mayor brings her own brand of public service to upgrade Makati as smart and sustainable city
Jacques Christophe Branellec
CEO, Jewelmer
Advancing regenerative practices and promoting the Philippines’ golden pearls globally
Mark Bumgarner
Fashion designer, Mark Bumgarner
The renowned fashion designer is a champion of Filipino creativity and craftsmanship
Tony Tan Caktiong
Founder, executive chairman, and co-chairman, Jollibee Foods Corporation; Doubledragon Properties
The founder of Jollibee Foods Corp has become a titan in the international fast-food industry
Ed Calma
Architect, Lor Calma and Partners
The standard bearer for excellence in architecture and design in the Philippines
Lani Cayetano
Mayor, City of Taguig
This public official spearheads public initiatives for the people of Taguig
Ben Chan
Chairman, Bench
The cultural advocate and brand purveyor redefining the country’s retail landscape
Jordan Clarkson
Basketball player
Jordan Clarkson honours his Filipino roots by taking a stand against Asian hate
Kenneth Cobonpue
Founder and creative director, Kenneth Cobonpue
The craft-led visionary turning Philippine materials and handmaking into internationally coveted design
John Lloyd Cruz
Actor and model
John Lloyd Cruz has become one of the most respected actors in Philippine cinema
Ernest Cu
President and CEO, Globe Telecom
As the president and CEO of Globe, Ernest Cu heads the Philippines’ top telecoms company
Anne Curtis
Actor and TV personality
This actor and TV personality has long reigned as one of the Philippines’ most beloved and versatile entertainers
Karen Davila
Broadcast journalist
A fearless journalist championing truth, leadership and empowerment through storytelling
Dolly De Leon
Actor
A stalwart of stage and indie film, now breaking barriers for Filipino talent on the world’s biggest screens
Ana Lorenzana de Ocampo
President and CEO, Wildflour Hospitality Group
A bold hospitality leader elevating Filipino dining through creativity, vision and growth
Eric Thomas Dee
COO (Foodee), co-founder (Kravers), Foodee Global Concepts, Kravers Canteen
The restaurateur adapts to the changing environment by introducing technological innovations
Hidilyn Diaz
Weightlifter
Despite seemingly unwinnable odds, the Olympic gold medallist has made history
Lavrente “Lav” Indico Diaz
Filmmaker
The Filipino filmmaker continues to define—and defy—the language of cinema
Alice Eduardo
Founder, president and CEO, Sta Elena Construction and Development Corporation
The construction magnate is building progress and empowering communities through commerce and construction
Sofia Zobel-Elizalde
Founder and managing director, Steps Dance Studio
Empowering young Filipinos through dance, education and a lifelong passion for the arts
Antonio “Tony Boy” Escalante
Chef and restaurateur, Antonio’s Group of Restaurants
A driving force behind Philippine destination dining and its growing global presence
Heart Evangelista
Global fashion icon, visual artist and entrepreneur
This fashion icon, visual artist and entrepreneur is bridging art and advocacy on a global stage
Miriam Coronel-Ferrer
Activist, peace advocate
This globally renowned activist pioneers gender inclusivity in the peacemaking process
Margarita Forés
Chef and entrepreneur, Margarita
The award-winning chef is also the proprietor of several successful restaurant brands
Christina Garcia Frasco
Secretary, Department of Tourism, Republic of the Philippines
Mayor of Liloan, Cebu, until her appointment as Secretary of Tourism in June 2022
Frederick D Go
Special assistant to the president for investment and economic affairs, Republic of the Philippines
The head of Robinsons Land is now the presidential adviser on investment and economic affairs
Lance Gokongwei
Head (Gokongwei Group); President and CEO (JG Summit Holdings, Inc); Chairman (Robinsons Land Corporation), Gokongwei Group, JG Summit Holdings, Inc, Robinsons Land Corporation
The prominent business leader oversees a vast empire as head of the Gokongwei Group
