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Grace Bondad Nicolas: The Engineer of Innovation in Business and Media

  

In the world of business, media, and public relations, few names stand out as boldly as Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas. A serial entrepreneur, marketing strategist, and industry leader, she has established herself as a driving force behind multiple successful ventures in construction, media, public relations, and cosmetics.

 




As the Co-Founder of TAG Media Group, which includes AG Builders & Developers, TAG Media and Public Relations, AAA Cosmetics & Trading, Hidden Hills Farm by Josefino, and Rising Tigers Magazine Inc., Grace has transformed industries through her innovative business strategies and leadership expertise.

 

A Leader in Business and Construction

 

Armed with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering and a Master’s in Management, Major in Engineering Management from Colegio de San Juan de Letran, plus business studies at Ateneo and AIM, Grace has seamlessly combined technical knowledge with strategic business acumen.

 

Her company, Andrew Grace Builders & Developers, has been a key player in the construction industry since 2006, with signature projects under Landco, Vista Land, and Filinvest, as well as government-accredited projects with the University of the Philippines and the Forest Products & Research Institute.

 

Shaping the Media and Public Relations Landscape

 

Through TAG Media and Public Relations, founded in 2010, Grace has built one of the leading advertising and consultancy firms in the country. The firm has handled top multinational companies in Asia-Pacific, focusing on marketing, strategic planning, business intelligence, promotions, and branding.


 


Her mission? To position the Philippines as the premier business hub in Asia through high-impact signature events, including:

 

 Laguna Blogging Summit

 Asia Digital Marketing Expo

 Asia E-Commerce Expo

 Asia Leaders Forum Series

 Asia HR Expo

 Asia Leaders Awards

 

Because of her unparalleled expertise in event organization, she has earned the title “Queen of Events in the Philippines,” managing over 15 major events annually, even during the pandemic.

 

Rising Tigers and a Media Empire

Grace’s latest venture, Rising Tigers Magazine, TopNewsAsia, and InCharge Magazine, has revolutionized business and leadership publications in the Philippines. With nationwide distribution in National Bookstores and exclusive placements at Philippine Airlines’ Mabuhay Lounges, her magazines are among the most widely distributed in the country.




She recently launched Profiles of Excellence, a prestigious coffee table book, at National Bookstore, SM Megamall, on February 10, 2024, further solidifying her influence in the media and publishing industry.

 

A Passion for Civic Leadership


 

Beyond business, Grace is deeply involved in social and civic causes, holding key leadership roles in several prestigious organizations:

 

 Vice President of Makati Tourism Foundation

 First Woman President of the American Association of the Philippines

 President of PCCI-Los Baños

 Past Lieutenant Governor of Kiwanis Philippine Luzon District

 Member of the Malaysia Chamber of Commerce & Industry

 Member of the Philippine Korea Economic Council

 

Her commitment to nation-building and leadership development is evident in her extensive contributions to both the business and non-profit sectors.

 

A Trailblazer Recognized for Excellence

Grace’s extraordinary achievements have earned her numerous prestigious awards, including:




 American Association of the Philippines: Excellence Award in Communication & Fundraising

 Aliw Awards: Excellence Award (December 2023)

 Philippine Chamber of Commerce & Industry-Quezon City: Truth Award (January 2024)

 La Consolacion College Pasig: Leadership Award (February 2024)

 Forbes Best Dressed List: Style Icon and Filipina Business Leader (February 27, 2024)



 Aliw Awards: Excellence Award for Entrepreneurship 2024

 

The Legacy of Grace Bondad Nicolas

 


From engineering and construction to media, public relations, and publishing, Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas has proven that versatility, passion, and leadership are key to long-term success. Whether through business, media influence, or philanthropy, she remains a true visionary shaping industries, empowering leaders, and making a lasting impact on the Philippines and beyond.




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