In a grand celebration of leadership and empowerment, TopNewsAsia, Rising Tigers Magazine, and InCharge Magazine proudly hosted “A Powerful Talk with Loida Nicolas Lewis” at the prestigious Shangri-La Hotel, Makati. The event, held in honor of Women’s Month, brought together some of the country’s most influential figures to celebrate the remarkable journey and wisdom of Loida Nicolas Lewis, a trailblazer in business, philanthropy, and advocacy.
The evening
was graced by the presence of Grace Bondad Nicolas, President and Co-Owner of
Rising Tigers, TopNewsAsia and InCharge Magazines, who warmly welcomed the
esteemed guests. The event was attended by prominent personalities, including
Makati Mayor Abby Binay, His Excellency Malaysia Ambassador Dato Abdul Malik
Melvin Castelino, DOJ Undersecretary Margarita Gutierrez, DOT Assistant
Secretary Sharlene Batin, Senator Robin Padilla, Anna Magkawas, Tessa Prieto,
Becky Garcia, Cory Quirino, Mildred Vitangcol, and Andria Terese Nicolas, who
had the honor of introducing Loida Nicolas Lewis.
From L-R: Tessa Prieto, Andria Terese Nicolas, Cory Quirino, Grace Bondad Nicolas, Senator Robin Padilla, Loida Nicolas Lewis, Becky Garcia, Anna Magkawas and Malaysia Ambassador Dato Abdul Malik Melvin Castelino
with Makati Mayor Abby Binay
As a pioneering businesswoman and former Chair and CEO of TLC Beatrice International, Loida Nicolas Lewis shared her inspiring journey of resilience, integrity, and leadership. She emphasized the significance of women’s empowerment, education, and perseverance in breaking barriers and creating a lasting impact in society.
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The event was a powerful reminder of the strength of women in leadership and their role in shaping the future. With an audience of influential leaders and changemakers, it was an evening of insightful discussions, meaningful connections, and a collective commitment to championing women’s excellence and success.
With TopNewsAsia, Rising Tigers Magazine, and InCharge Magazine leading the way, this gathering set the stage for more transformative conversations, celebrating the power of women in making a difference in the world.
About Loida
Nicolas Lewis
* The first
Filipina and Asian woman in the USA to pass the New York bar without having
studied law in the United States
* The widow
of Reginald F. Lewis, Wall Street financier and the first African American
billion dollar dealmaker
* The first
Filipina and Asian woman CEO in the USA to run a billion dollar empire/ Fortune
500 company, TLC Beatrice International, after her husband’s untimely death
* Author of
“Why Should Guys Have All The Fun? An Asian American Story of Love, Marriage,
Motherhood and Running A Billion Dollar Empire”
* Integrated
the US Immigration Services when she won her discrimination case and was
appointed as General Attorney in 1978
* Co-author
of “How To Get a Green Card”
* Co-founder
of the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA), the
largest national affiliation of Filipino American institutions
* Nominated
by President Joe Biden for the Board of Directors of the Millenium Challenge
Corporation (MCC) in November 2024
* The State
of New York proclaimed Dec. 20, 2024 as Loida Nicolas Lewis Day
* One of the
most influential Asian American leaders; activist and advocate for good
governance
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