Elvira Lolong, a resident of Novaliches, raised eight children. Four completed entrepreneurial courses, one pursued IT, one focused on marine studies, and two are studying architecture. Their education journey was marked by financial struggles, often pretending to eat while waiting to see if there was enough rice. To make ends meet, Elvira learned to sell goods, adding as little as ten pesos to their income. College expenses added to their challenges, prompting her children to walk to school to save on fare. Despite the hardships, their determination never wavered.
One day, her child proposed starting a business with Nanay's shrimp paste, which became a success. Visitors' contributions kick-started their venture, leading to the expansion of their product line to include chili garlic and vinegar, now their best-sellers. Even while her children were still in school, profits from the business supported their transportation expenses and projects. Elvira ensured to set aside the capital so they... More
Established in September 2021, Sabon De Organica is an FDA-licensed wholesale company specializing in organic soaps in the Philippines. The natural organic bar soaps are made with certified organic and natural ingredients.
Ms. Dulce Amor Licuanan Ledesma is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Sabon De Organica. Her love for natural and organic soaps began in 2010 and inspired her to engage in selling organic bar soaps in the country. Her vision is to make quality and affordable organic soap accessible to more people in the Philippines.
Her interest in starting her own business began in 2017. She always believed that organic soaps should not be prohibitively expensive, allowing more people to enjoy their health benefits.
She aims to share the benefits of her organic soaps with Filipinos, especially those with dry, oily, or acne-prone skin, to help them increase their self-esteem and confidence.
Sabon De Organica is also environmentally conscious, using 100% recyclable and eco-friendly... More
Sherry Ann Aquino Contreras' journey began with a hobby she cherished - arts and crafts. In November 2022, her former bank supervisor admired her Christmas decorations and proposed a collaboration, sparking her entrepreneurial spirit. Discovering air-dry clay in June 2023 opened new creative avenues. Her simple keychain creation marked the start of a venture. Embracing continuous learning, she's amazed by the positive response to her products and grateful for the opportunity to express herself and help others. Now, as a proud member of Iskaparate, she is grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the community.
The SINING KAPE and KULTURA is an organization of Filipino Coffee Artists in the Philippines that was formed to continue to promote the brilliance and talent of Filipino coffee artists and at the same time cross its broad identity to continue to expand awareness about art using the sustainable and unique medium that Filipinos really love and one of the prime beverage in locale, which is COFFEE. Sining Kape and Kultura are composed of coffee artists from the Philippines ranging from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao who come together for a common cause and advocacy of promulgating the rich Philippine Culture and the Arts and its heritage, spreading awareness on the sustainability and innovation with the use of the very unique brews and stain of one of the leading beverage worldwide, extending help and support to local coffee farmers as well as uplifting our very own coffee, Kapeng Barako which is known scientifically as Liberica, and lastly an immediate answer to the worsening threat to our environment, the... More
With the aim of bringing Palawan's renowned delicacy, Marinated Danggit, to Metro Manila, Lucky Bucket focuses on introducing and supplying this frozen treat. Known locally as Lamayo, it's a beloved favorite in the province, often found in hotel restaurants and cherished as a top pasalubong for tourists. Sourced directly from Coron, Palawan, Lucky Bucket ensures meticulous processing and packaging in a safe environment.
Despite starting as an online venture due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lucky Bucket has garnered remarkable demand and positive feedback for Lamayo from valued customers. The company has rapidly expanded its reach, establishing wholesalers and resellers in NCR and
nearby provinces. Satisfied clients attest to the meaty, crunchy, and flavorful qualities of Lucky Bucket's product.
Responding to customer requests, Lucky Bucket has broadened its offerings to include more Premium Palawan Seafood products like Tahong Meat, Dried Danggit, and Pusit. They've also introduced... More