TopNewsAsia April 2025 Cover Story: Celebrating the “Men of the Year”

TopNewsAsia proudly unveils its April 2025 issue, shining the spotlight on six exceptional individuals who are setting new standards in leadership, innovation, and public service. This year’s “Men of the Year” cover story honors movers and shakers who have become the talk of the town—not just for their achievements, but for their relentless work ethic, often burning the midnight oil in pursuit of progress.

From transformative governance to impactful entrepreneurship, each honoree has demonstrated unwavering commitment to excellence:

• George Erwin Mojica Garcia, Chairman of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), is lauded for his visionary leadership in reshaping electoral processes, enhancing transparency, and upholding democratic integrity.
• Bienvenido Y. Rubio, Commissioner of the Bureau of Customs (BOC), is recognized for steering major reforms that modernized customs operations and elevated the country’s trade facilitation standards.
• Romeo D. Lumagui Jr., Commissioner of the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), earns his spot for driving tax reforms that streamlined compliance and boosted public trust in the agency.
• Brian Poe Llamanzares, Chairman of FPJ Panday Bayanihan, is applauded for his trailblazing work in business and philanthropy, empowering communities through innovative social programs and entrepreneurial ventures.
• Raymond “RS” Francisco, Co-founder of Frontrow Philippines, stands out for his entrepreneurial acumen and continued efforts in promoting wellness, proving that business success can go hand in hand with social impact.
• Samuel Salonga Verzosa Jr., also known as Sam Verzosa Jr., Co-founder of Frontrow Philippines and dedicated public servant, is celebrated for his unique ability to bridge the worlds of enterprise and civic duty with purpose-driven initiatives.

Asia Leaders Awards “Men and Women of Power and Purpose List” at the cover of Rising Tigers Magazine August -September 2024 issue

Tag Media Group, publisher of Rising Tigers Magazine and Producer of Asia Leaders Awards when conceptualizes an activity, it must be different from the previous. The team who are composed of young and dynamic leaders will not settle for less. So for the Asia Leaders Awards this year with a theme “Men and Women of Power and Purpose” List, showcasing sustainability, peace and economic strength, the team partners with the Indonesia Embassy headed by His Excellency Indonesia Ambassador Agus Widjojo. 

The event’s welcome address was delivered by the co owner of Rising Tigers Magazine, Dr. Brian Poe Llamanzares and mentioned that he is proud for the magazine’s frequent presentation of featured leaders, it means  that more people can be reached to influence and to do more good for the country by being inspired by these leaders we have today. 

Rising Tigers Team Made Waves In Seoul, Korea

The board and co-owners of Rising Tigers Magazine visited Korea as part of the Philippines Korea Economic Council (PhilKorec) business delegation. 

Representing their own companies; Robert Laurel Yupangco of Yupangco Group, Brian Poe Llamanzares of Pantheon Holdings, Atty. Arnel Mateo of ADM & Partners Data Privacy and Consulting Inc., Sarah Mateo of SPD Jobs, Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas of Tag Media Group and Andria Terese Nicolas of Rising Tigers Magazine Inc. 

The delegation goal is to expand their business through partnership or joint venture with the companies in South Korea. 

Activities includes the company visits in the following to check their technology; SD Bio Technologies, HD Hyundai Energy Solution and Deepnoid.