So, we have that personal touch, he adds. Lagdamo is a grandson of "banana king" Antonio Floirendo Sr., one of Ferdinand Marcos' cronies . He is a devoted public servant whose civic pa One widely renowned personality the ambassador has met is Queen Elizabeth II. These include the first subdivision consisting of 177 house and lots, commercial areas, banana and aqua culture and a professional agriculture school. Please comment. Also present were Anflocor president Alexandar Valoria, Vincent Floirendo, Board of Directors Marissa Floirendo and Linda Lagdameo, Vice-President on Corporate Affairs Maricris Brias and Davao del Norte 2nd District Representative Anton Lagdameo, who even helped Fr. His nephew, Antonio Floirendo, Jr. took over from 1998 to 2007 and another nephew Antonio Floirendo Lagdameo, Jr., is now running for a third term. came to the United States, 1983. Being an established company in Mindanao, there was not much of a challenge for a Floirendo heir. Damosa has donated 3 hectares for the UP facility as well the first building. Your email address will not be published. Nickname -> Anton Birth Date -> January 22, 1968 (Age 54) From 2008 to 2010, he worked for investment firm CLSA Exchange Capital as an investment banking associate. Even if we had help, Id say, Do your bed before you go to school. So here comes Reena, the bed looks made, so I look under (the bed cover) narrates Linda. She is the chairperson of the ANFLO Group of Companies, which is into banana export, meat processing, real estate development, and many other business interests. These include the first subdivision consisting of 177 house and lots, commercial areas, banana and aqua culture and a professional agriculture school. Civic-oriented philanthropist Nene Leonor hosted a relaxed lunch for the one-of-a-kind couple from old wealth pedigree Ambassador to London Antonio "Tonet" Lagdameo and his adorable wife Linda Floirendo Lagdameo. I was younger than my daughter now, says Reena, playfully defending herself while looking pointedly at Danni. Copyright 2022. More so because she was a younger parent. They also enjoy being able to think on their own and execute projects because I do not micro manage. Anton Lagdameo is a Filipino business executive, politician and government official. We just dont build a building to sell, but there is always a deeper meaning in everything we do to be able to do with meaningful impact. But as we got older, we did realize the value of it because otherwise wed bepretty spoiled brats, she says with a laugh. He is married to actress Dawn Zulueta, and is a member of the wealthy Floirendo clan in Southern Mindanao. This gave her five years of being her with her parents, constantly present in their daily lives, whether they were at fancy dinners, company outings, meetings, or even on the field. Your TADECO Bananero family is wishing you a wonderful day filled with love, peace and. Then, the next thing you know, mom comes and says, Get back out there, and entertain the guests! Im like, I dont know what to talk about!, Linda shrugs, I had to do it myself when I was growing up., Or worse, adds Reena. Under his leadership, DLI has launched several milestone projects in Davao such as its first agro-industrial estate, its first condominium project, the first flexible workspace solution in Davao, and other mixed-use projects, which includes Agriya, the first master-planned agri-tourism development in the Davao region. They have also given OFWs the opportunity to interact with high-level visitors from home at the embassys regular Kapihan sa Pasuguan (Coffee at the Embassy) townhall gatherings. He is renowned as the politicianhusband of renowned actress Dawn Zulueta and one of the scions of the wealthy Floirendo family in Mindanao. I can see all the outpouring of support and it affects the community he helped and it was very inspiring. People around PBBM, esp his family, are already pissed with Vic Rodriguez pero bakit hindi nila ma-drop in a Leo Sebastian fashion? He would expect project heads to be efficient in capital expenditures. Our children are all grown and are pursuing their individual careers and interests, so you could say we are feeling a sense of having an empty nest, Mrs Lagdameo admits. Newlyweds Isabel and Brendan Murphy first met at New York University's Stern Business School, and a few short years later, the two became a couple. His family lived in Forbes Park, which was and still is, the enclave of the affluent. transport Linda's daughter, Regina Floirendo Lagdameo, to and from her work at Sky Cable in Quezon City. Theres an old, old photo (somewhere), starts her daughter Reena. . "Thank you for making time for this occasion. I moved about six years ago, he adds. Our thrust is to keep on growing the business, says Lagdameo, who finished high school and college at the Ateneo de Manila and an MBA at the Columbia University in New York. But when your country demands service of you, Im sure the patriot in you will never be able to say no.. With his work now in Damosa, Lagdameo has no choice but work in Davao for most of the week. Even the products and lifestyle of the people have become more sophisticated, more diverse and people are becoming savvy in their investments. She does nice cookies, says her Lola Linda proudly. There is a different energy to the city, you can feel the vibrancy and excitement. Ricardo "Cary Lagdameo, Anthony Sasin, Vincent Floirendo, Ricky Floirendo, Mayor Al David Uy, Maricris Floirendo Brias and Marissa Floirendo IN AN effort to promote local development and continue being the region's partner on its road to recovery, Davao-based property developer Damosa Land, Inc. (DLI) officially launched Bridgeport on . The ambassadors wife, Ma. Reena recalls a blackboard that had all the kids names listed on it and arranged by age, with the chores they would be assigned to for that day, which could range from setting or cleaning up the table, doing the dishes, cleaning the silver and more. Linda R. Floirendo, is the eldest child of the late Don Antonio O. Floirendo who was known as the Banana King of the Philippines. They hope to deliver the first few units by 2020. In 2012, I got my bachelor ?s degree in Architecture from Bicol University and was one of the. Agriya is located in Panabo, a 20-minute drive from Davao City. She said that this year's theme, 'Leadership Through Adversity' resonates with the current times. The Floirendos, who are from Davao, are into fruit exporting, but JM and Cecilia saw an opportunity to penetrate local fruit distribution. I was kind of naughty.. He was also responsible for bringing in several foreign investors into various Damosa Land projects in the Davao region, including its agro-industrial park, Anflo Industrial Estate. Lagdameo, for his part, remembered visiting Davao on special family occasions only. It will be an agri-tourism project complete with residential, commercial, school, among other amenities. That, and having seven children (no two alike, says Linda, which is what she was told by her sister-in-law who has eight children) requires patience. The son of former Philippine envoy to Mexico, Spain and the Court of St. James Antonio M. Lagdameo and Linda Floirendo (eldest daughter of the late banana mogul Don Antonio O. Floirendo and wife Doa Nenita P. del Rosario), Rep. Antonio F. Floirendo, Jr. is the second person in the family and the third in the clan to join politics.Preceding him . By having this kind of campus, we keep our graduates within Mindanao, he adds. In 2021, Linda Lagdameo and her husband attended the opening of a new Jollibee branch in Leicester Square. A good percentage of our leaders are not family members and some board members are not family. He himself saw changes unfolding in Davao. We would love to know your thoughts. They also have a team of 130 people, mostly from Davao. The Floirendo family is one of the most recognizable names in business. Third generation RICARDO Cary FLOIRENDO LAGDAMEO has taken the challenge of helping the second generation preserve the family legacy and further expand the family business. But it certainly has given the Lagdameos a deep sense of fulfilment. Our buyers are assured 100 percent that we are always there for them, adds Lagdameo who is active playing golf if he is not running to de-stress himself. There are things he learned in business: malasakit (compassion or concern) and integrity. Tourists will get to know what went into the banana production, there is so much that go into the process, he adds. Certain things I find myself doing the same because I think two of the most important things that we grew up with were respect for elders and integrity, so those are things that we want to ingrain in our children as well.. As most of the other Ambassadors to the UK will agree, Her Majesty the Queen is always such a presence. Especially with the three older ones, confirms Reena. Indeed, Floirendo fulfilled his vision as he produced and sold bananas to the world from his Davao plantation. Madame Linda Floirendo Lagdameo, wife of Philippine Ambassador to the United Kingdom Antonio Manuel Lagdameo joined fellow spouses of the ASEAN Heads of Mission in London at the ASEAN London Committee (ALC) Spouse's Coffee Morning on 05 July 2018. When asked what a typical day for him is like, he replies, I arrive at the Embassy a few minutes before 9 a.m. to review the schedule for the day and proceed to go over communications, then review and approve what report and other correspondence have to be sent out. The Colonel was a very keen polo player and we would see him and his team on Sundays during the polo season at the Manila Polo Club where we would also have Sunday swimming competitions.. Ability to negotiate without being argumentative. He says, I grew up speaking Spanish to my parents. They have allotted 3 hectares for the banana showcase only. BOX769. Damosa always tries its best to be a model in real estate developments and in putting their brand forward. Apart from Lagdameo, another kin of a known associate filters in Marcos' list of donors through James Gerard O. de Jesus who donated P10 million in . My grandfather was such a serious, stern person so I chose to kind of stay away, but it never stopped us from learning so much from him and seeing his effect on communities and families, says Lagdameo. TomasBatangas, Call Center Philippines: Advanced Data Analytics The rocket fuel that powers CX, Back-Office Philippines: How RPA Is transforming outsourcing, Homebuyers and investors troop to SMDCs Date Night with Erik Santos, Aboitiz-led Dinginin plant negotiating for 3rd EPSA with Meralco, DBM allots P4-B fuel subsidies for transport, agri, The agricultural landscape of the Philippines, IPOPHL, P&G to intensify anti-counterfeiting. They also have a team of 130 people, mostly from Davao. In 2000, the family started developing industrial parks and hotels making DAMOSA reached a full-scale real estate company. Licad (third from left) with Childhope Philippines' SherwinO, president; Teresita Silva . Damosa Land 360, a new feature in the companys. It will showcase the intricacies from planting bananas to harvesting down to packing for eventual shipment of the fruit. The Sandiganbayan added that Section 14, Article VI of the Constitution states that members of the House of Representatives are prohibited from having direct or indirect financial interest in contracts . Antonio Lagdameo is the fourth of six children of Ernesto Lagdameo and Pilar Revilla de Lagdameo who were both natives of Manila. Its funny because my mother never used those words, clarifies Reena. Among the neighbours then were Gen. Carlos P. Romulo and the Zobel de Ayala families who were the developers of Makati. On weekends, Lagdameo spends time with family to make up for his absence during the work days. His work in the corporate sector was, nevertheless, a good foundation for the career he found himself in later on in life. As an authority on the art of diplomacy, Ambassador Lagdameo cites the key skills of a good diplomat. In 2014, he became vice-president of Damosa Land where he led the company and all its strategic efforts under his uncle Ricardo Floirendo. Under his leadership, DLI has launched several milestone projects in Davao such as its first agro-industrial estate, its first condominium project, the first flexible workspace solution in Davao, and other mixed-use projects, which includes Agriya, the first master-planned agri-tourism development in the Davao region. In 2000, the family started developing industrial parks and hotels making DAMOSA reached a full-scale real estate company. Marie Rachel Salman Taleon, professionally known as Dawn Zulueta is a 50-year-old Filipina film-television actress, host, and commercial model. DAMOSA is now considered a development company that aims to improve the lives of the people in Mindanao. Linda Lagdameo Philanthropist, Chairperson, ANFLO Management and Investment Corporation Apart from being the wife of Philippine Ambassador to the UK Antonio Lagdameo, Linda Lagdameo is also a philanthropist and advocate Linda Lagdameo takes pride in her role as the wife of an ambassador of the Philippines. It could have gone either way and for him to stay on that path and do business without shortchanging anyone around him, but helped them grow, I always long to follow that, he adds. It would not be going too far to say that the ambassador and his wife are looked up to as parental figures by the Filipino community in the UK, given their constant concern for their welfare and growth. UPLB will be offering studies for post graduates and agriculture professionals. He always looks up to his Lolo for being the game-changer of his generation.What I definitely admired most about him is he had the propensity to build something out of nothing, says Lagdameo as he noted that his grandfather gambled his life when he decided to take the challenge to go to Mindanao. Antonio Ernesto "Anton" Floirendo Lagdamo Jr. (born January 22, 1968) is a Filipino politician and businessman who was a three-term congressman of the 2nd District of the Davao del Norte. But you have to learn how to play, learn how to deal with family politics. 33.5k Followers, 267 Following, 173 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Anton Lagdameo (@aflagdameo) Anton Lagdameo (@aflagdameo) Instagram photos and videos aflagdameo Shes just like, Play., Thats terrible, no? asks Linda, self-aware as she looks back on the reflection of Reena. At both my presentations of credentials to Her Majesty, the subject of our conversation was very personal wherein she recounted the win of my father-in-laws horse, Mango Manila, over one of her horses at Ascot several years ago. It is like commuting on a weekly basis because he needs to be on the ground. Lagdameo is the fifth child of seven kids of Linda Floirendo Lagdameo, daughter of Floirendo Sr. From 2008 to 2010, he worked for investment firm CLSA Exchange Capital as an investment banking associate. (The family has a penchant for cooking as much as eating, and often share in the family chat group the photos of dishes they made themselves or those they ate.) He was the Representative of Davao del Norte's 2nd district from 2007 to 2016. More of, she taught us the value of hard work.. His late grandfather was among the pioneers who embraced the land of promise with the vision to make it as the worlds production hub for agricultural produce. Continuing to use this site means you agree to our use of cookies. Since then, he has also served as the countrys chief emissary to Spain and the United Kingdom. Linda describes that some of her fondest memories in the kitchen would be when her mother would be visiting and would cook for everyone. As a child, Lagdameo was fully aware of his heritage. The Floirendo family is one of the most recognizable names in business. For instance, Damosa is now focusing on the development of AGRIYA, an 88-hectare master planned complex with an agricultural theme. But for me, it was just a matter of adjusting to work styles and of not being afraid to take on new businesses to benefit the company and how to get them to buy into the business which has been there in Davao for so long, he says. Happy Mother's Day to Doa Nenita Floirendo, Ma'am Linda Floirendo-Lagdameo and Ma'am Maricris Floirendo-Brias! Career We are from Mindanao so our roots are firmly planted and we are invested in Davao. Of course in Spain, since we were ruled by Spain for close to four centuries, we are considered by them as their little brown brothers and treated and accepted as such. Today, a third-generation Floirendo is running the real estate arm of that empire: Ricardo Lagdameo, son of Linda Floirendo-Lagdameo and Antonio Lagdameo, is the president of Damosa Land, Inc . His late grandfather was among the pioneers who embraced the land of promise with the vision to make it as the worlds production hub for agricultural produce. With that, it is time for me to go, and Danni thanks me for coming and stands up to walk me to the door. By then, he had ample experience with regard to being at the helm of an agency in the Foreign Service, as well as representing the countrys interests in the highest levels of society. People are into backyard and sustainable farming. Local developer sees Davao growing faster than national average. Indeed, Floirendo fulfilled his vision as he produced and sold bananas to the world from his Davao plantation. I would go around with my dad while he was starting his businesses. They all chime in with their favorite dishes that she would make. Third generation RICARDO Cary FLOIRENDO LAGDAMEO has taken the challenge of helping the second generation preserve the family legacy and further expand the family business. He felt that his calling was in the world of business. He now realized he should have visited as often as I should. Lagdameo remembered visiting Davao three times a year only during his childhood days. Investments for the first phase would be around P3 billion to P4 billion. Ford, however, left in the 80s so his grandfather transitioned into the real estate business in 1992. While his grandfather was a well-known businessman in the country, particularly in Mindanao, Lagdameo admitted there was little interaction he had with him. 100% FREE! And I get stage fright. That sense of malasakit is very important, says Lagdameo. Petitioners' subsequent effort to visit respondent in his residence and to assure him that he was not dismissed from work was futile and did little to rectify the situation. Mr. Floirendo said he wants "to unite the Lower House in fully backing the Duterte administration [in its bid to] realize its dreams for the Filipino people in the three remaining years.". Hopefully, the school will open in 2020. We see good investment opportunities that can be found in Mindanao, says Lagdameo. Thus far, the highlights of my second tour of duty in London include the opportunity to present my credentials to Her Majesty [Queen Elizabeth II] for a second time, he says. Linda Lagdameo takes pride in her role as the wife of an ambassador of the Philippines. Prior to his role in Damosa Land, Lagdameo started his career as an investment banker. They are now in the final planning stage to start development by next year. We are a professional organization, he adds. He says, My wife and I have always admired orchids and have actively participated in orchid shows of the Philippine Orchid Society, and enjoy seeing the different orchids grown all over the world.. He is a member of the wealthy Floirendo clan in Southern Mindanao. 5 SINGAPORE Ms. Zarina Varukatty SLOVAKIA Mrs. Andrea Mlynrov SLOVENIA Mrs. Petra erovnik Malovrh SOLOMON ISLANDS Mr. Augustine Wilson Waetara SOMALIA Permanent Representative is married The second district of Davao del Sur, on the other hand, has known no other representative but the Bautistas. Lagdameo sees more opportunities in Davao. However, despite the economic downturn and thepolitical turmoil at the time, the Philippines was still considered a viable investment destination for British corporations. Even the products and lifestyle of the people have become more sophisticated, more diverse and people are becoming savvy in their investments. Liked by Mayen Elena Lagdameo-Hogan Very honored to have been invited to speak at the The Economist's 2022 Global Treasury Leaders Summit Americas in New York on April 26th and 27th See our. Isabelle Daza on Motherhood, Podcasting, and K-Love, 10 Best Chinese Restos For Mid-Autumn Festival 2022, KD Estrada And Alexa Ilacad Recreate The "Corpse Bride" For Halloween, Metro.Style #HipAndHappeningMoms 2019: Amanda Griffin-Jacob, This Adoption Story Speaks Volumes About A Mother's Boundless Love For Her Child. I do take the time to explain certain things, Reena says. Being a diplomat has its perks, among which is the high probability of meeting famous people. Lagdamo is a grandson of "banana king" Antonio . Lagdameo has observed that students and agriculture people still go to UP Los Banos for further studies creating a brain drain for Mindanao. My grandfather was such a serious, stern person so I chose to kind of stay away, but it never stopped us from learning so much from him and seeing his effect on communities and families, says Lagdameo. Her husband Antonio Lagdameo has been ambassador to the United Kingdom twiceonce from 2009 to 2010, and then again in 2017. There may be people who want to call on me, or meetings/conferences to attend at noon, or evening receptions. He also goes to sessions at the International Maritime Organisation where he is the Permanent Representative of the Philippines. This is made possible as lot sizes are bigger than in the ordinary subdivisions. He kind of looked at him from afar probably out of respect, not of fear. A Mother's Day 2019 Special: The Lagdameo Women (Linda With Daughter Reena & Granddaughter Danni) On Their Fondest Memories Together PEOPLE Society Personalities Bea Carmela May 3, 2019, 11:37 AM "I remember they were drying the cement for the sidewalk," says Linda Lagdameo, as we sit in the dining room of her family home. I want to say, Reena, relax. No, you have to figure out what youre going to do then you move on. Danni nods in agreement, saying that it has definitely made her more independent. This means, he is in Davao from Monday to Friday then fly back to Manila on weekends. I was 13! Lagdameo and his wife, Maria Linda Floirendo-Lagdameo, were welcomed at the Heathrow Airport Terminal by David Pearey, Special Representative of the Foreign Secretary, Protocol Directorate, Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO); Charg d'Affaires Gilberto Asuque; Consul General Senen Mangalile; and Administrative Officer Maria Theresa Jesusa Your email address will not be published. Antonio Floirendo Jr., Lagdameo's uncle, was also a top donor of former President Rodrigo Duterte when he ran and won in 2016. Damosa has donated 3 hectares for the UP facility as well the first building. What wife would not want that in her man? The sitting room at the ambassadors residence, I should have been enjoying my retirement after many years in the private sector and a long experience in business, he admits ruefully. Halloween Costumes You Can Purchase Online Right Now! Apart from Lagdameo, another kin of a known associate filters in Marcos' list of donors through James Gerard O. de Jesus who donated P10 million in cash. Ambassador Lagdameo has formally commenced his duties as non-resident Philippine Ambassador to Ireland by presenting to President Higgins the letter from President Rodrigo Duterte signifying the Ambassador's appointment. FEBRUARY is one of the two coldest months, the other being January, Ambassador Antonio M. 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The UPLB facility is meant for further studies of agri professionals and graduates in Mindanao because UP does not want to compete with other agricultural schools in the region. Damosa has grown tremendously over the past six years and is considered the market leader in Mindanao real estate business. They also enjoy being able to think on their own and execute projects because I do not micro manage. He opened his remarks by giving a greeting to the United Kingdom and Northern Islands Ambassadors Antonio M. Lagdameo, and Madam Maria Linda Floirendo-Lagdameo. This makes the DAMOSA management so personal. A good percentage of our leaders are not family members and some board members are not family. Two-time ambassador to the court of St. James, Tonet Lagdameo, who also happens to be the brother-in-law of MML, arrived with his lovely wife, Linda Floirendo-Lagdameo. According to Lagdameo, he knew from the very start that he would be giving up his corporate job outside of the family business. Were seeing a resurgence of agriculture students especially that the current thrust of the government is agriculture. Antonio Floirendo, Sr.(November 20, 1915 - June 29, 2012) was a Filipino entrepreneur and landowner whose main business was his 6000-hectare banana plantation in Panabo, Davao del Norte, Philippines, earning him the his title as the "banana king" during the dictatorship of Ferdinand Marcos. There was a soul searching involved, says Lagdameo of his decision to join and work in the family business in Davao. It was the academicand social critic Camille Paglia who said ambassadors have always been symbolic incarnations of the sovereignty of their nations and the dignity of their leaders. If one were to apply these words to Antonio M Lagdameo Snr, current Philippine ambassador to the Court of St James in the United Kingdom, the Philippines would be seen as a dynamic entity that is rooted in tradition, honed by a great deal of experience in working with other nations, and one that looks forward to a progressive future. She taught us the value oflearning from the bottom up.. Lots are available in 400 and 350- square meters with the smallest at 200 sqms. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I moved about six years ago, he adds. According to the ambassador, his first stint came at an economically and politically difficult time for the UK. From 2010 to 2014, he served as the chief investment officer for IP Ventures, Inc., an investment holding firm that has subsidiaries operating in the information technology and IT-enabled services space. Linda recalls being the baby for a long time, having been the firstborn, with her brother being born five years after she was. Initially, people get curious but I saw lots of people coming back, he adds. But not so many knew that his grandfather was also into the industrial side of business having engaged in the dealership of Ford vehicles called Davao Motor Sales or DAMOSA. But they both feel that there is still so much to do with regard to their work representing the nation abroad. A post shared by Christina Trillana-Lagdameo (@tina_lagdameo) . What does our envoy like most about his work? Philanthropist, Chairperson, ANFLO Management and Investment Corporation. They were born and raised in Manila and went to the best schools in the country. The ambassador also reminisces about visits to a military reservation and the elite Manila Polo Club. Philippine ambassador to the United Kingdom Antonio Lagdameo and his wife Linda Floirendo Lagdameo talk about putting the nations best foot forward overseas, The Lagdameos are treated to a warm welcome in the streets of London. Lagdameo, married to actress Dawn Zulueta, was a businessman first before becoming a politician, as three-term congressmanfor the 2nd distrct of Davao del Norte. And breathe through it.. While there were chores that they were all expected to do on their own daily, such as making their own beds. You get to promote Philippine culture and values through activities that range from an intimate dinner to a diplomatic reception, she explained. The Floirendo-Lagdameo family grew up in the kitchenwhether to cook, eat, snack, or simply converge. Linda explains that her mother was the more lenient one, while her father the disciplinarian. It will be an agri-tourism project complete with residential, commercial, school, among other amenities. 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