We are a professional organization, he adds. For instance, Damosa is now focusing on the development of AGRIYA, an 88-hectare master planned complex with an agricultural theme. 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. Oh yes, mommys beef stew is really good, emphasizes Reena. FONDLY KNOWN by many simply as Reena, the daughter of Antonio Lagdameo Sr. and Linda Floirendo (Don Antonio Floirendo's eldest daughter) uses her background in media production and design, her previous experience working with international and local corporations, as well as her work with her father that brought her across the globe, in hopes of With that, it is time for me to go, and Danni thanks me for coming and stands up to walk me to the door. Career Ambassador Antonio and Mrs Linda Lagdameo in front of their official residence in London's Victoria Square Ambassador Lagdameo's concern for the wellbeing of others had its roots in his youth when he considered a career in medicine at the University of the Philippines. Now, Agriya will showcase a banana plantation, production and packing to demonstrate what goes into the banana processing. Damosa has become one of the most successful businesses in the country. Even in terms of real estate developments, Lagdameo said Davao no longer lags behind other big cities. Theyd make us play the piano. Lagdameo is the fifth child of seven kids of Linda Floirendo Lagdameo, daughter of Floirendo Sr. DAVAO CITY, Philippines - Southern Mindanao's banana magnate Antonio Floirendo Sr. died of pneumonia at the St. Luke's Medical Center Friday night. They were born and raised in Manila and went to the best schools in the country. They speak of continuing the provision of mobile consular services to make the processing of expatriates documents and concerns easier and more convenient, regardless of where they are in Great Britain. 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. One widely renowned personality the ambassador has met is Queen Elizabeth II. So, we have that personal touch, he adds. READ: EXCLUSIVE: Andi Eigenmann Steps Away From The Limelight To Live The Life She Wants Now, And Lolas turkey stuffing! As the saying goes, an apple doesnt fall far from the tree, an adage most appropriate for our UK ambassador who has followed in his fathers footsteps, the late Ambassador Ernesto V. Lagdameo. The ambassadors siblings are Ernesto Jr., Enrique, Maria Teresa, Maria Josefina and Jose Maria. Muralla cor Recoletos Sts. Antonio Lagdameo is the fourth of six children of Ernesto Lagdameo and Pilar Revilla de Lagdameo who were both natives of Manila. Dahil ba insider si Rodriguez at marami na s'ya 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 I stepped in it so that it had my footprints, she says. Hopefully, the school will open in 2020. Initially, people get curious but I saw lots of people coming back, he adds. YES PHILIPPINES PUBLICATIONS. All rights reserved. So, we add more push to continue in that path.. But they both feel that there is still so much to do with regard to their work representing the nation abroad. Linda Lagdameo takes pride in her role as the wife of an ambassador of the Philippines. In 2000, the family started developing industrial parks and hotels making DAMOSA reached a full-scale real estate company. Hopefully, the school will open in 2020. She had three toddlers at the same time. It also helped that in school, a lot of my schoolmates were also Spanish-speaking so we would generally end up conversing in English, Pilipino or Spanish., The ambassadors fluency in the language of the conquistadores has served him well in his role as ambassador to Spain and to Mexico. They all chime in with their favorite dishes that she would make. Lagdameo enjoys their company. I was born in Tabaco, Albay, Philippines. For those considering a similar path in the service of the nation, A mbassador Lagdameo has a bit of ad vice: Be patient with the bureaucratic hoops you have to jump; make sure you harness your peoples talents and abilities by giving them time to shine; and always decide and act with the interest of the Philippines in mind.. The 50th golden wedding anniversary celebration of Philippine Ambassador to the United Kingdom Tonet Lagdameo and his wife, adorable Linda Floirendo-Lagdameo, was low-key but impressive and heartwarming. In recent years, the company has been recognized by various award giving bodies for its achievements in the property sector. Danni graciously walks me to the door and wishes me well for the rest of my Sunday, and I walk down the driveway feeling grateful to have been witness to the generational tradition. Jobel ride at the back of the horse to bless the whole race track with his holy . Most surprisingly, there are more similarities than differences between running a private company and managing an embassy, he says. Although their roots are really from Davao, Lagdameo was born and raised in Manila. Linda explains that her mother was the more lenient one, while her father the disciplinarian. The Filipino ambassador to the Court of St. James, His Excellency Ambassador Antonio M. Lagdameo is a fluent Spanish speaker, having spoken the language since childhood. They were born and raised in Manila and went to the best schools in the country. Damosa always tries its best to be a model in real estate developments and in putting their brand forward. A good percentage of our leaders are not family members and some board members are not family. came to the United States, 1983. It gave him the wake-up call. On my return from school in the afternoon, said note would have the appropriate corrections in case of grammatical errors, which my mother would point out to me therefore, lesson learned! We continue to put agriculture in our projects, says Lagdameo. We would also ride around our subdivision with other children of our neighbours. That sense of malasakit is very important, says Lagdameo. Even Danni has taken to the kitchen as a baker. Even in terms of real estate developments, Lagdameo said Davao no longer lags behind other big cities. 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. He was mainly tasked to transport Lindas daughter, Regina Floirendo Lagdameo, to and from her work at Sky Cable in Quezon City. Lagdameo is conscious enough to stay on course. So, if anyone who knows us for this rich agricultural heritage, we use that to our advantage and our partners know that they dont just deal with me but family members. While his grandfather was a well-known businessman in the country, particularly in Mindanao, Lagdameo admitted there was little interaction he had with him. We sit at a rectangular table with a glass surface, all an even distance apart. . Theresa R. Floirendo Member of the Board Head of Environmental Concerns for AOFF Even the products and lifestyle of the people have become more sophisticated, more diverse and people are becoming savvy in their investments. With his work now in Damosa, Lagdameo has no choice but work in Davao for most of the week. Ford, however, left in the 80s so his grandfather transitioned into the real estate business in 1992. Based on the survey results that DAMOSA conducted on potential buyers of Agriya, the relevance of bananas was consistently cited as a very important crop for Davao del Norte. If your guests leave with a better appreciation of the Philippines, then you know you have done your part. As the daughter of the banana magnate Antonio Floirendo Snr, Lagdameo is also a member of one of Mindanaos most prominent families and is chairman of her fathers investment company, Anflo Management and Investment Corporation. 100% FREE! According to the ambassador, his first stint came at an economically and politically difficult time for the UK. Damosa and UP have signed a memorandum of agreement in 2017. For instance, Damosa is now focusing on the development of AGRIYA, an 88-hectare master planned complex with an agricultural theme. 33.5k Followers, 267 Following, 173 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Anton Lagdameo (@aflagdameo) Anton Lagdameo (@aflagdameo) Instagram photos and videos aflagdameo Along with the standard responsibilities expected of a diplomats spouse, she also promotes Philippine destinations, products, and cultural initiatives at various functions. Its funny because my mother never used those words, clarifies Reena. Our Patron, Madame Maria Linda Floirendo Lagdameo sent her warmest wishes to the strong and lovely ladies of FWA-UK on IWD 2022. Prices could range from the low side of P5.5 million and a high of P16 million for the upscale model. Being an established company in Mindanao, there was not much of a challenge for a Floirendo heir. He is survived by his wife Nenita and children, former Davao Norte congressman Antonio Floirendo, Jr., Linda Lagdameo, Maricris Brias, Ricky, Vincent and Marissa. But his aptitude for business would lead to a Bachelors Degree in Accountancy from the University of the East in 1964 and, subsequently, graduate studies in Business Administration at the Ateneo de Manila. While there were chores that they were all expected to do on their own daily, such as making their own beds. First and foremost, everything we do always have a certain sense of malasakit and integrity. Ambassador Antonio and Mrs Linda Lagdameo in front of their official residence in Londons Victoria Square. To foster team efforts, they undertake events in the office so people look forward to milestones. This makes the DAMOSA management so personal. 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. There was a soul searching involved, says Lagdameo of his decision to join and work in the family business in Davao. He is a member of the wealthy Floirendo clan in Southern Mindanao. Married in 2003 to JM (son of Ambassador Tonet Lagdameo and Linda Floirendo), Cecilia embarks on yet another business, this time with her husband, forming JMCML International Trading Corp. Go through it, cry it out, thats okay, continues Reena. There are lots of opportunities and the market is big enough and our roots are really there in Mindanao so we are doing so much even if we do not go out, he adds. 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. The 50th golden wedding anniversary celebration of Philippine Ambassador to the United Kingdom Tonet Lagdameo and. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. UPLB will be offering studies for post graduates and agriculture professionals. He was that type of person., It was a personality trait that reflected the times, she thought out loud. 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. Now, Agriya will showcase a banana plantation, production and packing to demonstrate what goes into the banana processing. Reena explains: Were a family of foodies.. Lagdameo has observed that lots of people had been visiting Davao out of curiosity on what has been happening in the premier city of the south. There are things he learned in business: malasakit (compassion or concern) and integrity. The second district of Davao del Sur, on the other hand, has known no other representative but the Bautistas. 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. One of the hallmarks of the diplomatic service is the ability to speak one or more foreign languages. They are now in the final planning stage to start development by next year. 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. After graduating from his Pre-Med course, he went on to the first year of medical school, but being a doctor was not his hearts desire. I also walked past the . That is why despite the big players from Manila that entered Davao, Lagdameo is confident they have the advantage as a local player, who knows Davaoenos so well. With his work now in Damosa, Lagdameo has no choice but work in Davao for most of the week. 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. Maria's ethnicity is Asian American, whose political affiliation is unknown; and religious views are listed as Christian. Davao grew at an average of 8 percent and above for the last 10 years, way higher than the national GDP. Damosa has become one of the most successful businesses in the country. But even as the company turned to become a big real estate firm driving developments in Mindanao, Lagdameo said they are always reminded of their roots in agriculture. Being an established company in Mindanao, there was not much of a challenge for a Floirendo heir. They are currently based in New York City, and celebrated their wedding in December 2018 in Manila. 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. In 2009, Great Britain was still reeling from the impact of the global financial crisis of 2007. 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. Your email address will not be published. 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. 2023 Tatler Asia Limited. In addition, agri tourism is also being supported by the government. They also enjoy being able to think on their own and execute projects because I do not micro manage. 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 . People, who excel, also are recognized but not to the extent of alienating certain employees. 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. Diplomats the world over will agree that life overseas can be difficult. They are now in the final planning stage to start development by next year. Must be open-minded! 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. I was younger than my daughter now, says Reena, playfully defending herself while looking pointedly at Danni. My dad spoiled me, too., Though this was not without balance. I knew that one day I would, I just did not know when, but I told myself that at a certain point I have to start paying my dues after all the family business was set up for generations to partake in, he adds. So for me, this a good time, he adds. "Thank you for making time for this occasion. Her eyes glint with the sort of mischief that holds the innocence of a child, as she recollects her childhood. What wife would not want that in her man? 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. As an authority on the art of diplomacy, Ambassador Lagdameo cites the key skills of a good diplomat. In 2000, the family started developing industrial parks and hotels making DAMOSA reached a full-scale real estate company. Agriya is located in Panabo, a 20-minute drive from Davao City. Filipinos are also starting to observe healthy diet so they like to grow their own vegetables organically, he adds. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Damosa has grown tremendously over the past six years and is considered the market leader in Mindanao real estate business. Ever the gracious hostess, she interrupts herself to make sure we have enough water or food on our plate, despite our protests that we are more than sated. Reena recalls one of the responses Danni gave in school when asked what two values her family taught her. P.O. In the UK, where we have many workers, we introduced livelihood and financial literacy training programmes to many of our kababayans to enable them to become entrepreneurs later on, he adds with pride. But it certainly has given the Lagdameos a deep sense of fulfilment. This makes the DAMOSA management so personal. 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 He is married to actress Dawn Zulueta, and is a member of the wealthy Floirendo clan in Southern Mindanao. Indeed, their shared reputation earned them the title of Most Prominent Couple at the 5th Philippine Tatler Ball in 2006. Linda describes that some of her fondest memories in the kitchen would be when her mother would be visiting and would cook for everyone. Maria's reported annual income is about $150 . 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. He would expect project heads to be efficient in capital expenditures. People are into backyard and sustainable farming. Were seeing a resurgence of agriculture students especially that the current thrust of the government is agriculture. Copyright 2022. A post shared by Christina Trillana-Lagdameo (@tina_lagdameo) . Philippine Ambassador to the United Kingdom Tonet Lagdameo and wife Linda. Your TADECO Bananero family is wishing you a wonderful day filled with love, peace and. I think, as you get older, you learn to understand, says Linda of her mellowing out with her own grandchildren. The Floirendos still have some properties outside of Mindanao but they would like to focus in Davao and General Santos City. If you feel bad, fine, let it out, but after that, its like, okay, thats enough. 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. 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