Winners of the 2008 Citi Microentrepreneur of the Year Awards, a nationwide search for outstanding Filipino microentrepreneurs, was announced today in the awarding ceremony held at the Metropolitan Museum, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Complex, Manila. Continue reading →
Henry Bayaua
National Awardee, Maunlad Category
After several years as a helper in metal crafts enterprises in San Manuel, Isabela, Henry Bayaua formed his own agricultural equipment business named Henrico Metal Craft. Henry’s enterprise manufactures agricultural equipment such as rice threshers, kuliglig, and trailers. He used his initial loan from First Isabela Cooperative Bank (FICO Bank) to purchase new tools and equipment to boost his production. Henry provides livelihood to 15 regular employees and has recently opened a branch in Libertad, Cagayan. Continue reading →
Jennilyn Antonio
National Awardee, Maunlad Category
Born out of an experiment, Jennilyn’s peanut butter manufacturing business now supplies to a popular bakery chain in Metro Manila. A recipe formulated in her own home, Jennilyn’s peanut butter is sold under the EHJE Brand in various size containers targeted towards specific market segments. The business produces eight tons of peanut butter per month. The loans she took from the Rural Bank of Mabitac were used to purchase several equipment and machinery that raised production volume and enhanced the quality of her peanut butter. Continue reading →