To foster team efforts, they undertake events in the office so people look forward to milestones. Antonio Ernesto " Anton " Floirendo Lagdameo Jr. (born January 22, 1968) is a Filipino politician and businessman serving as the Special Assistant to the President since June 2022 in President Bongbong Marcos ' administration. I was younger than my daughter now, says Reena, playfully defending herself while looking pointedly at Danni. This makes the DAMOSA management so personal. He muses, I would not say that Ive done everything I ever wanted to do in this life because I believe that life is a never-ending challenge, which will inspire you to strive for more. With that kind of mindset, we can be sure that our ambassador will keep working to the utmost on our behalf. Many of these recipes are family recipes, although with many members having special recipes of their own. 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. (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.) Linda describes that some of her fondest memories in the kitchen would be when her mother would be visiting and would cook for everyone. Your email address will not be published. He is married to Antonio Ernesto F. Lagdamo Jr., a politician, and businessman who was a three-term congressman of the 2nd District of the Davao del Norte. 33.5k Followers, 267 Following, 173 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Anton Lagdameo (@aflagdameo) Anton Lagdameo (@aflagdameo) Instagram photos and videos aflagdameo He is a member of the wealthy Floirendo clan in Southern Mindanao. 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.". 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.. During that time, what is black is black. Ambassador Antonio Lagdameo and his wife, Linda Floirendo-Lagdameo. These include the first subdivision consisting of 177 house and lots, commercial areas, banana and aqua culture and a professional agriculture school. There are things he learned in business: malasakit (compassion or concern) and integrity. *This article was originally published in Metro Society March 2019 issue. Cristina F. Brias President - Hospitality and CSR Operations Ma. 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. He felt that his calling was in the world of business. But that is not to say that Linda could not match her mothers talent, as Danni declares Lindas beef stew exemplary. He is married to actress Dawn Zulueta, and is a member of the wealthy Floirendo clan in Southern Mindanao. All rights reserved. A good percentage of our leaders are not family members and some board members are not family. 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. Hopefully, the school will open in 2020. Respondent Rodolfo Bolanio was employed as company driver by petitioner corporation in 1992 and was assigned to the residence of its senior vice-president Linda F. Lagdameo at Dasmarias Village, Makati City. Along with the standard responsibilities expected of a diplomats spouse, she also promotes Philippine destinations, products, and cultural initiatives at various functions. His experiences also opened his eyes to the myriad possibilities that appeared whenever nations cooperate and interact with each other. Her husband Antonio Lagdameo has been ambassador to the United Kingdom twiceonce from 2009 to 2010, and then again in 2017. 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. It will be an agri-tourism project complete with residential, commercial, school, among other amenities. 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. The ambassador recalls his audience with her. With his work now in Damosa, Lagdameo has no choice but work in Davao for most of the week. Her eyes glint with the sort of mischief that holds the innocence of a child, as she recollects her childhood. You have people of different talents and backgrounds; and you have a team where everyone knows his or her role in achieving the organisations objectives. Its funny because my mother never used those words, clarifies Reena. Initially, people get curious but I saw lots of people coming back, he adds. 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. In 2000, the family started developing industrial parks and hotels making DAMOSA reached a full-scale real estate company. Prices could range from the low side of P5.5 million and a high of P16 million for the upscale model. When they were entertaining a lot of guests and dignitaries, and you see a little five-year-old in the middle sitting next to Lola, Reena continues.I was an ugly child, says Linda, squinting her face at the thought of the imagethe right amount of self-deprecation that is considered charming and lady-likeone that doesnt linger for compliments but instead carries the conversation forward. 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. Lagdameo is the fifth child of seven kids of Linda Floirendo Lagdameo, daughter of Floirendo Sr. Even the products and lifestyle of the people have become more sophisticated, more diverse and people are becoming savvy in their investments. We see good investment opportunities that can be found in Mindanao, says Lagdameo. In addition, agri tourism is also being supported by the government. 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. But they both feel that there is still so much to do with regard to their work representing the nation abroad. The economy is doing good and Davao is the fastest growing region since 2009. In 2009, Great Britain was still reeling from the impact of the global financial crisis of 2007. He recalls his idyllic childhood in the Makati of yesteryears. ANFLOCOR Chairperson Ms. Linda Floirendo-Lagdameo and ANFLOCOR SVP Mr. Ricardo Floirendo turned over yesterday, March 20, 2019, the said food packs to the Province, represented by Gov. Linda R. Floirendo, is the eldest child of the late Don Antonio O. Floirendo who was known as the Banana King of the Philippines. Lagdameo is conscious enough to stay on course. The 50th golden wedding anniversary celebration of Philippine Ambassador to the United Kingdom Tonet Lagdameo and. Antonio Lagdameo, Jr. news, gossip, photos of Antonio Lagdameo, Jr., biography, Antonio Lagdameo, Jr. partner list 2022. . UPLB will be offering studies for post graduates and agriculture professionals. Dahil ba insider si Rodriguez at marami na s'ya I also walked past the . All Rights Reserved. According to the ambassador, his first stint came at an economically and politically difficult time for the UK. Personal Information Complete Name -> Antonio Floirendo Lagdameo Jr. They are now in the final planning stage to start development by next year. 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. Even Danni has taken to the kitchen as a baker. Davao grew at an average of 8 percent and above for the last 10 years, way higher than the national GDP. Philippine Ambassador to London Antonio Lagdameo and his wife, Linda Floirendo Lagdameo were among the VIP guests who led in the ribbon-cutting ceremony at exactly 9:30 a.m. (London time) on Thursday, May 20, 2021. Lagdameo enjoys their company. In recent years, the company has been recognized by various award giving bodies for its achievements in the property sector. 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. Work was not too difficult, the most difficult was being away from family, says the young executive, whose wife and two young kids are staying behind in Manila. Were seeing a resurgence of agriculture students especially that the current thrust of the government is agriculture. I mentioned [to her] that when we went to greet her after the race,we did not tarry as we felt she may be upset over the loss, and she remarked, In this game, you must remember that you win some, you lose some, and with a gesture with her fingers, she said, but the loss was just by a nose., Aside from being a horse racing aficionado, our ambassador is also an orchid fan. 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. In 2014, he became vice-president of Damosa Land where he led the company and all its strategic efforts under his uncle Ricardo Floirendo. Philanthropist, Chairperson, ANFLO Management and Investment Corporation. Muralla cor Recoletos Sts. Damosa Land 360, a new feature in the companys. I moved about six years ago, he adds. All three women agree that whether its from a generation above or below, the most enduring lesson they have learned from each other is to adapt and be patient. 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 is renowned as the politicianhusband of renowned actress Dawn Zulueta and one of the scions of the wealthy Floirendo family in Mindanao. They have allotted 3 hectares for the banana showcase only. In 2012, I got my bachelor ?s degree in Architecture from Bicol University and was one of the. Even the products and lifestyle of the people have become more sophisticated, more diverse and people are becoming savvy in their investments. And he found out that working for the family is fun as he enjoyed presenting new ideas. This means, he is in Davao from Monday to Friday then fly back to Manila on weekends. It will be an agri-tourism project complete with residential, commercial, school, among other amenities. But as we got older, we did realize the value of it because otherwise wed bepretty spoiled brats, she says with a laugh. People, who excel, also are recognized but not to the extent of alienating certain employees. We use cookies to improve your browsing experience. They were born and raised in Manila and went to the best schools in the country. Ricardo Lagdameo or Cary to his friends holds an MBA from Columbia University and worked as an investment banker before joining the family business. They were born and raised in Manila and went to the best schools in the country. I want to say, Reena, relax. He is married to actress Dawn Zulueta, and is a member of the wealthy Floirendo clan in Southern Mindanao. The Floirendos still have some properties outside of Mindanao but they would like to focus in Davao and General Santos City. He himself saw changes unfolding in Davao. I was 13! I moved about six years ago, he adds. 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. He is married to actress Dawn Zulueta, and is a member of the wealthy Floirendo clan in Southern Mindanao. 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. 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 . I would just tell them how I would like it done but I am more of listening of what their ideas are and how they would execute the project on their own, he adds. 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. Lots are available in 400 and 350- square meters with the smallest at 200 sqms. As a company, they also undertake a lot of outreach programs through the Antonio Floirendo Foundation where they conduct medical mission, build schools, grant scholarships as well as mangrove planting and coastal clean-up. Antonio Ernesto Anton FloirendoLagdameo, Jr. (born January 22, 1968) is a Filipino politician and businessman. So for me, this a good time, he adds. But you have to learn how to play, learn how to deal with family politics. Licad (third from left) with Childhope Philippines' SherwinO, president; Teresita Silva . Your TADECO Bananero family is wishing you a wonderful day filled with love, peace and. Local developer sees Davao growing faster than national average. For instance, Damosa is now focusing on the development of AGRIYA, an 88-hectare master planned complex with an agricultural theme. They also enjoy being able to think on their own and execute projects because I do not micro manage. A post shared by Christina Trillana-Lagdameo (@tina_lagdameo) . The third generation Floirendos are little by little taking care some of the family businesses with the help of some professional managers. The lunch was held at the chic members-only Manila House, naturellement, at BGC. Lagdameo, for his part, remembered visiting Davao on special family occasions only. Davaoenos have really come of age, says Lagdameo noting that 35 percent of their units at Agriya have been sold to the locals already. Lagdamo is a grandson of "banana king" Antonio Floirendo Sr., one of Ferdinand Marcos' cronies, through the former's daughter Linda Floirendo-Lagdamo. The veteran diplomat is the father of former Davao del Norte Rep. Antonio "Anton" Lagdameo Jr. , new special assistant to the President. But for Ambassador Lagdameo, his wife Linda Floirendo-Lagdameo has been with him every step of the way. 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. Mom would peek under (the bed cover) and the duvet was all crumpled, andbut it looked neat on top! Investments for the first phase would be around P3 billion to P4 billion. 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. He was mainly tasked to transport Lindas daughter, Regina Floirendo Lagdameo, to and from her work at Sky Cable in Quezon City. It gave him the wake-up call. 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. 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. Whether you like it or not, you have to do it, so just do it, and its over with, explains Reena more diplomatically. Must also have the ability to appreciate the position of the party you are conferring with so as to be able to intelligently but positively get your point across. Although he did not mention it, it can be assumed that a liberal sprinkling of charm, of which we Filipinos seem to innately possess, helps. With his work now in Damosa, Lagdameo has no choice but work in Davao for most of the week. The economy is doing good and Davao is the fastest growing region since 2009. Tourists will get to know what went into the banana production, there is so much that go into the process, he adds. 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.. There is a different energy to the city, you can feel the vibrancy and excitement. As an authority on the art of diplomacy, Ambassador Lagdameo cites the key skills of a good diplomat. He may not be able to get automatic approval for his plans, but the family has been very supportive as they are now diversifying their products, and not just contented with the agri business. Daughter of Antonio Manuel and Maria-Linda (Floirendo) Lagdameo. 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. Damosa always tries its best to be a model in real estate developments and in putting their brand forward. "I remember they were drying the cement for the sidewalk, says Linda Lagdameo, as we sit in the dining room of her family home. They have allotted 3 hectares for the banana showcase only. That day came in 2012 when his grandfather passed away. 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. So, I told myself to make a transition to the family business, he recalls. Antonio Ernesto "Anton" Floirendo Lagdameo Jr. was born on January 22, 1968 (age 54 years) in Tagum, Philippines. Work was not too difficult, the most difficult was being away from family, says the young executive, whose wife and two young kids are staying behind in Manila. 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. He is a devoted public servant whose civic pa 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. 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. 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. In continuing the pioneering legacy of our founder, Antonio O. Floirendo, Sr., Damosa Land, Inc. shall solidify its position as Mindanao's leading developer of real estate products and services designed to enhance the socio-economic development and uplift the quality of life in the region. Agriya is located in Panabo, a 20-minute drive from Davao City. Lagdameo sees more opportunities in Davao. It will showcase the intricacies from planting bananas to harvesting down to packing for eventual shipment of the fruit. As most of the other Ambassadors to the UK will agree, Her Majesty the Queen is always such a presence. Already, Lagdameo has successfully achieved an annual revenue growth of over 500 percent for the company from 2013-2018. Reena recalls one of the responses Danni gave in school when asked what two values her family taught her. At Agriya, house and lot buyers are encouraged to devote a portion of their lots to planting vegetables that they can sell to the commercial establishments in the complex. One of the hallmarks of the diplomatic service is the ability to speak one or more foreign languages. 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.. Your email address will not be published. Manolo M. Lopez, also known as MML to friends and peers, current chairman of Rockwell Land, former chairman, president and CEO of Meralco and former ambassador to Japan, celebrated his 80th. First and foremost, everything we do always have a certain sense of malasakit and integrity. He replies, The aspect of my job that I like the most is meeting and interacting with my counterparts resulting in positive outcomes to what our negotiations were about, therefore getting the satisfaction of having done your job successfully.. Especially with the three older ones, confirms Reena. 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. Throughout his diplomatic career, she has played a crucial role by his side. transport Linda's daughter, Regina Floirendo Lagdameo, to and from her work at Sky Cable in Quezon City. What is white is white. Our Patron, Madame Maria Linda Floirendo Lagdameo sent her warmest wishes to the strong and lovely ladies of FWA-UK on IWD 2022. I stepped in it so that it had my footprints, she says. He kind of looked at him from afar probably out of respect, not of fear. But you have to learn how to play, learn how to deal with family politics. In fact, even among our ASEAN brothers, we find more and more that they are making efforts to speak and read Spanish as it is another language of diplomacy!. To foster team efforts, they undertake events in the office so people look forward to milestones. Fast and FREE people search provides current address, phone, email, relatives, criminal records, public records & more. Now, Agriya will showcase a banana plantation, production and packing to demonstrate what goes into the banana processing. By having this kind of campus, we keep our graduates within Mindanao, he adds. 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 He was the Representative of Davao del Norte's 2nd district from 2007 to 2016. 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. BOX769. Lagdameo is the fifth child of seven kids of Linda Floirendo Lagdameo, daughter of Floirendo Sr. I ask her to elaborate further, and she jokes that there are probably not enough pages to fill out with her antics. 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Lagdamo is a grandson of 'banana king' Antonio Floirendo Sr., one of Ferdinand Marcos' cronies . Go through it, cry it out, thats okay, continues Reena. I would just tell them how I would like it done but I am more of listening of what their ideas are and how they would execute the project on their own, he adds. Unlike his grandparents, the third generation had their Manila upbringing. It is like commuting on a weekly basis because he needs to be on the ground. Required fields are marked *. He says, My philosophy in life something I learned from both my late father and my late father-in-law: Nothing is impossible in this world the impossible will just take a little longer, which also translates to: If at first you dont succeed, try and try again. Therefore I have learned that if there is something you are trying to accomplish, you shall achieve it eventually so long as you persevere and never take no for an answer!, The young Antonio was a student at the University of the Philippines. Linda explains that her mother was the more lenient one, while her father the disciplinarian. We continue to put agriculture in our projects, says Lagdameo. 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. His family lived in Forbes Park, which was and still is, the enclave of the affluent. Mr. and Mrs. Lagdameo have seven children Antonio Jr., a company president, married to movie actress Dawn Zulueta; Maria Elena, a lawyer, married to Irish-American Brian Hogan; Maria Regina Victoria, a businesswoman; Jose Manuel, a company manager, married to Cecilia Tuason Guingona; Ricardo Luis, a company vice-president; Maria Isabel Dominique, a marketing director, married to Brendan Murphy; and Caterina Beatriz, a doctor. There is a different energy to the city, you can feel the vibrancy and excitement. I can see all the outpouring of support and it affects the community he helped and it was very inspiring. 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. 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. So Im like, what am I supposed to play? I think, as you get older, you learn to understand, says Linda of her mellowing out with her own grandchildren. Please comment. 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. These include the first subdivision consisting of 177 house and lots, commercial areas, banana and aqua culture and a professional agriculture school. Because otherwise shell still do what she wants.. Davaoenos have really come of age, says Lagdameo noting that 35 percent of their units at Agriya have been sold to the locals already. As a company, they also undertake a lot of outreach programs through the Antonio Floirendo Foundation where they conduct medical mission, build schools, grant scholarships as well as mangrove planting and coastal clean-up. 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. We had all these sayings (in the house). Damosa has donated 3 hectares for the UP facility as well the first building. He laid down the foundation that is why it has been a conscious effort of the second and third generation to make opportunities to partake the growth of the business.. You get to promote Philippine culture and values through activities that range from an intimate dinner to a diplomatic reception, she explained. He was the Representative of Davao del Norte's 2nd district from 2007 to 2016. See our. His forebears names echo colonial Philippines. 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. There is no why. Unlike now., Reena agrees, as she and her teenage daughter Danni exchange looks. We are from Mindanao so our roots are firmly planted and we are invested in Davao. Linda F. Lagdameo Chairperson - ANFLO Group of Companies Vicente R. Floirendo President - ANFLOCOR, UniFinance, President and CEO - TADECO, ABC, DAI, SECURUS, Pitrade, PAHECO, WADECOR Ma. On weekends, Lagdameo spends time with family to make up for his absence during the work days. Theres an old, old photo (somewhere), starts her daughter Reena. 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.