When I was appointed as an ambassador for Philippine Made, Proudly Mine, my first thought wasn’t about the recognition or the title. It wasn’t about adding another line to my résumé or another feather to my cap. My first thought was about the people. The countless hardworking Filipinos who create, innovate, and push boundaries—many of whom will never step on a stage, never receive applause, never have their names written in bold letters.

And yet, it is their hands, their talent, their grit that carry this nation forward. They are the ones who turn raw materials into artistry, who turn challenges into opportunities, who hold on to hope when times get hard. They are the real story behind every product proudly stamped Philippine Made.So when I was given this title, I knew instantly—it is not about me. It’s about them.