Lagdameo, for his part, remembered visiting Davao on special family occasions only. Indeed, their shared reputation earned them the title of Most Prominent Couple at the 5th Philippine Tatler Ball in 2006. That day came in 2012 when his grandfather passed away. Lagdameo is the fifth child of seven kids of Linda Floirendo Lagdameo, daughter of Floirendo Sr. Unlike his grandparents, the third generation had their Manila upbringing. 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. 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.. There was a soul searching involved, says Lagdameo of his decision to join and work in the family business in Davao. Even the products and lifestyle of the people have become more sophisticated, more diverse and people are becoming savvy in their investments. He says, While my interest in medicine was still there, it was not the life that I wanted to live. However, despite the economic downturn and thepolitical turmoil at the time, the Philippines was still considered a viable investment destination for British corporations. 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. READ: A Mother's Day 2019 Special: Angelette, Pauline, And Francine Calero On Their Mom, Gigi, But it wasnt discipline in the sense that if you did something wrong, youd get punished, Reena clarifies. And he found out that working for the family is fun as he enjoyed presenting new ideas. Tina is wife to Cary Lagdameo, son of Philippine Ambassador to London Tonet Lagdameo and wife Linda Lagdameo. on weekends, my brother and I would sometimes ride our bikes down Ayala Avenue and Buendia to see our friends and classmates from De La Salle College in Pennsylvania Street (now Leon Guinto Avenue). UPLB will be offering studies for post graduates and agriculture professionals. 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 As an authority on the art of diplomacy, Ambassador Lagdameo cites the key skills of a good diplomat. 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. Philanthropist, Chairperson, ANFLO Management and Investment Corporation. 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. 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. Must be open-minded! We feel there is nothing yet of this kind in Davao, says Lagdameo. His paternal grandfather was Bienvenido Lagdameo y Mondragon and his paternal grandmother was Adela Viejo de Lagdameo. Ambassador Lagdameo has been our countrys representative to the United Kingdom for four years now. 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. As I said, we grew up in the kitchen., Linda recalls, One time, I tried to cook adobo, and my two half-American grandchildren asked, Why is it like this?. 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.. I think, as you get older, you learn to understand, says Linda of her mellowing out with her own grandchildren. 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. Diplomats the world over will agree that life overseas can be difficult. The company took that seriously. If your guests leave with a better appreciation of the Philippines, then you know you have done your part.. These include the first subdivision consisting of 177 house and lots, commercial areas, banana and aqua culture and a professional agriculture school. YES PHILIPPINES PUBLICATIONS. Unlike his grandparents, the third generation had their Manila upbringing. With his work now in Damosa, Lagdameo has no choice but work in Davao for most of the week. 2023 ABS-CBN PUBLISHING, INC. AND ABS-CBN CORPORATION. The Floirendos, who are from Davao, are into fruit exporting, but JM and Cecilia saw an opportunity to penetrate local fruit distribution. 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. All rights reserved. By 9.30am, the group said there were around 300 people in line to try its signature crispy fried 'Chickenjoy', 'Jolly' spaghetti and chicken burgers, and even the Philippine ambassador to the UK Antonio M Lagdameo and his wife Linda Floirendo Lagdameo attended to open the restaurant. My dad spoiled me, too., Though this was not without balance. Lagdameo had been a familiar face in Marcos' presidential campaign and had also actively supported him in 2016, when he ran for vice president. 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! Just like we did! exclaim the two mothers. . His Excellency, Ambassador Antonio M. Lagdameo is an asset to the Filipino community in the UK. What is white is white. More so because she was a younger parent. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. While there were chores that they were all expected to do on their own daily, such as making their own beds. He is survived by his wife Nenita and children, former Davao Norte congressman Antonio Floirendo, Jr., Linda Lagdameo, Maricris Brias, Ricky, Vincent and Marissa. Prior to his role in Damosa Land, Lagdameo started his career as an investment banker. But I was like that with them naman., I think I see it in all of us children. 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. Most surprisingly, there are more similarities than differences between running a private company and managing an embassy, he says. Reena explains: Were a family of foodies.. 2023 Tatler Asia Limited. 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. I am thankful that as a child, if I had to send notes to my mom when I had forgotten to bring something to school, it would be written in Spanish. With their main roots in Davao courtesy of the late family patriarch Antonio Floirendo Sr., who braved the challenge to start the development of the then Wild Wild West Mindanao, another younger Floirendo is stepping up to continue fulfilling the challenge. By having this kind of campus, we keep our graduates within Mindanao, he adds. Maria Linda Lagdameo, Maria L Lagdameo, Maria L Flagdameo, Linda F Lagdameo and Linda Lagdameo are some of the alias or nicknames that Maria has used. I do take the time to explain certain things, Reena says. But you have to learn how to play, learn how to deal with family politics. 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. Investments for the first phase would be around P3 billion to P4 billion. And while some of their best memories surround food, Reena recalls in exaggerated frustration how much she hated when they would have guests over for dinnernot because of anything food-related, but because of her struggles as a child learning to figure out how to converse with the kids of her parents friends. 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 DAMOSA is now considered a development company that aims to improve the lives of the people in Mindanao. I would go around with my dad while he was starting his businesses. 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. It is a hectic life and, at times, a difficult one. He is married to actress Dawn Zulueta, and is a member of the wealthy Floirendo clan in Southern Mindanao. They were born and raised in Manila and went to the best schools in the country. His experiences also opened his eyes to the myriad possibilities that appeared whenever nations cooperate and interact with each other. Filipinos are also starting to observe healthy diet so they like to grow their own vegetables organically, he adds. He himself saw changes unfolding in Davao. Ambassador Lagdameos 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. We are from Mindanao so our roots are firmly planted and we are invested in Davao. In recent years, the company has been recognized by various award giving bodies for its achievements in the property sector. Linda says that she sometimes can see her own influence on Reenas parenting style. Lots are available in 400 and 350- square meters with the smallest at 200 sqms. 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. I am glad that it is my youngest child who is now a Doctor of Medicine and is living my dreams!. Damosa and UP have signed a memorandum of agreement in 2017. We see good investment opportunities that can be found in Mindanao, says Lagdameo. 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. To foster team efforts, they undertake events in the office so people look forward to milestones. "Thank you for making time for this occasion. Lagdameo sees more opportunities in Davao. The third generation Floirendos are little by little taking care some of the family businesses with the help of some professional managers. 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. 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. It is like commuting on a weekly basis because he needs to be on the ground. We sit at a rectangular table with a glass surface, all an even distance apart. Maria's ethnicity is Asian American, whose political affiliation is unknown; and religious views are listed as Christian. First and foremost, everything we do always have a certain sense of malasakit and integrity. He is married to actress Dawn Zulueta, and is a member of the wealthy Floirendo clan in Southern Mindanao. We continue to put agriculture in our projects, says Lagdameo. Likewise, the doors of our embassy in London are always open, giving expatriates a homeso to speakaway from home. But that is not to say that Linda could not match her mothers talent, as Danni declares Lindas beef stew exemplary. 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. 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. 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. Happy Mother's Day to Doa Nenita Floirendo, Ma'am Linda Floirendo-Lagdameo and Ma'am Maricris Floirendo-Brias! Throughout his diplomatic career, she has played a crucial role by his side. 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. A post shared by Christina Trillana-Lagdameo (@tina_lagdameo) . He remarks, It certainly helps. Damosa always tries its best to be a model in real estate developments and in putting their brand forward. In addition, agri tourism is also being supported by the government. I moved about six years ago, he adds. UPLB will be offering studies for post graduates and agriculture professionals. Lagdameo is the fifth child of seven kids of Linda Floirendo Lagdameo, daughter of Floirendo Sr. Antonio Floirendo Jr., Lagdameo's uncle, was also a top donor of former President Rodrigo Duterte when he ran and won in 2016. Linda describes that some of her fondest memories in the kitchen would be when her mother would be visiting and would cook for everyone. 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. 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. Even in terms of real estate developments, Lagdameo said Davao no longer lags behind other big cities. Ambassador Antonio Lagdameo and his wife, Linda Floirendo-Lagdameo. 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. It will showcase the intricacies from planting bananas to harvesting down to packing for eventual shipment of the fruit. Linda Lagdameo Q115591747) Especially with the three older ones, confirms Reena. 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. I would do the bed cover and the pillows, she says in between chuckles. 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. Antonio Lagdameo Jr.'s parents are Antonio Lagdameo and Linda Floirendo-Lagdameo. 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