“You get in life what you have the courage to ask for.” — Oprah Winfrey
Dr. Mildred Vitangcol is truly an inspiring woman.
St. Peter Group of Companies president and CEO York Vitangcol and wife Dr. Mildred Vitangcol with Remy Vande Vusse.
Growing up, the hardworking Mildred, chairman of St. Peter Life Plan Inc., always knew she wanted to be a doctor. Encouraged by her upbringing in a nurturing environment, she has devoted her entire life to caring for her patients and the people around her, earning the respect of the Philippine medical community.
Recently, Mildred was named one of the Philippine Empowered Men and Women 2019 (PEMW) awardees at the ceremony held at the Music Museum in San Juan City, adding yet another feather in her cap.
Giselle Sanchez, Wowie Roxas and Myla Tsutaichi.
The honor was bestowed to individuals who have made a mark and excelled in their chosen fields and vocations. It was also created with the intention of reaching out to less privileged children who are suffering from serious illnesses.
Congratulations, Dr. Mildred!
All things Russian
(From left) Inna and Ksenia Gavrilenko, Russian artist Natalya Bronzova, fashion designer Joyce Pilarsky, Kathy Mas, Fabiana Yan and Maria Victoria Peñas.
An unforgettable celebration of Russian art, culture and tradition was held recently at the Isabella Ballroom of the Makati Shangri-La Manila.
The event, called the Russian Ball, now on its second year, was graced by the who’s who in government, business, and social sectors.
The talented Russian artist Natalya Bronzova showcased her artworks with a stunning exhibit, while statuesque fashion designer Joyce Pilarsky presented her show-stopping gold-and-yellow-themed gowns, which were worn on the runway by Russian and Filipino models.
It was an unforgettable commemoration of all things Russia.
Congratulations to the organizers of the wonderful Russian Ball!
Celebrating Elsa & Lourdes
(Seated, from left) Josie Go, celebrators Elsa Ang and Lourdes Yao with Connie Haw; (standing, from left) Julie Choa, Arlene Chan, Myrna Yao, your columnist, LetLet Go, Agile Zamora, Robina Ko-Tan and Ayna Ong.
A beauteous group of ladies affectionately called “Johnny’s Best Buddies” recently held a birthday celebration in honor of its beloved members Elsa Ang and Lourdes Yao.
Held at the Grand Kitchen in Grand Hyatt Manila in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, the party was a delightful celebration of two charming women who have inspired many with their lives.
Many happy returns, dear Elsa and Lourdes!
Greetings
Happy birthday to our celebrators today, STAR’s Christine Dayrit and City of Dreams Manila VP for public relations Charisse Chuidian.
Advance birthday greetings to Arsenic Laurel, Rañing Bautista, Suzie Moya-Benitez, April 1; Steve Cu-Unjieng and former UNESCO Philippines Secretary General ambassador Preciosa Soliven, April 2; Valerie Dy, April 3; Nerissa Carbonel Berba, Gloria Diaz and Irene Martel Francisco, April 5; W&L Corp. CEO Ralph Patrick Dy, April 6.
So, how was your week?
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