CITY OF MALOLOS – Prominent Bulakenyo entrepreneurs were honored for their exceptional contributions to the province’s economic growth during the Most Outstanding Bulacan Businessmen (MOBB) 2025 Awards Night and Induction of BCCI Trustees, held on June 21 at The Pavilion, Hiyas ng Bulacan Convention Center.
The event, organized by the Bulacan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) in partnership with the Provincial Government of Bulacan, was themed “MOBB 2025: Empowering Excellence. Honoring Legacy. Shaping Tomorrow.”
It was graced by Senator-elect Paolo Benigno “Bam” A. Aquino IV, who commended both the awardees and event organizers for their steadfast commitment to fostering local business growth and driving innovation.
Among the event’s highlights were the Most Outstanding Bulacan Businessmen awardees, which were presented to Mr. Ernesto S. Vergel De Dios, founder of Big E Food Corporation, renowned for the popular Lemon Square snack; Mr. Toni Paulo A. Valenton of Power Fill Group of Companies, who transformed a small gas station in Malolos into a multi-location company with refineries in Quezon and Cebu; Mr. Francis C. Bajet of the Bajet-Castillo Group of Companies, recognized for his outstanding leadership in business and community impact; and N.B. Vinta Construction Corporation, honored for its excellence in construction and commitment to exemplary labor practices.
In addition, Most Promising Entrepreneurs were also celebrated including Mr. Richard Nixon C. Gomez of Bauertek Pharmaceutical Technologies Corp., recognized for pioneering treatments for previously untreatable diseases and Ms. Heidie Ricca C. Del Rosario of HTP Clothing Corp., acknowledged for leading the local production of personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The evening also featured the formal induction of the BCCI Board of Trustees, who pledged to continue promoting ethical business practices and fostering stronger partnerships with both government and community stakeholders.
In his address, Governor Daniel R. Fernando emphasized that the awardees serve as a testament to the resilience and perseverance of Bulakenyo entrepreneurs. Despite the challenges posed by the economic landscape, he commended them for creating jobs, contributing to community development, and serving as role models for sustainable progress in the province.
“Hindi lamang kayo mga negosyante, kayo ay tagapagdaloy ng pag-asa, tagapagtataguyod ng komunidad, at katuwang ng pamahalaan sa tunay na kaunlaran,” the governor said. (UnliNews Online)
