Today is the launching of the short film 'The dream that beat a volcano', showing Vicente Leal, a resident of the Canary Islands who has been fighting since 2021 to fulfill a dream that the volcano took away
LA PALMA, Spain, Dec. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks three years since the end of a roaring volcano on the island of La Palma in the Canaries. During the 85 harrowing days of its activity, more than 5,000 people were evacuated, around 1,000 homes destroyed, and it nearly ended the dream of Vicente Leal, a resident of the small Spanish island with the home closest to that volcano's crater.
For 30 years, Vicente dedicated all his time and savings to build a house on a piece of inherited land, in the middle of an incredible Canarian forest and overlooking the sea. He dedicated all his efforts to turning that little paradise into a house, but in September 2021, the Earth had other plans.
The volcano erupted right behind his house, and Vicente watched as the lava flow approached, burying it under a blanket of ash. The volcano threatened to take away the dream of his life, but he refused to give up. Together with his family and the help of some friends, he entered the area in the middle of the eruption, and just with a shovel, he set the goal of uncovering the chimney, as to never lose sight of the house, to be able to find it afterwards.
This year, Vincente was still struggling with the daunting task of removing the mountains of dark ash ejected by the volcano to regain his dream. He then decided to record a video to seek help. Macaronesian Gin, the only Canary Island gin made with water filtered through volcanic galleries, answered his call and launched this initiative to fight for our dreams, and help Vicente to fulfill his.
Today, together with the short film 'The dream that beat a volcano', Macaronesian Stories aims to raise funds to help Vicente and his neighbourgs affected by the volcano rebuild their dreams in an archipelago hewn from volcanic activity spanning millions of years. The initiative has been supported by personalities from the Canary Islands to showcase the spirit of solidarity and resilience of the people of this volcanic land. Several participated in an encounter this week at Vicente Leal's plot, the first meeting held in the house since the eruption, which is featured in the short film. Actors, musicians, designers and artists experienced a unique and exciting encounter, with the shared goal of fighting for all of our dreams while also celebrating life.
Find here a B-roll video for TV
Website: macaronesianstories.com
Video: https://youtu.be/NyEv1PdAaYs?feature=shared
Press contact:
Rosa Piqueras, +34 646 92 84 74
Beatriz Pavón, +34 675 82 54 31
comunicacion@mrgoldwind.com
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Macaronesian Stories, a moving campaign to rebuild a dream buried by La Palma's volcano in the Canary Islands
Macaronesian Stories, a moving campaign to rebuild a dream buried by La Palma's volcano in the Canary Islands
MANILA, Philippines, Dec. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2024 Philippines Chapter celebrated the achievements of remarkable Filipino business leaders and enterprises on December 11 at Hilton Manila. Organized by regional NGO Enterprise Asia, the APEA is Asia's largest and most prestigious award networking platform, spanning 16 markets annually.
This year, the APEA focused on "Celebrating Inclusive Entrepreneurship", recognizing visionary business leaders and organizations whose initiatives and strategies have actively contributed to the realization of an inclusive entrepreneurship ecosystem in the Philippines.
A distinguished panel of judges meticulously evaluated over 150 nominees, assessing each entrepreneur and organization based on their coherence. This rigorous process determined the winners across four categories: Master Entrepreneur, Inspirational Brand, Fast Enterprise, and Corporate Excellence.
Since 2007, the Awards has been organized all over the region with past recipients comprising Taiwan's Douglas Tong Hsu, Hong Kong's Francis Lui and Lawrence Ho, TTC Vietnam's Dang Van Thanh, Thailand's Supaluck Ampuj, Cuckoo Malaysia's Hoe Kian Choon, Indonesia's Hary Tanoesoedibjo and Mochtar Riady, India's Adi Godrej, and the Philippines' Dennis Anthony Uy.
"As we recognize the outstanding achievements of our awardees, we celebrate their unwavering determination, resilience, and ingenuity. Their stories inspire us to envision a future where success is shared and opportunities are universal," the Chairman of Enterprise Asia, Dr. Fong Chan Onn, announced in an uplifting welcome speech.
Manuel B. Villar, Jr., Chairman of Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc., received the prestigious Entrepreneur Of The Year Award for his contribution in shaping a better livelihood for the Filipinos. Regarded as the 'Father of the Philippine Real Estate Industry', Villar's companies have built more than 500,000 houses for middle-class Filipino families. Today, he continues to dedicate his life towards ensuring the life path he took from poverty to success may be experienced by all Filipinos.
Award winners under the Master Entrepreneur category include Gil G. Chua, Group Chairman & CEO of DDB Group Philippines and Enrico Dee, President & CEO of Foodee Global Food Concepts, who were honored for their outstanding leadership.
Century Pacific Food, Inc., Hilti Philippines Inc., and Watsons Personal Care Stores (Phils.), Inc. were among the recipients of the Inspirational Brand award. Businesses recognized under the Fast Enterprise category include DigiPlus Interactive Corp. and I-Fern Corporation. Lastly, among the top companies taking home the Corporate Excellence award were GOAC Group Of Companies and Nimbyx.
PR Newswire was the Official News Release Distribution Partner for the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards 2024 Philippines Chapter. Media partners included BusinessWorld, Dailywire.asia and SME Magazine.
AWARD RECIPIENT LIST OF THE ASIA PACIFIC ENTERPRISE AWARDS (APEA) 2024
PHILIPPINES CHAPTER
ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR CATEGORY
NAME
COMPANY
INDUSTRY
MANUEL B. VILLAR, JR.
CHAIRMAN
VISTA LAND & LIFESCAPES, INC.
PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT
MASTER ENTREPRENEUR CATEGORY
NAME
COMPANY
INDUSTRY
DR. VICTORIA G. BELO
FOUNDER, CEO, AND
MEDICAL DIRECTOR
BELO MEDICAL GROUP
BEAUTY & PERSONAL
CARE
ALEX A. MABAQUIAO, JR.
CEO
BLUERISE HOLDING ENT.
CORP.
PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT
GIL G. CHUA
GROUP CHAIRMAN &
CEO
DDB GROUP PHILIPPINES
PROFESSIONAL &
BUSINESS SERVICES
ENRICO DEE
PRESIDENT & CEO
FOODEE GLOBAL FOOD
CONCEPTS
FOOD & BEVERAGE
DR STEVE MARK GAN
CHAIRMAN & CEO
GAOC GROUP OF
COMPANIES
HEALTHCARE,
PHARMACEUTICAL &
BIOTECHNOLOGY
TOMMANNY TAN
PRESIDENT & CEO
I-FERN CORPORATION
DIRECT SELLING
PAOLO KALAW
FOUNDER & CEO
NIMBYX
HEALTHCARE,
PHARMACEUTICAL &
BIOTECHNOLOGY
ELMER M. LAPEÑA
EXECUTIVE MANAGING
DIRECTOR
SAGA PH
PROFESSIONAL &
BUSINESS SERVICES
SHELMAR KITCH LA
VICTORIA
CEO & CO-FOUNDER
SMART HOME PHILIPPINES
CONSTRUCTION
FRANCO M. PEDREGOSA
PRESIDENT & CEO
THE FIGTREE PROPERTIES
OPC
REAL ESTATE
DIANE ISABEL CHUA
MANAGING DIRECTOR
TRIBAL WORLDWIDE
PHILIPPINES
PROFESSIONAL &
BUSINESS SERVICES
RONNIE L. SIASOYCO
CHAIRMAN & CEO
TRION GROUP
ELECTRICAL &
ELECTRONICS
TENGKU JADEEYAH
ABANG
FOUNDER & CEO
TWIN RAMS MEDIA GROUP
OPC
PROFESSIONAL &
BUSINESS SERVICES
MATHIEU GUILLAUME
PRESIDENT & CEO
VIENOVO PHILIPPINES, INC.
AGRICULTURE
FAST ENTERPRISE CATEGORY
COMPANY
INDUSTRY
BENT AND BUZZ
PROFESSIONAL & BUSINESS SERVICES
BLUERISE HOLDING ENT. CORP.
PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT
DIGIPLUS INTERACTIVE CORP.
ENTERTAINMENT
I-FERN CORPORATION
DIRECT SELLING
NOVODENTAL
HEALTHCARE, PHARMACEUTICAL &
BIOTECHNOLOGY
S5 FRANCHISE SYSTEM INC.
INDUSTRIAL & COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS
SMART HOME PHILIPPINES
CONSTRUCTION
TRION TRADE, INC.
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS
VIENOVO PHILIPPINES, INC.
AGRICULTURE
INSPIRATIONAL BRAND CATEGORY
COMPANY
INDUSTRY
BELO MEDICAL GROUP
BEAUTY & PERSONAL CARE
BLUERISE HOLDING ENT. CORP.
PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT
CENTURY PACIFIC FOOD, INC.
CONSUMER GOODS
HILTI PHILIPPINES INC.
CONSTRUCTION
NIMBYX
HEALTHCARE,
PHARMACEUTICAL &
BIOTECHNOLOGY
RENT.PH
REAL ESTATE
RIPPLE8
PROFESSIONAL &
BUSINESS SERVICES
WATSONS PERSONAL CARE STORES (PHILS.), INC.
RETAIL
CORPORATE EXCELLENCE CATEGORY
COMPANY
INDUSTRY
DDB PHILIPPINES
PROFESSIONAL &
BUSINESS SERVICES
DIGIPLUS INTERACTIVE CORP.
ENTERTAINMENT
EXIST SOFTWARE LABS, INC.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS & ICT
GAOC GROUP OF COMPANIES
HEALTHCARE,
PHARMACEUTICAL &
BIOTECHNOLOGY
NIMBYX
HEALTHCARE,
PHARMACEUTICAL &
BIOTECHNOLOGY
SOUTHVILLE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AND COLLEGES
EDUCATION & TRAINING
VISTA LAND & LIFESCAPES, INC.
PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT
VIVENTIS SEARCH ASIA, INC.
PROFESSIONAL & BUSINESS
SERVICES
About Enterprise Asia
Enterprise Asia is a non-governmental organization in pursuit of creating an Asia that is rich in entrepreneurship as an engine towards sustainable and progressive economic and social development within a world of economic equality. Its two pillars of existence are an investment in people and responsible entrepreneurship. Enterprise Asia works with governments, NGOs, and other organizations to promote competitiveness and entrepreneurial development, uplift the economic status of people across Asia, and ensure a legacy of hope, innovation, and courage for future generations. Please visit www.enterpriseasia.org for more information.
About Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards
Launched in 2007, the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards is the region's most prestigious award for outstanding entrepreneurship, continuous innovation, and sustainable leadership. The Award provides a platform for companies and governments to recognize entrepreneurial excellence, hence spurring greater innovation, fair business practices, and growth in entrepreneurship. As a regional award, it groups together leading entrepreneurs as a powerful voice for entrepreneurship and serves as a by-invitation-only networking powerhouse. The program has grown to encompass 16 countries/ regions and markets all over Asia. For further information, please visit www.apea.asia.
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