The annual glitterati gala event dubbed as ‘the Oscars’ for Filipinos opens its doors once again to recognize Filipino individuals and well-loved brands by Filipinos in the region.
Expats from other nationalities have long regarded Filipinos as the hardworking, intelligent and optimistic group of professionals here in the UAE enough for a select few to be recognized by award-giving bodies here in the country.
This year, The Filipino Times Awards, the annual gala event, pushes the narrative for outstanding Filipinos to shine on the world stage once again as it will recognize individual Filipino trailblazers in their respective fields, as well as brands which Filipinos love across the region.
Now on its 5th year, the award-giving body dubbed as ‘the Oscars’ for Filipinos in the region has recognized and awarded hundreds of Filipinos who have made their mark and inspired almost a million Filipinos spanning all seven emirates.
The Filipino Times Awards is a testament to the ongoing advocacy of the publication to continue uplifting the image and to showcase the greatness of global Filipino professionals. Each Filipino here in the UAE is encouraged to nominate their fellow Filipinos whom they deem can be beacons of inspiration for future generations. To nominate your deserving candidate or a brand that you love, visit www.thefilipinotimesawards.com
Here are the thoughts of several awardees on their nomination back in 2018 as well as the significance that The Filipino Times Awards has brought them ever since:
“I felt honoured and happy to have been recognised as an eligible candidate for the Marketing Professional of the Year category. Being nominated is already a huge feat as there are a lot of promising Filipinos in the industry. It was also a humbling experience to go through the screening and judging process as it required me to further evaluate, assess and look back to my goals, achievements, challenges and opportunity areas. TFT Awards is the celebration of Filipino excellence and the amplification of our community’s current and future contributions to the region. It is not only an award giving body that recognises the talents in our small community pond, but a legitimate platform that makes promising Filipino talents shine in the world stage.”
– Joseph Alcantara, 2018 TFT Awards Marketing Professional of the Year
“It was a privilege and I am always thankful to be an awardee to this prestigious award giving body, The Filipino Times. It adds up to the improvement of my personality and career now and in the years to come. I wish that TFT would continue to recognize deserving individuals and groups who sincerely serve the community at their best because its impact is timeless and indeed significant to their lives and to the lives of the people around them. More power, TFT!”
– Arch. Rodel Ayala, 2018 TFT Awards Architect of the Year
“When I was informed that I was nominated as TFT Educator of the Year, I felt surreal and flabbergasted. I know that The Filipino Times is a highly reputed print and digital media in the Gulf. To be covered by TFT that time was already a rare privilege by itself because not everyone has that opportunity. My emotions were escalated much more, when I learned that I was shortlisted. Indeed, it was an affirmation that I made a distinct difference in the UAE community. Honestly, to even reach the shortlisting phase was a great achievement. Being awarded as The Filipino Times – Educator of the Year means a lot for me as a shaper of young minds. These young minds are the leaders of tomorrow and the strong pillars of every society they will be in. Furthermore, the award signifies that I am on the right track as an educator. It symbolizes inspiration to other educators across the Gulf, that even they are thousand miles away from their motherland, they can be a purveyor of light by doing their best to educate students to become productive and responsible citizens regardless of nationality, colors, religion or beliefs. Lastly, it is very significant till date because it was the season that my beloved mother passed away. Thus, my laurel or accolade was dedicated for her.”
– Dr. Nino Decenorio, 2018 TFT Awards Educator of the Year
“Being nominated for The Filipino Times Awards is a privilege and I feel honoured that my humble contributions to the Filipino community (in healthcare) here in UAE has been recognized. TFT has a remarkable impact globally in recognizing individuals (as well as brands), thus inspiring others to excel in their field of works. Once again, thank you TFT.”
– Dr. Aileen Villanueva, 2018 TFT Awards Healthcare Professional of the Year
“Being nominated was a huge pat in the back and a vote of confidence after years of trying to find my rhythm in a city as fast-paced as Dubai. It was an immense honor for me to a part of the amazing pantheon of bright minds and world-class talents that have graced TFT Awards’ portfolio of nominees through the years. The Filipino Times is the biggest and most sonorous platform for representation and visibility for the UAE Filipino expat community, bar none. An award from such a gargantuan institution isn’t just paper weight: it’s a powerful springboard. Being a recipient of a TFT Award means being one of the best that the Filipino expat community has to offer to the UAE’s vibrant, multinational workforce – so not only does it honor you by celebrating you, it also immediately turns you into a bigger brand ambassador for the Philippines.”
– Nicholo Jallores, 2018 TFT Awards Advertising Professional of the Year
“Being nominated in the Filipino Times Awards 2018 was already a huge accomplishment for me. Being shortlisted and awarded as TFT’s Entrepreneur of the Year 2018 was indeed an additional Bonus. I felt so great simply because I categorized myself as one of the Challengers in the Business Community in the UAE. Inspiring people is more important especially in this very challenging & soundly competitive business environment. Motivating co-Entrepreneurs & Aspiring Entrepreneurs really makes me feel great because I am still at this stage where I still need Mentors, Coaches, and Advisers that would really push me to keep going and achieving not just our business objectives but life’s goals. The Filipino Times Awards is very important because this platform recognizes individuals and companies that are giving inspiration and motivation to the community not just in the UAE but globally. It also gives pride to the people who supported deserving entities and individuals. The TFT is the right channel to highlight the success of fellow Individuals who pushed their very best to exceed not just the expectation of the public but their own personal expectations.”
– Michelle Guinto, 2018 TFT Awards Entrepreneur of the Year
“It’s an amazing feeling to have been nominated and shortlisted at the TFT Awards as Artist of the year…for me, to be nominated is already an honor. The significance of The Filipino Times Award for me is that it puts a spotlight on our amazing talents as Filipinos in this part of the world. It shows that we have world class skills and potential to offer to the international community. So, thank you for doing this and to inspire the Filipino community!”
– Nathaniel Alapide, 2018 TFT Awards Artist of the Year
“It was a great honor and a very humbling experience to have been nominated for the TFT Awards. It was great that my work had been recognized by a distinguished award giving body in our community. The Filipino Times Award enabled me to have a wider influence to connect and inspire more people. The joy that comes from hearing that someone’s life was changed because of my content is a motivation I take with me to keep pushing forward, and shine at what I do.”
– Nina Carpio, 2018 TFT Awards New Media Personality of the Year
“It is both my privilege and honor to be recognized by the Filipino Times knowing they notice and value my talent and love for Fashion Design. The award keeps me motivated and inspired to create such masterpieces that i am so proud of. It gives me inspiration that I can do better and better each day and instills the feeling of excitement to showcase what I can give to the Fashion industry. I hope that the organization continues to inspire other individuals to be the better version of themselves.”
– Ryan Pacioles, 2018 TFT Awards Most Promising Fashion Designer of the Year
“It was a great opportunity being one of the TFT nominees. The nomination is not an easy process since it is governed by a very credible body. This honor does not only resonate in the Filipino community but also extends to our professional career. Winning the title 2018 TFT Awards Photographer of the Year award opens bigger chances in a competitive level. Thank you TFT.”
– Chris Calumberan, 2018 TFT Awards Photographer of the Year
Nominations are now open for the individual and brand categories. To nominate an individual or a brand, proceed to www.thefilipinotimesawards.com
