JOJI ILAGAN BIAN

Joji Ilagan Bian is particularly known for her ability to strongly inspire people to share her passion and advocacy and involve them in making positive change happen.

She is a respected leader in business/education; continuously transforming lives making a difference as an educator; woman leader and entrepreneur. She was the 1st woman president of the Davao City Chamber of Commerce and the Mindanao Business Council.

The impact of her services transformed the lives of fellow Filipinos and two Philippine Presidents awarded her Medals of Recognition for her various contributions in business and education: President Joseph Estrada (1997); President Gloria Arroyo (2005).

As a businesswoman-entrepreneur, Joji Ilagan is a prime example of what an empowered woman can do for her family and community. She had established five hospitality colleges with international linkages: Joji Ilagan College of Business and Tourism: Joji Ilagan International School Hotel Management (General Santos City); Institute International Culinary and Hospitality Entrepreneurship (ICHEF); Stockbridge American International School; International Management School.

Various institutions have given awards to Ms. Bian for her excellence in the field of education and business development. Notable of her many awards are the following

Datu Bago Awardee in Business and Education – 1997, the highest award conferred by the City of Davao
Outstanding ASEAN Woman Entrepreneur – Awarded by the ASEAN Women Network: 2017

100 Most Influential Filipina Women in the World Award: Global Filipina Network 2017 in Canada

Australian Excellence Award Alumni of the Year 2020
Kabalikat Laang Bisig Presidential National Awardee conferred by Pres Joseph Estrada

Presidential Service Medal of Merit 2005: Conferred by Pres. Gloria Arroyo.

In spite of her countless achievements and commendations her dedication to continuing her personal advocacy has not waned or slowed. Her tenacity and entrepreneurial spirit come from a drive to help others; shown in her continuous involvement in education, tourism, religious affiliations and business.