Tuesday, October 21, 2025

HappeningPH Profile! From Local Catalyst to National Powerhouse: How Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas is Leading PCCI Los Baños’ Digital Revolution & Championing MSMEs on the National Stage

HappeningPH Profile! From Local Catalyst to National Powerhouse: How Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas is Leading PCCI Los Baños’ Digital Revolution & Championing MSMEs on the National Stage

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As a member of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry–Quezon City (PCCI-QC), the PCCI National organization, and the dynamic President of PCCI Los Baños, Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas continues to champion innovation, inclusivity, and collaboration across the Philippine business landscape.

Under her visionary leadership, PCCI Los Baños proudly participated in the 51st Philippine Business Conference and Expo (PBC&E) held on October 20 up to 21, 2025, at the SMX Convention Center Manila, headed by the Visionary Dennis Anthony Uy of Converge, with the theme “The Future is Now: Unleash the Power of Digital Transformation.” The event gathered the country’s top policymakers, industry leaders, and business innovators to discuss how technology and digitalization are shaping the nation’s economic future.

Among the distinguished speakers were Department of Information and Communications Technology Secretary Henry Aguda, GT President & CEO Carl Cruz, University of the Philippines President Atty. Angelo Jimenez, and Vice President Sara Duterte, who delivered the keynote address. Panel discussions highlighted best practices and inspired participants to embrace digital transformation, sustainability, and artificial intelligence as drivers of progress in both local and global markets.

Engr. Nicolas led the largest-ever delegation from Los Baños to this prestigious national gathering—marking a significant milestone in the chamber’s growing recognition and active involvement in national business dialogues. Her leadership reflects her deep commitment to ensuring that local entrepreneurs, MSMEs, and innovators are given a voice and platform in shaping the country’s economic direction.

Beyond her roles in PCCI, Grace Bondad Nicolas is widely recognized as a multi-awarded entrepreneur, media personality, and nation-builder. As CEO of Tag Media Group, which publishes Rising Tigers Magazine, TopNewsAsia, and InCharge Magazine, she continues to promote Filipino excellence and leadership in business, government, and the arts. Through her initiatives, she has provided platforms that celebrate inspiring leaders, empower women in business, and encourage ethical entrepreneurship.

Her active participation in multiple PCCI branches—Los Baños, Quezon City, and National, demonstrates her commitment to uniting diverse business communities under a shared vision of growth and collaboration. She firmly believes that strong local chambers play a critical role in national development, serving as catalysts for innovation and inclusivity.

Through digital transformation, mentorship, and leadership by example, Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas continues to empower local entrepreneurs, inspire young leaders, and strengthen the collective voice of Philippine business. Her journey stands as a testament to what visionary leadership and purposeful collaboration can achieve for both people and progress.