Filinvest Group celebrates 70 years with real stories of dreams realized

As the Filinvest Group marks its 70th year, it turns the spotlight on the people whose lives have been transformed by the opportunities, communities, and possibilities made real through the Group’s journey.

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As one of the Philippines’ leading conglomerates, Filinvest is taking a meaningful turn inward—not just looking at milestones measured in square meters, financial reports, or market value, but in dreams achieved, lives touched, and stories shaped.

Across Filinvest’s diverse sectors—from real estate and banking to hospitality and power—are thousands of individuals whose dreams found fertile ground to grow. Some began with humble beginnings. Others found love in unexpected places. But all of them share one thing: their stories are now part of the legacy that Filinvest has passionately strengthened over the decades.

FROM A RESORT MOMENT TO A LIFETIME OF LOVE

For Miss Earth 2008 Karla Henry, a professional engagement turned into something far more life-changing.

In 2011, during the opening of the Aum Spa at Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan, Karla met Rico Ammann, a foreign guest whose quiet charm and warmth matched the tranquil energy of the island. Their connection was immediate. From conversations shared in serene corners of the resort to memories made in sun-drenched spaces, the bond deepened through the years.

In 2018, the couple exchanged vows in a beachfront ceremony at Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay, surrounded by family, friends, and the same island charm that brought them together. It was a moment that came full circle—love found, nurtured, and sealed in a place that had become part of their story.