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  • From Wedding Planner to Industry Builder: How Kutchie Zaldarriaga Turned Passion into a Platform
    2026/02/12

    On this episode of the RJ Ledesma Podcast, I sit down with one of the most respected names in the Philippine wedding industry — Kutchie Zaldarriaga, founder of Getting Married Bridal Fair and the force behind Getting Married Wedding Coordinators & Event Planners. What began as a passion for helping couples plan meaningful celebrations evolved into a full-scale enterprise that not only executes beautiful weddings, but also creates opportunities for hundreds of wedding entrepreneurs through one of the country’s most established bridal expos.


    In our conversation, Kutchie shares how she built credibility in a highly competitive industry, how she transformed her event planning expertise into a scalable business platform, and why the wedding space continues to offer strong opportunities for suppliers, creatives, and aspiring entrepreneurs. She also gives practical advice for soon-to-be-weds — especially on crafting a smooth, engaging reception program that truly reflects the couple.


    If you’re in the events industry, planning your wedding, or looking to build a niche business with real staying power, this episode is packed with insight from someone who didn’t just grow a brand — she helped shape an entire industry. 🎙


    For any collaboration, brand partnership, and campaign run inquiries, e-mail us at info@thepodnetwork.com.

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    54 分
  • From Poverty to Property Developer: Renold Verano’s Rise
    2026/02/03

    Not all entrepreneurs are born into business families—some are born into struggle and choose to rise anyway. On the RJ Ledesma Podcast, I sat down with Renold Verano, President and CEO of InvestPHIL, whose journey from poverty to property development is both raw and deeply inspiring.


    Renold began his career as a real estate broker, learning the business the hard way—without a family enterprise to fall back on and with no formal business background. A History and Political Science graduate from UP, he learned through grit, experience, and relentless self-education. That hunger to grow eventually led him to earn a Master’s in Entrepreneurship from the Ateneo Graduate School of Business, helping him turn instinct into strategy and hustle into systems.


    Today, InvestPHIL develops affordable single-family homes across Negros Occidental and Palawan, while entering its next growth phase with one of its newest projects now rising in Lipa—one of Southern Luzon’s fastest-growing cities. With around 50 housing units sold monthly, InvestPHIL is now one of the most active property developers being sold by Filipino Homes. This episode is a powerful reminder that where you start doesn’t have to define how far you go.

    🎧 Catch this episode on the RJ Ledesma Podcast.

    For any collaboration, brand partnership, and campaign run inquiries, e-mail us at info@thepodnetwork.com.

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    46 分
  • From Cold Calls to Closings on Repeat: The System Behind Marc Godornes’ Success
    2026/01/02

    On the RJ Ledesma Podcast, I sat down with real estate sales superstar Marc Godornes of Filipino Homes—a top-performing agent who proves that real success in real estate isn’t built on luck, hype, or viral moments, but on discipline and a repeatable system. Marc shares how he transitioned from doing the hard, unglamorous work of prospecting and learning the business to building a process that consistently attracts clients and converts trust into long-term relationships.

    What stood out in our conversation was Marc’s belief that the real win doesn’t end at the sale. He talks about the power of after-sales care, referrals, and showing up professionally long after the commission check—habits that helped him grow not just his income, but his reputation. His journey is a powerful reminder that sustainable success comes from mastering the fundamentals and committing to daily excellence.

    Catch the full episode on the RJ Ledesma Podcast. And if Marc’s story inspires you to build your own real estate career, this might be your sign—Filipino Homes is always looking for driven individuals ready to grow. Send me a message and let’s get you started.

    For any collaboration, brand partnership, and campaign run inquiries, e-mail us at info@thepodnetwork.com.

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    27 分
  • From Inheriting a Legacy to Building What’s Next
    2025/12/26

    What happens when the next generation doesn’t just inherit a company—but rebuilds it for the future? On the latest episode of the RJ Ledesma Podcast, I sit down with Sherwin Uy, the leader steering Primeworld Land into a bold new era.


    Under Sherwin’s leadership, Primeworld has emerged as a fast-rising name in Philippine real estate—earning multiple industry recognitions, including Best Affordable Condo Development in Metro Cebu and other awards from PropertyGuru, Lamudi, and Dot Property. Their flagship Primeworld District in Mactan continues to make waves, while projects like Primeworld Pointe in Lahug and Primeworld Enclave in Bulacan highlight the company’s expanding footprint across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.And yes — they even signed to bring the first Hilton Garden Inn in the Philippines, set to rise within Primeworld District in Mactan.


    If you love stories about next-gen leadership, reinvention, and building through adversity, this episode is for you.Catch the full episode on the RJ Ledesma Podcast

    For any collaboration, brand partnership, and campaign run inquiries, e-mail us at info@thepodnetwork.com.

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    39 分
  • From Radiologic Technologist Topnotcher to ₱4-Billion Real Estate Powerhouse: The Rise of Azela Honor of Filipino Homes
    2025/12/19

    In this inspiring episode of the RJ Ledesma Podcast, I sit down with Azela Honor, one of the top team leaders of Filipino Homes, whose journey proves that success has no fixed starting point. From her early career as a radiologic technologist, Azela made a bold pivot into real estate—and went on to build a national and global sales organization of 500–600 brokers and real estate professionals, spread across the Philippines and different parts of the world.


    Last year alone, Azela and her team achieved a staggering ₱4 billion in combined real estate sales, a testament to her leadership, systems, and people-first approach. In this conversation, she shares her entrepreneurial sales success story, the mindset shifts that changed her trajectory, and the real-world strategies she used to scale her team—from recruiting and training to motivation, duplication, and long-term growth.


    If you’re a real estate professional, aspiring team leader, or entrepreneur looking to build scale through people, this episode is packed with practical sales secrets, leadership lessons, and inspiration. 🎙️

    👉 Tune in to the RJ Ledesma Podcast and learn how Azela Honor turned vision, grit, and service into one of the strongest real estate teams in the country.

    For any collaboration, brand partnership, and campaign run inquiries, e-mail us at info@thepodnetwork.com.

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    26 分
  • From Support to Superpower: How Tech Innovation in Sun Life Global Solutions Reshapes the Philippine SSC
    2025/12/11

    In this inspiring and insight-packed episode, I sit down with Jennifer Lumbao, Asia Technology Head of Sun Life Global Solutions (SLGS)—the fast-growing innovation and technology hub of Sun Life. Before joining SLGS, Jennifer built her career in one of the world’s leading tech consulting firms, where she learned how technology, strategy, and people development can converge to deliver massive business impact. Now at Sun Life Global Solutions, she is leading a powerful shift in how technology drives value across Sun Life’s global operations.


    Jennifer reveals how SLGS is breaking the mold of traditional Shared Service Centers by evolving into a strategic technology partner—one that not only executes but also influences regional strategy, accelerates digital transformation, and enables business growth. She also talks passionately about developing Filipino tech talent, helping them grow from execution-focused roles into future-ready, strategic technology leaders who can shape the global tech landscape.


    If you’re a C-suite leader, industry strategist, or tech professional who wants to understand where the future of IT capability-building is headed—and why the Philippines plays a critical role in that future—this is an episode you will not want to miss.

    For any collaboration, brand partnership, and campaign run inquiries, e-mail us at info@thepodnetwork.com.

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    49 分
  • From Black Sheep to Building Skylines: The Rise of WEECOM with Cesar Wee & Carson Choa
    2025/12/05

    In this episode of the RJ Ledesma Podcast, I sit down with the powerhouse tandem behind one of the fastest-growing real estate developers in the Philippines: Wee Community Developers, Inc. (WEECOM). Founded by Cesar L. Wee Jr.—who went from being the self-described “black sheep” of his family to the visionary leader of an award-winning property group—WEECOM has grown from a one-man startup in 2008 into a nationally recognized developer with multiple Philippine Property Awards wins. Together with COO Carson Choa, whose operational expertise helped transform bold ideas into thriving communities, they have expanded WEECOM’s footprint across Metro Manila, Iloilo, Davao, and Cagayan de Oro—and very soon, a new residential project rising in Dasmariñas, Cavite.

    In our conversation, Cesar and Carson open up about the challenges, turning points, and mentorships that shaped their journey. We dive into how they cultivate a culture of excellence, how they navigate a constantly shifting real estate landscape, and what new projects and innovations they’re preparing as they continue building developments that truly go Beyond Ordinary™.

    If you want to learn the mindset, grit, and strategy behind scaling a real estate company from the ground up, don’t miss this episode of the RJ Ledesma Podcast. Tune in now!

    For any collaboration, brand partnership, and campaign run inquiries, e-mail us at info@thepodnetwork.com.

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  • From Seminary to Selling Superstar: How George Ryan Sarmago Turned Purpose Into Real Estate Power
    2025/11/28

    At the Filipino Homes National Real Estate Convention in Cebu, I sat down with one of the industry’s most electrifying success stories: George Ryan Sarmago. Once a seminarian, now one of the country’s top real estate brokers, George has transformed discipline, mission, and heart into a high-performance real estate career.


    What sets him apart? He’s not just selling homes — he’s built a massive digital presence, using social media and video reels to educate, inspire, and connect with thousands of aspiring homeowners and agents. His online content has become a magnet for leads, opportunities, and success, proving that in today’s real estate game, purpose + platform = unstoppable growth.


    This interview kicks off my special podcast series featuring Filipino Homes’ top real estate brokers as they reveal their biggest lessons, mindset hacks, and secrets to scaling in the industry.

    🎧 Don’t miss this explosive episode of the RJ Ledesma Podcast — and if you want to be part of the Filipino Homes family, DM me.

    For any collaboration, brand partnership, and campaign run inquiries, e-mail us at info@thepodnetwork.com.

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    42 分