Gokongwei Heirs Share Humble Beginnings in Family Business
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Gokongwei Heirs Share Humble Beginnings in Family Business

Lance and Robina Gokongwei, heirs to the Philippines' JG Summit Holdings empire, shared their early experiences tagging women's underwear, emphasizing the importance of every role. Their reflections highlighted valuable leadership lessons learned from humble beginnings in the family's retail business.

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