Celebrities-turned-entrepreneurs on Life & Style

MANILA, Philippines - Ricky Reyes will share the tale of his long hard climb to fame and fortune with viewers of Q-11’s Life & Style with Ricky Reyes today at 10 a.m.

Although his success story has been retold several times it still inspires Filipinos here and abroad.

Guests are three celebrities who gambled on small businesses that are now flourishing. Jeffrey Hidalgo manufactures detergent, dish washing liquid and glass cleaning agents. January Isaac cooks and bakes food with organic ingredients for health buffs.

Jennifer Sevilla’s shop in Greenhills specializes oil hair extension and imported wigs.

TESDA Bida features the formerly unemployed Arlene Bomediano who is now a proud canteen concessionaire after finishing a Tesda scholarship on business management. Josie Maik’s passion for fashion made her come up with Missology, a label which deals with women’s apparel and accessories. It is sold in several popular mall shops. Josie is Marikina Mayor Marides Fernando’s subject on the drama portion of WE (Women Empowerment).