
Carlito Macadangdang (left) and Jonathan So (right) pose in front of more than 1,000 franchise attendees. provided photo
We rarely mention the potential of franchising, when we talk about startups and entrepreneurship, not only as a way to start new businesses in the economy, but also as a way to expand existing ones.
Franchising, an act of granting a license by one person to another, allows people to own, operate and direct their businesses. It is one of the simplest and most profitable forms of trading company that often offers small cap trading requirements, runs on a proven system, has low risks and high success rates even for someone who is new to the business field, all while projecting a reasonably quick return on investment.
JC, as a company that not only helps people have a healthy and balanced lifestyle, but also gives people the opportunity to grow financially, paved the way for those who wanted to enter the franchise industry and make your source of life.
It is also committed to improving the well-being of its distributors, employees and franchisees by providing them with a satisfying work environment and a generous compensation plan.
To celebrate the success of Filipino franchisees under the JC group of companies, the company held a Mid-Year Franchise Summit event on June 19 at the Metrotent Convention Center, attended by hundreds of company franchisees. .
Serving as its first franchise summit, the event aimed to congratulate the franchisees of their businesses for being able to make a difference in their lives, as well as inspire their co-franchisees through their success stories.
With a talk show-themed summit, panel moderators Rene Ayson, Director of Franchise Development and multiple award-winning franchise consultant Anne Bacho, were joined by JC Deputy Director of Franchise Development Jeffrey Ang.
Franchisees of different levels and categories, whose lives changed due to the franchise business! β were on hand to share their success stories.

Mid-Year Franchise Summit event that energized a crowd at the Metrotent Convention Center. provided photo
The first set of panelists featured Gen Z franchises, proving that being young doesn’t stop you from being successful.
Part of the Gen Z panel are Lila Topacio, a 22-year-old Marketing student; Wade Anthonie Sonza, a 17-year-old high school senior; Kristelle Santos, a 24-year-old recent graduate; and Reynell Isanan, 22.
These Gen Z franchisees shared what inspired them to start, the challenges they often face, and their advice for other young people who are also in online franchise businesses, among others.
With hard work and determination, all while balancing your studies! β these Gen Zs continually achieve their goals, supporting not only their studies, but at a young age, they were also able to help their families financially, all thanks to their franchise business.
The second panel was joined by franchisees who were former corporate employees.
Lester Cruz, former appliance salesman; KM Pinos, former flight attendant; Ethel Macahilig, who worked as an employee of BDO Bank for 15 years; and Louise Abayan, a former international flight attendant for almost two years in Saudi Arabia.
While the transition from being an employee to a full-time entrepreneur may seem like a fluke, these franchisees are living proof that success is indeed achievable. They shared how franchises changed their lives for the better, all while fulfilling their dreams.
For the third category, former OFWs MJ Guirgio, Melanie Cruz, Carl Monreal and Suzanne Manalastas joined the panel to share how they manage their time and how franchises changed their lives.

The Siomai King, Noodle House and Potato King food carts are among the highlights of the event where attendees can satisfy their comfort food cravings. provided photo
According to them, their lives have changed financially since they started being franchisees. The four guests even shared some secrets on how to be successful in the franchise during these tough economic times. They also inspired the audience about the fruits of their labor with purchases and investments made through their respective franchise businesses. With their current company, they no longer need to be separated from their loved ones by working abroad.
The latest panel included entrepreneurs Suhair Abangon, Daisy Gulez and John Iry Sta. Maria, due to the income from her franchise, was able to maintain her existing businesses, all thanks to the additional cash flow coming from their respective franchises.
When asked what positive impact franchising has on their lives, they all agreed on one thing: that they are less stressed and have more time to do the things they want, while spending most of their time with their friends. families and loved ones. some.
The event would not be complete without the presence of the two young tycoons who are the reason for the success of JC’s exceptional franchisees: People’s Asia and Entrepreneur of the Year winners Jonathan So and Carlito Macadangdang.
From the business tycoons Mr. So and Mr. Macadangdang, Ms. Anne and Mr. Ran, to the prosperous JC franchisees, these stories prove that with the smartest decisions and the wisest moves, too. we can be as successful as them only if we don’t limit ourselves to the many possibilities.
JC, which specializes in high-quality products formulated with the world’s best ingredients that could help people lead healthy and balanced lifestyles, was founded by young tycoons So and Macadangdang.
In particular, JC’s progressive commission system encourages distributors to build a substantial and active customer base, which would help them secure a stable and rewarding future that they can pass on to the next generation.
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