At Mang Inasal, leadership goes beyond business results. It’s about showing up with purpose, leading with empathy, and staying grounded in values that uplift both teams and communities.
This Father’s month, Mang Inasal honors some of its own leaders who live out this kind of leadership every day, fathers who guide not only their families but also the brand forward.
Purpose-driven marketing through a father’s lens
For Allan Tan, being Mang Inasal’s Head of Marketing is more than just a title. It is a personal calling.
“I want to build brands, products, and campaigns that my children can be proud of,” he said.
Guided by this purpose, Allan has led impactful campaigns like “Kaing Mang Inasal” and “Love the Flavors, Love the Philippines,” which celebrate Filipino pride, family meals, and shared experiences. His approach to marketing goes beyond strategy and speaks to something deeply human.
Even as a relatively new father, Allan already sees how parenthood has reshaped the way he leads.
“At Mang Inasal, we embody values like mahusay, masayahin, mapagmalasakit, at buo ang loob. That’s what Tatak Mang Inasal is all about. These are the same values I want my kids to grow up with.”
For Allan, the line between home and work is not a boundary but a bridge. And through both, he hopes to build a legacy that truly matters.
Financial leadership with the future in mind
As Senior Finance Manager, Clifford Kaquilala is tasked with managing complex budgets and financial strategy, but he does so with an eye toward people, not just performance. Though based in Manila and away from his wife and daughter in Cebu, Clifford is committed to staying emotionally present.
“Fatherhood has made me more responsible and future-focused,” he said. “It also made me more empathetic. I think about the long-term effects of every decision, not just financially, but emotionally. I think not just about numbers, but about the lives behind them.”
Clifford leads with calm, kindness, and intention. His approach to both finance and fatherhood is rooted in integrity and foresight.
“I want to be a role model; someone my daughter sees as hardworking and kind. I want her to be inspired to follow her passions and care for others.”
Whether celebrating small wins at work or sharing laughter over a weekend call, Clifford brings warmth and meaning into every role he plays.
Operations with compassion at the center
In North Mindanao, Area Manager Jonrey Solicito starts his day before sunrise, managing operations across multiple Mang Inasal stores. His routine includes checking reports, resolving store concerns, and coaching team members, but his weekends are reserved for moments with his family.
“It’s tiring, but fulfilling,” he reflected, recalling weekends spent fixing bikes, enjoying balut, or simply watching the sunset with his children.
For Jonrey, both fatherhood and leadership are anchored in compassion.
“Patience is the biggest lesson I’ve learned from being a father. I try to lead with empathy, knowing that every team member has their own story and struggles,” he said. “I’m proud because both roles are about service and responsibility. At Mang Inasal, I serve our customers and team. At home, I serve my family.”
His quiet strength and steady presence have made a meaningful difference in the lives of those he works with and loves.
Celebrating fathers, celebrating leaders
This Father’s month, Mang Inasal honors leaders like Allan, Clifford, and Jonrey who embody the true essence of Tatak Mang Inasal, leading with integrity, uplifting others, and always putting heart into everything they do.
Their stories show that leadership isn’t just found in titles or targets. It lives in the values we pass on, the people we guide, and the love we bring to every role we play. Whether at home or at work, these fathers show that the most powerful kind of leadership begins with care, grows through purpose, and lasts through generations.
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