Rising Tigers Magazine proudly announces People to Watch 2026, an exclusive recognition event honoring exceptional leaders who are shaping industries, communities, and the national conversation today. The prestigious gathering will be held on February 10, 2026, at the Presidential Suite of The Manila Hotel.
The event will feature Congressman Brian Poe Llamanzares as Keynote Speaker, bringing insight and inspiration from his leadership in public service and governance. The presentation will be led by Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas, Editor in Chief and Chief Operating Officer of Rising Tigers Magazine, who will spearhead the recognition of this year’s distinguished honorees.
As the world steps into 2026 with renewed urgency, bold ambition, and evolving challenges, leadership is no longer defined solely by titles—it is measured by impact, vision, and the courage to shape what comes next. People to Watch 2026 is Rising Tigers Magazine’s curated spotlight on individuals who are not only making waves today, but are also poised to define the conversations, industries, and movements of the year ahead.
The honorees represent a dynamic mix of innovators, trailblazers, and quiet disruptors. Some lead from boardrooms and public offices, others from communities, creative spaces, and global platforms but all share a common thread: a commitment to excellence and a deep sense of purpose beyond personal success.
In an era marked by rapid transformation, the People to Watch 2026 are leaders who anticipate change rather than merely react to it. They challenge norms, elevate standards, and create opportunities where none existed before. Across business, governance, culture, technology, advocacy, and social impact, their work reflects resilience, integrity, and an unwavering belief in progress.
What sets this year’s honorees apart is not only their achievements, but their momentum. They are leaders in motion—building, expanding, and influencing in ways that promise lasting and meaningful impact. Their stories remind us that the future belongs to those bold enough to imagine it and disciplined enough to build it.
As Rising Tigers Magazine continues its mission to spotlight leadership that truly matters, People to Watch 2026 stands as both recognition and anticipation—a celebration of those already shaping tomorrow.
Watch them closely.
The future is rising.
— Rising Tigers Magazine
