Lawrence Li Tan, the President and CEO of Lakbay Museo PH took home three awards during the Asia Leaders Award event held in Makati Shangri-La Hotel last November 20, 2020. The Museum Prince was recognized as the Young Leader of the Year for three years in a row, Tourism Excellence Award, and Innovative Businessman of the Year by TAG MEDIA.
He was known for his vision for Lakbay Museo PH in ending discrimination in hiring employees, that he prioritized out-of-school youths, people with disabilities, and senior citizens for Lakbay Museo. Soon, the same will be hired for his new project, another museum which is Tales of Illumina located in Quezon City.
Year for 2020 for businessmen like Lance, leadership and businesses were put to test, but he positively turned this into an opportunity to develop his and his team’s skills. Strategically, he was able to secure his employees a “Pangkabuhayan Start Up Package” a help during the lockdown and gave them an opportunity to earn money by being new entrepreneurs since this pandemic lasted longer than expected.
During his speech, he dedicated his award to Frontliners for the remarkable sacrifice they did for our country. He also thanked and honored people who empowered and trusted him in his endeavors and during these trying times.
He ended his speech with a quote; “I didn’t do this alone, I did this with the RIGHT people to achieve greater heights in doing what will be beneficial for all.”