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ABOUT FLAME PH • FEDERATION OVERVIEW

Empowering Filipino Enterprises, Building a Unified MSME Ecosystem.

FLAME PH (formerly FAME PH) is an official non-profit national alliance of entrepreneurs, grassroots innovators, and micro-to-medium enterprise leaders dedicated to modernizing, safeguarding, and connecting local businesses across the 7,641 islands of the Philippine archipelago.

4 Registered FLAME PH members Current membership database count
2 Provincial chapter locations based on membership database count
2 City/Municipal Chapters based on membership database count
100% Grassroots-Led Registration source: Update Soon
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From Grassroots Founders to a National Federation

FLAME PH began with a profound, undeniable reality: over 99.5% of business establishments in the Philippines are classified as micro, small, and medium enterprises, yet they remain the most vulnerable to regulatory friction, supply chain disruption, and unfair financial middlemen.

Originally incorporated as FAME PH (Founders' Association of MSMEs and Entrepreneurs, Inc.) under the Securities and Exchange Commission, our movement brought together street-level merchants, provincial artisans, agri-cooperatives, and tech-forward store owners. As our provincial networks expanded from a dozen pioneering chapters into an archipelago-wide network, the organization matured into FLAME PH (Federation of Leaders Advancing MSME Ecosystem in the Philippines).

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"Walang negosyanteng Pilipino ang dapat maging mag-isa."

No Filipino entrepreneur should build in isolation. We channel the spirit of authentic Bayanihan into structured, modern economic resilience.

verified Official Credentials
SEC Non-Profit
Securities & Exchange Commission Registration No. 2024050150009-15 (May 9, 2024) Incorporated as a non-stock, non-profit MSME confederation.
Institutional Identity Federation of Leaders Advancing MSME Ecosystem in the Philippines Formerly Founders' Association of MSMEs and Entrepreneurs (FAME PH).
DTI Strategic Engagement Recognized Ecosystem Enabler Cooperative strategic partner for MSMED Council programs & Negosyo Centers.
National Headquarters Greenville Subd., Barangay San Jose, San Fernando City, Pampanga Soon: Regional Secretariats in Baguio (North Luzon), Cebu City (Visayas), and Davao City (Mindanao).
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Institutional Creed

Build Ecosystem. Fuel Leaders. Empower Entrepreneurs.

Foundational Purpose

Guided by Vision, Executed Through Impact

Our constitution is designed to deliver practical, measurable prosperity to everyday entrepreneurs, bridging grassroots grit with modern enterprise capability.

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Our Vision

A Resilient, Borderless Philippine MSME Economy

"A vibrant, resilient, and globally competitive Philippines where every micro, small, and medium enterprise has access to the digital capital, market linkages, regulatory support, and community needed to prosper sustainably."

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Our Mission

Mobilizing Grassroots Leadership & Market Power

"To mobilize grassroots leadership, provide accessible business toolkits and AI-driven advisory, eliminate predatory middlemen through peer-to-peer commerce, and champion MSME rights in national policy frameworks."

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Operational Framework

The 4 Strategic Enterprise Pillars

01 Foundation

Start

Planned FLAME ID verification and compliance learning for DTI, BIR, and BMBE topics. Scope, eligibility guidance, and source documentation: Update Soon.

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02 Mentorship

Grow

24/7 Ka-FLAME AI Business Guide, standard mobile-ready bookkeeping spreadsheets, inventory templates, and practical one-on-one coaching with certified Negosyo mentors.

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03 Commerce

Connect

B2B Bayanihan marketplace network, verified supplier directories, and 12 specialized industry community hubs (from food production to logistics and retail).

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04 Expansion

Scale

Planned financing and market-linkage education. LandBank/DBP access, credit terms, and partner documentation: Update Soon.

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Archipelago Footprint

Grassroots Presence Across All 17 Regions

From the highland cooperatives of the Cordilleras to the vibrant Halal supply corridors of BARMM, FLAME PH operates decentralized directorates responsive to local regional economies.

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Visayas
Mindanao
LUZON 42 Active Chapters

National Capital & Regional Hubs

Metro Manila, CALABARZON, Central Luzon, Ilocos Region, Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), Bicol, and MIMAROPA.

Priority Value Chains
Agri-Processing Footwear & Crafts Retail Tech Packaging Innovation
Head Secretariat: Pasig & Baguio domain
VISAYAS 22 Active Chapters

Central, Western & Eastern Islands

Cebu, Iloilo, Negros Occidental, Bohol, Leyte, Samar, and Panay Island corridors.

Priority Value Chains
Island Logistics Sustainable Tourism Woven Textiles Seafood Cold Chains
Head Secretariat: Cebu City sailing
MINDANAO 18 Active Chapters

Agri-Corridors & Halal Frontier

Davao Region, Northern Mindanao (Cagayan de Oro), SOCCSKSARGEN (GenSan), Caraga, and Bangsamoro (BARMM).

Priority Value Chains
High-Value Cacao & Coffee Halal Certification Coop Lending BIMP-EAGA Trade
Head Secretariat: Davao City agriculture
Federation Leadership

Governed by Experienced Founders and Ecosystem Champions

Our council members, trustees, and regional convenors are practicing business owners, community builders, and legal advocates who serve voluntarily to empower the broader Philippine MSME sector.

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Federation Chairman

Dr. Joliber Mapiles, ECE

Chairman & Co-Founder, FLAME PH

Dr. Joliber Mapiles is a real estate entrepreneur and business leader with extensive experience in property investment, development, and entrepreneurship. His work in real estate has given him practical insights into business growth, investment strategies, and building sustainable enterprises. As Chairman and Co-Founder of FLAME PH, he brings this experience to his advocacy of empowering Filipino MSMEs, fostering business collaboration, and creating opportunities for entrepreneurs to grow together toward a more competitive and prosperous Philippines.

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Federation Founder

Mr. Arnold Relova, MBA

Founder & Vice Chairman, FLAME PH

Mr. Arnold Relova is a seasoned MSME entrepreneur and business builder with hands-on experience in developing and expanding businesses across multiple industries. He is the founder of NegosyoDepot.com, MarketplacePH.com, Manager’s Pizza, ProBoxx Packaging Solutions, and YOBO Sports, with several outlets and distributors serving customers across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. As Vice-Chairman and Founder of FLAME PH, he brings his practical experience in entrepreneurship, business development, distribution, and MSME growth to help build a stronger network of Filipino entrepreneurs—encouraging collaboration, shared opportunities, and sustainable business growth.

location_on NCR and Bicol Region Chapters
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Admin & Marketing Lead

Ms. Karen Dizon, MBA

Executive Director, FLAME PH

Ms. Karen Dizon is a business and organizational development professional with experience in MSME development, administration, and public-sector engagement. She serves as Vice President of MSME BrandBuilders Network Corp. (MBNC) and previously served as an Executive Staff member of the Secretary of the Department of Tourism (DOT). As Executive Director of FLAME PH, she helps lead the organization’s programs, partnerships, and initiatives focused on strengthening Filipino MSMEs and fostering collaboration between entrepreneurs and key stakeholders.

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Operations & Marketing Lead

Mr. Mark Tomon

Deputy Executive Director, FLAME PH

Mr. Mark Tomon is an entrepreneur and business development leader with experience in MSME branding, marketing, business development, and enterprise development. He is the President of MSME BrandBuilders Network Corp. (MBNC), Vice President of Managers’ Pizza, and Co-Founder of ProBoxx Packaging Solutions. As Deputy Executive Director of FLAME PH, he contributes his expertise in brand building, marketing, business development, and MSME collaboration to help Filipino entrepreneurs strengthen their businesses and become more competitive in the local and global marketplace.

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Institutional Linkages

Grounded in Strong Civic & Regulatory Alliances

FLAME PH partners with government agencies, national development banks, and business confederations to ensure micro-enterprises receive legitimate institutional backing.

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DTI Philippines

Aligned with the MSME Development Plan and municipal Negosyo Center training clinics nationwide.

Cooperative Partner
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Organizational status

Registration and disclosure details are being documented. Official record and review date: Update Soon.

Regulatory Compliance
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Financing pathways

Educational information about possible financing pathways. Partner confirmation and product terms: Update Soon.

Capital Access
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Regional Chambers

Liaison with local PCCI chapters to link village micro-suppliers with tier-1 urban distributors and hotels.

Supply Linkage
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Go Negosyo Alliance

Active participant in mentoring caravans, young entrepreneur conventions, and grassroots Bayanihan circles.

Mentorship Network
Join the Movement

Be Part of the National Movement. Build Together.

Whether you are a budding sari-sari store owner, an artisanal craft cooperative, or an established regional distributor, there is a place for you in FLAME PH. The live registry currently records 4 member accounts and 2 city/municipality locations across 2 provinces.

Free forever for registered micro-enterprises. SEC Non-Profit Registered. Zero monthly dues.

FLAME PH Advocacy Movement

Sugpuin ang Kahirapan through Entrepreneurship

A Poverty Alleviation Advocacy Movement of FLAME PH. We believe entrepreneurship can open pathways to stronger livelihoods and more resilient Filipino communities. Through enterprise support and the FLAME PH community, we champion opportunities that help MSMEs grow.

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Admin access

Authorized FLAME PH administrators can securely sign in to view membership reports and manage member records according to their assigned role.

Admin accounts are issued by FLAME PH and are separate from public member accounts. If you need access, contact the founder. Do not use a member’s account here.