Content creators Abi Marquez and Arshie Larga and Filipino-American rapper Ez Mil were among the seven Filipinos who made it to the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2024 List!
The list recognizes the notable contributions and inspiring achievements of young individuals under 30 across Asia-Pacific region.
Photo: Abi Marquez, Arshie Larga, Ez Mil
Abi and Arshie were included under the Media, Marketing and Advertising category, while Ez Mil was part of the Entertainment and Sports category. They proudly announced the news on May 16 on their respective social media accounts.
Dubbed “Lumpia Queen,” Abi posted a video of herself sharing the exciting news with her companions. She recently bagged the People’s Voice Award in the General Social: Food and Drink Category of this year’s Webby Awards in New York City.
“We’re freaking out. I’m officially part of I’m officially part of the Forbes 30 under 30 Asia,” she captioned her Instagram Story.
Photo: Abi Marquez
Meanwhile, Marinduque-based pharmacist Arshie expressed heartfelt gratitude to everyone who nominated him to the list through an Instagram Reel, “Nagpapasalamat po ako sa inyo, sa inyong sumusuporta sa akin kasi for sure na hindi ko makukuha or hindi ako mare-recognize sa list na ito kung hindi po dahil sa inyo.”
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Ez Mil also thanked Forbes for including him on the list. He wrote, “Thank you Forbes Asia for including me on your Class 2024 list of ’30 Under 30‘ Entertainment & Sport Category!”
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Other Filipinos honored by Forbes were Backscoop founder Amanda Cua, internet artist and Developh founder Chia Amisola, dancer and theater artist Joshua Serafin, and freelancer and Parallax co-founder Mikaela Reyes.
You may view the full list here.
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