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It’s a sad day today as a noted member of the design community, as well as the LGBT+ community, has passed away.
It was announced that Brian Tenorio passed away today. He was 42 years old.
Tenorio is known for his shoes under the brand Tenorio Manila, but he has also founded other businesses such as the design firm Brian Tenorio & Co. and the cafe chain Kape Tayo.
He is also the founder and chair of the Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce, and one of the founding directors of the Communication Design Association of the Philippines (CDAP).
Tenorio promoted mental health through Mindcare Club, a network of mental health psychiatrists, psychologists, and counselors that offer telemental health services.
He is recognized for his work with shoes in Marikina, that the city gave him a marker for his contributions.
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Marikina Rep. Stella Quimbo released a statement today, saying, “Brian Tenorio was an innovator who devoted years of his life in promoting local brands and businesses — a much needed endeavor in times of economic downturn such as this. As we Filipinos struggle to survive this pandemic, may we all be inspired by the passion, creativity, innovation, and dedication of Brian.”
She added, “Brian, you left behind big shoes to fill. Now it’s time for us, especially our young and talented Marikenyos, to continue what you started and help revive our shoe industry.”
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