Honored with the Most Outstanding Kapampangan Award (MOKA) for Business, Lisset Laus-Velasco, Chairman and CEO of the Laus Group of Companies (LGC), continues to turn recognition into action. As the world celebrates Women’s Month, her commitment to education and empowerment stands out, creating a lasting impact for future generations.
The award’s proceeds are being allocated to fund scholarships for deserving students, reinforcing her lifelong advocacy for education and gender equality. By investing in the next generation, Laus-Velasco is ensuring that more young leaders—especially women—have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Lisset Laus-Velasco, Chairman and CEO of Laus Group of Companies, joins the scholars of the Levy P. Laus Foundation in a moment of celebration at their awarding ceremony. Through education, mentorship, and opportunity, Laus-Velasco continues to champion the next generation of leaders, reinforcing LGC’s commitment to empowering the youth.
Education has always been at the core of Laus-Velasco’s vision for progress. Under her leadership, LGC has initiated scholarship programs that provide opportunities for students to gain technical skills and professional development.
Beyond corporate-led initiatives, the Levy P. Laus Foundation, Inc. (LPLFI), established in 1992 by Levy P. Laus, has been instrumental in advancing educational support for Kapampangan youth. Dedicated to the intellectual and professional advancement of students across Luzon, LPLFI has supported 90 scholars since its inception, with 19 active scholars pursuing degrees in Business Management, Accountancy, and Automotive Technology at esteemed institutions. To date, 88 scholars have benefited from these initiatives, further solidifying LGC’s role in empowering future leaders through education.
Augmenting this, the “Automotive Technician Education and Skills Development Program,” was established in partnership with the Department of Education Region 3 and the Philippine Business for Social Progress in 2023. This program has provided grants to 25 Grade 12 students from Northern Luzon. It also supports automotive technical-vocational students, many of whom have successfully completed their studies and are now thriving in the workforce.
The Laus Group remains steadfast in creating job opportunities for the youth, recognizing that access to education is the first step toward sustainable economic empowerment.
In 2023, she was recognized by the ASEAN Women Entrepreneurs Network as one of the leading women entrepreneurs from the Philippines, reinforcing her role as a trailblazer in business and leadership.
“My journey has always been about more than just continuing a legacy—it’s about expanding it with purpose,” Laus-Velasco shares. “Empowering women and future leaders isn’t just an advocacy; it’s a commitment that drives our efforts at Laus Group. From education programs to business opportunities, we ensure that success isn’t limited by gender but strengthened by it.”
As Women’s Month highlights the importance of inclusivity, leadership, and progress, Laus-Velasco’s story serves as a testament to what is possible when excellence meets purpose. Through her leadership, the Laus Group of Companies continues to invest in education and gender equality, ensuring that the next generation—especially young women—can rise as leaders and changemakers.
