Entrepreneur of the Year

In 2005, Ernst & Young bestowed the second Entrepreneur of the Year Philippines award to National Book Store’s founder and chairman, Mrs. Socorro C. Ramos.  This prestigious award is bestowed to an individual that best embodies entrepreneurial spirit, financial performance, strategic direction, community/global impact, innovation, and personal integrity/influence. The award is presented annually in more than 125 cities in 40 countries worldwide.

Hard work, perseverance and a keen sense of entrepreneurship may be attributed to her success.  Winning the award is a true testament to Mrs. Ramos’ dedication and innate passion to her life’s purpose.  It was a defining moment in National Book Store’s history and one that would surely fire the flames for the future generation to carry on the company’s legacy.