Business Concept Magazine December 2024

Beacon Grand, a historic hotel located in the heart of San Francisco’s Union Square, offers an intimate city retreat – a haven of classic craftsmanship and modern amenities. The 418-room property’s Mediterranean-inspired bar and lounge, The Post Room, is a vibrant social gathering space breakfast through supper every day, with brunch served on weekends and complemented by dazzling live music. With European Oak hardwood floors, high ceilings, ornate fixtures and oversized windows, The Post Room serves as a grand stage for premier hospitality. The name “The Post Room” was inspired by the property’s original glass-front mail chute, which stretches from the 20th floor to the basement, allowing guests to mail postcards to anywhere in the world. Building on the legacy of exquisite sociability and service the property is known for,…

“I believe when you have a great environment, you will be inspired and grow.” Background and Inspiration Chef Tallador’s culinary passion was ignited in his formative years within the household of his family in Jaro, Iloilo. The influence of traditional Filipino cooking, served with love and care, nurtured his appreciation for culinary artistry. “Being part of a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy embedded in me the flavor of the culinary world,” he explains. Surrounded by family members who excelled in the kitchen, Chef Tallador’s early exposure to cooking set the stage for his eventual career. Upon emigrating to California, Chef Tallador’s professional journey began humbly in a nursing home kitchen, where he worked as a dishwasher. It was in this bustling environment that he was first introduced to the intricacies…

John Perrings, the Managing Director of StackedLife Financial Strategies, didn’t begin his career in finance. With over 20 years of experience in Silicon Valley’s tech industry—particularly in data center real estate, finance, and construction—John gained valuable insights into how high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors manage wealth. Through these experiences, he noticed a surprising trend: for these groups, control and risk management outweighed the pursuit of high returns. This realization marked a stark contrast to conventional personal finance wisdom, which often emphasizes high-risk, high-reward strategies. Noticing this disconnect inspired John to establish StackedLife Financial Strategies, an authorized Infinite Banking® life insurance agency based in the San Francisco Bay Area, serving clients nationwide. Through his journey, John has transformed his financial philosophy, weathered economic challenges, and built a business that challenges traditional…

As a child, Dr. Greg Hammer was mesmerized by the night sky, enchanted by its magic. On cold winter nights outside of Chicago, he would set up his telescope at the end of the driveway to capture the best angle of planets and constellations. They seemed to be speaking directly to him. “Sub-zero-degree winter nights were best, as the sky was crystal clear. As I learned more about astronomy, I marveled at the interconnectedness of all things, from the quantum small to the galactic large,” he shares. At eighteen, Dr. Hammer became a vegetarian for humanitarian reasons and to embrace a healthier lifestyle. With a long-standing interest in optimizing his physical wellness, Dr. Hammer realized he needed to learn more about nutritional science. He endeavored to study nutritional science, which…

While some children dream of becoming doctors, lawyers, or engineers, Ted Castro had a simpler dream—to be happy. Growing up in the Philippines, Ted learned early on that happiness wasn’t tied to wealth but to the things that truly matter. For him, fulfillment came from loving what you do and surrounding yourself with people who love and support you in return. At just four years old, Ted learned to play chess under the guidance of his grandfather, igniting a lifelong passion for the game. He enjoyed playing casually with his siblings and father but began to take chess more seriously during his college years at De La Salle University (DLSU). As a member of the varsity team, he applied the strategies and tips his grandfather had taught him. After earning…

This commitment to caring extends beyond the walls of hospitals and clinics; it reaches into the homes of patients, where they find comfort in familiar surroundings. By offering personalized care, providers can deliver tailored support that meets each patient’s unique needs, promoting a sense of security and belonging. Through consistent and compassionate service, relationships are built, trust is strengthened, and patients are empowered to face their challenges. Born and raised in the Philippines, Leo Reyes had always dreamed of becoming a doctor. After finishing high school, he joined his parents in Guam for a year before starting college. Determined to work in healthcare, Leo pursued a degree in Physical Therapy at De La Salle University with the goal of helping patients enhance their quality of life. After graduation, Leo moved…