Some leaders are made by opportunity. Others, like Loi G. Cabahug, are made by the courage to create their own.
Loi’s entrepreneurial journey began with a choice few dare to make. After years of building a promising career abroad- as a MEPF engineer in Dubai and an ITIL engineer in Singapore, he returned to Cebu, leaving behind comfort and certainty, driven by a vision to build something of his own. Armed with international experience, technical expertise, and a commitment to high standards, he embarked on a path that would test his resilience, creativity, and leadership.
In 2011, he took his first step by launching Cabahug Airconditioning Contractor, starting small and learning the ropes of running a business from the ground up. By 2016, his vision evolved into LC Trade and Cooling Services Corporation, a full-service company offering design, supply, and installation of top-tier air conditioning, ventilation, maintenance, and trade.
The journey was far from easy. Competing against established service providers in Cebu required more than skill for it demanded trust, persistence, and the courage to prove oneself project by project. Through every challenge, Loi’s resilience became his greatest asset. He listened to client needs, built a motivated and committed team, and sought guidance from mentors and industry peers. He invested in staff development, implemented a 24/7 support model, and fostered a culture rooted in integrity, service, and excellence. These steps transformed LC Trade into a company that not only delivers technical solutions but also inspires confidence and loyalty from its clients.
Under Loi’s leadership, LC Trade has earned the trust of businesses across Cebu, becoming a reliable partner in a competitive industry. His mindset: a combination of innovation, adaptability, and a “heart for service,” drives the company forward and lays the foundation for long-term growth. He leads not just with expertise, but with empathy, proving that leadership is measured not only by achievements, but by the people and communities one empowers along the way.
Though his entrepreneurial journey is still unfolding, Loi has already made a mark that reflects vision, determination, and impact. His story reminds us that true leadership is forged through courage, perseverance, and the willingness to start-even when the path ahead is uncertain.
For his unwavering drive, early successes, and the promise of what is yet to come, Loi G. Cabahug stands as a deserving Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year – a rising leader whose journey inspires others to dream boldly, act with purpose, and never fear beginning again.
