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Manila Up International Magazine
10th Anniversary Gala · Hotel Indigo Los Angeles · 23 November 2025
Honoured at the 10th Anniversary Gala of Manila Up International Magazine — a landmark celebration of excellence, culture, and leadership held at Hotel Indigo Los Angeles Downtown.
In Print · Manila Up International Magazine
SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP and J AARON K DAVID, profiled in the Manila Up International Magazine 10th Anniversary issue.
The Premier Filipino-American Gala · Los Angeles
For a decade, Manila Up International Magazine has been the defining voice of Filipino-American excellence in Los Angeles. Its sold-out 10th Anniversary Gala at Hotel Indigo Los Angeles Downtown united a Grand Awards Ceremony, the launch of its anniversary book, and "Woven Legacies" — master designer Renee Salud's haute couture showcase, backed by Philippine Airlines, San Miguel Corporation, PAGCOR, and the Department of Tourism.
Formally recognised by the Los Angeles Board of Public Works, the gala draws U.S. senators, Philippine officials, Emmy-winning Hollywood producers, and Inside Edition anchors. To be honoured here is to stand among the highest tier of Filipino excellence — on a stage watched across two continents.
Central Spotlights of the Evening
SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP & J AARON K DAVID
Among the most honoured figures of the evening — two leaders whose work in faith, transformation, and global service placed them at the centre of Manila Up's most prestigious night.
Honours Received
Two distinguished awards were conferred upon SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP and J AARON K DAVID in recognition of their extraordinary contributions to leadership, transformation, and global service.
01 · Awardee
Divine Restoration Ignition Award
Presented at the Manila Up International Magazine 10th Anniversary Gala, Hotel Indigo Los Angeles Downtown, 23 November 2025. Recognising her extraordinary mission as a visionary leader, humanitarian, and transformational voice bridging faith and global impact.
02 · Awardee
Transformational Leadership Award
Presented at the Manila Up International Magazine 10th Anniversary Gala, Hotel Indigo Los Angeles Downtown, 23 November 2025. Recognising his steadfast leadership, cross-border influence, and quiet strength as a global architect of transformation and purpose-driven change.
SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP&J AARON K DAVID
The Evening
A glamorous evening at Hotel Indigo Los Angeles Downtown — celebrating a decade of Manila Up International Magazine with leaders, luminaries, and change-makers from across the globe.
Manila Up International Magazine · Red Carpet Highlights Spread · 10th Anniversary Edition
Featured in Print
Both SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP and J AARON K DAVID were featured in the exclusive 10th Anniversary edition of Manila Up International Magazine — profiles that honour a decade of leadership, faith, and global transformation.
Pages 84–85 · Manila Up 10th Anniversary
The Visionary Voice Bridging Heaven and Humanity
A radiant force of intellect, grace, and conviction, SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP has spent over three decades redefining how leadership, faith, and destiny converge. Appointed as "The Living Biblical Ark of the Covenant" and Founder of Crowned Eagles Global LLP and CE Global Network LLP, she has transformed divine insight into actionable strategies that empower leaders, reshape industries, and ignite transformation across continents. Her acclaimed "Behold My Messenger"™ five-volume series stands as a timeless compass for those seeking to align purpose with higher vision and to awaken the boundless potential within.
Her journey has been one of revelation, resilience, and reinvention. Through trials and triumphs, SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP embodies the principle that true power is born from alignment: when conviction meets divine vision, the impossible becomes inevitable. She teaches that impact requires surrender — releasing control to allow innovation, grace, and higher wisdom to flow freely. And above all, she champions love as the ultimate currency, the invisible force that builds empires, restores harmony, and unites humanity under one purpose.
Standing at the forefront of a new era, SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP represents the rare fusion of divine inspiration and modern leadership. Her voice transcends religion and ideology; it calls every generation to awaken potential, to lead with integrity, and to design destinies that outlast time. As Manila Up International Magazine marks its 10th Anniversary, it honours a woman whose presence lights paths, whose wisdom transforms lives, and whose legacy reminds the world that destiny is not found by chance — it is designed.
— Manila Up International Magazine · 10th Anniversary Edition
"Destiny is not found by chance — it is designed."
— Manila Up International Magazine on SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP
Manila Up International Magazine · 10th Anniversary
The Quiet Force Behind a Global Awakening
J AARON K DAVID is a man whose strength speaks through stillness. As Co-Founder of Crowned Eagles Global LLP, CE Global Network LLP and co-author of the internationally acclaimed Behold My Messenger series, he has spent decades translating divine insight into practical transformation. His leadership bridges strategy and spirit, intellect and intuition, awakening individuals and institutions alike to their highest potential. Calm, composed, and unwavering in conviction, he embodies the truth that power need not shout to be felt — it simply needs to stand firm. His partnership with SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP has ignited a worldwide movement that restores hope, integrity, and destiny across generations.
From the crucible of adversity, J AARON K DAVID rose with unyielding grace — a rebirth forged in resilience. He lives by three enduring lessons that have inspired countless leaders: strength lies in stillness; vision must be lived, not declared; and true leadership serves beyond self. For him, success is measured not by titles gained, but by lives elevated through one's guidance. These principles have become the blueprint of his life's work and the foundation of his influence across nations.
Today, through Crowned Eagles Global, J AARON K DAVID continues to mentor changemakers to transform setbacks into strategies and purpose into progress. His presence — serene yet commanding — has become a beacon of balance, integrity, and foresight in an age of noise. As Manila Up International Magazine marks its 10th Anniversary, it honours this quiet architect of transformation whose legacy proves that leadership is not defined by visibility, but by vision fulfilled. Rising from the ashes with resolute faith and refined mastery, he stands as a living emblem of rebirth, a force of resilience reborn to steady a world in motion.
— Manila Up International Magazine · 10th Anniversary Edition
"Leadership is not defined by visibility, but by vision fulfilled."
— Manila Up International Magazine on SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP and J AARON K DAVID
Hollywood & Global Personalities
At the Manila Up International Magazine 10th Anniversary Gala, SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP and J AARON K DAVID were privileged to share the evening with distinguished Hollywood personalities and Filipino-American icons — a powerful reflection of the international calibre they now move among, and the global doors that recognition continues to open.
Left to right: J AARON K DAVID · SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP · Lisa Manibog Lew Brennan · Jun Parreño · Hotel Indigo Los Angeles · November 2025
Featured Celebrity · Hollywood Producer
Eight-Time Emmy Award-Winning Television Producer · Producer, Judge Judy
At the Manila Up 10th Anniversary Gala, SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP and J AARON K DAVID met Lisa Manibog Lew Brennan — the eight-time Emmy Award-winning producer of Judge Judy.
In Person · Hotel Indigo Los Angeles · November 2025
SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP and J AARON K DAVID shared a personal moment with Lisa Manibog Lew Brennan — eight-time Emmy Award winner and producer of Judge Judy — on the evening of the Manila Up 10th Anniversary Gala.
In Person · Hotel Indigo Los Angeles · November 2025
SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP · LISA MANIBOG LEW BRENNAN
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Featured Personality · Filipino Entertainment Icon
Filipino Entertainer & Performing Artist · Honouree, Manila Up International Magazine 10th Anniversary · Hotel Indigo Los Angeles · November 2025
SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP and J AARON K DAVID shared the evening with Jun Parreño — celebrated Filipino entertainer and fellow honouree of the Manila Up 10th Anniversary Gala, featured on the covers of the anniversary edition and a respected icon in the Filipino-American community.
Full Gallery
Awards, magazine profiles, and personal moments from the Manila Up International Magazine 10th Anniversary Gala — Hotel Indigo Los Angeles, November 2025.
SHEKINAIH SIEW SIN YAP · Divine Restoration Ignition Award
J AARON K DAVID · Transformational Leadership Award