Fly Ace President Lucio Cochanco Jr. Named Among Mansmith Award Honorees

Fly Ace Corporation President Lucio “Jun” Cochanco Jr. receives the Mansmith Entrepreneur Award for leadership in the Philippine food and beverage industry.

Fly Ace Corporation President Lucio “Jun” Cochanco Jr. has been recognized as one of 12 distinguished CEOs at the Mansmith Awards, earning the Mansmith Entrepreneur Award for his leadership in the Philippine food and beverage industry.

The recognition highlights Cochanco’s role in growing Fly Ace from a small trading operation in Binondo into a major player in the country’s consumer goods sector.

Under his leadership, and together with his siblings, the company has expanded its reach by bringing international brands and trusted products closer to Filipino households. Today, Fly Ace supports well-known brands such as Jolly, Doña Elena, Jolly Heart Mate, Good Life, and Daily Fix, while also working with global names like Lotus Biscoff, Welch’s, and Mott’s.

Leadership and growth strategy

Cochanco shared that the award reflects the work of the entire organization.

“This milestone reflects the collective dedication of our entire team,” said Cochanco. “It affirms our commitment to building strong brands and empowering the next generation of leaders to make a meaningful impact on the Philippine consumer goods industry.”

Fly Ace has continued to grow through disciplined expansion and innovation, moving into new categories such as chilled and frozen food products and pet care. The company also strengthened partnerships with global brands, reinforcing its role as a bridge between international products and Filipino consumers.

People-centered leadership

Cochanco’s leadership style focuses on collaboration and empowerment. While maintaining the company’s entrepreneurial roots, he has introduced more structured management and encouraged participation from leaders beyond the family.

He continues to invest in developing future leaders by promoting accountability, innovation, and shared ownership across the organization.

This approach has helped position Fly Ace as both a legacy-driven and forward-looking company in the Philippine consumer goods industry.

What’s next for Fly Ace

The company remains focused on delivering quality products, strengthening partnerships, and building talent for long-term growth.

The Mansmith recognition affirms not only Cochanco’s leadership but also Fly Ace’s continued commitment to excellence and innovation in serving Filipino households.

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