SHOWN IN PHOTO FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: RICHARD HINOLA- BEST MAGAZINE PUBLISHER/AWARDS GURU PHILIPPINES, FAUSTO VALLE COBARRUBIAS/STANDING RIC V. CABANILLAS STORE SUPERVISOR, BERNARDO F. MABESA CO-OWNER
“More Laps, More Fun!”
Behind every successful business is a story of courage, perseverance, and the determination to turn challenges into opportunities. For Fausto Valle Cobarrubias, together with his partner Bernardo Mabesa, the journey behind BEKS EXPRESS began with a simple meat shop and a dream that refused to give up.
Before becoming the food business it is today, their meat shop struggled to succeed for almost a year. Instead of surrendering to the challenges, they came up with a brilliant idea: transform their fresh meat into delicious, ready-to-eat meals. They began serving fried pork chops and pork ribs adobo, eventually discovering the flavors that would define their brand.
One of their greatest culinary treasures is the now-flagship Pork Ribs Adobo, prepared using a cherished secret recipe passed down to Fausto by his father. This homemade touch gives BEKS EXPRESS its distinct character, combining family tradition, authentic flavors, and a passion for good food.
But beyond its menu, BEKS EXPRESS stands for something even more meaningful: empowerment, inclusion, and opportunity. The business continues to welcome and employ members of the LGBTQ+ community, creating a workplace where people can develop their skills, earn a living, and pursue their dreams. More than providing employment, Fausto and his team encourage their employees to finish their studies and aspire to build businesses of their own someday.
For Fausto, success is not measured solely by profit, the number of employees, or the expansion of a business. He believes that an empowered man is not simply someone who owns a company or manages a team. A true leader inspires others, recognizes their potential, and creates opportunities for people to grow beyond their present circumstances. Leadership means guiding with compassion, leading by example, and opening doors for others to achieve their own success.
Looking five years into the future, Fausto envisions BEKS EXPRESS expanding into more locations and welcoming franchise partners, bringing its signature flavors and inclusive spirit to more communities.
His journey is a reminder that sometimes, a failed beginning can become the foundation of something extraordinary. With determination, family inspiration, and a heart for helping others, Fausto Valle Cobarubias continues to prove that a business can be more than a source of income—it can be a platform for hope, dignity, and opportunity.
Fausto Valle Cobarrubias: a businessman by profession, a leader by purpose, and an advocate for empowerment through opportunity.
BEKS EXPRESS — MORE LAPS, MORE FUN!
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