DUBAI, UAE — History was made in Dubai as Filipinohomes founder and CEO Anthony Gerard O. Leuterio awarded a car to Mich Q. Guinto, the first agent of FHI Global Property Dubai to earn a performance vehicle incentive. The milestone marks a powerful shift for Filipinos from employees to entrepreneurs in the UAE.
A Pioneering Achievement
Leuterio, a licensed Real Estate Regulatory Agency broker in Dubai, flew into the emirate and immediately handed over the car keys. He was accompanied by his daughter May Antonette, COO of Filipinohomes and co‑founder of Rentsouq.ae. The Guinto couple stood alongside them, beaming with pride.
The award recognized Mich Guinto’s outstanding sales performance since joining the fledgling Dubai office. Her dedication helped establish the network’s credibility in one of the world’s most competitive property markets. This car is not just a prize but proof that a Filipino‑led real estate brand can thrive abroad.
Leuterio said the recognition is only the beginning of what he calls the “Dubai Miracle.” He stressed that Filipinos have the talent and drive to build successful enterprises, not just fill employment roles. The ceremony sent a clear message to the OFW community that entrepreneurship is a viable and rewarding path.
A Commitment to the Filipino Community
Beyond the car keys, the event carried a deeper mission. Leuterio emphasized that FHI Global Dubai and Rentsouq.ae are serious about helping kababayans succeed in the UAE. He said the network is not merely conducting business but fulfilling a commitment to uplift the community.
The platform offers OFWs a legitimate pathway to transition from workers to investors and brokers. Licensed by RERA, FHI Global Dubai provides training, mentorship, and access to a growing portfolio of properties. Every success story, like Guinto’s, inspires others to believe that they, too, can build wealth abroad.
The network’s Dubai office, established in January 2025, has since hosted free landlord seminars and partnered with major developers. This infrastructure supports agents in navigating the complex UAE real estate landscape. The car award is the most visible symbol yet of the network’s expanding presence and its agent‑first culture.
Building on Growing Momentum
The car presentation follows a series of high‑profile events in the UAE. FHI Global recently held an exclusive Real Estate Leaders Summit and a two‑day Power Training, equipping agents with skills in project sales and rental management. These activities reinforce the network’s commitment to professional development and cross‑border expertise.
Globally, Filipinohomes is pushing toward 150 branches, with training events held in Cebu, Palawan, and Pampanga. The Dubai office represents the international frontier of that expansion. Each milestone, from agent awards to summit gatherings, strengthens the bridge between the Philippines and the Middle East.
A Message of Empowerment
For Mich Guinto, the keys represent more than a vehicle. They symbolize what is possible when talent meets opportunity and a supportive network. As Leuterio put it, Filipinos are here to build, not just to work. The Dubai Miracle, he insists, has only just begun.
