“Ilaw ng Karunungan” sented the Philam Life "Ilaw ng Kartmungan" award last Mother's Day at the Hotel Inter-Continental Manila~ The award is a recognition of a mother's Significant contribution to the promotion of education for the improvement of Filipino life.

Thirty-four-year-old Rossana, mother of four, is the force behind the country's leading tutorial and review center. With five branches in Metro Manila (including two small branches in SM Megamall and Robinsons Galleria), AHEAD has been helping thousands of young Filipino students get into the schools of their choice, score high in school exams, and markedly improve their academic performance. Through Rossana’s guidance and the employment of the most qualified tutors and lecturers, the center has maintained the highest passing percentage in the college entrance tests of UP, Ateneo, and La Salle. It has been the official review center of La Salle Greenhills for four years. If is also the only one in the industry to publish an annual passers list.

While overseeing all operations of both AHEAD and WorldPrep, Rossana alSo manages a home, which she shares with her husband, businessman Eduardo Llenado, and kids Nicolo and Paolo, Darla and Meg. Her executive office is a minute away from her residence so the children can see her anytime of the day.

The Ilaw ng Karunungan award is but fitting for Rossana, whose commitment to best-quality service has been helping young Filipinos reach their full potentials. When asked her secret to success, Rossana reveals: "It's hard work, a lot of prayer, a loving husband, and inspiring children."

Looking ahead: Ilaw ng Karunungan awardee and AHEAD Tutorial and Review Center founder Rossana Llenado