From selling tobacco in Cebu to heading an Engineering Powerhouse in Sydney: A Filipino entrepreneur’s story

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From humble beginnings in the Philippines, Engr. Noel Seno and his wife Theresa have built Seno Engineering Australia. Today, they’re not only achieving their dreams but also opening doors and creating opportunities for fellow Filipinos and those in need. Credit: Theresa Seno

Losing his mother at two didn’t stop Engr. Noel Seno and Theresa from proving that dedication and faith can change your life, even abroad.


Key Points
  • Engr. Noel Seno, a native of Cebu, and his wife Theresa from Bacolod, Negros Occidental, are blessed with three children. Together, they own Seno Engineering Australia in Sydney, creating food machinery, electronic equipment, and machines for home and personal care products.
  • The skilled Filipino workers they bring from the Philippines are provided with free accommodation for six months. The Seno couple’s goal is to help them start their new lives in Australia.
  • Arnotts, Darrell Lea, and Pepsi-Cola are just some of the company’s clients. The Seno family plans to establish a training center in the Philippines to prepare fellow Filipinos for opportunities abroad.
To succeed, you must be a vision-driven person—focused, strong-willed, and full of ideas. Dedicate yourself, work hard, and never forget to be kind, sharing your blessings along the way.
Engr. Noel and Theresa Seno, Business Owner, Seno Engineering Australia
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Despite losing his mother at the age of two, Engr. Noel Seno and his wife Theresa demonstrated that with grit, patience, and faith, one can overcome any hardship—even in a foreign land. Credit: Theresa Seno
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The Seno family believes they were placed in their position for a greater purpose. They hire and mentor Filipinos, turning opportunities into dreams and paying forward the blessings they’ve received. Credit: Seno Engineering Australia Facebook
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