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Building a Family Business:

Lessons from Mang Jose Furniture

with Joseph and Marissa Mendoza

CEO/Owner | Operations Head, Mang Jose Furniture

When: July 29, 2025 | 3PM PH Time

Where: via Zoom and FB LIVE

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Can love, legacy, and leadership all live under one roof?

For the couple behind Mang Jose Furniture,

the answer is a resounding yes.

In this heart-opening session of Mommy Negosyo LIVE, meet Mang Jose and Marissa — the husband-and-wife team who turned a small workshop into a trusted furniture brand, built on family values, craftsmanship, and community impact.

In this episode, they’ll share:

  • How their love story led to a business that now serves homes across the country

  • The turning point that helped Mang Jose Furniture grow from local to in-demand

  • How they divide roles and resolve challenges as a couplepreneur team

  • What makes their brand more than just a store — but a symbol of story and soul

  • Marissa’s mission to empower women while leading their business and home

  • Their biggest lessons for couples who want to build something that lasts

Register now for this FREE live interview!

*This LIVE interview is part of Mommy Negosyo's Meet My Friend Series,

where we connect you with amazing experts to help you navigate the challenges of running your business.

Meet My Friends and Special Guests

Marian Clarissa Medina-Dypuekeng Founder of Dream Catcher International and Certified DreamBuilder® Coach

Joseph Mendoza is the visionary founder and CEO

of Mang Jose Furniture, a trusted name in the Philippine furniture industry known for its commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction. Under Joseph Mendoza and Marissa Mendoza, his wife leadership,

Mang Jose Furniture has grown from a small local workshop into a respected provider of both ready-made furniture and custom-crafted pieces.

With a passion for design and a deep understanding

of the value of comfort and durability, Joseph Mendoza has steered the company to specialize in upholstery services and the creation of bespoke sofas and bed frames, combining traditional techniques with modern aesthetics. Mang Jose Furniture is recognized for blending functionality and style, making it a go-to destination for homeowners, designers, and businesses alike. Driven by a mission to elevate Filipino craftsmanship, Joseph Mendoza continues to innovate and inspire, proving that homegrown talent and dedication can build

a brand that stands the test of time.


Marissa Gal-Mendoza is the inspiring CEO/Owner and operations head of Mang Jose Furniture, a proudly Filipino-owned business specializing in ready-made furniture, expert upholstery, and handcrafted sofas

and bed frames. As a devoted wife, visionary entrepreneur, and hands-on leader, Marissa has become

a symbol of resilience and purpose-driven success.

Her passion for the furniture industry is deeply

personal—rooted in the legacy of her late father, a skilled woodworker who passed down a love for craftsmanship and creation. In his honor, Marissa built Mang Jose Furniture with her husband, Joseph Mendoza, not just

as a business, but as a mission to continue his legacy

and uplift the lives of those around her.

Driven by a heart for service and a dream bigger

than herself, Marissa works tirelessly not for personal gain, but for the growth of her family, her team, and her community. She is a dedicated advocate for women empowerment, offering support and encouragement

to women with big dreams and bold ambitions.

Beyond her business leadership, Marissa is an active member and Membership Co-Chair of the Rotary Club

of Makati Ayala Triangle, where she contributes

to community service, leadership development,

and meaningful social impact.

Through every role she plays—whether as a CEO, wife, advocate, or Rotarian—Marissa Gal-Mendoza leads with integrity, compassion, and a deep commitment to building a legacy that lasts.

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