SMALL LAUDE:

Can I be a Chanel endorser? No bashing!

Imet Small Laude through her sister, visionary builder Alice Eduardo. Both are beautiful and smart. But while Alice has a serene, deepthinking personality, Small is the bubbly type who will bare her heart and soul with her exuberant laughter. With her vlog and TV show, she makes people laugh, and has millions of fans nationwide, coming from all classes.

But four years ago, Small was quietly working with her husband Philip at their brokerage securities business at the Philippine Stock Exchange. “During a family trip, I felt bored and posted a video which, to my surprise, got a huge response,” Small recalls. And the rest is big history.

“At first, my kids were upset and asked if I could just do this stuff after they graduate.” (Allison was at IS, and sons RJ, Michael and Tim at Ateneo). Now they are surely proud of their mom, who is chased by both students and adults for selfies. Now, banks, retail brands and manufacturers want her to be their endorser.

‘ I’m not so sure what my next big dream would be, as I didn’t even expect that where I am today would happen to me! I am already overwhelmed as it is, and very grateful. Making people laugh, making a difference in their lives, giving them momentary distraction and joy is already a dream come true. I am already very content with my life. As I always say, I can’t ask for anything more. So if I really had to think hard about what more there is to dream about, it is to be blessed with more endorsements so that I can continue to be a blessing to others. Also, to be the model of international brands like Dior, Balenciaga and Chanel — just kidding! But it’s free to dream ’ right? So please, no bashing, okay?