ENGR. TOMAS N. OROLA

            Engr. Tomas N. Orola could have easily been chosen as the Professional Regulation Commission's outstanding marine engineer on any year and earn his place as one of the best seafarers in the Philippines. he could have been also recognized with hundreds of plaques and awards for his accomplishments. And with excellent skills and intellect, he could have amassed wealth and riches most marines of his calibers and rewarded with.

             Yet he choose not to.

             For while many believe that success is measured by rank, or the myriad of awards and fat bank accounts, there are a few who have found humility and generosity in their accomplishments. Individuals who considers success as a gauge of the number of lives one has touched during his existence. Individuals like Engr. Tomas N. Orola.