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Salvio Fortuno

Public Figure

Salvio Fortuno is the incumbent CONGRESSMAN of the 5th District of Camarines Sur ( 2010 - 2013).

Sal was born in San Roque Poblacion, Nabua, Camarines Sur to Patricio and Salvacion. He is the eldest among 6 siblings. As a child, he dreamt of being a radio announcer. He would stand on top of a tall pile of "palay" harvest and pretend to broadcast some news, using a tin can as his microphone.io

He finished elementary schooling at Nabua Elementary School with honors. He went to Ateneo de Naga University for his highschool (Honors Course). He took up Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at the University of Nueva Caceres, then went on to complete a Management course at the Development Academy of the Philippines.

His relatively large family could not afford everything, so Sal became a working student to help with his education. He tried his luck at the DZGE radio station owned by the late Senator Edmundo B. Cea, and landed a broadcasting job. His deep baritone voice and very social attitude impressed the listeners and they soon became fans. They would tune in to the radio and even visit during his shift. Sal showed potential management skills at a young age, and this caught the attention of the senator. At 20 years old, Sal became the youngest Manager of DZGE in its whole history. He was soon given the reins of the network and became the Regional Manager of 4 radio stations in Naga City & Legaspi City. He also became the Assistant General Manager of the Whole Filipinas Broadcasting Network. All throughout his management years, Sal was known as the Kind person whom the staff trusted to arbitrate in any complications. He managed with a heart..

In ____, Senator Cea, died. The senator's then young driver, Bebot, came to work for Sal. Bebot recalls the old politician telling him, to take care and watch Sal, because he would soon be an important public figure. The prediction came true in 1988, when Sal won his first political campaign as a Provincial Board Member of Camarines Sur. Below is a list of his succeeding positions:

1988-1995: Two-Term Provincial Board Member of Camarines Sur 1995-1998, 2004-2010: Three-Term Vice Governor of Camarines Sur Acting Governor, Province of Camarines Sur Regional Chairman, League of Vice Governors of the Philippines 1998-2001: Congressman, former 4th District of Camarines Sur (Chairman: Committee on Public Information) 2001-2003: Senior Consultant, Office of Senator Edgardo Angara, Philippine Senate 2004-2010: (Vice Governor)

2010-2013: CONGRESSMAN,, 5th District Camarines Sur (formerly called 4th District)

During these times, he garnered numerous AWARDS including The following:


 * Distinguished Service Award by the US Congress for invaluable service rendered to the Filipino World War II Veterans given at Carson City California


 * Medal of Honor and Cravat awarded by the Veterans Affairs commission Republic of China, Award of Excellence as Outstanding National Leader of the Vice Governor League of the Philippines


 * Millenium Awardee as one of the 100 Outstanding Personalities of Camarines Sur from 1900-1999 in recognition of his rise from the rank of media icon to an honored Congressman of Camarines Sur.


 * Outstanding Provincial Board Member of the Philippines for his distinct performance and leadership that brought honor and prestige to the Provincial Members League of the Philippines.


 * Outstanding Golden Alumnus of Ateneo de Naga University (2012) as recognition to his rise from the ranks of media announcer to an elected Congressman of Camarines Sur.

He is currently the Chairman of  Bicol Recovery and Economic Development  Committee  in congress. The committee's purpose is to  foresee matters directly and principally relating to policies and programs to promote and enhance the development of the Bicol area inclusive of developmental projects, care programs, and the Bicol river basin project

http://www.congress.gov.ph/press/details.php?pressid=5312 https://www.salviofortuno.com http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/32381/bill-makes-illegal-training-fees-for-nurse-apprentices http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=769967 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Salvio-Fortuno/207682175955100?sk=info

DFB 23:02, 29 February 2012 (UTC)