Olongapo model crowned Miss Econest 2018

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT ZONE, Zambales - A freelance model from Olongapo City was crowned at the inaugural Miss Econest 2018 pageant last Oct. 28, after a nationwide search for a woman who will promote environmental awareness, particularly in the area of proper solid waste management. At the Subic Convention Center here, pageant veteran Christine Juliane Opiaza bested 16 other candidates for the pageant title that will serve as a tool to elevate the use of recycled or upcycled materials as the new status symbol for the elite. From left: Coeli Fiel, president and CEO of Econest and over-all pageant chairperson; Leandrea Batingan, 2nd runner-up; Christine Juliane Opiaza, Miss Econest 2018; and Nicole Minano, 1st runner-up. First runner-up honors went to Nicole Minano, of Romblon; while Leandrea Batingan, of Bulacan, 2nd runner-up. Winners of special awards were Sheena Zaldivar, Dapitan City, Miss Congeniality; and Best In Evening Gown; and Miss Photogenic, Batingan. Coeli...