Steve Solon
Steve Chiongbian Solon | |
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.jpg) Official portrait, 2025 | |
| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from Sarangani's at-large district | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Rogelio Pacquiao |
| 4th Governor of Sarangani | |
| In office June 30, 2013 – June 30, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Miguel Rene Alcantara Dominguez |
| Succeeded by | Rogelio Pacquiao |
| Vice Governor of Sarangani | |
| In office June 30, 2007 – June 30, 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Bridget Chiongbian-Huang |
| Succeeded by | Jinkee Pacquiao |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 3, 1971 Makati, Rizal, Philippines[1] |
| Political party | Lakas–CMD (2022–present) PCM (local party) |
| Other political affiliations | PDP–Laban (2018–2022) UNA (2012–2016) |
| Spouse | Michelle Lopez |
| Alma mater | Valley Forge Military Academy and College (AA) Fordham University (BSBA) Ateneo de Manila University (MBA) Duke University (MA) |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Profession | Businessman |
Steve Chiongbian Solon (born March 3, 1971) is a Filipino businessman and politician who has served as the representative for Sarangani's at-large district since 2022. He previously served as the fourth governor of Sarangani from 2013 to 2022 and as vice governor from 2007 to 2013.
The grandson of James and Priscilla Chiongbian, who served as representative and governor, respectively, Solon carries a background in business.
In February 2025, Solon was one of the 95 Lakas–CMD members of Congress who voted to impeach vice president Sara Duterte.
Early life and education
[edit]After receiving his Associate’s Degree from Valley Forge Military Academy in Pennsylvania, he completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Fordham University in New York.[2]
Straight out of college, Solon passed the General Securities Representative Exam (Series 7) and the Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination (Series 63) and became a licensed stock broker on Wall Street.[2]
After spending several years in the United States, Solon moved back to the Philippines in 1996 and continued his career in the financial industry managing several local and global equities portfolios. It was also during this time, as a working student, Steve obtained a Master of Business Administration degree from the Ateneo Graduate School of Business, and graduated on the Dean’s List. He then went on to spend another two years securing another Master’s degree in International Development Policy from Duke University’s, Sanford School of Public Policy in North Carolina.[2]
Political career
[edit]Vice governor of Sarangani (2007–2013)
[edit]In 2007, Solon ran for vice governor of Sarangani and spent two terms heading the legislative branch of government.[3][4]
Governor of Sarangani (2013–2022)
[edit]In 2013, Solon became the fourth governor of Sarangani.[5][6][7]
House of Representatives (2022–present)
[edit]On June 9, 2022, Solon left PDP-Laban to join the Lakas–CMD party prior to the start of the 19th Congress.[8] On February 5, 2025, Solon was among the 95 Lakas–CMD members who voted to impeach vice president Sara Duterte.[9][10]
References
[edit]- ^ "COC_SARANGANI_OPES_SOLON_STEVE_CHIONGBIAN" (PDF). Commission on Elections.
- ^ a b c "Official Website of the Provincial Government of Sarangani - Governor Profile". governor.sarangani.gov.ph. Retrieved 2022-06-26.
- ^ Tomacruz, Sofia. "PDP-Laban sweeps one-on-one local races". Rappler. Retrieved 2019-08-06.
- ^ "Gov. Steve Solon graces Malapatan foundation anniversary". Politiko Mindanao. 2019-06-29. Retrieved 2019-08-06.
- ^ Declaro, Bombo Hadi May (2 June 2019). "SarBay Fest nagmalampuson, 150K nakigduyog – Bombo Radyo Gensan". Retrieved 2019-08-06.
- ^ "Sarangani gov calls for resumption of peace talks". Manila Bulletin News. Retrieved 2019-08-06.
- ^ "Jinkee Pacquiao wants to be Sarangani vice-gov". Retrieved 2019-08-06.
- ^ Gutierrez, Dennis (June 10, 2022). "23 new House solons join Lakas-CMD". Inquirer.net. Inquirer Interactive, Inc. Retrieved May 31, 2025.
- ^ Flores, Dominique Nicole (February 5, 2025). "Who are the 215 House endorsers of VP Sara Duterte's impeachment?". Philstar.com. Manila, Philippines: Philstar Global Corp. Retrieved February 6, 2025.
- ^ Cervantes, Filane Mikee (February 6, 2025). "25 more lawmakers want to join as complainants vs. VP Sara". Philippine News Agency. Manila: News and Information Bureau, Presidential Communications Office. Retrieved February 7, 2025.
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