Emilie Nolledo of Miliya Kids’ Accessories

Mompreneur Emilie Nolledo believes that being busy should not stop you from pursuing your dreams. Even with a successful career at a Globalbank, this mom is also very much involved in her kids’ lives, is an officer at her kids’ school PTA, a freelance writer, an active member of a religious organization and the owner of a business that manufactures and sells kids’ accessories.

“How do you do it all?” we asked mompreneur Emilie incredulously. She replies, “It’s a matter of prioritizing. I focus on what I need to do and just do it! I believe that you can make time for things that are important to you.”

On why she decided to put up a business despite a hectic career life at the corporate world, Emilie says, “I enjoy my corporate life and didn’t want to give that up, but one of my dreams is to put a business that makes products for kids. I was lucky to meet someone who was skilled in beading and we decided to partner to put up Miliya Corporation four years ago. She manages the day-to-day operations and we touch base twice a week to go over designs and sales.”  

Miliya Corporation’s primary products are kids accessories and rosaries, which are sold at Rustan’s under the Kiddos brand, Meet My Feet, Fleurettes, Sanctuario de San Antonio Parish and Gift of Grace (Davao). Recently, they have ventured into selling online as well, and were lucky to be chosen to supply kids’ rosary bracelets to France two years ago.  

Another fun product they offer is a beading station at events. Kids and moms love designing their own accessories and personalizing them with letters and pretty beads, and it’s always a hit at parties! The company also accepts special orders. “Our customers love to personalize our items and give them as gifts. We make bags with their own design logos, name bracelets and even personalized rosaries! We also accept orders for souvenirs and giveaways.”  

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“What I like most about my business is that I am able to give back,” Emilie relates. “When we received the order from France, I had to produce a large number of rosary bracelets over a short period of time, so we partnered with an NGO to help us find a community to help us produce the items. It was excellent, because one of my goals for the business is to help other people earn.” Emilie goes on to say, “I also like donating our rosaries and rosary bracelets because I believe we should teach kids to pray while they are young. It is then that we are able to give them the gift of having a strong spiritual life. We also facilitate rosary-making workshops.”  

Aside from kids’ accessories, Miliya also creates ID necklaces that are available at Fully Booked branches, and is currently developing a ladies accessories line for a store in Greenbelt 5.  

“How do you find time to spend with your children?” we asked Emilie, who has two girls, aged 10 and 15.  “I have always been involved with my kids’ lives since they were young and this helped me a great deal in balancing everything. I love being part of their lives! I would be their tutor and help them with schoolwork. When they get medals and awards, we celebrate together! I also get involved in their school activities and get to know their friends. In fact, my house is a favorite venue of sleepovers,” Emilie laughs. “We love doing things together. Now that they are older, we travel a lot, visit bookstores, play video games, hit the spa and watch movies and concerts.”  

Emilie believes that moms can blend work with family. “My kids help me out in the business. My younger one sorts the beads and helps me package orders. My older daughter helps me with inventory and design. Sometimes they help man the bazaar booth and I give them a percentage of the sales. I also get them involved in my corporate work when I share with them stories of how to remain positive despite dealing with challenges. They get to hear about my day while I listen to theirs. Two key ingredients in keeping our bond strong are constant communication and the ability to be silly! My kids are my blessings and source of joy, but that does not mean I need to give up a fulfilling career life. I just make sure I know my priorities.”  

Click through the gallery to see samples of Miliya Accessories’ products. For queries and more information, contact Miliya at the following numbers: 871-6362 / 0917-533-2441 / 0917-935-4362, email them at miliyakids@yahoo.com, or visit their Facebook page.