{"id":11217,"date":"2025-07-25T10:52:05","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T21:52:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vpcrental.club\/public_html\/vpcrental.club\/?p=11217"},"modified":"2025-07-25T10:52:10","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T21:52:10","slug":"from-local-roots-to-global-vision-featured-in-bizweekly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vpcrental.club\/public_html\/vpcrental.club\/blog\/from-local-roots-to-global-vision-featured-in-bizweekly\/","title":{"rendered":"From Local Roots to Global Vision: Featured in BizWeekly"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We\u2019re excited to share that our founder, <strong>Miriam Surofv<\/strong>, has been profiled in the latest feature from <strong>BizWeekly<\/strong> \u2014 a spotlight on purpose-driven leadership, innovation, and the evolving role of business in shaping the future of Tonga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The article, titled <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/bizweekly.com\/from-grounded-to-global-miriam-surofvs-purpose-driven-path-to-transforming-tonga\/\"><em>\u201cFrom Grounded to Global: Miriam Surofv\u2019s Purpose-Driven Path to Transforming Tonga\u201d<\/em><\/a>, captures Miriam\u2019s unique journey \u2014 from public service at the Electoral Commission of Tonga to leading two transformative ventures:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>VPC Vox Populi Consultancy<\/strong>, a strategic advisory firm rooted in cultural intelligence and global experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>VPC Rental Club<\/strong>, a mobility company redefining reliable and sustainable transport across the Pacific<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Through these ventures, Miriam continues to challenge conventional models of business \u2014 building operations that are deeply grounded in community needs, cultural values, and long-term sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cI don\u2019t just run businesses \u2013 I live with intention and accountability.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>The BizWeekly feature also highlights her broader contributions as a civic leader, youth mentor, and advocate for resilient Pacific development. From supporting Tonga\u2019s cultural and sports sectors to introducing cutting-edge mobility solutions, her work reflects a powerful blend of innovation and heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cTech isn\u2019t about disruption for us \u2013 it\u2019s about designing tools that serve local needs in smarter, more sustainable ways.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>We are honored to see this story shared so beautifully and proud to be part of a mission that uplifts people, strengthens systems, and keeps culture at the center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read the full feature<\/strong> here:<br><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/bizweekly.com\/from-grounded-to-global-miriam-surofvs-purpose-driven-path-to-transforming-tonga\/\">From Grounded to Global \u2013 BizWeekly<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you to everyone who supports our vision. 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