Who Is Matthew Lhuillier? 5 Facts About the M Lhuillier Scion

With 3000 branches all over the Philippines, Cebu-born business M Lhuillier has cemented itself as the largest non-bank financial service in the country. The company is headed by President and CEO Michael Lhuillier, a dedicated family man who’s brought up three sons with his wife, Joanna Maitland-Smith Lhuillier.

Their second child, Matthew Lhuillier, became the topic of headlines last year when talk of him dating Chie Filomeno circulated online. While the pair have never confirmed their relationship, rumors of their breakup are already grabbing public attention once more. Beyond all the whispers, we get to know the M Lhuillier scion as he proves to be more than the gossip surrounding him.

Matthew was born on September 3, 1997 to parents with prominent names. FYI, his mother, Joanna, comes from the Maitland-Smith clan who founded a luxury home decor brand of the same name. He also has two brothers, namely Michael James and Myles.

Matthew’s family fondly calls him “sunshine boy,” described by his mom on an Instagram post as “pure joy and light.”

Matthew’s LinkedIn profile details his career progression in the F&B industry. He spent a year on his home service business as a personal chef and is currently a Food and Beverage Consultant for La Vie Lifestyle.

At 28, Matthew has taken on a vital role in the family business as the Chief Operating Officer of M. Lhuillier Food Products. The subsidiary was founded in 1989 and prides itself for being a “world-class provider of excellent goods.” They focus on dried fruit products, and are one of the major players in the Cebu-famous mango processing industry.

Matthew is the founder and CEO of Bisaya Brew, a craft beverage brand “inspired by the legendary Bisaya spirit.” What was initially the idea of their in-house chef to brew beer for their restaurant turned into a full-fledged venture after they realized how much effort the task actually required.

Unwilling to let go of the project, Matthew stepped in and learned the ropes of brewing with the guidance of a consultant accredited by the Doemens Academy of Beer in Germany. “Going into the industry as a chef, I thought I was well prepared, but I’ll tell you I became more of a scientist making this beer," Matthew told media. Filipino culture features prominently in the brand’s menu, often experimenting with native fruits and leaves to create drinks that reflect local flavor.

Apart from his business pursuits, Matthew is also involved in charity-driven initiatives. He’s currently an Administrative Aide for the M Lhuillier Cares Foundation, which was created “as a way of giving back to the community and touching the lives of people that the company cares about.” The foundation has launched several programs that have aided in the health, education, and livelihood of their beneficiaries.