Lucio Tan is a prominent Filipino businessman known for his significant contributions to various industries in the Philippines. He is the founder and chairman of the LT Group, Inc., which has interests in tobacco, beverages, and banking. Tan's business ventures have made him one of the wealthiest individuals in the country. Born on July 17, 1934, in Fujian, China, Tan moved to the Philippines at a young age. He studied at the University of the East and later established his first business in the tobacco industry. Over the years, he expanded his empire, becoming a key player in the Philippine economy.