Originally from the Philippines, Holly moved to the U.S. nearly 30 years ago after earning a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the Mapua Institute of Technology (MIT), with a focus on Power Systems. His passion for Math and Physics during high school led him to pursue a career in engineering

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Holly began his career in R&D, working for an electrical equipment manufacturer associated with ABB and Siemens. After relocating to Los Angeles, he joined a consulting electrical engineering firm, where he honed his design and CADD skills. Over time, Holly gained extensive experience in various project types, specializing in power, lighting, low voltage communication, and fire alarm systems.

Outside of work, Holly enjoys keeping things organized—whether it’s doing laundry, washing cars, or maintaining the yard. While he no longer plays basketball, he’s still an avid fan and once coached and trained teenagers. A surprising fun fact: he has a strong interest in architecture and loves laying out floor plans. If given the chance to do things differently, he might have pursued plumbing engineering or even a career as a ranking police officer or military officer.

As for coffee? Strong, black, with a touch of half-and-half is the way to go.