Michael Visande Herrero was born and lives in Cebu City, the fourth son of Efren Herrero Sr. and Judith Herrero, and the youngest of nine siblings. He was a scholar of the International Maritime Employer’s Council, and is a Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering graduate at the University of Cebu and a commercial pilot trained at Cheynair Aviation in Lapu-Labu, Cebu.

Description and symbolism:

The owl, a symbol of insight and foresight, suggests the Armiger’s eager pursuit of knowledge and wisdom. Armored, it alludes to the Armiger’s understanding that knowledge cannot be attained without being fought for and wisdom gained through experience. The armor also represents restraint, and the Armiger’s desire to use knowledge and wisdom to safeguard the helpless: wisdom is not passive, but actively safeguarded.

In the owl’s claws are two circles representing the Armiger’s professions. On the left, the waves allude to seafaring. Water symbolizes adaptability, endurance, and fluidity: qualities essential to both the sea and the Armiger’s ability to navigate life’s challenges. On the right, the curled wisps allude to aviation. Air symbolizes freedom, ambition and exploration, reflecting the Armiger’s pursuit of new heights and willingness to venture beyond the ordinary.

To the Armiger, blue and gold represent loyalty and nobility: blue reflects truth, loyalty and honor, while gold refers to generosity.

Blazon: Shield: Azure an owl affronté in armor Azure edged Or and bearing in each claw a hurt, the dexter charged with three barrulets wavy, the sinister charged with three barrulets each couped and ensigned in bend by a gurges Or.

Motto: Aut viam inveniam aut faciam (“I will either find a way or make one”).

Assumed/granting authority: Assumed, September 18, 2024. Registered, Philippine Armorial, September 28, 2024.

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