Mikaela Louise " Milka" Romero is a Filipino businesswoman, sports executive, and politician. She is known for her ownership of the Capital1 Solar Spikers in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) and her role as CEO of the Miro Group, which operates several food and beverage businesses, including Sushi Nori. In 2024, she was chosen as the first nominee of the 1-Pacman party-list for the 2025 midterm elections.
Early life and education
Romero initially pursued a Bachelor of Arts in
Legal management before shifting to Bachelor of Arts in Management Economics at the Ateneo de Manila University, which she completed from 2010 to 2014.
Business career
Food and drink industry
Romero serves as the CEO of the Miro Group, a food and beverage company that owns several brands, including Sushi Nori.
Shipping industry
In 2022, Romero became a director of Globalport 2000, a shipping company, alongside her mother Sheila.
Sports career
Romero played for the Ateneo Lady Eagles women's football team.
She is currently the owner of the Capital1 Solar Spikers, a professional women's volleyball team competing in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL).
In 2025, Romero set up the Capital1 Solar Strikers for the 2025 PFF Women's League. She is also listed as forward player for the team.
Political career
In November 2024, Romero was announced as the first nominee of the 1-Pacman party-list for the 2025 midterm elections. Her platform focuses on advocating for women in sports and promoting athletic development in the Philippines.
Honors
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Women of Style & Substance 2024 – People Asia
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