Starting over in a new country is never easy. It demands grit, patience, and a firm belief in one’s purpose. For Wed Lozada, now the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Ausmi King Pty Ltd in Australia, the journey wasn’t just about building a career—it was about proving that growth, no matter how painful or uncertain, can lead to something greater than you imagined.
Her journey to Australia began in 2009, not as a business owner, but as a student chasing a better life. “To support myself, I worked part-time in various admin roles,” she recalled to The Global Filipino Magazine. “During this time, I truly felt the weight of what it’s like to live abroad—balancing school with jobs like cleaning and working as an all-rounder.” It was a humbling start for someone who once dreamed of running her own business. But the struggles she encountered planted the seeds of the life she lives today.
The heart behind Ausmi King
Today, Wed wears multiple hats: she is a Registered Migration Agent in Australia, a Qualified Education Agent Counsellor, and a hands-on executive of her own company. Ausmi King Pty Ltd, the firm she co-founded, specializes in education and migration services, helping international students—especially Filipinos—fulfill their dream of studying or settling in Australia. “While our company is still growing, my team and I bring years of experience in the field,” she shared with pride. With branches already in the Philippines and China, she’s now planning an expansion into Dubai.
Behind the technicalities of visa processing and migration advice lies Wed’s real passion: helping people. “With my background in migration law, I’m passionate about helping Filipinos who wish to study and settle in Australia, guiding them through the visa process and offering support every step of the way,” she said. The most fulfilling part for her isn’t the business growth—it’s the relationships. “What truly touches me is the simple act of connecting with clients, which I treat as my friends or family members.”
Even in a highly competitive industry, she has chosen kindness and connection as her compass. “I am truly grateful for the trust and respect they show, and it means even more when they do so without judgment or negativity,” she said. This human-centered approach to business is what makes her work more than a profession—it’s a calling.
Rising from rejections
Wed’s journey hasn’t been free of self-doubt or fear. Before she became a leader and mentor, she had to wrestle with low self-esteem and fear of the unknown. “I often found myself doubting whether I had made the right decision for my career and personal growth in a foreign country,” she admitted. Like many overseas Filipinos, she struggled with homesickness and the challenge of proving herself in a new environment.
But she didn’t face those fears alone. “I am incredibly grateful for the support of my family, friends, and both current and former colleagues,” she said. “Even clients who became acquaintances have encouraged me to look beyond my insecurities.” Those who saw her potential, especially in moments she couldn’t see it herself, helped her persevere. That spirit of resilience—backed by a community of believers—is what ultimately allowed her to co-start her business.
Wed’s work ethic speaks volumes about her drive. Even as a part-time admin staff, she did more than what was asked. “I took on tasks like cleaning the office and collecting rubbish, all while juggling my admin duties,” she said. “Eventually, I was given an opportunity to become an education consultant, a step that I believe played a significant role in shaping where I am today.”
The way she describes it, success didn’t come from luck. It came from choosing to say yes to every challenge and doing the work—no matter how small—with integrity and purpose. “I think it’s the ‘Filipino’ in me—we tend to go above and beyond what’s expected,” she smiled. “I kept reminding myself, ‘Walang tiyaga, walang nilaga.’”
Bringing dreams across borders
Beyond her professional goals, Wed hopes to empower other Filipinos to pursue their own ventures, even while abroad. “My dream is to expand internationally, connecting with people who, like me, are ready to embark on the first steps into the world of entrepreneurship,” she shared. Her advocacy is clear: uplift others as you rise.
She encourages fellow kababayans not just to chase careers, but to look inward and find the confidence to build something meaningful. “Believe in yourself. Do not let other people undermine you, regardless of how you see yourself,” she advised. “Instead of competing, collaborate. Instead of dictating, support. Instead of comparing, motivate. And instead of being a boss, be a true team player.”
Wed believes that life abroad, while often glamorized, comes with harsh realities. Still, it’s one of the most transformative experiences one can go through. “Working abroad has allowed me to grow in ways I never expected,” she said. “It has made me more independent and helped me uncover skills I didn’t even realise I had.”
Among her personal milestones is earning the title of Registered Migration Agent and Qualified Education Agent Counsellor. She was also awarded the Law Dean’s Merit for Academic Excellence—proof of how far she’s come since juggling school and part-time jobs just a few years ago.
