AN ENTERPRISE BUILT ON FAITH
Jeremy De Leon was recently featured in L.A. Style Magazine, where he opened up about the origins, values, and vision behind his growing family enterprise — a story that begins not in a boardroom, but in the middle of a financial crisis.
About The Article
Jeremy De Leon was recognized in L.A. Style Magazine's Special Edition — The New Jesus Revolution Issue — as part of the Marketplace Leaders Spotlight, featured alongside a distinguished group of faith-driven entrepreneurs, authors, and ministries making a meaningful impact across industries.
"Our values are defined by our faith. Our faith is everything."
— Jeremy De Leon, as quoted in L.A. Style Magazine
The feature tells the story of how a family facing the 2008 housing crisis in South LA made a defining decision — to work together, take action, and build something meaningful from the ground up. What began out of necessity in the scrap metal industry has grown over eighteen years into PHRE Holdings, a diversified family enterprise operating across hospitality, logistics, real estate, and environmental services in the United States and internationally.
The article also highlights a deeply personal turning point — a tragic accident in 2008 that led Jeremy to a moment of faith that would permanently shape his approach to leadership and business. His philosophy is clear: confidence must be balanced with humility, and success is never an end in itself, but a vehicle for something greater. As CEO of PHRE Holdings, Jeremy leads with a vision that is both generational and purpose-driven, supported by the Faith in Business Expo and the philanthropic work of Cornerstone of Hope International.
To read the full feature and explore Jeremy's story in his own words, visit the link below.
Also featured in
L.A. Style Magazine · Special Edition Issue 08
March 7, 2025
Cornerstone of Hope International
Ministries expanding God's kingdom
In the same landmark issue, Cornerstone of Hope International (COH) — the humanitarian arm of Jeremy De Leon's mission — was featured in the Ministries section alongside organizations dedicated to expanding God's Kingdom through compassion, service, and courageous leadership.
"To reflect God's love in action, rebuild hope, and invite lives and communities into lasting transformation."
— Cornerstone of Hope International mission statement
Rooted in Christian faith and headquartered in Los Angeles — with an international presence in Guatemala City — COH walks alongside vulnerable communities to restore dignity, meet practical needs, and create long-term partnerships. The organization serves families impacted by poverty, disaster, and injustice across Guatemala, Kenya, and El Salvador, collaborating with local churches and aligned organizations to carry out its mission on the ground.
Supported by PHRE Holdings and mission partners, COH provides both immediate relief and long-term empowerment — from weekly meals to approximately 100 children near Zone 3 of Guatemala City, to quarterly health fairs, community development programs, youth mentorship, and entrepreneurial training. The organization also serves as the philanthropic backbone of the Faith and Business Expo, creating spaces where business leaders and faith communities come together for impact.
To read the full feature and learn how to be part of COH's next mission trip to Guatemala, visit the link below.
Meet Jeremy A. De Leon
Founding President of PHRE Holdings
Jeremy A. De Leon was recently featured in ShoutOut LA, where he sat down for a candid conversation about the purpose behind his work, the businesses he has built, and the people who have made it all possible. It's a story not of a calculated business plan, but of faith, resilience, and a commitment to building something that truly matters.
"Business can be a force for good. When companies are built with integrity, purpose, and stewardship in mind, they can create more than economic value they can create hope, opportunity, and transformation."
— Jeremy A. De Leon
PHRE Holdings
As featured in
ShoutOut LA · March 25, 2026
In a recent interview with ShoutOut LA, Jeremy A. De Leon, Founding President of PHRE Holdings, opened up about the vision, values, and people behind one of the most purpose-driven holding companies in operation today — a family of businesses built not on a business plan, but on faith and resilience.
"Business can be a force for good. When companies are built with integrity, purpose, and stewardship in mind, they can create more than economic value — they can create hope, opportunity, and transformation."
— Jeremy A. De Leon
Jeremy shares how a serious accident early in his life became the defining moment that redirected his path — turning what could have been a setback into a moment of profound clarity. From that point, entrepreneurship became a mission. What started as one step of faith has grown into PHRE Holdings, a multi-industry enterprise operating across the United States, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Kenya.
The portfolio spans hospitality through Ciel Luxe Hotels and Notas Restaurant in Antigua Guatemala; real estate through PROMA Real Estate Investments; and professional services through Global Multi-Connect, a platform connecting Latin American talent with global opportunities. Each company is a deliberate expression of a larger mission: to use business as a platform for community transformation, job creation, and lasting impact.
Jeremy also speaks with deep gratitude about the people who have made it all possible — God, his family, and a core team that operates across industries and continents with the same spirit of service that defines the entire organization.
Read the full interview and discover the story behind PHRE Holdings at the link below.
As featured in
ShoutOut LA · March 25, 2026
Progressive Scrap Metals
Sustainability, opportunity, and second chances
In the same ShoutOut LA feature, Jeremy A. De Leon spoke in depth about Progressive Scrap Metals — one of the earliest and most foundational businesses within the PHRE Holdings family, and a venture that embodies the organization's core belief that business can be a force for environmental and social good.
"Recycling allowed us to participate in an industry that not only creates economic opportunity but also contributes to environmental sustainability by giving valuable materials a second life."
— Jeremy A. De Leon
Jeremy describes how Progressive Scrap Metals grew from a family necessity into a significant operation in the United States, contributing to environmental sustainability by keeping valuable materials in circulation and reducing industrial waste. The business plays a direct role in supporting the broader manufacturing supply chain while generating stable employment and career paths for individuals looking to build a future for their families.
Beyond its environmental contribution, Progressive Scrap Metals represents something deeply personal for Jeremy — it was the first business, the original step of faith that proved a family in crisis could turn adversity into opportunity. Today it remains a cornerstone of PHRE Holdings' operations and a living example of the company's mission: to build enterprises that serve people and communities, not just balance sheets.
To read the complete interview and learn more about Progressive Scrap Metals and the PHRE Holdings ecosystem, visit the link below.
processing made easy
As featured in
Metals & Mining Review · Top 10 Metal Recycling Companies 2022
Metal recycling and
Progressive Scrap Metals, led by Jeremy A. De Leon, Founding President, was recognized by Metals & Mining Review as one of the Top 10 Metal Recycling Companies of 2022 — a distinction earned through more than a decade of operational excellence, client commitment, and innovation in the scrap metal recycling industry.
"We are established in the metal recycling space due to our long-lasting relationship with lead partners, who connect us with other business associates, helping us build a sustainable clientele portfolio."
— Jeremy A. De Leon, Founding President, Progressive Scrap Metals
The article profiles how Progressive Scrap Metals has tackled some of the industry's most persistent challenges — from cost-push inflation and limited industrial space to port congestion — through smart, operational solutions. The company runs four state-of-the-art facilities spanning over 200,000 square feet across Los Angeles and Upland, California, each designed for a specialized function: bulk buying, processing and condensing, and heavy metal treatment. This specialization allows a steady flow of materials, shipping between 18 and 20 million pounds of scrap metal every month.
To address wage-driven inflation, the company established Global Multi-Connect, an administrative hub in Guatemala that leverages local talent to stay competitive in pricing, productivity, and quality. Port logistics are managed through a 24/7 in-house trucking fleet, while proprietary software streamlines buying, selling, inventory tracking, and international contract management. Progressive Scrap Metals serves clients across China, Japan, South Korea, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Mexico — a global reach built on the foundation of not overpromising and always over-delivering.
To read the full feature and learn more about Progressive Scrap Metals' recognition, visit the link below.
Overhauling recycling
Also featured in
Metals & Mining Review · Top 10 Metal Recycling Companies 2021
reliability and accessibility
A year before its 2022 recognition, Progressive Scrap Metals was already earning its place among the industry's best, featured by Metals & Mining Review as one of the Top 10 Metal Recycling Companies of 2021. The profile, developed through a direct interview with Jeremy A. De Leon, highlighted the company's unwavering focus on two principles that set it apart: reliability and accessibility.
"We are experienced in adapting to our clients' recycling needs and we have the capacity to enrich their recycling experience at a profitable rate."
— Jeremy A. De Leon, Founding President, Progressive Scrap Metals
At the time of the feature, Progressive Scrap Metals operated three strategically placed facilities spanning more than 120,000 square feet across Los Angeles — making it the largest recycling company in the region — with the capacity to ship over 10 to 12 million pounds of scrap metal monthly through more than 200 shipping containers. Each facility was positioned based on the type of material it processes, giving clients easy, localized access to the right recycling channel for their needs.
The article also highlights the company's client-first culture: transparent recycling methodologies, certified weight masters, sorting reports, certificates of destruction, and a 24/7 trucking service that kept operations running seamlessly — even during the COVID-19 pandemic, when Progressive Scrap Metals chose to increase its workforce rather than reduce it. Looking ahead, the company was already planning to expand into the Inland Empire of California to reach clients in Nevada and Arizona.
To read the full feature, visit the link below.