Relly Nufable Jose Jr., known as 'Captain Relly,' was born on November 27, 1967, in General Santos City, South Cotabato. A veteran seafarer with almost 25 years of shipboard experience, including 13 years on international commercial vessels, he has since transitioned to maritime business leadership. Jose earned a degree in Marine Transportation from John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation Maritime University in 1987, a master's degree in Maritime Education from the same institution, a doctorate in Business Administration from Asia University International, and another doctorate in Public Administration from La Salette Christian Colleges. His extensive maritime career includes shore-based positions such as Shipbuilding Supervisor and Owner's Representative in the Philippines and internationally. Currently, he serves as the president and CEO of GMM Global Maritime Manila Inc., which provides ship management and crew management services. He is also the founder and president of Dugong Marino OFW Foundation, which supports overseas Filipino workers, particularly seafarers. Jose has been active in the Kilusang Bagong Lipunan (KBL) party, serving as vice president for Visayas from 2021 to 2022 before becoming the party's national president in 2022, a position he still holds. He is running for senator in the 2025 elections under the KBL banner, positioning himself as a voice for OFWs and maritime workers.