BPI named Best Financial Company, Limcaoco Best CEO
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) bagged multiple awards from prestigious regional publication FinanceAsia, getting the gold award for Best Financial Company and silver for Best Overall Company in the Philippines. BPI president and CEO Jose Teodoro “TG” Limcaoco also got gold as the Best CEO in the market.
BPI and Limcaoco are among the winners in FinanceAsia’s Asia’s Best Managed Companies 2023 poll. The highly-regarded benchmark evaluates the corporate behavior and performance of Asian peers over the past 12 months, based on nomination by Asia’s active community of influential investors and financial analysts.
“These awards reflect the dedication and commitment of our people at BPI to work in ensuring that effective management of the Bank and its resources translate to satisfied clients and higher value for shareholders,” said Limcaoco. “These recognitions from the investor and analyst community in the region also affirm the progress we are making to achieve our vision of building a better Philippines–one family, one community at a time.”
25 Years of empowering Filipino Lives
Nu Skin celebrated its 25th year in the Philippines with its annual Success Seminar Event at the Grand Monet Ballroom at the NOVOTEL Araneta City in Quezon City.
Nu Skin, committed to becoming a worldwide force for good by enabling people to improve their lives, aims at opening more markets to share products with the promise of containing “All Good, None of the Bad.” Nu Skin first arrived in the Philippines in 1998.
To lead its Brand Affiliates to reach their goals, the organization also uses social commerce and introduces digital technologies. The debut of its mobile applications, Nu Skin Stela and Nu Skin Vera, is only the beginning of the many ideas for EmpowerMe, firm’s strategy for success.
Through its Power to Excel portion, the event was an occasion to thank sponsors and to highlight its Power to Help CSR initiatives, in collaboration with the CHILD Foundation.
2023 Spring Conferment of Japanese Decorations
Last April 29, the Japanese government announced the recipients of the 2023 Spring Conferment of Japanese Decorations. In the Philippines, the following individuals were decorated: Alberto G. Romulo (Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun), Delfin N. Lorenzana (The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star), Gamaliel A. Cordoba (The Order fo the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon), and Dr. Cynthia Neri Zayas (The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette).
Romulo, former secretary of foreign affairs, 2004 to 2011, led negotiations with Japan on the “Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement. He also spearheaded the launch of the Japan-Philippines Politico-Military Dialogue.
Lorenzana served as secretary of national defense from 2016 to 2022. During his term, defense cooperation and exchanges between Japan and the Philippines were greatly enhanced, particularly with the participation of the Japan Self-Defense Forces in joint exercises between the Philippine and United States armies.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
Cordoba has made significant contributions to advancing cooperation between Japan and the Philippines in the field of telecommunications. In particular, he vigorously promoted the application of ISDB-T, a terrestrial digital television broadcasting standard devised by Japan.
Dr. Zayas is the Philippines’ leading maritime anthropologist and foremost Japanologist. She collaborated with Japanese anthropologists in pioneering maritime anthropological studies in the Philippines. Dr. Zayas was also instrumental in introducing Japanese traditional performing arts to the Philippines.
Fusion Freedom concert
Fusion: The Philippine Music Festival, the biggest OPM event of the country, will feature top-notch performances showcasing the rich diversity of Filipino music, from classic hits to the latest chart-topping songs by renowned OPM artists such as Bamboo, KZ Tandingan, Ben&Ben, Gloc-9, Arthur Nery, Adie, 6Cyclemind, Shanti Dope, Morissette, Gracenote , Al James, Hey June!, Lola Amour and Denise Julia.
The event will be held on May 27 at the CCP open Grounds in Pasay City.
Isuzu PH presents new PUV Class 2
Isuzu Philippines Corp. (IPC) launched its new modern public utility vehicles (PUV) Class 2 design to Department of Transportation and Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) at LTFRB NCR Office last April 28.
Integrating the needs of the driver and commuters into the new body design, the new Isuzu PUV now has two side doors for the driver and front passenger, just like the old Jeepneys.
Aligned with the updated Philippine National Standard (PNS) Guidelines for Class 2 PUV, the new redesigned panoramic windows, cushioned seats, and new luggage compartments are all designed for the convenience of passengers. As basic parts of the modern PUV, its features also included GPS unit, Automated Payment System, Built-in Monitor and Digital Signboards to name a few.
Cloud Revolution
TeLavi, a unified communications telephony solutions platform, took part in CloudxOS 2023, an innovation summit focused on technologies that accelerate digital transformation.
GLC was represented by its CEO, Erwin Co, who delivered a keynote titled “Business Digital Transformation through Cloud Communications.”
Co, who co-founded GLC in 2013, discussed in his keynote two of the biggest challenges enterprises are facing in this digital age: the modern workforce’s mindset of agile work and the high expectations of today’s consumers.
These challenges, Co pointed out, fall under the bigger challenge of providing modern, seamless communication, which is key in enabling remote and hybrid work. At the same time, it plays a crucial role in assisting companies as they try to meet customer expectations centered around exceptional service provided in omnichannel modes.
According to Co, one thing companies can do to address these concerns is leverage the cloud–something companies globally are doing more and more as the world moves firmly into the digital age. The cloud has been hailed the “great enabler” because of the benefits companies can gain from using it.
Digital journalism program
Mapúa is offering a Digital Journalism course, a three-year program offered by the School of Media Studies that empowers students to become highly competent in delivering truthful and reliable news and information through new media platforms.
Students of Mapúa’s Digital Journalism program are taught the discipline of print, broadcast, and online news writing but applied using the current digital communication process and technology. It allows budding digital journalists to produce and disseminate credible, in-depth accounts that are highly visual, which is the accepted norm in today’s online space.
To ensure students develop the skills to create relevant journalistic content, they are extensively taught research and data gathering like note-taking, audio and video recording, interviews, documentary study, and observations. This training combines comprehensive lessons on the latest digital production techniques and technology through laboratory or production experience, reporting, and news coverage training.
The Digital Journalism program’s rigorous training provides students with valuable knowledge for on-the-job scenarios such as producing digital newspapers; journal and magazine publications; economic, industrial and business online reporting; photojournalism, graphic journalism and graphic journalism publication design; and electronic and web publishing.
Digitalization aids Boracay merchants
Klook Philippines has been seeing continued growth and interest for Boracay and other domestic destinations led by the digital transformation of travel.
Hannah Hotel and Southwest are two examples of Klook merchants who are reaping the benefits of digitalization.
Hannah Hotel Boracay partnered with Klook to reach more guests online. This allowed the family-run business to benefit from Klook’s steady incline in bookings per month and saw a year on year growth of 500 percent on room nights and 600 percent on revenue in Q1 2023 as compared to Q1 2022.
Southwest found their customers by collaborating with hotels, travel agencies, corporate tie-ups and airport walk-ins. With the additional partnership with Klook, Southwest was able to reach more guests and found a 10 to 15 percent increase in monthly revenue growth.
Road trip buddy
AXA Philippines launched its latest promo that will surely excite everyone who loves to travel and explore the great outdoors.
From May 1 to 31, AXA customers who download and register to Emma by AXA can have a chance to win P5,000 worth of GCash vouchers, which they can use to plan exciting summer road trips.
Emma by AXA PH is AXA Philippines’ award-winning, all-in-one digital platform where policy holders can access a wide range of AXA’s services. It allows customers to manage their health, insurance, and investment policies, claims, and other insurance-related transactions with ease.
Apart from the chance to win GCash vouchers, downloading Emma by AXA PH gives one access to emergency services such as 24/7 roadside assistance, as well as ambulance, fire, and police assistance, giving you better peace of mind before, during, and even after your trip.
2023 Gawad Yamang Isip Awards
The 2023 Gawad Yamang Isip (GYI) Awards, the most prestigious intellectual property (IP) awards in the country given by the IP Office of the Philippines, recognized Filipinos and Filipinas who have shown distinct ingenuity and talent in their respective fields using their IP rights.
In line with 2023 National IP Month themed “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity,” the GYI held last week put a spotlight on Filipinas who, through their IP assets, are creating positive impact in society and helping uplift the lives of women.
The following were the recipients of the major GYI awards: Pili Ani Founder Rosalina Tan for invention; Junk Not Eco-Creatives founder Wilhelmina Garcia, industrial design; Filipino Society of Composers Authors and Publishers president Rico Blanco, performing arts; award-winning writer and activist Lualhati Bautista, literature and; J of Bayo by Lyncor Inc., trademarks.
The next big Filipino franchise
Easy Franchise will mount its Franchise Incubation Program this July.
A first of its kind here in the Philippines, the Franchise Incubation Program will help starting business owners expand and become the next big franchise by providing end-to-end solutions, including developing their franchise package, understanding their operations, rebranding, and marketing their brand to franchisees.
Easy Franchise is giving businesses with potential, unique selling points, and innovative ideas the chance to win a free franchise incubation service from Easy Franchise. A few lucky businesses will be chosen after a thorough round of vetting, with their franchise incubation fee waived.
Applications for the Franchise Incubation Contest will be accepted until July 1 and are open to solo businesses that want to venture into franchising, as well as businesses that already have franchises who want to continue developing their structure through Easy Franchise. The winners will be announced on Franchise Day, August 28, the first online franchise event in the Philippines, now in its third year.
