Three Things to Look Forward to with Kris Aquino on Shopee Love! Love! Love!, a Special Valentine's Day Livestream

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Get the chance to finally meet your match during Shopee’s first-ever live dating show and get first hand love advice from Kris herself

Looking for new love or need love advice? Let the Queen of all Media and Shopee brand ambassador Kris Aquino help you! Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, invites all Filipinos to join its in-app Valentine’s Day festivities starting today until February 14.

Are you ready to find the ‘right one’ through Shopee? Here are three exciting activities on Shopee that users can look forward to during this Valentine’s Day Weekend: 

1. Get coached and find the Love Love Love of your life with Kris Aquino

Catch the 2-hour Shopee Live Valentine’s special, Love! Love! Love! With Kris Aquino, this February 12, 7:00-9:00PM. Kris Aquino herself will help people find their perfect match and give love advice to viewers. 

Kris Aquino and one lucky person will play Shopee Live’s special edition of Shopee Love! Love! Love!: Match & Win. She will help guide the contestant in finding their ultimate “match” as they go through a series of challenges. At the end of the virtual matchmaking, the winning couple will receive a love package for two containing gifts and vouchers from Klean Kanteen, Okada Manila, The Body Shop, Photobook and many more. Participants who are unsuccessful in finding love will receive P200 ShopeePay credits. 

2. Play Kris-ibig Tips for a chance to guest star at the ShopeeLive Valentine’s Day special

In need of relationship advice? Shopee has got you covered! From February 8-14, play Shopee Kris-ibig Tips on the app to generate tips on self-love and dating from Kris Aquino herself. Take a screenshot and post it on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter with your best witty caption. Make your post public, tag @shopeeph and use the hashtags #ShopeeKris-IbigTips #ValentinesWithShopee. Get a chance to be selected to be one of the four lucky winners to guest star in Kris Aquino’s Valentine’s Day Special on Shopee Live on February 12. Not to worry, 10 winners can still win other special prizes including ShopeePay vouchers, Xiaomi Redmi 7A smartphone, Huawei Band 4 smartwatch, and more! 

3. Share Your Own #LoveLoveLoveAdvice to win a Realme C11 smartphone

Starting today until February 14, you can re-post your most bonggang love advice using the hashtag #LoveLoveLoveAdvice. Don’t forget to tune in to Shopee Live Valentine’s special, Love! Love! Love! With Kris Aquino and you might just see how she reacts to your advice.

Look forward to the love-themed ShopeeLive episodes, in-app activities, and more at https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-love-love-love. 

Shoppers can also enjoy deals up to 90% off across all categories to purchase gifts for their loved ones or themselves at Shopee’s Valentine’s Day Sale. To learn more about it, visit 

https://shopee.ph/m/valentines-day-sale. 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play

Beko, a European home appliance brand, is now available nationwide

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Home appliances are vital because they make our lives more convenient. The possibilities are endless. We use appliances to do chores, cook food, wash clothes, and many more. Everything is done with ease through the help of proper and well-invested appliances. The new normal made consumers and homemakers look for household partners that would fulfill their daily needs. Truly, finding the perfect device is an investment because not only will it save you money, but it is something that you are bound to use for many years, too. 

Whether you may be ordering replacements or you are considering splurging on a new appliance, you should be on the lookout for a brand that integrates new technologies without sacrificing performance.

When choosing on what to buy, you should be looking for the device that will do the job more efficiently. Beko, being Europe’s No. 1 Home Appliance brand, builds their products with the latest technology derived from consumer-centric innovations. You will not only be getting a bang for the buck, but also a quality that can last you a lifetime.

Beko is known for their top of the line technologies present in their array of products like HarvestFresh, EverFresh, NeoFrost Dual Cooling, SteamCure, AquaIntense, Steam Cooking Solutions, and PowerClean.

Exciting news from Beko

Beko products including refrigerators, washers, cookers, and range hoods are now available in leading appliance stores nationwide such as All Home, Ansons, Asian Home, Great World Appliances, Robinsons Appliances, Savers Appliances, and SM Appliance Store, and e-commerce sites such as Household Appliance Trading (hat.com.ph) and Beko’s Lazada Flagship store.

"Beko brings to the Philippine market an understanding of the need for families to have top quality appliances that are affordable. Our appliances make Filipino’s lives healthier and more convenient with latest technologies. We also work hand in hand with our dealers to bring the best of Europe to Filipino homes. We have chosen dealers with nationwide presence so that they would be accessible to more consumers," said Gurhan Gunal, Beko Pilipinas Country Manager.

Beko Pilipinas envisions more Filipinos to live like a pro, staying true to its branding, by providing quality products that would help elevate their lifestyle.

ABOUT BEKO

Beko is the global home appliances brand of the Arçelik Group and belongs to the Koç Holding, one of the largest conglomerates in Europe. The brand has been in the Philippine Market for five years and established its own subsidiary named Beko Pilipinas Corporation.  Beko products are currently distributed in select All Home, Asian Home, Robinsons Appliances Stores, SM Appliance Centers and is also available in online stores of Lazada and Home Appliances Trading. This year, Beko will be made available soon in other appliance stores nationwide as it continues to expand its distribution to other retail channels. For information, follow @bekoph on Facebook and Instagram or go to http://www.beko.ph.

Leadership and Communication: Upcoming PR Congress Explores Role of Leaders

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Manila, Philippines, 10 February 2021 — COVID-19 is not just a health crisis. While wreaking havoc around the world and causing so many losses, the pandemic also raises many other crucial issues, foremost of which is leadership.

 

Governments, businesses and organizations continue to struggle, all caught off guard by the pandemic and had to think on the fly. More than a year after the first COVID-19 case in the  country was confirmed and without a cure in sight, many are still scrambling to get back on their feet, with industries contracting and companies losing people and revenue. In many cases, what spells the difference between success and failure in these trying times is the leadership.

 

Some countries are able to contain the spread of the virus and cushion the impact on their economy much better than others. Some businesses and companies continued to operate, even achieve some level of growth, even as entire industries slowed down. Others are still figuring out the next step. With COVID-19 cases still rising and new variants emerging, these leaders are even more hard-pressed to address present concerns – buttress the economy or business, control cases, protect stakeholders – at the same time lay out plans for the future. 

 

Leaders are defined by crisis the same way they are shaped by opportunities, and there is no bigger crisis at present than COVID-19. How are the leaders of today faring?

 

Good leaders communicate their vision

Both New Zealand and Taiwan were well-prepared for the crisis and the resulting changes. Even before the pandemic hit, New Zealand already had a standard pandemic flu action plan, which the country used to fight the new virus. Meanwhile, Taiwan had a plan in place for years involving quarantine, contact tracing and a wide availability of masks.

 

A few days after recording its first COVID-19 case, New Zealand wasted no time and closed its borders, mandating anyone coming from overseas to quarantine themselves for 14 days. The government had a clear vision from the very beginning – to eliminate any trace of the virus – and communicated this clearly to its citizens.

 

Similarly, the Taiwan government acknowledged the importance of early action, with health officials developing a careful advance warning system for diseases around the world after being hit by SARS in 2003. This was used to alert citizens on the status of COVID-19 in the country.

 

New Zealand became COVID-19-free four months after its first reported COVID-19 case. Taiwan has been able to keep the spread of the virus under control. Many countries hope to achieve the same feat, but how?

 

Resilient organizations are built on trust

With COVID-19, businesses and organizations now know that while long-term plans are valuable, these will not save them during a pandemic. It is the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and to evolve as one organization that will be vital.

 

A resilient organization is able to learn, develop and grow from problems that come its way, and a strong leader is at the forefront of this process. Resilient organizations are able to withstand challenges because there is a culture of trust that allows its people to work together in harmony to overcome difficulties. Leaders who are transparent and able to effectively communicate their plans inspire others to share in their vision and thereby create unity in the organization. So when a crisis does come, there is no conflict in regard to how the organization will respond to the situation.

 

Join the discussion on how today’s leaders can adapt and be agile in the face of constant challenges to move their organization forward at the 27^th National PR Congress happening from February 17 to 19, 2021. The annual conference will also discuss how leaders can communicate better to engage their stakeholders in a more efficient and productive manner.

 

With the theme Transcend, the Congress will address pressing issues in the PR industry and the country and inspire PR and communication practitioners to make lasting impact. This will be the first time the National PR Congress will be held online and the first time it will run for three days.

 

For more information about the 27th National Public Relations Congress, visit the event website or Facebook page or contact Lessa Azcarraga at lessa.azcarraga@ardent.com.ph.

 

Gong Xi Fa Cai! Here’s What to Look Forward to this Chinese New Year

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Continue the tradition and send ang paos to your loved ones conveniently with ShopeePay

Chinese New Year is just around the corner! And while public gatherings and grand celebrations on the streets are not allowed, you can still enjoy the festivities at home. Here’s what you can do to celebrate the Chinese New Year even if you and your family are staying indoors:Relax over the long weekend 

This 2021, the Chinese New Year falls on a Friday—which means you have three whole days to enjoy some well-deserved ‘me time’! You can opt to stay in and binge-watch your favorite shows since most festivities in Binondo are canceled due to safety precautions. Here are three items to make your binge-watching more pleasant: 

Popcorn Maker 

What’s a movie without popcorn? Make your own favorite popcorn with this Popcorn Maker from Russell Hobbs Fiesta. 

Smart TV

Immerse yourself with the movies with a wide, high-definition screen from ACE. 

Inflatable lounge chair and ottoman 

Whether you’re watching alone or with a significant other, finding the perfect spot is the best way to spend the weekend. 

Celebrate with your favorite Chinese New Year treats and delicacies at home

Just because celebrations are canceled doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the holiday. Instead of risking your health by dining out, you can order in some Chinese take-out. Better yet, prepare a home-cooked Chinese New Year meal with your family—fun and inexpensive! Here are three products that will come in handy in the kitchen: 

Wok

Perfect your pancit canton and fried rice recipes with this durable wok pan from Tefal. The exclusive titanium hard base makes it an ideal investment for the aspiring chef. 

Air fryer 

Tempted to make dumplings this Chinese New Year? Opt for the healthier cooking option with the Kyowa Air Fryer. 

Tikoy 

What’s Chinese New Year without a dessert as delicious as tikoy? Grab yours from Polland now, just in time for the celebrations! 

Preserve the tradition of giving ‘ang pao’ 

On top of the festive food and drinks, superb dragon dances, and the last-minute shopping for new clothes, the Chinese also look forward to receiving red packets, or ang paos, during house visits and reunions with relatives. The giving of ang paos during Chinese New Year is a meaningful gesture, with the red colour of the envelope symbolizing energy, happiness, and good luck. These are traditionally handled out by married couples to the younger generation, as a sign of goodwill and a symbol of good fortune.

Although big gatherings are currently banned, you can still digitally send ang paos to your loved ones via ShopeePay! ShopeePay is Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet that lets you pay for your online purchases, utility bills, NBI clearance, and radio-frequency identification (RFID) stickers. Here’s how you can digitally send money to friends and relatives: 

For more information about the money transfers, check out https://help.shopee.ph/ph/s/article/How-can-I-transfer-my-ShopeePay-balance 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Send digital Ang Pao with PayMaya and be one of the Lucky 8 to win a brand-new Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G!

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This Chinese New Year, good luck abounds as PayMaya gives away Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G phones to 8 lucky winners for its Send Money promo.  

Whether you’re sending digital Ang Pao to your loved ones or sending a payment to a seller, the more you give, the more luck you’ll receive as every P500 send money transaction gets you one raffle entry from now until February 15, 2021.

Sending money via PayMaya is free and it takes less than a minute. This convenient experience makes PayMaya the best option for your daily transactions. And now, your Send Money experience is made even better with the chance to win Samsung’s coveted flagship phone. 

To start sending money via PayMaya, all you need to do is upgrade your account by tapping ‘Upgrade for free’ on your app, and filling out the online form with the required details and documentary requirements. Once you get the confirmation that your upgrade is successful, you can already start sending money to other PayMaya account holders by tapping ‘Send Money’ on your PayMaya app.  

 

You can complete your send money transaction simply keying in the mobile number of your recipient and the amount to be sent. Once you hit the send button, they will already receive the funds in their PayMaya accounts real-time.  

 

Getting PayMaya, sending money, and paying for purchases using the app is very easy and safe for use, especially during this time. 

Just download the PayMaya app at https://official.pa​ymaya.com/CAK1/425eb133 and register an account to find out what it’s like to go cashless with the fastest, safest, and most rewarding way to pay for anything online and in stores. Remember, for your everyday needs, don’t pay cash. PayMaya!  

 

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, communities, and government. Through its enterprise business, it is the largest digital payments processor for key industries in the country including "everyday" merchants such as the largest retail, food, gas, and eCommerce merchants as well as government agencies and units.   

 

Through its app and wallet, PayMaya provides over 28 million Filipinos with access to financial services. Customers can conveniently pay, add money, cash out or remit through its over 200,000 digital touchpoints nationwide. Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 37,000 partner agent touchpoints nationwide serves as last-mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved with access to digital services. To know more about PayMaya's products and services, visit www.PayMaya.com or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.