Hailing the Victors: vivo School Tour at College of St. Benilde

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The 5th leg of the vivo School Tour held at the De La Salle - College of St. Benilde on October 25 (Wednesday) turned into a thrilling spectacle, as a massive crowd of Benildeans flocked the university’s sports complex to witness the riveting 3 on 3 basketball challenge!

As vivo continues to establish a strong partnership with the National Basketball Association (NBA), it fulfills its commitment to being a significant supporter of basketball, a sport highly valued among Filipinos, especially college students.

The focal point of the event was the gripping basketball clashes involving 6 teams, each comprised of skilled and ambitious players, that fiercely competed to advance to the finals.

But the excitement did not stop there. It was not only a display of athletic excellence but also a celebration of artistry. The gen z audience erupted in cheers as team i and Romançon showcased their stunning dance performances!

Feeling major FOMO? Here are the highlights of the vivo School Tour at De La Salle - College of St. Benilde brought to you by the vivo V29 Series:

Groupie of animo sportsmanship

Adrian Chua, vivo Assistant Brand Marketing Manager, posed with Coach Eric Altamirano and the basketball players after extending his best wishes for a fair play to everyone.

Game time

Benildean players went all in and demonstrated their immense athletic skills on the court.

vivo Club frenzy

In the midst of the games, students of CSB flocked the vivo Club registration booth to join and explore the exciting perks for its members, including learning more about vivo as one of the leading smartphone companies in the Philippines and gaining insights into its latest innovations.

Electrifying dance routines

Along with the fast-paced dribbles and high-flying slam dunks, the midcourt was also graced by TikTok-famous all-female dance group, team i (top photo), and CSB’s official resident dance company, Romançon (bottom photo), in between the exhilarating matches.

Victorious smiles

The 2 winning teams were all smiles as they secured their victory for the finals.

The vivo V29 smartphone boasts an impressive camera system, packing a 50MP OIS main sensor, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP depth, and a 50MP selfie shooter. What's more? With this phone's Sports Mode, users should get ready to capture perfect moments, even in motion!

The last leg of the vivo School Tour takes place on November 8 at De La Salle University - Manila.

All of the winning teams from the participating schools (namely Lyceum University, University of the Philippines - Diliman, Jose Rizal University, National University, De La Salle - College of St. Benilde, and De La Salle University - Manila) will be competing at the Grand Finals that will be held at the Music Hall in SM Mall of Asia on November 18 and 19, 2023.

Don't miss the chance to be part of this journey with vivo Philippines. Follow them on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok for the latest news and announcements.

 

BPI AIA welcomes Neri Miranda as their Newest Brand Ambassador

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Celebrity mom and entrepreneur Neri Miranda joins BPI AIA as their newest brand ambassador. Known for her savvy business acumen and entrepreneurial pursuits, she represents the new breed of Filipinas who strive to work hard and constantly look for ways to provide more for their family.

Together with her husband and Parokya ni Edgar frontman, Chito Miranda, who is currently a BPI AIA ambassador himself, the couple continues to inspire many Filipinos because of their shared values, love for their family, and advocacy of spreading financial literacy and securing the future of Filipino families.

 

In a vlog published on the BPI AIA YouTube Channel and Facebook Page, Chito and Neri shared their story and journey of love, and how BPI AIA has been a part of their lives, especially in building their family and business.

 

“We are pleased to have Neri join us as our newest brand ambassador. Together with her husband, they both share the same principles, values, and vision of BPI AIA to help Filipinos live healthier, longer, and better lives,” said Karen Custodia, BPI AIA CEO. “As part of the AIA Philippines Group, we at BPI AIA continue to strengthen our commitment to empower individuals and growing families like theirs through our financial solutions fit for any life stage.”

 

The launch of the partnership is part of BPI AIA’s latest campaign, “Love is Better Said” which emphasizes that protecting your family’s future through financial security is a great way to express one’s love. BPI AIA encourages everyone to take the step towards a more secure future through proper financial planning.  In this way, we are able to show how much we love our families because love is better said with BPI AIA.

 

BPI AIA invites you to watch Neri and Chito’s trip down memory lane as they share their story of love together with BPI AIA. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLRL0kE9-F4

 

CitySavings ramps up disaster preparedness program for the public education sector

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City Savings Bank (CitySavings), the thrift arm subsidiary of the Aboitiz-led Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank)  leveled up its advocacy for disaster preparedness for the communities it serves through its Disaster Risk and Reduction (DRR) 101 Program. This program ensures beneficiaries of public schools in the Philippines have the proper equipment to help them prepare for possible disasters or calamities in the future. 

DISASTER PREPAREDNESS IN SCHOOLS: Together with the Aboitiz Foundation, City Savings Bank (CitySavings) has donated emergency and medical equipment to 16 School Division Offices (SDOs) and conducted 106 Weather and Tropical Cyclone 101 Training sessions nationwide since 2015. This is the Bank’s commitment to help create a better and safer learning environment to improve the country’s public education system. 

In the aftermath of disasters and calamities, one of the most vulnerable sectors in the country is the education sector. In 2022, the Department of Education (DepEd) declared they needed around PhP 18 million to repair, rehabilitate, and reconstruct schools damaged during disasters and calamities that hit the country.

Together with the Aboitiz Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of the Aboitiz Group, CitySavings has conducted 106 Weather and Tropical Cyclone 101 Training sessions nationwide since 2015. This impact program aims to strengthen educators’ capability on disaster preparedness through basic weather knowledge, empower them to prepare and protect their communities and create their own disaster preparedness programs to reduce the impact of weather-related disasters. 

Through its DRR 101 program completed this 2023, CitySavings has donated emergency and medical equipment to 16 School Division Offices (SDOs) addressing not just the issue of disaster, but also the SDOs’ call for help in alleviating the impact of the global pandemic. Donating to disaster preparedness means investing in systems that will allow the schools to deploy staff and resources quickly and effectively once a disaster strikes. 

DRR 101 contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable. DRR is an integral part of social and economic development. The program is also part of CitySavings’ commitment to creating a better and safer learning environment to improve the country’s public education system.

Teleperformance named as one of the Best Workplaces in Asia

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Teleperformance (TP), a multi-awarded and leading digital business services company, has been named as one of the Best Workplaces in Asia™ in 2023 by the Great Place to Work®(GPTW) institute.

The company ranked 11th among 30 multinational enterprises spanning various industries. Teleperformance also stood as the second-best performer in the professional services category and earned a place among the “elite group of progressive employers in Asia” in the GPTW®-curated list.

The GPTW® researchers assessed Teleperformance by surveying over 90,000 employees across Asia. These employees were asked to evaluate key factors that make a company a great workplace for all, including workplace safety, gender fairness, diversity, and inclusivity.

The results showed that 91% of employees believe Teleperformance is a physically safe place to work. In addition, 87% of employees agreed that Teleperformance fosters a gender-fair environment, while 86% recognized the organization’s efforts to ensure inclusivity within the workplace.

Furthermore, Teleperformance in the Philippines has played a significant role in its inclusion in the Best Workplaces in Asia List. Last August, the organization earned the distinction of being recognized as a Great Place to Work® for the sixth consecutive year. In 2018, Teleperformance became the first company and member of the IT-BPM sector in the Philippines to be certified Great Place to Work®. The award-giving body revealed that TP has gained above-minimum scores from different gender and identity groups across its departments.

“Receiving recognition as one of Asia's Best Workplaces in 2023 underscores our commitment to establishing an exceptional workplace. In every TP site across the globe, our teammates are diligently working to ensure that every Teleperformance employee has the opportunity to thrive and make meaningful contributions within a safe and inclusive environment," shared Jeffrey Johnson, Chief People Officer and Chief of Staff at Teleperformance in the Philippines.

Teleperformance has remained steadfast in upholding its values through initiatives, such as, but not limited to, partnerships with the Department of Health (DOH) and Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).

These collaborations have facilitated projects focused on HIV awareness, vaccinations, and the distribution of wellness kits to employees. By consistently upholding integrity in the workplace, Teleperformance has also retained its position among Cebu’s top 10 IT-BPM employers and has been recognized in the inaugural IT-BPM list of the Philippines’ Best Workplaces for 2023.

To learn more about Teleperformance Philippines, visit their website at www.teleperformance.com.

Celebrate Samsung Week with 7 days of Amazing Offers

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To celebrate decades of innovation, Samsung is treating its loyal customers to a week of amazing offers. Don’t miss this 7-day sale to get that Samsung device or appliance you’ve been wanting at fantastic prices! Check out the top deals at Samsung week below:

A Galaxy of discounts and freebies

There’s never been a better time to join #TeamGalaxy! Get exclusive discounts and deals up to ₱14,500 off during Samsung Week.

Experience the epic with the Galaxy S23 FE, which you can get for ₱3,000 off - you’re basically getting the 256GB variant for the price of the 128GB! Adding to cart and checking out the new Galaxy S23 FE also gets you eco-bundle savings – 30% off on Galaxy Buds FE or ₱3,000 off on the Galaxy Tab S9 FE series.

More bundle deals await when you join the flip side! Flex with the new Galaxy Z series – get the Galaxy Z Fold5 in any color and get a free eco-leather case worth ₱3,890 or get the Galaxy Z Flip5 and get a free flipsuit case, silicone case with ring and two BTS flipsuit cards!

Even better deals await when you get the online exclusive colors – not only can you get the 512GB for the price of the 256GB, you even get a free Galaxy Buds2 Pro worth ₱12,990!

You can also start your journey to a healthier you as the Galaxy Watch6 Bluetooth and Classic models are selling for 30% off when purchased with the Galaxy Z Flip5, Fold5, S23 series and FE series or the Galaxy A54 or A34. 

Upgrade your entertainment setup with fantastic deals

Get exclusive discounts up to 41% off on Samsung TV’s and enjoy a cinematic movie experience!

Save ₱42,500 when you purchase the 85” Neo QLED 8K QN900C and get a free 1-year subscription to Disney Plus! You can also get ₱32,000 off the 50” Neo QLED 4K QN90C Smart TV or ₱24,500 off the 55” Neo QLED 4K QN85C Smart TV.

Pair this with 31% off on the MX-ST050 Sound Tower selling at ₱17,299 from ₱24,999 or a B-Series Soundbar HW-B550 selling at 30% off and you’ll have everything you need for that movie or gaming marathon perfect for the holiday break!

Give your home a smart refresh

Now’s the time to start the smart home life with exclusive discounts of up to 30% off on Samsung appliances!

Add a splash of elegance to your kitchen with the Bespoke Top Mount 10.8 cu. ft Freezer Refrigerator with AI Energy in Clean Black, now selling at only ₱33,374 from ₱38,495, then get cooking with the 35L Smart Oven with HotBlast™ Technology selling at ₱26,556 from ₱30,995 or the 30L Microwave Grill now only ₱10,083 from ₱11,495.

For a great space-saving deal, get the 9.5kg Washer 6kg dryer front load combo washing machine for only ₱55,687 from ₱64,995.

Cool things off with Samsung’s Midnight Black WindFree™ Premium Air Conditioner, with the 1HP model going for ₱43,249 from ₱47,995 and the 1.5HP model going for ₱47,049 from ₱51,995.

Level up your gaming experience

Your gaming mode just keeps getting better with up to 35% off deals on Samsung’s gaming monitors.

For a truly immersive gaming experience, you’ll surely feel a part of the action with the 55” Odyssey Ark 4K UHD 1ms Smart-Gaming Monitor now selling for 35% off at ₱100,749 from ₱154,999! Meanwhile, if you’re looking for a screen that perfectly fits your #aesthetic station, why not get the 32” 4K Sunset Pink M8 M80C Smart Monitor for 30% off at ₱28,699 from ₱40,999.    

Hurry as the clock is ticking on these incredible offers. Click and add to cart now!

For more information on Samsung Week’s awesome deals, you may click on this link or visit https://www.samsung.com/ph/offer/samsung-week/

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