Experience International Grocery Shopping at Shopwise Makati

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Shopwise announces the relaunch of Shopwise Makati on October 11, 2022. Featuring a new facade and chic interiors, you will find all your favorite global brands and selections in one store for a seamless and hassle-free international grocery shopping experience unlike any other. No membership required!

Ribbon Cutting from left to right: Mr. Rey Co (President and CEO of Hightower Inc.), Mr. Benjie Yap (CEO of Unilever Philippines), Ms. Evelyn Yap (CEO and Founder of Benby Enterprises Inc.), Ms. Minsu Chu (Managing Director of Samsung Electronics Philippines), Mr. Cirilo Noel (Independent Director of Robinson’s Retail Holdings Inc.) Mr. Oscar Villamora Jr. (Managing Director of Beverages BCFG, Universal Robina Corp.), Ms. Angie Flaminiano (President and CEO of Nutriasia Inc.)

Located in Pablo Ocampo Sr. Extension Corner Chino Roces Avenue, the new and improved store carries an impressive selection of international products from all over the world.

There is also a well-stocked deli section filled with cheeses, charcuterie needs, and imported wines for all occasions. Shopwise Grab & Go offers ready-to-eat sandwiches, salads, sushi for the on-the-go shopper. The famous Shopwise rotisserie chicken and pork belly roast got you covered. Not to be missed are crowd favorites Project Pie and Krispy Kreme.

Shopwise also offers a complete range of appliances, kitchen essentials and tools, home products, and fine linens from leading global brands.

“All these improvements are a testament to Shopwise's dedication to go beyond the needs of its customers. We want to give our shoppers the best experience whenever they visit a Shopwise store, and an opportunity for shoppers to experience international grocery shopping,” shared Stanley Co, Managing Director of the Supermarket Segment of Robinsons Retails Holdings, Inc., the company that owns and operates Shopwise.

Shopwise first opened its doors more than 20 years ago pioneering the hypermarket concept in the Philippines. Over the years, the brand has evolved and innovated to stay ahead while always prioritizing customer satisfaction.

Shoppers may also visit the Shopwise website at shopwise.com.ph or shop online through the Shopwise store on GoCart.ph.

Learning Systems for Poverty Takes Center Stage at Education@theMargins

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How do you tailor education to serve those who need it the most? To tackle this pressing global issue, multinational partnership Education@theMargins (E@TM): A Global Alliance invites aspiring and current educators, policymakers, and representatives of like-minded organizations to come together for a two-hour discussion on learning systems for poverty on October 28, 6 p.m., Philippine time.

PHINMA Education Chief of Corporate Affairs - Buen Bontigao

In its second year, this year’s conference, “Serving the Underserved: Learning Systems for Poverty,” seeks to discuss what makes teaching students in circumstances of poverty different, and what pedagogical shifts can be taken to serve their learning needs.

“We believe that education experts and industry stakeholders must come together to discuss hard questions and encourage others to take part in creating solutions,” said PHINMA Education Chief of Corporate Affairs, Buen L. Bontigao.

The conference, spearheaded by PHINMA Education, will feature panelists from around the world. These resource persons include Dr. Nene Guevara, President of Synergeia Foundation (Philippines); Sujatha Muthayya, Vice-President of Policy and Partnerships-Asia of Bridge International Academies (Kenya); Jessica Rees-Jones, Founder of AfricaX Academy; and Dr. Charles Prince, Chief Higher Education Officer of Global Education Executives, Inc.

“When we launched E@TM in 2021, we envisioned a world where underserved youth are given access to quality education at prices they can afford, using the resources they have access to,” Bontigao explained. He noted that the world is still very far from reducing learning poverty, and by 2030, 43% of children will be learning-poor. The E@TM: Global Alliance hopes to drastically change that.

“We’ve already forged meaningful partnerships which show that many organizations across the world share our advocacy,” he added. Last year's conference featured  Christopher Bernido and the late Ma. Victoria Bernido of Central Visayan Institute Foundation (CVIF), Rafael Oliveira de Ávila of Ânima Educação (Brazil), Amanda Kelleher of Luminus Education (Jordan), Sandeep Aneja of Kaizenvest (India), Edna Novak of Teach for All, and Aape Pohjavirta of mobile learning app Funzi.

“We believe that country experts, global thought leaders, and technology pioneers together can positively impact more youth across the world, towards a future that is sustainable for all. That is why we hope to welcome more people to our Global Alliance,” Bontigao concluded.

Want to attend E@TM: A Global Alliance? Register for FREE at tinyurl.com/EATM2022 or visit the website https://www.educationatthemargins.org/.

 

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About Education@theMargins (E@TM)

Education@theMargins (E@TM): A Global Alliance envisions a world where underserved youth are given access to quality education at prices they can afford, using the resources they have access to. We believe that education experts and industry stakeholders must come together to discuss hard questions and encourage others to take part in creating solutions. Country experts, global thought leaders, and technology pioneers, together, can positively impact more youth across the world, towards a future that is sustainable for all. PHINMA Education serves as the Secretariat. For more information, visit https://www.educationatthemargins.org/

 

 

Lustre Awards and Metro Fashion Ball: Poised For A Grand Comeback

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As more events gear up this upcoming holiday season, it's high time for Lustre Awards and Metro Fashion Ball for a resounding comeback after it's successful inaugural show before a two-year hiatus due to a pandemic. 

Slated for a second run on December 12, 2022, multi-awarded fashion designer and founder of Lustre Awards and Metro Fashion Ball, Don Cristobal, together with partners held a media launch to re-introduce the much awaited extravaganza. At the media launch, Beauty Queen Ivanna Kamil Pacis hosted the event. Important personalities who will play a vital part at the fashion and awards night were also introduced. 

The esteemed Lustre Awards 7Stars board of councils were Don Cristobal of Team DC Manila, Miguel De La Rosa of MPLIFY, Jenny Lin Ngai of SunSmart Solar Power Technology Inc., Gibeth Gloria of Crowne Plaza Galleria,, Jed Velasco of Clever Box Events, Arvin Cruz of Scene Zone Magazine, and Jebie Reyes of JR Talents and Events Management. 

On December 12, the two part event will commence with METRO FASHION BALL, a FASHION GALA in the afternoon that will feature the collections of renowned and established names together with the next game changers of Philippine fashion highlighted by the new collections of Don Cristobal and the participating designers and brands, Anna Fuentes Ligaya, Cathy Capistrano , Corps D’Elite Manila, DAX Apparel, DC Models PH, Jot Guardiano, Juvy Fantilanan, Kristoffer Tabili, Luchel Gloriani, Niña Cantiller, Roberth Gallardo III, Sabrina’s Fashion Collection, Shiela Fairytutu, and Zyrill Jane Jacinto.

The LUSTRE AWARDS 2022 will follow in the evening with a formal dinner and awarding ceremony. The latter is a national pinnacle award set to recognize movers and shakers of the Philippine fashion industry, outstanding individuals who excel in their chosen field with their impressive talents, expertise, and leadership skills as well as for being an inspiration and a paragon to society. This will also include acknowledgement of businesses and organizations that define and exemplify excellence through their services, products, and objectives. 

This event also supports important charitable institutions through it's partners Cotmon Community of Polangui, Albay's Educational Programs thru Mplify Cares, Cayabu Integrated School - Tanay Rizal thru PROJECT MISSION 500 of Tagpuan Camp & Eco Park, and Doc Robs SHARE YOUR BLESSINGS Foundation. 

Last 2019, big names in fashion, showbusiness, politics, and diverse businesses graced the event, including Albert Andrada, Leo Almodal, Avel Bacudio, Supermodel Wilma Doesnt, Jojo Bragais, Mario Dumaual, Rodin Gilbert Flores, and Jerome Ponce among others graced the event.

Together with activities and advocacies, it is expected that a visual treat of glitz, glamour, exceptional creativity and of course good food will definitely complete the evening.

Suli-TEN ang BiyaHolidays: 2GO brings back Php10 sale, launches favorite lifestyle brands onboard

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2GO Travel, the Philippines’ premiere sea travel provider, ushers in the BiyaHolidays season with a Php 10 sea sale — one-way fare inclusive of a 50kg baggage allowance — and a shopping and food-trip experience that makes the sailcation even merrier. 

 

The sale runs from Oct. 26 to 31, 2022 for travel  from Nov. 15, 2022 to Jan. 16, 2023, is for voyages from Manila to Bacolod, Butuan, Cagayan De Oro, Cebu, Coron, Dipolog, Dumaguete, Iloilo, Ozamis, Puerto Princesa, Tagbilaran, Zamboanga, and vice versa. The promo is also available out of Batangas to Cagayan De Oro, Coron, Puerto Princesa, and Tagbilaran and vice versa. 

 

Starting this holiday shopping season, goodies and lifestyle gear from well-known retail and food brands can be purchased onboard. 

 

MINISO’s cute and affordable finds – daily essentials, home living, health and beauty products, bags and digital accessories, toys, stationery and gifts – are  now within reach in 2GO vessels. 

 

A selection of proudly Filipino, locally made souvenirs from Kultura is also available onboard.  

 

Classic products from everyone’s favorite pasalubong -- Goldilocks Bakeshop -- such as cake rolls, egg pie, and its signature mamon are now on offer at the Horizon Café. Brownies and pastries from Brownies Unlimited, best paired with quality coffee, hit the spot for sweet cravings.  

 

Try the 2GO-exclusive milk tea variants and fruittis from Coolblog. Snack Exchange offers nibbles that passengers can enjoy while on the journey. 

 

These holiday treats partnered with the trademark 2GO sailcation experience of spacious and clean accommodations, hot and fresh meals, onboard activities, and views of the country’s beautiful islands from its famous sundeck make the homecoming journeys even more memorable.  

 

“We want passengers to look forward to BiyaHolidays even more with our partnership with these well-loved staple brands. And together with our Php10 sale, it will be a fun, festive travel season with 2GO,” said Blessie Cruz, 2GO Group Head for Marketing.     

 

Tickets may conveniently be booked online at travel.2go.com.ph; on-site at 2GO retail stores, SM Business Centers, any of 2,000 agents nationwide; or call (02)-85287000. 

 

Hosting MICE (Meetings Incentives Conferences & Exhibitions) such as fun team buildings and planning sessions are now possible on 2GO vessels, particularly on MV 2GO Masagana and MV 2GO Maligaya. The two ships serve as unique event venues with meeting and entertainment facilities that can accommodate exclusive gatherings.   

 

Entravision MediaDonuts Reports Strong Growth in 2022, Poised for a Solid 2023

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Entravision MediaDonuts, an advertising, media, commerce, and ad-tech solutions company with world-class commercial partnerships with Twitter, TikTok, Spotify, Criteo and other tech platforms in Asia-Pacific, is gearing up to fast-track growth and expansion in 2023.

Speaking during a media gathering at Shangri-la The Fort, Pieter-Jan de Kroon, CEO of Entravision MediaDonuts, said that the company continues its strong growth trajectory and expansion in the region, which has only accelerated further since the acquisition by Entravision in July 2021.

“2022 is shaping up to be a stellar year for our company, and the Philippines plays an important role in this growth story,” de Kroon added.

The Philippines is a dynamic and high-growth economy–and the growth rate of the advertising industry, especially digital, is proof of that. A study by eMarketer in March 2022 projects digital ad spend in the Philippines to total USD 585.7 by end of the year. The amount is expected to rise to USD 631.9 in 2023, representing an almost 8% increase year-on-year.

Says de Kroon, “The Philippines continues to be one of the markets driving marketing spend and growth in the region. Filipino advertisers are always open to learning new advertising platforms for that competitive advantage, and that has contributed significantly to this growth.”

Entravision MediaDonuts is firmly founded on 3 pillars

The Entravision MediaDonuts business is built on three main pillars: Social Media, Retail Media, and Performance Marketing.

Social Media continues to command the majority of time spent online by users, and therefore also the majority of investment by advertisers. Entravision MediaDonuts is uniquely positioned as the Exclusive Sales Partner of Twitter in the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam, as well as TikTok Marketing Partner in SEA. Through geographical expansion, new partnerships, and social commerce capabilities, Entravision MediaDonuts’ expertise can help customers drive success on social media platforms.

Retail Media is expected to grow to a USD 160-billion industry by 2027. Through exclusive partnerships with Criteo, the largest commerce media platform for the open internet; Carousell Media Group, the number 1 recommerce marketing platform in Greater Southeast Asia; and ShopBack, the leading shopping and rewards platform in Asia-Pacific, Entravision MediaDonuts is uniquely positioned to help its clients build sophisticated retail media strategies that drive GMV growth.

Performance marketing remains a major component in the business, and it has evolved towards a mobile app performance business in APAC, driving app installs at scale for fintech, e-commerce, edutech, and gaming apps optimized towards lower funnel goals such as account opening, sales, and in-game purchases.

“We’re seeing strong demand from advertisers to drive online sales both through marketplaces as well as direct-to-consumer,” de Kroon says. “With our Social Commerce capabilities as well as Retail Media solutions, we’re well positioned to help advertisers ride this new wave in digital advertising that is designed to drive actual business outcomes for brands.”

On top of being awarded several high-profile contracts, Entravision MediaDonuts’ operations also expanded in 2022 to include Bangladesh and Cambodia, in addition to its current markets in Singapore, the Philippines, Thailand, India, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

“We’re very excited to expand into new markets and are very bullish on our prospects in Cambodia and Bangladesh. In 2023, we will continue our geographical expansion with new openings in APAC.”

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About Entravision MediaDonuts

Entravision MediaDonuts is a leading advertising, media, commerce, and ad-tech solutions company with world-class commercial partnerships with Twitter, TikTok, Spotify, Criteo, and other tech platforms serving 9 countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

Entravision MediaDonuts is a business unit of Entravision, a leading global advertising, media and ad-tech solutions company connecting brands to consumers by representing top platforms and publishers. Learn more about our offerings at www.mediadonuts.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.