The wait is over! Crocs (NASDAQ: CROX), the global leader in innovative casual footwear for men, women, and children finally invades the famous surfing destination up north, Elyu for a Labor Day weekend full of fun and chill beach vibes. Crocs took over the sunny side and sandy shores of San Juan, La Union beach through different Crocs-tastic activities and …
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First quarter 2022 unaudited results announcement
Bloomberry Resorts Corporation (“Bloomberry”, “the Company”), whose subsidiaries own and operate Solaire Resort & Casino (Solaire) and Jeju Sun Hotel & Casino (Jeju Sun), reported unaudited consolidated financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2022. Enrique K. Razon Jr., Bloomberry Chairman and CEO, said, “We reported a strong set of results despite a return to GCQ Alert Level …
Read More »ICTSI makes weighty IT investments for Manila flagship
International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) has invested more than PhP900 million (USD20 million) in information technology (IT) for its flagship Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) in the last 10 years. “The hefty investments in technology are meant to crisis-proof the terminal, safeguard shipments and system processes, maximize the efficiency of its operations and maintain ICTSI’s world-class brand of customer service,” says Christian R. Gonzalez, ICTSI executive vice president. Setting the stage …
Read More »Manila Water announces desludging schedule for May
Manila Water announced its desludging schedule in various barangays in the East Zone of Metro Manila and Rizal Province for the month of May. This is part of the company’s environmental protection program where it encourages customers to avail of the septic tank siphoning services without the need to pay any additional cost. Manila Water desludging tankers will be present in Bgys. Pinagbuhatan and …
Read More »Hotel Sogo goes on aggressive expansion amid the pandemic
Hotel Sogo has come a long way from its humble beginnings, with the opening of four more branches in year 2021. The hotel has 45 branches nationwide located in different key cities, and more in the pipeline. The hotel continues to live by its mission, since its first branch in 1993, of providing accessible and affordable accommodation of excellent standards. …
Read More »Cleaning Your Way to a Happy Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is just around the corner. And just like how you usually prepare for any season, you are probably glued to your screen searching for the best gift for your mom. And, with just a few clicks, you will get suggestions like “72 Unique Gifts for Moms” or “Flowers for Moms.” A fragrant bouquet, a silky dress, a designer …
Read More »FMCGs need to level up their e-commerce strategy in the face of the post-pandemic, digital era
The FMCG market is changing rapidly, becoming more digitally-driven as customers are increasingly replacing store visits with on-demand deliveries, using online marketplaces and e-wallets to browse and shop on the spot. With constant innovation and competition among industry leaders likely to accelerate the online transition of more consumers, FMCG players must evolve their eCommerce capabilities in this challenging era. Alexander …
Read More »PAGCOR bags two major awards during the 2022 Privacy Awareness Week
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) bagged two out of four major awards in the recently-concluded 2022 Privacy Awareness Week organized by the National Privacy Commission (NPC). (From left, standing) Data Protection Officer Atty. Maria Concepcion Gloria Rubio, Information Technology Department (ITD) Assistant VP Hector Melencio, ITD Senior Manager Ross Sherwin De Claro and Monitoring and Enforcement Group Vice …
Read More »Plan your next “Happy Summer” staycation with Discovery Suites
The pandemic gave the word “staycation” a different meaning because we were all locked down in our own homes. With restrictions easing up, however, we can once again experience a staycation like it was before–a quick vacation without needing to leave the Metro. And with Discovery’s “Happy Summer” campaign, our dream luxury staycations are, quite literally, within reach. Discovery Suites …
Read More »SMDC and QCPD collaborate to bring employment opportunities to Filipinos
Despite the decrease in COVID-19 cases in the country, the unemployment rate continues to inch up to 6.6 percent and still lags behind pre-pandemic jobs figures. More than three million Filipinos are unemployed as of December 2021 according to the Philippine Statistics Authority. And though this is significantly lower than the previous years, community builders like SM Development Corporation (SMDC) …
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