by Penny Angeles-Tan | Jan 8, 2018 | Stories
From salt-powered lamps to the legendary karaoke machine, stories of Filipino ingenuity and creativity have always inspired us, as well as people all over the world. Now, we take a look at the latest among our countrymen to be recognized on the international stage for his brilliance.
Last September, Elmer Padilla made headlines when his handmade action figures, made of recycled tsinelas, were posted on Facebook. He has since made an appearance on Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho, and his work was even handed to Thor: Ragnarok actors Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo, who praised Elmer’s depictions of their characters.
Elmer has always loved action figures, though he could never really afford them as a child. He turned to his creativity at a young age so that he could make his own.
“Nine years old po ako noong magstart ako sa paggawa. Hindi pa po character ang mga ginagawa ko noon. Bangka-bangka lang po gamit ang mga tsinelas na sira hanggang sa nakakabuo na ako ng mga robot sa sarili kong imahinasyon. Hanggang sa nahilig ako sa mga action figures sa movie. Sinubukan ko na po gumaya ng mga action figures. (I was nine years old when I started making these. At the time, I didn’t make characters. I just made boats out of broken flip-flops until I was able to make robots of my own imagination. Then, I began taking an interest in action figures from movies. At that point, I tried imitating action figures.),” he said.
Originally hailing from Samar, Elmer, his wife, and two daughters recently moved to Imus, Cavite to try and fulfill his dream of making and selling action figures. It was here that he was discovered selling his tsinelas action figures on the streets, and from there, his fame skyrocketed.
Today, Elmer receives guidance from Jerry Santos, a toymaker who makes life-sized statues for his store, Jerry’s Life-Size Statues and Collectibles. Orders for his work have piled up so much, he can barely keep up with demand.
“Actually, sa isang araw, nakakatanggap kami ng 70 orders. Yung iba hindi na niya nasasagot sa social media dahil nga medyo busy na rin talaga. Akala nila suplado si Elmer pero talagang marami lang talagang dating ng order. (Actually, in a single day, we can receive up to 70 orders. He can’t respond to the others on social media because he’s really busy. They think Elmer is being snobbish, but really, there are just so many orders coming in.),” Jerry Santos said.
Elmer’s primary expense in making his action figures has been the purchase of MIGHTY BOND. Sometimes, when he runs out of money, he’d just buy ordinary shoe glue, but this lowers the quality of his work.
“Kapag ordinaryong shoe glue lang talaga, madaling matanggal ang dikit kapag natutuyo na. Kapag MIGHTY BOND ang gamit ko, mabilis dumikit at matibay kahit na yung sa mga parte pa ng action figures na mahirap dumikit gaya nung mga wires at plastic. (When I use just ordinary shoe glue, the stickiness easily fades when it dries. When I use MIGHTY BOND, it sticks quickly and it stays sturdy, even with the parts of the action figures that are hard to glue like wires and plastic.),” he said.
Right now, Elmer’s income from his craft remains a little slow, as it’s just him working on fulfilling the orders. Already, though, he’s being courted by international flip-flop brands hoping to become his supplier. And in the coming days, he’s going to personally hand action figures to President Duterte and President Trump, during the ASEAN Summit.
In spite of rising fame and fortune, Elmer’s dreams remain squarely grounded at home. He wants to be able to buy a house for his family, and buy whatever they need. With all the hard work he puts in for his family, he truly is as good as the superheroes he depicts.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Jan 6, 2018 | Stories
AXA Philippines, one of the leading insurance companies in the country, recently held a basketball clinic for children ages 5-13 in partnership with the University of Makati and the Makati Youth Development Center.
Nearly 40 kids, representing three different barangays in Makati, participated in the training session which culminated in a friendly game. AXA chose the 10 most outstanding players from the group, and will support them as they participate in the Jr. NBA Philippines 2018 presented by Alaska — the NBA’s global youth development program that promotes basketball participation, sportsmanship, teamwork, and an active lifestyle.
AXA Philippines, through its corporate social responsibility arm, continuously spearheads and participates in similar development activities to help empower communities to live better lives.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 19, 2017 | Stories
This 2017, foodpanda customers will enjoy big, bold crazy offers that include a P59 peso fixed delivery fee, deletion of the usual service fee, and a lower minimum order value starting at P200.00 exclusive for in-house foodpanda delivery!
Foodpanda introduces changes in their delivery scheme
Foodpanda, the leading global online food delivery marketplace, makes online food delivery more convenient and affordable for its customers.
This year, the company will continue to provide and allow their busy and hungry customers to discover and access extensive food options in key cities and urban centers by introducing the significant changes in their delivery scheme.
Iacopo Rovere, CEO Foodpanda Philippines
“With the substantial growth of foodpanda in the Philippines, we are happy to share this latest development in our offering. We owe it to our customers that is why we are committed to continue finding ways to provide them with great food options and an affordable delivery scheme right at their fingertips,” says Mr. Iacopo Rovere, foodpanda Philippines CEO.
Foodpanda Philippines
In the Philippines, foodpanda was launched in June 2014 and has grown to over 1,000 partner restaurants nationwide with more than 30 cuisines to choose from. From delectable Asian delicacies to mouthwatering Italian food there is definitely something for everyone.
Some of the popular restaurants to order from are Bonchon, Juju Eats, CPK, Wendy’s, Pepper Lunch, Yoshinoya, and Frankie’s. Customers can definitely enjoy their favorite food anytime and anywhere. Customers can also place their order up to 1 week in advance if they are planning to celebrate something.
Since its launch here in the Philippines, 2 years ago, foodpanda has been charging a fixed delivery fee of P30 plus a service fee of 15% from the total food bill.
Foodpanda aims to increase the order frequency and encourage service usage by highlighting its affordability via its latest offering. Now, customers can order as much as they want to and just pay a fix delivery fee of P59 without worrying about the service fee, on top of that, customer can even choose to pay online with their credit card, PayPal, or even with cash upon delivery. The new delivery scheme will also prove to be helpful for partner restaurants to boost growth, increase their reach and acquire new customers.
Ralf Wenzel, CEO Foodpanda Global
Founded on May 2012 by Ralf Wenzel, with its headquarter in Berlin (Germany), foodpanda operates in more than 67 cities across five continents and have partnered with over 300,000 restaurants globally.
Foodpanda enables restaurants to become visible to mobile app and web users, thus customers can directly order their favorite restaurant meals via foodpanda’s website or smartphone app. The foodpanda app is powered by tech giants Delivery Hero and Rocket Internet and is available in the App Store and Google Play Store for free.
Truly, foodpanda is working around the clock to make it the most powerful online tool for food delivery. Now you can save your time, energy, and money while enjoying delicious food from your favorite restaurant at the comfort of your own home, office, or wherever you are.
Simply download the foodpanda app or go to www.foodpanda.ph to place your order and wait for your food to be delivered at your doorsteps!
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 19, 2017 | Stories
Leading auditing firm KPMG R.G. Manabat & Co. recently launched the Top of Mind Series: Movers and Shakers of Society at the KPMG Center in Makati City. The Top of Mind Series aims to bring the company’s employees together with successful professionals who have made substantial contributions to the society in order to motivate them to achieve their goals and fulfill their dreams.
Photo shows former BIR commissioner Kim Henares (center) with (from left) KPMG R.G. Manabat & Co. vice chairman and head of advisory Henry D. Antonio, chairman and chief executive officer Roberto G. Manabat, vice chairman and head of audit Sharon G. Dayoan, and vice chairman and chief operating officer Emmanuel P. Bonoan.
Over 100 professionals and partners attended the first event which featured former Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) commissioner Kim Henares as keynote speaker. During the launch, the former BIR commissioner shared how she successfully led one of the most important Philippine government agencies while balancing time with family and other endeavors.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 15, 2017 | Stories
Channeling your beauty to radiate doesn’t come overnight, your skin requires pampering and care of a professional center that understands your needs. A center that provides all your skin pampering necessities has now come into full bloom as it introduces its new look and logo.
For 2 decades, Dermcare have continuously shared their unfailing love and concern for their customers, delivering utmost satisfaction to your every vanity regardless of gender, age, social standing, and personal preferences.
Dermcare have been like a second home to their clients as the center treats each customer as part of their family. The care that Dermcare delivers manifest through repeat customers that keeps coming back for the very reason that they feel that they belong.
Understandably, you would only want the best for the ones you hold dear to your heart. This is why Dermcare has up the ante, so everyone in your family and social circle can experience the care and passion that only Dermcare can give.
Pag-IBIG Recognizes Dermcare’s contribution to the community
Pag-IBIG Loyalty Card recently awarded Dermcare the “Loyalty Cardholder’s Favorite Partner” which equated to the number of cardholders who had the privilege to enjoy discounts at Dermcare branches nationwide.
Pag-IBIG Fund launched its Pag-IBIG Loyalty card Program in the year 2014. The program aims to extend the benefits given by Pag-ibig Fund to its members not just thru short term and housing loans but also to give them additional privilege in other necessities. Dermcare has been a Partner of Pag-IBIG Loyalty card since then.
Dermcare has served the Pag-IBIG members nationwide thru its more than 80 branches. In 2016 alone, Dermcare has already extended an accumulated amount of more than P500,000 worth of discounts to around 2,000 Pag-IBIG Loyalty card members who enjoyed up to 50% discount of Dermcare services and products.
New Logo, New Face
Dermcare’s new logo is fused together with the care-centric ideals that they have at present. The flowers represent their growing clientele and how it has captured the hearts and gained the trust of the public.
In line with the new logo, Dermcare also launches the face of Dermcare – Ms. Nina Robertson, Mutya ng Pilipinas – Overseas Communities 2015. Nina embodies all the qualities that represents Dermcare, vibrant and full of energy!
True to its mission, Dermcare desires to foster care to its numerous clients by providing top-quality skin, hair and wellness services, as well as encompass the years of remarkable love and care for their customers.
Visit your nearest Dermcare branch today. For more information, follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/i.like.dermcare.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 1, 2017 | Stories
Ozamiz City – New Police Chief Inspector Jovie Espenido declares that Ozamiz City has nearly zero drug activity in the whole of Misamis Occidental. Out of the 10 drug test buy activity conducted, only 2 of it held illegal drugs and it is not clear whether the source is from the city itself or from another location.
Transferred from Albuera, Leyte last 2016, Police Chief Inspector Espenido is glad to find the local government open to discussions on drug bust activities in the city.
Police Chief Inspector Jovie Espenido
After being tagged as the new drug-buster of Leyte, Espenido is now faced with clearing the name of Ozamiz City as an active drug activity place in Mindanao. From the latest regular session meet last January 16, 2017 held at the city hall of Ozamiz, he was invited to present his assessment on the latest drug activity in the city. For him, this open door policy exhibited by the local government is a positive sign for him to create a good relationship with the local government and the police force.
Based on his assessment report presented to the local government, the drug activity of the place is quite minimal compared to the perception of those non-residents of the said city. His is quite positive that this present trend will lead from minimal to zero drug related activity in a couple of years since the local government is in full support in eradicating all illegal drug activity in their city.
From the side of the local government, they are quite pleased with the assessment report presented by the new police chief inspector and shall continue to maintain an open door discussion with the police force to help eliminate the false assumption held by those who has initially believed in the high drug activity in the city.
This latest development between the police force and the local government is a clear sign of a hand-in-hand cooperation and relationship in fighting all illegal drug activity in the area of Misamis Occidental starting with Ozamiz City.
Foodpanda, the leading global online food delivery marketplace, makes online food delivery more convenient and affordable for its customers.
Foodpanda enables restaurants to become visible to mobile app and web users, thus customers can directly order their favorite restaurant meals via foodpanda’s website or smartphone app. The foodpanda app is powered by tech giants Delivery Hero and Rocket Internet and is available in the App Store and Google Play Store for free.
Truly, foodpanda is working around the clock to make it the most powerful online tool for food delivery. Now you can save your time, energy, and money while enjoying delicious food from your favorite restaurant at the comfort of your own home, office, or wherever you are.
Pag-IBIG Loyalty Card recently awarded Dermcare the “Loyalty Cardholder’s Favorite Partner” which equated to the number of cardholders who had the privilege to enjoy discounts at Dermcare branches nationwide.
Dermcare’s new logo is fused together with the care-centric ideals that they have at present. The flowers represent their growing clientele and how it has captured the hearts and gained the trust of the public.
True to its mission, Dermcare desires to foster care to its numerous clients by providing top-quality skin, hair and wellness services, as well as encompass the years of remarkable love and care for their customers.
Ozamiz City – New Police Chief Inspector Jovie Espenido declares that Ozamiz City has nearly zero drug activity in the whole of Misamis Occidental. Out of the 10 drug test buy activity conducted, only 2 of it held illegal drugs and it is not clear whether the source is from the city itself or from another location.
From the side of the local government, they are quite pleased with the assessment report presented by the new police chief inspector and shall continue to maintain an open door discussion with the police force to help eliminate the false assumption held by those who has initially believed in the high drug activity in the city.
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