by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 7, 2018 | Business
Gan Advanced Osseointegration Center (GAOC), the leading dental clinic in the Philippines and one of the best in Southeast Asia, make quality dentistry accessible to patients from different parts of the Metro with the opening of two new clinics at SM Megamall and Ayala Vertis North.
With the opening at prime locations, patients can now experience superior dental services offered by a team of highly skilled and experienced dental practitioners who have completed their training in top-notch hospitals, universities, and global institutions in the US, Europe, and Asia.
The operating room at GAOC Ayala Vertis North
The treatment room at GAOC SM Megamall
The SM Megamall clinic will be one of GAOC’s cosmetic centers, which will focus on prosthodontic and cosmetic procedures such as crowns, bridges, dentures, and veneers.
It will have a Consultation Room, an X-Ray Room, a Sterilization Room, 4 Treatment Rooms and its very own dental laboratory for greater efficiencies and speedier processing of laboratory results. Meanwhile, patients from Quezon City and neighboring areas do not need to travel to Makati for surgical procedures as the Ayala
Vertis North branch will have its own operating room, which features operating lights with a camera that records 40k videos.
Founded by Dr. Steve Mark Gan, GAOC takes pride in its unparalleled excellence in oral care including oral diagnostics, surgical procedures, dental implantology, and jaw reconstruction.
His acumen for world-class dental treatments and top-notch customer service has led him to become the choice of celebrities, politicians, diplomats, and socialites.
Visit GAOC SM Megamall at Level 5 Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City or contact (02) 725-4262, 0917-158-4262, or email me******@********al.com.
For GAOC Ayala Vertis North at Level 3, Ayala Vertis North, Quezon Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City or contact (02) 292-4262, (02) 368-1838, 0917-157-4262, or email ve****@********al.com.
For more details and information, like and follow GAOC on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, @gaocdental or visit www.gaocdental.com.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 6, 2018 | Lifestyle
Women’s Month celebrates not only femininity but also women’s accomplishments. March is the time to recognize and honor not just women who are breaking glass ceilings in business, industry, politics and every endeavor that used to be dominated by men and who have successfully overcome adversity, but even those who shine as wives, mothers and homemakers.
For those who want to mark the annual Women’s Month with a gift of lasting value and meaning, My Diamond offers up to 45% special discount on all classic jewelry until March 31, 2018.
full body massage at The Spa
My Diamond is also giving away a gift certificate for a full body massage at The Spa, the country’s leading relaxation, wellness and beauty center, for a minimum purchase.
Get a 14k white gold ring with 39 pieces of .97 carat diamonds or turn heads with a 14k white gold pendant with 10 pieces of .76 carat diamonds.
Complement either one with a 14k white gold stud earrings each with a diamond center stone of .43 carats and 24 pieces side stones of .22 carat diamonds or an 18k white gold bracelet with 129 pieces of 1.24-carat diamonds.
Every woman can shine brilliantly this Women’s Month with My Diamond’s elegant jewelry collection.
For more information, like My Diamond on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MyDiamondPH or visit any My Diamond concept store at:
- Ayala Fairview Terraces
- Festival Supermall
- Gateway Mall
- Glorietta 4
- Greenbelt 3
- Lucky Chinatown Mall
- Robinsons Place Manila
- SM Aura Premier
- SM Lanang Premier Davao
- SM Mall of Asia
- SM Megamall
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 6, 2018 | Beauty
Transform your eyes with the easy-to-use Graph-Ink Liner from Careline. The long-lasting, water-based formula, with its high-precision felt-tip applicator, defines the eyes with a stunning graphic line—no need to reapply throughout the day. The formula is smudge and waterproof, providing a secure and long-lasting look.
For a flawless facial finish, highlight your cheekbones with Careline’s Oil Control Blush-On. With a versatile range of colors, from soft to vivid, the fine texture blends perfectly into the skin without caking, empowering you to create your unique look.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 5, 2018 | Awards and Competitions
Aspirants from Davao, Cebu and Metro Manila are set to once again show off their smarts, as well as healthy and fit bodies at the final call-back for this year’s hottest, most awaited Century Tuna Superbods Ageless 2018!
“The hunt for the next Century Tuna Superbods has always been a long and rigorous process,” says Greg Banzon, general manager of Century Pacific Food, Inc. “But this year, we know it will be even more challenging because of the introduction of the Ageless category. The judges will have to work harder, be even more discerning.”
“The extra effort will not be wasted, however, because this year, more than any other Superbods year, we have attracted a record- breaking number of participants. That to me is the essence of the Superbods competition – to inspire more people, regardless of age, to work harder and become better versions of themselves.”
Contenders who passed the screening during the go-sees held all over the country will be presented at the final call-back where finalists will be selected for this year’s two categories: the Superbods (18 to 37 years old) category and the Superbods Ageless (38 to 50 years old) category.
The finalists will then move on to participate in an exciting line up of activities throughout the summer:
- the VIP Night hosted by Raymond Gutierrez and Gelli Victor;
- the Ultimate Challenge at the Inflatable Island in Subic where the finalists’ mental and physical health will be put to the test; and
- the Superbods Weekend which includes a fashion show by Zalora featuring the finalists together with select endorsers on April 7,
- the fun Underpants Run at Filinvest City in Alabang, Muntinlupa in the morning, and
- the Electric Bike Party in BGC Amphitheatre in the afternoon on April 8
The much-awaited grand Finals Night will happen at the Cove, Okada Manila on April 12, 2018.
The four winners of Century Tuna Superbods 2018 will each receive P500,000 cash! Aside from this, winners will receive an exciting lineup of prizes:
- an appliance showcase worth P250,000 from Indesit, Mabe, and Philips; an editorial campaign contract from Zalora;
- a training contract from Star Magic;
- a 1-year unlimited elite membership at Gold’s Gym;
- a May 2018 Mega Magazine supplement feature;
- P5,000 worth of Vansydical Sportswear; and
- a special prize from Cove
As if the staggering prizes are not enough, Chevrolet will choose one Superbods finalist who will be its brand ambassador. The winner will be selected based on the transformation videos which will feature each candidate’s journey towards becoming a Superbod. This lucky Superbod will go home with a brand-new Chevrolet Trax!
Also at stake are special awards including four winners of Superbod Beachbod who will each receive P10,000; two winners of Superbod of the Night who will each get P10,000; two winners of Superbod of the Night (Runway) to receive P10,000 each; four winners of Superbods Challenge who will each go home with P20,000; two winners of People’s Choice to receive P40,000 each; and 20 winners of Best in Congeniality award who will each receive P10,000.
Century Tuna Superbods Ageless 2018 is made possible with the support of Cove Manila, Philips, Indesit, Mabe, Tanduay Distillers, Inc., Zalora, and Chevrolet.
For more details, updates on events, and registration, visit Century Tuna Superbods on Facebook: www.facebook.com/centurytuna.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 2, 2018 | Stories
2018 is poised to be a good year in the Philippine job market, with both employers and talents expressing an optimistic view in relation to their hiring and job search activities, according to this year’s JobStreet.com Job Outlook Report.
The report, now on its second year, asked companies of their job market outlook in 2018. On a 7-point scale, employers averaged a 5.01 showing an increase in outlook optimism versus 2017, while candidates maintain their optimism at 4.68.
This positive sentiment among employers and candidates is backed by indications of increased hiring and job-hunting activity, as 95% of Philippine companies claim to be expanding, hiring more personnel, and maintaining their hiring rate, while 88% of talents will be either monitoring the job market or applying for jobs in 2018.
Confidence among employers is also seen in the increase in job postings, which experienced a 14% increase year-on year and is driven by growth in the top three hiring industries – call center/IT-enabled services, retail, and manufacturing.
While candidates also managed to display a more positive outlook, they expressed concerns about their job-hunting journey, saying that increased competition in their fields and diversification of skills and jobs are most likely to happen, signifying that searching and applying for good job opportunities may be more challenging to them this year.
The study also revealed another cause for candidates to be more active in searching for better opportunities this year – the benefits they most prefer are not necessarily offered to them by their present employers.
Close to 80% of candidates pointed to health and medical insurance for themselves and their dependents, but only 52% claim to enjoy it. On the other hand, 86% listed family care leave as their most desired form of time-off, but only 13% enjoy this type of leave benefit. “While more candidates see themselves to be more participative in the job market this year, companies are also foreseeing robust hiring activity, which means the competition to attract and retain top talent will be more vigorous. What will make or break employers this year is how attentive and primed they are to address the emerging needs of employees,” said JobStreet.com Philippines Country Manager Philip Gioca.
About JobStreet.com
JobStreet.com is a leading online job board presently covering the employment markets in Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia and Vietnam. JobStreet.com currently services over 230,000 corporate hirers and over 15 million jobseekers in its database.
About SEEK Asia JobStreet.com is part of SEEK Asia, which is the leading online employment market place in Asia. SEEK Asia covers 7 countries namely Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.
SEEK Asia is the extension of the Australian Securities Exchange listed company called SEEK. The company’s purpose is to help improve people’s lives through a better career. SEEK Asia’s database consist of over 500,000 corporate hirers and over 24 million candidates.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 2, 2018 | Stories
JobStreet.com, the largest job site in the country, will be holding the 3rd Philippine Engineering Students Congress on March 9, 2018. As with the two previous editions, the congress will be held in the Quezon City campus of co-host, the Technological Institute of the Philippines.
This one-day affair highlights a Congress plenary that aims to help participating engineering students to prepare and successfully apply for jobs after graduation. The program will present topics such as the job market landscape for engineering students, insights on increasing employability and tips on successfully passing the board exam.
Heading these panel discussions are leading figures in the field of engineering. The event will also feature presentation of award-winning engineering incubation projects and an inter-school quiz bee.
The congress will also feature a day-long career fair which will be participated in by 20 top companies that have the opportunity to showcase their employer brand during the event.
Participating companies include:
- Hitachi Elevator Philippines Corp.
- Asian Institute of Management Inc.
- Sunfish Asia Energy Solutions Inc.
- Schneider Electric Logistics Asia Pte. Ltd. – Philippine Br.
- Living Space
- Global Elite Lingua Franca
- Kalinisan Chemicals Corp.
- ADP (Philippines) Inc.
- Global Payments Process Inc., and
- AMMEX I-Support Corporation
Philip Gioca, Country Manager, JobStreet.com Philippines
“Engineering has been among the top 10 most advertised and most in-demand specializations on JobStreet.com year-on-year. In the overseas front, the Engineering specialization is also highly in-demand.” Said Philip Gioca, Country Manager, JobStreet.com Philippines.
Gioca also cites WorkAbroad.ph’s 2017 Overseas Salary Report. “Engineering-related jobs make up 22% of the total number of overseas jobs posted between January and October 2017. It is also among the highest paid specializations abroad,” he said.
“We hold this congress every year to equip and inspire future engineers as they embark on their career journey,” Gioca concluded
The congress is open to all graduating engineering students across the country. Interested students who want to attend the congress may coordinate with their college deans or office of the president as invites have been sent to their office.
They may also pre-register at www.jobstreet.com.ph/en/cms/campus, where they can sign up for an account and choose the event. Meanwhile, interested companies that want to be featured in the various activities or participate in the career fair may contact their respective JobStreet account managers.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Mar 1, 2018 | Awards and Competitions
Are you fond of doing DIY projects? For the last few years many men and women have jumped on the DIY trend – from fixing things around the house to making new things from old things that you would normally discard.
Take for example the story of Elmer Padilla, a young man who found a creative way to turn rubber slippers into action figures. His primary tools – rubber slippers and Pioneer Adhesives.
Pioneer Products
Growing up I’ve heard of Pioneer Epoxy and I have memories of my dad mixing the contents of 2 tubes to make a putty which he used to fix things around the house. I, for one, commonly purchase Mighty Bond. I keep it handy for fixing things like broken handles, fix shoes, bags, and leather straps, etc.
Pioneer Products
Pioneer has different adhesive products for different kinds of materials and uses and most people are not aware of this. There is a specific product to be used for glass, steel, rubber, pipes, etc. One of their latest products is the Mighty Insta Glue Remover – use this for removing the adhesive that may get left behind on your fingers as you work.
Aside from fixing things, Pioneer Adhesives can also be used for creative projects, some of which as featured in the new DIY Planner from Pioneer Adhesives.
The Pioneer DIY 2018 Planner
Flip through the pages and discover something new things you can make using ordinary materials and Pioneer Adhesives. Maybe some you’ve already done and some you would like to try.
For the March DIY, for example, this planner gives instructions on how to make snow globe using a mason jar, old plastic toys, glitter, blue food coloring, and Pioneer Mighty Seal.
Pioneer Giveaway!
Here’s your chance to win your own Pioneer DIY 2018 Planner! I will be giving away planners to three lucky followers who can share their best DIY tips and tricks. What do you need to do?
- Follow me on Instagram @slvrdlphn
- Share one of your best DIY tips and tricks on Instagram
- Tag the post with the following: #MyPioneerDIY #PioneerAdhesivesDIY #SLVRDLPHNgiveaways
- Invite your friends to like your post!
- Invite your friends to join. 🙂
- Winners will be announced on March 28, 2018. You will be contacted via DM when your entry has been selected.
Note: This contest/giveaway is open to Metro Manila residents only.
This contest will run from March 1 to March 27, 2018 so hurry! Send in your entries now!
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 28, 2018 | Stories
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Popular South Korean pop icon and leader of the boy band Big Bang, Kwon Ji Yong (GD), bid farewell and paid tribute to his fans in Southeast Asia with a parting gift as he reported for military duty yesterday, February 27.
The singer-songwriter and rapper have designed a gift package which will be exclusively available in a one-of-its-kind GD Official Store on Southeast Asia’s leading e-commerce company, Lazada.
Dubbed “The Floral Pathway”, the package comprises of a premium coffee drip, a GD hand-printed mug, and a bracelet. These items come wrapped in a fancy floral-motif box that is also specially designed by GD. The floral motif is GD’s tribute to his fans, whom he refers to as his flowers, wishing that they will walk down the road to happiness.
More than 7,000 gift boxes are up for grabs beginning today (February 28) in the Philippines, Malaysia and Singapore; March 1 in Indonesia; and March 13 in Thailand.
To fan the excitement across the region, Lazada got fans to join their various social media contests and live streaming videos as they bid their beloved idol farewell.
Making shopping fun and entertaining!
Will Ross, Chief Executive Officer of Lazada Crossborder
The latest collaboration with GD is part of Lazada’s efforts to mix entertainment with shopping and to create a fun and enriching experience for the younger generation of shoppers across Southeast Asia.
“K-pop has led to an increased interest in Korea among Southeast Asian customers. To satisfy customer needs, Lazada will expand strategic partnerships with Korean entertainment companies to offer high-value K-artist merchandise,” says Will Ross, Chief Executive Officer of Lazada Crossborder.
About Lazada Group
Launched in 2012, Lazada is the number one online shopping and selling destination in Southeast Asia – present in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
As the pioneer of the eCommerce ecosystem in Southeast Asia, Lazada helps more than 135,000 local and international sellers as well as 3,000 brands serving the 560 million consumers in the region through its marketplace platform, supported by a wide range of tailored marketing, data, and service solutions.
With over 210 million SKUs available, Lazada offers the widest range of products in categories ranging from consumer electronics to household goods, toys, fashion, sports equipment, and groceries.
Focused on delivering an excellent customer experience, it offers multiple payment methods including cash-on-delivery, comprehensive customer care and hassle-free returns through its own first and last mile delivery arm supported by more than 100 logistics partners. Lazada Group is majority owned by Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA).
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 28, 2018 | Business
Asian Institute of Management
KPMG R.G. Manabat & Co. (KPMG RGM & Co.), the Philippine member firm of KPMG International, recently held Let’s Talk Tech – a series of IT discussions on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics Process Automation (RPA), Data & Analytics (D&A), Blockchain and Tax Intelligence Solution (TIS), at the Asian Institute of Management in Makati City.
It also launched its 2018 annual investment guide entitled IT Report: Philippines which highlights the dynamism of the IT-BPM industry which has proven to be among the country’s economic game changers for the past 20 years or so and will continue to provide support for strong growth in the years to come.
Present during the event were: (from left) KPMG RGM & Co. vice chairman and chief operating officer Emmanuel P. Bonoan, KPMG Australia’s Michael Rochanakij, KPMG RGM & Co. chairman and chief executive officer Sharon G. Dayoan, IT veteran Joel H. Garcia, KPMG RGM & Co. tax partner Leandro Ben M. Robediso, advisory partners Jallain S. Manrique and Michael H. Guarin.
by Penny Angeles-Tan | Feb 27, 2018 | Business
The Philippines’ first public-private sector initiative for startups, QBO Innovation Hub (QBO), will launch its own app where startups can connect with top-notch mentors and consultants who can help them grow their business on March 1 at the City Garden Grand Hotel in Makati.
QBO (‘ku-bo’) was formed through a partnership between Ideaspace Foundation Inc., J.P. Morgan, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).
It is a platform for the startup community to collaborate, develop talent, and grow. Spurred on by the vision of Filipino startups changing the world, QBO’s mission is to create a globally competitive startup ecosystem in the Philippines. The QBO App is an extension of QBO’s on-ground efforts.
Katrina Chan, Director, QBO Innovation Hub
“In this fast-paced, always-on world, we saw the need for startups to get easy access to our services and resources. This is why we created the app,” said Katrina Chan, Director, QBO Innovation Hub.
The QBO App is downloadable on iOS and Android devices (search for ‘QBO Innovation Hub’).
It is a digital space where startups and entrepreneurs can come together to connect and collaborate with other players in the startup ecosystem and contribute their own knowledge with the community.
Access to top-notch mentors
QBO recently launched its impressive mentor roster, consisting of successful startup founders, experienced venture capitalists, and veteran company leaders, among others. They were selected to provide mentorship to startups that qualify for the INQBATION program, which was created in partnership with J.P. Morgan.
The INQBATION program was designed to support highly promising yet underserved Philippine startup companies. Once selected for the program, startups gain access to a customized development program that provides targeted interventions to help them achieve their unique goals, overcome barriers to growth, and scale.
Rene “Butch” Meily, President, QBO Innovation Hub
“A significant number of startups fail, and the reasons vary. Among the most common include lack of focus and lack of motivation or commitment. However, there is one factor that proves to be even more dangerous to the success of a startup: the lack of mentorship,” said Rene “Butch” Meily, President, QBO Innovation Hub.
“We didn’t want to waste the great potential we see in a lot of local startups. And we believe that our mentors can help them move forward and grow,” Chan said.
Here are the seven mentors, and why they’re perfect for Philippine startups:
- Chito Bustamante, CEO, Chikka Asia, Inc. The Silicon Valley engineer has enabled Chikka to grow and develop into what it is today. During his term, Chikka was awarded triple ISO certifications and a rare CMMI maturity level 5, which is the highest in the industry. Aside from being a CEO, Bustamante is actively taking on mentorship roles to help young startup founders succeed.
- Ambar Machfoedy, Managing Partner, Rekanext Venture Capital Partners.
In his current role, Machfoedy manages a Singapore-based Venture Capital firm that is focused on a portfolio of technology ventures that target Southeast Asian markets. Machfoedy is also well versed in analyzing and assessing deals, conducting due diligence, and executing exit strategies via IPOs/M&As, all of which are important for any startup founder.
- Joey Vilar, Head of Marketing Services & OIC of Market Education, Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE). Running a successful startup requires a good understanding of financial matters. Recruiting a mentor who has a strong background in finance spells the difference between a successful startup and a floundering one. Vilar, who has been at the helm of the PSE’s marketing services and market education for 10 years, is the perfect match for any startup that wants access to financial knowledge.
- Jojy Azurin, Founder and CEO of Horsepower.ph. Azurin has co-founded a number of startups as well as IT companies. He has pioneered tech companies in the fields of BPO, IT outsourcing, online content publishing, and eCommerce. He is also co-director at Manila Chapter of Founder Institute, the world’s largest startup incubator. A seasoned leader and entrepreneur like him can definitely help any startup founder navigate the choppy startup waters.
- Francis Simisim, CEO of Social Light, Inc. Simisim’s experience as an entrepreneur through various startups such as WhenInManila, Blogapalooza, and Social Light, Inc. is valuable to any fledgling startup. His current position as partner at a Philippine-based VC firm, Original Pitch Venture Capital, can give startup founders invaluable insight when it comes to pitching to potential investors and coming up with out-of-the-box creative solutions.
- Noel Lorenzana, a Venture Capitalist with years of experience in key leadership positions. Insight from someone who has successful experience in various posts as CEO, COO, President, and Managing Director and served in various roles across functions in General Management, Marketing, Sales, Operations, and Innovation Management is gold for anyone who is just starting out. Lorenzana has weathered many challenges as an executive, making him the perfect mentor for newbie founders.
- Joseph Lacson, Chief Investment Officer at Metro Pacific Investments Corporation Lacson has accrued various leadership experiences spanning a wide range of departments in his 20 years of professional experience. Currently, he is the CIO of Metro Pacific Investments. He has also been at the helm of many sales and marketing departments, as well as strategy and business development. Insights from someone who has experience in moving and growing various companies can prove helpful to anyone just starting out.
Starting March 1, QBO startups will have unfettered access to these mentors and more through the QBO App.
For more information about QBO’s INQBATION program, please visit www.qbo.com.ph.
JobStreet.com is a leading online job board presently covering the employment markets in Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia and Vietnam. JobStreet.com currently services over 230,000 corporate hirers and over 15 million jobseekers in its database.
This one-day affair highlights a Congress plenary that aims to help participating engineering students to prepare and successfully apply for jobs after graduation. The program will present topics such as the job market landscape for engineering students, insights on increasing employability and tips on successfully passing the board exam.
The congress will also feature a day-long career fair which will be participated in by 20 top companies that have the opportunity to showcase their employer brand during the event.
The congress is open to all graduating engineering students across the country. Interested students who want to attend the congress may coordinate with their college deans or office of the president as invites have been sent to their office.
To fan the excitement across the region, Lazada got fans to join their various social media contests and live streaming videos as they bid their beloved idol farewell.
Launched in 2012, Lazada is the number one online shopping and selling destination in Southeast Asia – present in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
QBO (‘ku-bo’) was formed through a partnership between Ideaspace Foundation Inc., J.P. Morgan, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).
The QBO App is downloadable on iOS and Android devices (search for ‘QBO Innovation Hub’).
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