Monthly Archives: March 2021

 

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, celebrates International Women’s Day by recognizing three female entrepreneurs who continue to challenge boundaries, pursue their dreams, and carve their paths to success. 

This year’s theme for International Women’s Day (IWD) is #ChooseToChallenge, and it mirrors Shopee’s belief that women sellers can carve their paths to success in e-commerce. Shopee supports sellers through initiatives such as E-TAAS ang Pilipinong MSMEs Integrated Digital Marketing Training Program in partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). 

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “This International Women’s Day, we are proud to recognize women entrepreneurs who are pursuing their dreams and making a difference to our communities through their businesses. In line with our efforts to make e-commerce for everyone, we provide aspiring entrepreneurs with an environment to succeed with us. We are glad to see many women succeeding on Shopee and encourage aspiring female entrepreneurs to do the same. ” 

As more micro, small, and medium entrepreneurs go digital, Shopee presents three female business owners growing their businesses on the platform. Analyn Sagales, Shiela Reyes-Lao, and Gina Aloush share what prompted them to open an online business:

Analyn Sagales of Jas Healthy Mixed Products

For Analyn Sagales, what started as a hobby turned into a business that helped her support her family. She first introduced her products to friends and colleagues at work. During the pandemic, her business increased in sales as more people turned to online platforms for their needs. 

Her story serves as an inspiration to others to do what makes them happy. “I can convert my passion for farming to promoting personal and family health through selling organic herb teas and soaps. It’s never too late to start something new, regardless of your age, gender, and status in life.” 

Shiela Reyes-Lao of 130 Cacao Culture Farms

To help cacao farmers and provide jobs to the women in the community, Shiela Reyes-Lao established 130 Cacao Culture Farms back in 2016. Her interest in agriculture, combined with her love for chocolates, prompted her to bring her business to Shopee. Despite the many challenges, her determination led to success. 

“As a female entrepreneur, it’s a challenge to balance work and our personal lives, so I took it as my responsibility to create a workplace culture that is flexible and helps other women thrive. Through Shopee, I can expand my horizons and help others,” she said. “I also believe in continuing education, so we provide our team members and the women in our community the opportunities they need to develop and learn new skills.” 

Gina Aloush of Habbe Tailoring Shop

Gina Aloush transformed her passion for protecting the environment into a business on Shopee, going from a hobbyist to a full-time environmental entrepreneur and advocate. Sensing the chance to educate others about the environment through eco-friendly products, she opened Habbe Tailoring Shop on Shopee in 2019. Today, she sees steady traffic and sales on Shopee while continuing to upgrade her digital skills and bring her store to new heights.

“I used to dream of having a business that not only gives me financial freedom but also the opportunity to make a difference. I want to use this business as a channel to help other people and our planet. I consider myself an advocate for the environment and want to sell products that will help conserve Mother Earth’s health and beauty.”

With the help of Shopee’s robust ecosystem, continually improving in-app features, and convenient digital payment services such as ShopeePay, women sellers like Analyn, Shiela, and Gina can continue to reach a broader target audience and grow their online businesses this 2021. 

International Women’s Day Fair

On March 8, users can enjoy up to 90% off on skincare items, makeup, women’s apparel, and maternity products. Shoppers can also look forward to shop vouchers and amazing deals from brands such as Maybelline, L’Oreal Paris, Sanofi Aventis, and fashion brands like Zanzea and Vonda. 

To know more about the International Women’s Day Fair, visit https://shopee.ph/m/international-womens-day-fair 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

“Havas Ortega believes that gender equality is a prerequisite for a sustainable business. As a company that owes its success to its people, it would be incongruous to aim for business excellence while part of that workforce is hindered by archaic gender norms and workplace harassment,” said Jos Ortega, CEO of the Havas Ortega Group.  64% of Havas Ortega employees are female, while 67% of the leadership team are women. At the top is veteran marketer Hermie de Leon, standing alongside Jos Ortega as the Managing Partner. 

To help the millions of Filipinos who are sending and receiving remittances in the Philippines, Robinsons Bank has introduced its new service, the RBANK REMIT. RBANK REMIT promises an easy, fast, and reliable remittance service that can be accessed through the RBank Digital Online Banking via mobile app or web.

As long as senders have an Robinsons Bank account enrolled in the RBank Digital online banking, they can send to RBank’s partner remittance centers all over the country!

Recipients are also able to receive funds in real-time and can instantly go to the remittance center and present the necessary requirements (valid ID, reference number) to claim.

Clients can now use RBank Remit to send their remittances to Cebuana Lhuillier with 2,500 branches nationwide.

Don’t miss the opportunity to send your remittance with ease. If you don’t have a Robinsons Bank account, open now via online at https://rbankdig.onelink.me/Judl/RbankSignUp . Once you have an account, simply enroll it in RBank Digital Online Banking and start using RBANK REMIT! That easy!

Robinsons Bank is the financial services arm of the JG Summit Group of Companies, one of the largest conglomerates in the Philippines. It currently ranks 18th among universal and commercial banks in the country, with assets amounting to Php 131.088 Bn as of December 2019. The Bank is recognized as the Fastest Growing Commercial

Bank in the Philippines for 2020 by the Global Business Outlook; and the Best Commercial Bank in the Philippines for 2020 by the International Business Magazine. RBank was also recognized as an Outstanding Employer at the PH Best Employer Brand Awards 2020.

For inquiries and concerns, you may reach Robinsons Bank through its Customer Care Center at (02) 8637-CARE (2273) or domestic toll-free 1-800-10-637-CARE (2273); or visit its website at www.robinsonsbank.com.ph. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/robinsonsbank/ and join our Viber Community at www.bit.ly/RBankCommunity to get the latest updates.

Imagine waking up to your balcony with the scenic views of well-manicured fairways, dotted by fully-grown trees and complemented by the fresh breeze of the suburbs. This is the lifestyle afforded by Golf Ridge Private Estate by premier real estate brand Filigree.

Golf Ridge is the latest addition to Filigree’s remarkably successful line-up of developments, which also include Botanika Nature Residences, Bristol at Parkway Place, The Enclave Alabang, and The Beaufort—all in enviable locations in Metro Manila. Now, it is finally expanding its luxury living experience outside the metro with this newest project venture.

Very timely with the real estate industry enjoying an upswing even amid the current normal. Now, however, buyers and investors are even more discerning of the property they choose to buy. Criteria should at least include sustainable and future-ready designs, safer and more strategic locations, and topnotch amenities. And these are the qualities that have long been a trademark of Filigree developments.

“Even as our economy continues to struggle, we want end-users and investors to enjoy a luxurious, comfortable lifestyle while being cost-efficient,” notes Filigree head Catherine Ilagan. “At Golf Ridge, leasehold agreements are offered to tenants, which is an advantage in the current normal because it is more practical and profitable in the long run.”

Strategically situated within Filinvest Mimosa+ Leisure City in Clark, Pampanga, Golf Ridge Private Estate is an accessible urban escape offering a highly-coveted country club lifestyle right in the heart of Luzon’s emerging economic hub.

End-users and investors planning to live away from congested urban areas will enjoy the atmosphere of Filinvest Mimosa+. Majority of the property is made up of sprawling open spaces, which can be seen in its vibrant, integrated township where Centennial trees and well-maintained green landscapes soften the glass and concrete buildings that are home to corporate offices, malls, and gaming establishments.

To further highlight the country club lifestyle, the upcoming residential development has added country club-like features and amenities to help residents rejuvenate and enhance their health and well-being right at their doorstep, especially in the current normal. Residents can relax and unwind amid a slew of well-curated amenities including a fully-equipped gym, infinity pool and outdoor lounge.

Complementing these are generous living spaces that allow only four to eight units on a floor for privacy, ease of movement, abundant natural light and better indoor air quality.

Each unit has an amply-sized balcony that gives a commanding, borrowed view of the Mimosa Golf Course. Designed to cater to people of varying lifestyles, Golf Ridge offers one-bedroom units for end-users or investors looking for a quiet retreat, two-bedroom units for young couples or empty-nesters, and three-bedroom units for larger families.

Golf Ridge in Filinvest Mimosa+ is easily accessible, a comfortable two-hour drive to and from Metro Manila via major highways such as the North Luzon Expressway (NLEx), Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEx) and Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEx). It is only a 10-minute drive to the Clark International Airport.

Offered to tenants on leasehold agreements, Golf Ridge Private Estate is a valuable asset for residents who are aspiring to experience a relaxed, country club lifestyle.

To know more, visit www.golfridge.com.ph

It’s Ever Bilena’s birthday month! On its 38^th year, the country’s leading cosmetics brand is treating makeup lovers to a blowout sale—Php38 or 38% off on select Ever Bilena, Ever Bilena Advance, and Careline makeup items until March 31, 2021.

Time to stock up on your makeup essentials and add to your basket some of Ever Bilena and EB Advance’s best sellers like the EB All Day Eyeliner Pen, Eyeshadow Palette, EB Lip & Cheek Stain, EB Lip and Cheek Roller, EB Matte Long Lasting Dip Liner, EB Matte Nudes Lipstick, Ever Bilena Fix Curl Mascara, Ever Bilena Sculpt and and Strobe Sitck, and so many more. All priced at P38.

Meanwhile enjoy 38% off on EB Liquid DipLiner, Ever Lip & Cheek Tint, EB Matte Color Stick, EB Blush Rush Cheek Roller, EB Advance Absolute Matte Lipstick, Advance Vinyl Lip Gloss, Careline Diamond Dream Highlighter, and Careline Soft Suede Lipstick.

Hurry and shop at the participating stores: All Day, Landmark Trinoma, Landmark Makati, Landmark Alabang, Landmark Nuvali, Alturas Group, Ever Department Store, Ever Supermarket, Gaisano Capital, Gaisano Fresh and Easy Stores, Gaisano Grand Department Store, Gaisano Grand Supermarket Store, Gaisano Main Group, Gaisano Metro, Gaisano Metro-Super Metro, Isetann Department Store, Isetann Supermarket, LCC Department Store, LCC Supemarket, NCCC Department Store, NCCC Supermarket, Puregold, Puremart, Robinsons Department Store, Robinsons Supermarket, Savemore, Shopwise, SM Hypermarket Southstar Drugstore, Sta. Lucia Department Store, Super 8, SM Supermarket, Supervalue, The Marketplace, Waltermart Department Store, Waltermart Supermarket, Alfamart, Centro Department Store, SM Beauty Department Store, Watsons Mall, Fishermall Department Store, Mart One, Ace Centerpoint, Best Emporium, Gaisano CDO Group, Gaisano Davao, JS Gaisano, KCC Shopping Center, Lee Plaza Dipolog, LTS Southwoods, Fishermall Supemarket, Magic Department Store, Magic Supermarket, Metro shoppers, Store zone, Inc., and Superama.

To know more, follow Ever Bilena’s official Facebook page (@everbilenacosmetics) and Instagram (@everbillenofficial).

Now that most are staying in their homes, choosing the right kitchen fuel has never been more crucial in ensuring safety during this new era of indoor lifestyles. More importantly, as the industry is plagued with potential risks from substandard LPGs by illegal refillers, making smart LPG choices becomes more crucial in protecting lives and properties.

Against the undying demand for fakes

Following reports of unlawful trade of defective LPGs in various areas, Senator Grace Poe appealed to
the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to intensify their efforts against unauthorized dealers and their persistent schemes.

Likewise, in its recent series of bust operations, well-trusted LPG brand Solane is reiterating its commitment to protect consumer safety by highlighting the necessary lookouts to verify LPGs and calling for consumers to double their vigilance against fake cylinders. 

The Techy Artist. Energize your home office space with a combination of techie and artsy accessories from SM Stationery.

With working from home emerging as a new lifestyle trend, we are certainly spending more time in our home offices. With that, our desks have become a favorite space where we make reports, plan our schedules, attend zoom meetings, and keep connected with friends and family.

And the start of the New Year is a good time to give our desks at home or in the office, much- needed refresh with stylish accessories from SM Stationery. These desk-mates mirror the latest fashion trends – metallic mesh, geometric pattern – lattice, herringbone, dotted; and as well as pop of pastel colors that will help you work better and more creatively.

Organize your desk with fun and functional accessories and storage systems that highlight your personality. Showcase the things you love by adding gadget accessories like LED Touch lamp that makes your space modern and contemporary.

Add green in your workspace to welcome new ideas and experiences. Indoor plants can help you keep calm and breathe in your work area. But most of all – make it also an inviting space for yourself as you work long hours, or for visitors who may drop by.

Visit SM Stationery section of the SM Stores in SM City Marilao, SM City Baliwag, and SM City San Jose del Monte.

Also, SM Stationery is now online on www.smstationery.com.ph and with the SM Store’s #143SM Call to Deliver services. You can now have your home and office must-haves delivered right to your doorstep. Follow SM Stationery PH in Instagram and Facebook and join their Viber community for more details and info.

Confidence is truly the new sexy. Nothing is more attractive than a man who exudes the right amount of confidence and sleekness. Good thing, there’s Blackwater’s Deo Spray for Men to help one exude confidence and get comfortable in your own skin.

Blackwater Deo Spray for Men is a new set of fragrances that is sure to help every man feel clean and confident anytime of the day.

Blackwater Deo Spray for Men is available in High Spirits, Dark Rebel, Smooth Chaos, and Dark Pleasure. These four citrus-woody scents provide protection from odor-causing germs and keepsone smelling great longer – perfect for the busy men on the go.

For only ₱185 per bottle, the Blackwater Deo Spray for Men is available at all leading at all leading supermarkets, department stores, and drugstores nationwide. You can also shop online via Shopee and Lazada.

Make sure to follow @blackwaterphofficial on Facebook to get all the latest news and updates.

In today’s digital world, consumers are spoiled with options. When you want to watch your favorite movies or programs, there’s an endless list of available on-demand video services to keep you entertained for days on end. When you want to relax and enjoy music, the options are likewise, quite impressive.

When paying for your transactions, however, there is one mobile wallet that allows you secure access to a world of shopping possibilities, while you earn amazing rewards and perks. Eat, drink, shop, and travel till your heart’s content using GrabPay, the in-app wallet of everyday everything app Grab.

Here are some of the reasons why you would want to check out GrabPay:

GrabRewards & Savings

GrabPay lets you earn points that you can earn and redeem for discounts, products, or services through GrabRewards. Depending on your membership level, you can earn 2.5 to 10 reward points for every P100 transaction. The more you shop and spend with GrabPay, the more points you earn that allow you to redeem discounts or give you access to special deals such as a 3-month free subscription to Spotify Premium for first-time Spotify premium users. Throughout the year, you can expect even more impressive freebies when you use GrabPay to shop or pay.

More Shopping Options

You can use GrabPay not just for your Grab-related transactions. You can use it to shop for virtually anything. And with the GrabPay Card, your own virtual Mastercard, you can shop at millions of online merchants worldwide, local e-commerce such as Lazada and Shopee, including paying for your music and streaming subscriptions and app store purchases. More stores means more chances to get amazing discounts and rewards!

GrabPay 

Through its QR-scanning payment feature, is currently accepted across thousands of establishments nationwide ranging from malls (SM Supermalls, SM Department Store, SM supermarkets, SM Parking, Ace Hardware), fashion, beauty, and wellness retailers (H&M, Uniqlo, Watsons, Healthy Options), cafes and restaurants (Starbucks, Wildflour, Pink’s, Conti’s, Toby’s Estates), and many more.

GrabPay has also enabled secure and seamless cashless online payments checkout across thousands of websites including Zalora, BeautyMNL, Shein, SM Malls via Call to Deliver, Shop SM, Power Mac, and Taxumo.

Waived Transfer Fees

Signing up to GrabPay is easy, breezy. Even better, you can do bank transfers via InstaPay as much as you want, and you can do it without additional fees until at least March 31. Users can transfer money from GrabPay to any local bank and e-wallet for free and in real time. They can cash in for free by linking their BPI and UnionBank accounts (BDO coming soon!) directly within the Grab app or with cash at 7-11, SM Business Centers, and additional payment center stores. This is in support of the call by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’s effort to promote cashless payments and financial inclusion.

Safety Within Reach

GrabPay also has superior security settings to ensure that you can use it anytime, anywhere without worries. The wallet is supported by a 24-hour customer experience team so you can seek help anytime you need. As an added security feature, GrabPay employs automated rules, AI machine-learning models, and teams of risk analysts to detect,  analyze and guard against suspicious activities. GrabPay wallets are also equipped with Grab PIN and biometric authentication that must be entered prior to any changes on device and location, updates to user’s profile information, transferring to banks, and additional activities that could compromise the user

 Truly, having a mobile wallet to pay for your transactions is simply not enough. With its impressive array of features and attributes, GrabPay offers all the convenience and functionality of a reliable wallet. It also offers its customers more reasons to enjoy their shopping experience and other transactions.