Author: WILMAR NICOLAS DULDULAO

  • AXA Philippines tells Filipinos to cross the line in new TVC

    AXA Philippines tells Filipinos to cross the line in new TVC

    WHEN WE EXPECT MORE from the most important things in our life, we need to cross the line into better things—we leave behind what was in the past, in order to achieve more in the present and the future. This crucial, life-changing decision is presented in the new AXA Philippines TV commercial.

    The TVC is shot in sepia and blue hues, showing different people at different life stages, from yuppies to families just starting out; to young couples; to someone on crutches recovering from an injury. At first, they all stand on the brink of decision, as they get ready to cross the red line (representing the switch in the AXA logo).

    When the final decision is made, however, the sepia and blue hues give way to brightness breaking through the gloom. The sense of freedom, vitality and possibility shines in the smiles and bright faces of those who walked across the line.

    World’s number one

    LIFE’S UNCERTAINTIES require having a reliable, strong and trusted partner. AXA Philippines offers financial protection and insurance solutions that fit every stage of life. AXA Philippines belongs to the international AXA Group trusted by 95 million customers in 61 countries. AXA is the number one insurance brand in the world (Interbrand Report, 2011).

    Choosing the right insurance provider gives you peace of mind when it comes to your financial future and the financial security of your family. This is especially true when the provider is consistently reliable, available and attentive to your needs—and is the world’s number one insurance brand as well.

    “AXA as a global brand has always been a trusted provider of financial protection; this is true for its 95 million customers in 61 countries. Recently, Interbrand—one of the top international brand consultancies–named AXA the world’s Number One insurance brand for the third consecutive year.

    “AXA Philippines brings the same top quality products and services to its policy holders in the Philippines. We are here to listen to our customers needs and be their reliable partner in helping them protect, support and manage their financial future,” said AXA Philippines President & CEO, Rien Hermans.

    Interbrand ranked AXA number one in the world from 2009 to 2011 for the following reasons: 1) AXA’s ability to “redefine its industry by focusing on customer insights”; 2) AXA’s consistent performance in being “available, attentive and reliable” towards its clients; and its success in offering clients “tangible proofs” of how it fulfills its promises; and 3) The strong commitment to the AXA brand by the company’s members at the senior and employee levels.

    Interbrand, one of the largest firms in the world specializing in brand analytics, brand strategy and brand valuation, also put AXA as 53rd best brand in the world across all categories; and fourth best French brand across all industries.

    Listening to the customer

    WHOM DO YOU TRUST when it comes to your personal goals and financial needs? AXA Philippines has customized insurance solutions that are tailor-fit each policyholder’s needs–whether to protect the future of loved ones or increase and manage one’s assets and wealth. AXA is the number one insurance brand in the world (Interbrand Report, 2011).

    Hermans explained that AXA is redefining insurance industry standards with its products and its customer approach. He said that instead of offering pre-packaged products off the shelf—a products-based approach—what AXA offers clients are based on their needs.

    “The first step we take is to listen to the client’s needs. What are his or her goals? What sort of financial future does he or she envision? Only when we know the answers to these questions can we begin to create a customized, personalized package of solutions for them—one that is the right fit for their needs and goals,” explained Hermans.

    Affordable and convenient

    Such personalized financial solutions are always worth the investment. Besides the assurance that your insurance package is exactly what you need, AXA customers also enjoy value for their investment.

    “Our premiums are matched to the client’s disposable income.  This makes payments easy and affordable since they are within the client’s budget and follows his or her current cashflow,” explained Hermans.

    AXA also makes the process of application, payments and claims clear, simple and convenient for customers. For example, application forms are already attached to brochures and such forms have been simplified for ease in filling them out.

    Payments are also made more convenient through auto debit and auto charge features. Claims processing is also made simple and tailored to the type of insurance benefit.

    For every stage of life

    As shown in the AXA TVC, customers from all walks of life will find a set of customized solutions for AXA—at whatever life stage they are currently in.

    Whether one is a young urban professional who wants to start early in securing his financial future, or a breadwinner seeking to secure his or her family’s financial needs, AXA is able to provide customized solutions for them.  AXA also has solutions for wealth management.

    “Younger customers, who are beginning their careers and have less flexibility with their disposable income, will find that they can start investing in insurance in an easy and affordable way through AXA.”

    “Breadwinners on the other hand will get assurance and peace of mind that their investments are secure and that claims can be availed of reliably and conveniently.”

    “AXA also has products that take care of wealth management. We have clients who need advice on how to invest the considerable assets they worked hard to gather through the years. While they are already asset-rich, they still need reliable, dependable and expert assistance to achieve their financial goals,” stated Hermans.

    95 MILLION PEOPLE IN 61 COUNTRIES put their faith, their financial needs and their protection in the hands of AXA, the number one insurance brand in the world (Interbrand Report, 2011). AXA Philippines brings the same international quality insurance solutions and protection to every customer in the Philippines.

    Knowing all of these, crossing the line no longer seems too daunting. In fact, it just might be one of the best decisions you can make in your life.

    AXA Philippines is one of the leading and fastest-growing insurance providers the country since it began operations in 1999. For more information on its products and services, call +632.5815.292 / +632.3231.292 or email Customer.Service@axa.com.ph

    AXA is one of the world’s leaders in financial protection and wealth management. Originating from France, it serves a global clientele of 95 million customers in 61 countries, with 4.3 billion Euros in adjusted earnings as of 2010. For more information, please log on to http://www.axa.com/en/group/profile

    REFERENCE:

    Chris Cahilig/ Liza Vicente

    Judy Ann Teo
    Christopher Cahilig Consultancy Services
    Unit 2203 Cityland Shaw Tower,
    St. Francis Street cor. Shaw Blvd.,
    Mandaluyong City
    Cellphone: 09322453779
    Landline: (02)687-2649

  • SOLO x KENKOY x ONLINE MODEL SEARCH 2011

    SOLO x KENKOY x ONLINE MODEL SEARCH 2011

    The search for the next faces of Solo for 2012 is EXTENDED due to popular request! Submission of entries is extended until November 30 and Voting ends on December 2.

    Solo Online Model Search gets bigger on its 3rd year as Solo celebrates and relive the greatest and most-loved comic character of all time KENKOY created by the Father of Philippine Cartoon Tony Velasquez.

    After successfully launching Jaggy Tallada and Jhonna Flor as 2010’s grand winners and Mehran Khaledi and Phoebe Rutaquio as 2011’s grand winners, we are now on search for two new faces of Solo to be officially unveiled in 2012.

    Head over to the contest site www.solo.com.ph/modelsearch2011 and be part of this year’s search! You may be the next face of Solo by submitting your creative photo entries or by taking part by supporting and voting for your fave entries! Entries will be judged according to the following criteria: 30% Voter’s Choice and 70% Solo’s Choice (40% for Being Photogenic, 20% for Creativity and Styling and 10% Layout) for a total of 100%. The highest scorers: 10 Male Photo Entries and 10 Female Photo Entries will be the finalists. The top 20 finalists will have a go-see and interview with the judges. Cash Prizes and gift certificates await the grand winners for Best Male and Best Female Photo Entries, as well as their partner Graphic Artist/Photographer. There are also prizes for the lucky voters so keep your votes coming in and you might win Solo shopping GCs!

    Male Winner of Solo Online Model Search 2011, Mehran Khaledi
    Female Winner of Solo Online Model Search 2011. Pheobe Rutaquio

    Get updates via Solo website, Facebook and Twitter pages. http://www.solo.com.ph/modelsearch2011/

    DIAN DELA CRUZ
    Fashion Marketing Executive
    Freeway / Solo / Ensembles / 22BC
    Elite Garments Int’l Inc.

  • Reward yourself with the Tomato Red Card

    Reward yourself with the Tomato Red Card

    LOYAL CUSTOMERS OF TOMATO STORES are in for a reward in time for the Christmas Season: The Tomato Red Card is a loyalty card, privilege card and points-collection card-in-one that gives monthly perks and treats for the cardholder.

    The Tomato Red Card is available starting November in all Tomato branches nationwide upon purchase of a Tomato 2012 Datebook. The card may be used at any Tomato store.

    Customers who purchase a Tomato Datebook 2012 will receive both a Red Card and a Reward Yourself Card.  The second card lets a customer earn vouchers and a 15 percent discount on purchases during his or her birthday. The Reward Yourself Card is only available to Red Card holders and may be used starting 2012.

    Tomato Datebook 2012 is available in four chic designs—choose one that best suits your look and personal style!

    “The Red Card gives access to varying monthly privileges and treats that are exclusive to cardholders. These include exclusive sales, special discounts; points accumulation and redemption of items; limited edition giveaways and a lot more,” said Lennie Dionisio, Tomato Marketing Director.  She added that Red Card owners will receive information about upcoming monthly privileges thru e-mail, Facebook, the Tomato webite or at Tomato stores.

    To activate the Red Card, the cardholder must go online at the Tomato website (www.tomato.ph). While the Red Card is not usable for online shopping, there are online promotions that will be exclusive to Red Card holders only.

    Visit a Tomato store now and get your very own Red Card! Available in all of these Tomato locations: Glorietta Makati, SM San Lazaro, SM Manila, SM Mall of Asia, SM Sta. Mesa, SM Megamall, SM Fairview, SM North Edsa, Robinsons Metro East, Robinsons Place Ermita, TriNoma, Starmall, Marquee Mall, RCBC Plaza, La Fuerza, Market! Market!, SM Bacoor, SM Bicutan, and Southmall.

    REFERENCE:

    Chris Cahilig/ Liza Vicente

    Judy Ann Teo
    Christopher Cahilig Consultancy Services
    Unit 2203 Cityland Shaw Tower,
    St. Francis Street cor. Shaw Blvd.,
    Mandaluyong City
    Cellphone: 09322453779
    Landline: (02)687-2649

  • AXA Philippines welcomes Interbrand ranking of AXA as world’s number one

    AXA maintains its status as the top insurance brand in the world for the third consecutive year. This after global consultancy firm Interbrand released its 2011 rankings for the best global brands. For 2011, AXA is ranked number one global insurance brand; 53rd best brand in the world across all categories; and fourth best French brand across all industries.

    “We are very happy about our Interbrand ranking. It affirms to us that we’re doing the right things for our customers throughout the world. We bring the same world-class quality of protection products and services here in the Philippines for our clients, their loved ones, and their financial security,” said AXA Philippines President & CEO, Rien Hermans.

    Interbrand is one of the largest brand consultancies in the world, specializing in brand analytics, brand strategy, brand valuation and other services. It ranked AXA number one in the world for the following reasons:

    1) AXA’s ability to “redefine its industry by focusing on customer insights”; 2) AXA’s consistent performance in being “available, attentive and reliable” towards its clients; and its success in offering clients “tangible proofs” of how it fulfills its promises; and 3) The strong commitment to the AXA brand by the company’s members at the senior and employee levels.

    A leading brand

    AXA Philippines is one of the largest life insurers in the Philippines and one of the fastest growing companies, registering higher than industry growth since its inception in 1999. 

    As of December 31, 2010, the Philippine Insurance Commission ranked AXA Philippines in third place overall, with P8.36 billion in total premium income. In terms of first-year premiums, AXA Philippines leads with P6.64 billion in income, making it the preferred provider of unit-linked (also called “investment-linked” or “variable”) life insurance, with more than 30 percent market share. AXA Philippines specializes in providing insurance, investment-linked products and other solutions that are customized to each policyholder’s needs.

    AXA Philippines’ investments are managed by the Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company (Metrobank), the premier universal bank and among the foremost financial institutions in the Philippines. This partnership makes AXA Philippines most effective in helping clients plan their life goals for income protection, education, retirement, critical illness protection, and estate planning.

    “All of us at AXA Philippines see the Interbrand ranking as a measure of our responsibility to our clients; it is also a measure of their trust in us. This responsibility and trust are very precious. We are even more inspired to listen to our clients, learn about their needs and provide customized solutions for them. We are committed to continuously earning their trust and giving customers what they need,” said Hermans.

    AXA is one of the world’s leaders in financial protection and wealth management. Originating from France, it serves a global clientele of 95 million customers in 61 countries, with 4.3 billion Euros in adjusted earnings as of 2010. For more information, please log on to http://www.axa.com/en/group/profile. For more information on its products and services, call +632.5815.292 / +632.3231.292 or email Customer.Service@axa.com.ph

    REFERENCE:

    Chris Cahilig/ Liza Vicente

    Judy Ann Teo
    Christopher Cahilig Consultancy Services
    Unit 2203 Cityland Shaw Tower,
    St. Francis Street cor. Shaw Blvd.,
    Mandaluyong City
    Cellphone: 09322453779
    Landline: (02)687-2649

  • Tomato launches new collection  for women

    Tomato launches new collection for women

    BE GROOVY AND DELICIOUS WITH 70s-inspired collection from Tomato–your store for fresh, chic, trendy and bold fashion statements. The new groove is all about fun and attitude–let all of that hang out when you wear Tomato’s hottest apparel and accessories from its Seventies Groove Collection for women.

    The 1970s were all about individuality, women empowerment and fun–with the right touch of daring mixed in. Tomato’s new, updated and upgraded 70s retro collections bring the same attitude and create the same groove for the 21st century fashionistas.

    The Seventies Groove Collection is tailor-fitted to the needs of modern women to step back from her hectic routine and express herself in a more natural, laid back fashion–but with colors, patterns and textures that express both individual taste and whimsy.

    Sheerific

    “Tomato offers trendy, chic apparel and accessories that are innovative, creative—but more importantly, they are always relevant to our market. The 70s-inspired collections can be mixed and matched to reflect each customer’s individual attitude and expression—creating a look that is truly his or her own,” says Managing Director Lennie Dionisio.

    One of the greatest strengths of Tomato is its wide and in-season selection that is always in store. The fashion brand makes sure that new items are added to its collection so that their shoppers could wear the latest trends.

    “More choices means more fun,” Store and Operation Manager Willard Centeno quips.

    Seventies Groove Collection

    Seventies Groove Collection is filled with crazy prints, free-flowing sheers, and comfy crochets to achieve the “disco look”. There are bright colored tops and bottoms in the collection as well that remind us of the strobe lights on the dance floor.

    Print on Print

    “The 70s was a pretty interesting decade. People loved going to the disco and it was the time when glam rock was born. Women today can channel the fun, energy, and eccentricity of the 70s with the items from our Seventies Groove Collection,” Marketing Manager Lennie Dionisio says.

    With the apparel from this retro-revival collection, women can try a number of styles that are very 70s yet modern: color blocking, print on print, playing with sheer tops and skirts as well as looking sultry with chiffon tops.

    Seventies Sultry

    Dionisio relates, “The key to achieving a great 70s style is to choose vintage-looking pieces, which you can get from our Seventies Groove Collection, and pair them with some modern touches. This will definitely produce a chic groovy look.”

    Color me Bright

    Check out Tomato’s newest collections in these branches: Glorietta Makati, SM San Lazaro, SM Manila, SM Mall of Asia, SM Sta. Mesa, SM Megamall, SM Fairview, SM North Edsa, Robinsons Metro East, Robinsons Place Ermita, TriNoma, Starmall, Marquee Mall, RCBC Plaza, La Fuerza, Market! Market!, SM Bacoor, SM Bicutan, and Southmall.

    REFERENCE:

    Contact Persons:
    Chris Cahilig/ Liza Vicente

    CHRIS CAHILIG CONSULTANCY

  • Walk with Tomato: Comfy, stylish  footwear for women

    Walk with Tomato: Comfy, stylish footwear for women

    TAKE A BREAK FROM WEARING HIGH HEELS while still looking chic and stylish? Then go for comfortable yet trendy flats by Tomato. Choose from a collection of fashionable, fun and casual footwear—perfect for adding a touch of leisurely yet eye-catching style to whatever look you choose for the day.

    “A nice pair of flats is a staple for any woman. It’s comfortable and can be worn with basically anything,” says Karen Espiritu, Tomato marketing manager.

    Tomato’s ballet flats, on the other hand, can be form-flattering when paired with skinny jeans, leggings and slim shorts—yet with a little creativity and panache, they can also go well with dresses and skirts. Ballet flats can be flirty and demure, depending on one’s mood for the day.

    “Ballet flats used to be for ballerinas only but now these shoes are fashion essentials for many girls. We have flirty, fantastic, and very feminine collection of ballet flats in our stores,” Espiritu relates.

    If you’re looking for a fun, sporty look, a pair of casual canvas skimmers from Tomato is for you.  These shoes are adorable with capris, shorts and short denim skirts.

    Tomato also has peep toe ballet flats that adds excitement to your casual outfit. “Tomato flats are definitely big steals. They are affordable and very versatile so you can use them everyday,” says Espiritu.

    REFERENCE:

    Contact Persons:
    Chris Cahilig/Liza Vicente

    CHRIS CAHILIG CONSULTANCY

    Judy Ann Teo
    Christopher Cahilig Consultancy Services
    Unit 2203 Cityland Shaw Tower,
    St. Francis Street cor. Shaw Blvd.,
    Mandaluyong City
    Cellphone: 09322453779
    Landline: (02)687-2649

  • CONVERSE Block Party celebrates Individuality, Independence and Relates the story of being an iconic shoe brand

    CONVERSE Block Party celebrates Individuality, Independence and Relates the story of being an iconic shoe brand

    MALL-GOERS ENJOYED AN ALL-DAY BASH at the Converse Block Party. The party, inspired by the Fourth of July block parties in the U.S. told the story of the iconic Converse shoe brand: the activities included street games, basketball-skateboard-and-dance exhibitions, graffiti art, spray-painting, musical performances and a raffle for fun and fabulous prizes.

    SAN SEBASTIAN COLLEGE, ARELLANO UNIVERSITY face-off in a friendly exhibition game that quickly got serious, much to the crowd’s excitement.
    DLSU and MAPUA displayed their hoop skills and displayed top-notch collegiate basketball.
    “STAR” PLAYERS — Actor Carlos Agassi and fellow celebrities provided a star-studded basketball game of intense half-court play.
    THE CELEBRITY HOOP STARS gave their all during their exhibition game and showed what it means to play hard while remaining good sports.

    “The Converse Block Party is a global activity. In fact, Singapore and Vietnam and Australia have already finished their block parties. The activities at our party were chosen as a way of telling the story of Converse. That’s why we have basketball, skating, music, dance and other street activities.

    “Converse is the very first shoe brand to be synonymous with basketball. Beginning way back in the 1930s, Converse was the first basketball shoe to land the basketball court and became the standard issue basketball shoes for professional, college and high school teams.

    KRUMPINOY are the pioneers of the Krump street dance style–and they owned the crowd during their performance.
    DJ SANYA SMITH got everyone moving to the beat.
    FACE PAINTING isn’t only for kids: This partygoer went for the Skeletor look.
    MASTER RAPPER GLOC-9 amazes the audience with his signature machine gun wordplay.

    “The Converse brand has evolved through the years. From basketball, it became a favorite of skaters. Then when young people adapted street fashion, Converse became a lifestyle brand. That’s why we are known for offering a variety of styles in many vibrant colors and hip designs. Converse comes out with more than 200 new designs every season,” says Kit Santos, Converse Philippines Marketing Manager.

    Sports and fashion icon

    Converse is a much-loved, long-established leader in casual street-wear. The shoe brand is more than a hundred years old. In the Philippines, it’s been around for about just as long. It’s already more than footwear: it’s already a cultural icon in the U.S. the Philippines and around the world.

    GRAFFITI ART comes alive with some street attitude during the Converse Block Party.
    KAT ALANO radiated beauty with coolness during the Converse Block Party.
    ROCK DEMIGOD Kian of Callalily.
    Q-YORK work it on the turntables.

    That’s why quite a number of participants in the Converse Block Party in MOA were wearing their own Converse shoes. They also checked out the new Converse Fall Collection, which is due for release in retail outlets starting July and through to October.

    Basketball, skateboarding

    It also happens that the Converse Block Party included activities that Filipinos from all walks of life enjoy. Every community in the Philippines has a basketball court, big or small. That’s why the block party included basketball exhibition games and shooting competitions, as well as other basketball-related contests that give away exciting prizes.

    Members of various college basketball teams arrived to give exhibition games. These included De LaSalle, San Sebastian and EAC. There was also a celebrity basketball game featuring Carlos Agassi and other stars.

    Besides basketball, skateboarding is also featured in the event. Skaters had the chance to do their own thing during the Open Skate session. They learned old and new skateboarding tricks during a Skate Clinic that was open to all who were interested.

    Hiphop and rock

    Beatbox Philippines, the countries premier beatbox group, showed off their amazing skills onstage. It was amazing to hear drumbeats, “scratch” sounds and other electronic, synthesized music produced from their mouths and throats.

    Then the Philippine All-Stars electrified the crowd with their cool dance moves that brought hip-hop and street dance to a whole new level. They even gave a hip-hop dance clinic to party participants.

    SKATERS had a great time flashing their moves during the Open Skate session.
    PHILIPPINE ALL-STARS are hands-down the best hip hop dance group around–and with two World Hip Hop Dance Championship victories, who will doubt it?
    CALLALILY ROCK THE HOUSE with their distinct OPM sound that blends Pinoy Rock with Pop.
    BEATBOX PHILIPPINES were show-stoppers, leaving the audience too awed for words–how could electronic beats and synthesized riffs come out from a human mouth? To hear is to believe.

    Throughout the event, visual artists created some cool graffiti and chalk art. There was also a 3D video viewing room, where partygoers watch a 3D presentation of Converse being used by famous skaters.

    Popular bands Gloc 9 with Pointblanc and Callalily played later in the evening, much to the delight of the crowd, and a perfect way to culminate the event.

    GIANT CHUCKS – These giant Chuck Taylors were a crowd favorite, with partygoers taking turns posing with them for photos.

    The Converse Block Party was the perfect send-off, the best hurrah for the summer to celebrate friendship, great memories, Life and Freedom—and more than a hundred years of Converse being a fashion icon and an integral part of Philippine culture.

    Jason Lowell Tomas
    +63917 527 19 30

    http://jasontomas.blogspot.com
    http://twitter.com/JasonJaseTomas
    BBM Pin: 21E95B2E

  • CARA Welfare Philippines re-launches website

    CARA Welfare Philippines re-launches website

    CARA Welfare Philippines was established in 2000 by a group of animal lovers determined to improve the lives of street animals here in the Philippines by the Spay/Neuter method to control the fast growing population. As we near our 12-year anniversary as a non-profit organization, CARA aims to help even more animals through our low cost Clinic in Malate as well as our Adoption, Education and Trap Neuter Return Programs.

    As part of our continued growth, we are re-launching our website in an effort to make CARA more visible in the mainstream media and society. Our new site will be easier to navigate, as well as more informative, visually appealing and intimate. In depth information about our programs and events as well as stories about our rescues, will be accompanied by photos and updates. Our newsletter will provide the latest news on our activities, events, health and medical tips as well as our featured animals up for adoption.

    We hope that our friends, followers, fans, sponsors and benefactors will enjoy the time and effort that we are putting into our new and improved site. We are extremely excited and proud to launch it, and hope that you will help CARA spread the word through posting on social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter as well as your personal blogs and community pages. We thank you for your continued support of our programs and animals. Please visit our website at http://caraphil.org/

    REFERENCE:

    Gail Villanueva

    www.kutitots.com
    Fleas be with you!