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Hidilyn Diaz and Jollibee support Filipino athletes to reach their dreams

Many know Hidilyn Diaz as the first Filipino Olympic gold medal winner, but few know how hard the road was for this champion weightlifter before she reached her dream.

Having started weightlifting at age eleven, Hidilyn took years of practice, hard work, and grit to overcome the challenges that came her way. She even had to create makeshift weights using concrete and mag wheels when she was just starting out. After four Olympic stints in a span of 12 years, including a DNF (Did Not Finish) in the London edition of the Games, she finally had her golden moment at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. But even then, the road wasn’t easy—due to the pandemic, she had to train in Malaysia away from her family and she once again had to use makeshift weights in an outdoor gym.

Elreen Ando (Weightlifting)

Just like Hidilyn, many Filipino athletes also dream of their moment atop the podium. It is indeed a daunting task, with only a few given a chance to even qualify in the Olympic games. This is why Hidilyn, with the help of Jollibee, aims to pay it forward and help shape the next generation of Filipino champions.

“Bawat panalo, nagsisimula sa pangarap. At ang pangarap ko, maiangat ang mga kabataang atletang Pinoy,” Hidilyn said. “At natutuwa ako na sa tulong ng Jollibee, kahit papaano ay mabibigyan ko sila ng kahit konting pag-asa na makamit nila ang pangarap nila,” she added.

Jollibee, as a proudly Pinoy brand, will be donating a part of the proceeds from every purchase of the Champ & Joy Super Meal to the Philippine Olympic Committee Athletes’ Commission.

“Jollibee has always believed in the heart and strength of Filipinos and that we can shine even at a global stage. Together with Hidilyn, we want to help nurture and support more Filipino athletes so they too can reach their dreams and continue bringing pride and inspiration to the country,” said Arline Adeva, Assistant Vice President and Head of Brand PR, Engagement, and Digital Marketing.

Rogen Landon (Boxing)

Hidilyn also plans to donate weightlifting equipment for the grassroots program of the Philippine Sports Commission and the Samahang Weightlifting ng Pilipinas.

“Para mas ma-increase yung awareness about weightlifting at sana, ma-realize ng mga bata na posible na ma-achieve nila ang dream nila sa Philippines by starting out sa weightlifting,” she said before adding that she also plans to train athletes herself.

“Hindi naman ako forever na atleta. So kailangan na may kasunod na may ma-train ako na maging championnext to me. Kasi it’s not all about me, ang gusto ko, hindi lang ako ang champ, kundi lahat tayo,” Hidilyn said.

Julian Macaraeg (Short Track Speed Skating)

Rogen Landon (Boxing), Julian Macaraeg (Short Track Speed Skating), and Elreen Ando (Weightlifting) are just some of the Filipino athletes who hope to bring pride to the country in their respective sports, with the support of the Philippine Olympic Committee Athletes’ Commission.

You can also do your part in supporting aspiring Filipino athletes with the Champ & Joy Super Meal. This delicious and filling combo includes a Champ burger, 1-pc. Chickenjoy with rice, and a free Go Large Coke drink. As an added treat, customers will also get a special paper packaging featuring Hidilyn herself and a limited edition Hidilyn Diaz collectible card with every order of the Champ & Joy Super Meal. The meal is available for only PHP 240.00 in select Jollibee stores nationwide until November 30, 2021.

Have it safely delivered to you via the Jollibee App, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, and foodpanda! You may also enjoy it via Dine-in, Drive-Thru, and Take Out.

Hidilyn Diaz aims to nurture the next generation of Filipino champions through Jollibee’s Champ & Joy Super Meal where a portion of the proceeds from every purchase will be given to the Philippine Olympic Committee Athletes’ Commission.

For more info and updates on Jollibee products, like Jollibee on Facebook, subscribe to Jollibee Philippines on YouTube, and follow @jollibee on Twitter and Instagram.

RERENCE:

John Paulo Ondra Caparros

Public Relations Department – SBU BLAZE

Strategic works, Inc.

+639173068591

john.caparros@stratworks.ph

2nd Floor Zaragoza Building, 102 Gamboa Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City PH

November 15, 2021
Investing in Gold Made Easy

Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry and its premium line together with Just Jewels offer discounted jewelry for nationwide Gold Rush Sale

Gold enthusiasts and budding collectors will get the chance to purchase jewelry items at more affordable prices this November 15 to 20 as Cebuana Lhuillier, together with Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry Premium, and Just Jewels, stages this year’s Gold Rush Sale.

Get five percent off on all items from Cebuana Lhuillier branches and up to 30% off on its premium line and Just Jewels, as well as on eCommerce platforms like Lazada, Zalora, and Shoppee. The sale includes jewelries offered in all of Cebuana Lhuillier’s 2,600 branches, as well as in selected Just Jewels and Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry Premium outlets located in SM and Ayala Malls nationwide. You can also buy online through Cebuana FB Live Selling and cebuanalhuillierjewelry.com.

The upcoming sale is a good opportunity to start building a solid jewelry investment. With the easing of quarantine restrictions and with impeding bonuses coming this Holiday season, customers are expected to splurge on buying presents for their selves and their loved ones. While others will gravitate towards purchasing luxury items, the best kind of investment is one that does not depreciate in value, like gold jewelry.

“There is always a misconception that investing in jewelry is expensive and reserved only for the privileged. The truth is that there are many ways to build a collection—coming from trusted sources like jewelry shops, pawnshops, and with the advent of digital selling, even in online stores; and with a range of prices depending on your budget. Truth is, there is no better time to start investing in jewelry than today,” shares Cebuana Lhuillier president and CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier.

He adds, “Through the years, the value of gold was always on an upward trend. While it’s trendy to go for the latest gadgets or high-end phones every year; it’s better to invest in jewelry which will serve its owners well especially during times of need.”

Over the years, gold was able to maintain its value in the market. Unlike other investments that are susceptible to inflation, gold and other precious metals perform well even when the economy is bad.

From November 15 to 20, 2021, Cebuana Lhuillier, together with Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry Premium, and Just Jewels, holds the 2021 Gold Rush Sale. Buyers can get 5% off on all items from Cebuana Lhuillier branches and up to 30% off on its premium line and Just Jewels, as well as on Lazada, Zalora, and Shoppee. The year’s biggest jewelry sale includes jewelries offered in all of Cebuana Lhuillier’s 2,600 branches, as well as in selected Just Jewels and Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry Premium outlets located in SM and Ayala Malls nationwide. Buyers can likewise participate online through the Cebuana FB Live Selling event or through www.cebuanalhuillierjewelry.com/.

To know more about the latest offers or to know where to get the best deals for the Black Friday Sale, go to the Cebuana Lhuillier, Just Jewels or Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry Premium Facebook pages.

REFERENCES:

Alex Pastor

Associate PR Director

STRATEGIC WORKS, INC.

2F Zaragoza Bldg., 102 Gamboa St.

Legaspi Village, Makati City 1229 Philippines

M +63 920 968 0241

T +63 2 839 7472-73 loc. 118

www.stratworks.ph

November 13, 2021
Shopee excites shoppers and uplifts businesses with new record of over 2 billion items sold across 11.11 Big Christmas Sale
Local sellers saw a massive boost, with orders surging 18 times for those taking part in the sale for the first time.

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, sets two new records at the year’s largest shopping festival, 11.11 Big Christmas Sale. With a huge array of irresistible deals, shoppers across the region bought over 2 billion items across the festival period, smashing its previous record in 2020. Excitement peaked on November 11, with visits spiking 5.5 times in the first two hours compared to an average day.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said,“It brings us great joy to see the impact of our 11.11 Big Christmas Sale on shoppers, businesses, and our local communities. The digital economy continues to present many opportunities for growth, and we want to enable more people to benefit from this growth by increasing e-commerce adoption and helping more consumers and businesses go online. At the same time, we are humbled that we can use our platform to give back to the wider community and support those in need. We look forward to creating more impact for our users in the months ahead.”

Helping more shoppers access, benefit from the digital economy

11.11 Big Christmas Sale encouraged more people to access and enjoy the benefits of online shopping, particularly those outside major cities where digital awareness has been relatively lower. This resulted in an 5-time increase^[1] in the number of shoppers from rural and smaller towns, who were able to enjoy the convenience of accessing a wider variety of products on Shopee.

Beyond convenience, the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale also brought shoppers and businesses closer together. More than 3.5 billion messages were sent on the in-app Shopee Chat on November 11, as shoppers were able to interact live with sellers and get more information prior to making their purchases.

As a secure and seamless mobile wallet, ShopeePay continued to accelerate adoption of digital payments at the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale. Across the region, more shoppers used ShopeePay to pay for their Shopee orders seamlessly, especially outside big cities where ShopeePay transactions grew 9 times from an average day.

Creating a record boost for businesses of all sizes

For businesses in the region, the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale was a springboard for growth and recovery. Local sellers benefited from the spike in shopping activity, as those joining 11.11 for the first time saw their orders surge 18 times compared to an average day.

Additionally, Shopee Mall continued to attract many shoppers who were drawn to the attractive discounts and exclusive deals from their favorite brands.

11.11 Big Christmas Sale highlights in the Philippines
- More shoppers from outside the metro: South Luzon saw the most orders in the whole country, followed by Metro Manila.
- Shoppers buy everything on Shopee: Filipinos were eagerly anticipating the unbeatable deals at the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale to meet all their needs, from branded items to daily household essentials. A user in Quezon City spent over ₱466,000 in a single order, buying motorcycle parts, electric tools, game consoles, smartphones, and tablets.
- Shopee remains the preferred one-stop shop for home decor, essentials, and more: Shopee continues to provide a wide assortment of products at the best prices. At the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale, more Filipinos bought Home & Living, Health & Personal Care, and Women’s Apparel products. Filipinos have consistently prioritized health essentials and home decor during Shopee’s past sales, and the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale was no different as shoppers stocked up on face masks with over 3 million items sold, and took the time to spruce up their home for the holidays with over 800,000 wallpapers sold.
  - Shoppers take advantage of deals from their favorite brands on Shopee Mall: Filipino favorites such as Uni-Care, Unilever Beauty, Xiaomi, NIVEA, and INSPI received the most orders from shoppers during the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale.
- Shoppers found endless fun and joy throughout 11.11 Big Christmas Sale: Live streaming continued to be a core part of the online shopping experience. 5 million hours of live streams were watched on Shopee Live, as users connected with sellers and caught NCT 127 and other top stars live on Shopee. Over 270 million plays were recorded on Shopee Prizes in the Philippines, as users enjoyed more fun and rewards at 11.11.
- ShopeePay brings more rewards to users, serves more payment needs: This 11.11, more shoppers used ShopeePay for greater convenience, security, and value.
- Seamless payments both online and offline with ‘Deals near Me’: Through ‘Deals near Me,’ Shopee’s location-based feature, shoppers discovered the best deals offered by merchants nearby and showed their support with over 1.2 million offline payment vouchers claimed.
- Meeting all payment needs with ShopeePay: ShopeePay has also become more deeply integrated with users’ lifestyles by serving multiple payment needs, including bills and tax payments. During 11.11, almost 100,000 users used ShopeePay to make their utility bill payments, benefitting from rewards in the form of cashbacks.
Shop from the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale: https://shopee.ph/m/christmas-sale

Download Shopee for free on the App Store or Google Play Store.

^[1] Compared to an average day

REFERENCE:

Hannah Tejuco
Shopee | Marketing | Public Relations

Mobile +63 917 808 4894

Viber +63 917 705 4447

Address 15F Asian Century Center, 27th St. corner 3rd and 4th Ave., BGC, Taguig, PH 1634
November 12, 2021
Shopee Provides MSMEs with All-Around Marketing Support to Grow their Online Business

Shopee assists MSMEs in their e-commerce journey from on onboarding and trainings to enhanced marketing tools and strategies.

As society becomes more digitalized, e-commerce plays a significant role in helping groom and grow entrepreneurs who can meet the needs of consumers. More people in the region are coming online, and this number is expected to reach around 380 million by 2026^[1]. In order to help brands and MSMEs establish and strengthen their online presence, Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, focuses on developing a strong support ecosystem that makes it simple for them to launch and grow their online business.

This includes enhanced marketing tools, knowledge sharing and upskilling, as well as sustained guidance from Shopee, to help business owners tap into various markets, increase their monthly average sales, and achieve notable e-commerce growth as a whole.

Shopee Seller Education

Shopee provides the necessary support and seminars to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the e-commerce knowledge they need to succeed. Just this year, Shopee launched its first Shopee University Summit where industry leaders, successful online sellers, and top brands shared their expertise to help sellers understand the basics of e-commerce and how they can maximize the potential of e-commerce and succeed in growing their business online. The second summit also proved to be a success with 35,000 online viewers. During the summit, participants learned about developing the correct business branding, product photography skills, and leveraging Shopee tools and social media platforms to promote their businesses.

Shopee sellers can also access Shopee’s Seller Education Hub (https://seller.shopee.ph/edu/home) where they can take helpful e-commerce courses, participate in informative webinars, and read articles about shop management, product listings, operation improvements, and other business matters.

All-Around Support from Relationship Managers

In addition to marketing tools readily available for use within the app, Shopee also provides MSMEs with constant guidance on how they can improve and grow their business through highly-trained relationship managers (RMs). To fully support a seller’s growth, RMs push for excellent service and tend to the seller’s inquiries, and sometimes going out of their way to cater to the seller’s e-commerce needs.

Kriszel of M A R E Clothing said that their relationship manager helped them greatly, even encouraging them to join big campaigns to grow their business more. “Our relationship manager was very helpful all throughout our Shopee journey. During big campaigns, we were given ample exposure on in-app features like Shopee Feed. Last 10.10, we earned more than 2,000 followers thanks to Shopee’s feature Feed Freebies. We are very grateful for the guidance we received and it is a big factor in our shop’s success.”

Campaigns that Meet Consumer Demand

In addition, Shopee also supports its sellers through big campaigns as local MSMEs stand to benefit from the increased traffic to supercharge their business growth and scale their online presence. Throughout the region, sellers who participated at the recent 9.9 Super Shopping Day recorded 8X more orders compared to an average day, and this coming 11.11 – 12.12 Big Christmas Sale, Shopee continues to provide sellers with marketing tools to further drive sales. The 11.11 – 12.12 Big Christmas Sale is happening until December 12, 2021, and serves as an opportunity for sellers to provide consumers with promos that include ₱1 deals, free shipping with no minimum spend, and 10% off daily vouchers.

Digital Payment Options with ShopeePay

As digital payments become more integrated into the daily lives of consumers, ShopeePay serves as a multi-functional tool for all their payment needs while providing rewards and safe transactions. Through Shopee’s year-end campaigns like the 11.11-12.12 Big Christmas Sale, ShopeePay will continue to drive greater adoption of digital payments amongst shoppers and merchants, bringing ShopeePay users greater convenience and value while helping businesses access more opportunities in the digital economy.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “To grow in e-commerce, brands and businesses need to be committed to their journey and here at Shopee, we ensure that we are here to guide and support them all throughout. This is why we designed our ecosystem to be end to end: onboarding, training, and scaling their business to meet the demands of their customers. The needs of our stakeholders are ever-changing, and this is why we need to keep evolving.”

For more information about Shopee 11.11-12.12 Big Christmas Sale, visit https://shopee.ph/m/christmas-sale.

^[1] The Home For Digital Transformation

REFERENCE:

Pao Oga

Shopee | Marketing | Public Relations (Media Relations)

Mobile: +63 917 650 1835 (Viber/Whatsapp)

Address: 15F Asian Century Center (ACC) Building, 27th St. Corner 3rd Ave. BGC, Taguig 1634

November 11, 2021
Shopee Launches an Exciting 11.11 Big Christmas Sale TV Special with Over ₱12,000,000 Worth of Prizes and K-Pop Boy Band NCT127
Get into a festive mood with ₱1 Deals, free shipping with no minimum spend, and 10% off daily at the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale.

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, invites Filipinos to tune in to the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale TV Special this November 11, 9:30-11:30 PM on GMA-7 and Shopee Live for a night full of amazing prizes and the best entertainment. Viewers have plenty to look forward to during the show, such as over ₱12,000,000 worth of giveaways including a brand-new car and two houses & lots, and exhilarating performances from K-Pop superstars NCT 127. Meanwhile, shoppers can beat the holiday rush and enjoy big savings with promotions such as ₱1 Deals, free shipping with no minimum spend, and 10% off daily at the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale, Shopee’s biggest sale of the year.

Here are the highlights of the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale TV Special:

Prizes worth over ₱12,000,000 with in-app Shopee games
- During four Shopee Shake sessions, one player gets ₱300,000 and a brand-new MG 5 subcompact sedan from Morris Garages, two players each get ₱300,000 and a brand-new house & lot from BellaVita, and several players get to share a ₱1,000,000 coin pool.
- Users can also activate and verify their ShopeePay accounts to join Pera Pamigay for a chance to win ₱100 worth of free ShopeePay credits.
- Two Shopee Milyonaryo players each get to take home ₱1,000,000.
Performances and appearances by the hottest local and international celebrities

Aside from performances from K-Pop boyband NCT127, viewers can also enjoy appearances from local celebrities Carla Abellana, Jessy Mendiola, Max Collins, Juancho Trivino, Rocco Nacino, Klea Pineda, Andre Paras, and Gil Cuerva, who will host the show alongside Shopee brand ambassador Willie Revillame. Talented artists such as Aira Bermudez, Ashley Rivera, Athena Madrid, Faye Lorenzo, Analyn Barro, Ashley Ortega, and Sef Cadayona will also wow audiences with high-energy performances.

Flash deals from leading brands

Shoppers should also stay tuned as the TV show hosts will announce exclusive deals and discounts available for a limited time only from personal care, infant care, tech, and food brands such as Unilever, Mikana, Kleenfant, Colgate-Palmolive, Bonchon, Mcdonald’s, Goldilocks, Huawei, Enfagrow, Lactum, Abbott, Potato Corner, Gong Cha, Candy Corner, and Tiger Sugar.

Shopee 11.11 Big Christmas Sale

The 11.11 Big Christmas Sale, which ushers in the year’s busiest shopping season, gives Filipinos plenty of reasons to celebrate with ₱1 Deals, free shipping with no minimum spend, and 10% off daily.

Users can also enjoy first dibs on exclusive 11.11 Big Christmas Sale deals across different categories with Shopee’s Add to Cart: https://shopee.ph/m/add-to-cart. They can discover top deals, add the items to their shopping carts before the sale, and immediately check them out on November 11 at the discounted price.

More deals with ShopeePay

To enjoy more deals this 11.11 Big Christmas Sale, shoppers can go cashless with ShopeePay, Shopee’s all-in-one e-wallet, where they can Buy Load, Pay Bills, and Scan to Pay at thousands of partner merchants nationwide. On November 11, users can get more savings when they check out their Christmas purchases with ShopeePay promotions such as free shipping with no minimum spend, 30% cashback, and 10% off vouchers.

This 11.11 Big Christmas Sale, users can get up to 50% off on mobile load for all networks and up to 50% cashback on bills when they pay via ShopeePay. Additionally, users can get ₱100 off from participating billers such as Meralco, Maynilad, Globe, Metrobank, and more. Whether it be essentials or food items, users can also purchase exclusive ShopeePay ₱1 Deals on the Shopee app and redeem discounts when they pay with ShopeePay at BonChon, Puregold, Potato Corner, Goldilocks, Tiger Sugar, and more.

To avail of these exciting deals, users should activate and cash in their ShopeePay wallet. They can also enjoy free and instant cash-ins when they cash from their bank apps via InstaPay. Until November 21, users can get up to ₱25 cashback on their InstaPay fee.

For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/m/christmas-sale.

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

REFERENCE:

Hannah Tejuco
Shopee | Marketing | Public Relations

Mobile +63 917 808 4894

Viber +63 917 705 4447

Address 15F Asian Century Center, 27th St. corner 3rd and 4th Ave., BGC, Taguig, PH 1634
November 10, 2021
PH’s 1st Stevia grower-manufacturer launches No Sugar iced tea mixes

GIDC, The Stevia Company, and maker of Glorious products, is bringing no sugar iced tea mixes in major supermarkets and groceries! Consumers who cuts on sugar in their diet can now enjoy low calorie, no sugar iced tea mixes that are sweetened by natural alternatives.

Glorious Blend Lemon Iced Tea, Red Tea and Cucumber Lemonade that are sweetened iced tea mixes without sugar are especially produced for people who are cutting and avoiding food and drinks with too much sugar.

Glorious Blend iced tea mixes are naturally sweetened with stevia. The mixes are made from premium ingredients that include mixed berries, real black tea leaves, lemon, and real cucumber. It is low in calorie and loaded with vitamin C.

“Stevia has been regarded as a safe and healthy sugar substitute. It can sweeten foods, and it has several health benefits, including decreased calorie intake, lower blood sugar levels, and less risk of cavities,” said Maura De Leon, the woman behind GIDC, the country’s first FDA registered stevia grower and manufacturer.

Before, stevia was restricted to the health food market without any FDA approval. However, it is now widely used as a natural substitute for artificial sweeteners in many products.

While it has zero calories, stevia is 200 times sweeter than refined sugar and does not affect blood sugar. It is a popular option for people looking to lose weight but who want to reduce their sugar intake.

Stevia is an herb that has been grown in tropical climates for centuries. It is a small bushy plant that belongs to the sunflower family and grows in Paraguay and Brazil, but it can be quickly grown elsewhere. For centuries, the people of Paraguay add them to their foods as sweeteners, and countries like Korea, Brazil, China, Japan, and South America, have long used stevia.

Stevia is now being widely used as a natural sweetener in various food preparations.

People who have diabetes can benefit from stevia. Choosing pure stevia extract can help maintain normal blood sugar levels and should be used in moderation. Stevia can also help cut down added sugar consumption, which can be beneficial for children. High sugar intake in children could lead to heart disease due to reconstructing triglyceride and cholesterol levels, contributing to children’s weight gain. Substituting added sugar for stevia can minimize these risks. At the same time, moderate consumption of foods with stevia and other sweeteners can prevent adverse side effects and promote overall health.

Stevia products such as iced tea mixes, healthy coffees and chocolate beverages manufactured by Glorious, are approved safe by the Food and Drug Association (FDA) for pregnant women or people who have diabetes.

Incidentally, all Glorious Blend beverages — from the 3in1 coffee, 4in1 Malunggay mix, 5in1 Brown Rice Coffee, 7-in-1 Mangosteen-Malunggay Coffee, 7in1Native Cacao Choco and Maxitrim with L-Carnitine, use Stevia which has no calories, no carbohydrates, and zero glycemic index. All of their instant drinks will keep you alert and energized throughout the day.

For more information about Glorious products, log on to www.gidc.com.

REFERENCE:

Ms. Lariza Garcia

November 8, 2021
ShopeePay Brings Users an Exciting Line-up of Rewards and Deals at Shopee’s Biggest Festival of the Year, 11.11 Big Christmas Sale
ShopeePay users can look forward to the most rewarding deals at the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale: up to 50% cashback on bills, 50% off on load, and exclusive ₱1 Deals.

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, kicks the year-end season into full gear with the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale, the most anticipated shopping festival in the region. Shoppers can expect an exciting line-up of the biggest deals, promotions, and vouchers from their favorite brands and sellers on Shopee. Shoppers can also look forward to greater savings and rewards when they use ShopeePay for their purchases.

As consumers and businesses continue to become more digital-first, ShopeePay strives to support this move, in line with local government objectives. In Southeast Asia, digital payment adoption rates in 2020 reached levels originally estimated for 2025 – indicating that the region achieved five years’ worth of adoption in a single year^[1]. Today, consumers continue to readily embrace digital payments for greater convenience, security, and value. According to an online survey Shopee conducted with Kantar, consumers across the region use e-wallets about 2 to 6 times a week. In the Philippines, over 70% of users use e-wallets for all their online shopping needs^[2].

Through Shopee’s year-end campaigns, ShopeePay will continue to drive greater adoption of digital payments amongst shoppers and merchants, bringing ShopeePay users greater convenience and value while helping businesses access more opportunities in the digital economy. At our recent 9.9 Super Shopping Day, Shopee saw a 5.5X uplift in orders paid via ShopeePay as compared to a regular day. More offline merchants are also going cashless, with a 57X uplift in the number of offline merchants in the Philippines at the 9.9 Super Shopping Day compared to this year’s 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale.

Ruoshan Tao, Head of ShopeePay Online, Philippines, said, “As the region’s e-commerce market grows steadily, user adoption of digital payment methods continues to accelerate. We are committed to providing our users with easy access to digital payment services such as ShopeePay, through an integrated and secure ecosystem. At the same time, we hope to continue supporting more businesses, connecting them to new customers, and empowering them to further grow and scale on our platform. The year-end shopping season is an exciting time and we look forward to working closely with all our partner merchants to provide greater value to shoppers.”

This 11.11 Big Christmas Sale, ShopeePay users can enjoy a rewarding experience when they shop, buy load and pay bills from the comfort of their homes. Users can also use ShopeePay QR to pay at partner merchants.

1. Shop more, save more with ShopeePay

ShopeePay users can look forward to a highly rewarding and integrated payment experience through unbeatable deals, and exclusive promotions both online and offline.

To get more savings on November 11, users can checkout with ShopeePay to enjoy all-day Free Shipping with 0 min spend and 30% cashback.

2. Serving more payment needs with ShopeePay

As digital payments become more integrated into the daily lives of consumers, ShopeePay serves as a multi-functional tool for all their payment needs while providing great rewards and seamless transactions.

ShopeePay makes it easier for users to stay connected with their loved ones with up to 50% off on load and data from all networks at 11.11 Big Christmas Sale. Additionally, ShopeePay enables cashless and secure bill payments, while rewarding users with up to 50% bills cashback from over 60 partner billers. Users can pay their monthly bills for the following through ShopeePay:
- Utility Bills for electricity and water including Meralco, Maynilad, Prime Water
- Landline & Internet Bills for PLDT, Globe, Smart, Converge, and Bayantel
- Credit Card Bills for BPI, Metrobank, and RCBC
- Loan Bills for Dragon Loans, Cashalo, Sky Pay, and Home Credit
- Insurance Bills for Manulife, Sun Life, Pru Life UK, and Cocolife
- TV Cable Bills for Cignal and Sky Cable
Additionally, users can also get ₱100 off vouchers for key billers such as Meralco, Maynilad, Globe, and more.

3. Convenience wherever shoppers go

With Deals Near Me, Shopee’s location-based, online-to-offline feature, shoppers can discover great deals offered by merchants in their area and show their support for the sellers and brands they love.

Users can enjoy exclusive ShopeePay ₱1 Deals from crowd-favorites such as BonChon, Puregold, Potato Corner, Goldilocks, Tiger Sugar, National Bookstore, and Tapa King at the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale. They can purchase these via ‘Deals Near Me’ on the Shopee app and redeem their discounts when they pay via ShopeePay in stores. New brands such as Fruitas, Siomai House, Candy Corner, and Wendy’s also join ShopeePay’s growing lineup of partner merchants.

ShopeePay also enables users to fully embrace the convenience of digital payments by making cashless QR transactions available for in-store purchases at ShopeePay partner merchants.

To get these exclusive promos and more, make sure to activate and cash in your ShopeePay wallet in time for the 11.11 Big Christmas Sale! You can cash in through online banking, debit card, and our over-the-counter partners; and even enjoy free and instant cash-ins via InstaPay! Get up to ₱25 off on your InstaPay fee until Nov 21, 2021. Cash in now so you can Buy Load, Pay Bills, and Scan to Pay with ShopeePay!

For more information about Shopee 11.11 Big Christmas Sale, visit https://shopee.ph/m/christmas-sale.

Download Shopee for free on App Store or Google Play Store.

^[1] Google, Temasek and Bain, e-Conomy SEA 2020

^[2] Research powered by the Kantar Profiles Network

REFERENCE:

Pao Oga

Shopee | Marketing | Public Relations (Media Relations)

Mobile: +63 917 650 1835 (Viber/Whatsapp)

Address: 15F Asian Century Center (ACC) Building, 27th St. Corner 3rd Ave. BGC, Taguig 1634
November 8, 2021
Sore throat, now the #2 major symptom of COVID-19
Sore throat is one of the major symptoms experienced by people with Covid-19. Strepsils lozenges provide symptomatic relief of sore throat: they provide 2-in-1 defense by killing viruses and germs in as fast as 60 seconds, and provide deep down relief unlike gargles.

With the continued spread of COVID-19 that has sickened more than two million Filipinos, many fear that their dry coughs and sore throats may be a symptom of the dreaded disease. And it is a cause for concern as these two are some of the most common symptoms of COVID-19, according to the World Health Organization.

While there are no cures for COVID-19 currently, it is important to address symptoms as they come in order to recover faster. For sore throat, that means taking Strepsils lozenges at the first signs of throat discomfort.

Lozenges offer considerable advantage over a gargle

Results of a clinical study* suggested that among sore throat product formats, “lozenges offer considerable advantages over a gargle,” noting that lozenges offer faster, effective and longer relief for throat pain.

The same study found that lozenges were more advantageous than gargles and the benefits were seen in terms of proportion of medicine delivered to and cleared from the mouth and throat combined.

Lozenges offer faster, effective, and longer relief for throat pain vs gargles

Unlike gargles which are expelled from the mouth, lozenges were kept in the mouth longer, providing a steadier supply of medicine to the throat. This results in greater activity in both the mouth and the throat for up to 20 minutes even after the lozenge is completely dissolved. Thus, the study conducted that lozenges provide fast, effective, and prolonged delivery of active ingredients beneficial for sore throat relief.

2-in-1 defense against symptoms of sore throat

Sore throats are a common symptom experienced by people with COVID-19. Strepsils, the tried-and-tested lozenge brand for almost 50 years, has been indicated for the symptomatic relief of sore throat including those caused by COVID-19. It provides 2-in-1 defense by killing viruses and germs in as fast as 60 seconds and provides deep down long-lasting relief that last two hours, unlike gargles.

Get 2-in-1 defense at the first signs of sore throat with Strepsils

So if you’re looking for immediate and longer relief for sore throat pain, take Strepsils to get symptomatic relief to help you feel better from the sore throat. Always follow the health protocols including wearing face masks, face shields, social distancing and hand washing, to prevent the spread of COVID-19. If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional.

Strepsils offer a wide range of products for different sore throat needs
- For mild sore and itchy throat – Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol + Amylmetacresol (Strepsils® Cool Sensation) Also available in other flavors Honey & Lemon, Orange, Sugar-Free, Extra Strong.
- For moderate pain and irritated throat – Hexylresorcinol (Strepsils® Max)
- For severe, inflamed sore throat – Flurbiprofen (Strepsils® MaxPro)
Strepsils is available in all leading drugstores nationwide, Lazada and Shopee. For more information, visit Strepsils Philippines Official Website.

Source:

Limb M, et al. Int J Clin Pract 2009;63:606-12

REFERENCE:

John Paulo Ondra Caparros

Public Relations Department – SBU BLAZE

Strategic works, Inc.

+639173068591

john.caparros@stratworks.ph

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November 8, 2021