Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) has partnered with software and IT solutions provider, Multisys Technologies Corporation, to power the country’s first financial inclusion accelerator virtual bank, DiskarTech. PLDT invested P2.15 billion in Multisys for a 45.73% interest last year.
Through DiskarTech: Kasosyo sa Asenso, RCBC will soon bring banking services and products closer to unbanked Filipinos and grassroots communities. This is in line with the commercial bank’s efforts to further promote financial inclusion in the country.
With Multisys, DiskarTech will become an all-in-one app where users can easily make payments to more than 20 government services and over 2,000 billers, transfer funds via InstaPay, and avail of social services. It will also enable banking consumers to take out loans, buy airtime load and gaming ePINS, as well as apply for insurance and cash in and cash out via respective agent partners.
“We are confident that with our collaboration with Multisys, we would be able to bring inclusive digital banking services to more Filipinos and uplift their lives,” said Lito Villanueva, RCBC Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation and Inclusion Officer.
RCBC EVP and Chief Innovation and Inclusion Officer Lito Villanueva (right) and Multisys President and CEO David Almirol, Jr., seal a partnership that will make the DiskarTech: Kasosyo sa Asenso into an all-in-one app to bring banking products and services closer to unbanked Filipinos. Looking on are PLDT Chairman and CEO Manny Pangilinan, RCBC Chairperson Helen Yuchengco-Dee and RCBC President and CEO Eugene Acevedo.
“This is a strategic engagement as it covers the most extensive features and services that RCBC developed and championed, truly the first and the best in the industry,” said David Almirol, Jr. Multisys President and CEO.
RCBC has been building a robust digital ecosystem with over 30 partnerships and collaboration across government agencies and private organizations to push DiskarTech in local communities.
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Abbey Malvar
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Users can look forward to all-day sitewide free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend for the Shopee 12.12 Big Christmas Sale on Dec 12 .
Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, invites everyone to catch its 12.12 Grand Christmas Show starring Jose Mari Chan on December 12. Viewers can tune in to the 15-hour stream on Shopee Live starting at 9AM for a chance to win over ₱1 million worth of giveaways including an iPhone 11, JBL Bar 2.1, Xiaomi Electric Scooter, and more.
Ruoshan Tao, Head of Marketing, Shopee Philippines, said, “As Christmas draws closer, we are excited to enhance the Shopee Live experience to engage and entertain our Flipino users. Shoppers can look forward to another fun and interactive show where they can win Shopee coins, vouchers, and product giveaways. We invite everyone to make the most of our deals and promotions as we close 2019 with our final sale of the year.”
Consumers can look forward to special appearance by Shopee brand ambassador, Jose Mari Chan at the 12.12 Grand Christmas Show. Viewers will be treated to a live performance by Jose Mari Chan in real-time as he performs his iconic Christmas songs. He will also be unboxing a special Shopee Balikbayan Box with over ₱100,000 worth of products. One lucky viewer will stand a chance to win the entire box of giveaways.
Key highlights of Shopee 12.12 Big Christmas Sale on December 12
On December 12, Shopee 12.12 Big Christmas Sale promises a full day of exciting promotions. Key highlights include:
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Shopee Shake: There will be 8 sessions of Shopee Shake with exciting prizes including an iPhone 11, McDonald’s Shake Shake Fries, and Shopee coins from a pool of 2 million.
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Up to 90% off from leading brands and more: Pampers, Pantene, Safeguard, Olay, Enfagrow, Unilever, Maybelline, Nestle, INSPI, and more will be giving exclusive discounts up to 90% off. Electronic brands including Vivo, Tigernu, Globe, and Huawei, as well as lifestyle brands like SM Store and Bosch will also be offering special discounts to Shopee users.
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Gone are the days when styles were black and white—when choosing a style equated to a long-term commitment to live and breathe that chosen lifestyle. Today, finding one’s style is a constant flux. Monday could be business-fashionday, Tuesday can be chill-joggers-shirt day, while Wednesday could be a throwback-90s-style day. However you decide to go about with your style, you need a phone that can match any get-up in your state of “style exploration”.
With its sleek and unique design, the Vivo S1 Pro is the perfect phone for you to define your style. Its bold and lavish Knight Black and Fancy White colorways matches any “OOTD” you wear wherever you choose to wear it.
As smooth as your “getup”, ease-of-access has never been easier with the S1 Pro’s 8GB RAM and in-display fingerprint scanner. The phone, conceived by leading global technology company Vivo, also showcases a 6.38-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display perfect for viewing photos or watching your favorite flick.
Finally, to help capture memories and aid you in cementing your style, the S1 Pro boasts of state-of-the-art front and back cameras. Its unparalleled front-cam enclosed in a water-drop style notch captures ultra-clear photos with its 32 mega-pixel camera. On the other side, the very stylish and one-of-a-kind diamond-shaped rear camera of the Vivo S1 Pro consists of a 48MP main, 8MP secondary, 2MPwide-angle, and 2MP macro camera—a camera quartet unmatched in the mobile phone market.
Retailing for P15,999, the smartphone can be pre-ordered online and in-store from November 21 to 29. It will be available at all authorized Vivo outlets nationwide starting November 30.
About Vivo
Vivo is a leading global technology company that is committed to creating trendsetting smart mobile innovations and services. Devoted to forming a vibrant mobile internet ecosystem, Vivo currently owns and operates an extensive network of research operations, with R&D centers focusing on the development of cutting-edge consumer technologies, including 5G, AI, mobile photography, and next-generation smartphone design.
Currently, Vivo has over two hundred million users enjoying its mobile products and services around the world. It is present in 18 markets globally and features offline retail stores in over 1,000 cities worldwide. In the Philippines, Vivo is among the top 3 smartphone brands in terms of market share with 1.5 million users nationwide.
For inquiries, visit vivoglobal.ph or check www.facebook.com/vivoPhilippines, www.instagram.com/vivo_philippines/, and https://twitter.com/vivo_phil.
Abbey Malvar
Public Relations Department
Strategic works, Inc.
+639. 17.708.8346
abbey.malvar@stratworks.ph
2nd Floor Zaragoza Building, 102 Gamboa Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City PH
“Preppy”, “Hipster”,
“Gamer”, “Laid Back”—today’s generation have continuously been embracing a
plethora of styles. People from all ages and different walks of life can
frequently be seen breaking barriers and deviating tradition to express
themselves in their own unique ways.
Catering to this inception of numerous styles fashioned by different people under the same atmosphere, Vivo, the leading global technology company, recently launched the stylish S1 Pro at the Conrad Hotel, Manila.
The event, graced by Vivo Philippines executives, product distributors,
and media partners, featured a lavish and colourful venue with two interactive
zones that called for guests to explore their style.
“The Styling Suite”, a fancy-looking open-air dressing room with several hair and make-up artists, allowed guests to get the best look and end up with a stunning makeover. To complete the look, there was also a “Styling booth” where guests tried out different outfits from Forever 21.
Of course, the main highlight of the night was the unveiling of the newest line in the Vivo S series. Through product talks and TVC premieres, guests learned that the Vivo S1 Pro was truly a phone fit for any and every style the user chooses to explore.
Its unparalleled 32MP front camera is perfect for selfie-lovers. For
those more comfortable with shots taken with the rear camera, the Vivo S1 Pro
sports a magnificent diamond-shaped rear quad camera set-up consisting of a
48MP main, 8MP secondary, 2MPwide-angle, and 2MP macro camera that perfectly
capture “OOTD” shots.
For gamers, the S1 Pro also boasts of a Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 processor and 8GBRAM/128ROM—a medley of specs synonymous to average game-ready laptops. The phone also has a gaming mode where users will be stripped off of notifications which may hinder the full-on phone-gaming experience. Meanwhile, for minimalists who simply use the phone for communicating, watching, and browsing, the S1 Pro’s 6.38-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display, along with the same RAM/ROM specs, brings smooth and seamless use for a hassle-free experience.
Part of the launch was a fashion show which proved that the phone’s sleek, but unique design, whether in Knight Black and Fancy Sky colorways, is perfect for every style and every occasion. Models in different collections from Forever 21 paraded a beautiful runway, each flaunting the newest Vivo S1 Pro—cementing the fact, that the S1 Pro is the ultimate phone which encourages users to “explore your style”. Retailing for P15,999, the smartphone can be pre-ordered online and in-store from November 21 to 29. It will be available at all authorized Vivo outlets nationwide starting November 30.
Erika Garcia / 0956 523 1018 / Strategic works, Inc.
For Pinoys, nothing brings a more joyful dining experience much like Jollibee. From the feeling of being home, to the familiar taste of our classic langhap-sarap favorites, it’s no doubt that every visit is as jolly and memorable as it can be.
Katipunan gets a funkier touch with Jollibee’s first-ever Level Up Joy Store.
Now, the country’s number one fast-food chain is about to level up the joy—with a newly-designed concept store featuring modern innovations set out to give customers a hip and funky dining experience.
It’s the same Jollibee we all know and love, made better.
Standing along the stretch of Katipunan Avenue in Quezon City, the Jollibee Level Up Joy Store is the first of its kind. From the outside, one can easily spot the state-of-the-art facade of this new and improved Jollibee branch.
The Jollibee Level Up Joy Store is a themed space that brims of art, good food, and joyful experiences, perfect for hanging out with the barkada and the family.
Inside, the young and the young-at-hearts are certainly up for a visual thrill as vibrant and artistic murals welcome them as they enter Jollibee’s Level Up Joy Store. It also houses geometric floor tiles and mirrorlike lighting, as well as contemporary seating and industrial fixtures. Surely, every angle would be a perfect spot to snap an Instagram photo or two!
On the second floor, the new home of Jollibee in Katipunan brims with two functionally-themed party rooms. The walls feature eclectic artworks of Jollibee and Friends, giving every birthday celebrant an elevated Jollibee Kids Party experience.
Jollibee Kids Party celebrations are about to get more joyful as colorful murals paint the walls of the Jollibee Level Up Joy Store.
Adding to the store’s youthful feel are the new-fashioned service platforms designed to guarantee customer joy in every step. Three digital self-service kiosks stand in front of the Jollibee Level Up Joy Store counter, where guests can find a quick and efficient way to place their food orders without having to go through long queues. These kiosks also allow cashless transactions, so one can conveniently secure their payments with just a tap of their debit or credit cards.
Low battery? No problem! Wireless charging pads are built-in to the tables of the Jollibee’s first-ever Level Up Joy Store. With this new and exciting feature, people can definitely stay connected with their family and friends while savoring their most-loved langhap-sarap meals.
Joan Aquino, Jollibee PH Metro North RBU Head shares that, “Our customers have always been the priority of Jollibee, and with that, we are not just introducing numerous innovations, but we’re also ramping up our branded customer service—Alagang Jollibee—to ensure that warm and welcoming feeling every time you enter a Jollibee store.”
With wireless charging pads, customers can stay connected as they enjoy their best-tasting Jollibee meals.
Surely, the Jollibee Katipunan branch is first of the many Level Up Joy Stores that the company will be rolling out. To know more about exciting updates, ‘like’ and visit Jollibee’s official Facebook page at www.facebook.com/JollibeePhilippines/.
There will come a point in one’s lives that their wardrobe will be dominated by corporate clothes, seeing that 80% of their days are spent in the office. But this doesn’t mean one has to get stuck with uptight outfits that do not exude style.
Here are wardrobe staples that will keep you looking professional and confident without sacrificing style.
The Classics
Nothing says classy more than the classics. Make sure to have on hand a pair of pumps in black and nude, as these can match any attire and give off a sleek look. Likewise, it’s a must to have a well-fitting little black dress that can easily go from day to night.
A professional tote
A tote bag that’s big and durable enough to fit all the work files and possibly even double as a laptop bag is another OOTD staple. It’s ideal to get this all-time favorite work bag in black to suit any occasion and outfit.
Smartphone with deluxe design
An item that goes hand in hand with one’s nine-to-five is a smartphone. Leave complicated color schemes behind and stick to those in neutral colors. Embrace simplicity with Vivo V17Pro’s models in Knight Black and Crystal White, this Vivo phone sits upon translucent glass and automatically gives off distinctive taste and style. After all, it’s always a good idea to pair excellent function with polished form.
Lightweight blazer
This is the easiest trick in the book if one wants to pull together a professional outfit fast. Secure a piece that’s dressy and corporate at the same time.
These are the staples that one must have in their wardrobe whatever industry they’re in. Stay fashionable and be confident in professional looks that are simple but stands out.
Why it is important to be healthy, wealthy & wise? Are there any measures or secrets on how to successfully achieve these three words: healthy, wealthy & wise? For a while, consider to close your eyes, relax and internalize of the things you want to achieve of you think the impossible things you want, will become a possible or reality in your life this day and beyond.
Attending a seminar or an event is necessary to gain more ideas of the speakers and coaches who have more experiences and expertise on how to be healthy, wealthy & wise in your every day living. With this, I’m glad because I was one of those who have attended and witnessed of the notable speakers and advocates of the event dubbed as “ASIA HEALTH SUMMIT 2019”.
The speakers of the ASIA Health Summit 2019 last November 14, 2019 held at Manila Marriott Hotel, Pasay City are as follows:
David Foote – Founder and CEO of Zennya. He oversees a fast growing Health and Wellness on Demand service, delivering vetted professional therapists, and nurses to customers within minutes of booking. The advocacy of Zennya is to transform healthcare to become more accessible, affordable, and consumer driven, by empowering high quality front line health workers.
Lina Liago – President of Philippines Mental Health Association. She is the Managing Director of the Guidance and Conseling Center and Philippines Women’s University and also established the Institute for Family Life and organized FamNet, a network of NGO’s working with families and communities.
Jeffrey Seitz – CEO of PHIX Genomics who set up the first circle genomics diagnostic company in the Philippines. He offers clinically validated tests through his own lab facilities and licensing agreements with established global leaders in clinical genomics.
Ed Francisco – President of BDO Capital & Investment Corporation. He is considered the nation’s most prominent investment banker and his organization, BDO Capital, is rated as the largest and most respected investment banking groups in the nation. Besides, he is a well-known advocate of health living, a marathon runner and triathlon competitor.
Henry Tenedero – President of Education for All Development Center and also the founder of the global education advocacy, “Beyond Curriculum: Lead, Teach & Learn” and heavily involved in Go Nogosyo’s Angelpreneurs and the Mentor Me Program of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) designed to help millions of MSME’s in the country.
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Avic Caparas – Associate Professor of University of Asia and the Pacific-School of Management. She is one of the most prominent researches and experts on work-family balance, manager-subordinate trust relationships, diversity and inclusion.
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Jerome Sebastian – Managing Director & Co-Founder of Kitika Mobile Healthcare. He aims to improve the healthcare landscape. Kitika is a mobile-based service providing 24/7 Primary Medical Care, through the aide of Nurses, General Practitioners, and Specialist Doctors.
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Reggie Pulumbarit – General Manager of 3M Service Center APAC. With broad experience as a 15 year veteran of 3M related to marketing, sales and operations for both consumer and industrial lines of business. He oversees the organization’s fast growing shared services operations that won Wellness Company of the Year at Asia CEO Awards 2019.
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Maurice Levine – Master Franchisee of Anytime Fitness Asia who is one of Asia’s premier advocates of fitness and healthy lifestyles. His franchise business has exploded to more than 500 fully functional centres in just 4 year and was awarded Expatriate Executive of the Year at Asia CEO Awards 2019 among many other accolades.
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David Almirol – CEO of Multsys Technologies and a programmer who empowers various healthcare organizations in the public and private sectors. He is also considered one of the nation’s most important technology leaders. His company recently sold 45% of its shares to an investor for Php2.14 billion.
In relation with this article, I would like to thank Mr. Richard Mamuyac who invited me to attend the event that was held last November 14, 2019. In general, a “Balanced Life” in every day living is what I have learned in the Asia Health Summit 2019.
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The ASIA HEALTH SUMMIT 2019 was organized by Healthway Medical headed by Carmie Pascual De Leon and Multisys Technologies headed by David Almirol.
From November 18 to December 12, users can look forward to free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend promotions daily.
Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, will celebrate the second wave of its biggest annual event, Shopee 12.12 Big Christmas Sale. From November 18 to December 12, consumers can look forward to 24 themed days with free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend promotions, 50% off promotions, and exclusive deals from big brands daily.
Martin Yu, Associate Director, Shopee Philippines, said, “We are very happy to welcome Shopee 12.12 Big Christmas Sale with a bigger line up of exciting promotions after the great success of Shopee 11.11 Big Christmas Sale. Christmas is the biggest holiday in the Philippines and we are excited to bring our consumers more exclusive deals to help them find the perfect gift for their loved ones. We invite everyone to celebrate the holiday season with us during Shopee 12.12 Big Christmas Sale.
Key Highlights for Shopee 12.12 Big Christmas Sale
Shopee 12.12 Big Christmas Sale promises three weeks of exciting promotions. Key highlights include:
Free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend: Users can score their favorite products with free shipping.
Up to 50% off deals daily: Users canenjoy up to 50% off deals daily, such as Avision 43” LED TV, Grand Videoke Harmony Plus, and more.
Shopee Catch: Users can play Shopee Catch twice daily for a chance to win from a pool of 1.2 million Shopee coins. At Shopee Games Day on December 10, users can look forward to four sessions of Shopee Catch with even more Shopee coins up for grabs.
Shopee Shake: Usersstand a chance to win from a pool of 12 million Shopee coins and premium smartphones including an iPhone 11 and Huawei P30 Lite by playing Shopee Shake.
Shopee Live: Users can tune in to an exclusive livestreamat 6 pm daily for a chance to win ₱10,000 worth of prizes during Shopee 12.12 Christmas Daily Giveaways. Lucky viewers also have the chance to take home an iPhone 11 every Friday.
Voucher giveaways: Users can look forward to cashback vouchers up to 10% daily. There will also be category vouchers up to 15% off up for grabs.
Exclusive deals from leading brands: Users should watch out for exciting promos from FMCG brands like Pampers, Enfagrow, Unilever, Maybelline, Nestle, Olay, Pantene, and Safeguard. Leading brands including Bosch, INSPI, Anker, Globe, SM Store, Vivo, and Tigernu will also be giving exclusive discounts.
