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The People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP), the preeminent organization of people managers and HR practitioners in the country, will hold the “2nd HR Innovation Summit” at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria (Ortigas Center) on August 15, 2018 (9:00 am to 5:00 pm). With this year’s theme “HR Next Practices”, this momentous event will feature industry experts and distinguished practitioners to share their knowledge and innovative ideas that will equip organizations in developing employees to thrive in the opportunities and challenges today and in the future. The line-up of remarkable speakers includes PMAP President Michelle C. Garcia, FPM, HR Director of East-Asia Region SGS Gulf Limited (Regional Operating Headquarters), who will talk about “Revolutionary HR: The Next HR Leadership” ; Ms. Amor Maclang, Chief Communications Officer of GeiserMaclang, who will discuss his experience in “Adopting the Blockchain Technology in HR” ; Mr. Engelbert T. Camasura, AFPM, Pres...

Salute! Salute! Salute! Responsible Traffic  Enforcers.. #GoodJob Pag pumapatak na ang ulan, nawawala n sila sa kalsada... tama ba mga friends?  But not these 2 enforcers.. Roger Go & Jenriel Cheng... on-the-job even if it's raining  Even on a super heavy rainy day, they were still there to do their job....likewise even under the intense heat of the sun.....despite their "little" salary. And yet, some drivers used to  scold them due to  a messy traffic  encountered every day. The  two responsible traffic enforcers  are  Roger Go  and  Jenriel  Cheng. They are under the supervision of Mr Jesan  Idquila  -  Sector  Commander  of   Barangay Muzon and  Roberto “ Bobby”  P. Esquivel – Executive Assistant IV Head Of  CTM-SCOG  of  The Rising City  Of  San Jose  Del  Monte Bulacan and under the local government of  Mayor ...

The Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC) urged the public to share their unique stories about the Pasig River. According to PRRC Executive Director Jose Antonio E. Goitia , the public needs to know these stories to inspire them to help in the revival of the Pasig River. These stories can be sent to the PRRC and those that will be chosen will be posted on the website—  theriverman.org . "We need to share these unique stories to let the public know how we value the Pasig River," Goitia added. At the same time, Goitia said the Commission is determined to bring Pasig River back to life. This meant putting mechanisms to prevent and to counter acts of "esterorism" in rivers and waterways that lead to Pasig River. In addition, he said that the PRRC River Warriors were able to divert 21 million kilos of solid waste from the Pasig River. Due to PRRC's efforts and determination, 17 priority tributaries had been converted into en...

The Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC) on July 17, 2018 rescued and evacuated residents living along the river to temporarily evacuate to a safer area as Typhoon #HenryPH caused flooding in low-lying areas. PRRC Executive Director Jose Antonio E. Goitia mobilized the river warriors to assist him in the rescue operations while the river patrols assisted in the monitoring of water level in the other areas of Pasig and San Juan Rivers. Goitia identified the families living along San Juan River, particularly in Gumamela St., Barangay Roxas District in Quezon City. During the inspection conducted by PRRC, Goitia observed the dangerous current of water in San Juan River. Because of this, Goitia appealed to the residents, who initially refused PRRC’s help, to temporarily evacuate until the heavy rain pours out. “Sana huwag na po nating hintaying malagay tayo sa panganib bunsod ng pagtaas ng tubig sa ilog,” Goitia said. The National Disaster Risk Re...

Get ready for an exciting lineup of stars at the upcoming HISTORY CON , the country’s entertainment convention happening August 10-12 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. Get up close and personal with your favorite celebrities from HISTORY’s acclaimed TV programs, including Katheryn Winnick of HISTORY’s Emmy-winning series, Vikings. The actress has racked up several nominations, including one for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series from the Critics’ Choice Awards and another for Best Performance by an Actress in a Continuing Leading Dramatic Role from the Canadian Screen Awards. You can also catch international celebrities from your favorite shows like Giorgio A. Tsoukalos of Ancient Aliens , Jamie Dempsey of Ride N’Seek , Mongchin Yeoh of Who Runs the World , and Simon Yin of HISTORY Hustle and Hidden Cities Extreme . The stellar line-up will also include Xian Lim and Diego Loyzaga starring in HISTORY Asia’s award-winning original automotive reality seri...

RFM President and CEO Jose Ma. A. Concepcion III reported a 12% growth of revenues for the first six months of 2018 for the Company which resulted in a 3% rise in net income. Sales of the food and beverage company for the period grew from P5.7B to P6.3B pushing the RFM’s net income to P525M from P508M. The company posted topline growth in most businesses including ice cream, flour, pasta, milk and private label. First Half revenues of the ice cream category leader Selecta grew 11% year on year while institutional sales including the bakery business expanded with an 8% increase. Sales of RFM’s other flagship brands -  Fiesta pasta, Royal pasta, White King mixes and Selecta Milk - also posted a strong 17% expansion for the six-month period. Concepcion noted that “the healthy growth of the branded consumer businesses brought about a 3% growth in net income to P525M, despite the headwinds from softening prices of flour and the rise in commodity prices such as wh...

With the sweltering Manila heat, horrendous traffic, or stressful commute, what could be more refreshing than sipping a 32-ounce cup of Ice cold drink that can withstand 6 hours without losing its coffee or fruity taste. Perfect on the road , on the go, or just chilling leisurely at   its four outlets, the popular Malaysian brand “Icelavie"  is now here to quench Metro Manila’s thirst and soothe down hot tempers with their oh so cool coffee concoctions, tea and fruit juice varieties . The huge drinks come in their signature blue cartons with a handle that make take-outs more convenient .  Icelavie’s thirst quenchers are available at its three outlets in Makati City and one in Manila.   These are in Paseo Center, Snack Hub 2 nd floor Circuit Lane, Glorietta 4 cinema , all in Makati City, as well as in Snack Alley, UN Square Mall, Manila. Coffee lovers prefer Icelavie’s Signature, Caramel Macchiato or Dark Chocolate. All are made from high qu...

…visited the International   Franchise Expo today at the SMX Convention Center, Manila, and so far this was the biggest franchising expo I’ve ever witnessed. It occupied the entire 2 floors of the smx. One of the booths we visited was ROG.PH . ROG.ph is a 24/7 gaming cafe with several branches around Metro Manila. We were able to interview its President and Founder, Mr. Bhenjie Florentino . Mr. Bhenjie Florentino, President & CEO, ROG.PH How they started? In 2006, Bhenjie Florentino and his neighbors were the typical school-goers that dreamt of spending countless hours in computer shops playing their favorite games. The time came where he decided to pursue his passion of gaming and partnered up with his neighbors. Thanks to Bhenjie and friends combining their passion for gaming with their entrepreneurial dreams, ROG.ph was finally born.   They started out with 2 outlets in Taguig City . Twelve years have passed since the first two gaming café’s they ...

The Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC) in partnership with St. Joseph Academy of Valenzuela Alumni Association, Salcres Physical Therapy Foundation International Inc., Myshare Foundation and Wow Health and Wellness Optical Clinic, spearheaded a medical mission on June 2, 2018 at Jaime Cardinal Sin Village (JCSV), 728 Housing, P unta Sta. Ana, Manila City. This free medical mission was given to at least 200 individuals relocated from the banks of the Pasig River into one of the country’s first in-city relocation sites in Metro Manila. To be recalled, PRRC and Serviam Foundation Inc, relocated these families living in shanties and makeshift houses beside the Pasig River last quarter of 2008 to first quarter of 2009 to improve the health and living conditions of our fellow Filipinos exposed to polluted waterways help and to improve water quality through the reduction of untreated solid and liquid wastes dumped by the informal settlers. The objectives of this...

The Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission’s (PRRC) and the Los Angeles County Board of Public Works (LACBPW) revitalized their “Sister Rivers” partnership on July 18, 2018 in Quezon City. The “Sister River” partnership was forged between PRRC and the Los Angeles Department of Public Works to support the PRRC’s efforts to rehabilitate Pasig River. Commissioner Joel F. Jacinto from Los Angeles Department of Public Works came to the Philippines to learn about the Pasig River Master Plan and to see esteros developed by the PRRC. PRRC Executive Director Jose Antonio E. Goitia said there is a need to reinvigorate the “Sister River” partnership to help in their effort of rehabilitating the Pasig River. “Commissioner Jacinto can help Mayor Abigail Binay-Campos and I fast-track the rehabilitation of waterways in Makati,” added Goitia. After the ceremony at the PRRC office, officials from the Commission and LACBPW are scheduled to visit some of Metro Manila’s ...

IRemit, Inc. is engaged in the business of servicing the fund transfers and remittance needs of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and other migrant workers. They were incorporated on March 5, 2001 and started commercial operations on November 11, 2001. We were invited to cover their Annual stockholders meeting held last Wednesday, July 13, 2018 at Discovery Suites, the same building where their office is located. Iremit Chairman Bansan Choa presiding  IRemit President Jacildo reporting The Chairman of the Board, Mr. Bansan C. Choa presided the meeting while its President, Mr. Harris D Jacildo “reported the company initiatives, improvements and financial status for the past year. The company is doing very good as evident by the 2-digit growth on their profit. They stand true to their commitment to the public to deliver quality and fast service to the Filipino people. To date, they have more than 2000 payout centers in the Philippines.   Their services is...

Press Release: Manila – PHILAUTO 2018 – the Philippines Leading International Auto Parts, Accessories, Service & Repair Equipment Exhibition and the PHILBUS & TRUCK 2018 – the Philippine’s International Bus, Truck & Commercial Vehicles Exhibition opens today at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City .   The three-day exhibition brings together over 200 brands and companies, with Country Pavilions from China, Thailand, Taiwan and Korea , showcasing the latest in auto parts, accessories and service & repair equipment and the newest fleet of buses and trucks.   The opening ceremony was attended by Mr. Mark De Leon and Ms. Elvira Medina, Asst. Secretaries of the Dept of Transportation,   and Engr. Albert Parerdes, Chief of Staff, Pasay City. In conjunction with the event, the Haulers and Truckers Association in the Watersouth Inc (HATAW) will host the Truckers Forum, addressing issues concerning truckers and Public Utility Ve...

The ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN BAC), in partnership with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), Go Negosyo, and SGV & Co (EY Philippines), will launch the Meet ASEAN’s Talents and Champions (MATCH) Philippines Roadshow this coming July 9-10, 2018 in Metro Manila and Cebu, respectively. The event will happen on  July 9 in Makati City . The second run will be at  Radisson Blu Hotel, Cebu City on July 10 . MATCH aims to facilitate deal-making by showcasing ASEAN start-ups and growth enterprises across all sectors, and linking them to top global and local investors . A first of its kind platform, it connects ideas to capital in two ways: (i) a curated deal-making MATCH portal that matches ASEAN enterprises to potential investors, which will enhance their access to quality funding, expertise and networks ; and (ii) a MATCH conference under the Singapore Fintech Festival . It will showcase keynote presentations and leadership d...