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SM brings Pampanga furniture maker’s pieces to Taal Vista, MOA and more

In line with its commitment to providing equal opportunities for small businesses and established companies, SM continues to support the growth of small enterprises, such as this furniture manufacturer from Pampanga. Established in the 1980s by husband-and-wife Renato and Lolita Miclat, Loly’s Blinds & Curtains — named as such by…

Dr. Lucio Tan is now chairman emeritus of PNB

In a bid to further strengthen its position and to ensure that it meets it long-term objectives, the Philippine National Bank has appointed Dr. Lucio C. Tan as chairman emeritus, as well as Chester Y. Luy and Atty. Eusebio V. Tan as new members of the board of directors. Dr.…

Pag-IBIG sets new record as home loans reach nearly P77 B in eight months

The amount of home loans released by the agency during the period is P4.23 billion or six percent higher compared to the P72.71 billion released during the same period in 2022. Pag-IBIG Fund has released P76.94 billion in home loans in the last eight months, breaking its record on the…

Jo-An Darlene Chua-Yu: Passion, purpose and profession

Twenty-three years into her journey with Pru Life UK, multi award-winning financial advisor Jo-An Darlene Chua-Yu has grown to become the president and CEO of her own insurance agency — a full-time job that enables her to serve her clients, mentor a new generation of industry professionals and, at the…

Premier golf course makes noteworthy strides in its environmental initiatives

Helping Orchard Golf and Country Club further save on electricity, eventually lessening its carbon footprint, is Meralco Biz. What was once a mango plantation in a fairly secluded part of Dasmariñas, Cavite has now become The Orchard Golf and Country Club, a private membership golf club that boasts two 18-hole…

Up-close & professional

Sharon Pesengco, one of Pru Life UK’s top finance consultants in the Philippines, proves that success and motherhood can go hand in hand, especially when your heart and mind are in the right place. By Grace C. Diez Photography by Rap You In March 2022, Sharon Pesengco found herself basking…

UnionDigital’s Henry Aguda redefines digital banking

By KENN ANTHONY MENDOZA As one of the top digital banks regulated by the Bangko ng Sentral ng Pilpinas, UnionDigital is on a mission to boost financial literacy among Filipinos — guiding them on how to budget, save and even grow their earnings. UnionDigital president and CEO Henry Aguda Helmed…

Up on “stage” down by the lake

Nena’s Sanctuary, a nine-hectare development inside Sta. Elena Golf and Country Estate, initially opens to the public with Lakehall, an events place in the midst of nature. A hotel and spa, as well as a café and themed retail area are in the planning stages. By Alex Y. Vergara There’s…

Lucio Tan III is PAL Holdings Inc.’s new president

PAL Holdings Inc. appoints Tan as president, while his grandfather, Dr. Lucio C. Tan, retains key positions within the holding company. Lucio Tan III, PAL Holdings Inc. president, says he looks forward to working with the PAL team "under the leadership of its president and COO, Capt. Stanley Ng, to…

Leading insurance company launches feeding program

Sun Life Philippines has joined in the efforts to combat malnutrition in the country. Sun Life Financial-Philippines Foundation, Inc. (Sun Life Foundation), the company's philanthropic arm, recently signed a memorandum of agreement with Save the Children Philippines for the launch of “Project SUNBRIGHT.” Around 600 people in Muntinlupa City will…