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Private Sector Advisory Council supports President Marcos’ bid to further propel country’s agriculture sector

Recognizing the need to optimize the coconut industry’s potentials, Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) lead convenor Sabin Aboitiz, president and CEO of Aboitiz Group, together with the PSAC agriculture sector leaders, recently met with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at the Heroes Hall, Malacañang. President Marcos listens to Sabin Aboitiz…

Leading financial services provider celebrates banner year

Established in 2003, Global Dominion Financing Inc. continues to grow, reaching its zenith in 2023 by lending out a record P6.8 billion in loans, empowering countless underbanked families and small- and medium-scale enterprises all over the country. Global Dominion Financing's CEO Robert Jordan Jr. and chairman of the board Ruben…

Ascott’s “immersive culinary journey” delivers an unforgettable celebration of Filipino culture

Ascott, one of the country's leading serviced residence brands renowned for its passion for fine arts good food, recently hosted "Palate & Palette: A Fusion of Taste and Art." (FROM LEFT) The Ascott Limited Philippines cluster general manager Rennan John Reyes, Ascott Makati’s assistant residence manager Diane Kasilag, Mesclun Restaurant’s…

Advancing financial literacy is on top of new Pru Life UK CEO’s list

Pru Life UK's CEO Sanjay Chakrabarty recently met with Insurance Commissioner Atty. Reynaldo Regalado to discuss the company's plans to enhance financial literacy in the country, improve governance standards, and expand access to insurance products, especially among vulnerable and underserved populations. Pru Life UK’s newly appointed CEO Sanjay Chakrabarty met…

Deoproce takes Liza Soberano on a “summer beyond compare”

Liza, joined by her close circle of friends, including Hollywood director Zelda Williams, enjoyed an exclusive and luxurious experience under the sun at Banwa Private Island in Palawan. Thanks to Deoproce's UV Defence Line, Liza and her friends managed to stay cool and protected from the summer sun's harsh rays!…

Members of Philippine Marketing Association walk for the environment

The country’s leading marketers had fun on the catwalk as they modeled environment-friendly fashion, from casual to formal wear as well as Filipiniana ensembles, in an effort to promote sustainable marketing. PMA president Kathy Mercado with president of Ucycle, Tati Fortuna. Cognizant of their power to influence hearts and minds,…

Glenfiddich regional brand ambassador graces Grand series launch

The launch culminated in a whisky-pairing dinner where guests immersed themselves in the subtle nuances of each variant while savoring a delicious multi-course meal. Glenfiddich Grand series In keeping with its esteemed reputation as one of the world’s most awarded single malt Scotch whisky, Glenfiddich elevates ordinary celebrations into extraordinary…

IFEX Philippines ’24 celebrates ingenuity of Filipino food in a grand “salu-salo”

From May 10 to 12, the International Food Exhibition (IFEX) Philippines will showcase and highlight the excellence of Filipino cuisine and shine a spotlight on budding entrepreneurs and innovative export-ready homegrown products. Catch IFEX Philippines 2024 at the World Trade Center on May 10 to 12 International Food Exhibition (IFEX)…

Arden Botanical Estate: A “bloom zone” in the making

BY JOSE PAOLO DELA CRUZ This fast-rising residential and leisure development is shaping up into a modern-day sanctuary — one that’s abloom with natural parks, waterways and landscaped gardens that will feature beautiful local flora. And it’s just one-short expressway drive from Metro Manila. Megaworld SVP for public relations and…

Philippine Wine Merchant and Okada Manila host first-ever “Sake Manila” party

Slated on May 24 at the hotel’s grand ballroom, the dinner event brings together 200 brands of sakes and other drinks from 40 leading breweries and distillers from across Japan. A selection of some of the best and most authentic Japanese cuisine from Okada Manila’s culinary team will also be…