Author: Kathleen Loreen Diaz
Overseas Filipinos in Japan continue to favor the strong alliance between two trusted banks for safe and real-time money transfers. Such is the experience of Arianne Matucading and Den Mojica, who have benefited firsthand from the ease and security of BDO Unibank, Inc. and Japan’s Seven Bank in facilitating fast and reliable remittances. “They’ve made sending money to my family simple and stress-free,” shared Matucading, a sales executive working in Japan for 11 years now. “One time, I urgently needed to send money for a hospital bill, and Seven Bank’s swift service allowed me to transfer the funds immediately. BDO…
When sending cash to their families back home, Overseas Filipinos in Japan largely look for convenience and reliability. On these two fronts, BDO Unibank, Inc. (BDO) and Seven Bank recently renewed their commitment to continuously satisfy loyal Kabayans as well as attract new ones to their growing platform. The strategic alliance of the banking leaders from two of Asia’s robust economies was off to a great start when it was first announced back in 2017. Now seven years later, both institutions recognize the collaboration has brought many benefits to their customers. BDO and Seven Bank are exploring more opportunities for…
BDO Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of BDO Unibank, welcomed the new year with the turn over of four newly rehabilitated rural health units (RHUs) for the benefit of more than 96,000 Filipinos in several parts of Luzon and the Visayas. Supporting the country’s capacity to deliver basic health services at the grassroots level, BDO Foundation rehabilitated two health facilities in Capiz, namely, Ivisan Rural Health Unit and Birthing Facility and Sapian Rural Health Unit and Birthing Clinic. The foundation also rehabilitated Peñarrubia Rural Health Unit in Abra and Pilar Rural Health Unit in Bohol. In total, BDO Foundation…
BDO Unibank Inc. (BDO) released its second ASEAN Sustainability Bond Impact Report, highlighting the full allocation of its first ASEAN Sustainability Bond (ASB) in January 2022 that generated Php52.7 billion from retail and institutional investors. The report details how the Bank allocated the bond proceeds to projects that address environmental and social challenges, following eligible categories under its comprehensive Sustainable Finance Framework. Of the total proceeds, Php38.4 billion financed environmental projects aimed at mitigating climate change and promoting renewable energy. These investments supported solar and wind energy installations, which have significantly reduced greenhouse gas emissions and contributed to the Philippines’…
Turn small savings into building blocks for your child’s bright future today. With BDO Junior Savers Account, you can begin teaching your child from a young age the value of saving with their very own account. “When we ring in the new year, it’s natural to make resolutions for better health, or better work life balance, even better finances. BDO is ready to welcome clients who want to plan their saving and spending for the coming year. We have a spectrum of products and services for clients at every life stage, and our trained branch officers and staff are always…
The Hungry Pita is thrilled to announce its partnership with Asia’s Multimedia Star, Alden Richards, as its newest brand ambassador. The dynamic partnership is one giant stride for the company in its ongoing aggressive journey of expansion and innovation, ready to bring its signature pita recipes to more Filipino foodies across the country. Held at the Wrap For More Media Launch, the partnership of Alden Richards and The Hungry Pita signifies great importance for the event. It marked the launch of new initiatives and will shape the future course of the brand toward the media representatives, stakeholders, and prospective franchisees.…
The SM group’s integrated and strategically located properties in Central Luzon’s Clark Freeport and Special Economic Zone—SM City Clark, SM Offices, National University, SMX Convention Center and Park Inn by Radisson Clark all located within a complex, serve as economic and cultural hubs, complementing Clark’s rapid development as a gateway to the north. The transformation of Central Luzon’s Clark Freeport and Special Economic Zone in Pampanga continues to provide an alternative in addressing the rapid urbanization in Metro Manila. Clark’s evolution into a gateway destination for business and lifestyle is driven by strategic infrastructure development, a thriving tourism sector, and…
Airspeed started 2023 with improved and updated service offerings under their new business unit, Contract Logistics. Headlining their array of services is the Cross—docking service, a logistics solution wherein goods are received directly at a warehouse or distribution centre. This means goods will no longer be stored in the facility as they will be ready for shipment in retail stores and intended locations instantly. With the cross-docking service, FMCG and Retailers can respond rapidly to customers’ delivery requirements, apart from being cost efficient since labor costs and warehouse space will be minimized. Additionally, there will be better control in inventory…
2022 was a year of recovery for the entire country. With pandemic-related restrictions easing up, industries got back on their feet and Filipinos learned to embrace the “new normal” way of living. Personal Collection Direct Selling Inc., one of the country’s leading direct-selling companies, is no exception. It’s been a milestone year for the company that has transformed hundreds of thousands of lives across the nation, but this time with a more meaningful mission. The company’s #GreenLifeGreatLife campaign made a mark in 2022 in its bid to protect and preserve the environment. Launched in 2021, Personal Collection’s advocacy took shape as…
2022 has been a colorful year for the Airspeed Group of Companies and there’s so many things to be grateful and to be ecstatic for before welcoming the new year. Starting from Airspeed’s unstoppable innovation and its vision to grow despite the challenge during the pandemic. The company strived and was considered as one of the largest most trusted logistics service providers in the nation, it also expanded its services since e-commerce was one of the in-demand services during the pandemic. Airspeed acquired e-fulfillment warehouses and was able to cater ecommerce clients that became one of the company’s strengths. Airspeed…