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| Leading the ribbon cutting ceremony for the inauguration of LG Electronics Philippines' new office at Arcovia City in Pasig, L-R: Megaworld Corporation First Vice President Roland Tiongson, Pasig Police Station Chief Col. Hendrix Mangaldan, LG Asia Regional CEO Jaesung Kim, LG Philippines Managing Director Nakhyun Seong, LG Philippines CFO Hongsuk Chang (Image Source: Corner Magazine PH/LG Electronics Philippines) |
LG Electronics Philippines officially inaugurated its new office at the 15th and 16th floors of One Paseo building last April 22, 2025 in Arcovia City in Pasig City after over 35 years into local operations from its first office in Brgy. Maybunga in the said city. Over the years, LG has been at the forefront of bringing innovation and cutting-edge technology to Filipino homes and businesses. The new office represents not only a fresh start but a continued commitment to excellence, ensuring that LG remains a leader in the industry while providing a better work environment for both its employees and partners. The new office in Arcovia City includes open-concept workspaces to promote collaboration and creativity, as well as modern tools and technologies to support productivity and employee well-being. The office houses a showroom where employees and visitors can explore the latest LG products and technologies, a spacious auditorium optimized for presentations, seminars, and events, as well as a well-appointed cafeteria that offers a relaxing space for employees to enjoy meals and unwind.
LG employees also get to enjoy floor length windows, providing employees with a 360° view of the city and nearby mountain ranges. In designing an office with the employee’s well-being in mind, LG hopes to set an example in staying true to its brand promise as a Smart Life Solutions company: that Life’s Good, right from its new home. The day was filled with activities for LG’s employees, which included a photobooth and a pouch customization booth where they designed personalized canvas pouches as souvenirs. LG’s new neighbors also enjoyed a supply of free drinks found in LG refrigerators that were stationed at One Paseo’s lobby, provided by LG’s brand partners — Locally, Milkis, and Chingu Cafe. Ending the day on a high was LG’s collaboration with the 107.5 Wish Bus which made a special stop right outside the new office for LG and their new neighbors in Arcovia City. Special performances were made by artists Earl Generao and Arra San Agustin for the crowd to enjoy. The event was a perfect blend of entertainment and community spirit, making it a memorable part of the day.
The event was attended by LG Philippines Managing Director Nakhyun Seong and CFO Hongsuk Chang and LG’s Regional CEO for Asia Pacific Jaesung Kim who joined employees and partners in celebrating this milestone. “LG Philippines has called its previous office ‘home’ for over 35 years, and it was the employees, as well as their dedication and hard work, that truly made it special. This new space not only aligns with LG’s global reputation for innovation and Smart Life Solutions. It also honors our past while inspiring continuous innovation that benefits LG’s local employees. As a company committed to making a positive impact and creating lasting value, we also aim to empower our employees to leverage advanced Korean technology to ultimately support the growth and development of the Filipino people, contribute to the country’s progress, and make ‘Life’s Good’ a reality for our customers, shaping a brighter future for all,” said Seong.
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Skyro And Abenson Strengthen Partnership To Reach More Filipino Households
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To meet the growing demand for essential home products among Filipinos outside Metro Manila, Skyro, one of the fastest-growing financial technology companies in the country, has partnered with Abenson, the Philippines’ largest appliance and gadget retailer. Launched in Q3 2024, the partnership has already seen strong double-digit month-on-month growth in Visayas, Mindanao and South Luzon. Building on this momentum, Skyro is now focusing on expanding to Abenson stores across North and Central Luzon and the National Capital Region (NCR). This expansion ensures that more customers can access flexible financing options, including the Skyro Flexi feature which allows users to adjust their monthly payments or due dates right in the Skyro app.
Skyro's Head for POS Business Lowen Medina shared, “About 60 percent of purchases made through Skyro at Abenson are in appliances and home electronics, reflecting strong demand for essential products.” Beyond the Flexi feature, Skyro also offers Zero Down payment plans, further enhancing affordability and access to high-quality appliances and electronics. “Our financing options make it easier for Filipinos to bring home homeproducts without the usual heavy financial burden,” said Lowen, adding that Skyro is committed to providing inclusive and accessible loan options for customers nationwide. While being a young player in the industry presents challenges, Skyro is doubling down on its efforts to grow its customer base. The fintechcompany is rolling out in-store promotions, participating in caravans and exhibits, and leveraging online campaigns to reach a wider audience, ensuring customers can easily access Skyro’s flexible payment solutions both in-store and online.
Skyro’s partnership with Abenson is a major step toward financial inclusion, allowing more Filipinos – regardless of their financial background – to invest in products that enhance their daily lives. Aligned with Skyro’s mission, this collaboration transforms small wins into reasons to celebrate. Lowen concluded, “We are grateful for our partnership with Abenson, which enables us to bring even more exciting and affordable financing options to Filipinos. This collaboration strengthens our commitment to providing easy access to essential products while ensuring that we continue to support customers with flexible financial solutions.” To enjoy exclusive loan offers from Skyro at Abenson, download the Skyro app for free on Apple Store for iPhone and iPad users, and Google Play for Android users and enjoy flexible payment and cashback features on Skyro. To know more about Skyro, visit https://www.skyro.ph/ and follow its official Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok accounts.
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Palawan Express Recognizes OFWs As Modern-Day Heroes In Global Ka-Palawan Awards, Gives Back To Sukis With Outstanding Stories
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Palawan Express Pera Padala (PEPP), the money remittance arm of the Palawan Group of Companies, recently held a heartfelt tribute to the tireless efforts and sacrifices of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). Recently recognized by the International Finance Awards as the Most Innovative Remittance Company, PEPP has long been the country’s most trusted remittance and pera-padala service. To give honor to OFWs being its long-standing sukis, PEPP launched the first-ever livestreaming of Global Ka-Palawan Awards – a first-of-its-kind recognition program celebrating OFWs as modern-day heroes.
The nomination ran on July 10-October 10, 2024 and was open to both male and female OFWs who have worked abroad for at least one year in any profession. Additionally, their beneficiaries must claim remittances through Palawan Express Pera Padala (PPS-PEPP) or the PalawanPay app. This awards program honored the most inspiring stories of OFWs who have made extraordinary impacts to the lives of their families and communities. Ten grand winners were awarded ₱100,000 each while 20 other finalists received ₱10,000 each as consolation prizes. The Top 10 winners are the following: Dario Magon (Japan), Crisanto De Jesus (Macau), Zif Bayutas Brady (USA), Czyrise Sadac (Dubai), Roselinda Hagad (Italy), Jun Blancia (Saudi Arabia), Jose Antonio Jr. (Crotia), Prescila Sagario (Oman), Almira Frugal (Hong Kong), and Rochelle Salayon (Saudi Arabia). Winners were officially announced via live streaming on Palawan Pawnshop-Palawan Express Pera Padala official Facebook page.
Expressing his admiration for OFWs and their remarkable strength, Palawan Group of Companies Marketing Manager Miguel Mangabat remarked, “Our OFWs are more than just breadwinners. They are strong pillars of their families – striving to remain resilient even when they miss birthdays and milestones, all for the mission of giving their loved ones a better life. Through the Global Ka-Palawan Awards, we aim to honor their stories, appreciate their sacrifices, and celebrate their unwavering strength. This is also our way of saying thank you for trusting Palawan Express Pera Padala to be part of their journey. Nananatili ang aming pangako: basta padala sa inyong mahal sa buhay, sa Palawan Express Pera Padala, siguradong makakarating!” The Palawan Group of Companies remain committed to championing financial inclusion among Filipinos, wherever in the world they may be – dahil ang galing ng Pinoy, tunay nga namang global!
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AOV International Choral Festival Calls For Entries For Its First Choral Composition Competition
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Are you ready to have your composition performed by one of the most prestigious choral groups in the Philippines? The Andrea O. Veneracion International Choral Festival (AOVICF) is now accepting entries for the first ever AOVICF Choral Composition Competition until 11:59 pm of May 30, 2025. Named after the founder of the world-renowned Philippine Madrigal Singers and one of our National Artists, the AOVICF is bound to its mission of nourishing passion for music and nurturing artistic excellence within and beyond the country. With the launch of the 2025 Choral Composition Competition, the AOVICF welcomes all composers worldwide, amateur or professional, aged 18 years and above, except employees of the Cultural Center of the Philippines and the current and former members of the Philippine Madrigal Singers. Entries must be original, unpublished, and have never been performed publicly.
Each composer may submit only one entry of an a cappella SATB (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) composition with no more than two divisi per voice part. The piece must be ranging from 3.5 to 6 minutes and must be suitable for an intermediate-level choir. Solo sections are allowed but should not exceed 30% of the piece’s total length. Texts in any language are welcome, but an English translation must be provided. If the text is not in the public domain and the composer is not the author, written permission from the copyright holder is required. All scores must be prepared using standard music notation software. Composers may submit their entry via email to secretariat@aovchoralfestph.com with a subject line “AOVICF 2025 Composition Competition”. Interested composers must pay the registration fee before submission, amounting to Php2,000 for Filipino composers and US$40 for non-Filipino composers. To pay, please refer to the payment guide of which may be accessed through bit.ly/AOVICF2025CompositionPaymentGuide. The Grand Prize winner will receive Php50,000 and a certificate while two runners-up will be awarded certificates. The top three compositions will be premiered by the Philippine Madrigal Singers during the closing concert of the Andrea O. Veneracion International Choral Festival on August 24, 2025.
The winning composition will be under exclusive performance and publication rights of the festival for two years, and may not be publicly performed before AOVICF 2027. All entries will be judged anonymously, and the decisions of the jury are final and non-appealable. The AOVICF is a collaboration of the Cultural Center of the Philippines through its Artist Training Division under the CCP Arts Education Department with the Philippine Madrigal Singers, the first Asian choir to win the European Grand Prix for Choral Singing twice (in 1997 and 2007, respectively). You may visit https://www.aovchoralfestph.com/compositioncompetition for more details on the competition.
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Shopee To Shape Next Generation Of Leaders Through Future Operations Leaders Program
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Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, is opening applications for the second year of its Future Operations Leaders Program (FLP), an initiative designed to empower fresh graduates and shape the next generation of e-commerce Operations leaders. The two-year immersive program offers participants in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in day-to-day operations, preparing them to drive real-world projects and accelerate their careers. The FLP underscores Shopee’s strong commitment to early career development, a key factor in its recognition by Prosple as a Top 100 Fresh Graduate Employer where the company ranks #13 overall and #4 in the Retail and Consumer Goods sector.
The Future Operations Leaders Program offers young professionals invaluable opportunities for growth and development through a combination of structured learning, mentorship programs, and leadership tracks. Participants rotate through Shopee’s various Operations sites across the Philippines, gaining first-hand experience in key operational functions. Beyond technical skills, the program focuses on cultivating leadership skills through engagement in impactful projects and personalized guidance from managers, coaches, and mentors. “At Shopee, we’re dedicated to empowering young talent with meaningful career pathways for growth. Through our structured mentorship program, fresh graduates will get direct guidance from experienced leaders and on-ground training, building their confidence, ingraining in them a leadership mindset, ultimately preparing them to make a real impact in e-commerce operations,” said Shopee Philippines Head of People Ryan Pineda.
Upon successful completion of the program, Shopee aims to transition associates into Operations Leadership roles, positioning them to continue contributing to the company’s long-term success. Fresh graduates eager to embark on a rewarding e-commerce career can register for the Future Operations Leaders Program through bit.ly/ApplyToShopeeFLP2025Now until May 31, 2025. An Open House FLP Roadshow will also be held on May 21, 2025 for an exclusive look into the program.
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Panda Legends Crowned: foodpanda Logistics Riders Battle For Mobile Legends Glory And Php1M
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foodpanda logistics recently concluded Panda Legends: Ride & Conquer, a nationwide Mobile Legends tournament for its Ka-panda delivery partners, with almost Php1,000,000 worth of prizes awarded. The tournament, part of foodpanda Logistics’ ongoing efforts to strengthen community engagement among delivery partners, consisted of multiple stages, with regional qualifying rounds and regional championship games, which culminated in a grand championship event held in Metro Manila.
“We aim to continuously engage our Ka-pandas not just on the road, but also through activities they enjoy, like gaming. Through this Mobile Legends tournament, we provided them with a platform to showcase their skills, build camaraderie, and have fun while competing,” said foodpanda Logisticals Rider Experience Lead Ron Sanders. The event was made possible through the support of sponsors including GoTyme, DITO, Motivo, and Kawasaki, contributing to an exciting and rewarding experience for all participants. For many riders, gaming served as a way to unwind after long hours on the road. John Lloyd Trasmote, a Ka-panda partner biker from Cebu City, shared his experience, saying, “Magandang pagkakataon ito para sa aming mga Ka-panda na mag-bonding at ipakita ang galing natin sagaming. Ang saya makita na sinusuportahan tayo ng foodpanda logistics sa pamamagitan ng ganitong mgaactivities.”
Similarly, John Kenneth Mian from Davao expressed his appreciation, saying, “Matagal na akong naglalaro ng Mobile Legends, at nakakatuwang isipin na makasama ko yungmga kapwa ko rider sa isang actual competition.” Sanders concluded, “With gaming continuing to be a strong passion among many Ka-pandas, Panda Legends proved to be a great initiative that united the community — both on the road and in the virtual battlefield.”
