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| L-R: Growth Circle International Founder and Chairman Reymond delos Reyes, Taiwan Trade Center Manila Director Alex Lai, Taiwan Excellence mascot Fu Bear, Anytime Fitness Asia Corporate Senior Vice President for Operations Anne Constantino, Anytime Fitness Asia Chief Operating Officer Mark de Joya (Image Source: Orange Magazine TV/Taiwan Excellence Philippines) |
Taiwan Excellence’s global contest for smart health and fitness solutions partners with the Growth Circle International (GCI) and Anytime Fitness for the nationwide call for entry proposals. The initiative, titled ‘Go Healthy With Taiwan’, calls for proposals to improve wellness needs in communities while applying Taiwan products, technologies, or business models. The six global finalists will be given the opportunity to visit Taiwan in an all-expense paid trip, where they will also defend their proposals. The top three global winners will be awarded US$30,000 each.
In the press conference announcing the partnership held last July 29, 2025 at Anytime Fitness Araneta Quezon City, representatives of each institution were given the opportunity to express their support for the ‘Go Healthy With Taiwan’ initiative. Taiwan Trade Center (TTC) Manila Director Alex Lai welcomed everyone to the event with opening remarks and shared a message of appreciation to the supporting partners of the campaign, stating, “On behalf of Taiwan Trade Center, Manila, it is with great pride and thanks that I express my appreciation to Anytime Fitness and Growth Circle International for working with us on the ‘Go Healthy With Taiwan’ campaign. We believe that by working together, we can make a real difference and help more people live better lives, not only here, but around the world.” Anytime Fitness Asia Chief Operating Officer Mark de Joya then spoke on the benefits of entering the proposal contest, noting the one-month free gym membership offered to their member participants. “We, at Anytime Fitness, are proud to support the ‘Go Healthy With Taiwan’ initiative with Taiwan Excellence. As a brand committed to making healthy happen, we’re excited to offer Filipinos greater access to innovative fitness through Taiwan technology. We encourage Filipinos to join the initiative, that’s why we are giving away one-month of free membership to those who join the ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ proposal contest.”
Anytime Fitness Asia Corporate Senior Vice President for Operations Anne Constantino shared her message to further express the support of Anytime Fitness for the campaign, stating, “We’re very grateful to partner with Taiwan Excellence and GCI for the ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ campaign. With this partnership and through this initiative, we will achieve what we are advocating for — a future that is healthier for all.” GCI Founder and Chairman Reymond delos Reyes also shared about the long-lasting impact that initiatives like ‘Go Healthy With Taiwan’ can have on Filipinos, from community-wide to nationwide, stating, “We believe that empowering Filipinos to improve health in their communities can have a ripple effect, boosting productivity, supporting local businesses, and enhancing quality of life. Campaigns like ‘Go Healthy With Taiwan’ serve as a catalyst for that kind of progress.” Those aspiring to take part in the ‘Go Healthy With Taiwan’ global contest can submit their proposals through the e-form at https://bit.ly/GoHealthyWithTaiwanSubmission. Deadline for submission of proposals is on August 14, 2025. Taiwan Excellence invites Filipinos to innovate and collaborate for healthier communities nationwide. ‘Go Healthy With Taiwan’ is also supported by De La Salle University, Ateneo De Manila University, Our Lady of Fatima University, and the Local Economic and Investment Promotion Office (LEIPO).
