Author: Team Orange

AIA Philippines (formerly AIA Philam Life), in partnership with their parent company AIA Group, the largest independent publicly listed pan-Asian life insurance group, and English Premier League professional football club Tottenham Hotspur, recently auctioned off signed team shirts that were worn by team members during their #AIAGoalForGood charity matchup against Luton Town. The shirt, which featured a bespoke ICanServe Foundation emblem instead of the AIA logo, fetched over PHP1 million for the benefit of ICanServe Foundation, an advocacy group of breast cancer survivors and volunteers in the Philippines. The foundation was chosen by AIA Philippines as the auction beneficiary.

Pru Life UK ramps up its recruitment efforts to empower ambitious individuals from all walks of life to build a long-lasting business with the leading life insurer. Through a series of Build Your Business (BYB) sessions—held online and in person in key cities across the country—seasoned PRU business builders share their success stories and tips to encourage attendees to pursue their own business goals. “By choosing Pru Life UK, aspiring financial advisors can be confident that they are backed by the #1 life insurer in the country with strong market presence and solid financial results,” said Marylin Detalla-Averia, Chief Agency…

A batch of 48 scholars funded by Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI) recently graduated after completing training under the Amazon Web Services (AWS) re/Start program, in the high-growth field of cloud computing. Late last year, Chevron Philippines Inc., a marketer of the Caltex brand of fuel and lubricants, partnered with Edukasyon.ph to launch a program focused on providing digital training for underprivileged youths on cloud computing skills under the AWS re/Start program. Edukasyon.ph is a social enterprise that utilizes online platforms to connect learners with educational opportunities and foster career awareness. CPI is offering support to aspiring professionals, especially underprivileged youth,…

With a customer base of over 10 million, Home Credit Philippines (HCPH) serves a wide range of Filipinos, with 78% percent of its sales coming from customers residing outside the National Capital Region. Recognizing the diversity within its customer base, Home Credit has developed offers tailored to resonate with various segments, aiming to empower their lives. In a recent event held by HCPH, Sheila Paul, Chief Marketing Officer of HCPH, mentioned that to provide financial and credit opportunities to Filipinos during peak shopping seasons, HCPH banners three year-round major campaigns where customers can purchase their products with great deals, including…

When the month of May comes around, the Philippines comes alive with a plethora of colorful and joyous fiestas. These celebrations showcase the country’s heritage through different events filled with music, dance, and culinary delights. CIMB Bank Philippines, the most awarded digital-only commercial bank in the country, shares a list of celebrations this month so you can add fiesta-hopping to your summer adventures: Pahiyas Festival – a feast for the eyes One of the most famous May festivals is the Pahiyas Festival in Lucban, Quezon. Celebrated every May 15 and lasting around two weeks, it is a colorful harvest festival…

Students of General Pio National High School were treated to a special meet and greet visit by Edwin “Daddy Ed” Coquilla, an advocate for Alternative Learning System (ALS), and Vhincel Donn “Vhince” Polinag, a youth leadership and empowerment enthusiast, on May 8, 2024. Hosted by Miss Tammy Magay and Mr. Joy Cabonce from the ALS Department, the event welcomed the Project Eight Initiative team with warmth and enthusiasm. The day commenced with a courtesy visit to the School Principal, Miss Juliet Melo, setting a tone of collaboration and mutual respect. Following this, Coquilla took the floor to share insights about…

At ceremonies held at the Makati Diamond Residences, 22 individuals were given the highest industry honors by the Ad Standards Council in celebration of their role in paving the way for the country’s advertising industry to take the reins and lead itself. In short, liberating the industry to create and operate using self-regulating guidelines. Do you know that the ad you just saw underwent a process to make sure it’s fair, factual and fit for public consumption? In the Philippines, advertising runs on self-regulation. Advertising adheres to guidelines that promote fair-trade practices, presents substantiated claims, and protects the rights of…

Get ready, coffee lovers – McDonald’s is unveiling new McCafé Summer Brews to beat the heat with McCafé Cereal Milk and Toasted Coconut Iced Coffees! The new flavors will be hitting McDonald’s stores nationwide today. The McCafé Summer Brews are arriving at the perfect time: as the Philippines is experiencing a record-breaking heat wave that has everyone hot and bothered, coffee lovers seek an ice-cool way to get their regular fix. Each McCafé Summer Brews flavor will be available in three varieties: aside from iced coffee, there will be options for coffee floats and iced lattes, giving customers the chance…

SM Cares’ Book Nook fosters a love for reading and community engagement through its open library. In alignment with GMA Network’s steadfast belief in the transformative power of reading, a recent book turnover ceremony at SM Aura’s Book Nook saw the donation of the beautifully illustrated “Si Gren, Ang Kaibigan Kong Alien” by the media giant. “Si Gren, Ang Kaibigan Kong Alien” is about the friendship of a young boy and an alien who visits Earth to learn about games kids play. The story promotes kindness, diversity, and accepting others, in a way that’s easy for children to understand. This…

PLDT wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is making high-speed connectivity even more accessible to Filipinos as it introduces the Smart Bro 5G Pocket Pro, a powerhouse device that can connect up to 15 gadgets simultaneously to the Smart 5G network. Safe, secure, and backed by Smart’s award-winning mobile network, the Smart Bro 5G Pocket Pro WiFi is specifically designed for professionals such as entrepreneurs and freelancers who juggle multiple responsibilities and devices, as well as individuals in fast-paced roles requiring seamless connectivity for productivity on the go. The device also enables those who still don’t have a 5G-enabled smartphone…

Bradley Simpson’s debut solo single ‘Cry At The Moon’ occupied a rarely explored sweet spot between styles: classic ‘70s Americana with a surging intensity that echoes the swaggering spirit of the indie-rock greats, but also with the contemporary, pop-tinged edge that can only come from an artist who has headlined London’s 20,000 capacity O2 arena on multiple occasions. From that compelling introduction, Bradley now powers into the release of his new single ‘Picasso’. Produced by the two-time Grammy nominee BOOTS (Beyoncé), with a dreamy undercurrent of ‘60s psychedelia and wonky bedroom pop, ‘Picasso’ is symbolic of what Bradley does so…