Author: Team Orange

Women are slowly but surely gaining a foothold when it comes to holding leadership positions. According to the 2024 Women in Business report of consulting firm Grant Thornton, the upward trend of women in senior management positions rose to 33.5% in 2023, up from 32% and 31% in 2022 and 2021, respectively. The rise of the “girlboss” – defined as an ambitious and successful woman – is a positive step towards gender equality. Females being in charge also extend beyond the workplace, with women finding new ways to be financially empowered as well – maximizing their savings, hitting their money…

City Savings Bank (CitySavings), the thrift arm of Aboitiz-led Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank), has reaffirmed its commitment to support teachers and learners through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Department of Education (DepEd) last February 17, 2025. The agreement strengthens its continuing partnership with the DepEd as CitySavings pursues learning and teaching support programs that align with the government agency’s current 5-Point Agenda, which proactively addresses relevant issues in the education sector. During the MOA signing, CitySavings Chairperson of the Board and UnionBank President and CEO Ana Aboitiz – Delgado recounted, “City Savings Bank was founded by…

Filipinos unknowingly lost approximately PHP 8.37 billion to hidden foreign exchange (FX) fees in 2023, according to new research commissioned by Wise, the global technology company building the best way to move and manage money around the world. The cost of remittances has long been a global concern, with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (UNSDG) aiming to lower fees to 3% by 20301. However, despite these global efforts, many Filipinos continue to pay excessive hidden fees when sending and receiving money internationally. Hidden fees are costing Filipinos billions – without them realizing it According to Wise, over 7 in…

ABP Group, Asia’s leading cybersecurity technology provider, has officially expanded into the Philippines, marking a significant milestone in its mission to create a safe and secure digital world. The ABP Group hosted an inauguration event in Manila, bringing together key stakeholders, industry experts, and business leaders to highlight its commitment to delivering cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions and addressing the growing threats in the region’s digital economy. “The Philippines is experiencing rapid digital growth, and with that comes the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity frameworks,” said Sun Yi, CEO of ABP Group. “We are excited to bring our expertise to the market,…

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Clara Benin, prolific post-rock artist GABBA, and seasoned musician Kakoy Legaspi will be joining Johnoy Danao’s highly anticipated first solo concert Liwayway at Dapithapon, happening on March 14 to 15, 2025, at the Metropolitan Theater (MET) in Manila. Both Benin and GABBA are announced to perform on the first day of the concert, while Kakoy Legaspi will reunite with Danao on day 2. “All guests are handpicked by Johnoy Danao,” minsan studio head Jason Conanan reveals. “Each of them has played a crucial part in his music journey, both as collaborators and real-life friends.”

GForest, the in-app tech platform created by GCash to empower users to contribute to various environmental initiatives, its planting partners and 21 million GForest “Green Heroes” active users, have planted a monumental 4 million trees in 2024. This milestone has advanced the ecological and socioeconomic impact of reforestation and agroforestry projects carried out in partnership with the ABS-CBN Foundation, Culion Foundation, Friends of Hope, Inc., the Philippine Coffee Board, Inc. (PCBI), Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (RAFI), Silliman University, and The World Wildlife Fund (WWF). GForest is a digital eco movement where anyone can help the environment and empower local communities…

This World Kidney Day, Boehringer Ingelheim encourages Filipinos to prioritize kidney and heart health in 2025 by managing blood pressure and getting checked for chronic kidney disease (CKD). The start of every new year is a time for fresh starts and healthier habits. Yet, for millions of Filipinos chronic health conditions like hypertension and CKD remain silent threats that require urgent attention. Hypertensive diseases were ranked as the fifth leading cause of death in the country in 2022. Hypertension occurs when blood pressure is persistently above normal. A variety of reasons can build to it, and some risk factors include…

In a candid and thought-provoking roundtable co-hosted by leading insurance firm AIA Philippines and women empowerment platform She Talks Asia, women from diverse backgrounds came together to discuss topics that are often kept under wraps, challenge stereotypes, and unpack limiting beliefs that hinder their wealth and well-being. This conversation created a much-needed safe space to rethink how women view money, defy societal norms, and prioritize both immediate needs and long-term goals. From discomfort around discussing finances to undervaluing one’s worth, these are the dialogues we need to have—more openly and more often. Topics like these often get swept under the…

From anthems of love to songs of hope and pride, the upcoming musical “Delia D” will breathe new life into the beloved songs of renowned Kapamilya songwriter-producer Jonathan Manalo. Happening at the Newport Performing Arts Theater from April 25 to June 8, “Delia D: A Musical Featuring the Songs of Jonathan Manalo” is a musical about chasing dreams and finding one’s voice with the titular character, Delia, a drag performer entering the world’s biggest singing competition. Jonathan’s music, which has made a significant impact on the OPM scene in over two decades, is accompanying Delia’s journey of self-discovery along with…

Bord Bia – The Irish food board hosted the Sustainable European Dairy from Ireland trade seminar marking the end of the three-year promotional campaign In the region. The campaign, has helped grow awareness of European Dairy from Ireland as a supplier of sustainable dairy products in the region, has seen a strong Interest from the Philippines over the past three years. The seminar, opened by H.E Emma Hickey, Ambassador of Ireland to the Philippines welcomed over 50 key representatives from the Philippine Dairy industry with interest in European Dairy from Ireland. During her welcome remarks, Ambassador Hickey noted that the…

Women in the tech industry have made significant strides in recent years. According to a study by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), while the sector remains predominantly male-dominated, women now make up 32 percent of the IT industry workforce—a testament to the growing recognition of their contributions. Although this figure remains relatively small, it highlights the increasing acknowledgment of women’s role in shaping the future of IT. delaware Philippines stands at the forefront of this progress. As a global leader in delivering advanced ICT solutions and services, the company has demonstrated that innovation and transformation flourish when women lead. The company…