Having FUN while Having FUNDS with Sun Life Financial

Having FUN while Having FUNDS 

with Sun Life Financial

Cebu’s brightest personalities come together and share how one can pursue his passion while also enjoying financial freedom in Let’s Have Some FUNds at the Ayala Center last June 24th, 2018.

Spectrum "partypreneur" and Rhipstop CEO Kaz Onozawa, architect and Blind Clothing owner Kathrynn Dawn Sy, and Sugbo Mercado partner and marketing and communications manager Karlo Lim took the stage and share how they were able to thrive in their respective pursuits and manage their money at the same time. To complement their stories, Sun Life Trainer Danah Mae Latonio, and Sun Life Regional Sales Managers Margaret Bernardo and Michael Gustilo shared concrete steps that one can take to steer his financial journey in the right direction. My take home? To save 20% of your earnings and invest for the future.

Hosted by Sun Life Trainer and Pop District Bazaar host Jett Pe and Miss Cebu 2011 and ABS-CBN TV personality Mia Ali, Let’s Have Some FUNds also feature musical performances by Jacky Chang, Bethany, and Mandaue Nights.

Pop District Bazaar host Jett Pe and Miss Cebu 2011 and ABS-CBN TV personality Mia Ali

Ms. Jacky Chang

Registrations began at 1pm, and prizes including investment starter funds worth P5,000 and Ayala Cinema movie tickets have been given away in separate raffle draws.

Let’s Have Some FUNds is presented by Sun Life Financial as part of its celebration of Financial Independence Month this June. After Cebu, the event will also be mounted in Davao and Iloilo. Follow Sun Life (@SunLifePH) on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to know more.

The event is also supported by BAI TV, Cebu Bloggers Society, Cebu Content Creators and Ayala Center Cebu.

Kids can also have FUNds while they are having fun in the preparation of their adult life.

About Sun Life Financial

Sun Life Financial is a leading international financial services organization providing a diverse range of insurance, wealth and asset management solutions to individuals and corporate Clients. Sun Life Financial has operations in a number of markets worldwide, including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Japan, Indonesia, India, China, Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Bermuda. As of December 31, 2016, Sun Life Financial had total assets under management of $903 billion. For more information please visit www.sunlife.com.

Sun Life Financial Inc. trades on the Toronto (TSX), New York (NYSE) and Philippine (PSE) stock exchanges under the ticker symbol SLF.

PAMPERS: Lakaw na! Cebu moms dance to the new Pampers Less lawlaw, Go Galaw song!

PAMPERS: Lakaw na!
Cebu moms dance to the new Pampers Less"lawlaw", Go Galaw song! 

Cebu, Philippines (June 22, 2018)--Adorable, smiling babies and their proud mothers recently gathered for the fun Pampers Baby Dance Party to celebrate baby’s freedom of movement in a less lawlaw diaper, a much-anticipated event that thrilled moms and babies in Cebu.

The fun-filled Pampers Baby Dance Party series started in Manila when the mother and baby tandem of Toni and Seve Gonzaga launched the new and improved Pampers Baby Dry.

All looking cute and huggable in colorful tutus, bows, ribbons and wigs, babies and their mothers learned the dance steps of the catchy Pampers Go Galaw Jingle as they took part in a play activity especially designed by Gymboree Cebu.

The upbeat song highlights how babies can go galaw in a less lawlaw diaper, thanks to the new Pampers Baby Dry. Babies swayed joyfully to the music, showing their newly acquired dancing skills to their moms. The superiority of new Pampers Baby Dry diapers was better understood by the parents as they watched their babies move around freely and without any difficulty while wearing diapers that fit snugly and do not hamper active babies’ movement.

There’s a compelling reason to make sure that babies wear diapers that do not sag or leak. According to Go Naked: Diapers Affect Infant Walking, a 2012 study from the US National Institute of Health, the bulk caused by saggy or lawlaw diapers may hinder a child’s ability to walk properly. Not too many mothers realize this, however. According to a nationwide survey done by Pampers, only 8% of moms think that lawlaw diapers can affect how babies move. Pampers has not only increased awareness of the impact of saggy diapers to baby’s movement, they’ve also found a solution!

Lawlaw happens when pee is accumulated in a single spot in the diaper. A lawlaw diaper also means wetness and leaks, as well as the need for more frequent diaper changes.

To address this, Pampers Baby Dry introduced its well-loved magic gel channels to absorb wetness evenly and distribute it throughout the whole diaper. This puts an end to lawlaw, allowing babies to move with more freedom. This helps in their development as babies become free to explore and learn from the world around them. It also makes for less unsightly looking diapers, so that babies look even cuter and more huggable in photos taken at the Mom & Me photo booth.

“At Pampers, we put baby’s development at the core of our innovations. We want them to be comfortable and to move undisturbed by a saggy, lawlaw diaper. Pampers Baby Dry now with magic gel channels ensures everything that a mother can ever ask for – seeing wiggly happy babies dancing, bidding lawlaw goodbye” says Adie Villegas, Pampers Communication Manager. “Since we ‘ve launched more and more moms #ChoosePampers for their babies to have the most fun #PampersGoGalaw days”

Our Happy baby... Ryker Miguel
Thank you, Pampers!

Pampers Baby Dry is available in major supermarkets, groceries, and drug stores nationwide, as well as online on www.lazada.com.ph

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About Pampers®

For more than 50 years, parents have trusted Pampers to care for their babies. Pampers is a part of The Procter & Gamble Company and is the #1-selling diaper worldwide. Every day, more than 25 million babies in 100 countries around the world wear Pampers. Pampers offers a complete range of diapers, wipes and training pants designed to provide protection and comfort for every stage of baby’s development. Visit www.pampers.com to learn more about Pampers products, and find ideas and information to help your baby get the most out of love, sleep and play.

PH Contact Centers Remain at the Helm of Customer Experience Delivery of the Future

PH Contact Centers Remain at the Helm of Customer Experience Delivery of the Future

The local contact center sector is rapidly evolving to match changing requirements from customers.

The rapid evolution of the local contact center sector is arming it with the necessary requirements to deliver customer experience in the future. Contact center companies in the country are exhibiting high level of readiness to take on more challenging tasks that require higher level of skills for both voice and non-voice jobs.

Currently, the Philippines is the biggest source of contact center services, expected to take 16% to 18% of the total outsourced services globally in 2018, based on data from The Everest Group, a Texas-based global consulting and research firm. The country remains ahead of its nearest competitor in this market—India. The data also indicates that the Philippine contact center sector generated US$13 billion in 2017, which will continue to grow by 7% to 9% by the end of 2018.

In Cebu City, one of the most supportive local government units (LGUs) to the sector, the city government is aiming to add at least 50,000 agents to its current roster of call center professionals, a move that is estimated to increase revenue infusion into the city to P10 billion monthly from the current P7 billion monthly from its over 100,000 agents.

Mr. Jojo Uligan - CCAP President
Mr. Butch Valenzuela - CCAP Board of Director
Mr. Bong Borja - CCAP Board of Director ​

To achieve its goal, the city is asking call center firms to let their agents continue pursuing further career development by allowing them to resume schooling for a college or master’s degree while working. This move, the city government says, can also be at the advantage of the sector, which could promote further upgrade in skills and education of their employees.

Meanwhile, in its 2017 assessment of the industry, The Everest Group cited good language skills and high empathy of the local agents coupled with competitive costs for the country’s maintained strength in contact center value proposition. The research company added that cultural affinity to Western countries and government incentives like tax discounts and talent development programs also contribute to the local industry’s continuous growth.

The same study also emphasized that while contact center jobs are still supporting voice-related services, a rising number of tasks involve non-voice channels as well. This shift to non-voice is playing a significant role in the evolution of jobs within the industry.

Voice is still a strong service

A research by the Contact Center Association of the Philippines’ (CCAP), the Job Complexity Survey, indicates that voice service is still a key service offering with about half employees doing voice accounts and the other half non-voice services.


The survey also gives a quick glimpse on the ongoing shift in contact centers’ business models and evolution of agents’ jobs, as reflected in the nature of current job tasks. Of those agents who are doing voice jobs, only 14% are engaged in low-skill tasks. Such traditional voice-job responsibilities include telemarketing, order taking, and provision of simple customer service assistance.

New skill requirements

Those engaged in jobs requiring middle-level skills comprises of 51% of the respondents. Their job tasks range from providing solutions to customers’ problems, processing health claims, domain process assisting, providing technical support, bills collections, and outbound selling.

High-level skill jobs are being done by 35% of the respondents. Some of the tasks they do are decision making for troubled projects and accounts, providing technical support, complex claims processing, technology service desk works, and financial analysis, among others.

These and more insights will be put on further focus in the upcoming Contact Islands 2018, with the theme ‘Leading with CX in a Digital World.’ The two-day annual conference is set on July 25 and 26, 2018 at Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa in Cebu. To register, visit www.ccap.ph. -

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Summer’s not yet over with GetGo’s exciting exclusive offers

Summer’s not yet over with GetGo’s exciting exclusive offers

Summer may be coming to an end, but don’t worry! GetGo has lined up the best and most exciting deals to help you plan and book that much-awaited getaway with your friends and family.

Members are up for hotter adventures as GetGo’s hotel and travel partners roll out its rewarding promos to let you take your friends and family to the most beautiful places inside and outside of the city. All you need to do is provide your GetGo number during booking and present any proof of membership that indicates your GetGo number plus a valid ID upon check-in to instantly enjoy exclusive member rewards such as discounts and points!

Craving for some vitamin sea? Drive your way to the beautiful south and indulge in the stunning view of crystal clear waters when you book a stay in Vivere Azure in Anilao, Batangas. You can also delight in world-class service and accommodation at Vivere Hotel Alabang. Members can redeem up to 70% off on bookings with Vivere Hotels, valid until March 11, 2019.

See the charm of Panglao Island in Bohol and delight in breathtaking sights of its beach at the shores of The Bellevue Resort Bohol. Experience both comfort and luxury at the center of Alabang when you head down to The Bellevue Manila. GetGo members can take advantage of room discounts up to 65% until November 30, 2018, at The Bellevue Hotels.

Want to enjoy the vibrant city life? Live right at the heart of Makati’s central business and entertainment districts and enjoy 60% off on room rates until March 12, 2019, at Best Western Oxford Suites. It is conveniently located within walking distances from malls, museums, and parks so you can make the most out of your staycation. Members can also experience a luxurious staycation at Hotel Celeste as it offers as much as 45% discounts for reservations until March 6, 2019.

Looking for some time away from the hustle and bustle of the city? Pack your bags and drive to Orchid Garden Suites in Malate, Manila. Tucked along the streets of Vito Cruz, this boutique hotel impresses guests with its classic charm and welcoming ambiance. Likewise, this hotel has a rich history to share and GetGo members can discover it for themselves when they book rooms with up to 45% off until March 11, 2019.

GetGo members can also have a relaxing staycation while earning points to #FlyForFree when booking with the program’s hotel partners. Enjoy affordable and comfortable accommodation at Go Hotels and Summit Hotels and collect 2 points per P100 spend. Every qualifying stay at the world-class rooms of Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria and Holiday Inn Manila Galleria also rewards members with a GetGo point. See the wonders of the different places in the Philippines when you visit Taal Vista Hotel, Pico Sands Hotel, Radisson Blu Cebu, Park Inn by Radisson Clark, or Park Inn by Radisson Davao and earn up to 500 GetGo points.

Mark your calendars for an amazing and relaxing weekend staycation with GetGo’s exclusive hotel offers. Members can enjoy up to 70% off on bookings for a more rewarding experience.

Likewise, eager wanderlusts and wide-eyed travelers can go on more trips and collect points for their next adventure with GetGo’s travel partners. Thousands of hotel rooms at the best deals await members who will book with Agoda and Kaligo where they can get up to 10,000 points per booking. Explore local destinations with Travelbook.ph and earn a point per P10 spend. Never miss the opportunity to update your social media when you roam with Traveling Connect and enjoy GetGo points. You can also complete your travel itinerary with mountain hikes and unconventional tours with Klook, Trail Adventures, and Experience Philippines and get additional points per P100 to spend.

Complete your getaways by discovering new places and seeing new sights with GetGo’s travel partners

For more chances of collecting points faster, members can use any of their Cebu Pacific GetGo Cards by UnionBank to turn everyday purchases into exciting free Cebu Pacific flights!

Swipe and fly! Members can use their Cebu Pacific GetGo Cards by UnionBank to collect more points faster for free flights.

So call your loved ones, pack your bags, and get going to your next travel destination. With GetGo’s enticing deals and promos, members can definitely enjoy a rewarding vacation like no other.

For more information on memberships and partnerships, visit www.getgo.com.ph. Stay updated on the latest promos by liking GetGoPH’s official pages on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

BIOESSENCE: Proudly Filipino Brand of Care, Beauty and Wellness

Bioessence

Proudly Filipino Brand of Care, Beauty, and Wellness

Real beauty goes beyond skin deep. Real wellness goes beyond relaxation. The human body is perfectly beautiful - and to realize this, one must go back to tranquility – to one’s true nature. A journey to wellness begins with a caring touch that leads to inner peace of mind, eventually radiating beauty that comes from within.

Bioessence is a premium skin and body wellness center designed to provide complete non-invasive services that rejuvenate the skin, the body, and the mind. With over 23 years of unparalleled success in the industry, it has already grown into over 30 branches nationwide and counting.

As part of the company’s continuous commitment to give value and care to the wellness of their beloved clients, Bioessence continues to improve all aspects of their customer’s journey. Part of the commitment is to expand the brand’s presence to make Bioessence available for every Filipino. With this comes the first ever Bioessence branch at the Heart of Visayas, Cebu City.

The newly opened branch boasts of state of art facilities, treatments and machines of the latest technology and a highly professional, well- trained staff that will ensure that each and every client who visits will be properly taken care of – making Bioessence a pioneer in professionalizing the beauty and wellness industry.

For Skin Wellness, Bioessence’s skin treatments are scientifically proven and have gone through rigorous research and studies to customize procedures with the unique Filipino skin.

For Body Wellness, Bioessence takes pampering to a higher level as it takes relaxation seriously and personally with every massage and treatment. With Bioessence, body wellness takes on a different and new meaning – one that truly nourishes and detoxifies.

For a complete skin and body wellness experience, Bioessence offers a wide range of products from beauty to relaxation – skin cleansers, serums, soaps, aromatherapy, to name a few -making Bioessence’s total wellness treatments more than an experience, but a lifestyle.

Dr. Emma Beleno-Guerrero, the Founding President of Bioessence, takes pride in her native Davao roots as reflected in the interiors of every Bioessence branch. The intricate interior design speaks of the rich Mindanaoan heritage – its art and its culture, giving clients and guests a taste of class that is uniquely our own

Dr. Emma Beleno-Guerrero, the Founding President of Bioessence

Founding President, Dr. Emma Guerrero and Ms. Raquel Baria, Area Manager

Bioessence also upholds a philosophy of Caring Beyond Beauty as it continuously uplifts the lives of many Filipinos through its special brand of personal care that is incomparable in the business.

Through the years, Bioessence has become a strong brand in the beauty and wellness industry -a force to reckon with in advocating beauty with a purpose.

Bioessence can make you beyond beautiful. So let us make this beautiful journey to skin and body wellness together, today.

Congratulations, BIOESSENCE Cebu

Follow them at:
www.bioessence.ph
Facebook.com/BioessencePH
IG: @BioessencePH
Or visit Bioessence at the 3rd level, SM City Cebu.