The PR & Events Circuit

GMA Regional TV—the regional arm of GMA Network—brings to Iloilo the stars of current and upcoming Kapuso shows as well as the country’s most sought-after concert performers as part of the exciting and colorful celebration of Dinagyang Festival from January 25 to 27. Cast members of the hit Afternoon Prime series My Special Tatay—Arra San Agustin, Bruno Gabriel, and Rita Daniela wowed their fans during the Kapuso Mall Show at Festive Walk Mall last January 25.

All roads lead to Megaworld Iloilo Business Park as the township hosts the grandest celebrations of this year’s much-anticipated Dinagyang Festival. A total of 19 events are set to take place in different areas all over Iloilo Business Park.

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Media giant GMA Network capped off another successful year as it continued to lead in nationwide ratings throughout 2018 based on full year data from Nielsen TV Audience Measurement, the industry’s widely-trusted ratings service provider. From January to December (with December 23 to 31 based on overnight data), GMA tallied 40.8 percent total day people audience share, which bested ABS-CBN’s 37.5 percent, in the National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM). The Kapuso Network was also the most watched station in both Urban Luzon and Mega Manila – winning across all day parts including the hotly contested primetime block. Urban Luzon and Mega Manila respectively account for 76 and 59 percent of all urban viewers in the country.

Globe Business, the enterprise information and communications technology (ICT) arm of Globe Telecom, and the City Government of Tuguegarao have entered into a strategic partnership to provide fast and reliable internet to the people of Tuguegarao City, Cagayan.  The Tuguegarao City Government  has signed up for Globe Business’ Direct Internet which allows the local government unit (LGU) to offer its constituents fast and reliable internet access supported by a robust and broad international and domestic network.  “Aside from the need to have fast and reliable internet connectivity to effectively cater to the communication needs of all offices in the City Hall, the project also aims to extend its reach to Public Schools, specifically the students and teachers,” said Tuguegarao City Mayor Atty. Jefferson Soriano. 

The Department of Tourism-Department of Public Works and Highways (DOT-DPWH) Convergence Program on Tourism Road Infrastructure Projects (TRIP) will conduct a Regional Consultative Workshop to present its 2018 accomplishments and updates on pending/upcoming projects.  Moreover, the improved Tourism Road Infrastructure Project Prioritization Criteria (TRIPPC) Guidelines and indicative steps for submission of required documents will be discussed during the workshop.  Road project in Brgy. Bucari, Leon, ILoilo  Photo by Kenshin Elumba DOT Region VI Director Atty. Helen J. Catalbas said the project proposals previously submitted and were not considered in Fiscal Year 2019 will be reassessed and revalidated for possible consideration under the FY 2020 listing.  “In 2018, 79 of the 168 proposed tourism road projects in Western Visayas were included in the GAA amounting to P2.48-billion. These road projects made more tourism destinations accessible to to...

Boracay may have opened again for international and local tourists to enjoy but local leaders and authorities are still keeping an eye on businesses to ensure that all enterprises remain compliant to environmental policies and that new measures to preserve this highly-popular destination are strictly followed. Thus, in support of the government’s efforts, Globe Telecom, together with Save Philippine Seas (SPS), facilitated a one-day marine biodiversity workshop for some 30 business stakeholders, including hotel and owners of various establishments in the island.     Boracay stakeholders during the marine conservation workshop as p articipants commit to implement lessons learned In response, participants pledged their commitment to implement immediately the sustainable practices they learned at the workshop. Yoly Crisanto, Globe Chief Sustainability Officer and SVP for Corporate Communications said: “We work with the community to promote environment-friendl...

Download the Android and IOS versions of the more advanced, yet friendlier Sinulog 2019 mobile companion at Google Play and App Store now. This digital companion shall enchant digital-savvy devotees and revelers of the Southeast Asia’s grandest festival, said Cebu City Councilor Dave Tumulak. “I’m looking forward to new features like getting rewards for posting photos of your Sinulog Moments and the opportunity of users to vote, not only for their favorite festival queen, but also their favorite contingent, said the city official, who chairs the Sinulog Foundation Executive Committee. The Sinulog 2019 app has been so designed so users can continue using several features like checking on the schedules and the maps on Sinulog weekend. They can even vote for their favorite contingents, said Tumulak.

Globe Telecom, through its information and communications technology arm Globe Business, and TechZone Philippines Inc. have launched TechGlobal Data Center, Inc. a joint venture aimed at catering to the changing needs and preferences of IT gaming enterprises. TechGlobal provides a globally competitive, carrier-neutral facility to manage customers’ critical ICT requirements which calls for the highest level of availability, reliability, and security. TechGlobal forms part of Globe Telecom and TechZone’s strengthened approach in addressing the requirements of enterprises that need higher power output and extra layers of security. TechGlobal CEO Mike Frausing (Left), TechGlobal Operations team, and the Globe Governance Team with AJA Auditors. “The reason we created TechGlobal is to ensure that, with the understanding and expertise of both TechZone and Globe, we can cater to the end-to-end needs of our online gaming clients. As such, Globe provides the technical expertise t...

GMA Artist Center proudly welcomed Queen of Creative Collaborations Heart Evangelista into its roster of talents as she signed an exclusive management contract last December 13. Heart reveals that she is very happy with the way GMA is handling her career all these years, “It’s very natural that I’m really here. I’ve been with GMA for a very long time so malaki rin talaga ang utang na loob ko sa kanila for being there for me. They are very supportive pagdating sa aking international commitments.” Heart has evolved from being a professional actor and television host to a sought-after international and local brand endorser, sold-out visual artist, bestselling author, fashion influencer, beauty icon, and entrepreneur. She is one of the country’s most recognized celebrities, and advocates for children’s health and education, individuals with special needs, and animal welfare.

Following its recent rehabilitation efforts in Boracay, Globe Telecom led an awareness campaign on Marine Biodoversity Conservation in Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte which is dubbed as the surfing mecca of the Philippines. This was done through Globe myBusiness which caters to the business needs of micro, small, and medium enterprises, in partnership with Save Philippine Seas (SPS), an independent non-government, non-profit organization that aims to protect the country’s rich marine resources. Siargao business owners attend the Globe myBusiness awareness campaign on marine biodiversity conservation in General Luna, Siargao Island Several stakeholders including 30 business owners and a representative from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) attended the 1.5 day marine biodiversity workshop to discuss best practices on sustainability and biodiversity. “This program of Globe about Marine Biodiversity and Sustainable Business Practices is a big...

In what has become a yearly Christmas tradition, Globe Telecom has partnered with Philippine Airlines (PAL) to make the homecoming and family reunions of returning Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) even more memorable with special gifts at Globe Balikbayan: A Wonderful Christmas Reunion! This year, surprise gifts packs and a special Christmas choir greeted travelers not only at the NAIA Terminals 1-3 in Manila, but also at the Cebu and Davao international airports. More than 1,400 passengers arriving from Dubai, Hong Kong, and Abu Dhabi were given surprise gift packs. After arriving and claiming their luggage, passengers were directed to an area with a Christmas choir and dressed-up Globe Christmas booth. They were then serenaded by classic holiday songs and given Noche Buena gift packs containing local goodies they might have missed to share with their families. They also received free Globe Traveler SIM cards so they could immediately get in touch with their loved ones. ...