Saturday, April 4, 2026

Chevron Employees Run to Fund Scholars During 12th AmCham ScholaRun

Chevron sponsored the 12th AmCham ScholaRun, which funds Filipino scholars’ dreams, one step at a time. 

Chevron returns as a co-presenter sponsor for the 12th AmCham ScholaRun, staying true to its commitment to empower Filipino youth through education. This is an annual fun run organized by the American Chamber Foundation Philippines, Inc., to raise funds to support disadvantaged Filipino students’ schooling. 

Held for the first time at the Plaza Moriones in Intramuros, Manila, this year’s edition carried the venue’s heritage with the theme “Fiesta of Hope:  Funding Dreams, One Step at a Time.” 

Thursday, April 2, 2026

Trabaho O Negosyo Launches At SM MOA

What if one day could shape both how you work and how you earn? Trabaho at Negosyo brings employment and entrepreneurship together—redefining the job fair as a career launchpad that connects Filipinos to jobs, mentoring, and skills for what comes next.

Thousands participated as Go Negosyo, in partnership with SM Supermalls, mounted the March 6 Trabaho at Negosyo at SM Mall of Asia—transforming a single day into a career crossroads all for Filipinos. Fully supported by SM Job Fairs and SM for MSMEs, this comprehensive event created vital community opportunities by matching job seekers with employers and providing aspiring entrepreneurs with expert mentorship and clear pathways to success.  

DTI and SM Supermalls Strengthen Partnership to Help MSMEs Scale

“Apatnapu’t dalawa kaming kababaihan sa aming barangay na dati ay walang hanapbuhay. Sa tulong ng aming kooperatiba at ng DTI, nagkaroon kami ng pagkakataong kumita. Lalo na kapag nandito kami sa SM Supermalls—mas dumadami ang aming bulk orders.”

— Elsie Balidiong, Salngan Livelihood Multi-Purpose Cooperative, Oton, Iloilo

The 2026 DTI–Bagong Pilipinas National Trade Fair concluded at SM Megamall after five days of showcasing Filipino enterprise, creativity, and resilience—bringing together MSMEs, institutional buyers, and consumers in a highly accessible, high-engagement setting that turned commerce into a shared public experience.

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Instant Jobs, Real Impact: Stories from SM Group Job Fair at SM North EDSA

“Hindi ko po akalain na matatanggap ako ngayon,” shared Felo Garcia, hired on the spot as a Sales Associate. “Salamat po SM dahil makaka-provide na ako sa mga pangangailangan ng anak ko at pamilya ko.”

Another hired-on-the-spot applicant, Joel Azores, emphasized the credibility and impact of the event, saying, “One hundred percent ka po matatanggap sa Mega Job Fair dahil puro legit na company dito.”

With 25 participating employers, more than a thousand job seekers, and 236 or 22% hired on the spot, the annual SM Group Job Fair at SM City North EDSA once again proved to be a powerful platform for connecting Filipinos to real and immediate employment opportunities.

Saturday, March 21, 2026

Erceflora Strengthens Its Commitment to Gut Health Education This Batang Matatag Day 2026

Persistent gaps in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities in schools continue to put Filipino children at risk of preventable infections. In the Philippines, diarrhea remains one of the leading causes of illness and hospitalization nationwide, with studies linking around 80% of diarrhea-related deaths to poor access to safe water and sanitation. This recent health concern shows how unsafe water and poor hygiene continue to expose children to avoidable infections. 

FedEx Named 2025 Top Importer at Port of Clark by Bureau of Customs

Recognition underscores the company’s commitment to compliance, operational excellence, and enabling trade in the Philippines

Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the world's largest express transportation companies, has been recognized as the 2025 Top Importer for the Port of Clark by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) for its significant contributions to revenue collection and its consistent compliance with customs regulations.

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Honda Philippines Inc. Celebrates the Click125 New Model and Engine Localization Milestone

Milestone reinforces the company’s leadership in the country and among Filipino consumers

[From L-R] Ms. Maria Fe Quijano, Honda Philippines Inc. (HPI), Assistant Vice President Finance;  Mr. Juan Gerry Datario, HPI Assistant Vice President Administration Division; Mr. Seiki Futagoishi, Honda Parts Manufacturing Corp. (HPMC) President; Mr. Takeshi Kobayashi, HPI President; Mr. Junichiro Imamura, General Manager, Honda Motor Co., Ltd.;;  Mr. Reynaldo Lignes, Board of Investment (BOI), Acting Director, Manufacturing Industries Service; Mr. Elvin Garcia, Acting Division Chief, Heavy Industries Division, Manufacturing Industries Service; Mr. Taguchi Tetsuro, Honda Motor Co., Ltd Strategy Division; Mr. Hikaru Yokomura, Chief Engineer, LPL, Honda R&D Southeast Asia;  Mr. Kohei Yamamoto, HPI Executive Vice President-Manufacturing Division; Mr. Jomel Jerezo, HPI Vice President-MC Sales Office & Supply Chain Management Division; Mr. Motomasa Komori HPI Vice President-Finance Division;