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Sunday, July 28, 2013

Globe Business and Sutherland Renew Ties

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Business process outsourcing giant Sutherland Global Services recently renewed its collaboration with Globe Business, making the corporate and ICT arm of Globe as its primary Philippine provider for both wired and wireless connectivity services as well as co-location on the telecommunications company’s world-class and state-of-the-art MK2 data center.

Company officials from the US-based BPO confirmed that Globe Business has become its current primary circuit, effectively re-establishing ties forged between two industry prime movers. It has been a partnership built around mutual business confidence and technological reliability since the BPO’s first day of Philippine operations in 2005.

Sutherland’s Associate Vice President for Technology Michael Quiambao said that the importance of seamless connectivity to the BPO and its business cannot be overemphasized. “As far as our clients’ business metrics are concerned, we are bound to honor our commitments with them. Thanks to Globe Business, we strengthen our clients’ faith in us, and in so doing, we boost our credibility with them. We have entrusted our connectivity requirements to Globe Business as the major provider of internet services where most of our applications are routed.”

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Curiosity is a quality that is often associated with danger and mischief. But it is also a valuable skill that propels innovation, initiates breakthroughs and urges a person to keep on pushing and exploring, and in the process, discover new ideas, forge new paths.

The legendary and pioneering denim brand Lee recognizes the power of curiosity, and to celebrate the 100th year anniversary of its iconic Union-Alls, and the exclusive preview of two of its newest innovative product lines for Holiday 2013 – Lee Stretch Deluxe and Blue Label at the Lee Concept store, in Glorietta 2, Lee introduces five highly accomplished individuals, multi-hyphenates who best exemplify how curiosity leads to success – not just in one but in two or more fields.

Leeroy New is known for his work as a sculptor and fashion designer, and he would not strictly call himself any of the two. He explains, “I primarily trained in sculpture because I felt it would best equip me with the skills necessary to execute ideas that were not necessarily 2-dimensional.” The association, he believes, is entirely incidental. “As a natural progression from creating sculptures and defining spaces, I felt at ease with the idea of incorporating the human element into my practice, hence, the works that overlap with the intentions of fashion.”

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"Stay Curious", Lee Jeans’ new campaign is an initiative for the inquisitive. With 124 years of authentic denim heritage, the brand's ability to stay hungry for the new puts them at the forefront of denim innovation. "Stay Curious", a plan of action and engagement is a push to have every unanswered question answered, to have the unfamiliar become more familiar—all by living through your favorite pair of Lee jeans.

"We need that feeling, the emotion and personal expression that for a brand like ours, is critically expressed through the fabric. Denim is intriguing and unique in that it can truly reflect the personality of the wearer - the little scrapes, scuff, tears and frays, the way it gets better with ages and over time becomes part of the person it clothes…’" Lee EMEA Head of Design Gerald Bultot explains.

Every pair of Lee Jeans becomes part of your personal history, living through experiences with you—like second skin. It will document and record your stories. It will become your past, your now and your new. While it certainly reminds you of moments in every stain, rip and wear, it'll also remind you of possibilities. Lee Jeans encourages the liberation of your passion for expression. Take it from the jean-ius himself: “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.”—Albert Einstein.

Make your individual denim documentaries speak, always STAY CURIOUS.

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The 2nd Laguna Blogging Summit officially started its Social Media campaign by launching its new website. All netizens or curious social revolutionist could now check the updates, speakers and sponsorship packages at "labsph.com" which is just newly constructed with the help of SEO strategist Mark Aksay.

The list of speakers are visible in front page and now everyone could have an advance free registration online. For this year, the 2nd Laguna Blogging Summit is expected to be bigger since the first one was a huge success and contributed to the huge influx of tourist to the province of Laguna.

"The laguna blogging summit last year was a huge success judging from the no. of participants who attended. More importantly we were able to project a positive and progressive image for the province under the transformative leadership of gov "ER" ejercito - estregan. The social media event of the Year was able to help laguna increase tourism arrivals from 2.2 million in 2008 to 4.8 million in 2012. We hope to continue this partnership with 2labs and the social media community for a more progressive and vibrant "bagong laguna" ! Mabuhay ang 2Labs at Mabuhay ang Pilipinas !" According to former 2nd District Board Member of Laguna and now the new Philippine Red Cross Assistant Secretary General Neil Andrew Nocon.

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Here is the newbie blogger's advise to some of the top-notch and pro bloggers out there who feel they are the cream of the (coconut) crop:

Huwag po tayo masyadong (Let us not be) overbearing and feeling so responsible to educate, correct, and reprimand our fellow bloggers (both pros and newbies) whom you feel deserve a spanking on the butt. Are you the author of the book on proper bloggers' etiquette and writing style? Please do not act like our parents. I know you mean well, but your ways are just too off the edge and a means to provoke.

Shhh!!!! Keep quiet at huwag muna mag-react violently. Open your mind and try to finish this entire article first.

Marami rin po kasi kaming naririnig na bad tsismis or rumors against top bloggers that feel they are so "clean" and "perfect". But we do not make it a habit to rant online about it. Please realize that you are actually hurting the entire community by making others (of your own kind) look bad.

Seriously (but with fun), I believe everyone in the blogging community has their own unique way of expressing themselves. Kanya-kanyang style lang yan. Walang basagan ng trip!

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There are now services that offer the most affordable international call and text rates on top of competitive UK domestic rates.

Globe Telecom expands its footprint to reach more Filipinos around the world with the establishment of an operating company in the United Kingdom.

UK Globetel Limited, a member of the Globe group of companies, was recently set-up to handle the offering of various telecommunications services in the UK. Services such as voice, SMS, MMS, load top-up and mobile data will be offered by UK Globetel to Filipinos residing in and visiting the United Kingdom.

“Globe is very excited to set foot in the United Kingdom, home to many Filipinos working in a variety of sectors, are permanent migrants, or those visiting for business or leisure, with the launching of UK Globetel Limited and the unveiling of our various services,” said Rizza Maniego-Eala, Head of International Business Group at Globe. “Our thrust is to constantly find innovations and value-for-money offerings that will allow them to constantly keep in touch and keep their ties stronger with their loved ones whether in the UK or back here in the Philippines.”

Globe Powers Annual ASPAC Little League Baseball Regionals In Clark

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As part of its advocacy on sports development and advancement, leading telecommunications company Globe Telecom has thrown its support to the annual Asia-Pacific (ASPAC) Little League Baseball Regionals held at the Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga recently.

In particular, Globe provided the connectivity requirements of the event, thereby, enabling spectators and guests to share their game experience to the world via social media such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

“Globe is an avid supporter of youth development through sports and we are happy to be given the opportunity to be a part of the ASPAC Little League Baseball this year. In addition, we are also proud to showcase what our modernized network can do in Clark Freeport Zone as baseball fans shared their experience to friends online all over the globe via their mobile phones,” said Yoly C. Crisanto, Head of Globe Corporate Communications.

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Get ready for another huge social media event soon brought to you by the same people who gave you the 1st Laguna Blogging Summit.

The 2nd Laguna Blogging Summit 2013 will be held this coming October 15 and 16 and will start at 8am to 5pm at the same venue where it was held last year. The Cultural Center of Laguna, located at the Municipality of Santa Cruz, the capital town of the province of Laguna under Governor Jeorge "ER" Ejercito, will play host once more to the 2nd run of the biggest blogging event in Laguna.

The 2nd Laguna Blogging Summit aims to make all Laguenos aware and more educated about Social Media and Digital Marketing, and will also promote the Tourism of Laguna. The organizers are bringing experts and notable speakers who are highly successful in their respective fields and advocacy programs to share useful strategies and tips to an expected bigger audience.

"The theme this year is Social Revolutionist, very appropriate for what's happening today through the proliferation of social media that's now integrated with our everyday activities. People are not only using Social Media to promote their products or services or just to hook up with their friends, they are also using it for political campaigns, advocacies and even job hunting. Social Media revolution is happening and we can see like-minded individuals gathering to form groups with the same beliefs through the use of Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn and further continuing it offline. There are so many professionals and advocacy groups right now who were formed from Facebook accounts and hugely benefiting from it. We are bringing these experts to Laguna and we are hoping that my fellow Laguenos will learn from them." According to Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas, the lead organizer of this event.

It's More Fun in the Philippines Branding Campaign Wins Yomiuri Advertising Award

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The Philippines continues to attract global attention, as the Department of Tourism’s It’s more fun in the Philippines branding campaign bags the Readers’ Choice for the “Fun” category of the Yomiuri Advertising Award 2013. The awarding ceremony was held on 14 June 2013 at the Prince Tower Hotel, Tokyo, Japan.

Started in 1984, the award was conceptualized with the goal of inviting the readers’ participation in the selection of winners. The award is composed of two main parts: (1) advertisements created by the readers and (2) advertisements selected by the readers. The success of the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) may partly be attributed to the power of social media, this being the launching pad and source of never-ending support. The ‘fun stuff’’ of the website has engaged browsers and supporters to contribute their own versions of the memes. Through the apps, some of the best products have been utilized as materials for above-the-line and below-the-line advertising.

“It may be beginner’s luck as this is the first time that the DOT has advertised in Yomiuri, one of Japan’s leading newspapers. We were told that the DOT is the only national tourism organization (NTO) recipient under this category which could mean one thing: we are undisputedly FUN,” DOT Tourism Attache to Tokyo Valentino Cabansag shared.

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Globe Telecom has again been recognized by institutional investment publication Alpha Southeast Asia as one of the region’s top companies for having a most consistent dividend policy. Globe was also cited by Alpha for the same category last year.

The recognition will be given at the 3rd Annual Southeast Asia Institutional Investor Corporate Awards ceremony which will be held this September.

The citation is based on an annual poll conducted by Alpha Southeast Asia, the only institutional investment publication focused on Southeast Asia.

“With investment interest in the Philippines at an all-time high, the country is firmly back on the screens of investors both domestic and foreign. As a leading telecoms provider with world-class corporate governance standards, Globe Telecom has consistently raised the bar for investor relations and shareholder management. Globe will no doubt remain an investor favorite for many more years to come,” said Siddiq Bazarwala, Publisher, Alpha Southeast Asia.

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The Script Factory, the UK’s leading script development organization, is coming to Manila, Philippines for a three-day script development workshop for film and television drama. A first for Asia, the Script Factory workshop will run from 27-29 September 2013 and will offer 35 participants the chance to train and network alongside scriptwriting and producing talent in Southeast Asia.

The workshop will provide participants with new perspectives on the script development process and focus on screenplay design and structure. It will help participants to be more confident in the art of script & story editing and more effective when assisting writers of feature film and television drama.

Deadline for application is 16 August 2013.

The Script Factory in Manila is hosted by Cinemanila International Film Festival Foundation and the British Council Philippines.

For more information and an application form, please email Cinemanila.moonlight@gmail.com

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Filipinas Stamp Collectors’ Club in cooperation with Philpost, Museo ng Maynila , Intramuros Administration, National Press Club , Winners Foundation , Department of Education , GSIS cordially invites everyone to an afternoon of fun ,travel , unravel stories ,nature tripping, mysteries and ghost sightings behind some of the city’s most historical buildings, wilderness areas and sites! Photography is is allowed with permit !

The FREE tour is scheduled on September 15, 2013,third Sunday of the month. This will also coincide the club’s monthly meeting . To those who are interested in coming to the tour, maximum number of participants ( 30 ) even before the schedule Deadline which is on September 12, 2013 registration is a must for these FREE Guided tour.

Facebook and Yahoo group event page registrants must try to type confirmed in their status otherwise they are not considered registered.

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Have a fun-filled day of interactive writing exercises by joining the Free Writing Adventures event on August 3, 2013 Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Confirm attendance by texting Jasmine Cruz (( Age of the Diary blogger) at 09054419386.

Meeting place: in front of the Rizal monument at Luneta Park (also known as Rizal Park). Get there by riding a bus that says Quiapo taft pgh (it passes in front of Luneta) or LRT 1 U.N. Avenue station (the station is right in front of the park).

For the schedule of awesome activities, check out: http://ageofthediary.wordpress.com/2013/07/08/free-writing-adventures-at-luneta/

Feel free to invite your friends!

Social Media Reputation and Crisis Management Webinar

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Have you ever tried "Googling" your NAME? Try it now and see how Google search results are influencing your Online Reputation.

Great news for those interested for damage control online.

There is a FREE 1 hour Webinar on Social Media Reputation and Crisis Management that will cover:

- What is a Social Media Crisis and how does it affect your Online Reputation?
- Proactive VS Reactive Online Reputation Management
- What to do if "$h1+!" hits the fan!
- Creating a Good Online Reputation by building a Strong Online Presence.

Sign up through this link: ==>> http://www.anymeeting.com/PIID=E957DA83874A3F

Asha Developer Community Meetup

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Join Globe Labs and Nokia Philippines as we kickoff the first Asha Developer Community Meetup on July 25, Thursday, 6 to 9PM for "Asha Developer Night" at 40F Philamlife Tower, Paseo De Roxas, Makati City.

The Asha Developer Community Meetup is a great place to do networking, meet other developers and ask the questions you might have about Nokia platforms.

The evening will include networking and followed by a short program about:
- The Nokia Asha Developer Opportunity
- Introduction to the Asha Software Platform and the Asha SDK

The registration for this event is now to sign-up via this page http://globelabs.doorkeeper.jp/events/5012 or https://www.globelabs.com.ph/blogs/pages/confirmsignup.aspx?PostID=161 and login or register as a member. The event is free from any registration fee., though seats are limited so hurry, as we can only accommodate a number of participants for this event.

Know more about Asha app development and opportunities to monetize your application.

See you at Asha Developer Night on July 26, Thursday at 40F Philamlife Tower, Paseo De Roxas, Makati City!