SM Prime, DTI empower MSMEs with 83 SM mall spaces, training, and mentorship

by Info @Brand Zone | July 10, 2024

Good news for Micro-, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs)! SM Prime Holdings (SM Prime) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) solidified a partnership through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing ceremony held on July 1 at the SM Prime Headquarters.

This collaboration empowers MSMEs with prime mall space in 83 SM Malls nationwide, aligning with the One Town, One Product (OTOP) Philippines program. Besides providing space, SM Prime offers MSMEs discounted booth rentals, training programs on product development, marketing, financial management, and mentorship opportunities with experienced business leaders.

SM Supermalls’ President Steven Tan (3rd from left) and Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Alfredo Pascual (3rd from right) with (L-R): SM Supermalls’ Assistant Vice President for Operations Royston Cabunag, SM Supermalls’ Vice President for Operations Junias Eusebio, DTI Undersecretary for Micro-, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSME) Development Group Cristina Roque, and DTI-Bureau of Market Development, Promotions, and One Town, One Product (OTOP) Philippines Director Marievic Bonoan

Support local, savor diversity at the 10th National Food Fair in SM Megamall

by Info @Brand Zone | July 8, 2024

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is hosting the 10th National Food Fair from July 3-7, 2024, at SM Megamall’s Megatrade Halls 1-3, 5th level. This premier event champions the Philippines' rich flavors and empowers over 200 Micro-, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs). Discover a bounty of fresh produce, regional specialties, and delectable treats from all corners of the archipelago. Stock up on pantry staples, explore health-conscious options, and find unique ingredients to elevate your cooking.

(L-R): Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Undersecretary for Micro-, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSME) Development Group Cristina Roque, Guest of Honor Winnie Chua-Go, and DTI-Bureau of Market Development, Promotions, and One Town, One Product (OTOP) Philippines Director Marievic Bonoan

A potential buyer gets ready to take home bottled Bicol Express and Laing at the 10th National Food Fair in SM Megamall.

Rich chocolate products of Davao del Sur and Misamis Oriental.

Rich and creamy golden salted eggs..

A variety of coconut products from San Pablo, Laguna.

Ricky Reyes' Hair & Makeup Trends 2024, pinangalanan ang mga kampeon sa SM Mall of Asia

by Info @Brand Zone | July 6, 2024

Ang style, kagandahan, at wellness ang bumida sa Ricky Reyes’ Hair & Makeup Trends 2024 Grand Finals noong Hunyo 26 sa SM Mall of Asia Music Hall. Sa pakikipagtulungan ng Philippine Red Cross, Philippine Cancer Society, at mga Local Government Units (LGUs), ang espesyal na proyektong ito na pinangunahan ng Filipino Hairdressers Association (PHILHAIR), kasama ang Metro Manila Mayors Spouses Foundations Inc. (MMMSFI), ay nagdala ng inspirasyon sa mga manonood at kalahok.

Ang Hair & Makeup Trends 2024 – Health and Beauty Caravan ni Ricky Reyes ay idinisenyo upang magtaguyod at suportahan ang komunidad sa pamamagitan ng pagbibigay ng mga pagkakataon para sa mga propesyonal at mahilig sa kagandahan na magpakitang-gilas. Ang mga kalahok mula sa buong bansa ay sumabak sa pagkakataong ipakita ang kanilang talento at pagkamalikhain sa mga kategoryang tulad ng Unisex Hair Styling Category, Rebond Plus Category, Bridal Makeup Category, at ang bagong Ganda Ng Lola Category, kung saan ipinapakita ng mga senior citizens ang pinaka-glamorous na mga itsura.

Isang hurado mula sa Asia Pacific Hairdressers & Cosmetologists Association ang nag-evaluate ng mga kalahok sa Unisex Hair Styling Category.

Ang mga hurado para sa Grand Finals ngayong taon ay kinabibilangan ng mga nangungunang stylists at makeup artists mula sa buong mundo, tulad nina Sun Heang (Cambodia), Wong Kwok Ah (China), Theresa Tam (Thailand), Edward Wong (Singapore), at Fatou N'doye (Australia).

Ang modelo ng Rebond Plus Champion na si Regi Cruz.

Ang modelo ng Bridal Makeup Category champion na si Darlyn Fuentebella.

Ang isang finalist sa Bridal Makeup Category ay nagsho-showcase ng modernong bridal beauty.

Sa Ganda ng Lola Category, ang makeup artist na si Bhenj Brugada at ang 60-taong-gulang na si Cathy Masada (nasa photo) ay nanalo bilang Champion dahil sa konseptong Cruella de Vil mula sa nobelang, The Hundred and One Dalmatians.

Ang isang finalist sa Ganda ng Lola Category ang nagpapatunay na ang edad ay numero lamang.

Ganda ng Lola Champion na si Bhenj Brugada (ika-3 mula sa kaliwa), first runner-up na si Angelo Talastas (ika-2 mula sa kanan), at second runner-up na si Mark Jason Aranto (pinaka-kaliwa).

Ang Hair & Makeup Trends 2024 ni Ricky Reyes ay naging simbolo ng suporta at growth para sa mga propesyonal at mahilig sa kagandahan, at ang grand finals sa SM Mall of Asia ay ang krusyal na bahagi ng ilang buwang pagsisikap, pagkamalikhain, at passion. Ito ay naging posible sa pamamagitan ng SM Store Mall of Asia, Modern Shang, Watsons Philippines, Kultura, Chinabank, Bioreach, Ashley Shine, Hair Treats, at iFace (BYS Cosmetics).

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