National PR Congress ventures “into the unknown”

The 31st installment of the annual event aims to help shed light on developments that impact the communication profession

The National Public Relations Congress, the biggest learning and networking event in the local PR industry, will be holding its 31st installment on September 26-27 at The Manila Hotel, with a host of expert speakers to discuss some of the most relevant topics for industry practitioners today.

This year’s theme, dubbed “Into the Unknown: Communication in the Time of VUCA,” will bring to the fore some recent and possible future developments that have rocked and may potentially disrupt the industry. VUCA stands for volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity – a state of constant and unpredictable change that demands novel and agile strategies to be able to succeed.

IVO hits over 100 Ace Hardware shelves

An ace player in water purification technology is celebrating its 6th year in the  business by bringing safe and eco-friendly hydration solutions to more Filipinos.  

IVO is extending its market reach in Ace Hardware stores with a target of more than 100 branches  nationwide by the end of the year. This means more Filipinos will have access to the advanced Japanese  technology that earned certifications from the Department of Health- Food and Drug Adminstration, Japan  Industrial Standards, and NSF International. While this partnership is new in terms of scale, Ace Hardware  has initially carried IVO products in its eight branches.  

Same goal 

The partnership between IVO and Ace Hardware developed naturally, with both having a similar attitude towards sustainability. These companies have been promoting eco-friendly products for years.  

I HEART PH Airs New Season On GTV

Valerie Tan is back on TV for the newest season of her lifestyle and travel show "I HEART PH" which is now on its 9th season and now will be airing on its new home, GTV.

Hosted by Valerie Tan, the magazine show has been consistently uplifting the image of the Philippines and the Filipinos - showcasing the country's scenic spots. True to its core, the program promotes love and appreciation of our country, helping the government to amplify its tourism campaign, "Love the Philippines!"

For this season she will also be joined by seasoned host Rovilson Fernandez, who also had shows on GTV and both considered as a homecoming to the network which also launched their careers. For this season she will also be joined by home and design content creators like Architect Dianne Florendo, Architect Dannie Florendo, and Architect Ed Ramos.

Canon marks largest Tech Voyage roadshow in Manila

Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. held its biggest Tech Voyage roadshow in Manila at Ascott BGC, following the successful events held earlier this year in Cebu, Davao, and Clark. 

The Business Imaging Solutions Roadshow 2024 showcases Canon's latest B2B technologies for optimizing business processes and boosting productivity across diverse product categories for business leaders and Canon partners.

Something to smile about. Tickets now available for “Joker: Folie à Deux,” in cinemas October 2

Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck/Joker and Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn in “Joker: Folie à Deux”

Photo credit: Niko Tavernise

The perfect pair for mayhem will soon descend into madness. Get your tickets to “Joker: Folie à Deux” now. The sequel, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, opens in cinemas October 2. 

Watch: https://youtu.be/7JQXdKV4wWw?si=4VH7WFM0N8S3FSqJ

Get ready to see a more serious and darker side of crime in “I, the Executioner,” the No. 1 movie in Korea

Starring Hwang Jung-min and Jung Hae-in, the sequel to the 2015 box office hit “Veteran” opens in Philippine cinemas September 25

Hwang Jung-min is back as Detective Seo Do-cheol in “I, the Executioner.”

“Veteran,” hailed for redefining Korean detective action in 2015, returns this year with “I, the Executioner.” The sequel follows veteran detective Seo Do-cheol (played once again by Hwang Jung-min) and his unwavering team, now joined by rookie officer Park Sun-woo (played by Jung Hae-in), as they pursue a serial killer whose actions have plunged the nation into turmoil.

Muri reflects on leaving, living, and letting go in her debut EP, 11ème

Her four-track release blends jazz pop sensibilities with soulful vocals and lush arrangements

Photo credits: Franco Maigue

The Ransom Collective’s Muri has finally dropped her debut EP, 11ème!

Shaped by her journey of moving and rebuilding, 11ème is a confessional relic of Muri as a globe-trotting individual dealing with growth, loss, and discovery. The soulful pop EP takes listeners to her colorful world, exploring cities, embracing cultures, and forming relationships. But at the helm of this beautifully complex project are songs written specifically to channel her feelings of finding home in strange places and accepting things that aren’t meant to be.

COMCO Mundo celebrates Global IABC Gold Quill Agency of the Year win with its 1st Purple Ball

COMCO Mundo celebrates its wins at the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC)’s global Gold Quill Awards 2024 with the The Purple Ball: COMCO’s Gold Victory Celebration at the F1 Hotel in Bonifacio Global City.

The COMCO Mundo Squadron converged for The Purple Ball: COMCO’s Gold Victory Celebration, igniting global excellence in communications.

As the first communications agency from the Philippines and Southeast Asia to receive the highly-coveted Agency of the Year (Mid-Size Agency) award during the 2024 Gold Quill Awards in Chicago, USA, interregional powerhouse communications group COMCO Mundo League of Enterprises / COMCO Southeast Asia is also the only consultancy firm from Asia-Pacific to be included in this year’s Best of the Best and Special Award Winners of the internationally acclaimed award giving body. 

Celebrate Adulting Wins at the Pasta Happy Hour with the New Creamier and Meatier Del Monte Carbonara Pasta Sauce

Del Monte Extra Creamy Carbonara Pasta Sauce

Raise those forks and toast to the small victories of adulting because it’s time for a celebration of epic proportions! The Del Monte Pasta Happy Hour is here, and it’s all about savoring those little wins with joy, and, of course, pasta. Whether it’s a recent work promotion, a personal milestone, or simply making it through a challenging week, there’s no better way to reward oneself than with the creamier and meatier goodness of the new Del Monte Extra Creamy Carbonara Pasta sauce! 

Unveiling the New Creamier and Meatier Del Monte Carbonara Sauce

OCTOBER 2024 movies

Don’t miss these movies, opening in cinemas in October!

October 2 - Joker: Folie à Deux (Warner Bros. Pictures)

#JokerMovie

Cast: Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga, Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener, Zazie Beetz

Directed by: Todd Phillips

“Joker: Folie à Deux” finds Arthur Fleck (Joaquin Phoenix) institutionalized at Arkham awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker. While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur not only stumbles upon true love, but also finds the music that’s always been inside him.