Upcoming Governor of Kiwanis Philippine Luzon District shines in Malaysia

If you’re going to check one of the characteristics of a leader, one is definitely and undoubtedly with a charm. Aside from being smart, capable and always has a ready smile. Glenda Veloria Hufano who was also one of the cultural performer during the recent 48th Asia Pacific Convention in Port Dickson, Malaysia was congratulated by Kiwanians from all over Asia and the USA, praising her for the exceptional cultural dance performance showcasing 4 different local dance in the Philippines. 

The dance presentation from Philippine Luzon District, was based on the following concept:

Banga: is a earthen pot made of clay that can be round or spherical jar used for fetching water. 

Salisid: A courtship dance that symbolizes a rooster trying to attract of the attention of a hen. 

Ragragsakan dance: is an adaption of a tradition in which Kalinga women gather and prepare for a peace pact. 

Home Credit set to empower 10 million Filipinos as it gears up for its 10th year in the Philippines

Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), the country’s leading consumer finance company, kicks off its 10th anniversary celebration with the goals of providing more Filipinos access to credit and reaching 10 million customers within 2023.

As the company celebrates its decade-long service in the country this October, Home Credit continues to progressively expand its operations and provide customers with a complete ecosystem of products and service offerings suited to their individual needs and lifestyles.

In 2022, Home Credit ended the year strong with a customer base of 9.3 million. The expansion of its services to different lifestyle segments and categories played a big part in enabling Filipinos to afford a more rewarding life.

“Our goal of a financially empowered Philippines comes true every year, one customer at a time. In our 10 years of service in the country, we aim to empower 10 million customers by the end of 2023 and continue to serve more Filipinos in the years to come. More than delivering innovative and accessible financial services, we celebrate the relationships we have built with our stakeholders and customers over the past decade, and this we choose to continue above and beyond,” shares Home Credit Philippines’ Chief Executive Officer, David Minol.

Anything, anytime, anywhere

As a leading consumer finance provider, pioneering buy now, pay later (BNPL) services in the country, Home Credit has grown its local roots in the past decade and developed a much deeper understanding of the local market. The company has seen the need to expand its lifestyle offerings and finance solutions to better support the ever-evolving needs and demand of Filipinos in this new generation.

Over the years, Home Credit has expanded to a robust 15,000 partner stores across 75 provinces in the country and has aggressively grown its online presence through the My Home Credit App. The company has also forged partnerships with the country’s biggest brands and retailers, building a wide selection of 300+ lifestyle commodities ranging from gadgets and smartphones, appliances and furniture, to bicycles and motorcycle accessories, sports equipment, and many more.

From once to always

Since entering the country in 2013, Home Credit has empowered millions of Filipinos to access more financial solutions through its expanded range of product options.

Aside from product loans, the company also offers existing customers with good payment histories the opportunity to avail themselves of Cash Loan, which helps them to be more financially capable. To date, Home Credit has disbursed over 1.8 million Cash Loans to its customers, in which 90% of the contracts were signed digitally and 20% of the applications were processed through the My Home Credit App.

Home Credit boasts of having the fastest cash loan approval and disbursement in 1 minute – the best in the market. Customers can enjoy the flexibility of the Cash Loan offers ranging from Php 3,000 to Php 150,000 and repayment terms from six to 48 months.

Nurturing relationships, building protection

Home Credit believes that availing of its financing products is not the end of the customers’ journey but only the start of it. The company wants to further build meaningful relationships with its customers and be their ally in advocating proactive measures to keep themselves and their families safe and protected.

With this, Home Credit also offers solutions to give the best protection to its customers. They have the option to purchase a range of protection packages: Device Protection which can be upgraded with an extended warranty for accidental damage protection; Extra Care for flexibility in managing payments; Home Content to protect and cover home belongings from any unfortunate incidents; and an innovative Personal Payment Protection that offers unlimited telemedicine service, death and accident coverage, and medical reimbursement.

Serving customers, valuing communities

As the lifestyle partner of every Filipino, Home Credit remains steadfast in its mission of empowering Filipinos, Para sa Life. The company has focused on advocating financial literacy, which aligns with Home Credit’s thrust of championing environmental, social and governance (ESG).

Last year, Home Credit’s flagship financial literacy program Wais sa Home reached more than 20 million Filipinos across the country and has driven onsite financial literacy programs in various provinces, particularly in the communities of Pampanga, Iloilo, Guimaras, Capiz, Antique, and Aklan.

The company also commits to a greener earth with 30 million sheets of paper saved in overall transactions, an equivalent of 2,000 trees conserved due to its digitalization initiative. Aside from that, Home Credit also promotes equity by providing more substantial purchasing power for women who comprise 52% of its customer base.

Home Credit, as the market leader in the consumer finance sector, not only finds strength in numbers but in the strong connections it has made among stakeholders and consumers alike. In its 10th year in the Philippines, the company seeks to become a standard in the consumer finance industry with its commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction, and financial inclusion.

Home Credit Philippines is a financing company duly licensed and supervised by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).  To know more about the latest updates from the company, visit its official website www.homecredit.ph. You may also follow its official Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok accounts. Customers are also encouraged to download the My Home Credit App on Google Play to learn more about the latest promos and see what’s new in the Marketplace.


Golden Stars - The Golden Haven's Top Performers

Golden Haven, the most trusted name in the deathcare
industry, recently mounted its much-anticipated
“The Golden Stars” Sales Summit.
Golden Haven, the most trusted name in the deathcare industry, recently mounted its much-anticipated “The Golden Stars” Sales Summit, its first in-person grand event since pandemic restrictions eased up. Held on March 7 and 8 in Las Pinas City, the summit gathered the organization’s key assets—its hard-working and dynamic sales agents and managers who have helped drive Golden Haven to its stellar status today.

Representing Golden Haven’s digital and in-person sales forces from 30 branches across the country, this year’s special honorees were the company’s top performers who were recognized during the event’s highlight—the Awards Night held at The Crossing Café. The occasion also provided an excellent opportunity for attendees to network and share their insights and best practices with their colleagues.

Ben&Ben, Zack Tabudlo, Ebe Dancel and more to headline Zark’s Fest 2023

This year’s edition of the Manila-based food and music festival gets bigger with a more exciting lineup of performers, activities, and programs

After a hugely successful debut in 2019, Zark’s Fest returns this summer with their biggest offering in live music and comfort grub.

Presented and produced by Zark’s Burgers, a popular burger joint in the Philippines, and organized by GNN Entertainment Productions, the hybrid festival promises to treat its patrons with an exciting music lineup, more inclusive programming, a dedicated space for lifestyle, crafts, and arts merchants, and most especially, a hearty serving of American comfort food, the Zark’s way.

Get Ultra-Clear photos with the new HONOR X8a for only Php 10,990

With the new HONOR X8a and its DSLR-like 100 MP Ultra-Clear Camera, you can now capture more life moments in high definition! If you avail during pre-order until March 24, you can even get a FREE HONOR Earbuds worth Php 1,590.

HONOR Philippines GTM Manager Steven Yan, Country Manager Sean Yuan, Vice President Stephen Cheng, Brand Marketing Manager Joepy Libo-on, PR Manager Pao Oga with Home Credit Philippines Partner Marketing Lead Richard Sarinas

Globe Business and Mapúa Malayan Digital College Team Up for Enhanced Learning Experiences

In today’s highly digital world, pushing the limits of education beyond the four walls of the classroom is what Mapúa Malayan Digital College (MMDC), one of the country’s primary digital-first colleges, has been aiming for. This vision has come to fruition - in partnership with Globe Business, they are now able to equip students with reliable internet connection that allows them to learn and participate in classes from anywhere, whether at home, at designated Learning Hubs, or even while out doing part-time or full-time work. 

“Mapúa has always been a game changer in the education sector. We always aim to innovate and modernize our services for the learners,” said Noel Torregoza, Instructional System Design Director of Mapúa Malayan Digital College. “As such, it's important to us to find partners who share the same values and beliefs, such as Globe Business.”

Disney+ Sets May 24 Premiere Date For Highly Anticipated Original Series "American Born Chinese"

Today, Disney+ revealed the May 24 premiere date for the Disney+ Original series “American Born Chinese,” a genre-hopping action-comedy from Disney Branded Television series produced by 20th Television.

Based on the graphic novel of the same name by Gene Luen Yang, "American Born Chinese" tells the story of Jin Wang, an average teenager juggling his high school social life with his home life. When he meets a new foreign student on the first day of the school year, even more worlds collide as Jin is unwittingly entangled in a battle of Chinese mythological gods.

Far Eastern University Bamboo Band Concert set on May 4

The Far Eastern University Center for the Arts and  Far Eastern University Bamboo Band (FBB) present a special concert entitled "Ang Ta...