In 2008 when Studio 23, an affiliate of ABS-CBN, launched its regional network programming, GURU Ads & Marketing Consultancy jumped at a chance to showcase TOP PICK: Business + Lifestyle + Technology. Top Pick was the only regional program to-date to get endorsements and feature such as Silk Air and Cathay Pacific. The success of the show has been resounding because of the viewing public’s response being positive, encouraging and inspiring us to deliver quality episodes.
This 2016, after successfully airing 3 seasons of Top Pick, a new different level is set for TOP PICK: Business + Lifestyle + Technology, to be the country’s first and only quad media show to be aired on TV, published on newspaper, heard on radio and engaged on social media.
THE PLATFORMS
Island Living TV
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Top Pick will be aired through Island Living TV over 150 cities
The no. 1 and the largest lifestyle and tourism community television channel in the Philippines.
Cable Channel that covers the entire Visayas & Mindanao subscribers
With Luzon Coverage; Muntinlupa, Las Pinas, Province of Bantangas, Province of Laguna, Province of Quezon, Province of Rizal, Province of Albay
Viewers are Middle Class – Higher A Market
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Magic 92.3 FM
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Top Pick on radio will be aired on primetime Friday, 6 till 9 PM
Operating or with a power of 10,000 watts
Primary coverage: Cebu City, Mandaue City, Lapu-lapu City, Talisay City
Secondary coverage: Tagbilaran City, Ormoc City, Southern & Northern Cebu towns
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Cebu Daily News
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Top Pick will have a weekly column to support the TV episodes.
Cebu’s Only Independent newspaper
A daily circulation of 62,350
Readership by market: A&B 64%, C 31%, D 5%
Readership by Age: 15-21 18%, 22-34 20%, 35-49 25%, 50 up 37%
Readership by gender: Male 60%, Female 40%
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FranchisingPH
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Since March 2010, FranchisingPH has been delivering top quality, targeted editorial geared to potential franchisees.
Published 6 times a year by FIFA Filipino International Franchise Association Inc. and being distributed nationwide
100,00+ Readership
40,000+ copies are being emailed to top franchise professionals who make decisions.
1,000+ copies are being delivered to over 1000 franchisors locally and internationally.
65% of readers are CEOs, COOs and Presidents of corporations
35% Professionals and managers
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Social Media
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Top Pick will have its own Facebook page, Twitter and Instagram account / page to be maintained and updated by our social media manager.
Samsung Electronics recently launches its new set of air-conditioner systems, including the new 360 Cassette air-conditioning unit with an omni-directional airflow discharge, the DVM S 30HP, the DVM S Eco 14HP, and the new DVM Chiller. These AC innovations are designed to progress their consumers’ conventions.
Samsung’s key persons during the SAC 2016
360 Cassette
Unlike previous traditional air conditioning units, the cutting-edge design of the bladeless 360 Cassette delivers a zero angle airflow, producing a layer of cold air and minimizing flow reduction by 25 percent. With a temperature deviation of less than 0.6°C across an area spanning a diameter of 9.3m, the new 360 Cassette from Samsung provides increased power efficiency without producing a cold draft, delivering an optimal cooling performance.
Samsung DVM Chiller
In the revolutionary DVM Chiller, Samsung has embedded the world-class BLDC Inverter Scroll Compressor with Flash Injection technology, ensuring heating capacity at -20°C ambient temperature with greater energy efficiency. The Chiller enables users to reduce annual utility costs by 36 percent to 50 percent compared to conventional chillers.
Samsung DVM S Eco 14HP
DVM S Eco 14HP is a new side discharge VRF air conditioner engineered to deliver a single outdoor unit solution for apartment and office buildings.
The improved performance of the Samsung DVM S Eco 14HP ensures it meets the growing needs for a specialized single outdoor unit to reduce the cost of previous multiple loading and sub-duct installation in multi-room buildings.
Samsung DVM S 30HP
The new Samsung DVM S 30HP features a number of revolutionary features to boost performance, including a new Super Inverter Scroll Compressor with flash injection technology and an optimized bypass valve location to increase heating capacity by 29 percent.
The further addition of a hybrid heat exchanger increases the heat exchange area while an optimized refrigerant control delivers greater efficiency (10 percent) and a new oval-shaped diffuser application improves the airflow path and increases the airflow rate by 17 percent.
Samsung Electronics inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies that redefine the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, cameras, digital appliances, printers, medical equipment, network systems, and semiconductor and LED solutions.
In April 2016, the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry officially launched its annual flagship event, Cebu Business Month. This year’s theme promises to be its most dynamic and tech-driven yet: Digital Cebu.
The Chamber, through its current Cebu Business Month team headed by Overall Chairman Christian Paroan, believes in the importance of bringing technology to the forefront and examining the many ways it impacts, influences, enhances and creates business.
Cebu Business Month 2016 tackles the many aspects of digital technology that can be harnessed to every industry’s advantage. This is accompanied by the team’s passion for promoting massive proficiency in digital tech–using innovative avenues to create opportunities for streamlining, increasing revenue and efficiency in organizations.
Filipinos, being inherently creative and adaptable, are the perfect group to couple ideas with technology. Being in a developing country, technology is one of the highly accessible and cost-effective solutions for us to be competitive with our ASEAN neighbors and the world.
This year’s slogan is “Innovate to lead.” – a powerful call for a spirit of leadership through innovation. The way to maximize the benefits of technology is through that can-do spirit–the passion to create new things, explore new avenues. Cebu Business Month 2016 is where passion for business, technology and ideas converge.
No matter how hard I try to convince myself that I do not love sweets, I just can’t stop loving it. Everytime I try to steer myself away and to not try, I always fail. So, what else can I do? Well, I think you all are just like me; trying to avoid the tempting sweets this world has to offer but, ends up failing. Don’t fret though. This article will surely entice you more and will let yourself drive more to the idea of being a sweet tooth so, just keep on reading.
Desert patrons (like me), can now enjoy more delicious and affordable cakes and a lot more pastries at 10 Dove Street Confectionery. Opened in September last year, 10 D.C. is a chic and beautiful white house on one of the green grounds of the Oakridge Business Park. But, don’t fret though. If you are a patron of 10 Dove and you have been visiting the 10 Dove Street, their new abode is just a few steps away from the old one.
I can rest you to the assurance that their new haven is the best place for those who want to have a cup of tea / coffee, a slice of cake, a place to chit-chat with friends, or even the best place to just dine in and take Instagram-worthy photos. Well, I know that you are just as excited as I am when I first knew that we were invited.
Upon entering the grand doors of 10 Dove, I was greeted by their mouthwatering cakes on the table and with their friendly and very accommodating staff. What else can you ask for? 10 Dove Street Confectionery is surely a must-visit for all the sweet enthusiasts. But wait! If you think 10 Dove is heaven, you got it wrong! 10 Dove is a place where you’ll be the most problematic person ever for you are not given the luxury of time to choose which flavors and what drinks will you be ordering. So, I suggest. If you will be visiting 10 Dove, make sure to bring all your friends so each one of you will have a different order and you’ll then be able to have a little bit of everything.
I can rest you to the assurance that once you visit 10 DC, you will instantly fall in love not only with the place but, with their irresistible treats and everything. Once again, please visit 10 Dove Street Confectionery and share to me your experience by posting on the comment section below.
Check out the complete menu list below (c/o Zomato):
Branches and operating hours:
Oakridge Business Park, A. S. Fortuna Street, Banilad – 7am to 10pm
F. F. Cruz Avenue, Subangdaku, Cebu – 10am to 10pm
Globe Telecom is currently expanding its network coverage and capacity in Cebu province across all technologies, including 3G & LTE, as part of its commitment to continue building on its network infrastructure for a wider reach and faster internet experience of Filipinos nationwide.
The solution, which will increase existing capacity by as much as 70%, will be deployed in a significant number of sites within the province. In addition to these upgrades, Globe also intends to build new sites within the province as part of its continuing coverage and capacity expansion.
What’s the reason of the delays?
The realization of the company’s plan to build more cell sites depends heavily on the permitting environment in each local government unit concerned which is the biggest detriment preventing telecommunication operators like Globe in improving cell site density, a necessary prerequisite in improving data connectivity of its customers in terms of speed and access.
Globe says telcos need to secure an average of 25 permits at the local government level to build a single cell site and this process takes at least 8 months to complete even before the necessary infrastructure can be built.
The company aims to create an internet super highway by deploying fiber optics in 20,000 barangays all over the country by 2020 to provide ultra-fast internet access to around 2 million homes nationwide.
For almost every case in every province in every city or town, there’s a particular emergency number needed to be remembered or registered on our phonebooks at the very least. According to the official website of the Philippine government, there are more than 50 emergency numbers in the country.
If there’s an accident, a fire, or a crime happening in your area, would you immediately know the phone number to call?
Patrol 117 – Medical. Police. Fire. Public Safety. Earthquake. Flood.
The Patrol 117 is managed by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) under its Emergency Network Philippines (ENP) project which aims to have faster delivery of emergency services to the Filipino people.
Photo by Rappler
The government secured a loan agreement of P1.37 billion with the Austrain government in 2001. The project was completed in 2003 and became the official national emergency number in the country. But according to the report of Commission on Audit (COA) in 2014, a lot of the ENP equipment are already damaged and can no longer be used.
The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) and Philippine National Police (PNP) are two of the major service respondents of Patrol 117. Response time is 5-10 minutes depending on the location, the size of the roads, the traffic flow, and the mentality of Filipino drivers that can affect the arrival time of emergency units.
According to a report, Patrol 117 receives more than 2,000 calls daily or at least 500,000 to 1,200,000 calls annually. There’s a P5.70 charge for every call. This is also one way to prevent prank calls from people who have nothing to do with their lives.
The project has an annual budget of P19.6 million – 79% is allocated to the salary of the employees and the other 21% goes to the maintenance of the equipment.
Even though this project was initiated to centralize emergency services response, every local government unit still has its own hotline number that most Filipinos don’t know of or don’t bother to memorize. Because, yes, it’s that crazy and confusing. There are too many channels, it will just be circuitous.
PNP Hotline 118 to replace Patrol 117?
Just recently, the government approved the P42 million budget for the PNP Hotline 118 project. And what is it for? It is a hotline for all emergencies across the country. But wait, that is exactly the same purpose of the Patrol 117, right? Unfortunately yes. And it appears like to be just a rebranding.
Seriously, the budget could have been used to enhance the Patrol 117 facility and perhaps a portion can go to other facilities of PNP that could help improve the quality of their services in responding to emergencies. If they would just rebrand, why not go for the number that is widely known by the people and popular around the globe? Dissemination would less be a problem and could actually save them additional costs. Because really, it’s only a matter of managing and improving the system.
Dial 911 Emergency Rescue
In the United States and Canada, if there’s an emergency, all they have to do is dial 911. This will link the person to an emergency dispatch center which can send emergency respondents to the caller’s location.
Davao City is one of the two cities in the Philippines (the other is Kidapawan) using 911. It officially launched the Central Communications and Emergency Response Center or Central 911 in 2002.
Reportedly manned by 24 call takers and 16 dispatchers/trackers who are working “round-the-clock”, Central 911 simplifies the emergency process by integrating all the government’s emergency response resources (ambulance, rescue technicians, firefighters, K-9, and the police) into one.
With an annual budget of at least P80 million, Davao City Central 911 uses a modified version of its Geographic and Information System (GIS), called the Emergency Computer Aided Dispatch (ECAD), a computerized mapping system that allows authorities locate the origin of a distress call and even tracks police response time to emergency calls.
But what Central 911 has accomplished goes beyond helping the people. In 2012, Davao City was ranked as the world’s fourth safest city. And for seven years, Davao City was considered as one of the most peaceful cities in Asia.
No doubt, Davao City has gone a long way. Thanks to Central 911.
Why 911?
Concept-wise, the Patrol 117 or the PNP Hotline 118 does not really differ from 911. In fact, they all share the same vision and mission. What went wrong is how the Philippine government is doing about it. It just got worse when they swayed away from their vision in having a unified, integrated emergency response system and triggered another reason to separate the LGUs, potentially causing discord among them and confusion to the people.
Sure, we can print out the long list of emergency numbers, but what’s the use if the respondents don’t act accordingly? Ideally, if someone calls, the operator can immediately and properly process the concern like medical emergencies which we, nationally, don’t have now.
If Davao has done an amazing job of implementing the 911, why can’t we do it across the nation? At least the one in Davao can be used as a great reference and can even be a good foundation to have it rolled out to other cities and towns.
Even the authorities from DILG working for Patrol 117 commend the Davao City Central 911 of how it is being run, managed and supported by the local government. [watch here]
What can we do to make this happen across the nation?
EDUCATION AND DISCIPLINE.
It’s important to educate the people of the importance of this service and the many reasons why it should not be taken for granted or make fun with.
Sirens were made for a reason. If a siren is enabled, that means there’s an emergency; and it’s an international rule to give way to these units.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT LEADERS.
The leaders should really work hard for this kind of system to be implemented successfully and be able to sustain it effectively.
Emergency respondents should be fully supported by the government, helping them improve their facilities or sustain the service in general.
We also need leaders who walk their talk. A system like 911 should be quickly rolled out down to the smallest city or town in the country.
GET INVOLVED. BE VOCAL. TAKE ACTION.
Social media is a powerful tool to rant, to convince, to call for a movement. But not everyone is on social media 24/7. We can actually go to our city mayor and keep nagging them on how important the 911 is in our city or province.
The Philippines desperately needs one, centralized emergency number that even the children can easily remember. If only our leaders could see the value of this, putting more budget for the continuous improvement of the facilities and services with proper allocation and management, the security of the Filipinos would drastically improve.
Yes, it will take time and a lot of resources to create and sustain it. But it’s never too late to begin the change now. It’s never too late to save the deteriorating security of the Filipino people. Stop the delay, let’s all work together to push for 911 for every Juan!
It was love at first sight, that was the first thing that pops out my mind. I’ve been to different places, yet none of them made me feel this way. I guess this is my favorite one besides my hometown, and this has been my Neverland where everything I got and I’ve done was a precious one, a luxurious jewel, and a treasure where it belongs only into my memory box, the happiness, excitement, and heart-pounding experiences could only stay in a photograph. Sometimes, It may not seem to be exactly as we thought it would be, but the place itself will surely gives you more than what you’ve expected, no more pixiedust needed. The one and only title holder of the “Queen City of the South”, Cebu.
Located 10 degrees 17 minutes north latitude and 123 degrees 54 minutes east longhitude, Southern Philippines, Central Visayas with 3 independent cities, 6 component cities, 44 municipalities, and 1,066 barangays. Explore and Experience Cebu.
From the highest point of the mountain peak to the deepest of the ocean, from the sun that rises at the east that flabbergast our mind to the sun that sets at the west that make us fall in love and to the dazzling stars and shooting stars at the dark night uphill. From the delicacies that serves as Cebu’s trademark, the Otap, Dried Mangoes, Mangoes, Sweet Corn, Lechon, Tuslob Buwa, up to the style of eating the Boodle fight. From the ravishing white fine sand to the shore full of peculiar sea shells, and to the clean and clear shades of blue sea water to the astonishing natural curtain waterfalls, and up to the beaches, resorts and mountains of North to South part of Cebu.
The Sinulog Festival that made the Cebu Tourist arrivals rose up to 9% on 2015, and the high- rising buildings and hotels that attract not only tourists *but also investors that surely boost up the economic growth and gives more job oppotunity to cebuanos and to filipinos.
Experience Cebu in so many different ways. Be amaze of the local tourist attractions, and be the one to discover and experience new destinations, be the bridge that can encourage people to experience how fun Cebu is, and how fun the Philippines is. Be brave enough to be a traveler of our own land. Be smart enough to induce “Pagmamahal sa sariling bayan”. Be wise enough to be an advocate for the improvement of our tourism. Choose Philippines and Experience Cebu. Be a proud Tatak Bisaya, Tatak Cebuano, Ato ni bai!
Wyeth Nutrition opens the nationwide search for the Kid Innovators that innate curiosity and creativity of every child. The Wyeth nutrition Kid Innovators aims to spark curiosity in children and nurture their love for science and passion for innovation, empowering them to make a difference in their own way.
The search is open for students aged 9-14, in grades 4-8, alone or are part of a 2-5 member team. They must have developed an innovative science-related project within three years preceding the submission of entry and must have a written brief, video and endorsement letter by the Science Department Head of the school.
To join, students must introduce and demonstrate the project with a 1-3 minute video presentation. They must also prepare a written brief detailing responses to the following:
1. Who are the participants and adviser?
2. What is the innovation called?
3. What is its purpose?
4. Who can benefit from the innovation and how?
5. What inspired you to create the innovation?
6. How was it developed?
The top three winning entries will receive a cash prize of One Hundred Thousand Pesos (Php 100,000) and a trophy plus a Science and Technology showcase worth One Hundred Thousand Pesos (Php 100,000).
You can email your entries at [email protected] with Subject Title “Search for the Wyeth Nutrition Kid Innovators.” Deadline of entries is on May 30, 2016. For details, visit www.wyeth.com.ph/kidinnovators.
Join now and help raise a generation of Kid Innovators!
On April 2016 at the Converse – Ayala Center Cebu, Converse Philippines officially unveiled its Spring/Summer 2016 Footwear, Sneakers and Apparel Collection.The new collection explores innovative materials, bold patterns, bright colors and woven textures that embody the spirit of the season.
CONVERSE ALL STAR FOOTWEAR COLLECTION
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star II Reflective Print
This collection features a reflective print that enhances visibility in dark environments. It includes a classic camouflage print and repeat star print. Like the original Converse Chuck Taylor All Star II, this new style incorporates all the comfort and forward thinking technology including a Lunarlon sock liner for ultimate arch support as well as a gusseted and padded tongue.
Available Colors: Sandy, White, Black Suggested Retail Price: Php 3,990
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star II Knit
This collection, a colorful textured knit material producing dimension and depth, provides maximum style while still delivering on superior comfort.
Available Colors: Volt Green, Black, yellow, Roadtrip Blue, Red, White, Spray Paint Blue Suggested Retail Price: Php 3,990
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Sex Pistols
The collection features colors, materials and graphics inspired by the band’s iconic style and album art. The footwear collection features details such as stitch detailing and graphic overlays. Each style includes the iconic Sex Pistols logo on the tongue of the sneaker as well as in the foot bed. The apparel collection combines elevated fabrics and graphic executions that also represent the spirit of the Sex Pistols.
Available Colors: Parchment, Thunder, White Multi Suggested Retail Price: Php 3,510
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Missoni
This season, the celebrated Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Missoni collection returns with a reinterpretation of Missoni’s signature zigzag. These angular lines, amply named “The Flame,” boast a printed canvas with woven metallic threading. A leather tongue and heel tab makes this the perfect sneaker for the fashion journey from runway to street.
Available Colors: Road Trip Blue, Auburn, Black Suggested Retail Price: Php 3,990
CONVERSE CONS SNEAKER AND ACCESSORIES COLLECTION
Converse Cons One Star Pro
Originating in 1974, the Converse Cons One Star was reintroduced in Fall 2015 as an essential skate sneaker and features updated technology for heightened comfort and purpose. A Lunarlonsockliner, Cons traction rubber and a gusseted tongue make fit, and feel and function for skateboarding and daily wear a priority, while the simple, yet iconic star logo stays true to the classic design. The Spring 2016 footwear collection introduces updated colorways of this classic silhouette.
Available colors: Black Cherry, Black, Sandy, Dolphin, Mouse Suggested retail price: 4,250 , 4950 , 4550 , 4,250 , 3,990
Converse Cons One Star
This season also sees the introduction of the Converse Cons One Star – a lifestyle sneaker with a focus on premium materials. Executed in durablehairy suede, the Converse Cons One Star is available in the original colorways that kicked off its original hype. Key features include a Lunarlon sockliner for cushioning, as well as lightweight Cons traction rubber for better grip. A higher foxing tape also helps deliver a more premium look.
Available colors: Red, Black Suggested retail price: 4,710
CONVERSE JACK PURCELL FOOTWEAR COLLECTION
Converse Jack Purcell Signature CVO & CVO Colorblock in Duck Canvas
These collections, featuring a durable 2-ply duck canvas upper.Additional features include a seamless toe construction, original two-pieced smile, an OrthoLitefootbed, Zoom Air technology, as well as a herringbone outsole for traction that was first introduced on the Signature model last year.
Available Colors: Inked/Ambient Blue , White , Black Suggested Retail Price: 4,710 , 4,630 , 4,630
Converse Jack Purcell Remastered in Tumbled Leather
The sneaker features a beautifully crafted, premium tumbled leather upper with details including a post-applied Jack Purcell logo on the tongue and punched eyelets for a smooth quality finish. A Lunarlonfootbed with a cork top cloth also provides an added layer of comfort.
Available Colors: White, Black, Inked Suggested Retail Price: 4,950 all
No summer plans yet? Or do you just want to take a break from all the hustles and bustles of the city? Relax and enjoy the summer heat as you feel the burns and tans on your skin with the ever relaxing sea breeze. Treat yourself, your friends and family and escape reality for awhile to a 3-hour away fantasy that will surely give you the #BestSummerEver!
Located at Matutinao, Badian (near the infamous Kawasan Falls), Maonanik Beach Resort and Tours has set a new face for a summer getaway that you shouldn’t miss!
he resort has three (3) big rooms. For the rates, these are your options:
REGULAR RATES
Weekdays (ALL-IN)
Option 1 – 10,000 good for 12 persons
Option 2 – 12,000 good for 25 persons
Weekends (ALL-IN)
Option 1 – 12,000 good for 15 persons
Option 2 – 15,000 good for 25 persons
HOLIDAY RATE (PUBLIC HOLIDAYS)
Weekdays (ALL-IN)
Option 1 – 12,000 good for 15 persons
Option 2 – 15,000 good for 25 persons
Weekends (ALL-IN)
Option 1 – 15,000 good for 15 persons
Option 2 – 18,000 good for 25 persons
Room 1
Room 2
Room 3
Maonanik Beach Resort and Tours is always ready to give you the highlight and the main event to look forward on your fun-filled summer get-away. What more do you get?
EXCLUSIVE stay in the resort
FREE use of swimming pool, beach and raft
FREE use of kitchen where you can cook or have it cooked by our caretaker
FREE use of utensils with FREE dishwashing c/o our caretakers
NO corkage fee, you can bring your own cooked/uncooked food
Check out our photos of Team Sugbu during our overnight stay at Maonanik:
We really had a great time! Another memorable summer event I will always remember. It shows in the pictures, right?
ALSO AVAILABLE SEPARATELY:
Canyoneering packages – PHP 1,500/head (for 5 persons & above) / PHP 2,000/head (for 4 persons & below), inclusive of gears and tour guide
Kayak – PHP 100 per hour
Paddle Board – PHP 100 per hour
Plus a bonus of the caretakers’ hospitality that will definitely give you more positive vibes during your stay.
Distance: ~100 km going Southwest
Travel time: ~3 hours
How to get there: Take a bus bound for Badian in South Bus Terminal. Get help from the caretaker (once booked, you will get her contact details), and text her the bus details and give an update from time to time, most especially when you reach to Badian proper. (The caretaker will just hail the bus.)
For convenience, Maonanik also offers van transfers from Cebu City directly to the resort and vice versa.
Van 1 – PHP 7,000 – Good for 13 or 14 people, includes gas and driver
Van 2 – PHP 6,000 – Good for 6 or 7 people, includes gas and driver
For inquiries, visit their official Facebook page or call 09776128324 / 09192398884 / (032) 414-0386 look for “JOAN”.
