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SM Prime, UNDRR commend women leaders in disaster resilience

For the second consecutive year, SM Prime Holdings (SMPHI) commits to support the global search for women leaders in disaster resilience. SMPHI is sponsoring Women’s International Network on Disaster Risk Reduction (WIN DRR) Leadership Awards, a flagship program of the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR). SMPHI Vice President for Corporate Compliance LizaContinue reading “SM Prime, UNDRR commend women leaders in disaster resilience”

Begin investing in jewelry with Cebuana Lhuillier’s back-to-back jewelry sale

Jewelry enthusiasts are in for a treat as Cebuana Lhuillier, together with Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry, Cebuana Lhuillier Premium, and Just Jewels, unveil two back-to-back massive sales events starting with the Dazzling Gold Rush Sale slated from September 14 to 20 nationwide. Cebuana Lhuillier president & CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier shares, “Even in the most difficultContinue reading “Begin investing in jewelry with Cebuana Lhuillier’s back-to-back jewelry sale”

Hamilo Coast and WWF: partners in eco-tourism and sustainability

Hamilo Coast, the premier beach resort town in Nasugbu, Batangas, may be the weekend haven of the country’s affluent set, yet it is on track as a thriving model of sustainable eco-tourism practices. Touting 5,800 hectares of prime seaside development, Hamilo Coast is a project of SM Prime’s Costa Del Hamilo, Inc. (CDHI), which carefully integrates residential,Continue reading “Hamilo Coast and WWF: partners in eco-tourism and sustainability”

Local Brand Makes Sabon Refilling Possible

There is a global call from environment advocates to urge multinational companies and leading brands of consumer goods to lessen use of plastics in their product packaging by refilling. It is yet to happen. However, a local brand called SABON EXPRESS, has joined the global reuse and refill revolution to spur a transition to aContinue reading “Local Brand Makes Sabon Refilling Possible”

The Relentless Rizaly: From SM Foundation scholar to SM Prime accounting manager

Twenty years ago, high school student Rizaly Lim and her four siblings would watch in awe every time they pass by the construction of the first SM City in her hometown Sta. Rosa, Laguna. All five children, packed in the tricycle their father rides for a living, were all excitedly looking forward to happy familyContinue reading “The Relentless Rizaly: From SM Foundation scholar to SM Prime accounting manager”

Collaboration: A key in creating sustainable agri-enterprises

Limited market information and market access are two major obstacles to increased smallholder farmers’ income. According to studies, farmers in grassroot communities often lack access to profitable, value-added markets. In the absence of critical supporting functions, such as infrastructure and service provision – farmers struggle to transform their traditional subsistence farms into a feasible commerciallyContinue reading “Collaboration: A key in creating sustainable agri-enterprises”

SM PRIME continues to explore ways to promote environmental consciousness

Climate change is one of the most pressing and defining global issues today. It has become imperative for both the public and private sectors to continue to band together to primarily, safeguard the welfare of the people and to step up to strengthen the resilience of the nation. The Philippines currently ranks third globally whenContinue reading “SM PRIME continues to explore ways to promote environmental consciousness”

Sun Life: Partner in Health!

Sun Life Philippines has launched a promo for those keen to secure and invest in their health. Entitled Sun Life: Partner in Health Promo, qualified participants can get a chance to win P2,000 worth of Giftaway e-vouchers. To qualify, one simply needs to connect with their Sun Life advisor and schedule a financial consultation. DuringContinue reading “Sun Life: Partner in Health!”

The importance of Community-based Disaster Risk Reduction and Management

A person’s safety during calamities is mainly dependent on their community’s disaster preparedness. No matter how ready they are for all possible catastrophic scenarios, every bit of preparation can go down the drain if their community cannot respond effectively to such events. It is why a community-based disaster risk reduction and management plan (CBDRRMP) isContinue reading “The importance of Community-based Disaster Risk Reduction and Management”

Clorox Philippines helps you wrap the gift of a clean home: Cleaning Your Way to a Happy Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is just around the corner. And just like how you usually prepare for any season, you are probably glued to your screen searching for the best gift for your mom. And, with just a few clicks, you will get suggestions like “72 Unique Gifts for Moms” or “Flowers for Moms.” A fragrant bouquet,Continue reading “Clorox Philippines helps you wrap the gift of a clean home: Cleaning Your Way to a Happy Mother’s Day”