Top factors affecting Asian E-commerce!

As Asia’s e-commerce sector grows and diversifies along with the region’s respective economies, e-tailers have to continually adapt their ongoing operations in order to cater to the needs and preferences of an increasingly discerning market.

In order to discover some of the key challenges, priorities and opportunities currently developing in the various online retailing sectors, Worldwide Business Research (WBR) approached Chief Marketing Officers, Head of Digital, Head of Online Marketing and Founders of the top online retailers in Asia. What followed is a concise round-up of the top factors affecting e-commerce in Asia today, as told by these expert survey respondents. The results of the survey can be found on www.etailasia.com.

The research covers critical topics like Omni-Channel Marketing, M-Commerce, Customer Engagement and Loyalty, Social Media Marketing, Expansion to emerging markets, Logistics, Payments, Customer experience, Personalization and how to move away from discounts to generate higher profits.

The research was conducted as part of the 4th Annual e-Tail Asia conference to be held 01-03 March 2016 at the Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.

With an attendance of over 450 senior representatives from Asia’s biggest retailers and e-commerce players, eTail Asia is the leading platform in Asia to help online retailers discover, develop and implement strategies that will help build a successful ecommerce business.

“This event has grown since I attended it 2 years ago. Enjoyed it very much, particularly the interactive sessions such as the roundtables where I was able to engage with my peers. The speakers and content were very relevant, and more importantly, the networking was excellent - I managed to make good contacts with regional players as well.” comments Roger Yuen, Chief Executive Officer, Clozette.

For more information about the event, visit www.etailasia.com or follow @eTail_Asia

The conference is supported by companies like Marks and Spencer, CDiscount Thailand, Berrybenka, Flipkart, Ensogo, Norbreeze, Courts, Groupon , Agoda, Reebonz, Ntuc Fairprice Co-Operative, IKEA, TMON, Hyatt Hotels and Resorts, Nestle Singapore, Luxola, Jobstreet, Uber, Harvey Norman, Tiket, Cold Storage Singapore, Sgcarmart, Hipvan, Asia Deal Group, GrabTaxi, Lazada Group, Marriott International, Clozette, Adidas, Galleon Thailand, Cheaptickets, Tarad, Travelmob, Millennium & Copthorne Hotels, Wego, Zalora, Fossil Group, Eu Yan Sang, Esprit Retail, Procter & Gamble Singapore, Resorts World Services (Genting), 3M Singapore, PricePanda, Food Panda, Hotdeal, Qoo10, Redmart, Skyscanner, The Body Shop, Bilna.

About Worldwide Business Research (WBR)

WBR is the world's biggest large-scale conference company and part of the PLS group, one of the world's leading providers of strategic business intelligence with 16 offices worldwide. Our conference divisions consistently out-perform their industry sector competitors on the quality of the events we produce and the relationships we nurture with both delegates and sponsors.

 To learn more visit www.wbresearch.com, or call us at +6567229455. You can also email us at sgwbrinfo@wbresearch.com.

ASIA DIGITAL MARKETING EXPO 2016: ONE DIGITAL WORLD CONNECTED

THE CONFERENCE

Social Media is fast becoming an effective marketing and communications tool for businesses, which are constantly coming up with new ways to reach their target market. Social networks allow people to collaborate and communicate at almost zero cost.

 So TAG Media and Public Relations will present speakers who are leaders from different industries and engaged in momentous pursuits of significance to the ASEAN region. Attendees are senior business people, high-ranking government officials and media journalists. Depends on the expo, the speakers from that industries are the best from the best to give insights and to discuss different cases to improve your products and services.

Partial list of Speakers;

Janette Toral- Founder, Digital Filipino Club, Book Author and dubbed as the E- Commerce Guru                        of the Philippines

·     Kristian Melquiades- Country Manager ( Viber)

·     Thierry Tea- Managing Director (Philjets Group)

·     Lars Jeppessen- Managing Director (Tech One Global)

·     Mannix Pabalan- Founder (Hashtag Digital)

  Spanky Enriquez- TV Host  & Writer (Philippine Star)

  Quintin Pastrana- TV Host ( Bloomberg)

 Art Samaniego Jr- Tech Editor (Manila Bulletin)
 More to be added

  

THE EXHIBITS

We are expecting 1000 visitors on the event with 30 Exhibitors from different industries; Hotels & Resorts, Manufacturing, Telecommunications, Tourism, Automotive, Hospitality, Business Process Outsourcing, Academe, Health, Information Technology, Food and Service to showcase their products and services and to give you gigantic discounts from their packages. The exhibition floor is FREE to all to encourage target clients to visit the booths with a “stamp card” so that each booth will be visited. With the complete stamps, the visitors can claim after their loot bag at the reception. This is to help the exhibitors to reach all participants and their target clients.

WHY PARTICIPATE?

• Gain Direct Access to Potential Clients during and after the event
• Address the delegates as a KEY speaker
• Branding opportunity
• Profile Yourself As An Industry Leader
• Enhance Your Corporate Image
• Enjoy extensive publicity
• Learn from the speakers
• Increase revenue from the sales generated from the expo if exhibitors

Participating companies from our previous events

Adec Innovations

Air Asia Philippines

Alfox Printing Services

AMA Computer College

Apag Marangle

Artstream Hospitality Management Group Inc

Asian Institute of Management

ATR Kimeng Asset Management

Australian Embassy

Azalea Residences

BAhama Realty & Development Corporation

Blue Dynamics Inc

Bounty Fresh

Business Process Outsourcing International

CashCashPinoy

Cafelo

Café Lupe

Canadian Embassy

Carmudi

Chalre Associates

Cognizant

Commission On Election

Compos Mentis Inc

Creative Voices Production

Department of Science and Technology

DigiMoz

Digital Club Filipino

Elabram Systems Group

EmLogis

Embassy of Chile

ESCO Corp

Ensogo

FreelanceBlend

Forward Direct Selling Company

Fuego Hotels

Gardenia Bakers Philippines Inc

Geiser Maclang Marketing Communications

Globe GCash

Helix Technologies

Hotel La Corona De Lipa

Infinity Hub

Infotxt

International Tankers Corporation

Korean Chamber of Commerce

Laguna Science Polytechnic University

Lamudi

Makati Tourism

Mediacom

Megaworld

Melba’s Farm Bacolod

Misono Japanese Restaurant

MyDocNow

NGCP

NWSteel Tehnologies

One Lightning

OneA Events Place

Onnet Global

Orchid Cybertech

Paradigm Global

Payoneer

PhilAm Life Insurance

Philippine Software Industry Association

PMCM Events Management

Pudadak

RaiRaiken Restaurant Group

Santuario Divino Memorial Resort

San Miguel Corporation

Smart

Snipe

Subic Travelers Hotel

Summit Media

Sunlife of Canada

TAG Cash

TAG Fund

Tech One Global Phils, Inc.

Toyota Motors Philippines

Tree Top Adventure Inc

Twitter

University of the Philippines

Victoria Court

Viber

VOffice

VRush

Xremo

Xyxon Pte. Ltd

Zalora

Zoomanity Group

For partnership/sponsorship and speaking opportunity, please contact the organizer at 09166299381 or at grace@asiadigitalmarketing.ph. TAG Media and Public Relations is the organizer of Asia E- Commerce Expo, Asia Digital Marketing Expo, Asia Leaders Talk, Asia Leaders Forum, Asia HR Expo 2016: The Digital Talent Acquisition and Asia Travel & Tour Expo 2016: The Digital Tourism. For delegate pass, registration is Php 4,000.00 (Full Conference).

Bank Details:

TAG Media and Public Relations

BPI Checking Account # 1680 0010 29

*Only TAG Media and Public Relations will accept/receive and negotiate for any fees from the delegates, partners and sponsors.

Presented by TAG Media and Public Relations to promote the ASEAN region as a premier business destination. The conference serves as a hub for networking and  spreading of ideas that help executives overseeing enterprises across the Asia Pacific region. Speakers are leaders in their industries and engaged in momentous pursuits of significance to the ASEAN region. Attendees are senior leaders, high-ranking government officials and journalists covering the event. 

GET INVOLVED

CALL US NOW: 09166299381

TO SPONSOR, TO SPEAK, TO BE THERE:

grace@asiadigitalmarketing.ph

THE GRUFFALO – LIVE!

Let The Gruffalo introduce your little ones to the magic and wonder of world-class theatre! 

Showing at the RCBC Theatre from January 27 to 31, 2016, don’t miss out!

 “Irresistibly charming!” The Times, UK

 “Monstrous fun!” Daily Mail, UK

Join Mouse on an adventurous journey in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Mouse sets off on a daring adventure through the deep dark wood in search of hazelnuts, meeting the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the party mad Snake on the way. Will the story of the fabled Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these wily woodland creatures? Armed with only a nut map and a little courage, Mouse must outwit them all, and after all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there?

Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up and their adults, in a show that’s toured around Britain and the world. Let your imagination run wild!

“No. 1 Children’s Show!” The Independent, UK

“An altogether winning performance!” New York Times

The Gruffalo - LIVE has grown into one of the biggest and most anticipated live shows in Hong Kong and Singapore and Manila can finally welcome the production come 2016.

The Gruffalo - LIVE 2016 will be performed by a professional theatre company from the United Kingdom.

 “In its four years, The Gruffalo - LIVE has grown into a major family entertainment event in both Hong Kong and Singapore,” says Matthew Gregory, Executive Producer of Hong Kong-based ABA Productions.  “This show will provide a fun and educational experience that the whole family can enjoy. I truly hope that this will give children an opportunity to experience the magic of live theatre and expand their knowledge of the art.”   

Brought to Manila by Concertus Manila, in partnership with ABA Productions and Lunchbox Theatrical Productions. Special thanks to Nickelodeon. Book your tickets at TicketWorld. Call 891-9999 or visit www.ticketworld.com.ph.

Directed by Olivia Jacobs. Creative Producer Toby Mitchell. Designer Isla Shaw. Lighting by James Whiteside, music by JollyGoodTunes, and choreography Morag Cross.

Adapted from the book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler

Illustration © Axel Scheffler and Macmillan Children’s Books

LiverMarin Secure your Liver!

Liver health must be taken seriously. Yes, it is an organ that weighs only a few pounds but it performs several essential functions all at once. 

Primarily, it takes a crucial part in your overall health and the body needs your liver to digest most of what you consume. You take your meds, your liver break them down. You drink alcohol, the liver filters it and with this process, some of the liver cells die. Everything you eat or drink, puts the liver into work so if you won’t be mindful on what you consume, surely your liver will give you health problems that you will regret.

ATC Healthcare is here to ensure your liver health is protected with LiverMarin.

LiverMarin is a dietary supplement containing 250mg of Silymarin or Milk Thistle, and 100mg of Sodium Ascorbate. Silymarin protects your liver by acting as an antioxidant, promoting the growth of new liver cells and preventing liver damage. 

Regular intake of LiverMarin also helps in preventing hepatitis A and B, managing SGPT and SGOT levels and insulin overproduction. However, this is not a medicinal drug and should not be used to treat the symptoms of any disease.

It is recommended to take 1 capsule 3 times a day before meals, or as prescribed by your doctor. LiverMarin is P9.00 SRP per capsule, available at Mercury Drug and other leading drugstores nationwide. LiverMarin, dahil liver mo, sagot mo!

ASIAN BUFFET ADVENTURE AT F1 HOTEL MANILA

Savor the richness of Asian culture and cuisines at F1 Hotel Manila. The Asian Buffet Adventure at F All Day Dining Restaurant will be highlighting the variety of flavors from Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, China, and of course, the Philippines.

Delight yourself with the buffet’s wide selection of Asian cuisine as there's surely something for every taste, including a selection of fresh seafood, sashimi, noodles and other Asian favorites. 

The spread shall also include some signature dishes of F1 Hotel Manila’s new Executive Sous Chef, Decker Gokioco which include Poached Mahi-Mahi with Seafood Mousse in Curry Sauce; Fernando's 4-Day Marinated Pork Belly; and his classic take on the traditional Peking Duck.

The Asian Buffet Adventure is available during lunch or dinner buffet for only Php 1,399 nett per person, available until February 29, 2016 only.

For inquiries and reservations, please call (02) 928-9888 or email at inquiry@f1hotelsandresorts.com.

F1 Hotel Manila is located at 32^nd street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City. For inquiries and reservations, please call  (02) 928-9888. For online booking and more information, please visit www.f1hotelmanila.com. For hotel updates and special offerings, follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @f1hotelmanila.

Zoomanity Gives Back : Open Heart Open Park Project

"Christmas is for children" quotes Robert L. Yupangco, CEO of Zoomanity Group, one of the leading companies in the theme park industry. With this in mind, the company took the opportunity to give back the happiness and blessings to less fortunate children this season of sharing and thanksgiving. 

Aside from promoting their advocacy which is called the 4 E's ( Education, Environment Conservation, Exhibit and Entertainment) the company believes that it is part of their corporate social responsibility to give happiness to those kids who need it the most. Through one charitable activity called "Christmas Gift Giving", Zoomanity Group chose sets of orphan kids from different foundations, annually to experience a whole day of fun, love and care in their parks.

This year, over 600 kids will get a chance to have free entrance to all Zoomanity Parks and enjoy one exciting day of interaction with their favourite animals. Different gifts will be given away plus exciting shows will be held. From Paradizoo (Mendez, Cavite) and Residence Inn (Tagaytay), December 5. Zoocobia Fun Zoo (Clark,Pampanga) and Zoobic Safari (SBMA), December 13, these less fortunate children really felt the essence of Christmas and that is to be loved and cared for. This series of activities surely gave them a lasting memory of happiness.

Help us spread and continue this wonderful activity in Zoomanity Parks where the happiness begins.

For more information please call 899-9595 loc 344 / 899-9824; 847-0413, email zoomanity@gmail.com or info@zoomanity.com.ph and visit our website at www.zoomanity.com.ph

KEEP YOURSELF GOING WITH ROBUST EXTREME

When it comes to sex, men have this one question etched at the back of their minds: “Am I performing well enough?” For men, questions like this seemed too important because this somehow affects (and even dictates) their ego and confidence.

Luckily, there is a food supplement that can help men sustain their stamina and libido – Robust Extreme. ATC Healthcare International Corp. searched for the best ingredients that can aid in increasing stamina and libido and incorporated it into one convenient capsule – Robust Extreme.

•             Spiral Algae contains various micro-materials that are essential for the body such as gamma-flax oleic acid and beta-carotene.

•             Corn Extract is a good cleanser for the urinary tract and is also beneficial for disorders of the prostate and cystitis and inflammation of the urethra.

•             Medlar Extract is a known diuretic.

•             Ginseng Extract is known for its anti-oxidant properties and it is known as a treatment for stress.

•             Epimedium Extract or Horny Goat Weed is mainly used for its aphrodisiac properties and is commonly used as a sexual enhancer.

•             Cistanche Salsa Extract is used to increase men’s sexual power and is useful in increasing circulation to the genitals.

•             Hawthorn Berry Extract is beneficial for the health of the circulatory system.

To achieve that sex god status, turn to Robust Extreme and get ready to feel immortal during intimate moments. Robust Extreme is sold at SRP P125.00 per capsule. It is available at Mercury Drug and other leading drugstores nationwide.

ATC Evening Primrose: No More PMS Worries

At some point in your life, you will meet a woman who snaps irrationally, craves uncontrollably and shops like mad, once in every month. This usually happens a week or two before their period and the science behind it - premenstrual syndrome or PMS. 

Study suggests that for 1 in 20 women, PMS is intense enough to cause disruption to the quality of their life, resulting to misunderstanding with their loved ones. Though PMS can sometimes be mistaken with anxiety or depression, it can be identified by its symptoms such as mood swings, loss of confidence, being emotional and irritable. 

What makes this worse is that women also undergo physical struggles such as headaches, migraines, abdominal bloating, breast tenderness and even asthma. PMS may be a monthly battle women learned to live with but you can always look for back up – ATC Evening Primrose.

ATC Evening Primrose relieves premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and breast tenderness associated with the menstrual cycle. ATC Evening Primrose also helps alleviate hot flashes caused by menopause and reduces symptoms of eczema and dermatitis. Also, be reminded that ATC Evening Primrose is not a medicinal drug and should not be used to treat the symptoms of any disease.

Let go of your PMS worries with ATC Evening Primrose. ATC Evening Primrose is recommended to be taken one capsule a day, preferably with warm water.

ATC Evening Primrose is available at Mercury Drug and all leading drugstores nationwide for SRP P6.00 per soft gel capsule. ATC Evening Primrose, the supplement for women.

Singer / Songwriter DAN HILL will serenade us on Valentines 2016!

If you are planning for a great way to spend Valentine's Day with a loved one, this will be perfect gift and also to rekindle lost romance as "The King of Romance", Dan Hill will perform this Valentine season. 

Nominated for a Grammy for the Best Male Vocal, a winner of a Grammy (as co-producer of Seduces Me", on Celine Dion's 30 plus million-selling "Falling into You", album), winner of five Juno Awards and the Harold Moon Award (Canadian Lifetime Song Writing Achievement Award). Dan has recorded and released multiple gold and platinum albums. His classic hits, such as "Sometimes When We Touch", (closing in on 5 millions spins in America alone, and covered by hundreds of artists around the world). "Can't we try" (#1 Billboard AC Record of the Year), and Never Thought (That I could Love)", another #1 AC record, all remain staples of AC radio stations around the world. Dan has also enjoyed consistent success as a behind the scenes songwriter, his compositions recorded by so many artists spanning so many musical genres that it's well, incredible. Pop singers Celine Dion, Britney Spears, 98 Degrees, The Backstreet Boys, Rod Stewart, Donny Osmond, Jennifer Rush and Michael Bolton just to name a few.

Last 2011, he was able to do a back to back concert with Yvonne Elliman and Stephen Bishop. On 2016, he will be coming back once again to serenade us with his top charting hits and spend the Valentines here in the Philippines touring. Catch him as he performs here in Manila on February 10, 2016 at Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila.

Tickets are available at Ticketworld - 891-9999, Ticketnet 911-5555, SM Tickets 470-2222 and Resorts World Box Office 908-8000 loc. 7700. Get your tickets now!

This concert is presented by Resorts World Manila in cooperation with Redstone Media Productions Inc.

Marco, Hajji, Rey and Nonoy in One Special Night Performance - The Classics!

Mark your calendar for an unforgettable gathering of four iconic Filipino artists - Marco Sison, Hajji Alejandro, Rey Valera and Nonoy Zuniga - together in one stage, one concert, one night only. "The Classics" brings together this incomparable four gentlemen for an enchanted evening of song, music and dance on December 28, 2015, Monday, 8pm, at the Newport  Perforning Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila.

The Original "Kilabot ng Kolehiyala" (college girl's heartthrob), Alejandro is best remembered for such songs as Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika, Panakip Butas and Nakapagtataka.

Sison started his singing career after his triump on a singing contest in Channel 7's noontime variety show, "Student Canteen", in his late 70's and early 80's. Being one of the classic balladeers to have captured the true vocal essence of OPM in the 80's, Sison was responsible for the songs My Love will see you through (his biggest hit thus far), Si Aida, Si Lorna, O si FE, I'll face tomorrow, Always and Make Believe.

Rey is a well-known singer, songwriter, music director, film scorer and television host from the Philippines. He wrote and produced songs that were recorded by various singers, most notably Sharon Cuneta. He was a former host of the variety noontime show Pilipinas Win na Win alongside Rico J. Puno, Nonoy Zuniga and Marco Sison. He waxed his first single as a solo singer - songwriter with the song Ako si Superman, which he created supposedly for Rico Puno. His former boss at Vicor Records gave him the opportunity to sing his song and at the same time hired him as one of Vicor's in-house producers. Rey also made songs for other artists such as Rico Puno's Sorry Na, Pwede ba, Daigdig ng Ala-ala, Geraldine's Pangako; Pol Enriquez' Ayoko na Sa 'yo, and many more. While he made songs for his peers, he made albums for himself such as Naaalala Ka, Rey Valera Vol.2, Walang Kapalit, Hello, The Rey Valera Christmas Album, Gabay mo ako, Rey Valera Greatest hits Vol.1, Rey Valera Greatest hits Vol. 2, Pirapirasong Ala-ala. Sa Kabila ng lahat, Kung Sakaling Iibig Muli, FM Ka, AM ako, Home Sweet Home, Ang Mahalaga, etc. Most of these albums made gold and platinums.

Recently, Vicor Music Corporation compiled all Rey Valera's recorded songs in their library in a 4 disc set album, entitled, :Walang Kapalit" as part of Vicor's 40-year anniversary.

Zuniga's singing career spans more than 3 decades, as folk singer from 1971 to 1975 and then as one of the lead singers of the Family Birth Control Band which performed in the best nightspots and hotels like Philippine Plaza, Holiday Inn and the Manila Hotel from 1975-1980. All hits performances in the US from 1983 to the present are well-acclaimed. He has also performed in Asia including major cities of Australia, Japan, South Korea, China and New Zealand.

This dream concert will have four artists dishing out several of their signature pieces. "The Classics", is presented by Resort World Manila in cooperation with Redstone Media Production Inc.

Tickets are now available at all TicketWorld, Ticketnet and SM Ticket outlets.

Tree Top Adventure joins STAR WARS Advance & Block screening on December 16, 2015 at Megamall

On December 16, 2015 at STAR WARS Advance & Block Movie Screening, 200 attendees will receive Tree Top Adventure Gift Certificates for you to not only experience the force in advance before anyone else but to #ExperienceTheExtreme whether you like to be in Subic or in Baguio.

Tree Top Adventure will have a table at Cinema 3, SM Megamall from 8:30PM to 10:30PM to support the movie screening. The organizers are expecting to have 800 movie goers and as of now, it's sold out. Golden Ticket is the organizer of this movie screening with TAG Media and Public Relations as the marketing and branding arm.

TAG Media and Public Relations will give away also limited edition Star Wars notepad brought to us by Alfox Printing Services. Just drop by to TAG Media table to receive one. About the film

Star Wars: The Force Awakens is an upcoming American film directed, co-produced, and co-written by J. J. Abrams. The seventh installment in the main Star Wars film series, it stars Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Lupita Nyong'o, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew, and Max von Sydow. The story is set approximately 30 years after the events of Return of the Jedi (1983).

The Force Awakens is the first film in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, announced after The Walt Disney Company's acquisition of Lucasfilm in October 2012. The film is produced by Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy, Abrams, and his long-time collaborator Bryan Burk. Abrams co-wrote the film with Lawrence Kasdan, who co-wrote the original trilogy films The Empire Strikes Back (1980) and Return of the Jedi. Abrams and Kasdan rewrote an initial script by Michael Arndt. John Williams, composer for the previous six films, returns to compose the score. Star Wars creator George Lucas served as creative consultant during the film's early production stages.

For inquiries: TAG Media and Public Relations- 09166299381 or grace@asiadigitalmarketing.ph

The Force Awakens is produced by Lucasfilm and Abrams' Bad Robot Productions and will be distributed worldwide by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. Filming began in April 2014 in Abu Dhabi and Iceland, with principal photography also taking place in Ireland and Pinewood Studios in England.

How to Choose the Right School – Put Your Future in Focus

How do you choose the right school> Do you base it on course? Specialty? Prestige?

The truth is, there is no single answer to this. But if you had to put your future into the hands of one school, wouldn’t one that combines theoretical expertise with practice experience be the logical answer?

“The role of higher education, as far as iACADEMY is concerned, is to equip students with the capability to excel inside the classroom, and more importantly, outside the walls of the institution. Our school is proud of the fact that we are able to cross traditional academic boundaries through an integrative and immersive approach to learning, across some of the most in-demand industries today,” says Ms. Vanessa Tanco, President and CEO of iACADEMY.

School of Computing

The school of computing’s academic foundation ties its programs to a real-world curriculum that is meant to make students industry-ready for their chosen career.

“iACADEMY institutionalized an extensive internship program that really focuses on the student’s talents and exposes them to the demands of the job. This ensures relevant training in the field that lets them stand out as fresh graduates,” says Mr. Mitch Andaya, Vice President for Academics.

Notably, iACADEMY is also known for producing some of the most talented graduates in Software Engineering, Game Development, Information Technology and Web Development.

School of Business

For business, iACADEMY’s courses are strongly anchored on fundamental business concepts as much as it is on the abstract ideas that drive businesses and organizations to succeed. These include thinking on their feet, smart decision-making, creativity, leadership, networking, accountability and social relevance.

“We offer business administration but with strong focus on financial management as well as marketing and advertising – all of which are the pillars of a holistic approach to business in today’s modern landscape,” explains Mr. Lucky Malveda, Dean of iACADEMY’s School of Business.

More importantly, iACADEMY makes sure that students are given a chance to learn from working professionals who are updated with the trends and constantly evolving nature of the industry.

School of Design

The study of design is as much about nurturing creativity as it is exposure to technology and real-world experience.

“Many people tend to think that the tool males the artist, but the reality is entirely the opposite. We coach students in the use of industry-standard software and equipment to unlock their creative potentials, but that’s only the tip of the iceberg. Our main objectives are to hone their talent and nurture their imagination to help them succeed as artists and designers,” says Mr. Ryan Abeledo, Chairperson of Multimedia Arts and Design.

It takes a more focused and practical approach to a course that is traditionally based on the subjectivity of a student’s talent. Across its different areas of discipline, specifically Animation, Multimedia Arts and Design, and Fashion Design and Technology, iACADEMY makes sure that students graduate armed with the necessary skills to become game changers in their careers.

“Given the competitive nature of design, we also want to give students a global perspective on how they can succeed,” adds Mr. Dane Romley iACADEMY’S Creative Director, whose expertise stems from having worked as one of the animators in the longest running cartoon series in the world, The Simpsons.

Senior High School Curriculum

In line with the government’s thrust to improve the nation’s education system, iACADEMY is now also offering Senior High School Program that will give students a more comprehensive educational background as they enter higher education.

That said, iACADEMY takes it a step further by creating a senior high school program that is focused on the school’s core competencies in computing, business and design; thus giving students more exposure and experience for the creative and technical expertise required to excel in their field. It also enables to make better decisions for their future careers.

“Right now, students are in the best position to learn how to become the game changers of their chosen industries. And while a theoretical academic approach is important, the competitive nature of today’s industries prompts a more comprehensive and holistic approach to education to prepare students for what lies ahead,” ends Mr. Jake Aragon, iACADEMY’s Senior High School Principal.

Zoomanity Group : Sharing the JOY this Christmas 2015

It's that time of the year again for Zoomanity Group's yearly tradition - giving back to all the wonderful blessings #ZoomanityGroup reaped throughout the year by bringing happiness to our less fortunate brothers and sisters, all 300 of them per theme park that our very own CEO Robert Laurel Yupangco manages.

For those who would like to be with us in this charitable event, pls join us this Saturday, December 5 at Residence Inn Tagaytay and Paradizoo. We are inviting each and everyone of you to join us with more bloggers (with a golden heart) to be joining us.

The itinerary below is for the media.

1: 00 PM - Off to Residence Inn

730 AM - ETD at 339 Yupangco Bldg Gil Puyat 930 AM - ETA Paradizoo Theme Farm - Arrival of Orphans - Invocation - Opening Remarks by RLY ( Mr. Robert L. Yupangco) 1030AM - Familiarization Tour 1130 AM - Packed Lunch and Gift Giving

1000 AM - ETA Zoocobia Fun zoo in Clark

1: 30 PM - Arrival of guests at Residence Inn - Animal Show 2: 00 PM - Gift Giving 2: 30 PM - Familiarization Tour 3: 30 PM - Snacks 4: 00 PM - ETD to Manila AND on December 13, 2015. Ten loving and caring bloggers are needed for Zoocobia and Zoobic Safari. ITINERARY: 730 AM - ETD at Yupangco Bldg

- Opening Remarks by RLY

- Arrival of orphan kids - Welcoming guests - Invocation - Food and Gift Distribution 1100 AM - Familiarization your with Animal Show 1200 PM - LUNCH 0100 PM - Off to Zoobic Safari 0230 PM - ETA Zoobic Safari 0300 PM - Snacks and Gift Giving 0400 PM - Familiarization Tour
0500 PM - ETD to Manila

For more information contact TAG Media and PR at 09166299381 or send email to grace@asiadigitalmarketing.ph. TAG Media and Public Relations is the marketing and branding arm of Zoomanity Group.

Let's make a difference. Share your most precious time with the less fortunate kids. We are doing this kinds of events all throughout the year just this time is to celebrate also the birthday of the Zoomanity Group CEO who requested to spend time with these kids instead. Thank you in advance.