August 1 this year marked the 5th anniversary of the death of former Philippine President Corazon Aquino. And in the Philippines, we commemorate not only birthdays, but also death anniversaries as well. I don’t know, but it’s a Pinoy thing. Thus this year, an exhibit sponsored by the national daily the Philippine Star and its sister publication PeopleAsia Magazine put up a special exhibit on the former president at the Glorietta Activity Center. Entitled “History and Her Story”, the exhibit gave one a glimpse of the life of the former president told in words and photos, that is if one is not that familiar about her yet.
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CSR Expo 2014
Normally, there is this perception that big businesses only have profits in their mind and could not care less for the welfare of the people. While that perception has factual basis to it to some extent, it must be stressed that not all companies are that cold and heartless, minding more about how they will earn rather than how they could help. In fact, some of them have made significant contributions in advancing the welfare of the nation. Such facet of the business is known more as “corporate social responsibility” or CSR. These CSR initiatives are highlighted in an annual event called the CSR Expo, which recently had its 13th…
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Checked Out: Franchise Asia Philippines 2014
Last July 16-20, the SMX Convention Center near the SM Mall of Asia served as host for what is dubbed as “the biggest franchise event in Asia,” the annual Franchise Asia Philippines. Franchise Asia Philippines aims to showcase a variety of franchising concepts and, in turn, business opportunities for people who are looking into building their successes in the realm of franchising.
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Checked Out: ToyCon 2014
It is that time of the year once again when the country’s biggest toy convention hits town. And the Urban Roamer was there as usual at ToyCon 2014, held at the usual venue which is the Megatrade Hall of SM Megamall last June 20-22.