10 Start-Up Innovators to "Pitch In" at the Asia E-Commerce Expo 2015

Asia E-Commerce Expo 2015 is happening on November 25, 2015 at SMX Convention Center, Taguig from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM with more than 20 speaker and expecting 300 attendees plus 30 exhibitors to showcase their products and services.

The main objective of the event is to empower the start-up innovators and traditional organizations to adapt E-Commerce and to learn from the following sessions and discussions about; EPrivacy, Elogistics, Epayments, Market Analysis, Digital Marketing, CRM, Strategy, E-Commerce and Going Global.

The organizers will present also 10 Start-Up Innovators who submitted their profiles to share to the attendees their products and services and possibly to meet their prospective partners if looking. We are giving each Start-Up Companies 5 minutes to present their innovation, company profiles, poducts and services for everyone to see.

#AECoE is not just about learning, empowerment and inspiration but a potential future collaboration that's why we allot time for networking. Speakers confirmed are as follows plus 5 more awaiting for their confirmation:

• Constantin Robertz - Managing Director, Zalora
• Lars Jeppesen - CEO, Tech One Global
• Jacqueline Van Den Ende - Managing Director, Lamudi\
• Kristian Melquiades - General Manager, Viber
• Janette Toral - Founder, Digital Club Filipino
• Subir Lohani - Managing Director, Carmudi
• Chinkee Tan - Book Author and Radio Host
• Robert Yupangco - CEO, Yupangco Group of Companies
• Frederic Levy - Founder and CEO, CashCashPinoy
• Camille Montejo - CEO, Tree Top Adventure, Inc.
• Bjorn Pardo - CEO, Xend Business Solutions
• Quentin Boucher - Managing Director, Ensogo
• Amor Maclang - Director for Communications, Geiser Maclang Marketing Communications Inc.
• Mannix Pabalan - CEO, Hashtag Digital

Moderators:

• Chris Kiklas - President, EmLogis
• Pocholo Gonzales - CEO, Creativoices Production
• Spanky Enriquez - Corporate Communications Consultant

Speakers 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.

Registration Fee per delegate: 3,000.00PHP (Inclusion: Snacks, Elegant Buffet Lunch, Conference and Expo).

3 Easy Steps to Register

1. Deposit the registration fee to

 TAG Media and Public Relations

BPI Checking Account Number: 1680 0010 29

2. Scan the deposit slip.

3. Send the scanned copy to maria@asiaecommerce.ph.

For those who are interested in the "Pitch In" Session. You can still submit your profile on or before September 30, 2015. The chosen companies will be included in the program/agenda.

For more info please check the following:

For partnership/sponsorship: http://www.asiaecommerce.ph
Text or Call: 0916.629.9381
Email: maria@asiaecommerce.ph

Lamudi joins Asia E Commerce Expo

Lamudi joins Asia E Commerce Expo 2015 
happening on the 25th of November, 2015 
at SMX Aura Philippines.

Lamudi Philippines

The leading online real estate website in the Philippines. With over 90,000 properties and 1,000 brokers and developers online. Lamudi aspires to help consumers find their perfect home online from the complete assortment of properties for sale and for rent in the country. 

Simultaneously Lamudi helps brokers and developers connect to millions of prospective buyers previously beyond their reach. Lamudi is globally established in 30 countries and is part of the Rocket Internet Group of companies, the largest incubator of online start ups in the world with headquarters in Berlin and over 100 ventures across 50+ countries.

Previously successful ventures of Rocket Internet include Zalora, Lazada, Zalando, Groupon. Lamudi Philippines acquired MyProperty.ph in April 2015. The team together currently consist of 80 people. Jacqueline Van Den Ende, the Founder and Managing Director of Lamudi will join Christantin Robertz of Zalora and Janette Toral of Digital Club Filipino in the first panel discussion.

Asia E-Commerce Expo 2015 (#AECoE)

Asia E- Commerce Expo 2015 will be at SMX Aura, Taguig on November 25, 2015, Wednesday and brought to you by TAG Media and Public Relations. #AECoE will give you a unique opportunity to learn from, and network with senior leaders from the biggest brands in Asia Pacific region and in which the leading e-commerce experts from emerging markets, award winning e-commerce players and established e-retailers in APAC gather under one roof. Industry leaders will share independent experiences and insights for delegates from different countries. You can be a part of this inspiring environment and benefit from the excellent networking opportunities it offers.

It features:

• Sessions on ePayments, eLogistics and ePrivacy
• Opening reception
• Conference programme
• Over 15 local and international high level speakers
• 30+ sponsors
• 1Hour of Speed Networking

What will you learn:

• Market Analysis
• Digital Marketing
• CRM
• Strategy
• E Commerce
• Going Global

Why you should attend:

• To grow your business
• To meet investors
• 300 APAC Audience
• Maximizing cross border e commerce

Speakers are leaders from different and engaged in momentous pursuits of significance to the ASEAN region and beyond. Attendees are senior business people, high-ranking government officials and media.

#AECoE is not just about learning, empowerment and inspiration but a potential future collaboration that's why we allot time for networking. Speakers confirmed are as follows plus 10 more awaiting for their confirmation;

• Constantin Robertz - Managing Director, Zalora
• Lars Jeppesen - CEO, Tech One Global
• Jacqueline Van Den Ende - Managing Director, Lamudi
• Kristian Melquiades - General Manager, Viber
• Janette Toral - Founder, Digital Club Filipino
• Subir Lohani - Managing Director, Camudi Philippines
• Chinkee Tan - Book Author and Radio Host
• Robert Yupangco - CEO, Yupangco Group of Companies
• Frederic Levy - Founder and CEO, CashCash Pinoy
• Camille Montejo - CEO, Tree Top Adventure Inc.

Moderators:

• Chris Kiklas - President, EmLogis
• Pocholo Gonzales - CEO, Creativoices Production
• Spanky Enriquez - Corporate Communications Consultant

Asia E Commerce Expo 2015 (#AECoE) is expecting 300 visitors and up to 30 companies to share their products and services in  the expo. For partnership/sponsorship, please contact the organizer at 0916.629.9381 or at maria@asiaecommerce.ph. Registration Fee per delegate: 3,000.00PHP (Inclusion: Snacks, Elegant Lunch, Speed Networking, Conference and Expo.)

It's A Vitacubes Funday!

It was definitely a great weekend spent with my Bunso last August 2 at The Fun Ranch, Ortigas.

A sponsored event hosted by Rebisco Corporation where kids enjoyed unlimited play at the Playdium, a magic show and good food! Not just that, we were also introduced to their new product, Vitacubes!

The Playdium

We all grew up knowing that candies are junk food from our moms. And yes, since we are now mommies too, we also inform our kids that candies is not just bad for their teeth but they also don't get any nutritional value in it.

But have you heard of a healthy candy? No, it is not a herbal candy thing, but a candy that aside from having a delicious taste, is it fortified with essential vitamins and minerals and its Recommended Energy and Nutritional Intake (RENI), which is important for growing children.

 

Let's meet Vitacubes! Vitacubes is a new product of Rebisco Corporation. A cube-shaped jelly candies that comes in five different fruit flavors - strawberry, apple, grape, orange and mango.

So, what are the nutritional content of these candies?

LYSINE Contains 70% of the child's RENI. Aids the body in proper growth and energy production. Also helps in calcium absorption.

ZINC Contains 70% of the child's RENI. Zinc is known to help in proper functioning of the immune and digestive systems, energy metabolism, and in increasing the rate of healing of wounds.

VITAMIN A Contains 40% of the child's RENI. Helps in increasing the body\s immunity to fight infections. Also plays an important role in ensuring healthy eyes and bone development.

VITAMIN B Supplies 30-70% of the child's RENI. Promotes growth and strength and stimulates memory in children in their formative years. Helps boost the oxygen circulation in the body, especially the brain, which in turn improved concentration. Helps convert carbohydrates and fats into energy.

VITAMIN C Supplies 30% of the child's RENI. Helps form and repair red blood cells, bones, and tissues. Helps your child 's gums stay healthy. Strengthens your child's blodd vessels, minimizing bruising from falls, and scrapes. Helps cuts and wounds heal, boosts the immune system and keeps infections at bay. Helps the body absorb iron from food resources.

VITAMIN E Supplies 45% of the child's RENI. Boosts the immune system and helps the body fight germs. Keep blood vessels open wide enough for blood to flow freely. Helps the cells of the body work together to perform many important functions.

Definitely, a healthy and yummy treat! 

And it was not just the kids who participated in the games, but the mommies too! 

Admin and Members of Mommy Bloggers Philippines
participated in one of the games.

Dance contest for the kids.

One of the mommies who participated for a magic trick.

With Ivan the Magician.

I have phobia with snakes, but I need to face my fear just to have this picture taken with my Bunso. Of course, I don't want to loose that "Authority" factor that I have at home. Yes, this dragon does not like snakes at all!

And of course, who would not enjoy the photo booth by Funframes for FunRanch?

I was so dead tired that I slept right away when we got home, I woke up the next day and found out that my mom already removed some of the candies in its pack and transferred it in a sealed container. Good thing that there was still some packs that were not opened yet and was able to take this picture. And my mom liked it too!

Vitacubes is now available at all Mercury Drug outlets, SM Supermarkets, Robinson's Supermarkets, Waltermart, Landmark, Puregold, Ministop and local grocery stores.

These candies can be bought per box containing 10 pieces of 50g packs. They also have Vitacube singles for 1.00php per piece which are available at sari-sari stores, supermarkets and local grocery stores. The suggested retail price (SRP) for a 50g pack is only 12.00php. A very affordable price for a healthy candy.

Vitacubes 

Yummy has never been this healthy. 

Healthy has never been this yummy!

The 3rd Baby and Family Expo Philippines to Launch on September 2015

The third Baby and Family Expo Philippines (BFEP), the country's largest consumer tradeshow for Baby, KIds, Pregnancy and Parenting Products and Services, will be held from September 5-6, 2015 at the Megatrade Hall, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City.

The most anticipated Family Ultimate Day-out, BFEP 2015, is dedicated to nurture family development and childcare. The 2-day event provides best products and services for the whole family, covering the stages of family growth from maternity, newborns, toddlers and early childhood, providing seminars and talks to parents and guardians that seek essential tips and trends to improve their children's health, safety, security, education and more.

BFEP 2015 is packed with fun-filled activities for the entire family, such as the Family Fashion Show, Familympics, games and raffles. Special attractions and features like the Wonderland Playground, World of Science, Toy Museum, Arts and Crafts Studio, Star Photo Gallery, Face Painting Station, Dining Area, Breastfeeding Area, Diaper Changing Area, and Business Matchmaking Area, are prepared for everyone to enjoy!

Baby and Family Expo Philippines' World of Fun where children enjoy fun and exciting rides and games at the expo.

To top it all off, Baby and Family Expo Philippines gets bigger and better with more than 100 exhibiting brands to give away exciting prizes and exclusive discounts only available during the expo.

In 2014, the following brands participated at BFEP: Johnson & Johnson, Baby Mama, Enchanted Kingdom, Children's Dental Center, Momsie Kitty Spa and many more. It was packed with talks and seminars from industry experts such as Edward Mendez of Sexy Solutions, Relational and Life Coach Ali Gui, and Successful Career-Mom Merlee Jayme of DM9Jayme Syfu.

BFEP is a one-stop-shop and interactive expo for all babies, kids, pregnancy, parenting, and Family products and services.

Celebrities such as Thor Dulay of the Voice Philippines and Faith Cuneta entertained the visitors with the lovely voices. The whole family happily bonded together as they participated in the special program like the Bubble Show, Puppet and Magic Shows, Interactive Science Show and Mascot Showdown.

BFEP presents interactive shows for the whole family to enjoy and bond together.

BFEP 2015, now on its 3rd year triples the FUN with more Family Bonding Activities, Ultimate Shopping Experiences, and New Learning and Insights from our experts.

Be part of this star-studded family event! See you all there!

Join the community: 
https://www.facebook.com/babyexpoph and https://twitter.com/BabyExpoPH

Interested to Exhibit? 
Call: 504.4724 / 0905.475.1331 
Email: barbie@babyexpo.ph

MTRCB Imposes Strict Measures Over PBB 737 to Ensure Protection of Minor Housemates

The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) imposed strict measures and closer collaboration with ABS-CBN Corp. and SkyCable Corporation as a result of the mandatory conference held Thursday. The conference meant to address various issues and concerns regarding the protection of the welfare and development of minor "housemates" in the television program "Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) 737" (and as regards other concerns about self-regulation). 

  

Such issues and concerns were covered by the Board's 03 July 2015 letter sent to said entities alleging complaints or feedback coming from some parents as well as the National Youth Commission (NYC) in regard to, among others, the cable 24/7 version of the program and its regular free TV version over Channel 2.

Earlier, the Board also sent a letter dated 29 July 2015 conference to consider measures on how best to protect minors in regard to the said program. Serious feedback coming from both the private and public sectors prompted the Board to incorporate into the mandatory conference consideration of overall theme and scenes placing minors in situations tending to compromise their naturally fragile personalities and for the entities concerned to explain their side.

The conference, handled by the Board's Hearing Committee for the purpose - chaired by Board Member (BM) / Atty. Ricardo Salomon, with members BM Ma. Carmen Musngi and BM Cecilia Nubla, was attended by ABS-CBN Corporation represented by its various program executives, namely: Mr. Laurenti M. Dyogi, Head TV Production Entertainment; Mr. Jon Moll, Director; Mr.Raymond Dizon, Business Unit Head; Mr. Marcus Vinuya, Creative Manager; Ms. Cynthia Jordan, Production Manager; Mr. Matthew Salegumba, Story Editor; Ms. Merce Gonzales, Production Manager; Ms. Marpua Engking, Head Researcher; Ms. Charmaina Estrera, Program Producer; Atty. Monalisa Manalo, Legal Counselor; Program Executives' Anna Ilida, Marcella Panaguiton, JR dela Cerna, Krystel Agnote, Kane Errol Choa, and Rae Ann Ducut; and Sky Cable Corporation, the program provider on cable television Sky Channel 85, represented by its Ms. Cora Santiago and Legal Counsel Attys. Agatha Zapanta-De Jesus and Carmi Tugday.

Also in attendance were different resource persons who also wrote to the Board their concerns over the program: Dr. Zandro G. Rapadas of the U.P. College of Mass Communication and Ms. Arlene S. Lacson.

In addition, various resource persons were also invited to share their inputs and expertise to help and guide the Board and the summoned entities to come up with appropriate and comprehensive self-regulatory and remedial measures to address concerns such as mature or adult language, huddling close in bed, and lack of adequate adult supervision, to name some: Hon. Earl P. Saavedra, Commissioner of the National Youth Commission; Hon. Delia Hernandez, Executive Director of the National Council for Children's Television; Hon. Patricia Luna, Executive Director of the Council for the Welfare of Children; Ms. Irma Valiente, Ms. Norline Jacobo, and Ms. Maribeth Casib from the Department of Labot and Employment-National Capital Region; Attys. Ryan Jeremiah Donato Quan and Jamie Ann Reyes of the Ateneo Human Rights Center; Dra. Georgina Gozo-Oliver of the Philippine Psychiatric Association; Sr. Ma. Consolata Manding, FSP of the Daughters of Saint Paul; Ms. Ma. Patricia Boton; Ms. Christine E. Gomez; Director Jose Javier Reyes; and psychlogist Fr. Filoteo Mangalubnan, S.J..

In an opening message, MTRCB Chairperson Eugenio Villareal addressed all participants, stating that the subject matter of the conference is beyond the show PBB 737 but is more importantly about the welfare and value of children and the family. Chair Toto also appealed for openness and initiative of all participants as he noted that we are all formators and educators and that we want our children to be people with character.

Different issues and concerns were addressed during the conference especially on the aspect of cultural sensitivity and how the show addresses the vulnerability of the minor housemates - which even include a 12 year old boy.

NYC Commissioner Saavedra addressed concern over the supervisory role of PBB 737's "resident psychologist," especially on the issue of sexual preference as well as the over-all psychological and moral development of the housemates. On the matter of the program's targeted young audience, and citing an NYC report, Comm. Saavedra stressed that the portrayal of modern identity of Filipino youth is important especially that media has great impact to young people and that TV is a major source of information.

Resource person from AHRC, DOLE, and CWC asked if the show has protective mechanisms in place for the minors and if there are interventions for parents.

Veteran director and academician Joey Javier Reyes raised concern over the lives of the minor housemates after PBB especially in regard to stigmas and seemingly bad reputation that may plagued some housemates as a result of social media. Director Reyes then stressed the important role of media in protecting the lives of the children, making the media the new "Babaylan."

ABS-CBN and PBB responded to all the issues and concerns raised by the resource persons and were very open to the suggestions made by the participants. ABS-CBN TV Executive Laurenti Dyogi told that they are mindful of their responsibility towards the housemates and have regular assessments of the show and that the housemates are undergoing regular sessions with the team and their psychologist.

From the long discussions and careful deliberation, MTRCB will now work closely with PBB 737 until the end of the show by imposing specific actions and guidelines to ensure that the welfare of the minor housemates are of utmost importance.

MTRCB has required both the network and the cable company to institute remedial and self-regulatory measures to ensure the protection, welfare and development of all participants of the show. This is also to make sure that housemates will not be engaged in activities and tasks which may be hazardous to their life and safety. Relevantly, the management and production team, with legal counsel, were active in contributing to the remedial measures contained in the order issued at the end of mandatory conference.

All story editors are required to undergo a Matalinong Panonood and audience-sensitivity seminar to be conducted by Chairperson Villareal on a rotational basis every Thursday at the MTRCB office.

An advisory at the beginning of each episode must be placed stating the following: "This program may contain sensitive material. Viewer discretion is advised." Further, starting July 10, the classification rating of PBB 737 Gold will now be SPG with at least descriptors pertaining to "Theme" (T), "Language" (L), and Sex (S).


And to address the needs and vulnerabilities not only of the participants but also the audience, a comprehensive "closing-out" discussion by a subject-matter expert after the completion of every task or challenge in regard to the precise lesson, learning or virtue to be imparted shall be implemented. This is actually a reiteration of a best practice of policy formulated and tested after the so-called "Nude Painting" controversy during the last PBB season.

The MTRCB thanked all participants in the mandatory conference for their initiative and cooperation.

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The Love for Arts with Craft Box

Want to know the first online craft kit subscription in the Philippines?

Then let's get to know the Craft Box.

Established in 2015, the Craft Box is your new neighborhood workshop in Manila. Composed of four young women seeking to foster a community of people with passion for handmade arts and crafts. The idea was incubated out of their growing frustration in finding affordable crafting tools and supplies, as well as personalized workshops. 

They believe that despite the ease of mass production, anything is made even more special when handcrafted. Likewise, they believe that handcrafting is for everyone. So, turn your curiosity into creativity! It is never too late to learn a new craft.

Their craft workshops will focus more on industrial products (e.g. resin, rubber molding, wood, and board model construction). With this, you can also put up your own handcrafted product business by just knowing the basics of it! Let us craft and grow together!

The Craft Box would like to invite everyone to their first event The Craft Box Party this coming September 19-20, 2015 at the Pergola Mall, BF Homes Paranaque City.

What should everyone expect in this party?

They are aiming to carefully curate individuals and groups of fashion-forward people, musicians, crafters and entrepreneurs. Shop at your favorite online store, meet and greet your favorite bloggers and celebrities. There will be more games to join too! See chic clothes, vintage finds and handmade crafts. You may also join the workshops and learn a new craft. The will be offering workshops on paper cutting, jewelry making, string art, and a lot more.

Stay tuned for upcoming promos and freebies to be given away throughout the event. It will be definitely a weekend of fun activities, shopping, eating and live music for families and friends.

For interested merchants for The Craft Box Party, inquiries or concerns, please contact the email addresses below:

emailus.craftbox@yahoo.com or thecraftboxparty@yahoo.com

*** They are offering special discounts and freebies for merchants who will confirm on or before August 15, 2015.

Get connected with them:

Instagram: @craftbox.ph | @thecraftboxparty

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CraftBoxPhilippines

Nestle Wellness Expo 2015

I was at the Megatrade Hall of SM Megamall last July 4, 2015 and joined the two day event of Nestle Wellness Expo, I was also here two years ago with a former office mate.

Due to some mommy duties that I need to prioritize, I went there after lunch.

And I salute Nestle for providing specific lines for those who registered online, for PWDs, Seniors, and walk-in registrants. And I was correct, there were a lot more people who participated in the event in the afternoon.

The journey map will be handed to you by one of the representatives of Nestle upon entering the venue. 

And of course the tag, they'll attach one on your wrist at the registration area. And this serves as your timer from visiting one booth to the other. After you had your wellness consultation, you need to visit at least three product booths in 1 hour and 30 mins. A very challenging part before you get another special give away from Nestle. Believe me, with the very loooong line that I saw for every booth, you are lucky to finish everything with the time frame they have provided.

But before that, the first stop was the introduction why the expo was held, and this time it is the importance of having breakfast everyday. And yes, I believe that breakfast is the important meal of the day. That's where we get our energy to start a brand new day.

The Nestle Coffee booth, the first and only booth I was able to visit. I wished I was there when it actually started at 10:00 AM. They are providing free coffee as well for everybody.

Lucky me, I was able to get a picture of Chuckie. Other breakfast products featured were Nestle Iced Tea, Milo, Bear Brand, Nido, and Koko Crunch (forgive me if I forgot a product or two).

The place is too crowded that I just went to take some pictures with some product photo booths. Even claiming your pic would take time.

Good thing that their ushers, usherettes, and bouncers were able to keep the lines for every booth despite of the super crowded event. And I have noticed that there were a lot of children in the event this year.

Hoping to join again next year and would be able to visit all the booths next time. 

A Day At Peryang Adarna

Last May 24, 2015 Adarna House, a children's publishing company celebrated their 35th Year Anniversary with "Peryang Adarna", a whole day carnival themed event which took place at the Activity Center of Trinoma Mall in Quezon City.

If you love reading, you had probably read one of their books. They have multi-lingual books as well. 

Peryang Adarna had featured games and activity booths which both children and parents enjoyed. There were some inspired Filipino games too, like piko, tumbang preso and tirador.

I'd like to have this once the house gets renovated.

And I am one proud mama here! I was with my Bunso during the event and he did not even know how to play piko. I just told him to observe the other children who were currently playing. After a few minutes, he said he wanted to play. We approached the representative and when he was asked if he knows how to play piko, he confidently said "Yes!". And he did finished playing it! Too bad all I got were blurred pictures of him while playing. Think that's the next thing I got to learn about photography. :)

And as a reward from playing piko, you got a free ice cream from Selecta.

And there was this one game that I did not even bothered counting anymore as to how many times we went back just to finish it! For those who attended the event I think you know what I am talking about, Yes! It's the Fishing Booth, where we need to catch five fishes, regardless of size in one minute!

The first try, and the next, well, I stopped counting after 5.

And if you did not noticed it, not all fishes can be caught by the mouth, others can  be caught by the forehead (?) since the magnet was placed there. And since Bunso got my Never Give-up Competitive side of me, we were able to complete the stamps in his card and qualified for the raffle draw.

And it seems that most of the parents played this game, including me! :D

Finally! 

Two mascots joined the crowd, Adarna House's very own Pilandok, and the big bird of Oishi. 

Adarna's very own, Pilandok.

His beak it too big for the picture.

By 3:00 PM the program started hosted by celebrity mom, Camille Pratts. Too bad I never got a clear shot. I wanted to, but I just don't want to block the audience's view too. A special dance number by the Movement Studio together with Pilandok, musical performance by Pundaquit Virtuosi headed by Julliard-trained Coke Bolipata also took place on the event.

Celebrity mom Camille Pratts, with the authors and illustrators of Adarna House.

And of course, the most awaited book reading by Luisito "Kuya Bodjie" Pascua and Earle Figuracion entertained, not just the children, but also the parents who were star strucked by Batibot's Kuya Bodjie.

Kuya Bodjie, reading the story "Nang Magkakulay ang Nayon".

Earle Figuracion, narrating the story "Ang Barumbadong Bus".
It seems that this guy had memorized the story already.

As literature evolves online, Adarna House formally presented its newest venture, Adarna Digital. Its recently developed apps based on their popular books for a new generation of Filipinos around the world to enjoy.

He got a prize!

And the reason why we visited all of the booths and completed all the activities, joining the raffle! :D He was actually waiting for his name to be called for the winners of Oishi products, but his name was called for the winner of school supplies by Amspec. Now he is using the pencil and eraser. We had set aside the other art stuff for a while, and will use it only if needed.

It was a tiring day indeed. But  we enjoyed our bonding moment at Peryang Adarna.

Hoping to see and join events with Adarna soon!

NU Skin, Providing Business Opportunities

Women are now more conscious as to how they look, especially for those working women who needs to talk face to face with different types of people, in other words, they wanted to look presentable to the person they need to talk to. Besides, who would like to talk to someone who looks like he/she just got out of bed?

Have you heard of NU Skin?

NU Skin is one of the world’s leading company that provides beauty and wellness products not just for women, but it is good for men too! They started way back in 1984 and still continues to provide quality products and innovative business opportunities.

  

They are having a convention on March 13 and 14, 2015, The Create History Philippine Convention 2015 at the Philippine International Convention Center, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City.

Guests speakers on the first day will be Anthony Pangilinan, Chairman and Chief Disturber of BusinessWorks, Inc., and NU Skin business partners Rhea Horrilleno-Gudani, Marlon Ilagan, Joseph Phillip Villegas, Marsel Fuertes and Pax and Gina Paculaba who will be discussing how NU Skin had changed their lives.

Schedule for March 13, Friday:

Registration: 1:00 - 2:00PM

Program proper: 2:00 - 7:00PM

Ticket price: P150.00

Venue: Summit Hall C and D, Philippine International Convention Center, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City.

For the second day of the convention, recognition will be awarded to their business partners who had not just made NU Skin well known in the market worldwide, but was able to change people’s lives by reaching their goals in life.

Schedule for March 14, Saturday:

Morning Session: 9:00 - 12:00NN

Afternoon Session: 3:00 - 7:00PM

Ticket price: P250.00

Venue: Reception Hall, Philippine International Convention Center, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City.

For those who are interested to attend their convention you may contact or visit their office:

Nu Skin Enterprises Philippines, LLC
15th Floor Octagon Center, 41 San Miguel Avenue, Pasig City 1605
632 8-NUSKIN (632 868 7546)

No Application, No Effects, Just Natural Light

Mommy Bloggers Philippines and mommy blogger Joy Gurtiza of joybites.com had organized a mini workshop for the members and non-members of MBP last February 21, 2015. Two sessions had been arranged, a morning session scheduled at 10:00 AM at Museum Cafe/Kabila in Greenbelt 4 and the afternoon session scheduled at 2:00 PM at Saboten in Glorietta 5.

I joined the afternoon session. And can you imagine? A DSLR camera is not required for this workshop, you may use your camera phone or a point and shoot camera if that’s what you have. Mine is a camera phone, My Phone A919 Duo.

And I learned the art of natural light. Yes, no light effects like in the studio, just the natural rays of sunlight coming from your window (or door). And believe it or not, there’s also a holy hour for this type of lighting from 7:00 to 9:00 in the morning and 4:00 to 6:00 in the afternoon, but it also depends on the position of your house, like from where your window (or door) is located from the sun’s direction. I also learned on how to check and make use of the settings in my camera phone, as well as DIY (do it yourself) equipment that you may use as props, and reflectors during your own photo shoot at home (I will feature this on my next blog once I have made my own). Now I know how minimize those disturbing shadows on some of my pictures.

Here are some of the pictures that I took with my camera phone.

This is my favorite.

I changed the settings for this one and had the White Balance under Flourescent.

Sponsors for the event are, Raintree Restaurants, Japan Homes, Nature Republic, Henry's Professional, Goauche Bags, Oil of Argan and Villa del Conte.

I will be doing practice for the next few days with what I have learned, and will feature those pictures here soon!