CALLING ALL MARVEL FANS, IT IS TIME TO SUIT UP FOR THE 2018 PHILIPPINES MARVEL RUN SET FOR JULY 7, 2018 AT THE SM MOA EVENT GROUNDS

REGISTRATION ONGOING AT COLORMANILA.COM




 Sign up now for the first-ever MARVEL-themed run in South Asia

20 JUNE 2018, MANILA - Calling all MARVEL fans, it is time to suit up for the first-ever MARVEL-themed run in South Asia - the MARVEL Run Philippines 2018.  The event is set to take place on July 7, 2018, at the SM Mall of Asia Event Grounds.

The 2018 Philippines MARVEL Run is organized by ColorManila, the country’s number one fun-run organizer.

ColorManila VP Justine Cordero says, “We look forward to having the first Philippines MARVEL Run on July 7, and we would like to invite all MARVEL fans and ColorManila followers out there, to take part in this highly anticipated event.  The runners will surely like the kits that we have designed and prepared for them, along with the other MARVEL items that come with the race packages.”

There are four (4) race kit colors available, black, grey, green and blue.

The black drifit shirt, which carries the logos of Thor, The Hulk, Captain America, and Spiderman, is part of the Deluxe Race Kit package.  Priced at P1,500, the drifit shirt comes with a finisher’s medal, a race bib, and a color packet.

While runners who sign up for the Premium Race Kit package and the VIP Race Kit package can choose between the grey, green and blue kits.  Avenger fans would love to be seen in these kits with the green one carrying Hulk’s logo, the grey one with Thor’s logo, and the blue one with Captain America’s signature logo - his shield.

The Premium Kit package, which is priced at P2,050, comes with a drifit shirt (with 3 colors to choose from), a race bib, sunglasses that match the shirt chosen, finisher’s medal, color packet, and a MARVEL drawstring bag.

While those who join the VIP category, valued at P3,050, will get a drifit shirt (also with 3 colors to choose from), a race bib, sunglasses that match the shirt chosen, finisher’s medal, color packet, a MARVEL drawstring bag, towel, and lastly, access to the VIP Lounge.

Runners also have the option of choosing between three race categories - 3K, 5K and 10K.


Registration is still ongoing. For more information, visitwww.colormanila.com for more details.



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ABOUT COLOR MANILA:


COLOR MANILA encourages everyone to run, and to illustrate to non-runners how enjoyable the sport is, we bring out the real fun in the ‘fun’ run, through a color festival.  We are the paintbrushes, and You are the Paint. We carry the palette but You make your own Strokes. You become the human canvas, as we literally bring out your most energetic and happiest hue.

You are the Color, the human Canvas. You are the bits and pieces of this kaleidoscope. Because life is not a competition. Rather, it is a race where you run at your own pace, where you throw high-fives to people, where you carry all the colors of your experiences. We make this as the most exciting fun run ever, that you’d want to do it over and over again. We want to give you that unique kaleidoscope experience every time!


Visit www.colormanila.com for more information.

Entrepreneurs honored in the first-ever Certified Leapreneur Awards

Employees turned entrepreneurs are honored in the first Certified Leapreneur Awards held at St. Francis Shangri-la Place last June 19, 2018.  

The Certified Leapreneur Awards is the first-ever recognition given to employees who took the “Leap of faith” to become full-fledge “Entrepreneurs.”

The award is given to 15 employees-turned-entrepreneurs, whose businesses vary from Agriculture, Retail, Construction, Hospitality, Services, and eCommerce.

This is an advocacy of Leapreneur Founder, Jerry Ilao, who himself was once an employee for 7 years in a multinational company.  He left his corporate job to become a full-time entrepreneur in 2007.

After realizing that 7 out of 10 employees want to start their own business someday, Ilao founded Leapreneur in 2015 to help employees transition to entrepreneurship. He believes that this will have positive ripple effects in our economy where one employee-turned-entrepreneur can hire more employees, and consequently, unemployment is reduced, one employee at a time.

Currently, Leapreneur has more than 6,000 members, and many are Overseas Filipino Workers from Singapore, Malaysia, Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong and Japan. Leapreneur has helped many Filipinos through its various programs such as Leapreneur Insights, Jerry’s Notes, Startup Blueprint Masterclass Program, Meet-up activities and various Leapreneur Trainings.

“Most employees and OFWs don’t have any clue how to start their own business.  We want to teach them and show that with the right preparation, and unwavering determination, becoming a successful entrepreneur is indeed doable,” said Jerry Ilao.

The awardees are: Raymund Layoso of Rayne Laundry Express, Donna May Tomboc of ZNTR Travel and Tours, Alexander Duca of CodeSkitch Solutions & Upbeat Multimedia, Cecille Sarmiento of Buttons Up Ventures Inc., Christine Acosta of C.A. Design and Build, John Carlos Valdepenas of SV Wellness and Services Corporation, Engr. Jun Tamayo of Aquasian Water Technologies Inc., Esther Joy Sanchez Villa Vitaliana Farms Inc., Mark Bryan Asilo of MYNE Inc., Elisa Cruz of Westgate Farm, Jojo Cruzado of The Laundry Project, Miguel dela Rosa of MPLIFY Marketing Enterprise, Edward Cruz of Ecomilion Inc., Mark Angelo Hernandez of MOZ Inc., and Ronnie Billones of BillGreen Enterprises.

Ted Ferrer, Chairman of Generika Group, and Armando “Butz” Bartolome, President of GMB Franchise Developers, along with various successful entrepreneurs are also present to witness the momentous event.

For more information, you may visit www.leapreneur.com or visit www.facebook.com/groups/leapreneur to join up for FREE.

Meet Jake Zyrus at Asia Leaders Awards 2018

Jake Zyrus achievements are enough to make him as one of the leaders. Meet Jake Zyrus as part of the Awards Committee.

Here’s some snippets on what’s written about him online.

“Zyrus released the studio album Charice in 2010; it entered the Billboard 200 at number eight, making it the first album of an Asian solo singer ever to land in the Top 10.

The single "Pyramid", featuring singer Iyaz, is Zyrus's most successful single to date, charting within the Top 40 in a number of countries after its debut live performance on The Oprah Winfrey Show. Crossing over to acting on television, he joined the cast of TV series Glee as Sunshine Corazon.Subsequently, "Before It Explodes", written by Bruno Mars, was released as the lead single from Zyrus's second international studio album, Infinity.”

Nominate now at http://www.asialeadersawards.org Gala Night on November 15, 2018, Makati Shangrila Hotel. Grab your tickets now!

Muslim youth and women break fast together to fight discrimination, celebrate diversity through food

QUEZON CITY (June 13, 2018) -- Some 160 women and youth from the Muslim communities of Baseco in Manila, Maharlika Village in Taguig, and Culiat in Quezon City gathered Tuesday for iftar, or breaking of the fast during the holy month of Ramadan, to celebrate diversity through food.

Nine women from the said enclaves prepared and served regional Moro dishes.

Peacebuilding organization International Alert hosted this iftar with support from the New Zealand government.  

During the program, Alert showed "Crescent Feast" a 10-minute documentary on how food promotes cultural understanding and bridges religious divides

Alert's country manager, Nikki de la Rosa, stressed that there is bigger work ahead for women and youth, especially in advocating for the passage of The Anti-Discrimination Bill that would protect the rights of religious and indigenous minorities and ensure equal socioeconomic opportunities for all.

According to de la Rosa, Muslim youth and women experience so much discrimination solely because of their faith. They face difficulty getting jobs if they have Arab-sounding names, or they are not allowed to practice their faith freely – many women are told to remove their hijab in many work places.

De la Rosa said that discrimination stems from common prejudices that non-Muslim Filipinos have towards Filipino Muslims who are deemed violent and untrustworthy and should be avoided.

“Alert believes that sharing food is one way to address this lack of understanding. When introduced to different types of Moro food – whether Meranao, Maguindanaoan, Tausug, Yakan, or Sama – we are opened to new ways of tasting and thinking. We realize that we are more alike than different,” de la Rosa explained.

“Hopefully, we can begin appreciating, instead of fearing or condemning our Muslim brothers and sisters. We will know that there is, in fact, no "other," because we have the same love for food, for gathering, for celebrations, for country,” de la Rosa stressed.

Actor and peace advocate Robin Padilla graced the occasion, which was held at his property, Museo Padilla. He extolled the role that women and youth play in peacebuilding. He said that for him, solidarity meant doing good for others without expecting anything in return. Padilla urged both Muslims and non-Muslims to follow the teachings of their religion and work for peace.

That morning, nine women from said enclaves cooked the celebratory meal at Back of the House Collab Kitchen in Quezon City. The dishes include kapsa, an Arab-inspired chicken and basmati rice dish, Maguindanaoan beef rendang, Meranano piaparan – stewed chicken with turmeric, grated coconut, and coconut cream, and daral -- A Tausug dessert of sweetened young coconut spring rolls.

Aliw @40 Concert set on October 4, 2018 at Aliw Theater

Back to the Filipino roots, Back to the Filipino Culture. Let’s support one another. For the benefit & to support the Filipino Entertainers under Aliw Awards Foundation, the only Grammys in the Philippines, we will present  the biggest concert with Aliw “Entertainer of the Year” awardees as performers.

Join us on October 4, 2018 at Aliw Theater and be among those 2350 attendees who will experience how great our local entertainers are who captured the hearts of millions from different generations; Ms. Pilita Corales, Rico J. Puno, Hajji Alejandro, Kuh Ledesma, Liza Macuja Elizalde, Ballet Manila, Jun Polistico and Ms. Imelda Papin. We are still waiting for other performers confirmations. It will be directed by our award winning director Freddie Santos.

Tickets;
VIP Php 4500
Gold Php 3500
Silver Php 2500
Bronze Php 1500

We are accepting sponsors and exhibitors. For more information: grace@tagmedia.asia |09778978877 or 2193503

Asia Leaders Awards 2018 is open now for Nomination

Asia Leaders Forum Series is one of the most sought after business forum in the nation where leaders are speakers sharing their expertise to promote the Philippines as the premier business hub in Asia. For this year, Tag Media Group launched the “Asia Leaders Awards” to acknowledge the honourable men and women who are continuously sharing their skills and time for the greater good not only for the Philippines but beyond. Asia Leaders Awards is built on the idea that for entrepreneurs to continue innovating, empowering others and sustaining their leadership.

Categories

1. Lifetime Excellence Award
2. Young Leader Award
3. Young CEO Award
4. Technology Company of the Year
5. Soul for OFWs Company of the Year
6. Tag Media & PR Brand Company of the Year Award
7. Most Innovative Company of the Year
8. SME Company of the Year
9. Green Company of the Year
10. CSR Company of the Year
11. Service Excellence Company of the Year
12. BPO Company of the Year
13. Tourism Company of the Year
14. Mentor of the Year Award
15. Global Filipino Leader Award
16. Start Up Company of the Year
17. Real Estate Company of the Year
18. Asean Company of the Year
19. Entrepreneur Of The Year Award
20. Hospitality Company of the Year Award

Nominations started this May 2018 with accomplished, credible and recognised business leaders in Asia Pacific & Beyond as judges. Nomination link is http://www.asialeadersawards.org  Gala Night will be on November 15, 2018 at Makati Shangrila Hotel. Judges will be launched also in a Press Conference this September 2018. Confirmed judging committee;

Rick Sobreviñas - Chairman (American Association of the Philippines)

James Jimenez - Director (Commission on Elections)

Dr. Elton See Tan- Vice Chairman (Federation of Filipino Chinese Chamber of Commerce)

Andrew Troy Nicolas- Co Founder & CEO (Tag Media Group)

Robert Laurel Yupangco - President (Yupangco Group of Companies)

Ajay Kesavan- Country Head (GI Corp Philippines Incorporated)

Rudolf Kotik - Founder & CEO ( RK Franchise Consultancy)

Mikel Yaw- Group Managing Director (Elabram Systems Group)

We are accepting sponsors and exhibitors. For more information: grace@tagmedia.asia, registration@asialeadersawards.org |09778978877 or 2193503

MICHAEL I. BARREDO

Michael I. Barredo was born in Manila on April 2, 1955. He graduated from the De La Salle University with a B.A. General Studies in 1975 and B.A Philosophy and Letters in 1999.

He figured in a vehicular accident that left him visually impaired in 1979 and began his involvement with the disabled sector soon after. Sports being an integral part of his life as a former athlete then into sports administration, it has been his lifelong passion to advocate the importance of ‘Sports for All” especially for those with a disability as it develops self-confidence, heightens self-esteem and strengthen ones competitive spirit.

He is the founding President of the National Paralympic Committee of the Philippines, former Chairman of International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) Asia from 2002-2004, then became the IBSA World President from 2005-2013, former Commissioner of the Philippines Sports Commission (PSC), founding governing Board Member and Vice President of the Asian Paralympic Council and also a charter member of the Board of Governors of ASEAN Para Sports Federation (APSF). Currently, he is the President of Philippine Paralympic Committee(PPC)- NPC Philippines, Chairman of the APSF Board of Governors(BOG), member of the Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) Executive Board as representative for the South East Asia Sub Region.

In 2013, Barredo received the Victor Ludorum, “The Winner of the Games”, from IBSA and is a recipient of the“Paralympic Order” from International Paralympic Committee (IPC), which is the highest tribute given to individuals for their contribution in furthering the Paralympic Movement throughout the world.

The “Asian Order” was also awarded to Barredo last November 2016 during the General Assembly in Bangkok, Thailand.  It is the highest order that the Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) can bestow and is awarded to any person who has illustrated the APC ideals through his or her actions, has demonstrated outstanding achievement in their sport, or has given outstanding and long-lasting services to the APC cause.

Other Awards:

Outstanding Disabled in Business-1988

The Outstanding Young Men(TOYM) of the Philippines-1992

De La Salle University Sports Hall of Fame inductee- 2006

Apolinario Mabini Awardee