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The much-awaited Shopee Ph 9.9 Super Shopping Day Sale is fast approaching. With the goal of furthering its reach in bettering the lives of Filipinos across the country, Shopee has launched Barangay Shopee. Through this initiative, a barangay can win a sponsored community project.
About Barangay Shopee
This promo is a program under the Shopee Bayanihan CSR Program. It is designed to help underserved communities.
Shopee users have the chance to win a community project of their choice. The winning barangay will choose its own project to address the needs of their own barangay. Some community projects they can win include school supplies for public school learners, a basketball court, and a multi-purpose hall renovation.
Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines shares “In everything that we do, we work towards our main mission of bettering the lives of our users, sellers, and communities through technology.” He also reiterates that the program aims to foster the community spirit of barangays from all over the Philippines.
Davao Region and the rest of Mindanao is set to be the energy hub of the Philippines. With moves to transition to more renewable sources of energy, investment opportunities in Davao are sure to increase. This was the conclusion during the “Mindanao as the Energy Hub in the Country, Davao Region as the Corridor” Webinar of the Davao Investment Conference (Davao ICon 2021).
The “Mindanao as Energy Hub” webinar is part of Davao ICon’s year-long Innovation Series. It was hosted and moderated by John Carlo Tria. Tria is President of Mapalad Energy Generating Corporation and Vice President for Trade and Commerce. During the webinar, leaders and experts from the energy and environment sectors convened. The webinar featured a panel discussion on the potential of Mindanao as a hub that can supply the energy needs of the entire Philippines.
Investment Opportunities in Davao
The webinar opened with Davao ICon 2021 Chairperson Ricardo Lagdameo who shared the investment opportunities in Davao region.
According to Lagdameo, “Investments in the Davao Region have become so robust and diverse over the years.” Lagdameo emphasized that investments in agri-business, manufacturing, tourism, real estate, and other industries have helped the Davao post consistently strong GRDP growth for the last decade.
Davao City Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCCI) President Dr. Maria Lourdes G. Monteverde delivered her welcome address in which, she put the spotlight on the Davao Investment Conference on November 2021. According to Dr. Monteverde, the conference will serve as “a great avenue for the business sector to come together and discuss issues that will immensely benefit the local economy.” The Davao Chamber promises to host a world-class international conference that will focus on the sectors of real estate, manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism, despite the challenges of the pandemic.
Shifting to Sustainable Energy
Aboitiz Power Chief Operating Officer of Distribution Utilities Anton Perdices highlighted the vast resources available in Mindanao. These resources make the island prime to become a key source of renewable and sustainable energy for the country. He stated that resources in the region give the advantage to Mindanao to lead the forefront for investments. Moreover, Mindanao’s power supply can support the growth various industries.
Dr. Antonio Gabriel La Viña, Energy Collaboratory Director of the Manila Observatory was also present. He explained why the shift towards renewable energy is crucial to meet the nation’s commitment in addressing climate change. La Viña shares that The Philippines has voluntarily committed to a 75% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Hence, the new to transition to green energy is urgent.
ASec. Romeo Montenegro, Deputy Executive Director of the Mindanao Development Authority (Minda), pointed out the significance of prioritizing the goal of a 50% renewable energy mix by 2030. He shares that the traansition to renewable energy is policy-driven.
Importance of Investments in Davao
President & Chief Operating Officer of Davao Light & Power Company Engr. Rodger S. Velasco recognizes the need for investments in the Davao. Major industries in the region continue to expand and develop. According to Velasco, “I see the potential in investing in Davao for manufacturing.”
The webinar closed with Davao ICon 2021 Co-Chairperson Nicole Bian-Ledesma’s remarks. Bian-Ledesma shares that new energy infrastructures will definitely open doors to many industries in Davao. She mentioned the investments opportunities in Davao are likely to increase, particularly in tourism, real estate, agribusiness, and manufacturing.
The upcoming Davao Investment Conference slated for November 11 and 12 will focus on these industries. And hope to bring more investments to the region.
The Innovation Series of Davao ICon will continue with two more webinars that tackle the Mindanao market and the future of logistics. Follow the Davao ICon FB page at fb.com/davaochamber to find out how you can join these upcoming events.
Note: This article is based from PR materials sent to our Team. If you or your brand has presence and engagement in Davao, feel free to send us your press release and media advisories via email. Our email address is mydavaocity@gmail.com.
Madayaw! Happy Kadayawan Dabawenyos! Enjoy the best from Davao’s homegrown food establishments and get the chance to win up to PhP10,000 worth of vouchers. Join the Grab Kadayawan Promo.
Join to win up to P10,000 worth of vouchers.
Make sure to join to be one of 35 lucky winners who can win up to P10,000 worth of GrabFood vouchers
How to Join the Grab Kadayawan Promo
To join the promo entitled “Grab FEASTival,” all you have to do is order, use a promo code, enjoy a discount, and fill out a form.
Order. Use a code. Get a raffle entry.
Here is a step by step guide.
Open your Grab app.
Click on the FOOD icon.
Click on the “Win P10K GrabFood! icon.
Order from any establishment listed under “Win P10K GrabFood!”
Use the promo code MADAYAW and enjoy a discount.
When your order is completed, you will receive a message in your Grab app Inbox. Open the message, click on the link to the raffle form.
Accomplish the raffle form, with 1 order equivalent to 1 raffle entry. You may also access the raffle form here: https://grb.to/FEASTival.
Easy, right? You get to enjoy food, avail of a discount, and join a raffle. Plus, you get to support local businesses.
This is the crossover you did not know you needed. Your two favorite snacks are together to make your holidays sweeter. Enjoy a piece or a box of the new Krispy Kreme Oreo Doughnuts today.
Krispy Kreme Holiday Cookies n’ Kreme
Yes, these are the decadent holiday treats we all deserve.
Krispy Kreme Oreo Variants
The new Holiday Cookies n’ Kreme Collection is here for a limited time only. Each one combines the crumbly chocolate and cream goodness of our favorite Oreo cookies with the soft and sweet melt in your mouth Krispy Kreme doughnuts.
Need cash ASAP? BDO Cash Agad Mindanao outlets are now open to serve you. Withdraw cash, receive remittances, and more.
There are numerous Davao Cash Agad Davao agents ready to help residents and businesses stay afloat during these trying times.
BDO Cash Agad
Cash Agad operates in far-flung and semi-urban communities for several years now. Through BDO Cash Agad, money transactions are more accessible. You can make cash withdrawals and receive remittances and government cash subsidies. Balance inquiries are also possible. As well as access to calamity funds and loan releases.
Holcim Philippines, Inc. shared the company’s commitment to support the development of Mindanao. Holcim Mindanao recovery efforts highlight the company’s strengths in health and safety and commercial innovation.
The leading cement manufacturer held a virtual media briefing with the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) on September 02, 2020. Holcim presented their comprehensive Health, Cash, and Cost framework. Holcim Philippines Senior Vice President and Chief Finance Officer Jena Rojas provided an overview of the framework.
MinDA Assistant Secretary Romeo Montenegro, as well as representatives from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Region XI and XII offices were also present.
Holcim’s Mindanao Recovery Framework
According to Rojas, “Our company responded quickly and effectively to the challenging situation and we remain confident in bouncing back and sustaining our commitment to support our partners. Our response is focused on three areas: Health, Cash and Cost.”
The Holcim Mindanao Recovery Framework focuses priority on keeping their employees healthy and safe.
