On the Spotlight!

  The Taiwan Excellence mascot continues its mission of giving high fives and spreading encouragement to everyone, now here in the Philippines! From visiting offices in Metro Manila to roaming around parks in Central Visayas, Filipinos enjoyed fun surprise appearances from the friendly black bear. FuBear also steals the hearts of Filipino netizens on social media as the Gimme Five initiative reaches the internet. Who is FuBear? From Taiwan, FuBear is a character made in the likeness of the Formosan Black Bear, Taiwan’s national animal. FuBear’s mission is to champion the spirit of excellence by giving high fives around the globe and, now, in the Philippines.     Pilipinas, Good Job and Gimme Five from FuBear!   The Gimme Five online initiative touched the hearts of thousands of Filipino netizens, with many becoming fans of the mascot and its message. In many videos posted on the Taiwan Excellence social media pages, FuBear tours many places in the Ph...

  As the season of joy and celebration approaches, Montesa Medical Group Aesthetic Center marks a remarkable milestone— 25 years of beauty, confidence, and care. Founded by Dr. Anna Montesa, President and Medical Director of Montesa Medical Group , the brand stands as a trusted leader in the field of aesthetic medicine, wellness, and age management. From its beginnings to becoming a trusted name in aesthetics, Montesa has redefined beauty as more than just appearance—it’s about empowerment, self-love, and transformation. Today, its signature blend of science, artistry, and compassion continues to inspire clients from all walks of life. With its premier clinic located at The Manila Hotel , Montesa Medical Group also welcomes clients at its Tomas Morato (Quezon City), Ayala Malls Circuit (Makati), and SM North EDSA branches. Each clinic offers a luxurious sanctuary for advanced aesthetic procedures, skin rejuvenation, body contouring, and holistic wellness programs—all designed ...

  Sterling Bank of Asia employees take part in the “Kind Heart Gives” tree planting activity at La Mesa Eco Park in Quezon City Sterling Bank of Asia (SBA) once again demonstrated its commitment to environmental sustainability and community engagement through this year’s “Kind Heart Gives” tree-planting initiative held at La Mesa Eco Park in Quezon City. The event brought together employees from various organizations who joined SBA in its corporate social responsibility efforts, underscoring the Bank’s shared mission to make a positive impact on both the environment and the community. The activity went beyond simply planting trees—it fostered camaraderie, teamwork, and a sense of collective purpose among SBA employees. It encouraged participants to take part in meaningful initiatives that advocate for a sustainable future. “Our ‘Kind Heart Gives’ activity reflects Sterling Bank of Asia's support for sustainability and our values of being socially active in good causes,” said D...

PLDT Enterprise , the corporate arm of PLDT, has been recognized at the prestigious 2025 International Business Awards (IBA) for its successful launch of Tech Week PH , the telco group’s first multi-city technology roadshow designed to advance digital inclusion, ecosystem collaboration, and technology adoption in high-growth regions across the Philippines. The Stevie® Awards, organizers of the IBAs, are the world’s premier business awards, honoring the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and professionals worldwide since 2002. The International Business Awards® are open to all organizations across the globe and celebrate accomplishments in all aspects of work life. Tech Week PH 2025 , which won Bronze in the Art, Entertainment & Public – Roadshow category, brought together startups, developers, government stakeholders, enterprise leaders, and other regional ecosystem players in an education and business platform that connected them with global technology pa...

  PLDT Enterprise, in partnership with ePLDT, hosted the Intelligent Enterprise Workshop for Retail , gathering industry leaders to explore how data, AI, and managed services can transform retail operations and customer experiences. MANILA, Philippines — PLDT Enterprise, together with ePLDT, recently brought together decision-makers from top retail brands for the Intelligent Enterprise Workshop for Retail, with sessions on Google Cloud’s AI solutions. The event showed how data-driven insights, AI readiness, and managed services can unlock innovation and help retailers reimagine day-to-day operations — from inventory management to customer engagement. The workshop, designed for retail leaders including CXOs, CMOs, and IT managers, addressed pressing challenges such as fragmented data systems, scalability issues, and the growing demand for secure and compliant AI-driven data strategies. By applying technology into real-world retail contexts, the session emphasized how AI and ma...

  Turning digital innovation into real-world impact for startups Participants and speakers of PLDT Enterprise’s Innovation Spotlight: Harnessing AI and Cybersecurity for Startups gather for a photo after an insightful session on how collaboration and innovation can empower the startup ecosystem. In line with its mission to enable enterprises of all sizes through meaningful technology, PLDT Enterprise led the next leg of the Innovation Spotlight, in partnership with the US Embassy, Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative, YSEALI AMPLIFY 9.0, Women’s Alliance for Security and Peace (WASP), Fibers Collective and Pina Beauty PH. The themed “Harnessing AI and Cybersecurity for Startups” gathered innovators, founders, and advocates to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and digital security can work together to empower startups and strengthen the country’s innovation ecosystem. The Innovation Spotlight series was designed to ignite collaboration among industries, innovator...