Great Taste White’s promo winners take home cash prize, meet Kathryn Bernardo

Great Taste White has been capturing people’s hearts with its tamang timpla of coffee with the right amount of creaminess and sweetness in each cup. Recently, the coffee mix brand invited coffee lovers to show their most energetic poses and smiles in the "Tamang Pose, Tamang Prizes Filter Challenge," and selected 70 minor draw winners and 15 grand draw winners to take home exciting prizes.

The brand awarded motorcycles to the five grand prize winners: Janice Dela Cruz Garganta, Julio B. Culala, Jr., Sitti Shaira Alcid Reyes, Alvin Rechacho Adriano, and Gil Frances Ray Raden Pasatiempo. Meanwhile, Great Taste White gave 10 lucky winners P20,000 cash prize each.

Great Taste White invited the grand draw winners of the "Tamang Pose, Tamang Prizes Filter Challenge" to an awarding ceremony last October 29. Making their win so much sweeter, the brand treated its guests to fun games and extra gifts during the program.

To top it all off, the winners were able to spend time with the Great Taste White endorser Kathryn Bernardo. They got a chance to meet Kathryn and even play stage games with her, such as the acting game "MagpasiKATH."

Just like the experience of drinking Great Taste White, the brand gave a tamang timpla of fun and happiness to the promo winners, spectators, and even Kathryn. It was truly a memorable experience for everyone looking for a sweet time.

Great Taste White offers the right coffee kick, with right amount of creaminess and sweetness, that many people have grown to love through the years. Get your tamang timpla Great Taste White fix at leading supermarkets and convenience stores.

 

Great Taste is a coffee brand from Universal Robina Corporation (URC), maker of well-loved snack and beverage brands such as C2 Cool and Clean, Payless Instant Noodles, Jack ‘n Jill Piattos, Magic Crackers, Maxx and Cloud 9.

TCL Reigns Supreme as the No. 1 Panel TV Brand in the Philippines!

TCL Reigns Supreme as the No. 1 Panel TV Brand in the PH

Breaking the good news! TCL, a leading consumer electronics brand and one of the world's top two TV brands finally takes the No. 1 spot on the Panel TV Brand category of the Annual Cumulative Market Share Data for Panel TVs from TRS Research. This exciting news solidifies TCL's place as one of the world's dominant TV brands.

TCL’s mission is to bring exceptionally good and technologically updated products to the home of every Filipino, making sure that there is a right product for every person from its product portfolio that is easy on each Filipino’s pocket.

Marking 24 years of success in the Philippines, TCL has achieved a remarkable milestone: the No. 1 spot in both market share (value and volume) for their core business - TCL TVs!  This accomplishment is further bolstered by TCL's dominance in the premium TV segment, securing the top position for QLED televisions according to TRS research.

“I am pleased to share that TCL has attained the following milestones through the dedication of our team and TCL products that bring nothing but joy, comfort, and quality to all our customers. We're honored by this recognition and we’d like to thank everyone who has supported us.” ~Mr. Loyal Cheng, TCL Electronics Philippines CEO

Inspiring Greatness Continues

TCL has become a major force in the appliance industry, achieving an impressive 34% average growth rate across its entire business. This success is driven by the continued loyalty and support of Filipino customers.

Recently, TCL has secured the No. 1 spot in panel TV sales according to TRS Research for Brick-and-Mortar Retail Sales.  Their success is bolstered by innovative TV technology, including cutting-edge QLED displays, and industry-leading picture quality.

Perfectly timed for this momentous occasion, TCL unveils its latest digital video commercial, headlined by its brand ambassador and Philippine entertainment royalty, Kathryn Bernardo.

Known for her dedication and success, Kathryn embodies TCL's mission to inspire greatness.  Whether you're facing challenges or celebrating triumphs, TCL offers the perfect entertainment, comfort, and practical solutions to elevate your everyday life.

“So whether in front of or behind the camera, with or without applause—I continue to share my story to be heard; Hear and see people who want nothing more than to succeed. The road is not always clear, but as long as you have something you want to go to; there is no reason to give up on the fight. Because the time will come; that you — will be the inspiration.” ~Kathryn enthused in her newly launched DVC

Fresh off its #1 ranking, TCL is about to unveil a massive campaign showcasing its latest innovations and cutting-edge technology in big-screen TVs. Get ready to be amazed!

For more updates on TCL’s upcoming TV Launch, log on to https://www.tcl.com/ph/en.

About TCL Philippines:

TCL Electronics (HKG:1070) is a fast-growing consumer electronics company and a leading player in the global TV industry. Founded in 1981, it now operates in over 160 markets globally. TCL specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of consumer electronics products ranging from TVs, audio, and smart home appliances. Visit the TCL home page at https://www.tcl.com/ph/en. 

Kathryn Bernardo renews ties with BanKo family

Kathryn is a proud ka-BanKo. With her are BanKoMare Grace and BankoPare Ralph. BanKoMares and BanKoPares provide personalized service by assisting clients through every stage of opening an account or applying for a loan. They also offer financial consultations and literacy sessions to help clients achieve financial wellness.

BPI Direct BanKo, Inc., A Savings Bank (BanKo), the microfinance arm of the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), recently renewed its partnership with Asia’s superstar Kathryn Bernardo, as a member of the BanKo family for the second year.

As BanKo embarks on a mission to become the trusted microfinance partner of the masang Pilipino, it hopes to bring banking closer to communities by offering the right financial services at an affordable price. The bank is also doubling down its efforts on digitalization to make their products easily accessible by the masses.

“Our vision at BanKo is to build a better Philippines – one family, one community at a time – and this is embodied in each and every financial service we offer to a wide range of customers. On behalf of BanKo, we’d like to thank Kathryn for once again placing her trust in us and for believing in our vision to help build a better Philippines. Kathryn is an exceptional actress and a young entrepreneur whose talent and charisma touch the heart of many Filipinos and resonate with BanKo’s brand promise of maaasahan, malalapitan, at mapagkakatiwalaan.” ~Josephine “Jojo” Ocampo, BanKo Chairman

This partnership further signifies BanKo’s renewed commitment to bring innovative banking experience to self-employed microentrepreneurs (SEMEs) and C2D salaried individuals. This forms part of the bank’s mission to promote financial inclusion by providing access to easy, convenient, and affordable products to serve Filipinos who plan to level up their business and uplift their lives, as reinforced by its tagline, “Sa BanKo, may ngiti ang bukas mo”.

“I’m excited to have another exciting year with BanKo. BanKo isn’t just a brand; it’s about helping more Filipinos to get a better life, and I’m grateful to be part of that. Thank you for placing your trust in me.” ~Kathryn Bernardo, Asia’s Superstar 

In 2023, BanKo opened 26 new branch-lite units (BLU) in different locations across the country, bringing the total number of branches and BLUs to 346. The bank operates in 77 out of 82 provinces, with branches in 125 cities, serving as the sole representative of BPI in 152 of these areas.

In order to reach more Filipinos, BanKo has over 1,500 loan officers and associates, referred to as “BanKoMares” and “BanKoPares”, who provide personalized service by assisting clients from account opening to financial literacy discussions.

Additionally, through its partnership with Kathryn, a renowned actress whose authenticity resonates with diverse audiences, BanKo was able to extend its reach to the masang Pilipino. Her role as a ka-BanKo has helped bridged gaps and engage communities, enabling the bank to not just provide financial assistance, but also empower Filipinos through financial literacy. With the collaborative efforts of the BankoMares and BanKoPares, and Kathryn’s influence, BanKo endeavors to positively impact the lives of many Filipinos across the country.

BanKo renews partnership with acclaimed actress Kathryn Bernardo. Photo shows Kathryn with BanKo Excutives (L-R) President Jerome Minglana; Chairman Josephine “Jojo” Ocampo; and Head of Financial Inclusion and Microfinance Rod Mabiasen, Jr.

In 2023, BanKo also announced that through NegosyoKo Loan, clients can now borrow up to P500,000 without collateral, providing them the opportunity to undertake more significant business ventures and expand their operations.

Furthermore, BanKo introduced the InstaCashKo Line, a ready-credit line tailored for both existing and new SEME clients, granting them on-demand access to cash. Year-to-date, BanKo has released P14.2 billion worth of business loans in 2023.

BanKo also offers PondoKo Savings, which is an ideal starter for those who want to save. Opening a PondoKo Account is simple and easy as clients only need to download the BanKo Mobile App and submit one valid ID. PondoKo is exceptionally inclusive, with a low initial deposit requirement of just P1.00 and offers 2% rebate for every purchase of prepaid load on the app. Depositors also benefit from the ease of transferring funds to other banks and e-wallets via InstaPay, free of charge.

Garnering a 24% market share in terms of volume of microfinance loans among Philippine banks, BanKo continues to be one of the country’s largest microfinance banks.