Islands Banca Cruises ‘Bangkeros’ find their place in tourism industry
Eight years ago, Zaldy Catana was working in a dive stop in Lapu-Lapu City when he decided to work for the new Islands Banca Cruises (IBC). Started by entrepreneur Jay Aldeguer, IBC aimed to professionalize the island- hopping work and enhance the experience of clients.
Gandang Kalikasan: Doing great by doing good
Gandang Kalikasan Inc., a social enterprise born out of an advocacy to be pro-poor, pro-Philippines and pro-environment, has proven that sowing inclusivity into business can reap great rewards.
Holland America Line to hire hundreds of Pinoy seafarers for new cruise ship
Holland America Line, the luxury subsidiary of cruise industry leader Carnival Corporation, is so impressed with the ability of Filipino seafarers that it wants to hire more for the company's newest vessel.
Hapinoys: Financial security makes happy Pinoys
People who knew Mayreen Artes back when she was still a factory worker would often ask her. “How were you able to change your life?”
Taiwanese tech group to hire 16,000 more Filipinos
New Kinpo Group, a leading global electronic manufacturing services and original design manufacturing company is expanding its operations in the Philippines.
Hacienda Crafts: Raising women’s dignity through crafts
Twenty-four years ago, Helen Zava was a housewife content to stay home and take care of her family. While she felt fulfilled, Zava found another kind of satisfaction when she became a weaver for Hacienda Crafts, a manufacturer and exporter of Philippine handicraft.
PHL economy remains vibrant, still one of Asia’s fastest growing
Strong government spending and household consumption continues to be the engine that's driving the Philippine economy northbound.
New oil and natural gas source found in Cebu
The country’s new source of oil and natural gas has been found in Alegria town in Southern Cebu.
Amazon’s 1st PHL service center in Cebu to create 1,300 jobs
E-commerce giant Amazon.com has set up its first customer service center in the Philippines in Cebu City.
Japan’s largest bank makes PH its global services operations hub
Japan's top bank has established its Global Services Operations Center in Manila.
Golden Duck lays golden opportunities for the less fortunate
The versatile salted egg, often enjoyed with fried fish and fresh tomatoes, is a breakfast staple in Filipino homes.
Good Food Community: Betting big on farmers’ bright future
When you’re called to do something good, everything falls into place to make it happen.