- Monday, January 09, 2012
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The new logo of the Department of Tourism gained a lot of positive feedback from the industry and around the country.
Indeed, it depicts who we are as a people.
Now as Senator Dick Gordon commented beyond the logo is the infrastructure and preparation to deliver the promise. Our tourism system must be solid to welcome the influx of tourists.
May I humbly suggest the following:
1. Finish and ensure the Clark Airport is a world class infrastructure.
2. Transfer International Flights to NAIA 3.
3. Renovate or Sell NAIA 1.
4. Give Incentives to local MICE Companies.
5. Bid for International Events Aggresively.
I will expound the importance of all these recommendations in succeeding blogs. For now this will be enough.
I strongly believe It's More Fun in the Philippines!
- Saturday, January 07, 2012
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The rain never stopped yesterday. The whole day is like
going to the bathroom and taking a shower. The city landscape is gray. The
roads are like a glass window. For some, it is a gloomy day. Another wet and
cold day aggravated by the terrible metro traffic.
On the other side, the rain is a blessing. A continuous rain
is a continuous blessing of life. Rain cleans the air of pollution and increase
the level of oxygen.
In one part of the city, this is what took place in
Megatrade. A Blessing was opened the MegaBalikbayan OFW Expo – an event
promoting entrepreneurship and business to OFWs and Balikbayan.
The event has more than 250 exhibitors. The exhibitors are
showcasing different business opportunities to the OFW and Balikbayan. This is
a contrast to what is happening in the lower floors of the venue where a
Christmas Sale is going on.
In the event, investment is being promoted and below
spending.
Yesterday, the first activity of the event is the awarding
of the 2011 Outstanding OFW and Balikbayan Reputation Award (OBRA). An award
that aims to recognize OFW and Balikbayan models of inspiration to the
following category: Entrepreneurship, Community Builder, Family Builder,
Positive Character/Deed, and Work Ethics.
More than the awardees receiving their plaques, the precious
moment in the awarding ceremony are the story telling of the awardees on their
struggle to be successful and triumphant in the challenges of life.
The awardees stories can energize you to go to greater
heights. Their stories can also make you cry and refreshed your soul with the
understanding of how human spirit’s power move mountains.
The MegaBalikbayan OFW Expo happens every year and always
attracts a lot of visitors and exhibitors. But more than these two elements the
event happens to be a strong statement that OFWs and Balikbayan must shift to
being entrepreneurs. This is the only path that can ensure sustainability of
the quality of life that OFW and Balikbayan have gained.
The event runs today and tomorrow. If you wanted to be
inspired or be an entrepreneur then by all means do not miss any moment and be
inside the event and basked at the different things that you can see, hear and
feel.
- Saturday, December 10, 2011
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Food Franchising is one of the hottest and profitable business in the country that OFW can start with |
The only OFW Business Expo in the country opens today. MegaBalikbayan OFW Expo, Dec. 9-11, 2011 opens today with a lot of fun fare and excitement aim at serving OFWs and Balikbayan.
The event boasts more than 250 exhibitors in covering 1,530 square meters exhibition area. The profile of exhibitors covers food franchising, health and beauty franchising, technology franchising, banks and investment, and cars.
There are also livelihood showcases coming from OFW Advocates, Filipino Migrant Workers, and Philippine Association of Exporters, Inc. (PASEI).
Gov. El Rey Villafuerte of Camarines Sur and Undersecretary Grace Tirona of the Commission for Filipino Overseas lead the opening ceremony.
After the ceremony, the 3rd Outstanding OFW and Balikbayan Reputation Award (OBRA) follows with this year awardees namely: Mr. Ronaldo Velasco and Ms. Gundelina Sale – Outstanding Community Builder; Mr. Randy Ahorro – Outstanding Entrepreneur; Ms. Myrna Padilla – Outstanding Entrepreneur; Engr. Francisco Aguilar Jr. – Outstanding in Work Ethics; Dr. Carlito Astillero – Outstanding Family Builder; Mr. Rogelio San Andres and Mr. Prudencio Garcia – Outstanding in Positive Deed/Character.
A lot of raffle prizes, entertainment and seminars are in store for the visitors of the event.
“The event is about converting the OFWs to Entrepreneurs. We believe that this is the best way to make the improved quality of life they have sustainable. It will also help our economy big time if we can produce a large number of entrepreneurs”, said Mitch Ballesteros, CEO of Exlinkevents.
The event is organized and produced by Exlinkevents. For more information visit www.megabalikbayanofwexpo.com.ph or call tel.no. 643.3887
- Friday, December 09, 2011
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The MegaBalikbayan OFW Expo Orientation day was a huge success! A total of 170 participants attended the orientation belonging to 70% of the exhibiting companies.
The orientation was held in Megatrade Conference Room A.
Besides the information education about how to exhibit with ease, the attendees were in for a big surprise as a lot of raffle prizes were given away. Winners of the grand prizes were all so ecstatic. Three won an overnight stay at Club Balai Isabel. The grand prize winner won a 3 days, 2 nights good for 4 persons at El Puerto Marina Beach, Lingayen, Pangasinan.
For more information, visit www.megabalikbayanofwexpo.com.ph or call tel. no. 643.3887.
- Wednesday, December 07, 2011
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A lucky visitor of 8th MegaBalikbayan OFW Expo (MBOX) slated this December 9-11, 2011 can win a trip to Palawan for two worth P20, 000.00.
This promo is for MBOX visitors who bought or transacted a minimum of P1, 000.00 to any exhibitors of the event.
The visitor just needs to present the official receipt or proof of purchase to the Event Secretariat to get a raffle stub.
Palawan is one of the hottest tourist spots in the country. Palawan’s Puerto Prinsesa Underground River is one of the new seven wonders of the world.
This exciting promo is just one of the attractions in the MBOX.
For more information, visit www.megabalikbayanofwexpo.com.ph or call tel.no. 643.3887
- Tuesday, December 06, 2011
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Another full pack venue in the orientation is expected today |
Can't wait to witness the same noise and line again |
The Orientation of the best business event for Balikbayan and OFW take place today at Megatrade, SM Megamall.
More than 200 exhibitors are expected to come to the event.
The Orientation will discuss the following: Venue and Organizers Rules and Regulations, Media Promotion, MBOX 3 days Special Events, and Booth System.
The Orientation of MegaBalikbayan OFW Expo is more than an information dissemination among exhibitors. There are also cool raffle prizes to jumpstart the upcoming event and to celebrate the spirit of Christmas.
Attendees are in for a big surprise for the raffle prizes that awaits them.
For more information about the event, call tel.no. 643.3887 or visit www.megabalikbayanofwexpo.com.ph
- Tuesday, December 06, 2011
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This holiday season one of the best gifts you can have is a brand new car. We bet you are looking for the great deal and that is the reason you should be at the 8th Mega Balikbayan OFW Expo, December 9-11, 2011 at Megatrade, SM Megamall.
First compelling reason to visit the event is that 10 brands are there promoting and out competing with each other in giving you the deal that will convince you to get the car of your dream in a budget that fits you.
Second, the deal that they will be giving you includes freebies. Yes, this spice up the deal to your favor and benefits.
Third, there are other exhibits inside the event that will merit your attention. Exhibits that range from food to satisfy you palette to business opportunities that promises to increase your net worth.
So what are you waiting for drive you new car now by visiting the event that guarantees you will find the dream car that you can take home this Christmas.
For more information, call tel.no. 643.3887.
- Monday, December 05, 2011
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I know everybody will agree that the holiday season will bring out the best events in the land. For one, this part of the year is the best way to make a killing and laugh your way to the bank. The Corporate, School and Family Christmas parties are events that bring out the merriment of the season. Bazaars from every corner of the metro and the provinces sprout like mushrooms. Concerts and plays bombard us.
The malls and commercial establishments also come out with a lot of gimmicks, even extending their time of operations just to capture the spending spirits of the shoppers.
Indeed, we are all lost in this crazy season.
However, for the events management companies this is the time where their creative juices are challenged, and their struggle to be heard in the midst of the noise become an Everest – too high and too stiff.
I am enjoying the dynamic air of the energy that is everywhere and I am happy for all the projects that all the event and production companies are getting and implementing this season.
As for me, Exlinkevents still has one event to implement the MegaBalikbayan OFW Expo this December 9-11, 2011 at Megatrade, SM Megamall.
The turn-out of this trade show is very encouraging and broke all the pass records in terms of exhibitor participations and, hopefully, visitor attendance.
What can I say the sea of opportunities is so wide and the events industry is so big that it is dominating the holiday season like colorful and bright lanterns that adorn our streets, highways and homes.
- Sunday, December 04, 2011
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The Outstanding OFW and Balikbayan Reputation Award (OBRA) for 2012 will be revealed this coming December 9, 2011 at the Megatrade, SM Megamall.
OBRA is now on its 3rd year and is an awarding platform where OFWs and Balikbayans are awarded and recognized for their important contribution in the society.
Since its inception, there have been 20 awardees already and this year’s eight awardees will be a welcome addition to the growing list of OFW and Balikbayan models that we can emulate because of their good characters and deeds.
OBRA has five categories namely: Outstanding Entrepreneur, Outstanding Community Builder, Outstanding Positive Character/Deed, Outstanding Family Builder, and Outstanding Work Ethic.
“OBRA aims to recognized OFW and Balikbayan who we can emulate in these trying times where it is really very hard to find someone where we can use as a guide in living a worthy life”, said Mitch Ballesteros, CEO of Exlinkevents.
OBRA is supported by Ritemed.
For more information about the event call tel.no. 643.3887 or like and follow Facebook/OBRAwards or email events@exlinkevents.com.
- Friday, December 02, 2011
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