Welcoming 2020 with Fresh Start and Full of Positivity

Another chapter in our lives unfolds in the beginning of each year. 2020 is extra special since it is also the start of a new decade.

We all await exciting opportunities for a fresh start and new beginnings in our personal lives and of course in our blogging community. No matter what your goals are in 2020 or how many new year’s resolutions you plan on making this year, we should always find time to celebrate and reminisce all of your experiences from 2019, whether good or bad; and welcome the new year ahead with hope and positivity.

For eight consecutive years, the Filipino Bloggers Network (FBN) hold its annual get together and this year it will be a fun pan pizza party in Quezon City.
It will surely be an afternoon of great fun, awesome giveaways, delicious food and a great opportunity to make new friends and catch up with old friends they have not seen for a while. Representatives of different sponsors, PR groups and brands are also expected to grace the event and personally thank bloggers and social media influencers who have supported them in the past years, or should we say at least in the last decade.

FBN currently has a membership of more than 2,000 and continues to expand as it provides a venue for Filipino bloggers, vloggers, and online writers and influencers to interact with other members and partner brands from different parts of the Philippines. Moderating the discussions and posting opportunities from different sponsors for the group are co-admins Divine RC, Richard Mamuyac and Lariza Garcia, the annual event has become even bigger on its 8th run.

This year’s celebration would not have been possible without the support of the following generous sponsors and partners:

Century Park Hotel Manila

Situated in the heart of Manila’s business, cultural, shopping and entertainment district is one of the most renowned and finest hotels in the metropolis. A mere seven (7) kilometres away from the Ninoy International Airport, Century Park Hotel - the premier hotel in Manila, is also an ideal airport hotel for busy executives. Follow Century Park Hotel Manila on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/centuryparkhotelmanila.officialpage/.

FuentesManila

FuentesManila is one of the few full-service PR agencies in the Philippines. While publicity remains its core service, FuentesManila provides the following services to its clients: Publicity; Special Events; Online Publicity; Advertising; Media Monitoring; Creatives & Graphic Design; and Digital PR. Follow Fuentes Manila on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/fuentesmanilapublicrelations/.
www.wnot.com.ph (What’s New Out There)
www.wnot.com.ph (What’s New Out There) is an online guide of all new items and products that is introduced in the market or even a product that is to be launched in the industry. WNOT was established in August 2011 to give our consumers an idea of every new product to be purchased. WNOT provides a user-friendly search engine that allows keyword searching, company promotion, and Search Engine Optimization (SEO). This site also acts as a directory for article submission which offers more exposure across the net. Follow www.wnot.com.ph (What’s New Out There) on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/WhatsNewOutThere/.

Cebuana Lhuillier

The P.J. Lhuillier, Inc. (PJLI) is the proud parent company of the Cebuana Lhuillier Pawnshop, one of the leading and largest non-bank financial services provider in the Philippines with 2,500 branches nationwide. PJLI attributes its dominance in the industry to integrity and heartfelt service, robust network of local and international industry partners, and steadfast commitment to nurture market-leading businesses for its growing clientele. Visit Cebuana Lhuillier website for news and updates > https://www.cebuanalhuillier.com/.

DZBB’s Dobol B Bantay Balita

Dobol B Bantay Balita sa Kamara is a radio-television program aired simultaneously in Super Radyo DZBB 594 khz and GMA News TV Channel 27 every Sunday, 10am to 11am. Hosted by DZBB’s House of Representatives reporter, Divine Reyes, the program discusses current events, news and issues in the country. Follow Dobol B Bantay Balita on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/DobolBBantayBalita/.

CID Communication

CID is a pioneering, full-service corporate communication agency in the Philippines. CID's dedicated professionals craft and engineer communication programs and campaigns to bring out and project the essence of organizations, individuals or products. Follow CID Communication on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/CIDCommunication/.

Havas Media Ortega

Havas Media Ortega is the first full-service media agency providing end-to-end solutions in the Philippines. It does not only offer the most complete and cohesive set of media services in the Philippines, it also aspires to provide clients work that is best in class in all the media channels on offer. Follow Havas Media Ortega on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/HavasMediaOrtega/.

Perceptions, Inc.

Perceptions is a public relations company that provides PR counseling and various corporate and marketing communications services to business and industrial organizations, government institutions as well as trade and professional associations. Follow Perceptions, Inc. on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/Perceptions.Inc/.

FleishmanHillard

FleishmanHillard specializes in public relations, reputation management, public affairs, brand marketing, digital strategy, social engagement and content strategy. Visit their website, https://fleishmanhillard.com/about/ for news and updates.

Salgado Public Relations

Salgado PR specializes in PR, Event Execution, Creative Design, Digital Marketing and Influencer Management. Follow Salgado Public Relations on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/SalgadoPR/.

LeapOut Digital

LeapOut Digital is a leading digital marketing agency based in Manila offering digital marketing services for brands, SMEs, and agencies. They started as a search engine optimization (SEO) company in 2008 in Manila, helping raise the awareness of SMEs in the Philippines and other countries through their expertise of digital technologies. Visit their website, https://leapoutdigital.com/ for news and updates.

Ripple8

Ripple8 is the full-service PR arm of DDB Group Philippines. With a clientele comprising top brands in diverse fields, they provide expert traditional and digital PR services, combining creativity and effective communication to create ripples of positive change. Follow Ripple8 on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/ripple8/.

Strategic Works, Inc.

Strategic Works, Inc. live for the possibility of making an idea come to life as they align their passion with the client’s needs. They spot the hot buttons that unlock consumers’ hearts and brand success. Stratworks do Public Relations; Creative Services; Activations; Events Management; Digital Marketing; Advocacy and Social Marketing. Follow Strategic Works, Inc. on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/StratWorks/.

Lorem Ipsum Communications

Lorem Ipsum Communications is a marketing communications agency offering the following services: Digital & Traditional Public Relations; Event Management; Social Media Management; Creative Design and Human Resources Consultation. Follow Loremipsum on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/LoremIpsumCommPH/

Greenbulb Communications

Greenbulb Communications is an integrated communications solution firm specializing in Digital PR and Communications strategies that work. Follow Greenbulb on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/GreenbulbComms/.

Full Circle Communications, Inc.

Full Circle Communications, Inc. is a full-service public relations firm established in 2000. They work with clients to create proactive, ongoing public relations campaigns that generate positive press coverage. Follow Full Circle Communications on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/fccpr.ph/.

M2Comms

M2Social is a team of young, creative, and passionate social media advocates. They believe that social media is not just about pushing out content – it’s about reaching out and telling your brand story to a well-targeted audience using content that's timely, relevant, and strategic. Visit M2Comms’ website, https://www.m2comms.com/ for news and updates.

Buensalido Public Relations

Buensalido and Associates Public Relations is a leading and independent full-service public relations agency based in Manila, Philippines. Established in 1983 by renowned PR practitioner Joy Buensalido, the agency has since grown into a close-knit group of young, creative, and motivated individuals, who are always teeming with fresh and original concepts. Follow Buensalido Public Relations on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/BuensalidoPublicRelations/

Dominguez Marketing Communications Inc.

Dominguez Marketing Communications Inc. is a top-notch Philippines-based integrated marketing communications and public relations company trusted by global companies and SMEs serving major industries such as Information Technology (IT), telecommunications, banks, health and wellness, pharmaceuticals, travel, logistics, consumer and household products. Visit Dominguez Marketing Communications’ website, https://www.dominguezmarketing.net/ for news and updates.

Browne Communications

An agency of global tech, pharma & lifestyle brands where bright minds, inventive thinkers, ingenious beings and imaginative humans thrive. Follow Browne Communications on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/BrowneComm/.

i55 Talent House

Named after a bible verse, the brains of i55 Talent House responded to what’s needed to be done to create and inspire people with messages. Their talents work with clients to nurture ideas, practice creativity, curate, so we can all live in a world of inspiring messages. Follow i55 Talent House on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/i55TalentHouseCorp/.

EON Group

Delivering insightful communication solutions that enable trust-based relationships. Follow EON Group on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/theEONgroup/.

Aldenver Events

A team of dedicated and passionate individuals who are mastering their craft in creating and organizing different kinds of events. Follow Aldenver Events on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/aldenvereventsmktg/

Trendspotting

Trendspotting is a Brand & Advertising Consultancy company which targets great result. Follow Trendspotting on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/TrendspottingConsultancy/.

Fujidenzo Appliances

Fujidenzo Home and Commercial Appliances combine style and performance to meet the high demands of fast-paced living. Taking into account the high cost of living and non-stop surge of prices of commodities, Fujidenzo Appliances are designed to give quality performance at the most consumer-friendly prices. With Fujidenzo, you get the latest features and technologies all within the budget of the average Filipino household. Follow Fujidenzo on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/FujidenzoAppliances/.

doTERRA Essential Oils Philippines

dōTERRA® produces and distributes exceptionally high quality CPTG® essential oils through more than three million independent distributors, also known as Wellness Advocates, around the world. In addition to a premium line of essential oils used by individuals and health-care professionals alike, dōTERRA® also offers products that are naturally safe, purely effective, and infused with CPTG® essential oils, including personal care and spa products, nutritional supplements, and healthy living products. Follow doTERRA Essential Oils Philippines on Facebook for news and updates > http://www.mydoterra.com/jrpagalilauan.

Novelina

An industry leader in the production of powder and cream hair color. At the same time, it also carries its professional line of hair care products which includes cream hair color, shampoo, conditioner, and rebonding formulas. Novelina is also the OEM manufacturer of hair-color for two of the world’s largest and most prestigious hair-dye brands being marketed in countries such as Vietnam, Thailand, Japan, China, North and South America, as well as the Middle East. Follow Novelina on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/novelinacosmetics/

Sinalco Philippines

Sinalco is a German brand of non-alcoholic drinks that has been refreshing the European market since the early 1900’s. It stands by the German quality standard which only means that the highest grade of ingredients and manufacturing is applied to the production and flavor of the beverages. Follow Sinalco Philippines on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/sinalcoph/.

Barlico Philippines

Barlico may have been popularly known as a coffee substitute, but this healthy drink is more than just that. It is made of barley grass from barley plant, which is among the earliest grown sweetgrass in the world that traces its history even before 5000 BC, popular among ancient Greeks and Romans. It’s been dubbed as “nature’s best fast food” attributing to its multidimensional health benefits. Follow Barlico Philippines on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/barlicophilippines/.

Bubble Man

Bubble Man is a highly effici12ent, economical, environment friendly, & Philippine-made Dishwashing Liquid that promises to make cleaning easier and more fun for the entire family. Follow Bubble Man on Facebook for news and updates > https://web.facebook.com/BubblemanPH/.

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Tecnogas Presents First Ever Kitchen Superstar

With the objective of promoting culinary excellence in the country, Tecnogas Philippines recently hosted its first-ever cooking competition entitled “Tecnogas Kitchen Superstar”. The live cook-off served as an exciting platform for food enthusiasts with no professional culinary experience to showcase their skills and love for cooking.

“For more than 65 years, Tecnogas has always been passionate in creating cooking appliances designed to deliver best results. And through this event, we want to encourage and promote culinary excellence even more by letting them use the right equipment,” said JP Rahnema, Sales Manager of Tecnogas Philippines.

Being the first of its kind for Tecnogas, the fun-filled afternoon saw the attendees enjoying good food and winning exciting raffle prizes, aside from witnessing the main competition.

Tasked with creating an Italian pasta dish with a Filipino twist, judges Chef Charmaine Fider of TESDA, Mr. Marlon Aldenese of Cook Magazine, and Ms. Marilou Acuna of Flyace Corporation hailed Ida Tan-Schneider as the grand champion with her Creamy Smoked Salinas Pasta creation. Mariane Camba and Rholielyn Garcia bagged the first and second places, respectively.
As the first ever Tecnogas Kitchen Superstar, Ms. Tan-Schnieder got to take home a P20,000 cash prize and over P100,000 worth of gift packs including a kitchen showcase from Tecnogas.

Tecnogas, the legendary Italian brand, is renowned as one of the top premium cooking appliance brands from Italy since 1952. Its line of cooking ranges, cooktops, range hoods, ovens, and Vortex stoves combine a strong design with extraordinary quality and performance. Tecnogas products are exclusively distributed by Appstar Global Distributor, Inc. and are available in all leading appliance stores nationwide with over 250 service centers.

In partnership with Anson’s Appliances and Unimart Capitol Commons, the Tecnogas Kitchen Superstar event was made possible together with Jolly Food, Doña Elena, Kessler’s, Masflex Cookware & Kitchenware, King Sue Ham and Sausages, Fujidenzo, Solane, Doña Maria, Whirlpool, Al Dente, Good Life, Bubble Man, Cif, Klio, Philadelphia, LocknLock, Fineti, Gardenia, Mother’s Best, and many more.

For more information and updates about their products and events, you may like Tecnogas Philippines on Facebook or visit their official website www.tecnogas.com.ph.

Filipino Bloggers Network & Metrobuzz Get Together 2019

Now on its sixth year, the annual Get Together party of the Filipino Bloggers Network (FBN) together with Metrobuzz Bloggers has become bigger and brighter with more sponsors and partners giving their support to two of the most active blogger groups in the country today.
Salu, a popular Filipino cuisine in Quezon City, will be hosting this year’s gathering of bloggers and online influencers on January 05.
FBN and Metrobuzz members anticipate the annual gathering as an opportunity to make new friends and catch up with old pals they have not seen for a while. Representatives of different PR groups and brands will also grace the event to personally thank members of the online community who have supported them in the past years.
FBN currently has almost 2,000 members and continue to expand as it provides a venue for Filipino bloggers from around the Philippines to interact with other members from different parts of the country. Moderating the discussions and posting opportunities from several brands for the Filipino Bloggers Network are co-admins Divine RC and Richard Mamuyac and for MetroBuzz is Lariza Garcia.
This year’s celebration was supported by the following generous sponsors:

• PNP-NCRPO Chief Director General Guillermo Eleazar

BRANDS

Salu is an all authentic Filipino restaurant. A journey to more than 7,107 tastebud experience.

SvelT’i Slim, Trim & Gleam provides advanced health and beauty services using state of the art technology. They offer non-invasive body and skin rejuvenation therapies to improve body curvatures and reverse the signs of aging.

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Fujidenzo Home and Commercial Appliances combine style and performance to meet the high demands of fast-paced living. Taking into account the high cost of living and non-stop surge of prices of commodities, Fujidenzo Appliances are designed to give quality performance at the most consumer-friendly prices. With Fujidenzo, you get the latest features and technologies all within the budget of the average Filipino household.

Cowboy Grill has been the for LIVE BANDS, GREAT FOOD, and UNIQUE EXPERIENCE for over 15 years. They have the wide range selection of mouth watering menu that suits every appetite and various mixed alcoholic drinks, beverages and other liquors.

Dermcare Professional Skin, Hair and Spa has been in the beauty and wellness industry for 30 years, offering quality of products and services. Among its noteworthy services are whitening facials, anti-aging and pimple treatments, hair coloring and rebonding services, eyelash extensions, body scrubs, hair and spa massage. Dermcare has over 115 branches nationwide.

Novelina is an industry leader in the production of powder and cream hair color. At the same time, it also carries its professional line of hair care products which includes cream hair color, shampoo, conditioner, and rebonding formulas. Novelina is also the OEM manufacturer of hair-color for two of the world’s largest and most prestigious hair-dye brands being marketed in countries such as Vietnam, Thailand, Japan, China, North and South America, as well as the Middle East.

Sinalco is popular quality German cola beverage which is now being sold in 50 countries worldwide. It has a wide assortment of beverage products (carbonated soft drinks, natural fruit juice, ice-tea, non-alcoholic beer, sports drink, mineral water). In the Philippines EURO INTERBEV CORPORATION was awarded the exclusive license by SINALCO International Brands GmbH & Co. KG based in Duisberg, Germany to import, sell and produce Sinalco products. Two of Sinalco’s best drinks are Sinalco Cola 330 ml – a high quality carbonated softdrinks that has an extraordinary cola flavor and contains the natural aroma of caramel, natural colourings and refreshing carbon dioxide; and Sinalco Special 330 ml - a high quality carbonated fruit flavour soft drink that has an extraordinary flavor and contains combination of four fruit flavours in one can, natural colourings and refreshing carbon dioxide.

Cebuana Lhuillier is the Philippines’ leading and largest non-bank financial services provider specializing in pawning, remittance, and micro-insurance.

PR PARTNERS

FuentesManila is one of the few full-service PR agencies in the Philippines. While publicity remains its core service, FuentesManila provides the following services to its clients: Publicity, Special Events, Online Publicity, Advertising, Media Monitoring, Creatives & Graphic Design and Digital PR.

LeapOut is a digital marketing agency that works directly with brands and mid-size businesses in developing digital strategy and campaign execution. The agency's services include the following:

• SEO
• Search engine marketing
• Social media marketing and management
• Programmatic advertising
• Video advertising
• Web and app development
• Digital creative services

Get in touch with LeapOut at tel (02)750 7630 or email accounts@leapoutdigital.com.

MAAPR Information Technology Solutions is a media marketing consultancy owned by Marlon Aldenese and established last August 2015. Email Marlon at marlon.aldenese@wnot.com.ph.

Strategic Works, Inc. works with the possibility of making an idea come to life as they spot the hot buttons that unlock consumers’ hearts and brand success. They do Public Relations, Creative Services, Activations, Events Management, Digital Marketing and Advocacy and Social Marketing.

DDB Group Philippines is a full-service communications group composed of award-winning advertising, digital, media, activation, and PR agencies. Over the years, the group has made a mark in local and international markets by creating cutting-edge solutions for a diverse portfolio of local and multinational clients. The group lives by one philosophy…CREATIVITY is the most powerful force in business.

Perceptions, Inc. is a public relations company that provides PR counselling and various corporate and marketing communications services to business and industrial organizations, government institutions as well as trade and professional associations.

CID Communication is a leading and pioneering public relations firm in the Philippines. The work with companies locally and abroad to design and implement effective communication campaigns to further an organization, individual, or a cause.

Full Circle Communications, Inc. (Full Circle) is a full-service public relations firm based in the Philippines. They have been working with clients to create proactive, ongoing public relations campaigns that generate positive press coverage. The company helps both established and budding companies attain and sustain positive and favorable image.

M2Comms understands that perfection doesn’t exist – but greatness does. Their team won’t waste your time by coming up with perfect plans that will be easily derailed by circumstance. For them, it’s better to execute now with a good plan and get immediate feedback. If the results are not good, they’re ready to own up to our mistakes and revise the plan. And if the results are good, they’ll improve the plan until the clients achieve greatness.

Havas Media Ortega is the first full-service media agency providing end-to-end solutions in the Philippines. It does not only offer the most complete and cohesive set of media services in the Philippines, it also aspires to provide clients work that is best in class in all the media channels on offer.

FleishmanHillard Manila works with many local and global leading companies seeking targeted growth by combining local strategic thinking with a powerful global network.  

EON Group is a regional communications consultancy delivering data-inspired and human-centered solutions that impact the businesses of their clients. The company aims to champion truth-telling as an instrument for meaningful and lasting change.

Green Bulb is an independent communications agency that develops campaigns for brands; a team of communication experts dedicated in delivering brand’s message and vision to the market.

i55 Talent House is a consultation agency which gather talents who would see the world differently, and help clients create valuable stories that would INFECT and INSPIRE. Their vision is to create a world where brands communicate REAL STORIES to inspire people, communities, economies, and the world.

Paperclip Communications is a group of consummate professionals who brings a personalized approach in servicing your requirements. They will customize their campaigns to precisely fit your needs. They will walk you through from the beginning to the end of the process, from initial conceptualization, project execution to post-project evaluation. More than just account managers or communication providers, they are reliable, committed partners towards your reaching growing levels of success through public relations, media & events managements.

Lorem Ipsum is a boutique marketing communications agency that swiftly gained impact and traction because of its experience, knowledge and relationships. It is a lean team gifted with drive and ferocity to develop and execute marketing and PR campaigns that are right on point, disruptive and relevant.
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