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Microsoft Authorized Reseller Opens in Davao

Microsoft Authorized Reseller Store Opens in Davao

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Microsoft Authorized Reseller Opens in Davao

Microsoft Authorized Reseller Opens in Davao

Microsoft is finally more accessible to Davaoeños and Mindanaoans. On August 1, 2015 the first Authorized Reseller of Microsoft in Mindanao will open in Davao City.

And to celebrate the store’s grand opening, there will be exclusive on-the-day promos and discounts. Be one of the first to enjoy exclusives discounts at the Microsoft Authorized Reseller Store by being an early bird.

Early Bird Promo for 01 Microsoft Authorized Reseller Store Opening

Early Bird Promo for 01 Microsoft Authorized Reseller Store Opening

Be on of the first thirty customers to buy a Lumia 930, 830, 730, 640 XL, or 540 and get a FREE Nokia X and your choice among a Coloud speaker, Coloud headphones, or a power bank. The next fifty customers to purchase a Lumia will get a PhP1000 discount.

Even if you don’t avail of the early bird promos, you can still get exciting freebies.

Coloud Boom Promo for the Opening Day of Microsoft Authorized Reseller Store in Davao

Coloud Boom Promo for the Opening Day of Microsoft Authorized Reseller Store in Davao

For every purchase of a Lumia 630, 636, or 532, customers get Coloud Boom Headphones.
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Search for Outstanding PWD of Mindanao 2015

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The Nominees of the Search for Outstanding PWD in Mindanao 2015

The Nominees of the Search for Outstanding PWD in Mindanao 2015

On July 17, 2015, the spotlight was focused on 8 Outstanding Mindanaoans. Their commonality? They have all achieved awesome feats and they are all Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). They are instruments of change in the lives of others and in their communities. Through their careers and advocacies, they have given inspiration to other PWDs and other Mindanaoans, as well.

They were given recognition during the Search for Outstanding PWD of Mindanao 2015 organized by Mr. Naprey Almario of the Behind the Rolling Chair. The Awarding Ceremony was held on July 17 at The Annex of SM City Davao. It was held in celebration of the 37th National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Week.

The finalists of the Search for Outstanding PWD of Mindanao 2015 are:

  • Ms Maricel Fornis,
  • Ms Shirlyn Macasarte,
  • Mr Ramil Jaictin,
  • Ms Geraldine Gonzaga,
  • Mr James Infiesto,
  • Mr Rene Aaron,
  • Mr Rannie Gimeno, and
  • Mr Joel Escol.

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The finalists were nominated by their peers. A panel of judges were present during the Awarding Ceremony to determine who among the finalists is the Most Outstanding PWD of Mindanao 2015.
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SM City Davao University Fair 2015

SM City Davao University Fair Opens Today

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SM City Davao University Fair 2015

SM City Davao University Fair 2015

Undecided about college and your future career? Head over to the Annex Event Center of SM City Davao and immerse yourself in the academic and career options offered at the SM City Davao University Fair.

The University Fair opens today, July 9, 2015 and will run for three days until July 11. Academic and technical institutions from Davao and from around the country will showcase their academic programs.

Among the participating institutions are Ateneo de Zamboanga and Xavier University (Ateneo de Cagayan de Oro), International Academy for Film and Television (Bigfoot) from Cebu, Silliman University from Dumaguete, and academic institutions from Manila: National University, De La Salle College of Saint Benilde, Mapua College of Technology, University of Santo Tomas, and SoFA Design Institute. This will give attendees to expand their choices beyond what is already accessible to them in Davao.

The University Fair is also a good venue for students to know available academic choices from Davao institutions, without the hassle of visiting different campuses. Ateneo de Davao University, Davao Doctor’s College, University of Immaculate Conception, Fashion Institute of Design and Arts, Institute of International Culinary and Hospitality Entrepreneurship, Joji Ilagan Career Center Foundation, MOST Institute of Davao, Philippine Women’s College, University of Mindanao, and the University of the Philippines in Mindanao will also exhibit their academic programs.
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Dress Shirts and Pants by Mango Man at Abreeza Ayala Mall

Abreeza Fashion Forum featuring Mango Man

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Klyde Karabelo wearing Jeans by Mango Man at Abreeza Ayala Mall

Davao Blogger Klyde Karabelo wearing Jeans by Mango Man at Abreeza Ayala Mall

Every month, Davao’s fashionable crowd, media personalities, and bloggers converge at the Abreeza Fashion Forum to hear about the latest brands, styles, and trends in the city. In a special edition of the forum, Abreeza hosted an intimate round table discussion for members of the media and bloggers featuring Mango Man.

Present during the June 2015 Abreeza Fashion Forum were Mango Man Country Supervisor Kelly Santos and Assistant Marketing Manager Cai Gualberto.

Mango Ph Country Supervisor Kelly Santos and Assistant Marketing Manager Cai Gualberto at the Abreeza Fashion Forum featuring Mango Man

Mango Ph Country Supervisor Kelly Santos and Assistant Marketing Manager Cai Gualberto at the Abreeza Fashion Forum featuring Mango Man

Kelly and Cai introduced the Mango Man brand and shared the upcoming trends, styles, and Mango Man apparel and accessories for the Fall/Winter 2015 Season. The Mango Man store in Davao will carry the same Mango Man items available globally. Selected heavy winter clothes will also be available for Davaoeños. The prominent colors for the incoming seasons are blue and camel. So do keep that in mind.
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Social Media Day Davao 2015 Event

Social Media Day 2015 Davao

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Cupcakes by Sweet Advocate at the Social Media Day Davao 2015 Event

Cupcakes by Sweet Advocate at the Social Media Day Davao 2015 Event

Social Media has significantly changed the way we communicate. Be it for personal or professional purposes, people rely on social media for effective communication. Social media platforms can be utilized to communicate in various ways.

In 2009, Mashable pioneered the celebration of Social Media Day to celebrate the social media revolution. Every year, on June 30, communities around the globe celebrate Social Media Day to recognize the invaluable ways that social media has contributed to the growth of individuals, communities, organizations, and even nations.

In Davao, Davao Bloggers Society (DBS) took the lead in the Social Media Day 2015 Davao Event held on June 28, 2015 at the Food Cove of NCCC Mall of Davao. Bloggers, social media enthusiasts, netizens converged to for the event.

Participants were invited to post on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter their answer to the question for the day: “What Social Media activities do you enjoy that make you live the #SMARTLife?” Check out the awesome answers of the event participants.

The social media knowledge of the participants were tested by two games that were played during the event.

The first game is the “Listicles” game that required the teams to list as many correct answers to the questions that refer to popular social media sites. Questions include naming the Top 10 Davao Restaurants according to TripAdvisor and listing as many blog URLS owned by registered members of Davao Bloggers Society. Teams must list down as many possible answers as they can in the time allotted for each question.
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Living Room of Dusit Thani Residence Davao

Dusit Thani Residence Launches in Davao

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Living Room of Dusit Thani Residence Davao

Living Room of Dusit Thani Residence Davao

World-famous hotelier Dusit Thani is now in Davao City. The Dusit Thani Residence Davao was launched on June 26, 2015. During the launch, the Dusit Thani Residence Showroom was also unveiled to showcase the units and amenities of the Dusit Thani Residence.

Dusit Thani Residence has 168 full-service units designed to provide residence for long-staying business travelers. This is the first of its kind in the Philippines from Dusit Thani. Other Dusit Thani Residences are located in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Bedroom of Dusit Thani Residence Davao

Bedroom of Dusit Thani Residence Davao

Dusit Thani Residences Davao is scheduled for turnover in 2018.
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