The Manila Hotel and Montesa Medical Group Forge Partnership

The Manila Hotel and Montesa Medical Group (MMG) officially sealed their partnership through a contract signing ceremony held at The Manila Hotelon August 8, 2024. The ceremony was led by The Manila Hotel president, Atty. Jose D. Lina, Jr., and vice president for administration, Elaine Santos. Representing Montesa Medical Group were president and medical director, Dr. Anna Marie Montesa, and managing director, Dr. Christine Marie Montesa, alongside key figures Lovely Rose Sherani and Christine Shea.

This agreement marks the beginning of a new chapter for Montesa Medical Group, as they are set to open a state-of-the-art aesthetic clinic within the health and recreational facilities of The Manila Hotel in November 2024. The clinic will offer a comprehensive range ofdermatological and wellness services. These premium services will be available to both in-house and non-in-house hotel guests.

Montesa Medical Group considers it an honor for MMG to be housed in the iconic and national heritage The Manila Hotel.

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Stay Stylish, Rain or Shine at SM City San Mateo 3-Day Sale

Get ready to revamp your rainy-day wardrobe without breaking the bank! SM City San Mateo is hosting a 3-Day Sale on August 30, 31, and September 1, 2024, offering unbeatable deals on stylish and functional fashion finds for young millennials who commute or drive to work.

Shop for Rainy Day Fashion Finds for Less
Discover a variety of trendy and affordable options to beat the rainy blues. From waterproof jackets and rain boots to cozy sweaters and stylish umbrellas, you’ ll find everything you need to stay dry and fashionable.

Win a Brand-New Suzuki Burgman Street
Don’t miss your chance to win a brand-new Suzuki Burgman Street! Simply shop for at least 1,000 pesos in a single receipt purchase during the 3-Day Sale. The more you shop, the higher your chances of winning this amazing prize.

Exclusive Perks for SMAC and Prestige Cardholders
SMAC and Prestige Cardholders can enjoy exclusive perks and discounts during the 3-Day Sale. Mark your calendars for the Prestige cardholder’s sale on August 30 and the SMAC cardholder’s sale on August 31 and September 1, both at 3–7 PM only.

Play What’s in the Bag promo at the SM Store San Mateo for a chance to win P10,000 worth of shopping money

SM Store’s What’s in the Bag Promo
Aside from the grand raffle, SM Store is also offering its exciting What’s in the Bag promo. Shoppers with a single receipt purchase of P3,000 can win P10,000 worth of shopping money!

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to update your wardrobe and enjoy incredible savings! Visit SM City San Mateo from August 30 to September 1 and experience the ultimate shopping adventure.

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Make HVAC Management Effortless with LG’s Advanced Interlocking Solution

Managing HVAC systems in tropical countries can be challenging, where efficient and reliable climate control is essential. LG offers an advanced interlocking solution that simplifies HVAC management, making operations safer and more efficient for businesses throughout the city. This solution provides easy customization through LG's central controller, allowing users to tailor HVAC functions to meet specific needs with ease.

The interlocking function interfaces with one or more Third-party equipment, controlling output operations when specific input conditions are met. With LG’s interlocking feature in the central controller, you can group equipment into a single interface and apply customized control settings, ensuring that your HVAC system operates exactly as needed. The interlocking function allows you to create and manage equipment groups that interact based on predefined conditions. Here are a few of the best use cases:

● Backup Operation: Automatically activates a backup HVAC unit if the primary unit fails, ensuring continuous climate control.

● Auxiliary Heater: Engages additional heating when temperatures drop below a certain threshold, maintaining a comfortable environment.

● Virtual Group Control: Ideal for spaces like lecture rooms, where multiple HVAC units can be controlled as a single group for consistent temperature management.

● Time Delay: Staggers the startup of HVAC units to reduce the initial load on the electrical system, improving energy efficiency.

● CO/NO2 Detection: Activates emergency ventilation systems if harmful gases are detected, protecting occupants and maintaining air quality.

LG’s interlocking solution is designed for easy installation and hassle-free maintenance. The central controller streamlines the process, reducing the need for multiple controllers or complicated wiring setups. With its user-friendly interface, managing your HVAC system becomes straightforward, even for complex operations.

By integrating the interlocking function into your HVAC system, LG offers a solution that not only simplifies management but also enhances safety. Whether you need to ensure continuous operation, manage multiple units efficiently, or protect your facility with emergency ventilation, LG’s interlocking solution provides the flexibility and reliability you need.

For businesses in Manila, where efficient and safe HVAC management is critical, LG’s interlocking solution offers a practical and effective way to customize and control your climate systems. Simplify your operations and enhance safety with LG's advanced HVAC interlocking solution.

For more information about LG’s HVAC solutions and how they can enhance your business’ comfort and efficiency, please visit Central Controller - HVAC | Business | LG Philippines. You may also follow the official Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/LGAirSolutionsPH and Instagram account @lgphilippines.

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Efficient Server Room Cooling Now Available with LG’s Latest Solution

Manila’s humid and unpredictable climate demands that businesses maintain optimal environments in their server rooms to ensure uninterrupted data processing and storage. LG’s cutting-edge cooling control solution specifically designed for the air-conditioning of small server rooms, utilizing the Standard III wired remote controller in a single split system. This solution delivers 24/7/365 stability, energy efficiency, and reliable cooling—essential for continuous server operation in the city.

Server rooms networked computers and storage systems, which businesses and organizations rely on to manage, process, and store data. Due to their critical role, server rooms must operate continuously and efficiently, requiring specialized cooling control systems for air-conditioners to prevent overheating and ensure uninterrupted performance.

LG’s small server room cooling solution provides a comprehensive approach to maintaining the ideal environment within a server room. The system offers stable and reliable operation, convenience in management, and easy installation—all key factors for server rooms with limited space and high operational demands. The solution also features advanced safety mechanisms like duty rotation and failure backup operation, ensuring that the server room remains operational even in the event of equipment failure.

Key Features of the Solution

1. Stable & Reliable Operation: LG’s system creates optimal conditions for server equipment, allowing them to perform their tasks effectively without overheating or interruption.
2. Convenience: The solution’s compact indoor units and the Standard III remote controller streamline management, making it easier to monitor and control the environment.
3. Easy Installation: With a simple setup that doesn’t require multiple controllers or additional accessories, LG’s solution is both user-friendly and cost-effective.
4. Safety Features: The system includes duty rotation, capacity backup operation, and failure backup operation, all of which are designed to minimize the risk of server downtime due to cooling system failures.

For businesses in Manila, where reliable data processing is crucial, LG’s small server room cooling control solution provides the stability, efficiency, and safety needed to keep operations running smoothly. The Standard III wired remote controller simplifies management, making it an ideal choice for small server rooms that demand high performance in a compact and manageable system.

For more information about LG’s HVAC solutions and how they can enhance your business’ comfort and efficiency, please visit Individual Controller – HVAC | Business | LG Philippines. You may also follow the official Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/LGAirSolutionsPH and Instagram account @lgphilippines.

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LG Philippines’ "Ask LG": You ask, We listen!

As the world becomes increasingly digital, customers are constantly sourcing information online. LG Philippines is actively rolling out "Ask LG," a new Voice of Customer (VOC) online content initiative designed to bring the brand closer to its customers. This innovative series gathers customer inquiries and concerns from LG's online and customer service channels and transforms them into short, informative videos. The goal is to provide customers with easy-to-follow solutions to common appliance concerns, available right at their fingertips.

A Data-Driven Approach to Customer Service
The content for "Ask LG" is carefully curated based on the questions and concerns gathered through various social media channels, the LG Customer Service Information Center, Facebook communities, and in-store customer queries. This approach ensures that the videos address the most relevant and common concerns, making "Ask LG" a valuable resource for LG customers. Since its launch, "Ask LG" has garnered significant attention, with over 100 videos, accumulating 26.3 million views and 119k followers.

Empowering Modern Customers with Accessible, On-Demand Content
"Ask LG" is designed to meet the needs of the modern, tech-savvy customer who frequently turns to online platforms for information. "Ask LG" makes customer service more accessible, responsive, and engaging—one video at a time. These concise vidhrough social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. "Ask LG" raises awareness and invites customer engagement, highlighting the unique VOC content and providing a reliable channel for addressing appliance concerns. By providing these resources, LG is not just solving problems—it's building a community of informed and empowered customers.

Why "Ask LG"?
By directly addressing online questions, "Ask LG" strengthens LG's connection with customers, ensuring their needs are met efficiently. To get started with "Ask LG," take a look at these informative videos that cover a variety of LG products you can explore:

1. Learn about the different types of nozzles and how to use them efficiently.
2. No ice producing in your ref? Here’s a quick fix.
3. Discover essential tips to extend the lifespan of your OLED TV.
4. Find out where to get your air conditioner serviced by certified technicians.
5. Get inspired with easy and healthy microwave meal prep ideas for the school season.
6. Tips on how to care for your washing machine during the rainy season.
7. Learn how to prevent clothes from shrinking when using your dryer.
8. Maximize the use of the dehumidifying feature in your LG Styler.
9. Ensure your air purifier is working at its best to keep your home air clean.

LG Philippines invites all customers to follow @lgphilippines on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube to stay updated on the latest "Ask LG" content and to join the conversation by submitting their own questions and concerns.

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DITO Telecommunity Bags 3 Awards at Prestigious Marketing Excellence Awards (MEA) 2024

DITO Telecommunity's digital marketing campaign, Galing DITO, continues to shine as a celebration of Filipino talent and excellence, winning two gold awards and a silver at the prestigious Marketing Excellence Awards 2024 (MEA).

The campaign earned gold in both Excellence in Social Media Marketing and Excellence in Multilingual Marketing, while also securing silver in Excellence in Brand Strategy. The Marketing Excellence Awards, a Singapore-based platform, recognizes outstanding marketing campaigns across Asia. The winners were selected by an independent panel of senior industry experts, making DITO's win a significant milestone in celebrating Filipino creativity and talent.

Initially launched in 2022, Galing DITO returned this year with a focus on showcasing Filipino excellence by spotlighting emerging talents from diverse cultural backgrounds. The campaign featured an impressive lineup of artists, including Grace Palicas, a tattoo artist from Cordillera; Nhoda Muñoz, a miniature artist from Pampanga; Cid Cempron, a blacksmith from Central Visayas; Joneil Severino, a leaf artist from Eastern Visayas; Nurainie Ampatuan, a fashion designer from Bangsamoro; and Bea Vega, a surfer from Siargao.

This year’s movement is headlined by the fast-rising Pinoy pop boy group Alamat, known for their multilingual songs and members coming from different regions in the Philippines. They performed the official “Ang Galing DITO” music video, further elevating the campaign's message.

DITO Telecommunity is committed to creating new opportunities and platforms to further showcase and celebrate Filipino excellence through inspiring campaigns. For more details about DITO, check out @DITOphofficial on Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok or visit https://dito.ph/.

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LG Assists Cainta and Marikina with Free Laundry and Appliance Check-ups Following Typhoon Carina

LG Electronics, a global leader in home appliances and electronics, recently provided much-needed relief to the communities of Barangay Planters and Barangay Anak Pawis 2 in Westbank Drive, Cainta, Rizal, from August 1 to 3, and Barangay Malanday in Marikina City, from August 9 to 11. The initiative offered residents severely affected by Typhoon Carina a three-day free laundry service and appliance check-up.

As part of LG's ongoing commitment to CSR and community service, LG established a mobile laundry station in the center of the barangays, providing essential aid to families still recovering from the typhoon's destructive impacts. LG set up 11 washer and dryer units, operating from 8 AM to 5 PM, to offer free laundry services, ensuring that the community had access to clean clothing when they needed it most.

LG Philippines Managing Director, Mr. Nakhyun Seong at the free laundry assistance activity

Residents of Brgy. Anak Pawis 2, Cainta, Rizal avail of free laundry services from LG

The service camp provided assistance to a total of 131 families in Barangay Planters and 149 families in Barangay Anak Pawis 2, benefiting 280 families across both barangays. In Marikina, an additional 287 families from Barangay Malanday were served, bringing the total number of families supported by LG's initiative to 567.

LG Philippines Service Camp booth for free services to the families affected by the typhoon

The mobile laundry stations, equipped with state-of-the-art washing machines and dryers, provided residents with the convenience of having their clothes washed and dried for free. Alongside this, LG’s team of skilled technicians offered free service check-up, minor repairs, and even discounted prices for washer parts for home appliances, helping residents restore their homes to working order.

Residents of Brgy. Planters, Cainta, Rizal avail of free laundry services from LG

Abenson and Smile Serve, their sales/service partner, also gave support for the LG Service Camp and extended help to the families affected by the typhoon. Abenson rolled out their CSR campaign Abenson Project Cares by donating laundry detergents and fabric conditioners along with foldable fans to the families who participated.

LG Philippines Managing Director, Mr. Nakhyun Seong emphasized the company’s dedication to aiding communities in times of need. “Through this initiative, we aimed to provide practical help and a sense of comfort to the residents of Cainta and Marikina. It’s our way of showing that LG is a partner in the journey to recovery and resilience.”

Residents from Brgy. Malanday, Marikina City line up for free laundry services from LG

LG Electronics remains committed to supporting communities in need and will continue to explore opportunities to extend its services and aid to other areas affected by natural disasters across the Philippines.

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