Jakie and the Beadstalk

HREX 2026, the Philippines' first dedicated expo for human resources solutions, will launch on September 22–23, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center. Anchored on the theme 'AI, Workforce Solutions & Beyond,' the event brings together leading local and international vendors, cutting-edge technology, and top thought leaders to reshape the country's workplace management. The premier expo is supported by the People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP). MANILA, Philippines, August 27, 2026 – The Philippines is set to mark a significant milestone in its corporate history with the launch of HREX 2026, the nation’s first-ever dedicated expo for human resources solutions. Taking place on September 22–23, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, Metro Manila, the landmark event will convene top local and international AI and workforce solution providers under one roof to showcase the next generation of talent management technology. Meeting the Demands of a ...

A growing workforce brings new opportunities, but it also creates a challenge: how can an organization ensure that employees across different roles and locations remain connected to one another and to the company? For Cebuana Lhuillier, the answer has been to make connection, participation, recognition, and well-being part of everyday work—not simply activities that happen from time to time. As a cornerstone culture-building initiative, Amazing KaCebuana stands out by recognizing the value of inclusivity, honoring how diverse perspectives and individual differences ultimately make the company stronger. “Our people are at the heart of Cebuana Lhuillier’s success. We believe that when employees feel valued, connected, and empowered, they are better positioned to create meaningful impact. This recognition affirms our commitment to building a culture where our people can grow, thrive, and take pride in being part of something bigger than themselves,” said Jean Henri Lhuillier, President an...

   The expanded service allows businesses to manage storefront signage, lightboxes, window graphics, large-format printing, and interior branding through a single production partner, helping maintain consistent brand execution across branches. Bescost Printing & Signage, a Metro Manila-based large-format printing and signage company, has expanded its multi-branch signage solutions for retail chains, franchise businesses, restaurant groups, mall tenants, and companies growing their physical presence across the Philippines. The expanded capability is designed for businesses that require consistent signage and visual branding across multiple locations while coordinating production, fabrication, and installation at scale. With more than 8,000 printing and signage projects completed over 11 years in the industry, Bescost provides an end-to-end production model covering design coordination, large-format printing, signage fabrication, and on-site installation. “Franchise owners a...

   At the Philippine Medical Expo 2026, healthcare innovation was examined as part of a wider system of people, institutions, data, financing, and trust. The Philippine Medical Expo 2026 brought together healthcare professionals, hospital leaders, technology providers, pharmaceutical companies, distributors, entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, and students at the SMX Convention Center Manila from August 19 to 21. The event showcased medical technology, hospital and laboratory equipment, pharmaceutical solutions, digital health platforms, healthcare artificial intelligence, and software. Beyond the technologies on display, however, was a larger question: How can innovation create meaningful and equitable value within the health system? This question shaped the lecture “ Healthcare 360: Connecting Care, Talent, and Learning for a Smarter, Future-Ready Health System, ” delivered by Dr. Venus Oliva Cloma-Rosales, Founder and Managing Director of 101 Health Research, through the ...

  Ho Chi Minh City, August 2026 – Taking place on 22–23 August 2026 at White Palace Hoang Van Thu, Vietnam Wedding Week 2026 brings together seven runway shows, each defined by a distinct creative language, alongside artists contributing in diverse roles, from music production to live performances on the runway. The 2026 Bridal Fashion Show lineup features DO LONG BRIDAL, LAM BRIDAL, MINH TUAN COUTURE, LE HOA BRIDAL, FALVAON by Luu Viet Anh, ADAM STORE and LOVINE BRIDAL by Thanh Ho. Alongside the fashion presentations, 2PILLZ, NAOMI and THƠM will further expand the runway experience through music and special performances. Under the theme The Love City, Vietnam Wedding Week 2026 is envisioned as an accessible and comprehensive wedding platform led by bridal fashion. Here, runways, brands, experts, vendors and couples preparing for their big day come together within a shared journey of discovery and experience. Each runway, experiential space, workshop and brand becomes a “dest...

  P.A. Properties Hankyu Hanshin (P.A. Hankyu), the joint venture between P.A. Properties and Japan’s Hankyu Hanshin Properties Corp., celebrates a historic three-award victory at the 14th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards, with its flagship development, Idesia, named winner in three major categories. Under the theme  “Defined by Excellence,”  the 14th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards recognised outstanding achievements across residential, commercial, hospitality, industrial, and mixed-use property, as well as architecture, interior design, sustainability, and social impact. The winners were announced during a  black-tie gala held on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Shangri-La The Fort, Manila , where 16 organisations were named winners across  46 categories . Among the night’s distinguished awardees was  Idesia by P.A. Properties Hankyu Hanshin Inc. , which secured the following prestigious recognitions: ●       Be...