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Thanks to the combined efforts of Globe and TM customers, corporate sponsors, and mobilization partners, Globe’s hunger alleviation program, the Hapag Movement, has helped over 120,000 Filipino families and achieved its impact objective one year ahead of schedule.

The program raised Php 25.37 million in 2024 alone, surpassing its initial goal of 100,000 people by the end of 2025. This brings the total amount raised since 2022 to Php 53 million, which will be used to feed 120,455 families who are experiencing food insecurity.

“The overwhelming support for the Hapag Movement reflects the dedication of individuals, businesses, and organizations that share our vision of addressing involuntary hunger in the Philippines. Reaching this milestone sooner than expected strengthens our resolve to expand our efforts and create lasting change,” said Yoly Crisanto, Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer at Globe.

Since its launch, the Hapag Movement has worked with the Ayala Foundation, Scholars of Sustenance, Tzu Chi Foundation, and World Vision. In 2024, it brought in three new mobilization partners—Rise Against Hunger and international organizations UN World Food Programme and Project PEARLS. This aimed to draw international attention to persistent hunger incidence in the Philippines, allowing the Hapag Movement to reach more communities in need.

The Hapag Movement has received support from over 1.1 million Globe and TM subscribers, who donated Php 11.67 million in Rewards points through the GlobeOne app.  Total contributions to the program have accounted for 23% of all assistance provided through the platform.

In addition, 1,871 Globe employees took part in various Hapag Movement activities in 2024, demonstrating their commitment to making a difference.

To grow its impact, the Hapag Movement launched innovative fundraisers like the “Ibalik ang Sarap ng Pasko” holiday drive with SM’s shopper loyalty program SMAC, integrating donations into holiday shopping, and the Gourmet Giving Series, featuring fine dining fundraiser events with 12 top Metro Manila restaurants in partnership with Facebook community Fine Dining Club Philippines.

The Hapag Movement also tapped into the power of fandoms, enlisting support from Blackpink and BTS fan communities, Electronic Sports Gaming Summit gamers, ToyCon collectors, Lyropera enthusiasts, and Kwentoon artists to encourage contributions.

The program also gained invaluable support from the Rotary Club of Makati Business District, BPI Foundation, and Kumu, among others.

With its initial target surpassed, the Hapag Movement is now focused on scaling its livelihood training programs nationwide to provide families with sustainable means of supporting themselves.

In order to guarantee that Filipino children obtain the right nutrition throughout their crucial early years, the program is also looking into measures to help combat child stunting.

The Hapag Movement is still dedicated to fighting poverty and hunger in the Philippines. In order to maintain and increase its impact, supporters can keep making contributions using the GlobeOne app and GCash.

Visit this website to learn more about Hapag and to make a direct donation to the cause.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Globe provides improved value for group travelers on a tight budget with the updated Roam Surf4All, which is now up to 45% cheaper and has more data gigabytes via the GlobeOne app.

Customers of Globe can benefit from Roam Surf4All’s introductory pricing and ample data allocation until April 30. This plan is perfect for international group travel.

The affordable offer starts at just Php1,999 for 10GB over 5 days or Php80 per user per day. Heavier data users can opt for 15GB at Php2,999 for 15 days or 20GB at Php5,299 for 30 days, with rates as low as Php40 and Php35 per user per day, respectively. The improved price/day of Roam Surf4All makes it even more affordable vs pocket WiFis.

Roam Surf4All is the country’s first shareable data roaming package with real-time promo activation. It allows Globe customers to share data with up to four others using just their Globe and TM SIMs, enabling them to stay connected and reachable abroad.

Best for cross-country travels and trips with layovers, one Roam Surf4All subscription can already be used for multiple destinations at no extra cost charge.

Travelers can stay online without relying on pocket WiFi, which often involves security deposits, courier fees, and throttling after 500MB to 1GB per day. There’s also no need to pick up, carry, or return a separate device.

Groups can move freely without staying close together, as each member can access data wherever they are. Roam Surf4All provides full-speed data with global coverage under a single promo, and data sharing and usage limits can be easily managed in real time through the GlobeOne app.

“Roam Surf4All makes the experience of traveling abroad with friends or family even better,” said Paula Rivera-Castillo, Head of Globe’s International Business. “It’s now more affordable to stay connected, with more GBs to go around and no need for extra devices or complicated setup. Just register via the GlobeOne app and share your data anytime, anywhere.”

Users only need to download and launch the GlobeOne app, select their location, touch “Buy Promos,” and pick the Roam Surf4All deal that best suits their travel schedule in order to take advantage of the introductory package. After registering, the group owner can monitor usage, establish data limitations, and invite up to four Globe users.

Globe’s efforts to increase the accessibility of high-quality roaming services for various traveler categories are supported by this update. Roam Surf4All makes it easier for users to stay connected when traveling as a team, family, or barkada by offering higher data allotments and cheaper per-user fees.

To find out more about roaming and sharing more effectively, go to glbe.co/roamsurf4all.

 

 

Top industry experts explore innovation and CX strategies for business growth

On April 8, 2025, Eastern Communications successfully held its Transcend Summit 2025 at Makati Shangri-La, bringing together more than 200 technology experts, industry leaders, and decision-makers to talk about how innovation boosts customer experience, turns obstacles into opportunities, and drives business growth. The occasion highlights Eastern Communications’ goal of surpassing client expectations by providing cutting-edge technological insights, dependable, high-tech, high-touch connectivity, and ICT solutions that support company resilience and digital transformation.

I am truly grateful for the valuable insights and opportunities I’ve gained through the summit hosted by Eastern Communications. In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving world, it’s essential to stay ahead—not just in our expertise, but also in the tools we use and the trusted partners we collaborate with to ensure success in our respective fields. Eastern Communications delivered a powerful message about driving business growth and making operations more efficient and future-ready. The discussion on digital transformation was incredibly insightful, offering practical strategies to boost our businesses and adapt to the demands of the modern landscape.

Eastern’s international tech partners Cato Networks, Fortinet, Huawei, Sophos, Cisco, CloudSigma, Nexusguard, Pax8, and official media partners The Manila Times and Malaya Business Insight are enabling the Transcend Summit, which has as its theme “Powering the Future Through Innovation and Customer Focus.”

“Transcend Summit 2025 highlighted the importance of innovative solutions, leadership, AI and customer-centric strategies in today’s dynamic business environment,” stated Jaeson Evangelista, Co-Coordinator of Eastern Communications. “We are very grateful for our global technology partners for enabling us to share insights, emerging trends, and collaborate on future innovations as we continue to enhance our services and customer programs.”

Hosted by TEDx Host Vanessa Caro and panel discussions moderated by ABS-CBN Business News Correspondent Mimi Ong, Transcend Summit 2025 featured keynote speakers and industry panelists sharing insights on the evolving digital landscape and the role of innovation in achieving sustainable growth.

Exploring the power of innovation

Greg Banzon, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of Century Pacific Foods, Inc., delivered a keynote speech on “Harnessing Innovation to Transform Challenges into Opportunities.” Drawing from his experience and citing instances from Century Pacific’s humble beginnings in the ‘70s, he emphasized how businesses can turn obstacles into strategic advantages through technology and forward-thinking solutions, like how Century Pacific transformed to one of the country’s leading manufacturers.

Meanwhile, Maulik Parekh, founder of aiVolution Asia, shared his insights on “How to Lead and Innovate with AI.” He explored AI’s disruptive impact on customer engagement, business optimization, and the essential leadership skills for success in the AI era.

Following Banzon and Parekh’s presentations was the Transcend Summit’s panel discussion with key industry experts: Pierre Curay, Vice President of the Supply Chain Management Association of the Philippines (SCMAP); Edsel Paglinawan, Chief Revenue and Innovation Officer of Eastern Communications; and Tonichi Parekh, Vice President of Concentrix.

The panelists explored the topic, “How Innovation and Customer Experience Is Critical for Business Success,” setting companies apart in an increasingly competitive digital economy. Discussions centered on how businesses can leverage emerging technologies to remain agile and competitive.

A trusted partner in digital transformation

Eastern Communications elevated customer engagement with the relaunch of The Link VIP Club, unveiling its highest membership tier, Titanium, at the MET Museum in BGC on April 3, 2025. Eastern collaborated with artists Erika Mayo, Studiokashu, and Vico Cham Artism Gallery, for an exclusive, art-inspired showcase of the program’s premiere perks to complete the customer’s VIP experience.

The newest Titanium tier provides personalized business support, premium benefits, and tailored ICT solutions, further strengthening relationships and enhancing customer experiences of Eastern’s elite partners.

“We recognize that businesses need more than just reliable solutions—they need a trusted partner who understands their unique challenges and growth ambitions. Through the Link VIP Club and the new Titanium Membership tier, we are enhancing the way we support our clients by providing an even higher level of focused support, unmatched customer experiences, and utmost level of service,” said Atty. Aileen Regio, Co-Coordinator of Eastern Communications.

Eastern Communications, a dependable partner in promoting corporate expansion, gives businesses the resources they need to confidently handle digital transformation. Eastern may contribute its knowledge in promoting innovation, teamwork, and innovative solutions that keep companies ahead in a changing digital context at the Transcend Summit 2025.

Visit Eastern Communications’ website at https://eastern.com.ph/ to learn more about their offerings.

The inaugural Globe Student Community Builder Pitch Day, a platform created to foster student-led projects through mentorship, cooperation, and direct assistance from Globe, brought together more than 150 students from 63 student organizations.

Student leaders from Metro Manila, Bulacan, and Cavite came together for the event, which was held recently at The Globe Tower in Bonifacio Global City. It gave them the chance to tour Globe’s cutting-edge workspaces, make deep connections, and showcase their passion projects to Globe personnel.

The occasion reaffirms Globe’s position as a true partner for young people in a variety of academic fields, including Accountancy, Business, and Management (ABM), Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), and Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS).

Student participants were guided by Ka-Globe talents from the Information Systems Development Program, Cybersecurity, Corporate Communications, and Loyalty groups, who shared insights on how to turn passions into purpose-driven careers.

The highlight of the day was the pitch session, where student organization heads took center stage to share proposals including Google Developers Group from different chapter schools, AWS Cloud Clubs, DLSU-Dasmariñas, iAcademy Creative Orgs, PLM Technology Orgs, Ateneo Business and Leadership Orgs, UP-Diliman Creative and Leadership organizations and other organizations from Greater Metro Manila.

Martin Eusebio, a 2nd year student from the College of Saint Benilde and a Globe Community Builder, hosted the event and helped connect student organizations with opportunities to bring their ideas to life through Globe’s support.

“The Student Community Builder Pitch Day is one of the ways Globe is reinforcing its role as an enabler of the youth. We believe in the potential of students not only as future professionals, but as changemakers today,” said Anne Calma, Head of Marketing Youth Cultures at Globe.

“By providing a space where they can be heard, guided, and supported, we hope to inspire more young people to take bold steps in shaping their communities.”

Globe’s mission to increase student involvement through purpose-driven creativity and practical collaboration is emphasized by the Globe Student Community Builder Pitch Day.

Go to https://www.globe.com.ph/community-builder#gref to find out more about Globe’s student programs and how to enroll.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prepare to add some adorable touches to your tech devices and outfit!

The 0917 Sanrio Collection is the newest must-have partnership that combines nostalgia, fashion, and functionality. 0917 Lifestyle is renowned for adding passion and creativity to everyday necessities.

In order to provide customers with premium, collectible things, 0917 Lifestyle, Globe’s leading online store for clothing and tech accessories, has teamed with international icons like Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Spongebob, SM Entertainment, and more.

0917 Lifestyle continues its string of great partnerships by partnering with Sanrio, the well-known Japanese firm that created Hello Kitty, the adored little girl with a red ribbon who has been winning people over since 1974.

Sanrio is also home to many other beloved characters such as My Melody, Kuromi, Little Twin Stars, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, Gudetama, Aggretsuko, Chococat, Bad Badtz-Maru, and Keroppi, making it a natural fit for 0917’s ever-expanding selection of exclusive partnerships.

The excitement kicks off with a wave of adorable fashion, as the first drop of the 0917 Sanrio Collection brings Hello Kitty-themed apparel to the spotlight in early March.

As the collection grows, fans can look forward to even more unique finds, including gadget accessories designed to add a pop of personality to everyday tech.

“Partnering with Hello Kitty allows us to bring a fresh and nostalgic experience to our customers,” said Ramdy Arcilla, Head of 0917 Lifestyle. “This collection embodies the joy and creativity that both brands stand for, offering fans a unique way to celebrate their favorite characters through trendy and functional pieces.”

With 12 delightful designs, this collection is a treat for Hello Kitty lovers of all generations, offering something fun and fresh for every fan. Alongside stylish adult apparel, the collection will also feature two exclusive shirt designs for kids.

To complement the lifestyle selection, the second drop will introduce gadget accessories, including a power bank, speaker, and true wireless earbuds— all inspired by Hello Kitty’s timeless charm.

0917 Lifestyle’s most recent launch continues the pop culture magic, demonstrating once more the connection between fandom and fashion. There is something for everyone in the new collection, regardless of whether fans want to update their outfit or give their devices a fun touch.

Online at 0917lifestyle.com, the 0917 Sanrio Collection will also be sold in Globe Stores, LazMall, and ShopeeMall across the country. While supplies are still available, fans can peruse the collection and acquire limited-edition merchandise.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In keeping with its objective to improve the lives of Filipinos, Globe has introduced a novel approach to involve its clients in its good deeds.

GoGIVE is a cutting-edge feature in the GlobeOne app that lets Globe Prepaid customers use mobile data to support causes that are very important to them.

GoGIVE offers a smooth means of coordinating purpose-driven activity with the digital lifestyle of Filipinos. With just their mobile data, Globe Prepaid subscribers may now support their campaign of choice. They can earn “hearts” that they can donate to the causes they care about as they go about their regular online activities, which include gaming, streaming, messaging, and surfing.

For every GB of data used, Globe customers collect hearts that they can allocate to their chosen advocacy, including animal welfare, environmental protection, children’s education, fighting hunger, and more.

“GoGIVE is designed to inspire our customers to create lasting change. By simply going online, they will be able to make a difference each day. Every post they create, every video they watch, every game they play, they can contribute to making our world a better place,” said Givielle Florida, Head of Globe Prepaid. “This campaign reinforces Globe’s dedication to sustainability and aligns with our purpose of uplifting lives through technology.”

Through GoGIVE, users can select from a range of advocacies from Globe partners, including:

• Connect to Compassion: Saving More Animals with Technology– in Partnership with Philippine Animal Welfare Society
• Guardians of the Forest: Empower Indigenous Youth with Conservation Education– in Partnership with Philippine Eagle Foundation
• Strong Women, Stronger Connections: Digital Literacy for Women– in Partnership with  Project PEARLS
• Every Child Safe, Every Child Seen: Building Stronger Communities Together –  in Partnership with World Vision
• Supporting Healthcare Heroes: Advancing Medical Training and Research – in Partnership with PGH Medical Foundation

To join GoGIVE, Globe Prepaid users can simply download the GlobeOne app, click the GoGIVE banner, and select their preferred advocacy to begin making automatic donations.

GoGIVE is Globe’s latest initiative in its commitment to nation-building and sustainability, expanding on programs such as the Hapag Movement, Globe’s G-Gantic Goals, and Climate Champions, among other efforts.

Globe keeps redefining what it means to drive impact via digital innovation by continuously involving its stakeholders in the process of creating a better Philippines. This includes giving consumers outstanding experiences and the tools to create long-lasting positive change as they “#GoForwardTogether.”

Visit https://www.globe.com.ph/ to discover more about Globe and download the GlobeOne app right now.

 

 

 

Globe is revolutionizing the rewards experience by converting regular points into chances for exciting prizes, necessary redemptions, and life-altering objectives, providing customers additional ways to make the most of their points before they expire on March 31, 2025.

“As we approach points expiry, we want to ensure that customers fully enjoy the value of their Globe Rewards points,” said Peter Redan Ramirez, Head of Loyalty at Globe. “This year’s offers go beyond simple redemptions, creating exciting opportunities for customers to win prizes, enjoy exclusive perks, and support a worthwhile cause.”

Despite the fact that about 3 million Globe customers have redeemable points, many of them are hurried when redeeming them, forget their balances, or lose track of their accrued incentives.

Globe Rewards is launching March Haves, three innovative ways to interact with consumers whether or not they have points, to make sure that every point matters.

• G-Gantic Goals empowers customers to support animal welfare and provide rescued animals with a second chance at life by redeeming just 1 Rewards point.

          Through its partnership with Pawssion Project, Globe aims to raise 150,000 points to give their rescued  animals a second chance at life through supporting critical structures such as collapsible playpens in Bulacan and a pet nursery in Bacolod, ensuring better care for animals in need.

• G Raffle Rushoffers Filipino families a chance to create the life they want, giving them access to enriching and delightful experiences beyond telco.

For as little as 1 Globe Rewards point, customers can win the latest gadgets such as an iPhone 16 Pro, and a MacBook Air M2. They can also enjoy all-expense-paid vacations to the Maldives and El Nido, as well as a Southeast Asian cruise, or receive Php100,000 in GCash, and more. A 0917Lifestyle shopping spree worth P10,000 and P10,000 Singlife credits are also up for grabs!

Customers who redeem any of the G Raffle Rush offers will also be getting exclusive offers from Pancake House, Jamba Juice, and Krispy Kreme to sweeten the deal.

Promo period runs from February 24 to March 24, 2025, with raffle draws on March 15 and March 31. Customers must complete a Know Your Customer (KYC) form to qualify.

• G Swipe for Allgives customers an opportunity to win prizes without using any Rewards points. Every Monday in March, customers can redeem a free G Swipe on the GlobeOne app, unlocking various instant rewards.

In partnership with 0917Lifestyle, this initiative provides discounts and freebies on shopping, gadgets, and food from popular brands, including SM, Shopee, Power Mac Center, Adidas, Puregold, Giftaway, GrabFood, Jollibee, and Krispy Kreme.

Globe wants to alert consumers to the dangers of receiving fraudulent text messages regarding their rewards claims. Only the GlobeOne app can be used to redeem Globe Rewards points.

Globe Rewards keeps coming up with new and interesting experiences. Download the GlobeOne app from the Google Play Store, Apple App Store, or Huawei App Gallery, then begin redeeming to become a member.

To find out more, go to https://www.globe.com.ph/.