Author: CebuLifestyleChannel

Vértere Global Solutions, Inc., a prominent Filipino IT workforce solutions provider, along with its direct placement division A7 Recruitment Corporation (ARC), recently launched their staffing services in Cebu. The event, titled “Revitalize Your Approach to Talent Management,” took place at Seda Central Bloc on April 17, 2024, drawing over 70 participants from various industry sectors. The roadshow highlighted Vértere’s hire-train-deploy model, aimed at meeting the specific staffing needs of companies in a rapidly evolving IT landscape. President Jocelyn “Jo” Cariaga addressed the gathering on current staffing challenges, including talent shortages, candidate-driven markets, skills-based hiring, remote working, and economic pressures. “There…

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Book enthusiasts are in for a treat as the world’s largest book sale, Big Bad Wolf, returns to Cebu City at SM Seaside City Cebu from April 26 to May 5. This year, the event promises to surpass previous iterations with exciting promotions, including a Buy-5-Get-1 deal and a chance to win up to P10,000 in vouchers. The book sale, renowned for its vast selection of books spanning various genres, aims to draw attendees from Cebu and neighboring provinces. It features not only books but also inflatable play areas for children, adding a fun element to the literary browsing experience.…

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In an effort to promote environmental awareness and community involvement, the Integrated Bar of the Philippines Cebu City Chapter and the Cebu City Government, under the coordination of Councilor Rey Gealon, hosted the “Good Earth Steward Project 125th Tanum sa Paglaum Mangrove Planting and Clean-Up Drive” on April 22, 2024, Earth Day. The event, held at Riverside SRP Tower in Barangay Mambaling, drew over 150 personnel and volunteers from various military, law enforcement, and civic organizations. These included the AFP Visayas Command led by Commodore Oscar D. Canlas Jr., Joint Task Group Cebu, 53rd Engineering Brigade of the Philippine Army,…

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In an impressive display of stamina and teamwork, GEALON RACING TEAM conquered their most challenging competition – the 2024 IRONMAN event, hosted in the scenic Mactan Newtown, Lapu-Lapu City. Competing in the relay category, the team featured Ronald Sarmago in the swimming segment, Fiscal Hazel Caraballe in cycling, and Fiscal Jill Ann Gealon in running. Their times were remarkable, with Sarmago finishing the swim in one hour and twenty-four minutes, Caraballe completing the cycling part in three hours and twenty-eight minutes, and Gealon wrapping up the run in two hours and forty-five minutes. The race conditions were far from ideal.…

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The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale, the largest of its kind in the world, is set to return to Cebu, promising an exciting array of deals and activities for book lovers. The event will run from April 26 to May 5, 2024, at SM Seaside City Cebu, opening daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Visitors can expect a vast selection of books across various genres, enhancing the literary landscape in the Visayas region. This year’s highlights include the “Buy 5 Free 1” promotion, where for every five books purchased, customers receive a sixth book free, along with a chance…

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In a pivotal move aimed at boosting educational prospects and career development, SM Supermalls has teamed up with AMA Computer Learning Center, sealing a partnership that promises to enrich the lives of students with valuable workplace experience. The agreement centers on an internship program designed to usher participants into future job opportunities within SM, the nation’s largest retail conglomerate. This partnership not only aims to offer practical experience but also provides a direct pathway for career advancement within the company. Students of AMA Computer Learning Center in Mandaue City will benefit from an array of meticulously structured learning sessions, carefully…

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Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu has been awarded the Operational Excellence Award for the second consecutive year, celebrating its consistent performance in Guest Satisfaction and Brand Standards compliance. Marko Janssen, General Manager, received the award alongside Andre De Jong, Area Senior VP for Southeast Asia and the Pacific, during the award ceremony. The hotel’s commitment to excellence was highlighted by the successful meeting of key performance indicators, attributed to the teamwork and dedication of its staff. “This achievement speaks volumes about our unwavering commitment to operational excellence,” Janssen remarked at the event, flanked by Awards Night hosts Edina Szabo and Harpreet…

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The GEALON Racing Team showcased their endurance and skill at the first leg of the HOKA Trilogy Run Asia – Cebu, achieving two podium finishes in the competitive 16KM event. Champion athlete Fiscal Hazel Caraballe led the team, clinching first place in her category with a remarkable time of one hour and twenty-five minutes. Her teammate, Alex Cabando, also performed impressively, securing a third-place finish in the seniors’ category with a time of one hour and forty-eight minutes. Other team members, including Fiscal Jill Ann Gealon, Limito Caraballe, Jr., Chester Rago, and Mikko Laguda, also excelled, setting new personal…

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Vértere Global Solutions, Inc., a prominent Filipino IT workforce solutions provider, alongside its direct placement arm, A7 Recruitment Corporation (ARC), has announced an expansion into Cebu. This move capitalizes on the region’s burgeoning reputation as a key destination for multinational corporations and outsourcing firms, aiming to harness the local talent and market. With over 27 years of experience primarily in the IT sector, Vértere and ARC are broadening their scope to include staffing and workforce solutions such as IT staff augmentation, consulting, managed services, and direct placement. Their offerings also encompass recruitment process outsourcing and recruitment as a service (RAAS),…

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In a strategic move to bolster cybersecurity in the Philippines, American firm Resecurity, in partnership with Cebu’s 888 Tech Exchange Ventures, will host a major event on April 18, 2024, aimed at raising awareness and equipping local businesses with advanced cybersecurity tools. The event, set to take place at the Fairfield by Marriott Cebu, will draw business leaders and IT specialists from various sectors including finance, government, utilities, academia, and more. Resecurity, known for its comprehensive cybersecurity services to Fortune 500 companies and government entities worldwide, aims to address the growing threat of cyber attacks which have prominently targeted the…

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