GCash launches GCASH for good in Cebu; calls in more NGO partners in Visayas

Leading mobile money platform, GCash, intorduces today GCash for Good, a pioneering corporate social responsibility program that enables Filipinos to donate to non-government organizations (NGO's) that champion worthy advocacies from education, environment to animal welfare among others.

At the same time, GCash invites NGO partners from Cebu and other nearby cities and provinces to join the GCash for Good platform to create a community where doing good and giving back is open to all.

(above: GCash - VP for Corporate Communications Revner Villasenor)

VP for Corporate Communications Revner Villasenor said GCash for Good is another big step to further develop the GCash app into a more socially relevant and sustainable platform that help addresses issues across difeerent levels of society.

He said GCash, operated by operated by Globe Fintech Innovations Inc. (Mynt), is well-equipped to become a springboard for donations to non-government organizations that champion various advocacies, thanks to its scale and innovative digital platform. Thus, the GCash executive is calling on all NGO's in Cebu and other cities and provinces to join the GCash for Good as their partner in spreading good to all.

"Wuth GCash for Good, GCash users can use the GCash app to donate to various groups to create an impact on society. This allows GCash to be a more inclusive and open platform whta will help create better opportunities for millions of Filipinos. I am calling on all our NGO friends in Cebu and other nearby locales to join us as we spread the power of good through GCash" Villasenor said.

For interested NGO's, some regulatory requirements need to be completed before becoming official GCash for GOod partners to ensure the organizations are legitimate and the money donated cannot be abused.

The GCash for Good program currently involves 35 NGO's, which are included in the initial batch after completing their documentation requirements booth from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and Mynt before the program was launched.

During the GCash for Good launch in Cebu, Villasenor also disclosed that people now prefer to donate online, as this removes the hassle of having to go through long queues and procesesses, giving them more time to focus on their daily lives.

He quoted a study by 2017 Global Trends in Giving which shows that 54 percent of individuals prefer to donate online, while the total volume of donations made online grew by a strong 12.1 percent.

Various researches also show a growing trend in micro-donations and crowdfunding, with sites like Patreon and Kofi gaining massive support. According to Tech's Good, micro-donations range between $0.25 and $10. This kind of donations, although small at a time, can make a huge difference once added up.

"With innovative mobile money technology like GCash, people who want to do good are now empowered with a more efficient experience. Any amount will create huge opportunities for organizations that forward different issues. With GCash of Good, users will also have direct access to where their donations go. It showcases a more transparent and user-friendly interface for anyone to access, "Villasenor stressed.

Globe myBusiness holds “Lakbay: Cebu” learning session for SMEs in tourism industry

Globe myBusiness, the Micro, Small and Medium-size Enterprise (MSME) arm of Globe Telecom, is holding the “Lakbay” learning session in Cebu to help enterprises in the local tourism industry create perfect destinations through value-driven digital solutions.

The Globe myBusiness “Lakbay” learning series was established last year and ran for 10 legs. Its focus was to educate tourism-related businesses and directly engage customers in order to build stronger presence in the top 10 identified tourist destinations.

“We had a fairly successful run for the ‘Lakbay’ sessions last year and we’re quite excited to hold it in Cebu, the ‘Queen City of the South.’ We are aware that there are a lot of tourism businesses such as Hotel, Restaurant, Cafe establishments in the area, which is why we are bringing it here with more relevant topics.  We also infused an experiential booth so we can better share how businesses can succeed through digital products and solutions from Globe myBusiness,” said Anne David, Globe myBusiness Segment Marketing Head.

Cebu is among the top tourist destinations in the country with tourist arrivals reaching 5.57 million in 2018 based on statistics from the Department of Tourism in Central Visayas.  The region hosted a total of 8 million tourists last year, contributing P44.2 billion to its economy.

As the Philippine tourism continues to improve, MSMEs also take a big part in driving its growth. Thus, Globe myBusiness is ready to guide and empower MSMEs through digitization by helping turn their business into a fast adaptive one as well as by enhancing their business competencies.

“Digital transformation is taking place worldwide and the tourism industry is no exemption.  We are already noticing adoption of digital technology in some parts of their daily operations.  In that sense, we believe it’s now time to implement the digital transformation that has been started in order to transform the way we process outputs and deliver value to our customers,” David said.  “With all that Globe myBusiness could offer and with the right tools, we can make businesses future-ready and bring them to their full potential with the best value for money. We help them take a step towards leveraging their business up to be more proficient and more capable.”

The learning session will feature speakers who will assist SMEs, particularly those in the tourism sector, to level up their business by enhancing their customers’ experience and creating the perfect destinations.  

Among the noted speakers who will share their expertise is Maica La'o, Hospitality Consultant and Market Manager for Philippines and Asia Pacific at Cloudbeds, makers of award-winning property management software, who will discuss "The Travelers Journey and How Hotels Can Win at Every Stage". Other speakers are Jojit Lanas, Globe myBusiness Cluster Head for Visayas-Mindanao (Technology in the Hotel INdustry; Cat de Leon-Vinuya, Director of Innovation at Adspark, Globe Telecom's digital marketing solutions company ("The Digital Playing Field of Tourism); and Rogelio Gabiano Jr., travel blogger (Trends in Customer Experience for next-Generation Market).

Globe myBusiness’ “Lakbay” learning session is in partnership with the Department of Tourism (DOT), Hoel, Resort and Restaurant Association of Cebu, Inc., and the City of Lapu-Lapu.

For more about Globe myBusiness, visit  http://mybusinessacademy.ph/

Globe myBusiness sets up special corner for Cebu-based MSME’s in Globe Store

(Engage with an interactive LED touch screen)

Recognizing the full growth potential of micro, small and medium-size enterprises in the country, Globe myBusiness sets up a special corner in the Globe Store in Ayala Center that will specifically cater to the needs of entrepreneurs particularly those located in Cebu.

Called the Globe my Business Corner, the space is the first in VisMin and the fourth nationwide following the Globe Stores in Greenbelt 4, Robinsons Galleria and Robinsons Manila. It features an interactive entrepreneurs’ corner and special one-on-one consultation sessions every Tuesday to help businesses in their digitalization journey.

(Cleo Santos, Sales Head for Globe myBusiness)

“We want our MSME’s to have easy access to business solutions. Since the Globe Store is a major touchpoint for inquiries and is considered a trusted business channel and experience hub, it plays a critical role in serving our MSME’s, “ said Cleo Santos, Sales Head for Globe myBusiness.

She added, “As the MSME arm of Globe, it is our goal to help every enterprise reach its full potential. Through Globe myBusiness Corner and our SME experts, we hope that we can guide them towards success.”

MSME’s currently account for 99.5% of total business operations in the Philippines and are a major contributor in driving the growth of the Philippine Economy.

("Explore" Robot GIO)

By visiting the Globe myBusiness Corner, entrepreneurs will be able to “explore” the “Robot GIO” or Globe Information Officer for a short business assessment. During the session with GIO, the entrepreneurs will be asked to answer a series of questions to help them identify their business’ digital level. There will also be available consultants every Tuesday who can discuss their answer with them.

(“EXPERIENCE" table where they can try various Globe myBusiness solutions)

Once done entrepreneurs can proceed to “engage” with an interactive LED touch screen to assess and determine the solutions that fit their business. Then, they can visit the “experience” table where they can try various Globe myBusiness solutions such as GSuite, Vehicle Tracker, Auto SMS Blaster, Prepaid Internet and Go Canvas.

At the same time, Globe myBusiness introduces “Globe myBusiness Tuesdays” or the SME Negosyo Day to ensure continuous mentoring for entrepreneurs who may want to increase their knowledge base when it comes to doing business. This is on top of workshops, industry-specific tips and lessons from experts shared through Globe myBusiness Academy.

These MSME Experts will be on hand in all Globe Stores to assist entrepreneurs with their concerns, adding a personal touch to their Globe myBusiness experience. They can help business owners determine their digital acuity and knowledge and discuss with them thoroughly plans or solutions that are tailor fit to their needs and requirements.

Globe myBusiness is also offering a seamless, hassle-free way to apply for a Globe myBusiness Internet connection to help entrepreneurs fast-track their business’ tech savviness.

Entrepreneurs who wish to have Globe myBusiness Internet for their business will only need to present any valid ID, fill out an application form and be ready to experience the Globe myBusiness Unli Internet of up to 5Mbps starting at P1,699 a month.

Globe myBusiness also offers The Plan for mobile for only P1,499 a month where MSME’s can enjoy Unli All Net calls, Unli All Net texts, and 1.5Gb of mobile internet for 24 months as well as free DUO landline for 12 months. Those who will avail of Teh Plan from any Globe Store until June 30, 2019 will also get an additional 2Gb of mobile internet for free  for 24 months.

“We are doing all of this because we are trying our best to make it easier for MSME’s so they can spend more time with things that matters most to them. We would really like to be true to our Globe Purpose where we see a Philippines where families dreams come true, business flourish and a nation truly admired,” said Santos.

Globe myBusiness is the trusted digital business partner for Filipino MSME’s. Regardless of size, industry and where they are in their business journey, Globe myBusiness always finds a way to guide and empower these micro, small and medium enterprises towards success.

To know more about Globe myBusiness, visit http://mybusinessacademy.ph/