Ever Wondered What Working in Snack Corps Look Like?

I like Oreo dunked in milk or coffee, have Cadbury Dairy Milk after dinner, Toblerone on snacks, and Cheez Whiz on mac and cheese or sandwiches. Did you know that all of these come from Mondelez Philippines? Ever wonder what it feels to work there? Well I do.

 

Raf Baradas is the Senior Brand Manager for chocolates in this corp. As a marketing pro, he deems it important to be a consumer of the products that they work with. He remembers making those triangle sandwiches with Cheez Whiz and eating tons of Oreo for snacks back in college. He's glad he's growing with the company that makes it. He also likes how it's very high paced and see how his love for the products become the same for consumers around the country. He bids this a very fulfilling position on both a professional and personal level. He knows putting importance to consumers made the brands what it is today, and glad how there's a mix of people inside the corp. 

 

Gicelle Medina the Senior Marketing Manager for Meals at Mondelez Philippines on the other hand loves how diverse the people are at work. They also have a huge amount of leaders that they get inspired with, to not only work with them, but learn from their brilliant minds. They guide them and have them learn through trials, with some of the best in the industry. Being a part of this she says has nurtured her professional and personal growth, and loves how Mondelez Philippines continues to be an environment best for those who work in Marketing and want to further their careers.


Now that just wants me to work there too. If you want to know more about them, head on to the Mondelez Philippines site and social channels.

Pushing People to Snack Right: Mondelēz International

From your favorite cookies, your favorite snacks, the good juice you're having, and that sweet bar of chocolate you love, it's all from Mondelēz International. They're very passionate about bringing you the right snack, and make it the right way. The way you live is changing the way you eat, and they are here to make it right.

Aileen Aumentado says "Purpose Day 2022 coincides with the 10th year of Mondelēz International in the Philippines. When made the right way, our snacks would make a movement to spark positive change with ourselves with the use of our snacks. You are the driving force behind our organization. Together, we empower people to snack right, and will make that change."

This is why they are also implementing programs for their employees so that they take care of mental wellness. Ms. Nelia Dela Cruz the My Rewards Advisor for SEA says "We have an Employee Assistance Program that is available 24/7, even during holidays. It's free and you can talk to professionals where your personal information stays confidential powered by Magellan Healthcare. We believe with the right body, right mind, you can have the right purpose. We also have Maxicare to cater to psychiatric help, for consultations or therapy sessions, teleconsultations, for you and your dependents. This is all for Mondelez International employees in the Philippines if you need mental health support."


PJ Lanot who does talks for different organizations says "Everyone gets a dopamine rush especially when you complete tasks, and when you tell yourself you deserve this. It's celebrating small wins, you get to cherish these moments and it doesn't have to be big.You should also get a dose of serotonin, a mood stabilizer from doing sunbathing, meditation, spending time in nature, exercising and being active. Endorphins is also a good pain killer, you can get it form watching a good TV show, listening to music, watching a movie, donating and giving back, exercising and being active, and laughing."

Mondelēz International has done this with their employees, if you're a business contemplating on making a movement like theirs, don't second guess and make your own move!

Harry Chocolates and Wackie Corn Chips Launch

Went to this launch this morning with the owners of YanYan International Philippines Inc. who manufacture food products in the Philippines and export some of them in the Southeast Asian region. They are the same people who produced that favorite "Lumpia" and "Karaoke" snack you used to buy in sari sari stores when you were a kid. This is in some way their more premium line and we've come to bear good news. They are launching two more called Wackie Corn Chips and Harry Chocolate which we got to taste today.

They have these corn chips in different flavors, their Harry Chocolates also come in plain Milk Chocolate or ones with rice crispies, a variety you'll surely love.

Owner Mr. Lito Chua says "We love food and I have traveled to different countries and found how common it is for every person. YanYan prides itself in having state of the art machines so we could only produce the best for a good price. We have more than 150 products in the market and there is no secret in success, we just started and I think we are just doing our best since 2003. We think this is the foundation we have built for our kids and this is for their future. They will be the ones who will build on this. My wife is so good in what she does, she sleeps late and wakes up early just so she could supervise operations. I also did packaging and distribution in the past while my wife does the financial stuff, it is just in the efforts and dedication that you put in it. I am not successful yet, but we will get there." 

All these Harry Chocolate bars and variety of Wackie Corn Chips are available in leading supermarkets and grocery stores nationwide. Try it out today, especially the Wackie Corn Chips with Salted Egg on it because it's so good!

You Could Win at the M&M Screenbite Awards

Are you an avid fan of movies? Well watching them probably didn't really get you anywhere but what if I tell you that you can get the chance to win an award that would take you to UNIVERSAL STUDIOS in Osaka, Japan? Got your attention right? Well M&M's is hooking you up and making this worthwhile habit of yours into a great contest. All you have to do is go to https://www.screenbiteawards.com/ and get your creative juices flowing.

Watch a video while you're munching on any M&M's product. Record your reaction while doing it and upload your entry on the website. If they choose you to be the best and get the desired number of votes on the website, you'll win that trip to Japan and enjoy Universal Studios for you and your companion. Remember, only entries submitted until tomorrow will be accepted. Oh and if you will submit a video, make sure it's under 20 seconds. Now start recording and win that now!

I'll submit mine tomorrow haha!

Valentine's Idea: Premium Chelsea by Saint Marc Cafe

You must be still thinking what to actually give her this Valentine's day. Well, better than a bouquet of flowers is this Premium Chelsea by Saint Marc Cafe. They're the same people behind the Choco Cro which I give as gifts to friends and family in nearby provinces. I also got this to give as gifts to people I know in the PR industry. No more boring china made products, just lovely crushed Meiji Chocolate (and some secret ingredients) into a thick brown filling making your butterscotch dreams into a reality!

This is more of a dessert and definitely can fill you in one serving. So if you plan to give some to family and friends, they don't really need that much of it because really, one is enough for one person. If you are on a diet, you might even need to share. But I tell you, it's really intense butterscotch flavor and it's the same formulation that they do in Japan. You'll love it as it's freshly baked everyday in Saint Marc Cafe.

Now if you are making this as a gift to your special someone and plan to refrigerate it first (to give later in the evening), as the premium Chelsea can be reheated in the Microwave (for a few seconds) or usual oven around a minute or two and it'll still turn out flaky, irresistible, because it's what dreams are made of.

Or you could always have the original Choco Cro from them too. Though I'd prefer something different, something that you can take home, something that she's going to think of as something you made an effort with. The usual roses and chocolates could definitely be boring... find a good alternative like this one from Saint Marc Cafe. They have branches in SM Megamall Fashion Hall, Greenbelt 3, UP Town Center and SM North Edsa. Better yet, visit them there and have those lovely Valentines Bundles that's got everything good at a lesser price. 

Dude, take her there!

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Make it Sweeter with M&M's this Valentines Day!

I just saw this on the shelves of SM while I was shopping. Now I think this would be a good thing to have this Valentines day. But what would make it special? Perhaps getting some people do it for you? Yeah, that would probably be a GREAT idea!

You see they have just recently launched a contest called #MMSFUNFIRSTMOVE over at the M&M's Philippines Facebook page. If you join this thing, they can hook you up with sexy actress Sam Pinto, Azkals guy Misagh Bahadoran, influencers Mark Agas and Kara Gozali and get you that first move you always wanted to do for that special girl. You may watch this video over at their channel and see how it works! (https://www.facebook.com/mmsPhilippines/videos/1242582902501851/) 

I suggest you go to the malls, supermarkets and stores where they sell these sweet hearts and add it to your flowers this Valentines day. Who knows, you might get more than what you bargained for and have that special moment with her leveled up!

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St. Marc Cafe's Lovely Banana Walnut Chococro

I've been a good boy all week and I think someone has got their eyes on me, rewarding me with something good too. I loved the last seasonal CHOCOCRO made of Black Sesame from St. Marc Cafe and this time, they're doing something equally awesome. They've just come out with a new flavor, it's the Banana Walnut Chococro!

If you get these from the store, they come freshly baked so make sure you have a few boxes of it to take home to your friends and family. They make really good croissants, but ingeniously know how much you have to have those filling. Each piece costs less than a hundred, but add a few more pesos and you can have the one with coffee. They have really good cup of joes brewed too.  

 

If you look carefully, this thing is just made of dreams. If you look closely, you'll see lovely and sweet chocolate that's almost melting, plus slivers of banana and crunchy walnuts inside. It's enveloped in crusty but soft croissaint, how can you not love this!

Now how can your girlfriend not fall in love with you when you get this as a gift. Or how about your Mom when she wants something so good for breakfast? Or how about your big brother when they'd love something awesome for a snack? Those are exactly the reasons why you should flock today to St. Marc Cafe and get your dose of Chococro... it's the best thing that happened to me this weekend, it might be the best for you too! Visit their branches at SM Megamall, Greenbelt 3, UP Town Center and SM North EDSA. You know, you deserve better!

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Give Dad The Gift of Health with Nestlé

Still trying to find the perfect gift for Dad? Well I just received a bag of goodies from Nestlé Health Science group and it's got all these lovely products in it.

Dad would love a dose of Calcium from the Bear Brand Adult Plus, to give him strength in his bones even as he gets older. Age is not an excuse not to drink milk you know!

For me, I don't really have breakfast (yes I know it's unhealthy) but if I do I need to have Milo everyday so I'd still get energy. I'd also like to have a bowl of Fitnesse as breakfast cereals have really high fiber content. I'd have Milo with that too because I'm not that fond with milk.

If it's noontime, I just don't want to be sitting in front of the tv without a drink because even if it's officially the end of summer, it's still so darn hot outside. My Nestea keeps me hydrated, a welcome treat when I'm so thirsty!

At night, I'd have my cup of Nescafe Classic paired with Nestlé Coffee Mate. One teaspoon, hot water and about two teaspoons of creamer is my formula for a good cup. No sugar, I don't need a lot of that in my life. The smooth creamy and slightly bitter brew just hits the spot.

Now if you forgot to give Dad a gift, go to the groceries tomorrow and grabe these treats for him. At least he'll know you are thinking about him on this special day! Thanks Nestlé Health Science group! :)

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M&M's Red Wins Hearts of Media and VIP Guests Votes

Yesterday's "Miting de Avance" turned out pretty well. If you were one of the few who posted "I VOTE RED #mmsred" on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, then your efforts were all been given a great reward because WE won in the Media and Guests voting yesterday. Yes! We're the favorite and now that we've conquered one bump in the road, we have to stay vigilant and VOTE MORE for our favorite RED M&M's buy posting "I VOTE RED #MMSRED" on all our social media posts from hereon. 

We're all so overjoyed about the turnout yesterday, even the Mars Country President wore Red to show support so I can't really fathom the idea why we shouldn't win. We remain friends with the other colors, but we should all be TOUGH, GREAT, and POWERFUL to remain in the lead! Make sure we all post "I VOTE RED #MMSRED" in your posts so it gets counted okay?

We are winners, we are RED! We will win if you post "I VOTE RED #mmsred" on all your social media posts until May 15th! Keep the fire alive, keep the spirit burning! We'll win this with our Candydate M&M's Red!

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Who's Your Favorite M&M's Candydate?

It looks like everyone is as hot as summer when the word ELECTIONS come to play. I know you've all got your Presidential bets, you also have seen the latest Vice Presidential debates and must have made up your mind who to vote. This thing you are reading right now isn't about that at all, but I'd like you to take a chance to win 20 Php 5,000 cash prizes just by choosing your favorite m&m's character on social media. Sounds easy? Because it is.

Your choice is real. If you want someone brave, choose RED. If you want someone friendly, choose YELLOW. If you want someone confident, choose GREEN. Now this isn't really that hard to actually decipher, you can win prizes weekly if you post on social media I VOTE RED then the hashtags #mmsred, #mmsyellow, and #mmsgreen. There will also be selected barangays, LRT stations where you can cast your vote and play fun games so you can win tons of m&m's products. If you're a bit undecided, you can go to the upcoming "Miting de Avance" that will happen this April 22 at Makati Coliseum. You'll hear from them, tell you why they deserve your vote. There are also more scheduled activities so just hang out in their M&M's Philippines Facebook Page. Voting period is from April 15 to May 15, 2016. So there's a lot of time to push for #mmsred right? If you vote now, you can get the chance to win weekly so make sure you get that hashtag for #mmsred right!

WHY RED?

RED is TOUGH, RED is BRAVE, RED is PASSIONATE, RED is ROMANTIC, RED is LOVE, RED is FIGHTING FOR YOUR RIGHTS, RED is GOOD THINGS, RED is the COLOR OF A WARRIOR, RED is HOT, RED is in MOMENTUM, RED is FIGHTING, RED is IMPACT, RED is OPPORTUNITY, RED is TANGIBLE CHANGE, RED is DOING THE BEST JOB, RED is INTENSE and it is a reason to VOTE for our team. NOW IS THE TIME TO PUT #mmsred on your posts today!

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New Flavor Magnum White Almond Launched

Looks like we're in for an indulgent day. 

Filipinos have been so crazy about Magnum since day 1 and it's going to get more crazy as a new flavor lands on Philippine shores. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, welcome the NEW Magnum White Chocolate Almond.

This is the first white Belgian chocolate ice cream creation and it'll be the grandest white celebration and take over happening in malls around the metro. They already had one earlier with top celebrities and influencers during a White Party last September 30. 

This October 4, 2015 Magnum will be taking over SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, SM Mall of Asia, SM Aura, Glorietta 1, Trinoma, Robinsons Magnolia, Robinsons Galleria, Eastwood Mall, Ayala Fairview Terraces, Alabang Town Center, and UP Town Center. The ultimate dream Magnum White Almond will come out together with several celebrities, world class DJ's so you can party out while having your favorite Magnum White Chocolate Almond with rich vanilla ice cream covered in thick cracking white Belgian chocolate and almond slivers.

This is also going to be available in leading supermarkets and stores nationwide on October 5, 2015. So make sure you rush out and hoard it to become the first to have Magnum White Chocolate Almond in your homes. Share it with your friends and family too! It's time to #CelebrateWhite so head on to www.Magnum.com.ph for more information or follow them no Twitter at @Magnum_ph for more details.

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