Gracee's Lifestyle Journal

A photo captured at Business of Design Week 2025 shows a Pininfarina representative unveiling the new design partnership to the public. Today, during the Business of Design Week 2025, Infinix announced a landmark strategic partnership with Pininfarina, the iconic Italian design house with a 95-year legacy of shaping some of the world’s most celebrated automobiles,   as well as groundbreaking products across sectors such as luxury lifestyle, architecture and yachting. This collaboration marks the beginning of a new flagship design series, with the Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra set to become the first smartphone to emerge from this alliance. From the legendary curves of the Ferrari Testarossa to the iconic silhouette of the Alfa Romeo Spider, every creation bearing the Pininfarina badge has stood as a masterpiece of Italian design and innovation since 1930. Now Pininfarina brings its heritage and lifestyle - steeped in elegance and performance - to a smartphone. The upcoming “Infinix NOTE 60...

Charo Cordial, CEO and founder of Maddox Jewelry Maddox Jewelry lit up Marikina with unmatched glamour as it staged its first Grand Gala Night Fashion Show at the Teodore Events Place — an evening filled with luxury, artistry, and star-studded brilliance. The prestigious jewelry brand, known for its exquisite and uniquely designed pieces, brought together top celebrities and style icons in the fashion world for a night that celebrated beauty and sophistication. Ms. Charo Cordial shares updates about Maddox Jewelry At the heart of the event was Maddox Jewelry CEO Ms. Charo Cordial, whose vision and passion continue to elevate the brand as a leading name in Philippine fine jewelry. Her dedication to creating timeless, one-of-a-kind pieces was evident in the curated collection unveiled during the gala. A Night of Glamour and Innovation Watch the Maddox Jewelry Fashion Show featuring Celebrities showcasing Maddox Jewelries  The runway came alive as top celebrities graced the stag...

Aprio opened its second office in the Philippines on December 4, 2025, at KMC One Ayala, Makati City. (From L-R) Dave Kothari, Global Solutions Delivery Leader, Partner, Aprio; Gemma Raab, Philippine Office Leader, Director, Aprio Philippines; Paul Rubner, Director, Offshore Operations, Aprio Philippines. Aprio , the 24th largest business advisory and accounting firm in the U.S., has expanded its presence in the Philippines with the opening of its second office in Makati City. Aprio's new office is located at KMC One Ayala Mall in Makati City, placing the company in Metro Manila's primary business district. It is designed to support Aprio Philippines' expanding workforce and enhanced service delivery, ensuring scalable capacity for future growth while providing a more accessible workspace for its over 100 employees in Metro Manila. “Aprio Philippines' rapid expansion, showcased with our new, strategically located office in Makati City, underscores our commitment to both...

Bitget , the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), took part in   La Liga’s Youth Tournament  in Manila, supporting one of Asia’s most exciting grassroots football events focused on promoting sport, community, and camaraderie. Held from November 14 to 16 at the New Clark City Athletics Stadium, the tournament brought together more than 7,000 young players, families, and coaches for three days of competition, community spirit, and youth development. Bitget’s presence centered on creating a welcoming space for parents and children through its   Blockchain4Youth  initiative. The booth featured a simple penalty shoot-out activity where kids could unwind between matches, with successful attempts rewarded with complimentary refreshments and La Liga x Bitget branded items. For many families, it became an easy meeting point, offering shade, water, and moments of fun amid a packed tournament schedule. The event was designed purely around community value. Bitget chose to s...

Leading universal exchange (UEX) platform Bitget extended its support to communities affected by the recent 6.9 magnitude earthquake in northern Cebu by sending P100,000 relief goods to victims. In partnership with The Ascent Project, the donation drive included food packs and hygiene kits distributed to 118 residents in Bogo City and San Remigio who were heavily impacted by the disaster. Bitget CEO Gracy Chen stressed the importance of teamwork in the community through the Filipino value of kabayanihan , during disasters such as this.  “ My heart goes out to people that have been struggling during this difficult time. Our community in Cebu has helped us stand with those in need during such distress, we hope to support and continue building trust ,” Chen said.  The relief operation took place last November 2, and was mobilized through Bitget’s local trading community, one of the company’s longest-running grassroots groups in Southeast Asia.  “ Bitget remains committed to...

Designed as an evening of insightful discussion and curated wine tasting, Legacy Uncorked brought together an intimate circle of the country’s most respected business leaders, wealth advisors, and high-net-worth families in a sophisticated setting at the Grand Hyatt. In photo: (Left-right) Rozanne Magararu, Pru Life UK Chief Customer & Marketing Officer; Sanjay Chakrabarty, Pru Life UK President and Chief Executive Officer; Michael Ferrer, ATRAM Group Chief Executive Officer; Rex Mendoza, Rampver Financials Chairman and Chief Executive Officer; Princess Charm Balingit, Pru Life UK Chief Investment Officer; and Julien Fey, Pru Life UK Chief Strategy Officer  With family-owned businesses and property values rising in the Philippines, a growing number of Filipino families face a silent financial risk: wealth transfer delays and estate settlement issues that can lead to frozen assets, legal disputes, and forced liquidation. According to Rex Mendoza, Chairman and CEO of Rampver Fina...