Facets of One Global Center

One Global Center, the current operation site of Transcom Asia continues to uplift the lives of Ilonggo call center workforce in Iloilo City. The various facets of this prestigious BPO building energizes the BPO sector in Iloilo Business Park, conceptualized by Megaworld to complete the biggest IT Park in the region. One Global Center is a modern BPO office building located in nearby conveniences and prestigious establishments in Iloilo Business Park. It is located across the Festive Walk Mall and Street of Festive Walk, two commercial centers in the township where sprawling restaurants, bistros, retail shops, boutiques and event centers will create shopping and dining excitement to its call center workers. Richmonde Hotel Iloilo and the Iloilo Convention Center are just a few steps away for those looking for luxury and ultimate leisure. Beside the building is the Bike Lane of Megaworld Boulevard solely intended for healthy lifestyle activities among the visitors and residents like walking, jogging or biking. Working as a call center professional in Iloilo City has never been this exciting with Iloilo Business Park as a township where everything you're looking for a stylish and desirable lifestyle can be yours. One Global Center as part of the highly-integrated IT-BPO district of the township will continue to provide more than 30,000 jobs in the next 10 years.  

First Dog Blessing at IBP

DOG HAVEN: Iloilo Business Park marks the first-ever Dog Blessing on October 24, 4PM in front of Richmonde Tower where more than a hundred of dog participants and dog lovers in Iloilo gathered for the blessing officiated by Rev. Fr. Dennis Galon. The township is now a certified dog-friendly and dog-haven lifestyle destination in the region.

More than 150 dogs and dog owners participated in SPOOKY PAW-RADE, the first ever Dog Halloween Costume Parade and Fun Match held in front of Richmonde Tower at Iloilo Business Park last October 24, 2:30PM to 7PM. The event started off with a Dog Parade from Richmonde Tower going to McDonald’s IBP. The first-ever Dog Blessing was officiated by Rev. Father Dennis Galon. It was followed by a formal opening program with IBP Marketing Head, Jennifer Ann Palmares-Fong who willingly shared her excitement through a short welcome message.

Rev. Father Dennis Galon officiated the Dog Blessing

Head Dog Trainer, Joseph Jiro Gabasa, event hosts Nancy Enicola and Nanette Bajador

IBP Marketing Head, Jennifer Ann Palmares-Fong shared her words of welcome to all the participants

Mr. Bong Ledesma, an expert dog trainer entertained the crowd with his dog tricks

Dr. Harold Demaisip, judged the fun match and dog conformation 

Expert dog trainer, Bong Ledesma showcased various dog tricks that entrainment the crowd as an intermission performance. Around 5:30PM, the Dog Fun Match and Conformation started off by introducing seasoned veterinarian, Dr. Harold Demaisip as competition judge. The Fun Match and Conformation was divided into four categories such as Puppy, Small Breed, Medium Breed and Large Breed. Pack Leader K9 Dog Training Head, Joseph Jiro Gabasa demonstrated with his dog Connan, a Belgian Malinois on how to train your pets in protecting you against aggression. The highlight of the event is the Dog Halloween Costume Contest and Mini-fashion where dog owners and their pets paraded onstage with creatively scary and colorful attires. Jennifer Ann Palmares-Fong, IBP’s Marketing Head is the sole judge of the Dog Halloween Costume Contest.

IBP Marketing Head, Jennifer Ann Palmares-Fong received her certificate as the sole judge of the Dog Halloween Costume Contest from Joseph Jiro Gabasa

 The event emphasizes Iloilo Business Park as a dog-friendly destination and a township where dog lovers can find a serene place to enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle. The event is co-organized by Megaworld- Iloilo Business Park in partnership with Pack Leader K9 Dog Training and Jaro Dog Lovers. The event was made possible through the following sponsors: Rebadulla Animal Hospital, AsVet, Pomelo T-shirts, Wood Fashion, Gab’s Pizza, Spa Riviera, Dog Full, Lori pet care products, Uratex Foam, Pet Palace and Fil Sonza Photography Studio.

Spooky Paw-Rade Contests Result:

 Dog Conformation and Fun Match

Best in Puppy Category: Maxine, 5-month-old female Belgian Malinois dog, handler: Wewen (dog trainer, Iloilo)

 

Best in Small Dog Category: Yuki, 6-year-old-female mini-pinscher; owner: Irish P. Jeongco

 Best in Medium Dog Category: Shane, 7-month-old female Beagle dog; Handler: Wewen (Dog Tainer, Iloilo)

Best in Large Dog Category: Scotch, 4-year-old-male Bull Mastiff dog; Owner: Am-Am Lorca

Best in Show: Yuki 6 year old female mini-pinscher; owner: Irish P. Jeongco

Best Dog Halloween Costume Contest

Special Award (Spookiest Costume):  Gracie, 7-year-old female mini-pinscher dog; owner: Virgie Tarrigue, costume concept: Cerberus (3-headed dog)

3rd Place:  Yuki, 6-year-old female mini-pinscher dog; owner: Irish P. Jeongco, costume concept: Egyptian God with golden wings

2nd Place: Atticus, 1-year-and-5-month old male Belgian Malinois dog; owner: Santiago Sudaria, costume concept: horse-like dog with 'tiyanak' riding on top

1st Place (Best in Costume): Sasshi, 1-year-and-7-month female Chihuahua; owner: Jel Rose Casiano, costume concept: enchanted dog in a dark and scary prom theme

IBP, Pack Leader and Jaro Dog Lovers present SPOOKY PAW-RADE

Throughout history, Dogs are popularly considered as “man’s best friend.” These soft-hearted and playful pets have more than hundreds of different breeds, and there are at least around 400 million dogs in the world today. In Iloilo City, there are various groups of Ilonggos whose passion is to train and educated dog owners how to take care of their pets. For them, having a dog as a pet comes with responsibility to nourish and provide them with a healthy life they deserved.

One of those active organizations in Iloilo City that promotes dog welfare and wellness is Pack Leader K9 Dog Training led by Dog Head Trainer, Joseph Jiro Gabasa. The organization has been around for several years and remained committed to pursue the well-being of dogs and equipped dog owners with the much needed knowledge on how to train their pets. The organization provides effective services that expand dog owners’ knowledge such as basic and advance obedience training, protection training (personal or property protection), rehabilitation of problematic dogs, dog board and lodging and stud services.  Their business office and training center is at Lot 3, Block 10, Ledesco Village, Jaro, Iloilo City. They can be reached through these telephone numbers (033) 3207845 or mobile numbers 09216375542. Another dynamic group of dog enthusiasts is the Jaro Dog Lovers whose advocacy focuses on assisting dog owners not just to take care of their pets but to further expand their knowledge on how to train them and make them as protectors in times of danger. Together these two organizations often collaborate and create events that pursue dog wellness. Their expertise and experience in the field of dog training and educating dog owners creates a sense of awareness in Iloilo City.

This coming Saturday, October 24, 3:30PM, Iloilo Business Park together with Pack Leader K9 Dog Training and Jaro Dog Lovers are looking forward to hold the first “SPOOKY PAW-RADE” (Spooky  Parade) in front of The Palladium Showroom – Richmonde Tower. The event is a gathering of dogs and their owners in Iloilo City that will showcase various activities and contests such as dog parade, dog blessing, dog fun match and dog product booths. Pack Leader K9 Dog Training head, Joseph Jiro Gabasa will conduct as dog training lecture for dog owners. The highlight of the event is the first-ever Halloween-themed dog costume contest and mini-fashion show. Registration for the event is available at the site or participants can register ahead of the event by calling (033) 330-3465 or contact the organizers.

Iloilo Business Park is emphasizing its vision as one of the best locations for dog activities and events, creating an image as a recreational and leisure destination where Ilonggos can converge, enjoy a healthy lifestyle and appreciate nature. For this exciting activity, dog lovers can enjoy the township as the best place to do their dog walk routine.

So come and join us for a day of total fun, games and excitement with your furry friends this weekend.