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7 Reasons to Discover the Women Strong Network Hybrid Trade Fair

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  Meet the inspiring women taking center stage through WomenBizPH and SM for MSMEs The next great Filipino brand may be closer than you think. Behind every handcrafted accessory, woven textile, artisanal delicacy, sustainable fashion piece, and proudly Filipino product is a woman who dared to turn an idea into a business. Some are preserving generations of Filipino craftsmanship. Others are creating livelihoods for their communities. And some are already making the leap from trade fair booths to wider retail distribution. Advertisement These stories came together at the Women Strong Network Hybrid Trade Fair 2026 , which opened at SM Megamall on August 10, bringing women entrepreneurs, government leaders, industry partners, and shoppers together for three days of business, learning, and meaningful connections. Organized by WomenBizPH in partnership with SM Supermalls through SM for MSMEs , the trade fair celebrates more than what’s being sold. It puts the spotlight on the remarkabl...
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Award-Winning Circularity: SM Waste Free Future Transforms Closed-Loop Systems

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  Manila, Philippines – SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime) received the Gold Award in the Transformation Category at the 2026 ESG Edge Impact Awards for its SM Waste Free Future initiative. The Transformation Category celebrates businesses and organizations that have significantly improved and evolved overall sustainability performance and operational models over time.  From Vision to Transformation  Through a collaborative ecosystem of stakeholders working toward a common goal, the shared commitment of a waste-free future reflects the SM way of creating meaningful and lasting impact. The launch of SM Waste Free Future in 2024 at the SM Mall of Asia marked the start of the group-wide initiative on waste circularity and standardized waste segregation across SM properties.  At the core of the initiative is the belief that lasting waste reduction begins with everyday behavior. Applying the theory of change, the program started with observations of daily waste generation...
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New Tables to Try, New Corners to Discover at SM Supermalls in Mindanao

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  Your saved list is about to get longer!  This month, SM Supermalls is bringing even more reasons to plan that next mall trip across Mindanao. Think new cafés, fresh dining spots, and exciting brands making their debut! Here’s a quick roundup of the latest openings you won’t want to miss. Let’s get into the newest arrivals, shall we? Advertisement DJI ARS (Authorized Retail Store) Take your content creation to new heights at CDO’s first ever DJI ARS , now open at Level 3, Cyberzone, at SM CDO Downtown . Explore DJI’s latest lineup of drones, action cameras, handheld gimbals, and creative imaging gear, with expert guidance to help you find the right setup, whether you’re a beginner, traveler, or seasoned creator. discovering something you’ll want to recommend to friends or return to with family. From new dining destinations to exciting lifestyle concepts, SM Supermalls continues to create spaces where everyday moments become memorable experiences – and that’s why this is My S...
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Discover, Dine, and Play: Cebu’s Growing Collection of Destination Attractions Captivates Travelers

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  CEBU , Philippines, 12th August 2026 – Cebu continues to strengthen its reputation as one of the country’s most dynamic travel destinations, offering visitors a diverse mix of attractions, experiences, and activities that go beyond its renowned beaches and heritage sites. As part of its SM for Cebu commitment, the most-loved SM malls in Cebu continue to bring together shopping, dining, entertainment, recreation, and leisure experiences, giving both locals and visitors a maxed-out experience and more ways to discover, dine, play, and make the most of their time in the province. At SM City Cebu, visitors can experience a vibrant urban destination where shopping, dining, entertainment, and recreation come together in one convenient location. From leading fashion and lifestyle brands to the latest in technology, beauty, home, and everyday essentials, SM City Cebu curates one of the city’s most comprehensive retail destinations, making it a preferred shopping hub for both locals and ...
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Universal Accessibility by Design and Practice earns SM Group 23 industry distinctions

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  Through its group-wide drive to create truly inclusive and accommodating spaces for Persons with Disabilities, SM was commended by key industry organizations focused on disability affairs. With inclusivity and access as a key pillar in SM’s corporate purpose, inclusive spaces and facilities enhance the SM Group’s portfolio of malls, offices, and retail spaces. It is this universal implementation of accessible environments and commitment to advancing disability inclusion has earned SM Group industry distinctions from The Philippine Foundation for the Rehabilitation of the Disabled Inc. (PFRD) and the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA). Through its Corporate Social Responsibility arm, SM Cares, disability-friendly facilities are overseen and supported nationwide with manpower training in line with industry standards to effectively accommodate Persons With Disabilities. “Every single person entering and engaging in the spaces built by SM deserves to feel welcomed and acco...
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Government Service Express Expands to SM Center San Pedro

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  SM Supermalls and its government partners reaffirm their commitment to accessible, people-centered services with the opening of the Government Service Express at SM Center San Pedro. Leading the ribbon-cutting ceremony are (from left) Pag-IBIG Area Head Sally Banal; Regional Investigation and Detective Management Division (CALABARZON) Chief P/Col. Gerald S. Dee, SSS South Luzon Division 1 Vice President, Engr. Edwin Igharas; SM Supermalls SAVP Division Head John Jason Terrenal; San Pedro City Mayor Art Joseph Mercado; San Pedro City Vice Mayor Nina Almoro; Laguna Police Provincial Office Provincial Director P/Col. Sando J. DC Tafalia; SM Supermalls AVP South 3 Aurea Angelica Toreja; and San Pedro City Police Station Officer-in-Charge PLT/Col. Reynaldo N. Vitto. San Pedro, Laguna, Philippines — SM Supermalls , in partnership with the City Government of San Pedro and key national government agencies, officially inaugurated the Government Service Express (GSE) at SM Center San Pe...
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SM tapped as first mall operator to roll out DOE’s Oras Natin sa Efficiency (O.N.E.) effort

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  SM Supermalls and the Department of Energy led the launch of the O.N.E. (Oras Natin sa Efficiency) campaign at the SM Mall of Asia Globe, promoting collective action for energy efficiency nationwide. (L-R) Director Patrick T. Aquino , CESO III, Energy Utilization Management Bureau (EUMB), Department of Energy, Mr. Joaquin L. San Agustin , Executive Vice President for Marketing, SM Supermalls, Assistant Secretary Mandy Romero , Department of Energy, Ms. Nicole Cordovez , Binibining Pilipinas Grand International 2016, Secretary Sharon S. Garin , Department of Energy, Honorable Imelda G. Calixto-Rubiano , Pasay City Mayor, Engr. Junias M. Eusebio , Vice President for Mall Operations, SM Supermalls, Undersecretary Mario C. Marasigan , Department of Energy, Ms. Mhicaela “Bella” Belen , and Ms. Pauline Gaston . SM joined the Department of Energy (DOE) in rolling out O.N.E.: Oras Natin sa Efficiency , a nationwide energy efficiency movement that calls on Filipinos to turn awareness into...
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