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  SM Supermalls recognized for culture, consumer insights, and community marketing at the Marketing Excellence Awards 2026 Three award-winning campaigns showcase how SM Supermalls transforms insights into experiences that resonate with Filipino communities. SM Supermalls’ two Gold Awards and one Silver Award at the Marketing Excellence Awards 2026 recognize the company’s commitment to cultural storytelling, consumer insights, and impactful launch marketing. MANILA , Philippines, 8th August 2026 — Great marketing goes beyond capturing attention—it creates genuine connections. At SM Supermalls, every campaign begins with understanding the communities it serves, from celebrating local culture and uncovering consumer insights to creating launches that reflect the identity of a place. This commitment was recognized at the Marketing Excellence Awards 2026, where SM Supermalls received two Gold Awards and one Silver Award, affirming its consumer-first approach to creating meaningful, max...
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SM Prime Joins DILG in Launching Nationwide Unified 911 for Resilience Campaign SM Prime Holdings, Inc. has partnered with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Philippine National Police (PNP), and the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) to launch the Unified 911 for Resilience: National Campaign . This nationwide initiative aims to strengthen public awareness of emergency preparedness and promote a more coordinated emergency response system across the country . Held at the SM Mall of Asia Globe in observance of National Disaster Resilience Month, the campaign brought together more than 2,000 representatives from the DILG, BFP, PNP, local government units, barangays, and other partner agencies for a unified call to build safer, more resilient communities . Building Safer and More Resilient Communities "At SM, we believe that resilience is a shared responsibility. Building safer, more prepared communities requires the government, businesses, and citizens to wor...
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  SM for MSMEs and WomenBizPH Strengthen Support for Women-Led Enterprises Through Hybrid Trade Fairs Every successful business begins with someone brave enough to take the first step. For countless women entrepreneurs, that journey starts with a simple idea, nurtured by passion, strengthened by resilience, and driven by the dream of creating a better future for their families and communities. Yet while many have built remarkable products and businesses, one challenge remains constant—finding opportunities to be discovered. Recognizing the vital role women play in driving entrepreneurship and local economic growth, SM Supermalls, through SM for MSMEs, continues to strengthen its support for women-led enterprises through its partnership with WomenBizPH. The Women Strong Network Hybrid Trade Fairs bring together inspiring women entrepreneurs at SM Megamall and SM City Cebu, with succeeding activations at SM City Lucena and SM City Zamboanga. Celebrating Women’s Ingenuity and Local Cr...
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  The New ‘My SM’: How the Filipino Consumer Is Redefining the Mall Experience MANILA, Philippines, 29 July 2026 — Customers continue to be the transformation driver for SM Supermalls. Following undisrupted foot traffic and positive business performance in the first half of 2026, the mall operating arm of SM Prime Holdings Inc. has noted three key factors that maintained market interest despite scaled consumption patterns earlier in the year. "Filipinos kept showing up for family, passions, and the moments that matter," said Steven Tan, President of SM Supermalls. "SM remained a trusted constant, creating more ways to celebrate, connect, play, and discover, while evolving alongside how Filipinos now live. That is the heart of 'My SM' - evolving alongside our customers so every mall feels personal, inclusive, and built around what they love most." Expanded and Reinvented Spaces Above image: Pickleball dominates the sports landscape as SM Supermalls rapidly ...
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  SM Expands ‘Green Recycling Machine’ Network to Boost Nationwide Recycling What if your used plastic bottle could become part of something much bigger? Through the right machine it can! SM Cares, through the SM Green Movement, has partnered with recycling technology company Sparklo to deploy SM Green Recycling Machines to 30 SM Supermalls across the country. Through the nationwide deployment across SM’s network of most-loved malls, responsible waste disposal becomes easier, more engaging, and more rewarding for mallgoers. Rewarding Responsible Waste Management The reverse vending machines empower customers to deposit eligible plastic bottles in exchange for rewards. The partnership turns simple mall customer visits into pathways to help support the SM Green Movement through responsible waste management and segregation to divert waste away from landfills and maximize resources through recycling. SM Green Recycling Machines are now available in key locations across Metro Manila, Ba...
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 SM Little Stars Crowns Its First-Ever Grand Shining and Dazzling Stars From thousands of hopefuls across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, thirty of the country’s brightest young dreamers took center stage at the SM Little Stars 2026 Grand Finals. Captivating the audience at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall, the finalists showcased exceptional talent and charm in a nationwide celebration of Filipino youth. More than a talent search, the annual competition highlights SM Supermalls’ commitment to discovering and nurturing limitless potential from every corner of the Philippines as these children embrace the biggest stage of their young lives. The Grand Finals marked the culmination of six weeks of auditions held across 68 of your most-loved SM Supermalls nationwide. More than 41,000 children aged 4 to 7 showcased their talents in singing, dancing, and other skills, with only 30 exceptional finalists earning coveted spots in the country’s biggest nationwide kiddie talent competition. Crown...
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The Blackout Zone: SM Cares, CHED Turn Experience Into Understanding SM Cares, in partnership with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), brought The Blackout Zone to the CHED Central Office Auditorium at the Higher Education Development Center Building in Diliman, Quezon City from July 21 to 22, 2026. Developed through SM’s Mall for All drive on inclusivity, the immersive exhibit invited students, educators, and members of the academic community to experience life without sight in a controlled and safe environment. Participants were guided through everyday activities designed to encourage them to look beyond limitations and recognize the abilities, independence, and resilience of people with visual impairments. “Sometimes, understanding begins when we are willing to step outside what is familiar,” said Richard V. Caluyo, Senior Assistant Vice President for SM Cares. “By bringing The Blackout Zone closer to schools and the academic community, we hope to inspire young people and edu...