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1ST QUARTER 2019 "Behind all your stories is always your mother's story. Because hers is where yours begin." News in Photos PHILIPPINE RETAILING Mitch Albom Honoring mothers for a day is not enough, as their love for us never ceases even a single minute. FIRA 1ST MEETING FOR 2019 & NRF BIG SHOW JANUARY 12-13, 2019 | NYC Calling all retailers and organizations! Join the nationwide movement of honoring our dear mothers for more than a day by organizing various activities that will culminate on Mother's Day on May 12, 2019 PRA representatives Secretary General Evelyn Balmeo-Salire, President Rosemarie B. Ong, and Vice Chairman Roberto Claudio (2nd row, L-R) attended the Federation of International Retail Associations (FIRA) first meeting for 2019. They also witnessed the latest trends, technology and insights in retail at the NRF Big Show, the world’s largest retail conference and expo. Suggested activities you can do are: 1. Conduct of Search for Outstanding Mothers 2. Special offers and discounts for mothers 3. Various activities to honor mothers, such as concerts, exhibits, and programs dedicated to them 44TH RETAIL EXCELLENCE SEMINAR SERIES JANUARY 23, 2019 | JOY NOSTALG ORTIGAS, PASIG CITY 4. Any activity/ies in your store, brand or organization that will honor mothers Mystery Shopping expert Michelle Patel gave a lively and hands-on seminar on Best Practices in Mystery Shopping Success for Offline and Online Retailers during the 44th Retail EXL. BE ACTIVE. GET REWARDED. Introducing the new PRA PREMIER Card exclusive to PRA MEMBERS!* Because we value your attendance and active participation to our organization, you can now earn points and get rewards when you continuously join, support, and attend PRA programs, events, and seminars. 25TH NRCE THANKSGIVING PARTY FEBRUARY 12, 2019 | JOHNNY B GOOD, MAKATI CITY HOW TO GET POINTS: Attend PRA Events NRCE Registration Seminars, GMM, Thanksgiving & New Membership Briefing International Event Participation Speakership Newsletter contribution Career Expo Ad Placement (Newsletter/Website) PRA Bizcart Partner OFRSCY Participation/Nomination OFRSCY Awardee OFRSCY Table Sponsorship Survey Participation "Points Earned (per attendee)" 20 points 10 points 20 points 10 points 1 point 20 points 10 points 10 points 10 points 10 points 10 points 10 points Sponsor PRA Events NRCE Platinum Sponsor NRCE Gold Sponsor NRCE Silver Sponsor NRCE Bronze Sponsor Other NRCE sponsorships Regional Roadshow Sponsorship Retail Seminar Sponsoship Advocacy Representative (per company) "Points Earned (per company)" 100 points 75 points 50 points 25 points 25 points 20 points 10 points 20 points REWARDS *Members in good standing 18 FREE Registration to PRA Seminars* 1 Retail Masterclass 1 Regional Roadshow (whole day) 1 Retail Excellence Seminar (half day * for 1 pax only   1000 points 500 points 300 points FREE ADVERTISEMENTS! NRCE Handbook PRA Newsletter (1 issue) Ad placement on PRA Website for 1 month   750 points 750 points 750 points The PRA recognized its sponsors and partners for the 25th NRCE during the Thanksgiving Party, where they enjoyed a night filled with music, food, and raffle prizes. INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY & PH WOMEN’S MONTH CELEBRATION MARCH 8, 2019 | AGANA, GUAM PRA President Ms. Rosemarie B. Ong served as the keynote speaker and guest of honor during the celebration of the International Women’s Day and Philippine Women’s Month, organized by the Philippine Consulate office in Agana. During the visit, Ms. Ong, with PRA Asst. Secretary General Ana Marie Miranda also met with the 35th Guam Legislature and other business organizations in Guam. 19