Press Release

On January 26, 2024, EmergeLocal Inc. commemorated its eighth anniversary with the theme “Celebrating Eight Years of Commitment to Excellence”. The occasion also marked the official launch of their Corporate Social Responsibility program, called Emerging Hands. As part of the celebration, the company spent an afternoon giving back to the community at Noah’s Ark. The event was followed by a night of recognition and dinner to celebrate the milestone. Emerging Hands at Noah’s Ark Animal Shelter Emerging Hands is Emerge’s official corporate social responsibility initiative. For its first CSR activity, the Emergians visited Noah’s Ark Dog and Cat Shelter in Mabalacat, Pampanga. The shelter started as a backyard project by Ms. Leah, the owner, in 2018. The employees and executives donated essential items that would benefit the 150 dogs and cats sheltered in Noah’s Ark. Following the donation, Ms. Leah gave the team a tour of the shelter, introducing them to injured and abandoned dogs and cats. “Our “Emerging Hands: Heart for Paws” program contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal of Life on Land. Through volunteering at Noah’s Ark Animal Shelter, we strive to sustain the diversity and save the lives of vulnerable cats and dogs,” Emerge CEO and Founder Mr. Richard Normor says. Emerge has recently undergone a revision of its company core values, and as a result, the organization has added social responsibility as one of its core values. Being socially responsible is now considered a fundamental aspect of what it means to be a true Emergian. “We recently added the core value of being champions of social responsibility as we need to look beyond doing business and helping out the community in different ways.” Mr. Jimmar Merino, Director of Marketing and Client Services at Emerge, says. 8th Anniversary Dinner and Awards Night Later that evening, the team had a company dinner at Rustica Restaurant to celebrate the anniversary with the theme Celebrating Eight Years of Commitment to Excellence. When asked what excellence means to the team and the company, Mr. Merino says, “Being committed to greatness in what we do. Excellence is in the company’s blood as one of the core values, so being committed to it just adds up to the perfect recipe for a fully functional and reliable team.” After dinner, the Emergians headed to Coffee Bay for games and an awards ceremony. The ceremony was hosted by the People and Culture team, Ms. Cielo Velasquez and Ms. Sheina Malonzo, and some of the members were recognized for their dedication and hard work at the company. Mr. Kim Martinez and Ms. Cielo Velasquez were recognized for their outstanding contributions to Emerge. Mr. Martinez received the Kudos Champion award for exceptional help to colleagues, while Ms. Velasquez was named the Core Values Champion for embodying Emerge’s core values. “Excellence is our cornerstone. Upskilling fuels our team while we boldly challenge the status quo. We refuse to be dictated by trends; instead, we shape them through innovation and a client-first mentality.” said Mr. Noromor. Over the past eight years, Emerge has shown a solid dedication to achieving continuous growth and success. This dedication has enabled the company to expand its market reach and better serve its growing customer base across multiple regions. “Our expansion plan into new territories is further fueling this growth. Additionally, we are committed to solidifying our processes and launching proprietary tools to continuously improve the client experience,” Mr. Noromor says. Emerge has introduced a new approach to digital marketing called omnichannel marketing, which involves developing comprehensive digital strategies encompassing all relevant channels. “Embracing the future, we transition from digital-first to a comprehensive omnichannel strategy. This positions us as the trusted partner for Philippine MSMEs, offering holistic digital strategies across all relevant channels,” added Mr. Noromor. For more information about Emerge and its award-winning digital marketing solutions, you may reach their Revenue Operations team at sa***@*********al.com and discover how Emerge can elevate your business’s digital presence.

Emerge successfully held its first masterclass series, “From Lens to Likes: Product Photography and Promotions Workshop,” in partnership with Cimmaroon Photography last November 21, 2023, at the Capitol Hil Hotel & Suites, Angeles City, where attendees gained hands-on experience in product photography and promotion strategies. The event started with opening remarks from Emerge’s Marketing Manager Jim Merino, who warmly welcomed the attendees. Merino emphasized the importance of investing in marketing, particularly in digital media. “We are now in the era of a digital-first approach to doing business. Creative skills like photography and business skills like advertising must go hand in hand to ensure your objectives are met using the right tools and mindset,” said Merino. Rachel Jaro of Cimmaroon Photography then took the stage to lead an in-depth discussion about photography basics and best practices. Attendees gained hands-on experience during an interactive product photoshoot demo by the Cimmaroon team. Emerge partnered with Cimmaroon Photography for their excellence in the field. Emerge’s founder and CEO, Mr. Richard Noromor, says, “Their business is a testament to exceptional products and effective digital marketing promotions. The demo was a crucial aspect of the event, enabling workshop attendees to acquire practical skills in product photography.” After a quick break, Mr. Merino returned to teach strategies for effectively promoting products and services on digital platforms. The participants then applied their new photography and promotion skills during a knowledge-testing activity and group presentation. To conclude the event, resource speakers Ms. Jaro, Mr. Adrian Enriquez, and Mr. Merino were presented with certificates of appreciation. When asked about his experience, Mr. Merino said, “As one of the resource speakers, it was thrilling and empowering to engage with the eager participants to learn and use the knowledge they gained for their personal and business goals. This just proves that learning never stops!” The event was the first offline activation of Emerge’s “Unwrap Your Potential” campaign, which aims to share valuable workshops covering different aspects of digital marketing, helping businesses discover their full potential. “Our goal with this masterclass was to empower entrepreneurs by honing their photography skills and digital promotion. We aimed to unlock their potential, enabling success in their businesses through compelling visuals and effective online strategies,” said Mr. Noromor. The “Unwrap Your Potential” campaign is set to continue next year, expanding to different parts of the country. Mr. Noromor added, “ Our next destination is the National Capital Region, where we plan to integrate various topics of omnichannel marketing.” For more information about Emerge and its award-winning digital marketing solutions, you may reach their Revenue Operations team at sa***@*********al.com and discover how Emerge can elevate your business’s digital presence.

Emerge was recognized as the “Most Trusted Diverse Digital Marketing Services Provider” at the 23rd Q Asia’s Quality Excellence Awards. The awards ceremony took place on October 19, 2023, at the Diamond Hotel, where Emerge stood out for its unwavering commitment to excellence. Emerge has earned acclaim for its unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional digital marketing services, building trust with clients, and consistently surpassing expectations in the ever-evolving digital marketing landscape. This award is a testament to Emerge’s commitment to quality, innovation, and client satisfaction. “This recognition has been very valuable part of our success as an agency. An award prove to clients that our campaign ideas really are great and we value the excellence delivery of our solutions. It brings client-agency relationship more strength and trust than ever,” said CEO and founder Mr. Richard Noromor. The award was received by the key individuals behind the success of Emerge: CEO and founder, Mr. Richard Normor; COO & Co-Founder, Ms. Carissa Normor; Marketing Manager, Mr. Jimmar Merino; and Creative Design Lead, Mr. Patrick Lee Orquiola. “Receiving this award was a proud moment for us, proving that our work was doing exactly what we wanted it to do, and helping us achieve the mission and vision of the company,” said by Mr. Richard Noromor. The Q Asia’s Quality Excellence Awards, a highly respected platform in the business and quality excellence community, acknowledges organizations and individuals who have demonstrated exemplary achievements in their respective fields. Criteria for Product and Service Quality excellence include the ability to meet consumer needs, minimize defects, fulfill commitments, maintain high standards, establish trustworthiness, and deliver high value. Award recipients also receive the prestigious Seal of Product and Seal of Quality Service, which acts as symbols to assure consumers that the product or service has not only met rigorous standards of quality but will also meet expectations for customer satisfaction. Mr. Noromor later added, “The Most Trusted Diverse Digital Marketing Services Provider award validates every team members’s work, For us, this award is a huge marker of our success as an agency, and we always look forward to serve more clients in the coming years and elevate the digital marketing industry.” Emerge extends its gratitude to its clients, partners, and the dedicated team that has made this achievement possible. The company remains committed to maintaining excellence and looks forward to continuing to deliver trusted and cutting-edge digital marketing services. For more information about Emerge and its award-winning digital marketing solutions, you may reach their Revenue Operations team at sa***@*********al.com and discover how Emerge can elevate your business’s digital presence.

Emerge’s participation in the 13th Philippine SME Business Expo for the second time on May 5th and 6th, 2023, at SMX Convention Center was a huge success. With the goal of assisting local businesses in the Philippines, the event was highly anticipated by businesses seeking to increase their visibility and create strategic opportunities to showcase their products and services. The Expo served as a platform to support start-ups, entrepreneurs, those planning to build a business, and executives looking for digital solutions, increasing connections and relationships with other business-minded people. Emerge understands the fast-changing Philippine business environment’s digital-forward shift, empowering MSMEs to pursue digitalization, enabling them to compete and surpass large industry businesses by showcasing its service quality in digital-first ready website, creative, media, and insights. Emerge provided its clients with an upper hand in recognizing the latest trends in the new norm of promoting. The team’s sound planning and smooth process allowed to build attraction, pinch the participants’ interest in the event, and create more foot traffic. Its dedication and commitment to its work contributed to the success of its participation in the Expo. Emerge took the opportunity to expand its presence and offer quick digital solutions for impending business problems through on-site consultations. Its team of professionals provided services that resonated with client satisfaction that drove potential leads and conversions. Emerge prides itself on its customer service approach to digitalization, tailored to the digital needs of its clients, prioritizing quality and quantity. It continues to produce fast-paced digital solutions with the goal of making its vision a reality. According to Ms. Nesie Obiado, Emerge’s Sales Team Lead, “PHILSME is the ultimate platform to experience connecting with people, and it is something they should continuously do to be in front of their ideal customer profile (ICP),” which indicates that with such well-executed preparations, it makes this chance of participation became a better way of connecting with their target customers and locate more potential leads in the process. Though with minimal interactions, Emerge advances in bringing out its professionalism and high-end service quality through flyers showcasing the added-bundle exclusive packages catching the interests and attention of the visitors resulting in booking, appointments, and digital consultations.Emerge, a digital-first marketing agency known for its fast-paced digital solutions, will pursue to produce quality services within its partner businesses and future clients. Its practice of consistency and multi-channel presence across digital spaces has extended its assistance to the clients, aiding them with a growing digital marking resolution designed to make brand awareness to the public possible.