AXA Philippines Launches the Emma DigiZone in Makati

(L-R) Chief Communications Officer Bernadette Chincuanco, Customer Experience Director Necy Santiago, Customer Channels Director Diane Begaso, Chief Transformation and Technology Officer Caloi Santos, and Chief Human Resources Officer Sharon Hernandez

AXA Philippines, one of the country’s largest and fastest-growing insurance providers, announced the launch of its first Emma DigiZone at the AXA Service Center Makati branch. This new self-service kiosk is designed to make insurance services more accessible and empower customers to manage their policies with greater ease and convenience through the Emma by AXA PH mobile application.

The Emma by AXA PH app is a digital platform that empowers its customers to conveniently manage their insurance policies anytime, anywhere. By introducing the Emma DigiZone within key branches, AXA brings this technology closer to its customers—serving as a direct gateway to self-service features that simplify insurance transactions. Through these zones, AXA aims to improve the experience for customers by making it easier to register or log in to the Emma by AXA app—with on-site Branch Services Specialists (BSS) ready to guide them through the process and help them explore its features.

AXA Philippines helps make insurance accessible, affordable, and relevant for all

For many Filipinos, one financial setback can easily drive them to poverty. This highlights the need for means to protect their finances and livelihood through accessible and affordable ways. AXA Philippines understands the difficulty of living in uncertainty, which is why the insurer has made it part of its mission to make financial security more inclusive  through its insurance products.

Protecting the most vulnerable

The local emerging market for insurance is composed of 50-70% of the working population. These are the people that are most at risk to feel the brunt of financial challenges and would benefit from financial protection the most. Majority come from the low-income to middle-income segment like retail workers and tricycle drivers, sari-sari store owners, teachers, business process outsourcing (BPO) employees, and Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).

Go for worry-free adventures this summer

Travel is back in full swing, and according to the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB), the country’s air passengers quadrupled to 15.93 million for domestic trips alone for the first nine months of 2022, and 6.3 million for international, increasing threefold from 2021.

Bet you also caught the travel bug! Whether you go local or international this summer, it’s always best to be prepared.  Here are tips on how you can plan that well-deserved summer trip: 

AXA PH Tech Chief among top 100 leaders in ASEAN

AXA Philippines Chief Technology and Transformation Officer Carlos “Caloi” Santos was recognized as one of the top 100 tech leaders in ASEAN and Hong Kong by CIO100 2022 during a ceremony at the Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. CIO 100 awards outstanding tech achievements delivered by individuals and organizations alike

AXA Philippines Chief Technology and Transformation Officer Carlos “Caloi” Santos was recently awarded as one of the top 100 tech leaders in ASEAN and Hong Kong by CIO 100 2022 at a special ceremony at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore.

“In these times of rapid change in our customers' needs, we see it fit for technology to adapt,” Santos shares. “This award recognizes how AXA Philippines values and works on its digital transformation, as well as how it leverages its capabilities to provide better service to its customers and be more attuned with their needs."

AXA Philippines partners with Bixie to empower women through insurance

AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance companies, has partnered with online financial literacy platform Bixie to make insurance more accessible to women.

As part of the partnership, AXA Philippines’ micro insurance products will be available via the Bixie app. Those interested to apply will go through a less complicated application process, which is one of the barriers for people to get insurance. The application involves less paperwork, making it easier to purchase insurance and get themselves protected. The partnership is a significant step to make insurance even more accessible to the everyday Filipino, especially women.

AXA Philippines wins Health Insurance Initiative of the Year at Insurance Asia Awards 2022

AXA Philippines, one of the leading insurance providers in the country, recently won Health Insurance Initiative of the Year - Philippines at the Insurance Asia Awards 2022 their latest health insurance offering, Health Care Access. The product stood out among other contenders who were judged based on their level of innovation, effectiveness, impact, and dynamism.

Insurance Asia Awards is a prestigious event by Asian publication Insurance Asia that recognizes insurance firms that successfully navigate around various market challenges whilst keeping clients satisfied and maintaining their revenue. In 2021, AXA also won International General Insurer of the Year (Philippines) and the Mobile App of the Year for their Emma by AXA PH app in the Insurance Asia Awards.

“AXA has long been committed to protecting what matters most to our customers. We always want to be there for them, ready to cater to their needs. When the pandemic struck, the challenge of having access to affordable health protection became more apparent. This is why we wanted to expand our health protection offers to more Filipinos. So in 2021, AXA launched Health Care Access to address this. And the success of this product and the recognition from the Insurance Asia Awards is a testament to its relevance. Furthermore, it inspires us to continue innovating to provide health and financial security solutions to even more Filipinos,” said Gael Lapie, AXA Philippines CEO In-Charge and Chief Financial Officer.

AXA Philippines partners with Cropital to uplift Filipino farmers

Despite being an agricultural country, Filipino farmers still face many challenges. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the top challenges faced by our small-scale farmers are lack of capital, low price of palay or unmilled rice, high cost of inputs, labor problems, lack of postharvest facilities, pest and diseases, and poor irrigation systems^[1].

AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance providers, has partnered with Cropital, a financing and marketing platform for smallholder farmers, to promote inclusive protection and financial literacy. Cropital is a globally recognized organization that aims to support Filipino farmers by helping provide them with a sure market for their produce and giving them access to affordable capital through their Sustainability Fund.

Through this partnership, AXA Philippines has committed to donate a minimum of Php 100,000 to Cropital’s Sustainability Fund, which can provide loan access and capital to farmers from Cropital’s partner communities. AXA Philippines will also be conducting a financial literacy and savings program for more long-term benefits for the partner farmers.

AXA Philippines supports marine environmental education through Emma by AXA

AXA has long been guided by its sustainability pillars centered around climate change and biodiversity, as well as inclusive protection. In the Philippines, the company has partnered with numerous groups and causes that share the same advocacy. This August, AXA Philippines is partnering with Oceanus Conservation, a science-based non-profit environmental organization focusing on the conservation and restoration of blue carbon habitats in the Philippines, to promote ocean literacy to Filipino children.

Being an archipelago, the Philippines has a rich biodiversity. However, access to marine environmental education remains limited around the country. Oceanus aims to invest in the future of Filipinos through marine environmental education in local communities and marine-field programs that promote better appreciation of the country’s marine life. Recently, they launched their second educational children’s storybook, “Ocean Adventures with Cory,” that shines a light on the impact of climate change on coral reefs.

Mistakes to avoid when buying a car insurance

As the world starts to open up, Filipinos are now enjoying more mobility – more people are returning to onsite work, traveling to provinces, and visiting their hometowns, among others. This means that more people are spending time on the road again more often. Total car sales also reached 292,842 units in 2021, an increase from the 244,274 units sold in 2020, according to the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) and Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors Inc. (AVID).

Buying a vehicle is a huge investment, and one that you need to protect. One way to do this is by having a reliable insurance product that protects your vehicle as well your loved ones from harm and third party liabilities. It will also have more financial benefits for you in the long run, and with the recent oil price hikes, we don’t want to add more unnecessary expenses.

If you are considering buying a car soon or renewing your insurance policy, AXA Philippines Retail Propositions Senior Segment Manager for AXA Car Insurance OT Monzon shares some common mistakes to watch out for when choosing a car insurance:

AXA Philippines commemorates IDAHOBIT in support of the LGBTQIA+ community

As a company that values diversity and inclusion as a strong and integral part of its culture, AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance providers, held a panel discussion with its employees to celebrate the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) this year with the theme, “Our Bodies, Our Rights, Our Lives.” This is in time for Pride Month and in line with AXA’s continued commitment to fight for the rights of the LGBTQIA+ community by standing up and speaking out against hate, discrimination, and violence.

On May 17, 1990, the World Health Organization declassified homosexuality as a mental disorder and recognized it as a natural variant of human sexuality. This milestone now marks an annual celebration of sexual and gender diversity, known as the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), which helps educate people and raise awareness for the work still needed to combat discrimination against the LGBTQIA+ community.

AXA Philippines and GrowSari offer free insurance to sari-sari store owners

AXA Philippines and GrowSari representatives during the memorandum of agreement signing. The partnership will offer free life insurance and a Daily Hospital Income benefit for Gold members of GrowSari’s Loyalty Program.

Many small businesses like sari-sari stores are constantly at risk of encountering financial challenges. According to the World Bank, at least 81 percent of informal retailers like sari-sari stores suffered job losses at the height of the pandemic in 2020. With a relatively small capital, which they use to sustain daily operations, these micro enterprises are badly affected when the owner gets sick or hospitalized, especially when this is their main source of income.

AXA supports Save the Children Philippines for IWD

 

AXA Philippines marketing communications director Laura Del Rosario (left) turning over check donation to Save the Children senior manager for corporate partnerships Natalia Tabal.

In celebration of International Women’s Day, AXA donated USD5,000 to Save the Children Philippines as part of its pledge in a recent social media promotion that encouraged people to show their support and take part in the worldwide Break the Bias campaign. Save the Children, the world’s leading independent children’s organization, has been working in the Philippines for over four decades and is dedicated to helping children.

The promo also highlights AXA‘s partnership with Filipino-Japanese professional golfer and 2021 US Women’s Open champion Yuka Saso, who resonates with the brand’s “Know You Can” message, which underscores the brand’s continuing support for women in sports. This is rooted in the understanding that confidence is essential for people to achieve their goals.

How good oral hygiene can help prevent critical illnesses

Brushing and flossing regularly are essential in maintaining good oral health.

With all the health-related matters we need to juggle during this time, dental concerns often take the backseat. However, good oral hygiene should never be neglected because, aside from preventing cavities, periodontal disease, and tooth loss, it also helps protect us from serious health conditions later on, such as heart disease.

While it may be difficult to see the link between bad oral health and our overall health, researchers have discovered that there is a connection between declining oral health and underlying systematic conditions. According to the Mayo Clinic, your oral health may contribute to various diseases and conditions, such as endocarditis, cardiovascular disease, pregnancy and birth complications, as well as pneumonia. Practicing good oral hygiene is a key step that can help prevent these illnesses linked with dental health.

AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance providers, reminds us that the age-old wisdom on oral care, along with some new technological methods, are still as effective as ever, and offers these tips to protect your oral health:

Understanding the bigger picture of responsible investing

AXA Philippines, in partnership with the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) recently organized the “Road to Net-Zero: The look inside China’s quest to champion climate action” forum, hosted and moderated by Zaid Alrifai, Head of Architas Asia. Architas is a global asset manager under the AXA Group that manages investments on behalf of institutional and retail clients. This is the last installment of a three-part webinar series that advocates responsible investing.

During this Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) webinar, Aidan Yao, Senior Emerging Asia Economist of AXA Investment Managers (AXA IM) talked about how achieving the Paris Accord’s aim for carbon-neutrality can be a challenge without the immediate action of countries with high carbon dioxide emissions.

AXA Asia and Africa Sponsors LPGA Golfer Yuka Saso, Winner of US Women’s Open 2021

 

Partnership grounded in shared belief in confidence
as the foundation of success

AXA Asia and Africa today announced its partnership with Japanese-Filipina professional golfer Yuka Saso, winner of the 2021 US Women’s Open (USWO) and currently ranked #8 in the world. This marks the first time the brand has partnered with an Asian sports champion at the regional level.

The partnership was inspired by Yuka’s embodiment of AXA’s brand signature, “Know You Can”, which is rooted in the understanding that confidence is essential for people to successfully achieve their goals. She attracted global attention with her win at The Olympic Club in June of this year, tied for the recognition of being the youngest USWO champion of all time. The sponsorship also underlines AXA Asia and Africa’s commitment to celebrating women in sports, helping to support the development of Yuka’s career while raising awareness of gender inclusion through her inspiring story.

6 tips to keep you protected in your day-to-day life

Being able to defend yourself in any scenario may increase your self-esteem and provide a much-needed sense of security.

Even in today’s modern world, we’re still constantly surrounded by dangers and threats to our safety – these can happen to anyone and usually when we least expect it. While we tend to focus on the more obvious or larger-scale threats to our safety, we must not forget the day-to-day dangers that we must continue protecting ourselves from. Being able to protect yourself from looming dangers in any situation can be both a confidence booster and a welcome reassurance to your overall well-being.

AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance providers, suggests these six tips you can practice to help you protect yourself better daily.

A game-changing opportunity for tech-forward professionals with AXA Prime

 

AXA Prime members will have their own personalized micro websites to fully broaden their reach in the insurance market.

The pandemic has led businesses and consumers to embrace digital transformation, creating potential opportunities for professionals in the tech world. For those who are looking to make great strides in their career, it’s important to work with the best digital innovations, find a supportive work culture, and have a purpose in mind.

If you have found yourself in need of a career boost with the desire to help other people, AXA, one of the country’s leading insurance providers, launches AXA Prime, an elite program to help professionals become the next generation of confident and empowered financial advisors and leaders.

AXA advocates responsible investing

 

Responsible investing is a strategy and practice of incorporating environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors in one's investment decisions. It can yield better results in the long run, not just for the investor, but also for the community at large.

One of the companies that believes this is AXA, a leading global insurance brand. In recent years, the insurance company has developed a philosophy of ‘responsible investing is also good investing’ as part of its efforts to mitigate the effects of climate change.

The benefits of responsible investing were covered in “From All in to All Clean,” a recent webinar organized by AXA in partnership with the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP). The webinar featured the Chief Investment Officers of AXA’s global asset managers, AXA Investment Managers (AXA IM) and Architas, who shared their experience in transitioning to a responsible investment approach and the environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors they consider in their manager and fund selection process.

Pandemic derailed your life goals? Here’s how to get back on track

The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us that the unexpected can happen anytime. When they do, it helps to have an insurance plan that can minimize the impact of unforeseen circumstances and help you stay on track with your life goals.

AXA Philippines, one of the country’s leading insurance providers, helps Filipinos avail of a reliable and affordable insurance coverage with AXA MyLifeChoice, a flexible insurance and investment plan that caters to the policyholders’ individual needs.

The product allows customers to keep moving forward with their life goals with the guidance of AXA’s financial partners who can help them design a plan based on one’s individual goals and priorities ─ whether that may be health, education, income protection, or big purchases.

Tips to protect yourself and your family from dengue

Rainy season is here and with it comes a higher risk of being infected with dengue, which is mainly transmitted by a mosquito called Aedesaegypti and is common in many tropical countries like the Philippines. In 2019, the Department of Health (DOH) declared a national dengue epidemic when the recorded cases from January to July 2019 reached 146,062. 

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), dengue is a viral infection causing a severe flu-like illness and sometimes even a potentially lethal complication. This complication may cause plasma leaking that may lead to shock or respiratory distress from fluid accumulation, severe bleeding, and even severe organ impairment and death. 

Here are some tips on how you can protect yourself and your loved ones from getting infected with dengue, according to the Department of Health: