SM Malls Top Taxpayers in Key Cities

SM Prime Holdings was cited as a top taxpayer in key cities like Mandaluyong, Naga, Valenzuela, and Antipolo. The awards are given in recognition to the SM Mall group as being a partner in the city's progress and development. Through its taxes, SM is able to help the whole City in order to create more jobs, businesses and other opportunities that uplift the city’s economic growth

The City Government of Mandaluyong honored SM Megamall with the Top Taxpayer Award for carrying out its various developmental agenda, advocacies and pro-people initiatives towards sustainable progress recently at the Wack-Wack Golf & Country Club.

The SM Group of Companies also topped Naga's list of corporate national taxpayers for the second straight year. Another recognition was also given to SM Prime Holdings in the Real Property Tax category for corporations.

SM Supercenter Valenzuela was honored with the Valenzuela City Top Taxpayer Award for Medium Enterprise for 2011 by the Mayor’s Office during the celebration of the 14th charter day anniversary at the Museo Valenzuela.

SM City Valenzuela has been cited as the Top Taxpayer for the fifth year in a row. “SM City Valenzuela has been very generous in terms of giving their time and effort to help us with our employment project,” Mayor Sherwin Gatchalian states. He also adds, “They’ve been constantly paying the right taxes, and that means a lot to the city.”

Antipolo City commemorates their 4th year Golden Tipolo Awards on April 11, 2012, at the Sumulong Park. Topping this award was SM City Masinag, on the other hand, who was awarded as the Top Business Taxpayer for 2011 during the 4th year of the Golden Tipolo Awards. Cristina Agbunang SAVP for SM Investments Corp, Ms. Johanna Melissa Rupisan ROM for Central 3 Region and Engr. Rejin Cruz Mall Manager of SM City Masinag.

SM CITY MARILAO PAYS TRIBUTE TO WHITNEY HOUSTON.

Tribute to the late Whitney Houston isn’t just for Grammys. SM City Marilao joins the world in the remembering the iconic and legendary singer through a wall of freedom located at the center atrium. Fans can share their thoughts, write and bid their last farewell to the artist who inspired generations of singers. Her remarkable voice will surely be in our hearts as one moment in time we will never forget. Farewell Whitney, we will always love you.

LOADS OF LOVE AT SM CITY MARILAO

Spread the love and make SM City Marilao your romantic getaway. The premiere lifestyle destination in the heart of Bulacan brings “loads of love” to spice up your valentines with friends, family, and significant other.

• IT’S A LOVE THING VALENTINE TREAT (PART 2). Delight your valentine on February 14 to a sumptuous candlelight dinner in an elegant and cozy atmosphere for only P499. Package includes mouth-watering dinner and movie cards for two. Early bird couples will get gift certificates from any of our sponsors and a photo souvenir capturing the glitz of the moment.

• COSPLAY. Your favorite anime on comic book and video game comes to life on February 11. See live action as cosplayers entertain you with their popular Japsong and costume interpretation.

• SHARE YOUR LOVE and say it with SM Cares Bears. The limited edition of Cares Bears is the perfect way to give your special someone a hug this Valentine’s Day. Purchase this limited edition for only P200 at the malls’ atrium until February 14. Because love speaks in volume, for every Cares Bear you buy, we’ll donate one to the orphaned kid in charitable institutions nationwide. So make your valentines more meaningful by extending a little kindness through SM CARES BEARS.

 • DEAR LOVE. Rose are red and violets are blue...Surprise your love one by saying “I LOVE YOU”. Let SM Food Court express your true feelings on February 11-14. Thank your wonderful family, trick your friends, or propose to your girl -- make it a moment that will not be forgotten. Post your messages and let love rule the day!

• TWISTED LOVE. Remember your very first balloon, floating and ascending in the air… the one that still hovers in your memory that signals joy and celebration? Just like your first magic balloon, SM Storyland brings the fun and love in the air! Twist, turn and create your very own love balloon.

• YOUR SONG. What song do you want to hear? Send in your request and we’ll play your most requested song and let your dedication be heard at SM City Marilao’s Food Court.

 • KISS ME. It's that time of the year when everyone falls head over heels in love and what better way to celebrate it than by capping the day with your favorite movie and a kiss mark tattoo only at SM Cinema. Love is in the air with all these Valentine’s booths. Be sure to check out these season long great happenings from February 11 - 14 at SM City Marilao! Because it is where love begins.

SM recognized as top taxpayer in Valenzuela City

Valenzuela’s Premiere Mall SM Supercenter was recognized as one of the top taxpayers for 2011. Out of 11,277 registered businesses, SM was among the 20 companies that the City Government honored during the celebration of the 14th charter bay anniversary at Museo Valenzuela.

This year’s top tax payer- awardees included notable companies such as Manila Electric Company, Maynilad Water Services Inc., Filipino Metals Corporation and Splash Corporation.

Awarding the Top Taxpayers of 2011 in three categories for small, medium and large enterprise, SM Prime Holdings Inc., top the taxpayer award under medium enterprise and the 1st top job provider. “We are delighted to be recognized as a top economic contributor in Valenzuela City. It is inspiring to know that we were able to significantly contribute to the city’s progress as an employer and a taxpayer,” said Mall Manager Hazel Reyes.

For the past five years, SM Supercenter played an important role in creating business opportunities and jobs in Valenzuela. Overall, 3,795 jobs were provided. SM also leaded the list of top taxpayers for 2011 with a total payment of P9,136,743 in income taxes. Mayor Sherwin T. Gachalian, Department of Labor and Employment Secretary Rosalinda Dimapilis-Baldos and Congressman Rex Gatchalian handed the awards to SM Prime Holdings Inc.

Mayor WIN commended companies like SM for being a role model as tax payer and in creating business and job opportunities as well.

Ms. Hazel Reyes added, “We will continue to support the local government of Valenzuela in its endeavor to help improve the lives of Valenzuelanos. It is our philosophy to serve the communities that we are a part of.”

Currently, SM has 42 branches nationwide including the newly opened SM branch in Olonggapo City. Other malls of the SM Prime Holdings Inc. in Central Luzon are in Marilao and Baliwag in Bulacan.

BE THE NEXT LUCKY WINNER OF SM INSTANT SHOPPING SPREE

Calling all shopaholics! We got great news! Because we know what you want, we bring you the latest and most sought after shopping news only at SM City Marilao.

                Get a chance to win up to 7 million pesos worth of shopping money for any P5,000 single receipt purchase with Mastercard at SM Department Store.   Simply scratch a card to reveal instant shopping spree.   Over thousands worth of SM gift pass were given away to four lucky winners in Marilao. Likewise, big-time winner Ms. Ma. Gladys D. Conferido, owner of wellness salon in Bulacan, won a total of P50, 000 worth of SM Gift pass last January 16.

So hurry and present your receipts to claim your scratch cards from any redemption booth of SM Department Store in Marilao. Don’t miss this amazing offer! Who knows… you might be the next lucky winner of fabulous shopping spree. Promo runs until March 31, 2012.