Michael Breen steps in as Managing Director for Ford Philippines

Ford Motor Company has announced the appointment of Michael “Mike” Breen as managing director, Ford Philippines, effective June 1. Breen is currently managing director, Ford Asia Pacific Direct Markets (APDM). Breen will relocate to Manila and will report directly to Yukontorn ‘Vickie’ Wisadkosin, president, Ford ASEAN.

In his new role, Breen will be responsible for continuing to drive Ford’s momentum in the Philippines, including sustaining the success of its vehicle lineup and further enhancing the ownership and aftersales experience for Ford customers.

“Mike brings with him a wealth of experience gained from close to three decades of working in Ford markets all over the world. As APDM country lead complemented by his extensive expertise in dealer relations, marketing, and sales operations, I am confident that Mike’s leadership in the Philippines, together with our dealer partners, will help us improve customer experience to further grow the Ford brand in the market,” said Wisadkosin.

In his present role which he assumed in 2019, Breen leads a team that supports distributors across 25 countries working around various product requirements and customer engagement initiatives. Under his leadership as managing director, he supported distributors to grow Ford’s presence in selected markets by introducing new products which led to a 15 percent increase in volume and 5.6 points improvement in market share.

He joined Ford in 1993 as a customer service representative in Ford North America, climbing up the ranks while performing various marketing and sales roles. As Brand Content and Alliance Manager, Breen led the launch and execution of a groundbreaking partnership with Home Shopping Network which helped increase leads and sales as well as improved overall perception of the Ford brand.

In 2016, he was appointed Truck and SUV Launch Manager in Ford Asia Pacific based in Shanghai, China where he facilitated the integration among teams in Marketing Communications, Media Communications, Truck, and various Asia Pacific markets to support the launch of the Ranger Raptor in 2018. In 2018, he moved to Bangkok, Thailand as Marketing Communications Launch Manager, Ford Asia Pacific Operations.

Breen earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Communications from Oakland University in 1991.

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7 gadgets to help you stay fit even at home

04/03/2021

Now more than ever, exercising should be one activity that we should always have time for. Not only does exercising help keep us healthy and less prone to sickness, but it’s also a great mood booster! So to help and make sure you squeeze in a bit of personal time to move and sweat, here are some hand-picked gadgets.

Smart Yoga Mat

This is a smart timing yoga mat so you don’t always have to rely on your smartphone or smartwatch while doing your exercises. It’s 185cm long and includes a mobile phone or a tablet holder. Apart from its built-in timer, it has a double-sided non-slip design, and the material used is made of TPE known for its soft cushion and durability. It’s available in Black+Gray, and Purple+Pink colors.

Smart Weighing Scale

Xiaomi Mi Scale 2 is a smart weighing scale that comes with an ideal weight test function that adjusts to your most suitable weight according to your BMI and age. It has an ultra-precise measurement of weight with a 100g precision. It can measure from 100g to 150kg range. This smart weighing scale supports Bluetooth 5.0 technology with low energy consumption with fast and stable transmission speed.

It also supports up to 16 users with automatic recognition, and can synchronize the results with your phone through Mi Fit sports — an app that can track your progress, goals, and records the data to track your fitness and health status. It can also be connected to the Mi Band 5 smart watch.

Smartwatch

The realme Watch S is a Bluetooth 5.0 smartwatch, with a 1.33-inch touchscreen display, IP68 water and dust resistance, and features real-time heart rate and blood-oxygen level monitor. This affordable smartwatch has a 15-day battery life with 16 sports mode that includes indoor run and yoga. It also has 100+ stylish watch faces to match your style and mood and is compatible with your Android 5.0 smartphones.

For other options, you may also check this reliable Garmin smartwatch.

Wireless Headphones

The Huawei Freelace Pro is a tried and tested device that delivers needed features with no fuss. It comes with a durable design that can withstand the daily grind of working out and active noise cancellation to block out external noises.

It has large 14.2mm drivers that produce great audio and even comes with low-latency mode in case you use it for gaming afterward. It also claims a 24-hour battery life which comes in handy so you don’t have to keep on charging the device after every workout session. For alternatives, you may check out Wiresto Sports wireless earbuds.

Smart Jump Rope

This smart jump rope keeps track of your workout through its big LED screen. It shows a timer, calories burned, and a jump counter. Having this tracker, you can adjust your workout to achieve better results. Also, you can set either a time reminder or a jump count reminder to get your targeted results. It supports two modes: Rope Jump and Cordless Jump.

Adjustable Dumbbells

When you don’t have the floor space to give up to ordinary dumbbells, Edge Houseware’s adjustable dumbbells offer a smarter solution by putting them all in a single set. Each dumbbell adjustment lets you quickly switch from one exercise to the next. This way, you could eliminate the need for multiple dumbbells cluttering your space.

Claiming that it doesn’t hurt the floor or your hands, these dumbbells are designed to be dropped with less wear and tear on the bell itself, and on your flooring. It is simple and easy to set up and is ideal equipment for bodybuilding and weight lifting.

 

Muscle Massage Gun

How about a much relaxing cooldown or pamper time after doing a proper workout? You may feel sore and stretched but the Bavin MA01 will be there to your muscles’ rescue. This amazing tool is a piece of handy professional massage equipment that can help reduce muscle stiffness, relieves soreness, and rejuvenates your body quickly.

This therapeutic device eases your aching muscles from your shoulders down to your thighs. After tackling your pain, it can also help you relax before going to bed. This mini massage gun comes with four massage head attachments with four-level vibration modes.

Final Thoughts

With our current situation in this quarantine and gym restrictions, we should not be hindered from exercising and keeping our bodies healthy. We can do simple body workout routines even in the comfort of our homes with all these simple and accessible workout accessories.

Do you have other suggested equipment and accessories in setting up a fitness center at home? Let us know in the comment section!

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