To launch its new and more powerful Lifestyle Plans, Globe Platinum has chosen Bjorn Pardo, the founder and CEO of Xend, an e-commerce logistics company, to join its roster of brand ambassadors.
Considered as an e-commerce innovator, Bjorn started out as an online e-Bay seller, experiencing the same difficulties every Filipino supplier had in shipping and delivering items to buyers around the world. To address the problem of logistics, he saw the opportunity to create business solutions that would help sellers become more efficient, reducing time wasted on menial tasks and allowing more hours to focus on the business itself, as well as family.
Bjorn put up Xend in 2004, initially as an international logistics and courier service, and eventually introducing domestic courier services in 2006. Online sellers and business owners don’t need to leave their homes or offices, as Xend can pick up, pack, and deliver items from Manila to 230 countries worldwide.
The company is a hybrid of logistics and eCommerce, providing business solutions for the whole value chain. Specifically designed for e-commerce, it’s fully online, includes free delivery insurance, and is up to 60% less than other courier services.
Aside from signing up that two hundred thousandth shipper, Bjorn shares that they delivered their 5-millionth parcel last year. Next steps are also in place. “We are planning to turn the industry on its head again later this year by operationalizing our entrepreneur database and converting this into Xend outlets or “Neighborhood Partners”. This is aligned with our mission of servicing our entrepreneur base and giving them opportunities to earn more. The program amplifies that, so it’s truly win-win for everyone,” he points out.
Bjorn’s entrepreneurial vision is largely motivated by his passion for his family. To achieve work-life balance, he needs to stay connected, “And I’ve found Globe Platinum to be a key partner in enabling me to do that. It’s perfect, it makes sense. I can’t live without my phone. The Platinum Lifestyle Plan that I have covers everything I need.”
The new and more powerful Globe Platinum Lifestyle Plans ensure that its customers are well-connected to what matters to them—from their loved ones, their passions, and what they need in their professions. Most significant for Bjorn are its roaming features. “I need to be in touch and accessible to my team no matter where I am, so it’s of utmost importance. I keep in touch with my team through email and chat, and having consumable roaming and rich mobile data allocation puts my mind at ease.” A huge plus is having 24/7 access to an international concierge, access to airport lounges around the world, exclusive hotel discounts, and even a personal shopper abroad.
Marketing Brand Director Kaisie Del Carmen says, “It’s our commitment to ensure that our customers, get to live their modern lifestyles in today’s digital setting. From our best-in-class Platinum Lifestyle Plans with the richest mobile allocation to the best content partners, and even the enhanced perks, privileges, and service, you are assured that you receive the signature customer experience we’re known for.”
Living in such fast-paced, exciting times where inspiration can strike anytime, anywhere, push us to create, innovate, and succeed. In true fashion that speaks of its signature premium customer service and best-in-class offers, Globe Platinum is taking on the role of enabling customers to constantly connect with what inspires them, and share this with peers and communities, initiating a culture of inspiration that leads to the path of success.
To discover the inspiring world of Globe Platinum, visit www.globe.com.ph/platinum.
