‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ global contest by Taiwan—with grand prize of USD 30,000—partners with Anytime Fitness and Growth Circle International, calling for ideas on health & wellness

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Group photo of representatives from Taiwan Excellence and partner institutions: Anytime Fitness and GCI. L-R: Mr. Reymond delos Reyes (Chairman and Founder / Growth Circle International), Mr. Alex Lai (Director / Taiwan Trade Center, Manila), Mr. Mark de Joya (Chief Operating Officer / Anytime Fitness Asia) Ms. Anne Constantino (Senior Vice President for Operations / Anytime Fitness Asia Corporate)]

Taiwan Excellence’s global contest for smart health and fitness solutions partners with the Growth Circle International (GCI) and Anytime Fitness for the nationwide call for entry proposals.

The initiative, titled ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan,’ calls for proposals to improve wellness needs in communities while applying Taiwan products, technologies, or business models. The six global finalists will be given the opportunity to visit Taiwan in an all-expense paid trip, where they will also defend their proposals. The top three global winners will be awarded USD 30,000 each.

‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ Press Conference

In the press conference announcing the partnership, held on July 29 at Anytime Fitness Araneta Quezon City, representatives of each institution were given the opportunity to express their support for the ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ initiative.

 

Mr. Alex Lai, Director of Taiwan Trade Center, Manila, sharing his welcoming remarks and message of appreciation to the partners of the ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ campaign

 

Mr. Alex Lai—Director of Taiwan Trade Center, Manila (TTC)— welcomed everyone to the event with opening remarks and shared a message of appreciation to the supporting partners of the campaign. “On behalf of Taiwan Trade Center, Manila, it is with great pride and thanks that I express my appreciation to Anytime Fitness and Growth Circle International for working with us on the "Go Healthy with Taiwan" campaign. We believe that by working together, we can make a real difference and help more people live better lives, not only here, but around the world.”

 Mr. Mark de Joya, Chief Operating Officer of Anytime Fitness Asia, sharing his supporting message for the ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ campaign

Mr. Mark de Joya—Chief Operating Officer of Anytime Fitness Asia—then spoke on the benefits of entering the proposal contest, noting the one-month free gym membership offered to their member participants. "We, at Anytime Fitness, are proud to support the ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ initiative with Taiwan Excellence. As a brand committed to making healthy happen, we’re excited to offer Filipinos greater access to innovative fitness through Taiwan technology. We encourage Filipinos to join the initiative, that’s why we are giving away one-month of free membership to those who join the ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ proposal contest."

“We’re very grateful to partner with Taiwan Excellence and GCI for the ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ campaign. With this partnership and through this initiative, we will achieve what we are advocating for—a future that is healthier for all,” Ms. Anne Constantino, Senior Vice President for Operations at Anytime Fitness Asia Corporate, shared her message to further express the support of Anytime Fitness for the campaign.

Booth activations of ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ contest, set-up in Anytime Fitness.

 

Mr. Reymond delos Reyes, Chairman and Founder of Growth Circle International, sharing his supporting message for the ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ campaign.

“We believe that empowering Filipinos to improve health in their communities can have a ripple effect, boosting productivity, supporting local businesses, and enhancing quality of life. Campaigns like ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ serve as a catalyst for that kind of progress,” Mr. Reymond delos Reyes —Chairman and Founder of GCI—also shared about the long-lasting impact that initiatives like ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ can have on Filipinos, from community-wide to nationwide.

How To Enter the “Go Healthy with Taiwan” Contest

For easy submission, participants can submit their proposals through the e-form: https://bit.ly/GoHealthyWithTaiwanSubmission. For more information, contact the secretariat of ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan:’ gohealthycontestsecretariat@fireballcomms.com For updates on the contest, follow the Facebook page of Taiwan Excellence PH: https://www.facebook.com/TaiwanExcellence.ph. The deadline for proposals is on August 14, 2025.

Taiwan Excellence invites Filipinos to innovate and collaborate for healthier communities nationwide.

‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ is also supported by: De La Salle University, Ateneo De Manila University, Our Lady of Fatima University, Local Economic and Investment Promotion Office (LEIPO)

About the Organizers

International Trade Administration (TITA), established by Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs, is entrusted with planning trade policies, engaging in international cooperation, and promoting economic agreements. Responsibilities include trade barrier removal, data analysis, import-export administration, and addressing trade disputes. The Administration's comprehensive role spans trade promotion, MICE industry development, and managing commodity classification. It conducts investigations on import relief and anti-dumping cases, addressing diverse facets of international trade, making it a pivotal entity in Taiwan's global economic engagement. https://www.trade.gov.tw/English/

Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is the leading non-profit, semi-governmental trade promotion organization in Taiwan. It was founded in 1970 with the aim of promoting foreign trade, and is jointly sponsored by the government, industry associations, and several commercial organizations. The organization has a well-coordinated trade promotion and information network, which consists of over 1,200 trained specialists stationed throughout its Taipei headquarters and 60 branches worldwide. In conjunction with its sister organizations, the Taiwan Trade Center (TTC) and Taipei World Trade Center (TWTC), TAITRA has created a wealth of trade opportunities through effective promotion strategies. Please visit: www.taitra.org.tw