Brand builder

HOME HELPERS Left photo shows Gunal (far left) with celebrity host Anna Escalona (second from right), Beko Philippines’ Cecil Placia (second from left) and Dyeun Zapanta during the Eat Like A Pro event. Right photo shows some Beko products: (clockwise, from top) frontload washing machine, vaccum cleaner and freestanding cooker. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS

Gunal admits that the local market presents a steep learning curve. His goals include establishing a proper, well-operating and lean subsidiary; creating brand awareness; and negotiating reasonable and considerable market share.