October 2010

Available online at www.Lopezlink.ph All eyes on Asian Eye IT could have been a scene during sale weekend at the mall for all Research Institute. The world-renowned ophthalmologist also hap- the hustle and bustle. Nurses and support staff flitted in and out of pened to be a Filipino who devoted a lot of his time to helping the the examination rooms. Practically every bit of space in the waiting poor in his native country through various charitable undertakings. area was taken up, the patients and their companions either skim- OML and Dr. Tolentino realized the need for a “center of ex- ming through magazines or watching an adventure program on cellence in eye care in the ” and, in short order, buckled the TV along one wall. The ladies at the reception juggled phone down to the nitty-gritty of realizing their vision. calls and actual patients, while the guard shepherded even more Back in , OML enlisted the participation of business’ visitors through the door. leading lights, including the Phinma Group of Ambassador Ra- This was the scene at the ninth floor facility of Asian Eye Institute mon del Rosario, Ambassador Alfonso Yuchengco, Jaime Zobel de P-Noy in TFC townhall at the Phinma Plaza, . On a regular day, doctors and Ayala, Manuel V. Pangilinan and Washington Sycip. Also among staff attend to some 150 patients, although the number of people ac- the institutional stakeholders are Lopez Group companies ABS- meeting …page 2 tually on the premises is sometimes as much as double this. CBN Corporation, First Philippine Industrial Corporation and The chain of events that led to the establishment of Asian Eye First Philippine Holdings Corporation; Meralco; Rustan Market- started in the US in the 1990s. For about a decade, then Lopez ing Corporation; and Sumitomo Corporation. Group chairman Oscar M. Lopez (OML) had regularly made the Meanwhile, in the US, Dr. Tolentino, who later became the trip to Boston, Massachusetts to have his glaucoma treated. There founding president of Asian Eye, gathered a core team of seven he met Dr. Felipe I. Tolentino, a member of the Harvard Medical Harvard Medical School-trained Filipino ophthalmologists. School faculty and senior clinical scientist at Harvard’s Schepens Eye Turn to page 6

FPSC inducted into Palladium Hall of Fame …page 2

Wild over Zaijian in ‘Noah’…page 5 Asian Eye specialist Dr. Pik Sha Chan-Uy measures the degree of eye deviation of a pedia patient. Just last month, Asian Eye introduced pediatric optometry, complementing its pediatric ophthalmology service.  Lopezlink October 2010 OFWs remain country’s bright hope OVERSEAS Filipino workers the Five-Year Strategic and An- skills training so that we can meet build the infrastructure that will (OFWs) remain the country’s nual Budget Planning process of the high demand for workers in make our destinations accessible, bright hope amid the threat of a the Lopez Group. the BPO sector,” he said. even as simple as online booking double dip recession in the global OFW remittances grew to Fung said focusing on high val- of plane tickets and accommoda- economy. $17.35 billion in 2009 from ue-added BPOs can differentiate tions,” he said. Enoch Fung, an economist and $16.43B in 2008 and $14.45 in the Philippines from competi- “Except for Singapore and executive director of the Goldman 2007. tors in the region such as India Macau, there has not been much Sachs Economic Research Team, Remittances continue to rise and Malaysia, which both have build-up in tourism infrastruc- said OFWs quickly moved up the Secretary a large English-speaking popula- ture in all of Asia in recent years. value chain in the last five years to of the Presidential Communica- tion. Shenzhen in China is also This is an area of opportunity become more competitive, secure tions Development and Strate- positioning as a BPO for Hong because employment in tourism high-value add jobs and end up gic Planning Office, speaking at Kong which has requirements for spreads across the entire labor less affected by the massive lay- the same briefing, affirmed that Mandarin-speaking staff. market—counting low-end to offs resulting from a slower world OFW remittances continue to Both Fung and Carandang high-end jobs,” said Fung. economy. As a result, revenues rise and are at record levels at mentioned tourism as a relatively Lopez Group comptroller from remittances continued to $9.06B for January to June 2010, robust area deserving the atten- Pearl Catahan organized the grow even during the height of up 6.87% from $8.48B in the tion of investors. economic and political brief- the US recession, together with same period in 2009. RP’s key competitive edge ing moderated by Danny Gozo, Lopezes join ‘P-Noy’ revenues from business process In addition, Carandang said Carandang said the Aquino head of Group Public Relations outsource (BPO) providers. the government is encouraging administration recognized tour- of Lopez Holdings Corporation. “The Philippines continues the establishment of BPOs out- ism as a key competitive edge Lopez Group chairman emeri- biz delegation to US to have the highest quality labor side . “But there is of the Philippines. “Tourism is tus Oscar M. Lopez led over 100 LOPEZ Group chairman people led by Finance Sec. Cesar force in the region,” Fung said at a bottleneck in terms of skills and labor-intensive and can spread senior executives and corporate emeritus Oscar M. Lopez and Purisima, Trade and Industry the September 3 economic and we are focusing on raising the prosperity outward to rural areas, planning officers who joined the ABS-CBN chairman Eugenio Sec. , Foreign political briefing that kicked off level of education and technical to all the provinces. We need to forum. (Carla Paras-Sison) Lopez III were among the 34 Affairs Sec. and top-caliber business leaders Energy Sec. Rene Almendras. who accompanied Pres. Noynoy Meanwhile, Lopez Group FPSC: A winning story of strategy execution Aquino III in his working visit chairman Manuel M. Lopez to the on Sep- was among the delegation that FIRST Philec Solar Corpora- Dan Lachica and First Philec nize high-performing organiza- “We implemented the Kaplan- tember 20-27, 2010. welcomed the President during tion (FPSC) was one of the and FPSC representatives ac- tions that use the Kaplan-Nor- Norton approach to map, execute OML and EL3 were part the “townhall meeting” in the seven organizations inducted cepted the award from Dr. David ton strategy management system and measure our strategy,” Dr. of the President’s 34-person TFC studio in California on into the Palladium Balanced Norton, founder and director of based on the Balanced Scorecard Lachica said. “The FPSC story business delegation, which September 26. It was aired live Scorecard Hall of Fame for Ex- Palladium Group, and Matthew (BSC) to become strategy fo- is one for the record books—we also included Philippine Long over ANC on the morning of ecuting Strategy during the 2010 Tice, managing director of Pal- cused, execute their strategies are probably one of the first or- Distance Telephone Co. chair- September 27. Palladium APAC Summit at the ladium Group Asia Pacific. and achieve breakthrough per- ganizations to adopt the BSC at man Manuel V. Pangilinan, San Moderated by Gel Santos-Re- Sofitel Philippine Plaza on Sep- FPSC now holds the distinc- formance results. The award is inception, radically improving the Miguel Corp. president Ramon los, “Global P-Noy: Townhall sa tember 22-23, 2010. tion of being the first private recognized worldwide as the way we do things and helping us Ang and Ayala Corp.’s Jaime TFC” was the first news live spe- FPSC now holds the distinc- company in the Philippines to gold standard of strategic perfor- in record time to become a global Augusto Zobel de Ayala. cial totally produced out of Ma- tion of being the first private receive this recognition. mance management. leader in the solar industry.” According to the President’s nila. It linked Pres. Aquino to the company in the Philippines to The Palladium Group At the start of its operations, He thanked the FPSC team, spokesman, , Filipino communities in various receive this recognition. launched the Palladium Bal- FPSC adopted the BSC to en- the Lopez Group, SunPower, the business delegation will parts of the US as well as Canada, First Philippine Holdings anced Scorecard Hall of Fame sure focus and alignment in Drs. Norton and Kaplan, and bring home investments and Dubai, Japan and the United Corporation chairman Federico for Executing Strategy program meeting target growth projec- God in empowering FPSC to jobs from the States. He added Kingdom. At the same time, on- R. Lopez, FPSC president Dr. 10 years ago to publicly recog- tions and gaining market share receive the recognition. that the group shouldered their line audiences in the Philippines against Chinese and “When we started First Philec own expenses on the trip. and elsewhere were able to keep Japanese competitors. Solar a little over two years ago, The official delegation from abreast of the meeting over abs- Scorecards were cas- it was not really a green field, but government was made up of 55 cbnnews.com and TFCnow! caded to the individual more like a ‘green mountain’ proj- employee level. In just ect. We had to level mountains two years, the company and take on the quest to start up Bayad Center partners delivered its first com- a company. At the time, we were mercial wafers ahead so new, greenhorns in the wafer of schedule, increased slicing business. What we have is with Davao Light revenue 19%, became the backing of the Lopez Group, TO provide convenience to elec- nationwide, accepts payments profitable in its first our experience in manufacturing, tric bill payers in Davao, CIS Bay- for over 160 brands covering full year of operation, and the knowledge of the Bal- ad Center Inc. (CBCI) and Davao Meralco, Bayan, SKYCable and FPHC chairman Federico R. Lopez at far right with (r-l) FPSC manufacturing increased its customer anced Scorecard. This award is Light and Power Company have Internet, ABS-CBN Interactive, manager Ronald Catignas, HR manager Lanie Gomos, OSM head Camille Gar- base, and beat their the cap of the tremendous efforts sealed a collection partnership. PLDT, Smart, Maynilad, SSS, gantiel, First Philec OSM VP Gemma Roque, Palladium Group founder and director employee satisfaction of our team,” Dr. Lachica said. The partnership enables Bayad NSO, National Home Mort- Dr. David Norton and FPSC president Dr. Dan Lachica target by 27%. (Camille Gargantiel) Center to accept individual, cor- gage Finance Corporation, elec- porate and government current tric and water utilities, internet, and overdue electric bill pay- cable TV, cellphones, landlines ments in its accredited RCPI/ and insurance, among others. First Gen eyes BG stake in power plants USSC and Villarica Pawnshop Bayad Center now accepts pay- FIRST Gen Corporation start- funds will “cover the company’s should it go through with the is the country’s biggest inde- branches for cash collection, and ments for PhilHealth as well. ed a road show in the US in Sep- $300 million convertible bonds divestment. pendent power producer with in its accredited eBiz branches In March 25, 2008, the People tember ahead of plans to bid for due February 2011.” The natural gas-fired Santa Rita more than 2,000 megawatts and Robinsons Supermarket for Management Association of the British Gas’s stake in the 1,000- British Gas, which has al- and San Lorenzo power plants are in its portfolio. Aside from the cash and check collections all Philippines and the UK-based IiP MW Santa Rita and 500-MW ready divested some of its assets considered the most efficient ones Santa Rita and San Lorenzo over the Davao region. Quality Centre awarded CBCI San Lorenzo power plants. abroad, is looking to unload its in the grid. They supply plants, it also owns a controlling CIS Bayad Center, the trail- the Investor in People certifica- At the same time, the com- stake in the power plants. First power to Meralco, the country’s stake in Energy Development blazer and market leader in the tion as a company that nurtures pany plans to use the proceeds Gen currently owns a control- largest distribution utility. Corporation, is the world’s sec- payment collection business the development of its employees from the fundraising to pay off ling stake with 60% and has First Gen, the power gener- ond largest geothermal energy since 1997 through its over 1,400 side by side with its corporate dollar-denominated debts. The first dibs on the UK firm’s share ating unit of the Lopez Group, producer. Bayad Center branches located growth. (Joel Aurellano)  Lopezlink October 2010

L-R: EDC SVP Agnes Lopez Holdings signs de Jesus, DOE Secretary , PSALM OIC Atty. payment scheme Ma. Luz Caminero, LOPEZ Holdings Corporation signed in late September a debt NPC president Froilan Tampinco, EDC chair- repayment scheme with a local bank. man and CEO Federico In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, the company R. Lopez, former EDC said the acceptance deal it signed with UnionBank of the Philip- vice chair Paul Aquino, pines was for the “settlement of the 19.93 million Eurobonds held and EDC directors John by the bank in accordance with the Dec. 19, 2008 term sheet circu- Russell, Giles Puno and lated to creditors.” Ernesto Pantangco. Under the scheme, Lopez Holdings will conduct a bullet repay- ment of the principal amount in 12 and a half years at an interest rate of 4% per annum gross of final tax. “With the settlement of this debt, the remaining obligations of EDC subsidiary pays P1.28B Lopez Holdings amount to $25M and P875 million,” the company said. Lopez Holdings’ debt has dropped to the current level from $560M eight years ago when it declared a debt standstill. for Bacman power plants BACMAN Geothermal Inc. offer price for the Bacman plants Located in the towns of Ba- geothermal value chain. This (BGI), a wholly owned sub- in a competitive bid conducted con, Sorsogon and Manito, Al- vertical integration will result Position paper on sidiary of Energy Develop- by PSALM on May 5, 2010 and bay in the Bicol region, the Bac- in more efficient and seamless ment Corporation (EDC), has its successful completion of the man plant package consists of operations,” Tantoco added. achieved closing on the 150- conditions precedent required in two steam plant complexes. The The Bacman plants boost role of media during megawatt Bacman geothermal the asset purchase agreement. Bacman I geothermal facility EDC’s current portfolio of power plant acquisition after “Our main focus now is to re- comprises two 55-MW turbines, geothermal power generation conflict situations remitting to PSALM on Sep- habilitate these plants and restore while Bacman II consists of two assets to 1,199 MW. EDC tember 3 P1,279,725,000, rep- capacity and reliability factors to 20-MW units. EDC supplies also acquired the 112.5-MW The following is we risk our lives is to tell the story. resenting full payment of the 100% to add clean, reliable and the steam fuelling these plants. Tongonan and 192.5-MW excerpted from That is how journalists save lives. purchase price for the power much-needed power to the Lu- “…With the turnover of the Palinpinon geothermal plants the position paper Because often, the presence of a facilities. The turnover followed zon grid,” EDC president and Bacman power plant, we are auctioned by PSALM last year. written by Maria camera, of one reporter, makes it BGI’s submission of the highest COO Richard Tantoco said. now fully integrated across the (Toni Nieva) Ressa, ABS-CBN just a little safer for those caught news and current affairs division in the conflict. People are more head, and published on the ABS- civilized when a camera is on. Rockwell’s Edades shines through its details CBN news website on September I am proud of the men and 14. The full text is available on women of ABS-CBN News. ROCKWELL’S Edades Tower fines the spaces into useable and quality. Wall-mounted ter-style lavatory with Kohler www.abs-cbnnews.com/. Many of us were torn by the and Garden Villas have become areas for the home. Grohe square rain showerset faucets and a vanity cabinet. IN any democracy, there is a events on Aug. 23 and were af- the new standard of prestige In the kitchen, a quartz and undercounter lavatory come Visit the Edades model unit at symbiotic relationship between fected for days. I have analyzed with their revolutionary aes- countertop complemented by a standard in every master bath. the South Court of Power Plant the government and media, every moment of that day, and I thetic, handpicked materials double bowl sink and a row of In the common bathrooms, Mall. Call 793-0088 for details particularly during times of cri- can tell you we did our best with and meticulously engineered cabinets fulfill the demands of mosaic floor and glass wall tiles or log on to www.e-rockwell. sis. Government officials must the situation handed to us because finishes. any chef—as well as the critique are paired with an over-coun- com/edades. (Vienn Tionglico) resolve the crisis, managing we were not in control. The Edades Tower and Gar- of any art dealer. information for that end goal. We immediately assessed and den Villas bear the carefully The master bathroom has PROMOS & OFFERS Journalists report events for the released our preliminary findings chosen finishes and fixtures that natural stone flooring, natu- public, which holds them ac- three days later on Aug. 26 (Re- have become marks of distinc- ral stone and glass wall tiles. , Bayad Center promo for SSS countable for their actions. fer to the September issue for ABS- tion in every unit. Upon enter- Faucets and showersets from members Media cannot do government’s Grohe, Kohler and Hansgrohe CBN’s statement on the August 23 ing the living and dining room, CIS Bayad Center Inc. is raffling job, just as you cannot expect gov- ensure the ultimate in comfort hostage tragedy.). engineered wood flooring de- off cash prizes in “Libu-Libong ernment to do media’s job. Cash Papremyo, Linggu-Ling- In more than two decades of gong Panalo.” SSS members who reporting from conflict situa- Blogger wins Adtel solar are self-employed, voluntary and tions, I can tell you from experi- OFWs, and who pay their SSS ence that the rules always change kit for adopted ‘sitio’ contributions and salary, real es- depending on the situation, de- tate and calamity loans at Bayad Center (excluding SM Payment pending on the judgment calls ADTEL Inc. is back on the Empower Kids (TREK) took Centers) will earn one raffle entry for each type of payment they made by the crisis leader. market in a big way with its the community under their make in a month. Four winners per month will receive P5,000.00 Media has an important role breakthrough product, the Adtel wing as part of their mission each. Succeeding raffle draws will be held at the CIS Bayad Cen- to play in our country because Solar Home Kit. to “help schools that because of ter head office on October 14 and 28, November 11 and 25, and our institutions are weak, law The kit is a stand-alone sys- their isolation no longer get the December 9 and 22, 2010. For more info, visit www.lopezlink.ph. and order is weak, corruption tem that includes a solar panel, same aid and attention as their Adtel’s Japs Batara with blogger is endemic, and power is often a battery with charge controller, counterparts in other areas.” Kelly Austria SKYCable Digibox redefines TV abused. A week before the hos- provisions for an AM/FM ra- Austria won an Adtel Solar president Regie Casas. “Our Whenever he leaves the country, SKYCable subscriber Tin Ang tage-taking, the Manila Police dio, and a LED (light emitting Home Kit worth P10,000 for priority is to alleviate poverty adjusts his cable package from SKYCable Gold to SKYCable District faced charges of torture diode) lamp. TREK’s adopted community. through solar electrification.” 499 and gets charged accordingly. In addition, he avails of live based on a cellphone video ob- The company recently invit- Meanwhile, Adtel hopes to This it aims to accomplish by sports events on a pay-per-view basis by calling the SKYCable tained by ABS-CBN. ed bloggers to post about why distribute the kit among even tying up with foundations and hotline; this can be activated on his Digibox while he is still on I’d like, your Honors, to state they wanted to own an Adtel just a fraction of the 3.4 mil- companies and institutions look- the line. This shows the flexibility of SKYCable Select, which for the record that it is an insult to Solar Home Kit. lion homes in the Philippine ing for CSR projects. lets consumers add the channels they want to basic cable pack- journalists to say that we only do Kelly Austria wrote that she countryside that remain un-en- For more info about the Adtel ages like SKYCable 280, SKYCable 499, SKYCable Silver and what we do because of ratings. All wanted to donate a kit to an ergized. Solar Home Kit and the Adtel SKYCable Gold. Current SKYCable Silver or Gold subscrib- of us have been in conflict situa- off-grid community in Kibun- “We would like to start there program, email Japs Batara at ers even get a free Digibox for each TV set! Call 631-0000 or tions, and ratings are the furthest gan, Benguet. Austria and her because we can see nobody is [email protected] or call log on to www.mysky.com.ph. (Susan Ortiz) thing from our minds. The reason mountaineering group Trails to attending to them,” said Adtel 435-1804.

Did you miss an issue of LopezLink? Access our archives at www.Lopezlink.ph  Lopezlink October 2010 BIZEXCELLENCE Business Excellence, HR Council produce new IiP advocates AN Investors in People (IiP) Group HR director, Facilitators Workshop was gave the opening re- successfully held on Septem- marks; the deputy pro- ber 14 and 15 at the Oakwood gram director of Lopez Premiere Joy-Nostalg Cen- Group Business Excel- ter. Organized by the Lopez lence, Rene Mayol, in- Group HR Council and Busi- troduced the workshop. ness Excellence, this workshop Pinky Diokno, VP for was held in partnership with HR of Lopez Holdings the People Management As- Corporation, formally sociation of the Philippines introduced Plana, while (PMAP). Elizabeth Canlas, VP The new IiP advocates with PMAP executive director Gerardo Plana, the HR Council and the Lopez Group Business Excellence team. Majority of the 29 partici- for HR of First Phil- pants representing 10 Lopez ippine Holdings Corporation, vestors in People-Philippine entation on its context, tools their answers and assessing considerable number shared Group companies were HR closed the two-day workshop. Center, which is the sole fully- and features, and an in-depth their findings. that the most important lesson managers, while a few were di- PMAP executive direc- licensed IiP quality center in discussion of its indicators. The participants highly rec- they gained from this work- vision heads, project managers tor Gerardo Plana, FPM, the the Philippines and Asia. Dyad and group activities ommended the workshop to shop is employee empower- and senior officers. speaker for the workshop, is The participants were giv- enhanced their skills in ask- their top management, divi- ment and engagement. (Chris- Felipe Alfonso, the Lopez the chief executive of the In- en an overview of IiP, an ori- ing questions, articulating sion heads and managers. A tine Salazar) Comptrollers’CIRCLE Comptrollers’ Circle’s tax, corporate governance, SEC regulations seminar By Jei-Jei Gertes THE Comptrollers’ Circle of the Lopez Group tors who discussed corporate governance in This year marks the 11th year of the Comp- held its annual conference, called Latest De- the Philippines and the Institute of Corporate trollers’ Circle and through the years, it con- velopments in Tax, Corporate Governance and Directors’ initiatives; Janette Cruz, chief of the tinuously aims to maintain a high quality of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Large Taxpayers’ Assistance division of the Bu- financial reporting in the Lopez Group and to Regulations, on September 17, 2010 at the ELJ reau of Internal Revenue who discussed tax up- promote a work-life balance among its members. Communications Building. dates; and Atty. Ma. Gracia Casals-Diaz, SEC Its major achievements include the development The program addressed issues and concerns general accountant, who discussed updates on of a uniform chart of accounts and accounting related to tax planning techniques in the differ- the financial reporting regulation of the SEC policies and the issuance of an updated planning ent organizations brought about by the latest tax and the results of the evaluation of 2009 audited and control manual for the Lopez Group. updates. Also, the most recent regulations in SEC financial statements. The Lopez Group Comptrollers’ Circle Core financial reporting and the newest activities being Group comptroller Pearl Catahan gave the Team includes Catahan, Lito Banaag, Mon done in the corporate governance were presented. opening remarks and Brad Geiser of Geiser Pagdagdagan, Marvi Marcelino, Jei-Jei Gertes, JJ Moreno of the Corporate Governance with the The speakers were Jonathan Juan Moreno, Maclang Marketing Communications Inc. dis- Jingle Hernandez, Lanie Caimol and Vicky seminar facilitator, Jei-Jei Gertes (right) president of the Institute of Corporate Direc- cussed the Lopez Credo cascade program. Martinez. PRCHALLENGE Engage, build, deliver SECRETARY Herminio Coloma of the Presi- port and earn credibility for any organization. Gizelle Camua of Power Sector Assets and Li- dential Communications and Operations Of- “There must be consistency. Online without of- abilities Management Corporation; Lourdes de fice challenged over 200 delegates to the 17th fline is not in line with best practice,” he said. Guzman of CF Philippines; Catherine Salceda National Public Relations Congress to help columnist and Lopez Group Ileto of Bang PR Philippines; and Jorge Miguel build the nation by living the congress theme, consultant Boo Chanco, meanwhile, said he em- Marco of Ayala Land Inc . “PR2.0: Build. Engage. Deliver.” braced new media for the convenience and facility John Rojo, APR of Bayan Telecommunica- In his keynote address, Coloma presented two they bring to his work as a journalist. Although he tions Inc. chaired the 2010 PR Congress. Lend- case studies on the use of digital technology on called social media double-edged, that is, present- ing support were Rosan Cruz, APR of Lopez the internet to engage citizens, one catapulting ing both an advantage and a danger, Chanco said, Holdings Corporation and Bong Osorio of Dulce Baybay with PRSP president Butch Raquel, President Benigno S. Aquino III to electoral “politicians and business executives…ignore the ABS-CBN Corporation as part of the 20-mem- APR at her APR conferment on the first day of the PR victory and the other serving as a mechanism digital world only at their peril.” ber PR Congress committee. Congress for feedback as he governs the country. Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide manag- Delegates of the Lopez Group were Jay Lopez, “You are all exceptionally gifted and strate- ing and Southeast Asia director Andrew Thom- Nicole Carlos and Hazel Velasco of First Philip- Freya Santos and Caloy Campos of Bayan; Kane gically positioned in your organizations. What as proposed to change the 4 Ps of the marketing pine Holdings Corporation; Angela Lopez-Guin- Choa of ABS-CBN; Carla Paras-Sison, APR and can you do to make our country a country we mix to 4 Es or from product to experience, place gona and Festin-Baybay of LGFI; Vienn Tionglico Lucy Torres of Lopez Holdings; and Joel Gaborni can all be proud of,” Coloma asked his audience to every place, price to exchange, and promo- and Aissa Rivera of Rockwell Land Corporation; of First Gen Corporation. (CPS) as he concluded his presentation. tion to evangelism. The two-day conference organized by the Yes! Magazine editor Jo-Ann Maglipon and Save the Date Public Relations Society of the Philippines broadcast journalists Grace dela Peña of GMA October 4: Deadline for submission of entries, International Association (PRSP) showcased best practices using the in- Network Inc. and DJ Sta. Ana of TV5 shared of Business Communicators Philippines’ 2010 Philippine Quill Awards. ternet to promote causes, sell products and gain their strategies for coping with the new 24/7 Call the IABC secretariat, 756-0441, 756-0424, or email info@iabc. advocates or customers. news media cycle. com.ph. Weber Shandwick Asia Pacific chairman Tim Meanwhile, the PRSP conferred accredita- October 7: IABC Fellowship Night. 6 pm, Merk’s Bar and Restaurant, Sutton stressed the need for offline activities to tion on five members: Dulce Festin-Baybay of Greenbelt 3. Register at 756-04-41. match online activities to provide effective sup- Lopez Group Foundation Inc. (LGFI); Anna  Lopezlink October 2010 couch potato Zaijian gets better and better! ZAIJIAN Jaranilla just gets ity ng character niya, yung better and better. This is evi- mga simpleng detalye hindi treats dent in his top-rating prime- niya nakakalimutan. Iba na time series on ABS-CBN, ang set namin ngayon, pero Shaina goes “Noah,” where he plays the role yung kilos niya dapat yung ANC reveals daring in of a jungle boy named Eli. tipong nasa gubat pa rin, at Zaijian breathes life to his hindi iyon madali. Pero kita new ‘face’ ‘Alyna’ role in “Noah” with a sense of naman siguro na magaling Based on the pock- truth. He incorporates and na nae-execute ng bata ang A new station ID and on-air look greets etbook “Dominic” by does not neglect the nitty- mga eksena niya. Nakak- viewers of ANC, the ABS-CBN News Martha Cecilia, “Pre- gritty details of his character abilib,” director Lino Cay- Channel, to mark the station’s commit- cious Hearts Romances down to its nuances in his etano shared. ment to deliver news to Filipinos wher- Presents: Alyna” revolves acting, making him an effec- “Noah,” Zaijian’s ever they are and amid fast changes in around the life of Alyna tive child actor. second major project on media. (), a As Eli conquers the city, primetime, gained the With information dissemination so girl who grew up de- delightful scenes will unfold number one spot in the much easier and faster and with citizens prived of love. She falls right before the viewers’ eyes overall nationwide ratings able to report on their surroundings, in love with Rex () but after they get mar- which will highlight Zaijian’s for the month of August ANC chief operating officer Glenda M. ried and have a child, Rex disappears. Alyna meets talent even more. Eli’s adventure continues as he based on Kantar Media’s data as it earned an aver- Gloria said it is integral to have a news another man, Dominic (), but things meets new characters along the way. age of 35.9% against its rival’s 27.1%. organization focused on making sense soon get complicated when Rex returns. Directed by “Bukod sa very expressive eyes ni Zaijian, may Don’t miss the exciting episodes of “Noah,” week- out of all the clutter in the media. F.M. Reyes, “Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Aly- angking talento talaga ang bata. Yung continu- nights after “TV Patrol” on ABS-CBN. (A. Domingo) “As a news channel, we’d like to be na” airs after “Rosalka” on ABS-CBN’s Hapontastic. able to connect the dots for our view- (Kane Choa) ers so they could make informed choices ‘Sharon at Home’ and decisions,” she said. ‘Hitmakers’ join ‘Win na Win’ Gloria said the award-winning sta- now on Lifestyle tion has been able to do this without Get comfy and cozy with The “Hitmakers,” composed of Rico J. Puno, Rey sacrificing the standards and values that as she wel- Valera, Marco Sison and Nonoy Zuñiga, will join brought ANC to where it is now: integ- comes viewers to her life Pokwang and Valerie Concepcion on “Pilipinas, rity, perspective, and respect. Win na Win” starting this October, said Bong and home. Savor, learn and The blue rhombus logo remains as the discover the simple joys Osorio, head of ABS-CBN corporate communi- key design element in ANC’s new look, and pleasures that life cations, in an official statement. which conveys the channel’s glossy, sub- has to offer. Each episode “Management has decided to try a combination stantive and engaging nature. of new hosts for the program…. The program con- gives you an intimate Rico Puno, Marco Sison, Rey Valera and Nonoy Zuñiga The sleek and edgy new ID, mean- look at the people in her off-cam life and a glimpse tinues to bring fun, games and hope to Filipinos while, depicts how the nature of news- of the Megastar that viewers have never seen. Sans around the world,” he said. Aquino III’s youngest sister, is the third “Win na gathering has changed due to technology the frills and glamour, she is interested and passion- Aquino confirmed on September 28 that she is Win” host to leave the show. Actor and citizen empowerment. It shows how ate about the things homemakers are interested in leaving “Pilipinas, Win na Win” just two months and TV host Mariel Rodriguez also went on in- information captured by an ordinary in- too. (Cherry Pineda) after its launch. Aquino, who is President Benigno definite leave from the show to get married. dividual and shared to ABS-CBN can Velvet raises the stakes UFC champ GSP shows off his become a news story reported by our re- moves porters on the scene and anchors on the with ‘Celebrity Apprentice ’ Not even Georges St. Pierre (GSP), UFC air. Velvet airs the battle of well-loved celebrities in superstar fighter, escaped the clamor of the “madlang It also highlights the experience and the all-business arena of Donald Trump in “Celeb- people” for a sample dance number in ABS-CBN’s expertise of the anchors and the news “Showtime.” All in the spirit of fun, GSP moved to the rity Apprentice 3” to win $1 million for their chosen organization that allow ANC to present beat and of the music and of his screaming fans. GSP charities. “Celebrity Apprentice 3” features Sharon these stories with context and texture. was in Manila for a three-day visit to promote UFC Osbourne, Cyndi Lauper, Bret Michaels, Cur- Stay tuned to the country’s only 24/7 tis Stone, Maria Kanellis, Bill Goldberg, Selita on Balls Channel. He had a press con, TV and radio guestings and a public training at the SM Mall of Asia news channel, ANC, on SKYCable Ebanks, Gov. Rod Blagojevich, Darryl Strawberry, Channel 27. (Kane Choa) Sinbad, Carol Leifer and Olympians Michael John- in September. (Kathy Solis) son and Summer Sanders. Catch “Celebrity Appren- tice 3” Wednesdays at 9 p.m. on Velvet (SKYCable Channel 53)! (Kathy Solis) Back-to-back ‘Kapamilya Karavans’ in major cities ABS-CBN Regional Network In the Kadayawan Festival, “Ba- the stage with “Precious Hearts Ro- Group (RNG) brings together nana Split” gang member John mances: Impostor” star Maja Salva- during the most colorful regional Pratts danced with pretty Davaoe- dor. She brought the house down festivals the biggest names in the ñas, “” star Matteo with her charm and dance moves. industry. Producing memorable Guidicelli sang with a flawless A lady from the audience provincial and international shows falsetto, and sweethearts Angelica who has been following Diether ABS-CBN, Unica Hija join forces via the Kapamilya Karavan, stars Panganiban and Derek Ramsay Ocampo for years now cried when perform for their fans. performed together. Angelica Diet chose her among the crowd. for ‘Idol’ ABS-CBN and Unica Hija entered into a With lots of prizes for the au- sang for Derek and ended with a Diet shared: “Bihira lang itong licensing agreement for the primetime series “Idol” star- ring Unica Hija brand endorser Sarah Geronimo (center, dience and a rare chance to bond message: “Salamat sa proteksiyon, pagkakataon na ito kaya I made sure with Unica Hija’s Atty. Leo Lagon and Anna Marie with the stars, Kapamilyas of suporta, pagtatanggol at pagmama- na magiging memorable ito para sa Lagon). As the show runs, Unica Hija will embellish all ages flock to each Kapamilya hal.” Derek responded, “Hindi kita kanya. Ako man, fan din noon kaya their store windows with the “Idol” theme. Idol shirts are Karavan, leaving a smile on their iiwan.” alam ko ang feeling.” available in Unica Hija boutiques nationwide. Orders faces and if they’re lucky, a few The following week, Kapamilya Watch for more kilig moments may also be placed via http://abscbnstore.multiply.com. extra bucks, snapshots with their Karavan flew to Cagayan de Oro with your favorite stars in Kapami- “Idol” airs weeknights on ABS-CBN after “Noah.” (A. idols and some surprise give- for the Kagay-An Festival where lya Karavans coming soon to a city Domingo) aways. two fans had a chance to share near you! (K. Solis) Derek and Angelica  Lopezlink October 2010

(L-R) Asian Eye just added one more floor to its existing two-floor Rockwell clinic; its newly-opened 8th floor clinic provides more space and comfort for all ages; At Asian Eye, patients are assured of comprehensive eye and vision examination prior to treatment. Dr. Amadeo Veloso Jr., retina and vitreous disease specialist, examines the front and back parts of the eye; Asian Eye’s Quality, Environment, Safety and Health System was certified to the ISO 9001:2008, 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001:2007 standards this June. It was also recognized as an Investor in People by the U.K. Quality Center in 2006. ALL EYES... World countries,” Anna Karina Asian Eye’s current roster in- Pablo Nañagas, former adminis- rated some subspecialty services provement, to do what is right from page 1 Peña-Gerochi, Asian Eye vice cludes over a hundred personnel trator of Asian Eye, now serves and designed the area for better and good for our patients,” the president and general manager, distributed among the flagship as medical director. Benjamin patient flow,” Peña-Gerochi VP stressed. On September 18, 2001, said. “Also part of our mission is facility in Rockwell and two sat- Liboro is president. said, referring to the eighth- “We’re also very proud of Asian Eye accepted its first to advance the science and prac- ellite clinics. In addition to eight The Rockwell clinic has 20 floor facility where the interview how our ophthalmologists and patients at the ninth floor of tice of ophthalmology in the ophthalmologists, the medical examination rooms, diagnostic with LopezLink was conducted. optometrists are leaders in their Phinma Plaza at the Rockwell country; we want to contribute team includes a low vision and centers, a laser center, an optical The satellites at the Mall of fields, and are able to not just Center, . to the progress of the whole contact lens specialist and an dispensary, four surgical suites, Asia and Trinoma, which are rel- bring the latest technology here “In a nutshell, Asian Eye’s industry, and to be a resource anesthesiologist. There are also and a laser refractive surgery atively newer at two to three years to Asian Eye, but also share mission is to become the pre- for other doctors, locally and optometrists, nurses, technicians suite. Business has been brisk, old, include examination rooms the same with their colleagues miere eye care center in the internationally, in terms of what and other allied medical person- necessitating the clinic’s recent and diagnostic machines. In the in the industry so that more Philippines, and to deliver to the best practices are, and what nel, as well as support staff for expansion. past nine years, some 60,000 people can benefit from them.” Filipino patients the same level new and effective treatments are research, quality, marketing, “We wanted to improve the patients young and old have been Just last month, three of of care that patients get in First available for patients.” finance and HR. Dr. Juan Ma. patient experience, so we sepa- treated for various eye problems Asian Eye’s specialists—Dr. such as cataract, retinal disease, Harvey Uy, Dr. Marimel Veloso meet the or glaucoma, or have availed of and Dr. Bobby Ang—were in- Asian Eye management team the various other services on of- vited speakers at the Asia-Pacif- The Asian Eye management fer at Asian Eye, such as LASIK, ic Academy of Ophthalmology team (seated, l-r): Bunny Gero- oculoplastic surgery, visual reha- conference in Beijing, with close chi; Bheng Relatado-Rubia, bilitation, pediatric ophthalmol- to 10,000 ophthalmologists Market Research and Commu- ogy and and optometry. from all over the world in atten- nications; K Manalili, Patient Asian Eye’s advantage over dance. For Asian Eye, intense Services; Kat Raquel-Santos, its competitors, according to competition locally and region- Human Resource; Ferdie dela Peña-Gerochi, is its sustained ally, plus a market that still Cruz, Finance and Admin- commitment to high quality for needs to be educated in terms of istration; Dr. Gua Dato, the benefit of patients, which the standards of eye care remain Pediatric Optometry; Dr. permeates the whole organiza- its biggest challenges. Mary Ann Catacutan, tion and receives the full sup- “There’s a large part of the Clinical Research; Dr. port of its stakeholders. market that is not aware of the Johnny Nañagas, Medical “From the selection and kind of eye care they can and Director; Jiji Recto, Mar- structure of the medical team, should get. First of all, they wait keting; Isel Panganiban, Quality; and Raul to the design of facilities and until there is already a problem, Rodriguez, Information systems, and the training and and then for any kind of prob- and Communications management of staff, we are lem they still go to an optical Technology. serious and relentless about shop, that’s the general Filipino innovation and continuous im- mindset,” Peña-Gerochi said. TIMELINE 2001 2003 • Awarded as Outstanding es selective laser trabeculo- surgeries, the Zeiss intra- lowship in glaucoma from • Launch • Establishes its Low Vision Eye Care Center by the plasty for glaucoma ocular lens (IOL) Master the Philippine Glaucoma of the and Visual Rehabilita- Consumers Union of the • Introduces the Oscar for cataract screening, and Society flagship tion Service and Optical Philippines M. Lopez fellowship in the Zeiss Humphrey visual • Recognized for its research Rock- Dispensary 2006 glaucoma and the Asian field analyzer for glaucoma work by the American Eye medical travel program Society for Cataract and well • Establishes International • Achieves certification 2008 screening Center Customer Service for the to ISO 9001:2000, ISO • Partners with Pfizer and Refractive Surgery, Bausch clinic Japanese and Korean 14001:2004 and OHSAS • Opened the second satel- Alcon on clinical trial and Lomb, Philippine 2002 market 18001:1999 standards lite clinic at Mall of Asia research for glaucoma Academy of Ophthalmol- • Certified as clinical 2004 • Recognized as an Investor • Introduces the Felipe I. To- ogy, and Philippine College research site by the Western • Achieves Philhealth in People (IiP) by the In- lentino fellowship in retina of Surgeons Institutional Review Board accreditation ternational Quality Centre, and the Asian Eye Institute • Recognized for the second of California • Offers fellowship training UK fellowship in cornea time as an IiP 2009 Achieves recertification • Establishes the Asian Eye in Low Vision and Visual • Expanded customer service • Independent Review Board Rehabilitation for the Indian, European • Introduces Crystalens, to the ISO 9001:2000, for monitoring safety in • Partners with Bausch & and US markets an IOL that can restore 14001:2004, and OHSAS 2007 near, intermediate and 18001:2007 clinical research Lomb for LASIK research, 2010 • Partners with Ophthal- one of only four centers in • Launches distance vision of cataract mological Foundation of Asia Asian • Acquires the patients; and Phakic IOL • Its Quality, Environment, the Philippines to provide 2005 Eye’s first Alcon Infiniti for patients with high Safety and Health System cataract surgeries for • Acquires optical coherence satellite phacoemul- nearsightedness but are not is again certified to the ISO indigent patients tomography for diagnosis clinic at sification qualified for LASIK 9001:2008, 14001:2004 • Introduces Customized and monitoring of glau- Trinoma machine for • Achieves accreditation for and OHSAS 18001:2007 LASIK coma and retinal diseases • Introduc- cataract its Oscar M. Lopez fel- standards  Lopezlink October 2010 executiveFEATURE Nationalism, business excellence and the courage to make it all work By Carla Paras-Sison

ASIAN Eye Institute president Ben- for 2010 come out next year,” Liboro disappoint him, just as a child to his organization where we can hold on to jamin K. Liboro is concurrent director says. father.” the values of our formative years, to of the Lopez Group-wide Business The biggest challenge for Peña- Outside of FPHC, Liboro’s mother retain that idealism and not sell out to Excellence program. Gerochi moving has been managing is his model for living what he calls a expediency,” Liboro says. To help address this, Asian It is no wonder then that Asian Eye people both in the organization and useful life. A cardiologist, Liboro’s The Asian Eye team invites Lopez Eye’s chief optometrist and low vice president and general manager outside it, meaning patients. “There mom still practices in her clinic at the Group members to check out the vision and contact lens specialist Bunny Peña-Gerochi counts business was a lot of adjustment on my part, age of 91. “She says the day she can’t modern eye facility for a full checkup, and the president of the Philip- excellence as the Lopez value that being self-aware, recognizing my be- practice medicine anymore is the day “especially if you’re diabetic or hyper- pine College of Optometrists, most permeates Asian Eye’s opera- havior and how it affects others. In she is ready to pass on.” tensive” which means higher risk of Dr. Jesse Caguioa, regularly in- tions. (FPHC), we were all peers. We man- He says he admires the Lopez fam- eye problems. vites Asian Eye doctors to speak “Asian Eye’s beginnings were rooted aged our bosses and looked to them ily most for their courage. “Tell us what you need, we may Holding on to values about different eye diseases at in nationalism. It was the vision of then for direction. (In Asian Eye,) people just be able to bring it in. If you know the organization’s conferences. chairman Oscar M. Lopez (OML) to look to me for direction. They look at “I love working with and for this people who need help but can’t afford This is part of their advocacy deliver to Filipinos the same quality of me as a leader and so I had to watch family because they have the courage it, bring them, too, especially if you are to train optometrists to detect eye care they could get abroad. Asian myself especially in making decisions to live up to the standards and tradi- part of civic organizations like Lions these diseases so that they can Eye also exemplifies the pioneering and striving to be a role model.” tions of the founder, and to continue or Rotary. We’ll see what we can do,” properly refer to ophthalmolo- entrepreneurial spirit because of its Peña-Gerochi credits her mentors standing up to says Liboro. gists for the benefit of the pa- commitment to make available in the for her evolution as a leader, among abusive peo- “Come to Asian Eye. We have the tient. country the best technology at the them Liboro, MPIG head Arthur ple in gov- best the country has to offer in terms As it starts its tenth year of same time that it becomes available in de Guia, corporate human resources e r n m e n t . of eye care,” says Peña-Gerochi. providing world-class eye care to Asia and in other parts of the world. director Fil Alfonso, Lopez Holdings Frankly, it Filipinos, Asian Eye is looking But it all comes together under busi- Corporation vice president-HR Pinky is a gift to to boost its medical team with ness excellence because of Asian Eye’s Diokno, and chairman emeritus OML be able to new members within the year as commitment to be at the forefront himself. work in our its doctors are “working practi- of eye care and practice,” says Peña- “I believe I’ve been lucky in the cally at capacity already.” Also on Gerochi. types of leaders I’ve been exposed the horizon are plans to secure Cornell University math graduate to. I feel they are sincere in wanting international accreditation, enter Peña-Gerochi and former petroleum to see me grow, and they’ve been so the profitable medical tourism banker Liboro are part of the Manu- generous with their time and wis- industry, and put up more satel- facturing and Portfolio Investments dom. They have by and large tried lites or an additional big facility Group (MPIG) of First Philippine to find the best fit for employees within Metro Manila. Holdings Corporation (FPHC), par- and provided the necessary sup- Peña-Gerochi also hopes ent company of Asian Eye. They were port. Because of this, I’ve learned to expand the center’s research seconded to the eye center in 2007 and to take intelligent risks, and it is capability even as Asian Eye, have meanwhile successfully zeroed out helping me now in Asian Eye,” through its medical team, has its capital deficit of P120 million, “the she says. already made a name for itself cost of starting up and establishing a Like a father as the foremost research facility presence in the market.” Liboro, who has been with for ophthalmology in the Phil- Profitable FPHC since 1979, says OML ippines. “Asian Eye has been profitable for acts very much like a father to his the last four years. If we can maintain corporate family. our earnings trajectory, then we may “And so as an employee, you • Adopts Accreditation be able to declare our first dividend would want to do well because Asian Eye president Ben Liboro and Canada standards after our audited financial statements you don’t want to displease him or VP Bunny Peña Gerochi SPOTLIGHT Education, eye care, research top Asian Eye’s CSR priorities ASIAN Eye’s three main advocacies are in educa- new knowledge to serve patients in the Philippines tion through fellowship programs, leadership in Introduces new logo and Dr. Edgar Leuenberger (standing) and worldwide. • medical research, and eye care for indigents. with a fellow examining an indigent the Eye Contact newsletter The company also spearheads an annual cataract The company has made world-class fellowships patient in one of the missions partici- Expands its Rockwell clinic mission that has provided free cataract surgeries to • available to graduates of accredited ophthalmology pated in by Asian Eye by opening the eighth floor indigent patients at its surgical facility. In partner- residency training programs. Nine ophthalmolo- of Phinma Plaza to comple- ship with the Ophthalmological Foundation of the gists have completed their fellowship training at ment existing ninth- and Philippines (OFPHIL), pharmaceutical companies, Asian Eye, and four are in training in 2010. Pro- tenth-floor clinical space nongovernment organizations and local govern- grams available today are the glaucoma, cornea and Introduces the pediatric ment units, Asian Eye has operated on close to 600 • refractive surgery, and medical retina and ileitis fel- optometry, vision training eyes in Manila, , and Marikina lowships. and orthoptics service to since 2002. In addition, Filipinos can share the benefits of screen and treat children’s Asian Eye also provides diagnostic services, sur- continuing improvements in the field of eye care vision disability problems, geries and treatments to indigent patients referred through the Asian Eye research program, which complementing the existing by OFPHIL, for difficult cases or those that require aims to discover technologies and practices that im- pediatric ophthalmology specialized equipment. Since 2004, Asian Eye has prove eye care and quality of life and to disseminate service handled over 800 OFPHIL-referred cases.  Lopezlink October 2010 CSR ACTIVITIES ‘Esteros’ prioritized by Aquino admin

‘P-Noy’ impressive in NY President Noynoy Aquino III faced key international civil society leaders in New York and answered questions on a variety of issues such as human rights, environment, social entrepre- neurship and education during his US trip in September. The meeting was hosted by the Synergos Institute and co-facilitated by institute chair and founder Dr. Peggy Dulany and Knowledge Channel Foundation Inc. presi- dent Rina Lopez-Bautista. Photo shows (l-r) Lopez-Bautista, Pres. Aquino, Dulany, Lopez Group chairman emeritus Oscar M. Lopez and Connie Lopez. Lopez-Bautista said the President addressed all issues “directly, substantially and sincerely.” ABS-CBN chairman Eugenio Lopez III (not in photo) also joined the dialogue. Lopez and other government officials begin their inspection of Estero de San Miguel as the residents look on. Photo by Run for Knowledge 2010 Jericho Von Miranda (KBPIP) KCFI launches KaRUNungan second wind that will help them THE cleanup of the esteros sion deputy director Alan Gat- clean the esteros. 2010, which aims to help gen- reach the finish line. As KaRU- (estuaries) of Metro Manila re- polintan and representatives “There is no way it can’t erate awareness and support Nungan 2010’s theme says, “Ev- cently got fresh support from from the Armed Forces of the happen if we don’t work to- for the continued resource and ery Learner, A Finisher.” KaRUNungan 2010 Ma- the Aquino administration as Philippines and Philippine Na- gether. I take my hat off to learning gaps in the Philippine “Every child is in search of nila will be held on November Department of Environment tional Police, the three secretar- them. They came on board and education system. The funds it knowledge; every child deserves 28 at the Meralco Compound and Natural Resources Sec. Ra- ies and mayor navigated Estero they said they’re going to work will raise through this campaign a good education. We believe in Ortigas. A total of 5,000 mon Paje, Department of Pub- de San Miguel by boat. together… So I’m very, very will be used to produce instruc- that every runner can inspire a runners are expected to join lic Works and Highways Sec. Estero de San Miguel is a optimistic,” she added. tional shows in English, science child to keep on going, and ev- the event. Visit www.knowl- , Metropolitan two-kilometer tributary of the Earlier, Lopez met with and math, using virtual teachers ery runner can lead the child to edgechannel.org/karunungan Manila Development Author- Pasig River located just behind Pres. Aquino to show the on air. KCFI wishes to help win,” said KCFI president Rina or contact Nicole Garingan at ity chairman Francis Tolentino Malacañang. progress of the AFI project, the majority of elementary and Lopez-Bautista. 910-2131. and Manila Mayor Alfredo “I feel it’s very good for Kapit Bisig Para Sa Ilog Pasig, high school students, who are Lim inspected Estero de Paco the government if we clear on these esteros. The President still unable to attain adequate NY Marathon 2010 and Estero de San Miguel. President [Noynoy] Aquino’s immediately visited Estero de mastery of their lessons. Runners taking part in the ING Marathon 2010 Guided by ABS-CBN backyard, which is a network of San Miguel and enjoined the Through KaRUNungan 2010 can go extra mile by dedicating their run to helping marginal- Foundation Inc. (AFI) manag- fiveesteros, ” Lopez said. different departments to deal and various running events, KCFI ized public school students. They can do this by asking friends ing director Gina Lopez, Pasig Lopez is ecstatic that the with the rehabilitation of the enjoins the growing Filipino com- and supporters to donate $1 for every kilometer they run on River Rehabilitation Commis- key players came together to esteros. (Faizza Tanggol) munity of runners to champion November 7. KCFI president Lopez-Bautista walks the talk as the cause of Philippine education, she joins a group of runners from the Philippines that includes and give Filipino students their her son Daniel and other family members. MMLDC leads advocacy on disaster risk reduction More than just CSR MERALCO Management the public education sector in en Arnobit, MMLDC director and Leadership Develop- Ondoy’s hardest-hit areas, with for academic services. THE management of First Philippine Realty dent and general manager Heriberto Comsti and ment Center Foundation Inc. the CCA-DRR program. San Mateo and Cainta in Rizal Corporation (FPRC) recently donated goods to managers Ola Magno and Lolit de Castro. (MMLDCFI) is spearheading “What makes the program became the pilot recipients of the Tahanan ng Pagmamahal Children’s Home Inc. Myrna Ortega, in charge of Tahanan, said endeavors to teach people not unique is the inclusion of a program. The participants under- in Oranbo, Pasig City as part of the company’s about FPRC’s act of generosity: “The kids at only about disaster prepara- DRR plan in the development went training, assessment, DRR corporate social responsibility program. Tahanan really appreciated having soft towels for tion, but also how to be more plans of the local government planning and project presentation. FPRC president Oscar R. Lopez Jr. handed their personal use.” proactive toward environment unit partners. Secondly, the The rest, including implementa- out bedsheets, towels, pillowcases, toiletries and Aside from 14 children in Tahanan, Ortega, conservation. One of the DRR plan had to be based on tion, will be done by members of sacks of rice. He was accompanied by vice presi- along with her husband Rey, also takes care of initial mission programs is an honest-to-goodness hazard the core team who have taken the 15 newborns, 12 pregnant women and 52 elderly the Climate Change Adap- and risk assessment,” said Vivi- program. (Peng Young) people in the wards of Grace to be Born, the tation and Disaster Risk Anawim shelter and He Cares Foundation. Reduction (CCA-DRR) To donate to Tahanan, call 910-1895 or visit http:// program. tahananpagmamahal.multiply.com/. (Lin Catolos) MMLDC and a panel of experts led by former CALENDAR Environment Secretary Dr. Elisea Gozun, MMLDC’s BAYAN Academy offers the following certificate training programs this month: Cora de la Paz, Albay October 14-15 — Community-Based APSEMO’s Cedric Daep, Social Enterprise Development hazard and risk mapping October 28-29—Marketing Management expert Oliver Coroza and For rates, call Carol Arcaya at 426-3140 or Rowena Boquiren of Con- Oscar R. Lopez Jr. (right) turns over FPRC’s dona- 928-5576. Bayan Academy reserves the right to servation International tions to Rey Ortega of Tahanan ng Pagmamahal change course dates. Philippines helped the par- Representatives from San Mateo and Cainta, Rizal who attended the CCA- Children’s Home Inc. ticipants, who came from DRR planning session  Lopezlink October 2010

ONGOINGS NOSTALGIA Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to Book Matters: Fully booked! repeat it. —George Santayana October 15, 1962 brary and The Children’s Library Galleria activity center on September 11. Talks held its second Book Matters on on developing lifelong readers by Pam Yu and Eugenio Lopez Sr. decides that Meralco will that month. The program used book design by Daniel Tayona were held at Lo- meet the expected rise in power demand with radio, events, talks and book sales pez Memorial Museum on September 18 and plenty of capacity to spare, and without any to encourage more people to read 25 respectively, the former attended by public assistance from the government. October 1, 1964 Filipino authors and publications. school teachers and the latter by enthusiasts. The To make people aware of some Inquirer’s Read-Along program at the Ortigas Meralco sells $8 million worth of Meralco of the new books in the market, Foundation Library was well attended as was the bonds, the first time a privately-owned graphic designer and artist Serj opening of the works of artists of CANVAS on Filipino corporation successfully sells bonds Bumatay talked about his design September 28. to the US market. Eight US insurance com- for Lopez Museum’s 50th anniver- Book Matters is a joint project of Lopez Me- panies sary book, “Unfolding”; a CANVAS morial Museum and Library, the Ortigas Foun- buy the representative discussed the books dation Library and the Robinsons Children’s bonds. for children that were inspired by Library. (Mary Ann Pernia) The sale is artworks; and Ortigas Foundation’s The Lopez Memorial Museum and Library is at handled The artwork designed by Ilustrador ng Kabataan members and worked upcoming book on Philippine the ground floor, Benpres Building, Exchange Road by White, on by the young participants in the Book Matters event at Robinson’s Weld & Galleria churches by Fr. Rene Javellana was corner Meralco Avenue, , Pasig promoted on Jam 88.3. City. Museum days and hours are Mondays-Sat- Co. October WITH September geared as a month for books Events included a meet-and-greet and work- urdays, 8 am-5 pm, except holidays. For more info, 30, 1969 with the Manila International Book Fair, Lopez shop for kids with komiks artists and members call Fanny at 631-2417 or email pezseum@skyinet. Memorial Museum, the Ortigas Foundation Li- of the Ilustrador ng Kabataan at the Robinson’s net or [email protected]. Presidential Assistant on National Minorities (PANAMIN) Secretary Manda Elizalde pays a visit to thank Eugenio Lopez Sr. for his LOPEZ VALUESIN ACTION efforts in raising P250,000 for the PANA- MIN. October 15, 1970 Meralco Securities Corporation (MSC) FPHC: Daring to go where many fear to tread pays the final installment for the purchase of Meralco three months ahead of schedule. SLAIN US Attorney General Robert F. Ken- Longer list of successes nedy, brother of beloved US President John F. But it has a longer list of spectacular successes, Kennedy, said it best: “Those who dare to fail mainly in the field of power generation and toll miserably can achieve greatly.” road infrastructure, with the former account- And if there is one thing that describes the ing for as much as 70% of its annual earnings, , it is that it dares to and this the economics graduate of the Ateneo bet the house in the name of doing something de Manila University attributes to the Group’s new that presents tremendous growth opportu- never-ending quest to blaze new trails. October 19, 1970 nities that will benefit not just the company, but It was not too long ago, however, when FPHC Philec president Oscar M. Lopez inaugurates the nation as well. was on the verge of collapse. the company’s plant in Taytay, Rizal. That singular trait, which has been handed Oscar M. Lopez (OML) retook control of the October 17, 1977 down through generations of Lopezes, is one of company in 1986 following the fall of the pain- Meralco Foundation Inc. (MFI) and MSC the many reasons Elpidio L. Ibañez has devoted ful Marcos dictatorship that practically ran the arrive at a stock purchase agreement in which most of his career to First Philippine Holdings company to the ground, and what the managers, all of MSC’s Meralco shares are turned over Corporation (FPHC), where he sits as president, including Ibañez, told him was that the company FPHC president Nonoy Ibañez, wife Irene and son to MFI for a total sale price of P872M and a was not in good shape. Diego at the summit of Mt. Pulag in 2007 down payment of P204M. The company was saddled with debts and Source: Mercy Servida, head librarian, Lopez Power generation it would take an orchestrated, determined and Memorial Museum Library massive effort to get it back on its feet. It would “At that point, we went out of our agriculture have been easier to just write off the company, ventures and concentrated on power generation, but OML would have none of it. starting with the Bauang power plant in La He is confident that the willingness to invest He and his new board that included Steve Union,” Ibañez says. in something new and promising will ensure that Psinakis, Christian Monsod, Jake Almeda Lopez, That was the first of many investments in FPHC will be a name to reckon with in power Ernesto Rufino Jr. and Camilo Quiason, with the power generation and the healthy revenues that generation and infrastructure. help of the management, proceeded to resurrect came in allowed the company to eventually ven- “That is why I will not hesitate to recommend the company one step at a time. ture into other infrastructure projects, such as toll for others to work for the company, even my own Primary challenge road development, semiconductor manufacturing children,” adds Ibañez. Ibañez was vice president in 1986 and he was and industrial estate development. tasked to manage the company’s debt, which was The road to profit has been long and fraught the primary challenge that had to be overcome if with seemingly insurmountable challenges, but FPHC were to get back in the black. Ibañez says the journey has been made easier by MAP awardee OML, Ces Drilon, Ibañez and “We settled our debt and other obligations in the fact that he and the rest of the management former VP-HRD Rey Sarmenta in 2000 various ways. We sold our investment in Pilipi- team and FPHC employees always had the sup- nas Shell and issued common shares in exchange port of the board and the top officials. chief operating officer and FPHC board mem- for debt. We did everything that we had to do, Generous ber. and we were eventually able to get the sequestra- Unlike other bosses who would berate executives “One thing about the Lopezes is that they are tion on the shares of Meralco lifted. “That was for daring to do something new and consequently not afraid to take calculated risks. They are always when we really got restarted,” says Ibañez, who making mistakes along the way, OML has always ready to bet the house,” the 60-year-old Ibañez says. holds a master of business administration from been generous with his support and encouragement. “That’s part of being pioneering.” the University of the Philippines. “He would just tell us that he does not want any Ibañez says that since he joined the company What also got FPHC going was the decision surprises. If there are problems, you have to tell him as an assistant manager in 1979, FPHC has had of the Ramos government to allow the private right away so that the issues can be tackled as early its share of ventures that turned sour, among sector to again take part in the power generation as possible. Don’t try to hide them,” says Ibañez, them investments in agriculture and diskette business, where the Lopez Group was before and that attitude encouraged the people to always His fellow Lopez Group executives catch Ibañez in a manufacturing. martial law. think outside the box and dare tread new paths. trust exercise during a team building activity 10 Lopezlink October 2010 LIFELONG WELLNESS sports & wellness LGFI, LLW conduct flu, dengue and typhoid forum calendar OCTOBER A recent announcement from conducted a forum entitled ness advocacy is not an easy disease, people should be worry count that should be monitored 3: TAKBO! Breast Friends, the Department of Health Protecting Yourself from Infec- task but by now, I hope the about the complications that it when one has dengue but he- (DOH) stated that the number tious Diseases (Flu, Dengue, rationale for wellness is en- can bring such as pneumonia, matocrit levels. Hematocrit is 3k/5k/10k fun run (Ultra of dengue cases from January Typhoid) at the Meralco Mini shrined in the Lopez Credo.” dehydration, asthma, diabetes the proportion of blood volume Track & Field Oval, Pasig), to August has already reached Theater on September 29, 2010. He also commended chairman or even heart disease. He also that is occupied by red blood 5 am. Fee: P450. Call 0917- 69,594. This figure is 99% high- Miguel Lopez, VP for corpo- emeritus Oscar M. Lopez and suggested two ways to treat it: cells. Also, there is still no vac- 8138149, 502-4260. 10: Walk the er than last year’s 34,997 for the rate affairs of Lopez Holdings LLW head Rafael M. Alunan through antiviral drug intake or cine for dengue but hydration Talk same period. There were already Corporation, who gave the in- III for sustaining the program. the “home sweet home” method, helps a lot in treating it. @ 10.10.10 501 deaths recorded compared spirational message, stressed the Experts from the Philip- which includes getting enough Dr. Rosario, on the other Run for the Pasig to 369 last year and DOH fears significance of a corporate well- pine Society of Microbiology rest, drinking lots of water, tak- hand, stressed that proper River (SM Mall of Asia, that at this rate, cases could ness program in the Group. and Infectious Diseases were ing medications, maintaining sanitation is the best way to ), 6:30 am. Participants reach a record 80,000 this year. “We are fortunate to have a the speakers for the forum: Dr. health access, covering mouth avoid getting typhoid since must register with their HR In response to the growing corporate wellness program— Mario Panaligan, Dr. Rontgene when coughing and sneezing, it is usually acquired through departments. Contact: Benjo threat of infectious diseases such the Lopez Lifelong Wellness Solante and Dr. Minette Claire and washing one’s hands regu- consumption of food or water Sandoval, 631-6394 or as dengue, Lopez Group Foun- system—that consistently re- Rosario. larly. that have been contaminated Darlene Lamis, 449-6170. 13: Lifelong Wellness dation Inc. (LGFI) and Lo- minds us to always be well and Dr. Panaligan shared that Meanwhile, Dr. Solante by feces of an acutely infected Forum pez Lifelong Wellness (LLW) stay well. Sustaining the well- while flu is seen as a simple shared that it’s not the platelet carrier. (Benjo Sandoval) @ Meralco Mini Theater. Forum on disaster risk, crisis management and emergency preparedness. Walk the Talk celebrates 4th year 17: The Pink Run—D’ By Benjo Sandoval Feeting Breast Cancer, 3k/5k/10k/15k (McKinley). THERE’S no stopping Lopez lighted the people who made Rockwell Land Corporation Fee: P500. Visit www. Lifelong Wellness from propa- Walk the Talk 2009 series suc- (1st), Energy Development thepinkrun.com. gating the wellness philosophy cessful. Corporation (2nd), and Bayan 24: Adidas King of the as it celebrated Walk the Talk’s In his opening message, Telecommunications (3rd). Road, 5k/10k/21k (The 4th anniversary on September Alunan reiterated the impor- Certificates were also given to Fort). Fee: 850. Visit takbo. 18, 2010 at the La Mesa Na- tance of holistic wellness to an the 2009 venue hosts and food ph. ture Reserve in Quezon City. individual and how it is being sponsors. 18-20: Silent retreat @ Over 400 hundred Lopez practiced in the Group. Twelve individuals were Makiling. Fee: P4,500. Group employees and their “Unless we are well in body, perfect attendance awardees: Contact Dina , 0917- family members and friends mind and spirit, we will not be Asian Eye’s Noemi Luz Palo- 5235504. attended the wellness event able to meet fully our respon- mata; First Philippine Realty 25-27: Silent retreat @ sponsored by Energy Develop- sibilities and full potentials to Corporation’s Josie Frondoso, Tagaytay. Fee: P4,500. ment Corporation. self, family, company and com- Larry Jabeguero, Baltazar Contact Vina Pineda, The eight-kilometer walk munity. You can say that this is Gaña, Nerissa Barcela and Jo- 0920-908031 commenced at about 8 a.m. led by part of the Lopez Way—caring cel Palaña; Bhong Yumul of LGFI president Rafael M. Alunan Lopez Group chairman emeritus for its executives and employ- SKYCable; Roger Agaton of III, chairman Oscar M. Lopez, and Oscar M. Lopez, his son Benja- ees to build their companies to FWV Biofields Corporation; First Philippine Holdings corporate min R. Lopez, and Lifelong head last,” he stressed. and Lopez Group Foundation communications head Jay Lopez lead Rafael M. Alunan III. Cited for having the most Inc.’s Jimmy Hernandez, Julie family members and friends during 3rd LLW bowling After the walk, a short pro- number of participants in Walk Cuevas, Benjo Sandoval and the walk at the La Mesa Nature gram was held which high- the Talk’s 2009 series were Darlene Lamis. Reserve tourney launched By Faith Bacon

WITH 10 participating teams, the Lopez Lifelong Wellness (LLW) Bowling Tour- IT guy loses 78 pounds nament was launched in an opening cer- By Kane Choa emony on September 10 at the Green Val- ley Bowling Lanes. The participating teams in 32-inch pants. Overweight calories a day or 3,500 calories a my work performance. When I are ABS-CBN, First Gen, First Philippine since college, Labit won the week so I will not gain weight. was overweight, I sometimes Holdings Corp., Energy Development Corp., First Philippine battle against his weight prob- What was your lifestyle felt lazy and sleepy. I can now before? Industrial Corp., Philec, First Philec Manufacturing Technolo- lem by changing his lifestyle buy smaller size shirts and gies Corp., Rockwell, Lopez Inc. and the combined team of LLW and food intake habits. Here’s I ate a lot of rice, ulam, junk pants. and Lopez Holdings Corp. his story. foods, chocolates, ice cream, How do you maintain it How did you do it? nowadays? The tournament aims to enhance employees’ wellness as well drank a lot of soft drinks, and as provide a venue for interaction among kapamilyas to get to I started with brisk walking anything that came my way. I I stopped going to the gym know each other and bond within the spirit of friendly com- and jogging in the morning. also didn’t exercise. last May and I went back in petition and sportsmanship. I also enrolled in a gym and What drove you to lose August. When I’m not going weight? The tournament will be held for 12 Fridays until Novem- availed of the free training to the gym, I still do my brisk ber 26, except November 19. Aside from the team award, the program. When the free pro- Health and self esteem. I walking and jogging anytime Lonel Labit tries on his old 42-inch players are also competing for the individual Highest Average gram ended, ... I just gathered felt bad when I was buying during the day when I have an pants. award. all the ideas and training rou- my clothes before. I had to opportunity. I also keep track of Louie Martin of the LLW team welcomed the participating LONEL Labit, a business ana- tines and did everything by buy XXXL sizes and a lot of my calorie intake. What would you advise other teams in behalf of LLW head Rafael Alunan III while Cary lyst for corporate and subsidiar- myself. I religiously went to stores do not have stocks of big Lopez Jr. gave the inspirational message. ies solutions with ABS-CBN’s the gym three to five times a clothes. people who’ve been wanting After losing weight, what to lose weight? After the ceremonial rolling of the balls, the teams took the IT division, used to weigh 233 week. I was able to lose two oath of sportsmanship led by Rudy Icoy of Lopez Inc. The lbs. By the time he walked his pounds a week. difference did it make in Set your goal and take charge. How about your diet? your life? first-game competitors were determined by the drawing of bride down the aisle in Septem- Stick to your goal even if there lots. The night may have ended with some winners and losers ber 2010, he weighed 162 lbs. I still eat anything I want but I had more confidence in are obstacles that come along but each team definitely went home with a collective resolve to (he had hit 155 lbs. but felt he I’m computing my calorie in- facing people. I’m healthier and your way to losing weight. Don’t fight better and play harder next time. looked too thin) and could fit take. I should not exceed 2,000 I really feel that it has improved skip meals! Don’t keep the good news to yourself. Pass on your copy of LopezLink! Be a Facebook fan, sign up in http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lopezlink/86834229052. 11 Lopezlink October 2010 Sudoku Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! IT has been another busy and productive Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para and rewarding month for the Lopez Group ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, as trips, workshops, conferences, awarding column at kahon. ceremonies, sporting events and the like crowded our calendar. Most notable among these is President Dear Rosie Aquino’s first foreign trip as head of state on to celebrate its anniversary in November and to raise funds for its September 20-27, where Lopez Group chair- KaRUNungan 2010. We’ll provide more details soon! man emeritus Oscar M. Lopez and ABS-CBN Take a closer look at Asian Eye Institute in this issue as the chairman Eugenio Lopez III were among the country’s premiere eye care center marks its ninth year with its new top business leaders who made up the business logo and by adding a whole new floor to its flagship Rockwell Cen- delegation (government officials made up the ter clinic. Find out what new services are on offer—they just might 55-person official delegation). Lopez Group chairman Manuel M. -Lo offer the specific services you or your family and friends need. pez, meanwhile, welcomed the President during the townhall meeting ooOoo arranged by TFC at its studio in California. When is the airing of “Imortal”? Thanks!—Annirose Meanwhile, First Philec Solar Corporation (FPSC) scored a first “Imortal,” the exciting pairing of Angel Locsin and John Lloyd for the Group when it was inducted into the Palladium Balanced Cruz will start thrilling fans in the last week of October. This is a Scorecard Hall of Fame for Executing Strategy late last month. project their millions of fans have been waiting for, and we made Making the achievement even more remarkable for FPSC, one of sure it’s worth the wait. Watch for it! the first Philippine adopters of the BSC, is the fact that it is the first ooOoo private company in the Philippines to receive the recognition. One Lopez Group executive that I’ve always been curious about is In the Lopez Group Five-Year Strategic and Annual Budget Plan- Atty. Augusto Almeda Lopez. Having read the “Kapitan” book, I ning process in early September, speakers Ricky Carandang of Presiden- know he has been with ABS-CBN for a very long time. Is he relat-  Very Easy tial Communications Development and Strategic Planning Office and ed to the Lopezes? I hope you can feature him in the Lopez Values  Easy section too, like Ms Catahan and Mr. Liboro recently.—Madz  Medium Enoch Fung of the Goldman Sachs Economic Research Team pointed to You’ll be glad to know that Atty. Jake, as he is known, is the subject  Hard overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and tourism as the Philippines’ “bright hope amid the threat of a double dip recession in the global economy.” of one of our upcoming Lopez Values features. Yes, he has been work- Carandang noted that OFW are at record levels at $9.06 billion ing with the Group for almost 60 years and, at 80-something, still in the first six months of 2010. On the other hand, Fung described sits on the board of several Lopez Group companies. And, if you’re Answer to September puzzle tourism as “an area of opportunity because employment spreads familiar with the Ermita area, here’s a bit of trivia: Natividad Almeda Solution, tips and computer across the entire labor market.” Lopez St. is named for his mother, the country’s first female judge. program available at www. By the time this issue comes out, you’ll only have a couple of ooOoo sudoku.com days left to sign up for 10.10.10 Run for the Pasig River through Thanks for the beginners’ training program for runners that you ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.’s partner retail outlets (online registra- published. I have not actually started running yet but I clipped the GRIFFIN SIERRA tion is now closed). To get to the venues easily, from 4 a.m. to 9 a.m. article for inspiration. Will surely get around to hitting the Acad RECOMMENDS registered runners may present their race bibs on the MRT 3 and Oval one of these days!—Dianne travel on buses plying EDSA with the 10.10.10 Run for the Pasig River The Sphinx near Cairo, Egypt is one of the poster. The organizers are also implementing a no-littering rule, so If you have questions, comments, opinions, suggestions and reactions about anything and everything about the Lopez Group, please send oldest statues in the world make sure to find the nearest garbage bin for your trash. them to Dear Rosie through email [email protected] Post-10.10.10, don’t put your running shoes away yet as Knowl- or [email protected] or be a friend or fan on Facebook. edge Channel Foundation Inc. also has running events in the offing

Events Travel to the Holy Land: around Asia 57th Macau Grand Prix. Egypt, Israel and Jordan From November 18-21. By Carla Ricafort Atienza Tickets start at HK$50 (about P300). It coincides the Pool of Bethesda, and Ein Karem, the birthplace The weather here can get harsh, so bring a hat, with the Macau Fringe 2010 PEOPLE flock to the Holy Land to see the places of St. John Baptist. sunscreen and sunglasses. Dress modestly especially on November 12-28, an arts where the stories of the Bible were set. Commonly, Visit the Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of when visiting religious sites. For your electronic gad- and culture festival. tours like these will take you to Egypt, Israel and Jor- the Holy City of Jerusalem, the Ascension Chapel, the gets, keep in mind that Egypt uses 220-volt, two- Kumeu Art in the Garden dan. site where Jesus is said to have ascended into heaven, prong round plugs. 2010. In New Zealand on A trip to Egypt will not be complete without a visit and the Pater Noster Church, said to be where Jesus As this region is full of historical sights, plan a lon- November 6-7. It will feature to the Great Pyramids and the iconic Sphinx of Giza; taught the disciples to pray “Our Father.” ger holiday for these destinations. Call Griffin Sierra over 1,000 works of art in the evening, watch a belly dancing show on board a In the Garden of Gethsemane, you will find the at 898-2451 to 57 or email [email protected]. available for purchase direct Nile dinner cruise. The following day, spend some time Maria Magdalena Church and the Church of All ph and ask Mitzi, Alan or Sheina about trips to the from over 100 artists. Kumeu in the Egyptian Museum where you will find artifacts, Nations. Then, visit Mount Zion, the Last Supper’s Holy Land leaving toward the end of October. is a short drive away from relics, statues and jewelry from the pharaohs. Also visit Room and the Tomb of King David. Auckland. Old Cairo, Church of Abu Serga, St. Sergius Church Also visit Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus, the 2010 Formula 1 Etihad and Khan El Khalili bazaar. Church of the Nativity, where we find the Grotto of Na- Airways Abu Dhabi Grand You will need half a day to visit Memphis and tivity and Altar of Christ’s Birth and Manger’s Square. Prix. On November 12-14. Sakkara then drive to the Suez Canal to cross the tun- As you explore this region more, going through so Two-day ticket prices start at nel into Sinai, where you will find Moses Springs. A many other significant sites to visit such as Mt. Car- US$392 (about P17,000). trek up Moses Mountain will take you to the place mel, Bahai Shrine, Nazareth, Cana, Mt. Tabor, Galilee EXPO 2010. Closes on where God spoke to Moses. and Capernaum, you will find yourself crossing into October 31. It’s your last From Egypt, cross the Taba border to Israel, and Amman, Jordan. chance to catch this once-in- proceed to Qumran for a tour of the site where the In Jordan, a must-see is the hidden rock city of Pe- a-lifetime event! Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Visit the Old City of tra. Explore the rooms, tombs and places carved out Also ask about our spe- Jerusalem, where you will find Via Dolorosa, the path of the cliffs. From Petra, visit the Christian village of cials on domestic weekend that Jesus walked while carrying the cross, and the Madaba and see the ancient mosaic of the Holy Land, getaways to Boracay, Bohol, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the place of His burial then go to Mount Nebo where Moses viewed the Cebu, Legazpi City, Laoag and resurrection. Other sites in this area are St. Anne’s Promised Land. In the city of Amman, take a city tour and Palawan! (C. Atienza) Church, regarded as the birthplace of the Virgin Mary, that includes the Citadel and the Amphitheater. The Holy City of Jerusalem 12 Lopezlink October 2010

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Christmas shopping run-upBy Lisa Gomez

OCTOBER is the second “ber” month and beautiful accessories will liven up your basic The Spa that means only one thing—Christmas is outfits, corporate suits and gowns! After the just around the corner! Start your Christmas My Watch shopping shopping early (either for yourself or for your Show your nationalis- w o r k o u t loved ones) in ! tic side with watches and hours Mango from My Watch Phil- of walking, Most women have at least one or two Mango ippines, which offers treat your- pieces in their wardrobe, whether it is a casu- watches featuring the self to a body massage, facial treatment or nail al tank top or an elegant dress. Visit Mango’s Philippine map. The spa services at The Spa at the R2 Level! newly renovated store at the R1 Level for kiosk at the Archaeology wing features a October events unique and fashionable offerings. The store wide range of watches in all colors and sizes. On October 6 and has a modern, upbeat vibe which will surely Sebago 7, enjoy “A Grand get you in the mood for lots and lots of shop- In the ‘40s, boat Night for Singing” by ping! shoes were the Rodgers and Ham- Cosmopolitan Editorial Advisory Board Boo Chanco / Danny Gozo most fashion- merstein at the P1 Executive Editor Rosan Cruz For fab accessories that are one of a kind, able item to Concourse Level at Contributing Editors check out Cosmopolitan’s kiosk at the Ar- have in one’s 7 p.m. For inquiries, Carla Paras-Sison (Lopez Holdings) John Rojo (Bayan) chaeology wing. Find bib accessories, rings, closet. And now call 898-1702. Hap- Maite Bueno (Meralco) Susan Ortiz (SkyCable) bangles, earrings and a whole lot more! These they’re making a pening at the Rock- Estela de la Paz (First Gen) Sheila Quieta (ABS-CBN Publishing) comeback! Sebago, well Tent on October Kane Choa (ABS-CBN) Vienn Tionglico (Rockwell) a well-known international brand selling boat 15-17 is Rockwell’s Moonlit Bazaar. Visit Hazel Velasco (FPHC) Dulce Baybay (LGFI) Benjo Sandoval (Wellness) shoes in unique designs and colors, is at the Baker’s Dozen on weekends at the Concourse Circulation Lucy Torres (Tel. 449-2468) R2 Level. You can even personalize your shoes Level while kids and kids at heart may head to Editorial and Layout Mousetrap Publishing by picking your own color combinations! the Rockwell Tent on October 30 for Hallow- Simmons/Dwell een treats! Power Plant Mall’s pre-Christmas LopezLink is published by Lopez Holdings For those who love shopping for their homes, sale will also be happening this October. Also, Corp. PR Group Simmons/Dwell is now open at the R2 Lev- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 4/F Benpres Bldg., Ortigas, Pasig City Telefax: 633-3520 el. Find the perfect Visit the ICanServe Foundation booth For feedback, please email rcruz@lopez- mattress that will at P1 of Power Plant Mall on October holdings.ph. surely give a relax- 15-17; 22-24; 29-31. Check out www. Available online at www.Lopezlink.ph ing end to your busy powerplantmall.com or www.facebook. day. com/PowerPlantMall for updates!