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Why ABS-CBN ‘Working Bally goes to is saving PH meaningfully’ Rockwell…page 12 films…page 3 at KCFI…page 9 Lopezlink November 2019 Biz News Lopezlink November 2019 Students get inspiration to SKY offers discount Viewers nationwide continue pursue dreams in PMC caravan to AAP members By Kane Choa By Kane Choa to tune in to ABS-CBN THE media industry is an ex- one is “too young to make an FILIPINOS across the coun- “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” “Starla” (28.1%). Completing morning block with 38% in citing yet challenging world. impact” in the entertainment try still tune in to ABS-CBN (35%) is still the top choice of the list are “Home Sweetie contrast to GMA’s 27%. But being part of it is worth industry. for their daily news and enter- viewers nationwide, while “The Home: Extra Sweet” (25.5%), The Kapamilya network it and meaningful, accord- ABS-CBN head of Creative tainment fare as the network General’s Daughter” (34.1%) “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (24.6%) emerged triumphant again in ing to media experts from Communications Management logged an average audience ended its run strongly. and “Rated K: Handa Na Ba Metro Manila as it registered a ABS-CBN who shared their Robert Labayen spoke about share of 44% in October versus “The Voice Kids” (30.2%) Kayo?” (23.2%). 41% share versus GMA’s 25%. Ang Misyon president Federico R. Lopez welcomes guests to ‘OFY at 7’ experiences to over 800 stu- the importance of the Japanese GMA’s 31%, according to data remained the most watched Meanwhile, ABS-CBN In Mega Manila, ABS-CBN dent-delegates in the second concept “ikigai,” where one’s from Kantar Media. weekend show, while “Parasite won all time blocks in Octo- registered 35% while GMA got leg of the Pinoy Media Con- talent and passion intersect with The multinational audience Island” (28.8%) proved to be a ber, asserting its lead in prime 32%. gress (PMC) caravan held at what the world needs. Growing SKY Cable division head for consumer sales Edwin Pahate (2nd from right) measurement provider uses a hit among viewers. Rounding time where it recorded a 47% In Total Luzon, ABS-CBN OFY treats guests to and AAP chief operating officer Mark Desales seal the partnership as SKY nationwide panel size of 2,610 out the top five most watched share versus GMA’s 32%, in earned 40% versus GMA’s 33%. Lyceum of the Philippines up as an aspiring songwriter in key accounts manager Jacqueline Gumabon and AAP business development University Cavite. Bicol, Labayen found his own urban and rural homes that programs nationwide is “TV the afternoon block with 45% It also won in Total Visayas manager Kristine Leonardo look on Jeff Canoy, who shared his balance as he spearheads the represent 100% of the total Patrol” (28.2%). compared to GMA’s 34%, in with 53%, beating GMA’s 25%, classics, ‘surprise’ pieces Philippine TV viewing popula- Making its debut in the top the noontime block with 44% as well as in Total Mindanao journey from writing for the creation of the network’s sum- THE 50,000-strong Automo- and AAP business develop- tion. 10 is new Kapamilya teleserye versus GMA’s 30% and in the with 49%, trailed by GMA’s 28. student paper to making it as an mer and Christmas station IDs, bile Association of the Philip- ment manager Kristine Leon- in anniversary show award-winning multiplatform writing and cowriting most of pines (AAP) can soon access the ardo and chief operating officer By Jennifer Rivera journalist, gave a fresh perspec- the songs. rich entertainment content that Mark Desales. tive on journalism, calling it as ABS-CBN Film Restoration SKY offers at a lower cost as the AAP members can avail of SINCE Ang Misyon began in “In Ang Misyon, our schol- Far Eastern University’s Bam- a “love letter to the public.” He head Leo Katigbak explained Creative Communications two companies signed a key ac- the slashed SKYcable and SKY TVplus Go now available in 7-Eleven’s CliQQ 2012, the vision to reach excel- ars hold the key to unlocking boo Wand, Drum and Bugle encouraged the young commu- the importance of movies in Management head Robert Labayen count partnership agreement. Fiber installation rates by calling ABS-CBN TVplus Go is now prise Inc. and Philippine Seven 7-Eleven store. Lead time for Trisha Pascual, general lence in music for a better Phil- the full potential of this move- Corps, and faculty and students nicators to be agile in produc- culture and history, and what The partnership gives AAP the SKY hotline at 3418-0000 available in 7-Eleven’s e-com- Corporation. delivery is three to five days for manager of Gate Distribution, ippines has remained clear. ment, and the tangible results of St. Scholastica’s College and ing stories as “agility is key in ABS-CBN is doing now to Bayan Mo, iPatrol Mo head members and employees a P500 or applying at any of the SKY merce arm, CLiQQ Shop, as With the partnership, cus- Metro Manila and five to seven added: “The CLiQQ facility is To showcase how its schol- we’ve seen so far only inspires Philippine Women’s University. doing truth in love.” preserve and restore classic Fili- Rowena Paraan, ABS-CBN discount on SKY’s installation Zone branches in Metro Ma- ABS-CBN signed a distribu- tomers can order TVplus Go days for Luzon branches. available 24/7 so customers can ars have grown in its music us to do more,” Ang Misyon Fellow members of the music Pete Dizon, ABS-CBN’s pino films. head of Print Publishing and fee on SKYcable and SKY Fiber nila, Cebu and Davao. Custom- tion partnership for TVplus Go via cliqqshop.com and pick “In line with ABS-CBN’s actually purchase TVplus Go programs, the Orchestra of the president Federico R. Lopez and arts community includ- youngest TV production busi- The third leg of the PMC Ide8 Mark Yambot and ABS- plans. ers can also inquire at the SKY with Gate Distribution Enter- up the devices at the nearest vision of being in the service through the CLiQQ shop any Filipino Youth (OFY)—Ang said as he welcomed the audi- ing Marlon Chen of Manila ness unit head of noontime caravan, scheduled for Novem- CBN Film Archives head Julie SKY and AAP signed the business centers in San Juan of the Filipino, the ABS-CBN time of the day.” Misyon’s main performing ence to the anniversary concert Symphony Orchestra and Noel variety program “It’s Show- ber 8, featured Dizon, ABS- Galino at Cebu Normal Uni- partnership at the AAP Tower and Caloocan or contact SKY TVplus Go allows our Kapam- Customers can use their arm—played classical pieces, held at Areté in Ateneo de Ma- Martin of Valenzuela Youth time,” underscored that no CBN News Public Service and versity. in New Manila. Present at the representatives Nina Chavez from Richard Wagner’s “Rien- nila University on October 27. Orchestra showed their sup- ilya who spend hours in traffic, CliQQ wallet in purchas- event were SKY Cable division (0998-9682807/NDChavez@ lining up in transport terminals ing their unit as well as their zi” Overture, Gustav Mahler’s Conducted by OFY music port as well. head for consumer sales Ed- skycable.com) and Jacqueline Symphony No.1 “Titan”: IV. director Joshua Dos Santos, The “OFY at 7” concert was or in the train stations every 7-Eleven rewards points or win Pahate and key accounts Gumabon (0998-9693839/ day to be able to watch their pay cash on delivery. They can Stürmisch bewegt, to original surprise pieces energized the made possible by the Washing- FPH board declares cash dividends manager Jacqueline Gumabon, [email protected]). Pilipino music including Ryan crowd as he engaged them dur- ton Sycip Family Foundation, favorite TV shows live as they choose which 7-Eleven store Cayabyab’s “Kay Ganda ng ing the show, which closed with Rockwell Land Corporation THE board of directors of per share. The dividend is pay- 2019 will also receive a P1.00 air while on the go and without they want it to be delivered. An needing to spend data to watch. SMS will be sent to the cus- Ating Musika,” Constancio de a standing ovation. and BDO. First Philippine First Philippine Holdings able on or before December 2, cash dividend per share pay- Promos & offers Guzman’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” The concert had an at- Holdings Corporation, First Corporation at its meeting 2019 to shareholders of record able on or before December With ABS-CBN TVplus Go tomer once the unit is ready for and “Songs for the Youth,” a tendance of nearly 600, with Gen Corporation and ABS- on November 7 declared a as of November 22, 2019. 17, 2019. Kids rule on SKYcable! we hope to provide moments of pick up in the store. medley of timeless local com- audiences from music groups CBN were also acknowledged cash dividend for Series C Common shareholders of Shares trade ex-dividend on Children of all ages won’t run out of fun shows to watch with entertainment to ease the dis- TVplus Go will also be avail- L-R: Trisha Pascual, Gate Distribution general manager; Edgardo Razon, positions arranged by Ria Vil- such as the University of the for their support for Ang Mi- Preferred shares of P13.75 record as of November 22, November 19, 2019. the variety of kids’ channels on SKYcable. Catch Cartoon Net- comfort of their daily commute able through CLiQQ Shop in work HD’s old and new cartoon series and movies, from “Ben10,” Sales head of ABS-CBN Convergence; Zenon Isaac, head of Marketing and struggle,” said Zenon Isaac, 7-Eleven stores in the Visayas lena-Osorio. Philippines Symphonic Band, syon through the years. Content Management for Digital Payments and Mobile Service of ABS-CBN “Powerpuff Girls” and “The Amazing World of Gumball,” to new ABS-CBN’s head of Market- and Mindanao next year. (K. Convergence; and Daniel Marogy, CliQQ managing director By Frances Ariola shows like “Steven Universe,” every Thursday. Boomerang, meaning for Mobile Services. Choa) Special Feature while, offers “Tom and Jerry Show,” “Mr. Bean: The Animated Series” and “My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic.” Catch “Be Will Negros Island or Leyte be the first in the country to be 100% powered by RE? Cool, Scooby-Doo!” and the gang’s zany misadventures every day. On Nickelodeon, “SpongeBob SquarePants,” “JoJo’s Follow Your Katigbak talks about saving Filipino AS the Philippines continues wet steam field in the world. D.R.E.A.M.” and “Henry Danger” bring nonstop enjoyment. On to move toward attaining en- The facility supplies power to weekdays, follow Ryder and other rescue dogs in “Paw Patrol.” Top ergy security amid worsening Leyte-II Electric Cooperative wildlife filmmakers and early childhood experts bring ZooMoo’s films in ANC’s ‘Think Possible’ climate-related challenges, the and Leyte-III Electric Co- shows designed for learning for young kids. Each Tuesday, viewers islands of Negros and Leyte are operative in the province of HOW can we preserve Filipino dents, Katigbak talks about the can join the Teddies, Dom, Meeks, Tizzy and Sparky in “Teddy- culture through film restora- history of Philippine cinema, making the case for communi- Leyte and several other elec- world,” while Disney Channel airs the “Frozen Specials”—“Fro- ties fully powered by renewable tric cooperatives in the Visayas tion? This is the question that explaining how humid weather zen Fever” on Nov. 10, “Frozen” on Nov. 17 and “The Story of ABS-CBN Film Restoration and the expensive cost of stor- energy (RE). region. Frozen” on Nov. 24. SKYcable subscribers may add Baby TV, The abundance of RE On the other hand, EDC’s head Leo Katigbak answers ing film reels properly has led ZooMoo, Miao Mi, Da Vinci Kids and Boomerang to their cable in the second “Think Possible” to the loss of many of the coun- sources in both islands give Southern Negros Geother- TV lineup for only P20/month and Cartoon Network HD, Nick them the edge over other parts mal Project or SNGP supplies Lightbulb Session of ANC. try’s old movies. Jr. and Nickelodeon for P50/month by signing up at mysky.com. Media veteran Katigbak He guides them through the of the country. Key to meeting 2MW to Negros Oriental I ph/addchannels. For more details, visit mysky.com.ph. this goal is the installed geo- Electric Cooperative, 25MW has overseen the restoration of restoration process and the ef- thermal capacity of Energy to Negros Oriental II Electric around 180 Filipino films. He forts undertaken by ABS-CBN Development Corporation’s Cooperative, 20MW to Central strongly believes that cinema re- Film Restoration to get audi- (EDC) Negros and Leyte fa- Negros Electric Cooperative flects a nation’s culture and his- ences to watch and appreciate tory, and through ABS-CBN’s these restored classics through cilities. With EDC’s clean, reliable renewable energy in its Leyte and Negros facilities, will any of these two provinces be the first to be 100% powered by RE? and 3MW to Northern Negros ABS-CBN Film Restoration head Leo Katigbak For almost 40 years, EDC Electric Cooperative. These “Sagip Pelikula” advocacy, he has the “Sagip Pelikula” campaign. has been powering the islands opment-Market Planning & able country to climate-related Most importantly, apart ducer of geothermal energy comprise around 16% of the been spreading the word on the “This is a legacy borne out ogy, of our past, so we can stop YouTube channel, while shorter with what is considered the Contracts. hazards and we need to take from being more eco-friendly, after the US and Indonesia, island’s power supply out of its importance of saving, restoring of the mantra of ABS-CBN, repeating mistakes,” Katigbak versions are aired on ANC’s holy grail of RE sources. To date, EDC has a geother- bold action to reverse that. One electricity generated from mostly because of EDC which peak demand of 312MW. and preserving Filipinos’ best which is to be in the service of says. newscasts 24/7. “Since geothermal energy mal capacity of 1,181 megawatts decisive step we can take is to geothermal sources is helping accounts for 61% of the coun- “With the examples set by works in filmmaking. the Filipino people. We are a “Think Possible” is a 30-min- Watch Katigbak’s “Think can provide continuous power (MW) or 60% of the country’s transform our energy sector consumers enjoy more com- try’s current installed capacity. the provinces of Negros and In front of fellow media media company and that is one ute session featuring change- Possible” Lightbulb Ses- 24 hours a day, it serves as the total geothermal output. and the islands of Negros and petitively priced power rates, EDC’s 711.4-MW Leyte Leyte, we are optimistic that practitioners, members of the of the legacies we want to leave makers and innovators. Epi- sion on youtube.com/ best source of baseload power,” “Studies have repeatedly Leyte show that it is possible according to Bailon. Geothermal Project or LGP is a greener energy future lies in local film community and stu- behind, a record of our psychol- sodes are available on the ANC watch?v=06gc2CzY6BY. said Marvin Kenneth Bailon, pointed out that the Philip- and now even a reality,” added The Philippines is currently home to its largest geothermal store for the entire country,” head of EDC’s Business Devel- pines is the third most vulner- Bailon. the world’s third largest pro- facility and has the biggest Bailon concluded. Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline Lopezlink November 2019 Lopezlink November 2019

couch potato treats Comptrollers’ Circle Top love teams poised for Learning never stops for comptrollers, TV comeback in 2020 By Kane Choa accounting and finance officers ABS-CBN unveiled its upcom- THE Lopez Group Comptrol- nior managers from the audit, ing teleseryes featuring the TV lers’ Circle, on its 20th year, held business advisory and tax group comeback of the country’s most its regular annual conference on and included Vivian Cruz- sought-after love teams, KathN- accounting, taxation and vari- Ruiz, Roel Lucas, Editha Es- iel and LizQuen; Bea Alonzo and ous regulatory updates. tacio, Noel Rabaja, Cathy Lo- Richard Gutierrez’s first team-up; The event at the First Philip- pez, Albert Bon, Frances Rose Team Sarah’s Vanjoss Kim Chiu, Xian Lim and Yam pine Holdings Group training Villamayor, Arlyn Sarmiento- Concepcion’s romance drama; and hall at the Rockwell Business Sy, Carlo Kristle Dimarucut, wins ‘The Voice Kids’ Gerald Anderson’s action series at Center was attended by more Erwin Paigma and Catherine Twelve-year-old Vanjoss Bayaban of coach Sarah the ABS-CBN Christmas trade than 240 Comptrollers’ Circle Fernandez. Geronimo’s team dominated the vocal showdown party on October 30. members on October 24. Before the start of the tech- in the latest season of “The Voice Kids” to become After the record-breaking movie The seminar included the nical training, a meditation ses- its grand champion. Vanjoss, a native of Panga- “The Hows of Us,” Kathryn - Ber latest updates in accounting sion was conducted by Mitos sinan, soared with the highest combined per- nardo and Daniel Padilla will make and tax regulations which are Santisteban of Lopez Group centage of text and online votes, 62.11%, beating their return to television with a relevant and applicable to the Foundation Inc., the National coach Bamboo’s bet Carmelle Collado (24.74%) teleserye to be shot in Mexico. Enrique Gil and Liza Soberano (left) and Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo charm guests at the ABS-CBN Christmas trade comptrollers’ group as well as Coordinator of the World Com- and coach Lea Salonga’s representative Cyd Pan- Liza Soberano and Enrique Gil, party information pertaining to cy- munity for Christian Meditation gca (13.15%). The newest “The Voice Kids” grand meanwhile, reunite with director bersecurity, financial reporting and JM Rebueno, which was ap- champion” won P2 million cash, a recording and Cathy Garcia-Molina for the roman- Gerald leads the pack in “A while Filipino teenagers will have rers; Iza Calzado’s “Loving Emily”; and year-end audit reminders. preciated by the participants be- management contract with MCA Music, and a tic comedy “Make It With You.” Soldier’s Heart,” which also stars another chance at becoming sing- Sam Milby and Yassi Pressman’s Technical topics cause of its benefits. house and lot from Camella worth P2 million. Bea gets caught in a love triangle Elmo Magalona, Nash Aguas, ing superstars as “The Voice Teens” “Tapes”; and The Gold Squad’s The technical topics - pre Some of the science-based in her first project with Richard Jerome Ponce, Yves Flores, Vin returns soon. digital films. sented included an overview of benefits of meditation are stress and Rafael Rosell in “Kahit Min- Abrenica and Carlo Aquino. iWant also continues to beef Jodi Sta. Maria’s first project Philippine Financial Report- reduction, anxiety control, pro- san Lang,” while Xian becomes Talent search “Your Moment” up its variety of content with Arjo as a producer, “My Single Lady” ing Standards 16 (Leases), ac- motion of emotional health, conflicted between his wife Yam featuring judges Billy Crawford, Atayde’s “Bagman,” whose sec- starring Ian Veneracion, Zanjoe counting for uncertain income enhancement of self-awareness and her half sister Kim in “Love Nadine Lustre and Boy Abunda ond installment will feature Carlo Marudo and Jodi herself, will also tax positions (International and lengthened attention span. Thy Woman.” premiered on November 9 and 10, Aquino; two Nathalie Hart star- stream soon on iWant. Clockwise from top: Jei-Jei Gertes (Third Generation Holdings), Milet Sabella (FPH), Mina Ubaña (FPH and First Gen), Edith Estacio (SGV), Lanie Caimol Financial Reporting Interpre- It may also reduce age-related (Lopez Holdings) and Jingle Hernandez (Lopez Inc.); Gertes with Mitos Santisteban (Lopez Group Foundation Inc.); Comptrollers’ Circle members and tations Committee 23), regula- memory loss and help fight ad- participants during the seminar tory updates from the Bureau dictions, among others. One Music X fest set to rock Manila of Internal Revenue, Bureau Two decades of excellence velopments in relevant topics This year marks two decades are aligned with best prac- lic Accountants, Association of of Customs, Board of Invest- On December 4, 2019, the outside the sphere of account- of continuous professional ex- tices standards and to promote Certified Public Accountants THE biggest international Watch for the biggest music ABS-CBN’s continuing efforts to ments, Philippine Economic Comptrollers’ Circle will hold ing and financial reporting so cellence of the Comptrollers’ work-life balance among its in Commerce and Industry, Filipino music festival finally acts led by KZ Tandingan, Yeng bring immersive Kapamilya expe- Zone Authority and Securities its 20th annual general assem- as to assist the comptrollers in Circle. Through the years, it has members. and Tax Management Associa- comes home as One Music X Constantino, Darren Espanto, riences in awe-inspiring live shows, and Exchange Commission, bly at the ELJ Communica- their personal development. continuously aimed to provide Aside from Lopez Group tion of the Philippines. CSB team to represent 2019 (1MX) is all set to rock Sandwich, Itchyworms, Mayon- fan meets, theater productions and and cybersecurity fundamen- tions Center. This group-wide This event will coincide with management with real-time, activities, the Comptrollers’ The Lopez Group Comp- Manila on November 22. naise, IV of Spades, Agsunta and concerts here and abroad. tals. conference is organized annu- the group’s Christmas party useful, accurate and reliable Circle also actively participates trollers’ Circle core team in- PH in HADO World Following 1MX sold- more surprise guests. Experience the most awaited The whole-day affair was ally to update Lopez Group aimed at fostering fellowship financial statements, ensuring in various professional organi- cludes Jingle Hernandez, Lanie Cup out concerts in Dubai, 1MX was launched in 2017, music festival in the country, 1MX conducted by SGV & Co. The comptrollers, accounting and and camaraderie among the that individual company inter- zations, particularly the Philip- Caimol, Jei-Jei Gertes, Mina The De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (CSB) UAE and Singapore, where spearheaded by Star Music, MOR Manila, at Centris Elements in speakers were partners and se- finance officers on current de- members. ests, processes and procedures pine Institute of Certified Pub- Ubaña and Aldrin Cerrado. AniGators claimed the crown in the inaugural world-class Filipino artists 101.9 For Life!, MYX Philippines, Quezon City. National Collegiate Athletics Association HADO conquered the international One Music PH and TFC with a Tickets cost P899 for VIP and Biz Excellence Pilipinas Tournament Finals held on October 25. stage, the stars this time will goal to showcase Pinoy talents on P499 for general admission. To get 1MX Manila headliners KZ Tandingan and Darren The AniGators beat the Emilio Aguinaldo College get to showcase their singing the world stage. your tickets, log on to www.ticket- Espanto Crim Pythons to become the Philippines’ first team prowess in their homeland. The music festival is also part of net.com.ph. (K. Choa) representative to the HADO World Champion- EDC nabs top honors in 54th Anvil Awards By Frances Ariola ships in Tokyo this December. The CSB team, which finished the tournament with no recorded ‘It’s Showtime’ cited for championing Filipino arts and culture ENERGY Development Cor- ered the most outstanding among loss, is composed of Niccolo Perez, John Basoc, Jael poration (EDC) received one other Gold and Silver Award re- Dango, Mika Lariosa and Fiel Julo. “IT’S Showtime,” which recently of the highest citations in the cipients in the PR Tools category. marked its 10th anniversary, was 54th Anvil Awards of the Pub- EDC also took home four recognized by the National Com- lic Relations Society of the Gold and two Silver awards for ‘Pamilya Ko’ nets new mission for Culture and the Arts Philippines (PRSP), along with various projects in the PR Pro- all-time high rating (NCCA) for its major contribu- six other honors in various cat- grams category. These are for its Chico’s ( JM de Guzman) tions to Filipino arts and culture egories, bringing the company’s BINHI national greening legacy breakdown after discover- and for promoting it globally. win to a total of seven awards. program that engages stakehold- ing that he is not the le- The “Katibayan ng Pagpapa- PRSP’s Anvil Awards is an ers in saving threatened species of gitimate son of Luz (Sylvia halaga” was presented by NCCA’s annual event widely considered native Philippine trees, the BIN- Sanchez) was a hit among Shirley Halili-Cruz, the National as the “Oscars” of Philippine HI Youth Camp which is focused viewers as “Pamilya Ko” Committee on Dance chairman, public relations that recognizes on developing youth eco-leaders scored its new all-time high and Rene Napeñas, head of NCCA’s outstanding, effective and inno- in the Negros Islands, EDC CA- national TV rating on Nov. Public Affairs and Information Of- vative PR programs and tools REERS (College Admission, 6. The episode recorded 23.5% compared to its ri- fice, who were also part of the panel NCCA’s Shirley Halili-Cruz and Rene Napeñas (right) present the “Katibayan ng Pagpapahalaga” to the hosts of “It’s Showtime” by companies, organizations Review and Readiness) scholar- val show “Wowowin” that got 17.7%, according to of judges that critiqued this year’s and agencies in the country. ship and professional guidance data from Kantar Media. As Chico continues to “Magpasikat” performances. For the past 10 years, it has giv- to champion original Pilipino mu- only sing but also create original EDC’s “OMGeo” travel vlog, program, and the Battle of the unravel the secrets of the past, his struggle drives “It’s Showtime” was launched as en Filipinos a chance to showcase sic with its revival of the singing Filipino music. an ecotourism initiative that Brains-Negros science quiz bee a morning talent-variety show that their talents and also represent competition “Tawag ng Tangha- Continue to join “It’s Show- EDC’s Platinum Anvil and six other Anvil awards were received by Ricky Carandang, VP-Corporate Communications; Jay Joel Soriano, AVP-Integrated showcases the geothermal re- competition for high school stu- Fernan ( Joey Marquez) and Luz to unite to face Planning; Allan Barcena, CSR head; Armando Arciaga Jr., Negros Geothermal Facility head-OIC; Norreen Bautista, Negros CSR team head; Frances Ariola the obstacles their family faces. Don’t miss “Pami- brought together provinces and their hometowns and respective lan” and the launch of TNT Re- time” in celebrating its 10th anni- sources as well as other natural dents that aims to generate and cities with each competing group’s cultures. cords, which aims to introduce versary on weekdays and Saturdays and Kreeshia Share, Corporate Communications; Marie Christine Jamiana, Negros External Relations head; Jimson Solatre, Damsel Fruto and Ariel dela wonders in Negros Island, won a sustain awareness on environ- lya Ko” airing weekdays on ABS-CBN. Cruz, CSR Group; and Zecariah Chito Jumawan, BINHI Youth Champion and vlogger performance onstage. “It’s Showtime” also continues new Filipino music icons who not on ABS-CBN. (K. Choa) Platinum Anvil Award—consid- mental and energy issues. Lopezlink November 2019 Lopezlink November 2019 LAA Winners ‘May we be inspired by Gina’s example’ Closing remarks by Lopez Group love for the poor, whom she chairman Manuel M. Lopez at served with great passion 1 2 3 4 the LAA 2019 awards ceremony and determination. We could CONGRAT ULAT IONS all learn from that, and how to all our five LAA winners to commit to duty, love our Customer Focus category winner: Dissecting Data Team this year! You have set the bar neighbor and how to serve higher! Congratulations also through our time and talent. to our Unsung Hero, Ruel de With respect to her work Luna, membership supervisor with the Lopez Group, Gina of Rockwell Club! was the managing director of I cannot help but feel the ABS-CBN Foundation emotional with the Lifetime from 1994 to 2014. She pio- Achievement Award we just neered educational television gave my niece, the late Gina. in the Philippines which put in She was a truly admirable per- place video libraries in 10,000 son from whom we all could public schools. ETV aired in learn so much. the span of 15 years a total of I remember Gina in her 16 educational programs over 5 6 7 younger days, really a free ABS-CBN which include spirit. As many of you may shows on science, math, val- have already heard her story, at ues, history and English. For one million trees, among others. cipient of a $1.5-million grant Customer Focus category winner: iWant Team 18 she left her family to join “Sineskwela,” Gina was hon- The La Mesa Eco Park on the from the Asian Development the Ananda Marga, which ored with the Unesco Kalinga other hand has become a fa- Bank from the Japan Fund for attracted her for its stress on Award, the first Southeast vorite recreation destination of Poverty Reduction. meditation, the ascetic lifestyle Asian to earn that distinction. families and students. It is also For her efforts in reha- and service to the poor. Gina launched Bantay called the “prenup photography bilitating the Pasig River, Gina This caused so much pain Bata 163 in 1997—the first capital” of the Philippines for was appointed by former Pres- and anxiety to her father, my rescue hotline for abused its popularity as a prenuptial ident Benigno Aquino as the brother, the late Geny, and children in Asia. Bantay Bata pictorial location. chairperson of the Pasig River to all of us. For 20 years she was the United Nations Grand For the Pasig River rehab, Rehabilitation Commission was in the movement, living Awardee for Excellence, best- KBPIP conducted social prep- (PRRC) in 2010. And after among the poorest of the poor ing 187 countries all over the arations to gain the trust of the her stint at the PRRC ended, in India, then Portugal, then world. In a span of 23 years, members of the communities the agency continued the re- 8 9 10 11 Zambia, and finally in Kenya. Bantay Bata 163 impacted the that were going to be affected habilitation using her KBPIP Geny and her mother, Chi- lives of over a million children by the rehabilitation. Gina template which included social 1. FPH chairman Federico R. Lopez; 2. CPI president Ernie L. Lopez with Lopez Group chairman Manuel M. Lopez, ta, were able to visit her twice through rescue, medical as- went from house to house to preparations prior to mass re- Business Management category winner: San Gabriel PSA Team FRL and ABS-CBN chairman Mark L. Lopez; 3. Unsung Hero Ruel de Luna of Rockwell Land; 4. PeoplePods chief for “Strengthening First Gen’s graduate 248 interns in 2019, in that span of two decades, sistance, legal assistance, nu- explain the benefits of the relocation, linear park develop- Daniel Lopez Layug; 5. Lopez Group executives prepare to announce the winners; 6. Hosts Nicole Cordoves, Natural Gas Business: Imple- up from last year’s 90 interns. once in Zambia and the other trition services and parenting habilitation to their quality of ment and the deployment of Martin Vargas and Manna Vargas Morada; 7. Kuh Ledesma; 8. Robert Seña; 9. Gian Magdangal; 10. Janella menting the 6-Year Power Sup- “Sir, this is for you,” said time in Kenya. Every meeting seminars which promote posi- life and the environment. Her River Warriors, a team of com- Salvador and K-La Rivera; and 11. Elha, Mitoy Yonting and Lyca Gairanod ply Agreement with Meralco KCFI head of access, schools was so emotional and brought tive discipline and the rights of efforts led to mass relocation munity volunteers deputized for the 420-MW San Gabriel and community engagement my brother to tears. Gina’s own children. In addition, Bantay without hostilities. She also by the PNP to ensure that PLAYING... weather but on our water supply, and “iWant: The Great Shift.” Power Project” spearheaded by Doris Nuval, addressing Lopez memories of those visits were Bata 163 built the Children’s spearheaded and succeeded at the river is cared for. Because from page 1 agriculture, food systems, ma- ANC anchor/managing the San Gabriel PSA Team. Group chairman emeritus Os- very intense. You can read this Village, a halfway home which the rehabilitation of the cen- of Gina’s example during her rine and terrestrial ecosystems editor Cathy Yang, speaking on “This is very special to us and car M. Lopez. account in the “Phoenix,” the sheltered rescued children. tury-old Paco Market in an ef- term at the PRRC, the agency and biodiversity, disease vectors, behalf of the Dissecting Data will certainly motivate us because In the Public Responsibil- THE Fifth at Rockwell in book on the Lopez family by Gina founded Bantay Ka- fort to clean the most polluted was able to continue a well- livability of entire regions of the Team, said: “…Data wasn’t the next round of PSAs has been ity category, “Lola Sayong Eco- Raul Rodrigo. As she herself likasan in 1998, a program which estero of the Pasig River, Estero supported rehab process. In Power Plant Mall played world, and the vulnerability of always a business, it was for announced by Meralco. So, we Surf Camp: Beyond the Board” narrated, in Kenya, they were advocates for the protection of de Paco. 2017, the PRRC was awarded first-time host to the- Lo our cities and urban infrastruc- everyone. This is what we dis- have a lot of inspiration going enabled ABS-CBN Lingkod going into a restaurant but she the environment. Its most no- Gina through KBPIP was the Asia River Prize for the pez Achievement Awards ture to extreme weather events, covered in our yearlong journey. forward,” said Maria Aurora Kapamilya Foundation Inc. (AL- couldn’t even enter because table achievements include the able to relocate a total of 3,000 success of the ongoing reha- (LAA), themed “Playing to just to name a few.” This is the pinnacle of it, but Ceniza, vice president for Busi- KFI), through Bantay Kalikasan she thought it would be their successful reforestation of the families of informal settlers bilitation of the Pasig River. Win,” on October 17. At the same time, the FPH it’s just the start… This is such ness Development Group-Gas. and Gubatnon for Adventour- last meal together. But it was 1,552 hectares of the La Mesa who used to live on the Pasig In June 2016, Gina was ap- Operations Management category winner: Knowledge Channel Foundation Inc. Five teams, an Unsung Hero chairman stressed, “within our a great opportunity to actually “Knowledge Channel and ism Inc., to return to the LAA’s a decision she made about her Watershed, the rehabilitation River waterways in a 107-hect- pointed by President Rodrigo and a Lifetime Achievement lifetimes we will see history’s leverage and scale up. Thank the Power of Interns” propelled win column for another year. life and she stood by it. of the La Mesa Eco Park and are resettlement community Duterte as Secretary of the De- Awardee received LAA trophies greatest paradigm shift unfold you so much. And to my whole the Knowledge Channel Team “Para sa bayan at para sa Unknown to Gina, Geny the rehabilitation of 17 esteros called BayaniJuan sa Southville partment of Environment and from Lopez Group chairman before our eyes. Armed with a team, maraming salamat.” of Knowledge Channel Foun- kalikasan, ang tagumpay na ito would tell his friends in San of the Pasig River through her (BNJ) in Calauan, Laguna. The Natural Resources. She closed Manuel M. Lopez (MML), heart for social justice and a pio- One OTT head Elaine Uy- dation Inc. (KCFI) to the top ay inaalay namin sa ‘yo, Ma’am Francisco, where he was living program called Kapit Bisig Para community opened its doors 23 mines, suspended five others First Philippine Holdings Cor- neering entrepreneurial spirit, Casipit, recalling that iWant was of the Operations Management Gina Lopez,” said Joy Endraca, in exile during martial law, that sa Ilog Pasig (KBPIP). to an additional 2,000 families and pushed for the banning of poration (FPH) chairman and let me say that this climate crisis relaunched just a year ago, teased category. Bantay Kalikasan site specialist he greatly admired Gina for her Through Bantay Kalikasan’s who were affected by typhoon open-pit mining. However, on Intern power CEO Federico R. Lopez (FRL) is precisely the kind of challenge that the win meant added pres- for Sorsogon, referring to the willingness to live under such Save the La Mesa Watershed Ondoy in 2009. BNJ was man- May 3, 2017, the Commission and ABS-CBN chairman Mark the Lopez Group was built for. sure for the team ahead of an- The foundation led by late ALKFI head. circumstances and her com- campaign, Gina was able to ral- aged by the ABS-CBN Foun- on Appointments formally L. Lopez at The Fifth, the new- We have this one great opportu- other run at the LAA in 2020. president Rina Lopez-Bautista “…Kayang-kaya at pwedeng- mitment to serve others. Con- ly volunteers and donors to save dation, which left behind for rejected her appointment as est event space in town. nity to be a part of it. I wouldn’t “Maraming salamat for all reestablished KCFI’s Volunteer pwede pala. Baon namin lahat ng ditions were really dire where the last remaining forest in the the community two schools, a Environment Secretary. Role of Lopez Values miss this for the world.” the support. Please download Management Program and aral at inspirasyon mo sa aming Gina lived. Her ration was one city at the turn of the century. wet and dry market, livelihood Back to her private life, FRL underscored the cru- Five at The Fifth iWant, everybody needs to have harnessed intern power to help paglalakbay. Patuloy naming pa- bucket of water per day. Can any The La Mesa watershed which centers, medical clinic, sports Gina established the I Love cial role of the Lopez Values in Customer Focus was an iWant here,” she added. in animating textbooks used gyayabungin ang punla ng pan- of us here live on just one bucket was once classified as a severely field and a church when the Foundation (I LOVE meaning view of the climate crisis facing ABS-CBN show as the com- Winning ways by public school children for garap at pagmamahal na iniwan of water for a whole day? disturbed forest is now home project was turned over to the “Investments in Loving Orga- the world today. pany came away with wins for First Gen continued its the foundation’s Basa Bilang mo sa amin. Maraming, maram- That showed not just com- to 125 bird species, a newly local government of Calauan Public Responsibility category winner: Bantay Kalikasan and Gubatnon for Adventourism Inc. Such, FRL said, “will have two entries—“Dissecting Data winning ways by tabbing a vic- project. Despite its limited mitment, but such enormous discovered cave and more than in 2017. The project was a re- Turn to page 11 Turn to page 11 far-reaching effects not only on (Making Sense of the Numbers)” tory in Business Management resources, KCFI was able to Lopezlink November 2019 Corporate Sustainability Museum/Values Lopezlink November 2019 ALKFI, Nueva Ecija basketball Ongoings By Yna Musico and Briel Lising team advocate for the youth By Carissa Reyno Our national hero as artist ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapami- lya Foundation Inc. (ALKFI) JOSE Rizal was known for with personages who would consciousness of the Philip- Rizal: The Hero as Artist” has partnered with Nueva Ecija the many hats he wore—nov- be lauded as masters of Phil- pines’ national hero, from his at Areté, Ateneo de Manila men’s basketball team Bespren elist, poet, doctor, insurgent, ippine art, it is no surprise, sculptures created during his University on December 1, 2 to help fund the eco-youth de- polyglot. Wherever he went, therefore, that Rizal himself schooldays to illustrations p.m.-4 p.m. Registration fee velopment programs of the late Rizal found new occupations, had his own brush with the and sketches reflecting the is P200 for adults and P150 ALKFI chair Gina Lopez. ones that later found their way arts. Philippines under Spanish for students, teachers, seniors sculpted unto his monuments. - rule. and PWDs. Register at bit. The team turned over an Ambeth Ocampo di initial amount of P1 million for A man who rubbed elbows als his way back into the Join Ocampo for “Jose ly/RizalArtist. ALKFI’s youth development KCFI president Rina Lopez-Bautista (rightmost) surprises teachers with Gifts of Knowledge on ‘It’s Showtime’ programs during the formal Seeds of Hope By Dulce Festin-Baybay launch of the partnership. On top of that, 100% of the pro- ceeds from the ticket sales of Carlo Fernando: Lessons from ‘working meaningfully’ at KCFI KCFI, ‘It’s Showtime’ its National Basketball League (NBL) games will be donated Once in a while, a Lopez Group findings, translated policy While I guess I have every fully and joyfully—I realized to the foundation. The devel- company gets to welcome an orphan and research into actions that opportunity to work abroad and that there are other sectors opment programs of ALKFI who has made good in spite of the are more understandable and for myself alone, I find peace which I may possibly lend my honor teachers challenges he faced in life. Here is usable, and assisted my team- and contentment in working experience to. I realized that By Kassandra Flores benefit the youth nationwide. Paul Vincent Mercado, chief Carlo Fernando who worked with mates to appreciate their work for my countrymen, to work for with the tough and happy more by seeing that what we do my kids and their families, and spirits the family of Knowledge IN celebration of National of 10 teachers by granting their The schools that received marketing officer of ALKFI, Knowledge Channel Foundation in the office truly influences the to provide unconditional sup- Channel has, there might be Teachers’ Month and World wish to receive Gifts of Knowl- Knowledge Channel pack- emphasized the significance of Inc. (KCFI). He shares how his From right: ALKFI chief marketing officer Paul Vincent Mercado, ALKFI- realities that our teachers and port to those who most need a tougher environment which Teachers’ Day, Knowledge edge for their schools. A Gift ages included Canaan West the partnership. stint at the foundation helped him Bantay Bata 163 executive director Ernie L. Lopez, ALKFI managing director pay it forward. His nationalism learners experience in the field. my help. needs my support more and Channel Foundation Inc. of Knowledge package includes Elementary School in Nueva “ABS-CBN Foundation Susan Afan, Nueva Ecija Bespren team owners Rhodora Morales and Renan has made him seek out ways and As officer for Educational Every day I ask myself, other gaps existing in the realm (KCFI) and “It’s Showtime” Knowledge TV and an ABS- Ecija; Putingkahoy Elementary is happy to find a partner who Morales Leadership, I was given a plat- “What is it that I could do of Philippine education that I honored educators from differ- CBN TVplus box or a SKYdirect School in Batangas; ALS Cen- shares the same values with us means to help in the education of form to bridge the work teach- for my countrymen?” I guess can help patch up more. ent parts of the country. connection for remote schools. ter in Bacoor City Jail in Cavite; especially in making sure that the Team owner Renan Morales cepted—like a real best friend. his countrymen. How did you get involved with ers do in the field and ensure the response is, while there This made me decide to From September 30 until With the “It’s Showtime” Marian School of the Holy youth is given the right support said Nueva Ecija Bespren was “Kapag taga-Nueva Ecija ka, KCFI? What was your job that their voices are considered are people who work for their join government. I am now October 5, teachers, retired hosts, KCFI president and Redeemer in Antipolo; Patong and opportunities for growth and formed to promote sports and ‘bespren’ ka,” Morales explained. there before you left? in the design of initiatives that families by working abroad, I working as lead for Policy and educators and representa- executive director Rina Lopez- Elementary School and Tabok development. We…also believe to divert the youth from vices Nueva Ecija Bespren also A week after I arrived in the impact more teachers. am also blessed to have a family Programs in the newly estab- tives from the Department of Bautista turned over the Gifts Elementary School in Calbiga, that the youth plays an integral and other undesirable activities. conducted tryouts for aspiring Philippines after pursuing my I always tell myself I am that supports my advocacy to lished Education Affairs Unit Education got a chance to visit of Knowledge to the schools. Samar; Pan-ay Diot Elemen- role in making sure that the pro- People from Nueva Ecija players in preparation for the master’s degree in Australia fortunate to be working with work for others by staying here. of the local government unit of ABS-CBN and secure special “Sumulat po ako sa Knowl- tary School in Tudela, Misamis grams and projects we started will are known to be accommodat- upcoming NBL competition in 2018, I joined Knowledge our Filipino teachers, and that How did you find working in a Quezon City. This work allows seats as members of the live edge Channel dahil gusto ko Occidental; Tumbao Elemen- be sustained and passed on to the ing and give their best to make at the San Juan Arena in San Channel Foundation Inc. I the work I do, while it is indeed foundation like KCFI? What me to craft education policies audience on “It’s Showtime.” pong mas maging effectivepo ang tary School in Banisilan, Co- next generation,” Mercado said. visitors feel welcome and ac- Juan. experienced a whirlwind of for the nation and for God, is were your challenges? that streamline all education On World Teachers’ Day on pagtuturo ko sa mga learner ng tabato; Amungan Elementary emotions—I was both excited truly for those in the battle- Working in Knowledge efforts, from pre-K to higher October 5, “It’s Showtime” for its Alternative Learning Systems,” School in Iba, Zambales; and and scared, quite confused and field—living their truths to Carlo Fernando (front row, rightmost) during an outing with his Channel has opened my eyes to education, while also designing 10th anniversary and KCFI for Marian Mempin of ALS Cen- San Isidro Elementary School OML Center presents analysis of climate- anxious—as I was back again in advance the status of learning Knowledge Channel colleagues the work that nongovernment a more robust system to select its 20th year surprised a group ter in Bacoor City said. in Cabuyao, Laguna. responsiveness of DENR programs the motherland, now continu- for our Filipino children. organizations do to support the the education programs that ing, I guess, the sense of nation What values did you acquire a Filipino— and not to impose fend for myself. national agencies in address- run in the city. THE OML Center presented can be improved to become The team also recommended building after having had the and how did you practice these? my beliefs on them. I realized, As a diligent first grader, I ing the challenges faced by the While doing this, I also the key results for the project more climate-responsive. to look at climate impacts and fortunate opportunity to build If I learned one thing in the after coming back home to the realized I had no other job but country. The extensive length of work as senior lecturer in UP Check My School app entitled “Study on the Impli- For a program to be cli- risks using the ridge-to-reef ap- myself. I joined Knowledge foundation, it is to constantly Philippines, that I have yet a lot to make sure that I won’t get a the years given by Knowledge Diliman College of Educa- cations of Intergovernmental mate-responsive, it should have proach as a tool to craft policies Channel because I believe in its practice humility and gratitude. to learn. It means using each failing mark, that I finish all my Channel to reach to as far and tion, now teaching preservice developer inks MOA with KCFI Panel on Climate Change’s the following characteristics: and design programs for climate mission—to reach out to as far In this day and age where mil- and every day to build spaces for assignments and to maximize as many learners inspires me to teachers as they carve ways to (IPCC) Special Report on flexibility, integrative and ho- change adaptation and mitiga- and as many Filipino children lennials seem to be in a constant dialogue, to build opportunities the education that I receive for learn from their extensive expe- become teachers themselves. AFFILIATED Network for Global Warming of 1.5°C to listic, long-term, public-private tion. This calls for the DENR to as possible, and provide them battle of proving one’s worth, to mentor and be mentored, to free. Fortunately, with all the rience, and to understand what Balancing work both in policy Social Accountability in East Plans and Programs of the De- engagement, evidence- and be at the core of strengthening resources they might not have I realized that we have yet to protect sacred relationships and hard work that my ate and kuya else I could do to help both the and in teaching, while also Asia and the Pacific (ANSA- partment of Environment and information-based, addresses interagency and cross-sectoral received otherwise. learn more from those who to respect the context where have done for me, I was able to foundation and the country in lending some of my time to EAP) Foundation Inc. imple- Natural Resources (DENR).” interconnected risks and vulner- coordination and information During my one year of experienced more from life. teachers are. graduate from college as cum general to address the gaps in provide consultation to KCFI, mented the CheckMySchool The culminating activity was abilities, stimulates migration to sharing. working closely with Knowl- Constantly being surrounded by Can you tell us about your laude, following the footsteps education. has allowed me to help Philip- (CMS) initiative in 2011. held at the DENR compound green-development pathways, Additionally, the experts edge Channel, I learned how amazing education leaders and background? of my ate to become a teacher, I was blessed to have sup- pine education in a much more CMS is a participatory in Quezon City. Headed by addresses multiple objectives, believe that localized studies to better ground my experi- teachers—I realized that while My childhood was my bot- and to finish my master’s degree portive mentors such as [KCFI systemic way and have the op- monitoring initiative for the Dr. Rodel Lasco, OML Center promotes incremental and trans- on impacts of climate change ences to design teacher train- I guess I have gained a number tomless source of inspiration. at The University of Sydney president] Ms. Rina Lopez- portunities to truly serve the education sector in the Philip- executive director and project formational adaptation, high ac- given various global warming ing initiatives. I helped process of things and that while I have I learned how valuable life is, through the Australia Awards Bautista, [channel head] Ms. Filipino children. pines. It aims to improve the team leader, the project team ceptability by local and national scenarios, as well as those that privileges oth- how important it is to go back Scholarship. Danie Sedilla-Cruz, [Op- What message would you like quality of education services presented its analysis on how actors, governance structure, and will capture baseline data for ers may not to my community and to live Growing up as an orphan, I erations head] Sir Edric Calma to pass on to those working in by bringing the participation President Rina Lopez-Bautista and director for Operations Edric Calma sign DENR’s 10 priority programs sufficient funding. climate change-related infor- have, there is life meaningfully every day. I am always reminded that my life and [education consultant] a Lopez foundation? of citizens and communities the memorandum of understanding for KCFI alongside ANSA-EAP executive mation, are needed always more was very young when my ate could have taken a very different Dr. Fe Hidalgo; and to work There’s only one word that director Redempto Parafina and researcher Wilson Villones into the governance of public to better understand wisdom to lis- and my kuya, both of whom turn. I could have been addicted with hardworking and joyful guides me in my work: “Live.” schools in the country. how ecosystems in ten to people, were very young as well, were to drugs, I could have ended up teammates like Niña de Sagun, Live for the Filipinos, for your In 2017, they came across buildings left unfinished will tion in the Philippines. the country will be to see grit and passed on the duties and re- in jail, I could have been ended Maffee Santos, Ian Gaite and ambitions, for your families, for an unfinished two-story school finally be completed. Since 2011, CMS has been affected in the future. love practiced sponsibilities to raise me after up living on the streets. Jomar Villanueva. I realized your country, for yourself. Live building that had been aban- Knowledge Channel Foun- engaging various stakeholders, The four-month in front of my nanay died when I was five And I guess that “could- that it is possible to work joy- purposefully, joyfully—without doned by its contractor since dation Inc. shares this advocacy particularly the Department project, which ended the classroom and my tatay died when I was have-been” is the driving force fully while also addressing regrets, without complacency. 2014. Following a report made to promote and implement of Education and local gov- on October 31, was and to, for seven. Ate was 17 at that time as to why I constantly bring needs that our teachers experi- Live with gratitude, with kind- through the CMS mobile app, quality education in the country. ernment units, to improve the implemented with some time, while Kuya was 13. They raised myself back to the communities ence in the field. ness, with appreciation, with the construction of the school This is why on its 20th year, the quality of educational services support from the learn from the our family up, working as tutors which affect me the most—that What made you move on? love. Live in the service of the building in Cagayan de Oro foundation sealed a partnership in schools. German government lives of oth- after their classes in UP and is, to use the privileges I have How are you doing now? Filipino, live in the service of resumed in July this year. with ANSA-EAP to develop To know more about CMS, through the United ers—how they Pisay respectively, while I was been fortunate to acquire and Seeing the employees in God and mankind. Live each If the CMS app is discov- and implement projects that visit www.checkmyschool.org. Nations Develop- With his elder sister and brother, a creative manager at learned, what left most of the time alone, to help address inequities that Knowledge Channel work— day and allow others to see life ered by more people, school will elevate the state of educa- (K. Flores) OML Center executive director Dr. Rodel Lasco ment Programme. Star Creatives it means to be take care of our home and to persist in the society today. that is, to work both meaning- as a beautiful, precious gift. 10 Lopezlink November 2019 Lifelong Wellness Interactive Lopezlink November 2019 11 2019 Lopez Palaro Sudoku Eats By Jannine Sy Asian Eye partners Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para ang bawat nu- When’s the best time to grab a New York Slice pizza? with STAAR Surgical mero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, column at kahon. Rockwell, Asian Eye a personal touch by piling on all is a carbo-loader’s choice. But to offer ICLs By Charizze Henson your favorite toppings. with the Carne Trio, you also get You want the house special. If your meat fix. Times three! you find yourself on the opposite emerge as Palaro champs end of the creative spectrum and By Dimpy Jazmines trust the experts to tell you what to eat, order a New York Special. The Lopez Group Palaro is a pine Industrial Park; and the red This house original is topped special sports event among the Employee Welfare and Well- with pepperoni, Italian sausage, employees of the Lopez Group ness Team of First Balfour, First mushrooms, onions, black olives of companies that is held once Philippine Realty Corporation, and green bell peppers. in every four years just like the Third Gen, Thermaprime, Terra- What makes this fast-ca- Olympics. Over 720 kapamilya prime, First Philippine Industri- sual pizza parlor special? New participated in this year’s Lopez al Corporation and First Philec. York Slice serves authentic New Group Palaro festivities. All teams in this year’s Lopez York-style 18-inch pizzas and The energetic yellow National- Palaro played in celebration of pride themselves on using fresh ism Team composed of Rockwell the theme, “Win It, Sustain It!” The Yellow Team is awarded as the 2019 Lopez Group Palaro champ homemade dough that’s hand- Asian Eye’s Dr. Robert Ang has conducted important research on the ICL and Asian Eye Institute employ- The theme aligns with the Lo- tossed into a thin crust. This ees were the big winners in this pez Group’s call to help each makes the edges thick and crisp, ASIAN Eye Institute recent- I am able to help improve their year’s Lopez Group Palaro held other in championing sustain- LET us count the ways! but keeps the entire slice pliable ly partnered with US-based quality of life. at the Ynares Sports Arena in ability in the way we do business You only have time for a You’re craving Mexican. You enough to be folded in half, just STAAR Surgical Company, a “Now they don’t need to wor- Pasig City on October 5. and in our everyday actions. quick bite. One less excuse to read that right. On days your like how (some) New Yorkers leading developer, manufacturer ry about wearing glasses when The Yellow Team’s toughest Lopez Group HR Council skip a meal. New York Slice taste buds just can’t decide, this do it. And we have to talk about competition—separated by a very chairperson Cedie Lopez Var- and marketer of implantable they wake up in the morning  Very Easy displays 18-inch pizzas by the place gives you something that the sauce because it’s made with contact lenses (ICLs), to offer just to check the time or con- slim margin of only three points gas delivered the opening re-  Easy window so that you easily get hits both cravings in the form Italian whole plum tomatoes and EVO Visian ICL. stantly thinking about bring- in the total scoring—came from marks. Giving their all in doing  Medium reeled in by a mouthwatering of a taco pizza. only the freshest ingredients. the orange Unity/Integrity Team the hosting chores during the EVO Visian ICL is a solu- ing their contact lens fluid and  Hard slice that you can grab for only If you’ve been looking for tion for those who suffer from cases to disinfect lenses when of Energy Development Corpo- tournament were DJ Jai Ho and P135 and gobble up on the go. a sign to get a pizza, this is it. nearsightedness, farsightedness they work or travel!” ration and OML Center, which FPH’s Ayie Volpane. (Pizza by the slice subject to and/or astigmatism and no lon- Explosive growth Go on, follow your pizza-loving placed second overall. The teams competed in various availability.) heart. Follow it all the way to ger want to wear eyeglasses or Caren Mason, president and In third place was the blue Pi- games and fun activities. First was The Orange Team celebrates its volleyball victory You’re feeling creative. New York Slice. oneering Entrepreneurial Spirit the attendance contest, which the contact lenses. It is a treatment CEO of STAAR Surgical, Fancy yourself an artist? Chan- New York Slice is at the ground Team made up of ABS-CBN, Green Team won by having the alternative for patients who are shared how ICLs could help nel all your pent-up creativity level of Rockwell Business Center SKY and Knowledge Channel. greatest number of early bird reg- not qualified for other LASIK Filipinos. Answer to OCTOBER 2019 puzzle and unleash it on a 14-inch or - Sheridan. It is open from Mon- Trailing behind during the early istrants present. Green also won surgeries like SMILE (small in- She said: “Asian countries Solution, tips and 18-inch canvas of fresh dough. day to Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; games, the Blue Team boosted the loop the loop fun game. The cision lenticule extraction) and such as the Philippines are computer program Slather on red sauce or white You’re feeling extra carnivo- and Saturday to Sunday, 11 a.m. itself to a strong second runner- Yellow Team lorded it over the PRK (photorefractive keratec- among the hardest hit by the available at sauce with mozzarella, then add rous. More often than not, pizza to 8 p.m. up finish by dominating the ping-pong, obstacle course race tomy). explosive growth in nearsight- www.sudoku.com Like regular contacts basketball event. and chopsticks games. The Or- edness and, in particular, pro- “The implantable contact gressive high nearsightedness In the order that they placed ange Team got top ranks in the California for her “exception- because many of the compa- it applies to us too. Thank you Meanwhile, Kapamilya lenses function much like reg- that can lead to more serious ‘MAY... PLAYING... next, rounding out the teams zip line and volleyball games. al achievement in preserving nies here have been particu- for this award,” he said. artists Marielle Montellano, ular contact lenses,” Asian Eye eye diseases such as glaucoma from page 7 from page 6 were the green Social Justice The Blue Team grabbed vic- island environments and cul- larly generous and supportive In addition to her foun- Mitoy Yonting, Lyca Gairanod cornea and refractive service and retinal detachment. Team of Adtel, Eugenio Lopez tory in the paper tractor and nizations for Village Econo- ture.” ing salamat, Ma’am Gina.” of Gina and her work,” ELL dation’s LAA awards over the and Elha; Janella Salvador and director Dr. Robert Ang ex- “We are thrilled to expand Foundation Inc., Lopez Group basketball, as earlier mentioned. The Yellow Team gives the blue shirts a tough time at basketball, but mies”) with top business May we all be inspired by ‘Greatest year ever’ said. “She could not have done years, GL in 2012 received a K-La Rivera; Gian Magdan- plained. “The only difference is our partnership with Asian Eye. Foundation Inc., Lopez Inc., The Red Team, meanwhile, won the Blue Team won this one tycoons of the country in an Gina’s example, passion and Unsung Hero Ruel de Luna her work without your gra- special award for her accom- gal and Robert Seña; and Kuh that implantable contact lenses Both the eye institute and Dr. Lopez Holdings Corporation, the twin walk fun game. effort to promote sustainable dedication. May we be able to of Rockwell Land routinely cious help.” plishments as managing direc- Ledesma with Kontra-GaPi are inserted between the iris Ang are renowned for their high INAEC, IBSI and BIAI; the The teams also tried to outdo ecotourism and area develop- emulate Gina’s way of doing took it upon himself to do ex- He said the LAA citation tor of ALKFI, then known as rendered song numbers in and the natural lens of the eye. level of patient care and exten- gray Business Excellence Team each other in the cheering com- ment. Her vision of a country things out of genuine love! tra work at the office; whatever is GL’s sixth posthumous ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. between the announcement of It can stay inside the eye for sive research within the field of of First Philippine Holdings petition, which was scored sepa- without poverty was her main I will miss our Gina, and I he didn’t know, he would ask award thus far. Setting the bar higher winners. the next 20 to 30 years, and it ophthalmology. Dr. Ang was Corporation (FPH), First Gen rately from the regular game driver. She launched her TV thank the LAA for giving her his colleagues to teach him. Pure heart As he closed the LAA This year’s LAA winners does not need to be removed, recognized by ‘The Ophthal- Corporation and First Philip- events. Out-cheering everyone show, “G Diaries,” on June 4, this moment to be honored The erstwhile messenger’s ea- ELL added: “I’ve never 2019 awards ceremony, MML were selected from 11 semi- cleaned or maintained regu- mologist’ on the 2018 Power with their interpretation of their 2017 to promote and gather by her own Kapamilya. gerness to learn and gracious been personally exposed to congratulated the five LAA finalists by a panel of judges larly. List 100, which features top in- Sports & Wellness assigned Employee Welfare and support for her advocacy. In My thanks to everyone demeanor in dealing with cli- anyone with a purer heart winners and Unsung Hero composed of members of the “Having high nearsighted- novators in the field of ophthal- calendar Wellness value, the Red Team a span of just two years, the who served on this year’s ents was soon rewarded with a than my sister. She truly had De Luna for “setting the bar Lopez family represented NOVEMBER ness or astigmatism, thin or ir- mology. He has also conducted walked away with first place. The show has earned a total of 14 screening committees and promotion. Now, he serves as a no other agenda than to help higher.” The chairman of the by Angela Lopez, head of 17: ANCOP Global Walk, regular corneas and chronic dry important research relating to other teams that came next in awards from various award- panel of judges. Thank you membership supervisor at the people who are in need.” Lopez Group also looked back Operations of Lopez Group eyes are no longer a hindrance the ICL, having presented his 3K (Quirino Grandstand, the cheering scores were Yellow, Members of the Green Team cheer for their players giving bodies which include also to the many people who Rockwell Club. An elated De ELL then shared a pas- on GL’s life of philanthropy, ex- Foundation Inc., and Eugenio to giving patients good vision. work at STAAR’s annual Ex- Manila), 4am. Fee: P300. Blue, Orange, Green and Gray. the Most Development- silently made today’s event Luna thanked his mentors at sage from Isaiah that he said pressing hope that her passion Lopez IV, head of the Project They can just come to the clinic perts Meetings during the Eu- Register at cfcancop.org Oriented Environmental a big success, including the Rockwell Land and Rockwell reminds him of GL: “‘And if and dedication will inspire her Management Office of SKY 24: 8th Heroes Run, for a screening for an overall ropean Society of Cataract and Program at the Gandingan special projects team under Club as well as the Lopez you give yourself to the hun- kapamilya (see sidebar story). Cable; Lopez Group execu- evaluation of their eye condi- Refractive Surgery Congress. 3K/5K/10K/21K (Phil. Awards 2019 given by the Ms. Chit Guerrero, techni- family and the LAA for the gry/And satisfy the desire of Throughout the three-hour tives; and external judge Luis tion,” Ang said. Asian Eye and Dr. Ang have Army Grandstand, University of the Philippines, cal and support teams from recognition that made this the afflicted/Then your light program, fourth-generation Maria Calingo, Ph.D., presi- “A lot of patients are beyond demonstrated their commit- Taguig), 5am. Fee: P600- Best Host and Best Educa- ABS-CBN and SKY Cable, year his “greatest year ever.” will rise in darkness/And Lopezes Martin Vargas and dent of Holy Angel University amazed after their procedure,” ment to vision care excellence P1,000. Register at Phil. tional show from the PMPC and the various company The 2019 season’s Lifetime your gloom will become like Manna Vargas Morada had and the only Filipino member he added. “They now have and delighting patients for al- Army Gym, Taguig Star Awards 2018 and Best representatives who made the Achievement Award was con- midday/And the Lord will the guests on the edge of their of the board of examiners of 24: Earth Run, clearer, sharper vision and bet- most two decades.” Adult Educational and Cul- multicast of the LAA 2019 ferred posthumously on AL- continually guide you/And seats with their brand of “sibling the Malcolm Baldrige National ter color perception. It’s truly The screening for EVO- Vi 3K/5K/10K/25K (CCP tural Program at the Catholic possible, and all the those who KFI chair Gina Lopez (GL). satisfy your desire in scorched revelry” alongside cohost “It’s Quality Award of the US. remarkable that the implantable sian ICL is available at the Complex, Pasay), 2am. Fee: Mass Media Awards 2019. helped ensure that we have an The award was received on her places/And give strength to Showtime” hurado and beauty Including the newest ad- contact lenses can deliver such Asian Eye Rockwell and Tri- P650-P1,100. Register at The show is currently hosted “LAA-level experience” here behalf by Creative Programs your bones/And you will be queen Nicole Cordoves. ditions, the LAA now has outstanding results very consis- Noma clinics. To schedule an Garmin (SM North EDSA, by her brother Ernie. at The Fifth. And of course, to Inc. president Ernie L. Lopez like a watered garden/And like Another fourth-generation 135 team and individual win- tently. Not many products can appointment, call 8-898-2020 Megamall, MOA; Glorietta; Ms. 2019 Lopez Group Palaro Carllyn Bacila Gina became the first Fili- the Business Excellence team. (ELL). a spring of water whose waters Lopez, PeoplePods Philippines ners, six lifetime achievement make a doctor feel this way. It or 7-901-3931 or email eye- Uptown Mall; ATC) from the Yellow Team All Gray hands on deck for the paper tractor game pino to be awarded the pres- Congratulations to the “It is particularly poignant do not fail.’ cofounder Daniel Lopez La- awardees, 21 special awardees makes me happy to know that [email protected]. tigious Seacology Prize on winners! Mabuhay kayong la- and meaningful for the LAA “This quote totally de- yug, earlier led the assemblage and 13 Unsung Heroes over Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline October 5, 2017 at Berkeley, hat! to give [my sister] this award scribes Gina and her life, but in reciting the Lopez Credo. 17 seasons. 12 Lopezlink November 2019

What’s new from CPI Collated by Justin Convento ‘Metro’ kicks off anniversary had the pleasure of meeting Martha Stewart. Read on for celebration with Vanguards snippets and words of wisdom cover from this special talk. Then, get up close and personal with On its 30th anniversary, “Metro” fetes 30 cover girls who helped it the Bravo awardees by Zonta make an impact as a lifestyle and fashion magazine over the last three Club of Makati and Security decades. Join “Metro” as it honors extraordinary cover girls through Bank. “Metro Society” also career and personal milestones groupings—from 1989 to 1999 for takes readers inside the ABS- from ABS-CBN Books this November Vanguards, from 1999 to 2009 for Icons and from 2009 to 2019 for CBN Ball through the lens of Luminaries. The reunion kicks off with the fierce and ageless -Van BJ Pascual and Doc Marlon Pecjo. Then, have an evening of philan- guards: Angel Aquino, Charlene Gonzalez-Muhlach, Claudine Bar- thropy at the Summer Palace Mid-Autumn Ball with ABS-CBN retto, Dawn Zulueta-Lagdameo, Joey Mead King, Judy Ann Santos- Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation Inc. and Edsa Shangri-La, and join Agoncillo, Lucy Torres-Gomez, Mikee Cojuangco-Jaworski, Ruffa Ballet Philippines as it celebrates 50 magical years. Also, go inside Gutierrez and Tweetie de Leon-Gonzalez. Read about their journey the four-day fete that was ArteFino in “Party Hopper.” For dining, and their stories on Metro.Style and check out Metro.Style’s website, sample what chef Miko Calo has to offer at Metronome. For “En- Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube channel for more details. tertaining with Flair,” join Julie Boschi and friends at chef Markus Wilcon’s Rose Ong leads Gfeller’s Pinot. In “Arts and Culture,” spend an afternoon with Sofia Zobel-Elizalde for a special show by the American Ballet Theatre cast of empowered women in and Stella Abrera. ‘Metro Society’ Get the newest issues of your favorite magazines at leading bookstores In “Metro Society’s” Anniversary Issue, the magazine trains the spot- and magazine stands nationwide. To download, users on Android devices light on empowered women and relives the ball season’s most magical must download the Zinio app from the Android Market. The app is also nights. On the cover is Rosemarie Bosch-Ong, senior executive vice available through the iPad App Store. PC and Mac users can access Zinio president and chief operations officer of Wilcon Depot. She shares at zinio.com. You may also subscribe to your favorite ABS-CBN Publish- with writer Leah Puyat what inspires her and brings her joy. In the ing magazines or purchase current and back issues by logging on to http:// most recent edition of ANC Leadership Series, “Metro Society” store.abs-cbn.com/categories/Magazines/Current-Issues/.

THE ABS-CBN STORE FINDS THE ROCKWELLIST GUIDE By Jannine Sy Buckle up, Bally opens in Rockwell! IT isn’t called everyone’s favorite Bally buckle for nothing. Ladies, Lace up a pair of limited-edition kicks. The Swiss fashion make room in your closet for more styles featuring the Janelle. house released a limited-edition capsule collection. The highlight? Inspired by a vintage pump style from 1969, the buckle is gracing The Bally Champion sneaker, an update of the original 1990s more popular styles of shoes and bags for Autumn/Winter 2019. court version in a fluoro-yellow and black colorway. To mark In-store, you’ll find different iterations of the Janelle shoe, its founding year, Bally released only 1,851 pairs, each of them from the iconic babouche loafer to the open-back slipper Janesse, individually numbered. the 40mm heel pump and the Janaya mule sandal (flat and heeled). Christmas is here! #FamilyIsForever this Christmas season! Celebrate the holidays with your family and friends in the official 2019 ABS-CBN Christmas station ID shirt. Available for P375 each in various col- Complement your unique piece of Swiss shoemaking history ors and sizes for kids and adults. Get them in time for your fam- with matching accessories. ily reunions and Christmas parties at www.abs-cbnstore.com and Carry on with new carryalls. Pick from a range of stylish bags The ABS-CBN Store on Shopee and Lazada. The shirts are also from the High Point collection. With varying sizes and styles, available at the ABS-CBN Store, G/F ELJ Building; ABS-CBN each piece is marked with the signature red and cream Bally Store pop-up kiosk in Glorietta 2; ABS-CBN StudioXP at the stripe in bold webbing. fourth level of TriNoma; and through nationwide retail partners The stylish carry-on bags are durable and scratch-resistant, CLiQQ Shop at 7-Eleven and The SM Store.(Pia de Leon) making them ideal travel companions. The High Point collection comes in standard black as well as seasonal colors including royal Editorial Advisory Board Mike Lopez / Boo Chanco And just in time for cooler weather, Bally launches the Jay blue and slate gray. Executive Editor Carla Paras-Sison boot, an homage to Swinging Sixties London. These mod boots Contributing Editors feature the Janelle buckle at the ankle. Yiessa Borbon (Lopez Holdings) Estela de la Paz (First Gen) Arlene Torres (SKYcable) Vienn Tionglico (Rockwell) Kane Choa (ABS-CBN) Dulce Baybay (LGFI) Justin Convento (CPI) Jei-Jei Gertes (Third Gen Holdings) Noella Fonbuena (CPI) Ceia Ylagan (CPI) Dimpy Jazmines (SKYcable) Frances Ariola (EDC) Kamae Bulaquiña (EDC) Circulation Kelly de la Paz Editorial and Layout Mousetrap Publishing LopezLink is published by Lopez Holdings Corp. PR Group 16/F North Tower, Rockwell Business Center - Sheridan Sheridan St. corner United St. Mandaluyong City Tel. 8878-0000 ext. 2463 Available online at www.Lopezlink.ph Bally is located at R1 Level, Power Plant Mall