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AMML Sweet comeback A Valentine’s conferred Order for ‘LizQuen’ Day guide of Sikatuna …page 3 …page 4 …page 12  Lopezlink February 2016 Biz News Biz News Lopezlink February 2016  First Gen hurdles anew Vidanes appointed ABS-CBN ISO recertification audit COO of broadcast By Kane Choa By Joel Gaborni ABS-CBN Corporation an- marked by her commitment to nounced the appointment of public service. She spearheaded FIRST Gen Corporation earned Cory Vidanes as its chief oper- the preparation and execution once again a recertification from ating officer of broadcast effec- of the network’s relief opera- the International Organization tive February 1, 2016. tions and donation drives for for Standardization (ISO), the AMML is joined by his family as he receives the award from Pres. Aquino Vidanes will continue to lead victims of natural disasters, world’s largest developer and pub- and oversee the total channel including the “Tulong Na, Ta- lisher of international standards programming, artist develop- bang Na, Tayo Na” campaign’s ABS-CBN chairman Gabby Lopez and president Carlo Katigbak (3rd and 4th from left) with (from left) Fr. Tito based in Geneva, Switzerland. ment, on-air operations, events T-shirt fundraising and benefit Caluag, ANC COO Cilette Liboro-Co and ABS-CBN News head Ging Reyes at the studio blessing The ISO, through its accred- management and overall rev- concerts for the survivors of ty- ited certifying body Anglo Jap- AMML receives enue and profit delivery of phoon Yolanda in 2013. anese American Registrars Inc. Channel 2. Together with the She is a recipient of the CEO (AJA Registrars), renewed First Francis Giles Puno (2nd from left), First Gen president, receives the Content Development Council Excel Award from the Interna- ANC unveils new Gen’s certificate of registra- certificate from AJA Registrars’ Paul Bagatsing (center). Witnessing the headed by chief content officer tional Association of Business tion for compliance with ISO’s event are (l-r) Renato Castillo, SVP and concurrent chief risk officer; Luis Order of Sikatuna Charo Santos-Concio, Vidanes Communicators Philippines Quality Management System Aningat, quality, environment, safety and health (QESH) senior manager; PRESIDENT Benigno Aquino dinating with utmost dedication The Order of Sikatuna is the will manage the development in 2014 and was named one of (QMS) (ISO 9001:2008). and Margarita Pambid, QESH Management System senior specialist III recently conferred the Or- and efficiency high-level visits national order of diplomatic of new concepts for Channel People Asia magazine’s People Before earning the recerti- 2 and the ABS-CBN TVplus of the Year in 2013. studioBy Kane Choa in Rockwell der of Sikatuna with the rank between the Philippine and Ja- merit of the Philippines and fication, First Gen underwent issues in First Gen’s QMS—a Since it received its initial of Grand Cross on Ambassador pan, including the state visit of is conferred upon individuals channels Yey, CineMo and Vidanes, who began her ca- Cory Vidanes Knowledge Channel. reer in television with BBC-2 THE ABS-CBN News Chan- use the studio soon. first 24-hour global news chan- a rigorous recertification audit feat that reflects First Gen’s ISO certification in 2003, First Manuel M. Lopez (AMML) in Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in who have rendered exceptional Vidanes has been instru- in 1982, joined ABS-CBN in duction manager, production nel (ANC) is now formally in Katigbak said that the studio nel’s efforts to remain the gold conducted by AJA Registrars. commitment to business ex- Gen has consistently passed all ceremonies held in Malacañang. the Philippines and vice versa. and meritorious services to the mental in making Channel 2 1986 as associate producer and manager, production director, the heart of the country’s cen- enhances the gathering and de- standard among news channels During the audit, AJA Regis- cellence in operating its power subsequent ISO recertification AMML received the award The ambassador was also country; upon diplomats, of- the most watched TV network was later appointed to various head of TV production, Chan- tral business district with the livery of news by being near the in the country. trars found no nonconformance plant assets. audits. with the following citations: for cited for his indefatigable ef- ficials and nationals of foreign in the country in 2015. positions in the company—ex- nel 2 head, head of broadcast blessing of its new studio in central business district. “This studio is an essential his exemplary efforts which con- forts in evacuating and ensur- states who have rendered con- Vidanes’ leadership is also ecutive producer, assistant pro- and head of free TV. Rockwell Center in Makati. “This is part of our commit- component in ANC’s commit- tributed significantly to the his- ing the safety of Filipinos in the spicuous services in fostering, ABS-CBN chairman Eu- ment to stay close to decision ment to strengthen our business toric elevation of Philippines-Ja- aftermath of the 2011 Great developing and strengthening genio Lopez III, president and makers, the business leaders, news equity apart from our po- Dando Drilling delivers pan relations to that of a strategic East Japan earthquake and for relations between their country EDC’s retail bonds maintain triple-A rating CEO Carlo Katigbak, Integrat- the policymakers and opinion litical coverage. Eventually, the partnership; for his commitment his exemplary accomplishment and the Philippines; or upon commitment on the obligation revenue generation and sus- ed News and Current Affairs shakers of the community. We site will be a satellite newsroom to working closely with Japan in in working for the further ad- personnel of the Philippine PHILIPPINE Rating Services Corporation (PhilRatings) is extremely strong. tained profitability; financial head Ging Reyes and ANC want ANC to be the go-to and feed point to supplement advocating maritime security in vancement and strengthening of Department of Foreign Affairs, maintained the issue credit The rating reflects the - fol flexibility and manageable debt chief operating officer Cilette channel for people who want the main ABS-CBN headquar- first units in the PH accordance with international the country’s national interests both in the home office and in By Raymond Siao rating of PRS Aaa for Energy lowing key considerations: profile; and its proactive stance Liboro-Co led the launch of to know what big decisions are ters in Quezon City,” she said. law; and for overseeing and coor- in its relations with Japan. the foreign service. EDC’s ample cash flows; its in addressing emerging trends the new state-of-the-art fa- going to be made in business The new studio is just one of Development Corporation’s Manufactured by British position as the leading verti- in the local power industry. cility, which is currently the or policies in the country,” he many developments and inno- (EDC) retail bonds worth a to- company Dando Drilling Inter- cally-integrated geothermal PhilRatings also assigned a base of “Mornings@ANC” and said. vations ANC will be introduc- tal of P10.5 billion. national, the Dando Dual Mast power producer in the country, stable outlook to EDC’s credit “Headstart with Karen Davila,” Reyes added that the new ing to mark its 20th anniversary What PH will gain from The outstanding retail bonds Terrier is the first of its kind to with its enhanced standing as rating. The company’s solid oper- with more shows expected to studio is part of the country’s this year. consist of P3.5B retail bonds be shipped and operated in the due on December 4, 2016, the world leader in terms of ating and financial performance Philippines. It can perform soil Japan imperial couple’s visit P3.0B retail bonds due on May geothermal power plant ca- in 2014, proven resilience in the penetration tests to a depth of AMBASSADOR Manuel M. But he said the strong bilateral little we can see a bigger presence 3, 2020 and P4.0B retail bonds pacity; its growing portfolio of face of calamities and disasters approximately 20 meters or take Lopez (AMML) said the Japa- relations do not only benefit Japa- of Filipino companies in Japan,” due on May 3, 2023. renewable energy projects as as well as the upside provided by Balanced boards a must cores of bedrock at depths up to By Carla Paras-Sison nese imperial couple’s recent nese companies as Filipino compa- he said. “With a little improve- PRS Aaa is the highest credit well as its international expan- its ongoing and planned projects 50 meters. Instead of the conven- visit to the Philippines will nies now have gained more oppor- ment on our side plus the reduc- rating assigned by PhilRatings. sion efforts that are expected to all contribute to the assignment tional drilling technique which FINANCE Sec. Cesar Puri- The Finance Secretary also of SGV & Co.) asked me on strengthen Philippines’ diplo- tunities for investments in Japan. tion of tariffs I think you can Obligations rated PRS Aaa are spark revenue growth; strong of a stable outlook. employs a skid-type drilling ma- sima underscored the impor- zeroed in on execution and my very first day as managing matic ties with Japan and lead “We’re seeing now more and see in the future more and more of the highest quality with min- By Dino Quizon chine that takes time and requires tance of balanced boards in succession planning as key con- director (of SGV & Co.), ‘Who to economic opportunities for more Filipino companies open- two-way investments.”(Excerpted imal credit risk. The obligor’s Promos & offers more personnel to assemble, this charting corporate success in a cerns for public companies. is your successor?’ Succession both countries. ing offices in Japan…Little by from news.abs-cbn.com/anc) capacity to meet its financial automated machine offers faster rapidly changing business envi- “The role of board member planning is a key role of the The Philippine state visit, a Easy access to a world of and more powerful capabilities. ronment. should not be taken lightly. The CEO because the institution is first for Emperor Akihito and To fully understand the func- entertainment from SKY! Speaking at a lunch hosted board sets corporate strategy more important than any one A group from the Technical Services department of First Balfour attends Empress Michiko in over five de- Build your future with Rockwell Primaries the training session tions, controls and maintenance By Nicole Orlina SKY offers more choices to by the Institute of Corporate and holds management respon- person.” cades, shows a deepening of ties of this compact rig, a Dando match its consumers’ life- Directors (ICD) on January 27, sible for execution. Execution is Purisima was among the between the two Asian nations, ROCKWELL Primaries, the to the Rockwell lifestyle that Meanwhile, The Vantage at ENHANCING First Balfour’s gation are two fully-automated Drilling engineer flew in from styles with its new unlim- Purisima said public companies crucial. Strategy can be copied, incorporators of the ICD in AMML told “Mornings@ANC.” newest subsidiary of Rockwell everyone loves, but at a more Kapitolyo allows young profes- capability to deliver projects drilling rigs purchased by First the United Kingdom to con- ited broadband plans—Plan have a fiduciary responsibil- but execution cannot be cop- 1999. The ICD admits fel- He acknowledged a “natural Land, builds on its promise to attainable price. With the suc- sionals and families to enjoy that require in-depth and effi- Balfour Geotechnical Engi- duct training for the Technical 16Mbps at P1,999 per month ity and board members must ied even if companies have the lows who commit to bring the progression of relationship” be- deliver better-than-good qual- cess of our two properties, we the comforts of their personal cient geotechnical soil investi- neering Services. Services department in January.​ and SKYbundles Super Saver protect the minority who have same strategy. At the same time, practice of corporate director- tween Japan and the Philippines, ity residential developments are more than excited to be space with access to key leisure entrusted their hard-earned the board must be cognizant of ship to a much higher level of Plan that gives you 8Mbps of with “foreign direct investments that will help customers start launching East Bay soon,” said and shopping establishments; it broadband connection plus a money with the enterprise. changes in the environment so professionalism consistent with Therma One completes from Japan going up year after building their future in a home Malou Pineda, Rockwell Pri- will also have its own podium “Things change so rapidly that they can determine if strat- international best practice and cable plan with six HD chan- first dispatch Therma One year, followed by tourism.” that they deserve. maries Development Corpora- retail strip. in this world. A company can egy needs to change as well.” global standard. nels and 35 standard-defini- Transport, First Balfour’s heavy equipment The past few years have also Rockwell Primaries offers its tion senior vice president. “Building a life in a new easily lose market share. Man- In response to a query on his The ICD website lists the tion channels for only P1,599 transport and hauling services business, witnessed a series of big economic clients 53 Benitez, its flagship 53 Benitez is Rockwell Pri- home is always something that on their computers, tablets agement focus can blind them plans after government service following fellows and gradu- per month. Subscribers of any recently marked a key milestone with the and political partnerships sealed project near New Manila, and maries’ two-tower mid-rise people look forward to. With or smartphones or even on to other aspects, so the board or if he intended to stay on if ate members from the Lopez of these SKY plans can enjoy successful delivery of two Kawasaki wheel between the two countries. The Vantage at Kapitolyo, its residential condominium that our residential developments, their TV sets using the SKY must do its job to offer different the new administration would Group: Salvador Tirona, Mi- exclusive unlimited access to loaders for JVF Commercial. Overseen AMML said the Japan-Phil- first high-rise development in provides homeowners a secure we are providing our clients On Demand digibox. With perspectives. This way, they can recruit him, he said: lani Caimol and Carla Pa- SKY On Demand and HBO by transport manager Mark Clareza ippines Economic Partnership Pasig. Both properties are situ- urban living experience. With with an investment that en- GO. SKY On Demand al- SKYbroadband’s high-speed reduce problems the companies “Government service is a re- ras-Sison of Lopez Holdings (rightmost), the delivery started from the Agreement also paved the way ated in strategic locations close only seven floors in both tow- sures their money’s worth. We lows viewers to catch up on Internet access, subscribers face,” he said. lay race, not a marathon. While Corporation; Ernesto Pan- client’s equipment yard in Valenzuela City for increased Japanese direct in- to major thoroughfares and ers, 53 Benitez provides hom- will provide them with the their favorite ABS-CBN TV can also enjoy other online Purisima urged the ICD to you have the baton, you run as tangco of Energy Development to its customer’s quarry operations in vestments in the country. Many business districts. eowners the privacy and exclu- lifestyle that they deserve and shows and cable TV channels video players such as Netflix. help companies attain balanced quickly as you can, and then Corporation; and Ana Maria Rizal. Since then, Therma One has made more Japanese foreign invest- “Rockwell Primaries con- sivity of living in a close-knit commit to guarantee that we repeat deliveries for Infra Machineries and watch the biggest lo- For more info, call 381-0000 boards by setting benchmarks of pass it on to the next runner. del Rosario of First Philip- ments in the country are in the tinues to expand its portfolio community just minutes away will maintain quality property and Monark. It has also completed its cal and foreign blockbusters or visit www.mysky.com.ph. successful entities where there It is risky to stay too long in pine Industrial Corporation. pipeline, the ambassador noted. to provide the market access from major thoroughfares. management,” said Pineda. are proper checks and balances of any job, even for CEOs. You Rodolfo Waga Jr., who retired first dispatch for crane manufacturer executive, nonexecutive and inde- tend to lose perspective. Mr. from First Philippine Holdings Manitowoc and Volvo dealer Civic pendent members of the board. (Washington) SyCip (founder Corporation, is also on the list. Merchandising. (Joel Santillan) Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline  Lopezlink February 2016 Councils Lopezlink February 2016  couch potato treats Biz Excellence HR Updates UAAP 78 volleyball LizQuen makes sweet tourney’s smashing comeback worldwide Catch the games live worldwide on ABS-CBN comebackBy Kane Choa via ‘Dolce Amore A reunion of Sports+Action as the University Athletic Associa- tion of the Philippines (UAAP) opens the Season LIZA Soberano and Enrique Gil A hardworking raketero, Tenten Locsin (Paps) and Kean Cipriano 78 volleyball tournament. Fans can also watch return to primetime to give viewers takes on different jobs to help his (Binggoy) will depict Enrique’s the games on TFC.tv. The men’s and women’s a taste of love’s sweetness in ABS- adoptive family. adoptive family. volleyball games will take on the Wednesday- CBN’s newest romantic drama. Serena travels to the Philippines, Also included in the Saturday-Sunday schedule during its regular The LizQuen tandem takes on a country she had heard about “Dolce Amore” cast are LAA winners run until February 28. Livestream matches and “Dolce Amore,” the story of two from her Filipina nanny. Sunshine Cruz, An- schedules can also be seen via sports.abs-cbn. souls in search of who they really She meets Tenten, with whom drew E and Frenchie com/livestream/uaap. are, who will be brought together she will discover a sense of Dy. by destiny and feel a connection belonging and explore Don’t miss “Dolce with each other. the greatest adven- Amore” this Febru- EDC and Lopez Group IT professionals celebrate Year 5 of the summit ‘FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano’ Liza will portray Serena, a young ture of all. ary, weeknights girl raised in Italy. Though she lives Matteo Guidicelli, on ABS-CBN hits new all-time high the good life, she cannot shake off meanwhile, will take on Primetime At the 5th IT Summit TV rating the feeling that an important part the role of Giancarlo, Ser- Bida! “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” hit a new all-time high of her identity is missing—the truth ena’s best friend. national TV rating on February 1. The Coco Mar- about where she came from. Playing Liza’s adoptive par- EDC goes ‘pervasive’! By Gerbs De Castro tin starrer scored 45.9% nationwide versus “Little The character of Enrique, Tent- ents are Cherie Gil (Luciana) and Nanay” with 18.1%, according to data from Kan- en, grew up suffering from the Ruben Maria Soriquez (Roberto), Liza Soberano and The presenters receive tokens of appreciation from Angela Lopez-Guingona, operations head of Lopez Group THE Information Technol- EDC president and COO Solutions manager Alelie Tagle. tar Media. In the episode, Cardo, still disguised Enrique Gil Foundation Inc. (rightmost); Benjamin Liboro, LAA director (2nd from right); and Elizabeth Canlas, LAA codirector pain of his real parents’ rejection. while Edgar Mortiz (Dodoy), Rio ogy Group (ITG) of Energy Richard Tantoco, the keynote The conversation was taken as Paloma, gunned down syndicate leader Olga (leftmost) Development Corporation speaker, underscored that the through the eyes of Brett Nulf (Gina Pareño) and went after the yacht carrying (EDC) recently held its 5th IT Philippines is presently shifting of IBM, Simerjit Singh of Cisco Carmen (Bela Padilla). For more action-packed FOR the first time since cop- Summit at the Chardonnay by to coal and carbon while some and Laurence Cua of Uber. scenes, tune in to “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano,” week- ping their Abueva-crafted tro- Astoria in Pasig. countries are rejecting it. Due In the IT Expo, on the other nights on ABS-CBN. Zanjoe, Cristine reunite phies in October, the 12 win- ners in the 2014 Cycle Lopez Themed “Pervasive Technol- to fast changes as far as tech- hand, ITG’s partners displayed Achievement Awards (LAA) ogy: Anytime, Anywhere, Any nology is concerned, EDC’s gadgets and oriented guests were gathered together in one Place on Any Device,” this operations would be greatly on their latest offerings. Par- in ‘Tubig at Langis’ room. The occasion: the 3rd annual event gathers Lopez affected. The key is to embrace ticipating companies included LAA Winners’ Summit held Group IT professionals and and utilize technology to the SKYcable, ABS-CBNmobile, ZANJOE Marudo and Cris- Follow the journey of Irene ing who promises to stay by her at the Ortigas headquarters of partners in order to gain in- company’s advantage so it can Apple, Cisco, Fujitsu, Google, tine Reyes, together with Isabelle (Cristine), a young woman who side. But Irene soon finds out that Energy Development Corpora- sights, learn about future trends stay ahead of the competition. IBM, Trends & Technologies Daza, team up once more in a dif- vows to do everything to keep her he is already a married man. tion (EDC) on January 27. and discover how these tech- Jonathan Krause, Gartner Inc. and SAS. ferent kind of love story that tests family intact, especially after her After a few years, Irene’s child- For Ernie Lopez, the sum- nologies can be honed. Executive Programs executive EDC information security the limits of marriage, challenges mother abandoned them when she hood friend Natoy (Zanjoe) re- mit was yet another instance of In his welcome remarks, partner, spoke about the technol- manager Jason Salvador closed the strength of family and shows was young. turns to her life. Finally, Irene “cross posting,” where compa- EDC chief information officer ogy outlook while ABS-CBN the summit with a quote from the true value of love in “Tubig at She falls in love with Jaime, a gets what she has always want- Cristine Reyes and Zanjoe Marudo nies learn from each other and Ferdi Poblete recounted three chief digital officer Donald Jack Welch: “Change before Langis.” seemingly perfect Prince Charm- ed—until one night when Natoy leverage each other’s strengths. reasons for the IT Summit: to Lim zoomed in on Technology you have to.” For businesses to Ernie Lopez, ABS-CBN Publishing Canlas reviews the highlights of the succumbs to the charms of barrio He cited as examples the Lo- learn from past experiences, in Focus. Kevin Ackhurst, the survive in this fast-changing president, thanks the LAA winners 2014 cycle lass Clara. pez Group’s experience during celebrate ITG and EDC ac- managing director of Google industry, they have to constant- Cinema One Originals extends deadline What will Irene do when she typhoon Yolanda in 2013, when complishments and, lastly, ex- for Work, discussed Google in ly look for upcoming trends in finds out about Natoy’s infidel- ABS-CBN collected relief CBN talents helped FPH in LAA winners for their good plore other opportunities to the workplace. technology and seize the op- CINEMA One Originals is ex- Seven finalists in the feature Cinema One Originals’ official ity? How will she protect her goods which were distributed building relationships with ex- work and willingness to share drive EDC’s success. Poblete The panel discussion was fa- portunity even before other tending its call for entries until film category will receive P3M to Facebook page. family? by First Philippine Holdings ternal groups. their “secrets” through the sum- ended his talk by stressing that cilitated by IBM Research and companies join the fray. This Will ‘AngYna’ keep February 26, 2016 and is now of- produce their film plus revenue Join the growing community Also included in the cast of Corporation (FPH), First Gen The president of ABS-CBN mit. business outcomes are more Development executive Jay Sa- becomes integral to company fering a P3- million budget each to share, while three finalists in the of movers and shakers in the film “Tubig at Langis” are Vivian Velez, and EDC; and when ABS- Publishing Inc. thanked the Turn to page 11 important than the technology. bido and EDC ITG Account survival. promise of love? deserving finalists. full-length documentary category industry by becoming part of Cin- Lito Pimentel, Nadia Montene- In “Pangako Sa ‘ Yo,” Amor (Jodi Sta. Maria) The P3M stake is the highest will get P1.5M to produce their ema One Originals 2016! Cinema gro, Marco Gumabao, Ingrid dela Comptrollers’ Circle By Jei-Jei Gertes and Eduardo (Ian Veneracion) finally found out budget ever given in the Philip- film in time for the festival. One Originals, which is now on its Paz, Dionne Monsanto, Archie that Yna (Kathryn Bernardo) is their long-lost pines by any film festival organi- To submit an entry, interested 12th year, has produced a number Alemania, Victor Silayan and daughter; however, Yna and Angelo (Daniel zation to encourage filmmakers to filmmakers need to download and of internationally and locally ac- Miguel Vergara. It is directed by Members bond over fun and games as Padilla) had vowed to love each other forever. submit their best stories. fill up the entry form available on claimed films.(K. Choa) FM Reyes. (K. Choa) How will they discover that Angelo’s real fa- Comptrollers’ Circle marks 16th year ther is not Eduardo? Will Claudia (Angelica Panganiban) still be able to destroy Amor and THE Lopez Group Comptrol- about work-life balance in the Eduardo’s happiness? Don’t miss the last few Ebe collaborates with Yeng, KZ and lers’ Circle held its general as- media and production environ- days of “Pangako Sa ’Yo,” weeknights after “FPJ’s sembly and fellowship at the ment; and husband-and-wife Ang Probinsyano”! ELJ Communications Center wellness coaches Jim and Toni Regine in first album under Star Music to celebrate its 16th year of or- Saret, trainers on the “Biggest By Aaron Domingo ganization. Loser Philippines” program on Special guest Lauren Dyogi (5th from left) with core team members (l-r) Aldrin Cerrado, Lucy Landayan, Hero TV says ‘I love you’ The whole-day festivities ABS-CBN, who presented Jingle Hernandez, Lanie Caimol, Gemma Roque and Jei-Jei Gertes Hero TV lets you journey once again with Mei EBE Dancel returns to the record- Ebe’s collaborations also con- quiao biopic “Kid Kulafu”; “Hang- started with Fr. Carmelo Calu- health and wellness activities in Tachibana in “Say I Love You.” Then there’s your ing scene with his first solo album sist of Sugarfree covers “Prom,” gang Wala Nang Bukas,” the theme ag discussing spiritual wellness the work environment. “One Week Friend.” Or join Magasumi in “My under Star Music where he deliv- where he sings with Yeng Con- song of the film “Heneral Luna”; in the professional and business The focus during this event Bride is a Mermaid.” New offering “Space Broth- ers a powerful lineup of songs. stantino, and the tender “Wag and “Ang Probinsyano,” a theme environment. was nontechnical topics, with ers” is about brothers who dream of becom- In “Bawat Daan,” Ebe brings Ka Nang Umiyak” featuring KZ song from ABS-CBN’s similarly Mark Lopez, chief technol- the view of assisting the comp- ing astronauts. Other new Hero TV titles are in some of OPM’s most respected Tandingan. titled primetime series, featuring by Mike Villegas, can now be ogy officer of ABS-CBN Cor- trollers and accountants in “Aoharu Ride” and “Magic Kaito.” Old favorites artists to rework some of his for- The rocker sings his heart out in rapper Gloc-9. streamed on Spotify and will poration, delivered the opening their personal development as like “Captain Earth,” “Dragon Force,” “Kuroko mer band Sugarfree’s most suc- the breakup ballad “Dapithapon,” Completing the track list are soon be available at record bars message. well as to give time for foster- No Basket,” “Eccentric Family” and “Ixion Saga” cessful hits. the yearning love song “Kasayaw” “Bawat Daan” and the acoustic nationwide. Digital tracks can Special guests were Lauren ing fellowship and camarade- also provide more action, laughter and inspiring highlights includes “Makita and “Lakambini,” an ode to a lover. versions of “Halik sa Hangin” and also be downloaded via leading ABS-CBN CTO Mark Lopez Dyogi, head of TV Produc- rie. The members enjoy the annual fellowship moments. Kang Muli,” a duet with Regine Ebe also brings inspiration with “Lakambini Ko.” record stores and in online music tion of ABS-CBN, who talked Turn to page 11 Velasquez-Alcasid. “Padayon,” from the Manny Pac- “Bawat Daan,” produced stores.  Lopezlink February 2016 Lopezlink February 2016  P hoto Meet the team s

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Kane Errol Choa Jun Dungo Integrated Creative 1950s, its fate during martial from page 1 ownership in SKY in favor of CEO, he will have to expand is resurgent competition in have created with us.” deal with,” he says. law, its resurgence after the Edsa would sit on for fear it would Connection with storied Corporate Communications Carmela del Mundo Integrated Public Service Communications Dino Laurena direct control of the business his horizon beyond the digital local broadcasting with local He believes that ABS-CBN’s Head Internal Audit OIC Head Management Head Integrated Sports Head Revolution, and yes, how and collapse; it would flood in the and Chief Executive Officer unit by ABS-CBN. space to include talent manage- content providers making a fo- measured response to the threat past why “In the Service of the Fili- office whenever it rained; and (CEO) of its even bigger parent It was not a straight path to ment, news and entertainment cused push for higher national posed by competition led to its It is this palpable connection pino” came to be—has been put tapes were reused several times company in 21 years. But things the ABS-CBN presidency for content production, events, ratings day to day, particularly noontime program catching up with the company’s storied past together for today’s audiences. over so there are no records of happen—and for good reason. Katigbak, either. He even left publications, customer service, in the last quarter of 2015. in the ratings by way of sustained that Katigbak hopes to renew The result is a brief but ABS-CBN’s early programs. Carlo Katigbak, President the group for a few months in theme parks and the thousand Trailblazer improvements on the show among ABS-CBN veterans comprehensive video collating “The people who went and CEO of ABS-CBN Cor- 1999 before returning later in and one other things ABS- “This is a competitive in- itself. In addition, ABS-CBN’s and introduce to ABS-CBN the experiences of long-time through all of that are still poration since the beginning of the year to head ABS-CBN In- CBN does as a multimedia con- dustry and you need a healthy primetime programs, aired from newbies through an internal ABS-CBN executives, thus around, so this is not ancient 2016, recalls: “When I joined teractive, starting up the digital glomerate. He did spend much respect for competition. But 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., continued to launch of the ABS-CBN brand Raymund Martin Miranda retracing the beginnings of the history,” Labayen shares. SKY (Sky Cable Corpora- services division of ABS-CBN, of his time as head of Access ABS-CBN is a trailblazer in dominate national ratings for story. Strategic Planning and Mark Nepomuceno company—its rise and fall in the For the multi-awarded ad- tion) in 1994, the only thing I beginning with creating web- soaking in the day-to-day affairs the industry. We have to stay the whole of 2015. “It is important to know the Donald Lim Mark Lopez Raffy Lopez Horizon Head/Chief Risk Corporate Services Group 1 Head 1950s through the 1980s and its man, the creative mind behind really imagined was bringing sites and microsites for ABS- of ABS-CBN, getting to know focused on what we want to Exemplary roster of story behind the achievements Chief Digital Officer Chief Technology Officer Global Head Management Officer unfaltering ascent by the 1990s. most of ABS-CBN’s station cable TV to every corner of the CBN programs, divisions and what makes people at different do instead of worrying about leaders of the company. We didn’t get “You only get to appreciate IDs and slogans including country. That was my job at the some Lopez Group member levels of the organization tick. the competition. While they And while nothing can ever here in one generation. We can what ABS-CBN stands for if 2009’s well-loved “Bro, Ikaw time as head of provincial op- companies. In 2005, he returned The best and brightest may have a higher-rating show fully prepare anyone for the claim those achievements be- you know its history, the vision ang Star ng Pasko,” its soul is erations. I’ve aspired for many to SKY as Chief Operating Of- “The last two years have from time to time, that is the enormity of the work ahead, cause there were many dedicated of its builders,” says Robert La- what sets the network apart other things since then, but ficer. In 2012, he became Presi- been spent learning as much nature of the industry. A sus- Katigbak believes he has only to leaders working with talented bayen, whose Creative Com- from competition. running ABS-CBN was never dent when Chairman Eugenio as I can about the company tained leadership is not about look to the exemplary roster of teams who brought ABS-CBN munications Management “For generations now, the something I imagined.” Lopez III (EL3) retired. and its people. Both Gabby looking for the latest overnight ABS-CBN leaders who came to where it is today. We have to group is spearheading the Lopezes have been known for At that time, SKY was not EL3’s goal (EL3) and Charo (ABS-CBN sensation. We must undertake before him. tell our story internally because Paolo Pineda Leng Raymundo Ging Reyes creation of the video project. public service, starting with the even part of ABS-CBN, but Katigbak was also made Chief Content Officer Charo a conscious, deliberate ef- “The presidency of ABS- what we consider important Bambi Orendain Business Development Caesar Poblador Integrated Acquisition and Integrated News and Current Sharing their stories and father of Don Eñing (Kapitan’s was a subsidiary of ABS-CBN concurrent Head of Access Santos-Concio, also recently fort to keep improving what CBN is a very heavy respon- as an organization transcends ABS-CBN University Head Head Legal Head ISD Head Affairs Head memories for the video are the father, Lopez Group founder parent firm Lopez Holdings in ABS-CBN, working with retired CEO) have generously we deliver to our consumers. sibility because its leadership any one person. It is about the people who joined Kapitan in Eugenio H. Lopez Sr.) who Corporation. It was the pioneer teams to commercialize EL3’s shared their experiences, learn- Leadership is measured over has a long history of achieving values that guided our leaders 1986, among them Executive was serving as the governor of cable service provider in Metro goal of ABS-CBN’s leader- ings and knowledge. I’ve put time. We shouldn’t panic with commercial and creative suc- and brought us success in the Adviser to the Chairman, Chief Iloilo when he was assassinat- Manila and began a strategic ship in the emerging technol- in a lot of time talking to and respect to the day to day. What cesses. It has built a lasting past. We must ensure that the Content Officer and ABS-CBN ed. Don Eñing in turn passed push to acquire provincial ogy platforms consisting of working with some of the best makes ABS-CBN strong is legacy of public service and culture they built survives the University President Charo San- these values on to Kapitan and operators to gain more lever- digital terrestrial television or and brightest people in the in- that we are not reliant on any nation-building, and it is a transition of leaders throughout tos-Concio, Chief Operating Of- then on to EL3,” he says. age in negotiating program DTT (now better known by dustry. I don’t think you’re ever one team or tandem or star. We company that is constantly in multiple generations. Values are ficer of broadcast Cory Vidanes, The initiative to tell the acquisitions from foreign con- its brand, ABS-CBN TVplus), really prepared for something have many of the most popu- the public eye. If you know the transcendent and they have the Star Creatives’ Malou Santos, ABS-CBN story to its em- tent providers. It was only in ABS-CBNmobile and iWantv, like this, but the only thing to lar talents—actors, directors, story behind the last 60 years power to bring us to where we Vivian Tin March Ventosa Malou Santos Ron Valdueza Integrated News and Current ployees and guests is thus 2009, following the entry of a and SKY on cable and satellite do is embrace the challenge writers—who have generated Integrated Customer Sky Cable Chief Operating Nandy Villar of ABS, you will understand want to go as an organization, Star Creatives Head Business Development Head CSG 2 Head and Group CFO Officer/Narrowcast Head ABS-CBNmobile Head Affairs Head Ging Reyes, New particularly relevant—and Singapore partner in SKY, that broadcast. and keep moving forward.” overwhelming public support the depth of the struggles that as a company,” says Katigbak. Media Head Enrico Santos, Star timely—as the 63-year-old Magic’s Johnny Manahan, Peter network embarks on a new Musngi, Olivia Lamasan and chapter under its new Presi- 1957 son Eugenio “Kapitan” Lopez Kapitan reverts ABS to its old made the rank of captain by 1986 chairman. FMG, meanwhile, 2004 tion Operations, Senior Vice former ABS-CBN President dent, Carlo Katigbak. Eugenio Jr., also known as Geny or name, Bolinao Electronics, as 1963 As ABS-CBN emerges from succeeds Jake Almeda Lopez Luis Alejandro serves as President for TV Production, Freddie M. Garcia; as well as the Labayen shares an obser- Lopez Sr., ELJ, becomes Executive Vice a tribute to Lindenberg 1966 the martial law years, Kapitan’s as GM President and Chief Operat- Executive Vice President, and newest generation of executives vation he had while watching who al- President. Jim Lindenberg, 1963 Jake Almeda Lopez, Kapitan’s eldest son and namesake 1997 ing Officer until Head of Channel 2 who helped lead ABS-CBN the network’s Christmas spe- ready owns the former owner of Bolinao The name that the company high school friend who went on Eugenio “EL3” Lopez III Kapitan passes on the chair- 2006 2013 into the new millennium. cial two months ago: “We can Chronicle Electronics, becomes General goes by today, ABS-CBN, to become ABS’ lawyer, takes comes on board as Treasurer manship to EL3, while FMG 2008 She takes over as Also providing a personal endure because we have lots of Broad- Manager (GM) of both ABS comes into use. The employees over the GM post. Freddie M. 1987 becomes ABS-CBN president Concio becomes the CEO upon the glimpse of Kapitan are his stars, creative talents and writ- 1953 casting and CBN also start referring to their Garcia, or FMG, joins ABS- Kapitan finds a production 1999 company’s first female retirement of EL3 ers. We can provide so much 1961 younger brother, Lopez Group The Philippines witnesses its Network leader as “Kapitan.” Had he CBN as a marketing assistant consultant in Charo Santos- Kapitan passes away at the age President. From 1989 2016 Chairman Emeritus Oscar M. more than the competition. first TV broadcast courtesy (CBN), Luis Garcia takes over as gone into the army after his 1967 Concio of 70 to 2006, she had Carlo Katigbak is Lopez, eldest daughter Gina “Our leaders still have so of Alto Broadcasting System buys ABS GM of ABS and CBN after stint in Virginia Military Bolinao Electronics officially 1994 2003 served as Director named President Lopez of ABS-CBN Lingkod many plans. The history of ABS- (ABS), formerly known as from Tony Quirino and names Lindenberg’s departure in 1960 Institute in the early 1950s, becomes known as ABS-CBN EL3 takes over as president, ABS-CBN celebrates the 50th for Programs, Vice and CEO of Kapamilya Foundation Inc. CBN is just about to begin.” Bolinao Electronics Bert Villanueva President. His 1962 they reasoned, he would have Broadcasting Corporation while Kapitan serves as year of Philippine TV President for Produc- ABS-CBN

 Lopezlink February 2016 Corporate Sustainability Museum/Values Lopezlink February 2016  Ongoings A different celebration for ‘Calidad The Lopez Museum and Library internship program is Humana’ ‘Drawing the Lines’: Illustrating designed to give undergraduates KCh as it marks 16th year and fresh graduates an overview By Niña de Sagun the story of a nation of the different departments of serving the public educational now FROM striking depictions of Lopez Museum and Li- the museum. system; the all-educational For the first batch of the 2016 channel also gave a sneak peek available personalities to provocative brary opens its 2016 calendar illustrations of factions and with Drawing the Lines, an ex- internship program, which will of its offerings for 2016. run until July 1, the museum is The following day, the KCh even institutions, editorial or hibition that reads beyond the online political cartoons have sur- physical space of the editorial looking for interns for the Public team headed by president and Programs (Graphic Design and executive director Rina Lo- vived as an enduring art form cartoon in tabloids, newspa- that meshes the representa- pers and news weeklies while Public Relations) departments. pez-Bautista, together with Applications will be ac- DepEd Sec. Br. Armin Lu- tion, opinion and style of the marrying journalism, history, Lines features the works of Completing the exhibit are cepted until February 13, 2016. istro, went to Isabelo Baleros artist. artistry and wit. Drawing the Danilo Dalena, Neil Dolori- works from the museum’s per- Drawing the Lines opens on For more info, email lmmpa- Elementary School in Taal, Cedie Lopez Vargas, Lopez Group Foundation Inc. president, receives the first copy of Calidad Humana from Amb. Roberto Mayorga of the Calidad con, E.Z. Izon, Dengcoy Miel, manent collection. Portraits by February 26 and runs until July 8. [email protected] or call Thea or Batangas to formally turn over Humana team Dante Perez, Jose Tence Ruiz Juan Luna, Felix Resurreccion Yna at tel. no. 631-2417. a KCh On-Demand package and Pinggot Zulueta. Hidalgo and Fernando Amor- The Lopez Memorial Mu- for K-12 to the teachers and The exhibit will reassemble solo will be featured along with Be a Lopez seum is at the ground floor, Ben- learners. Exporting the Filipino defunct publications by piecing editorial cartoons by Liborio pres Building, Exchange Road Meanwhile, four other Taal Museum together clippings, photographs Gatbonton and illustrations corner Meralco Avenue, Pasig KCh president Rina Lopez-Bautista (rightmost) and ABS-CBN Digital schools were recently recon- and other materials from the by Vicente Manansala as well City. Museum days and hours Terrestrial Television head Chinky Alcedo (2nd from left) turn over a nected to KCh. Taal Central spirit the ‘Calidad intern! library’s extensive collection. as social realist and abstract DO you want to have a differ- are Mondays to Saturdays, except “mahiwagang black box” to a Bago Bantay Elementary School student as School, Carmino Biscocho Caricatures will be taken apart, works by Onib Olmedo, Cesar ent museum experience? Do holidays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Avail of principal Adela Salvador looks on Memorial Elementary School, By Jared Echevarria Portions of “Calidad Hu- Humana’ way dissected and magnified to Legaspi, Brenda Fajardo and you want to know what hap- unlimited access to exhibitions Tulo Elementary School and mana” are now available for expose and understand the per- Galo Ocampo, among others. pens behind the scenes? Come and library resources by sign- KNOWLEDGE Channel offered by the “mahiwagang Balisong Elementary School “CALIDAD Humana: Sharing kabutihang-loob sa kapwa to downloading and reading on sonalities they depict. Archival materials of the Ma- and join the Lopez Museum ing up for the Lopez Museum (KCh) celebrated an “Ibang black box,” students will enjoy regained access to KCh through the Filipino Spirit” was recently Lopez and non-Lopez com- lopezlink.ph. Drawing the Lines will nila Chronicle and a selection team! membership program. Members Klaseng Pasko” with students watching KCh’s curriculum- new digital satellite receivers do- launched at the Cultural Cen- munities and organizations in The excerpts of the book reevaluate the role and impor- from the Philippines Free Press The museum is looking for can borrow books from the lend- and teachers of Bago Bantay based programs with crisp and nated by Telered Technologies. ter of the Philippines. order to promote the beauty of available online are the fore- tance of this powerful medium section of the library holdings bright, creative and dedicated ing section and get discounts on Elementary School in Quezon clearer digital TV viewing. Now on its 16th year, KCh The book, the first install- the Filipino spirit. word of OML, the introduc- in light of different contexts in will also be integral to the students who are eager to learn City. With division heads and aims to live by its vision to ment in a two-part series, is Department of Foreign Af- tion by Amb. Mayorga and lectures, workshops and services Philippine history. show. and have fun in the process. With the help of ABS- school administrators from reach more and teach more dedicated to the preservation fairs Usec. Laura del Rosario the first chapter written by for only P1,500. CBN TVplus and Sony Phil- Department of Education schools across the country by and promotion of the Filipino committed to distribute 400 social scientist Dr. Katrin de By Dulce Festin-Baybay ippines, 50 schools in Luzon (DepEd) divisions in at- bringing access to innovative character. copies of “Calidad Humana” Guia as well as the messages Lopez Values in Action will receive new television tendance, KCh showcased and fun multimedia learning Lopez Group Foundation to Philippine embassies and of the presidents of leading sets and access to KCh. One on video its achievements resources, making each class- Inc. president Cedie Lopez consulates around the world, Philippine universities. The of the four exclusive channels and milestones in 16 years of room experience ibang klase. Vargas represented Lopez describing it as an important table of contents will also Pinky Diokno: Let your performance speak for you Group chairman emeritus reminder of the nation’s iden- be shown so online readers into strengths. I take pride in want to be fair when it comes Oscar M. Lopez (OML) at tity that should be shared and will have an idea of the other FOR Cielito “Pinky” Romero based water company any lon- boy, also recalls the time when of the council. The HRs of the seeing those who worked with to formulating policies for em- the launch. Also present were exported outside of the Philip- chapters. Alvarado Diokno, who recently ger. the Lopez Group companies different Lopez companies also Interviewed by Kapitan me become heads of their ployees. the authors of the book, mem- pines. Meanwhile, the Calidad retired from Lopez Holdings were in due stress. saw how long we have been respective HR departments. I “I have been working for bers of the diplomatic corps, As OML wrote in his intro- Humana Movement, together Corporation as its Human After more than a month, “It’s not always been about here at our companies and this feel fulfilled when I see this.” 37 years and I am ambivalent researchers, academicians and duction for “Calidad Humana”: with Lopez Group Founda- Resources head, performance in May 1997, she was invited money,” she says. “When we established and strengthened For Diokno, her only about retirement,” she adds. students. “Just as all countries seek to tion Inc., SM Cares Founda- has always been her basis for by a Lopez Group executive had a financial crisis, all the our credibility. We were able heartache, as she puts it, is “you “Now, I just want to have time Calidad Humana is “a deep export their natural resources or tion, AIESEC and Global gauging workplace standards. and was later interviewed by vice presidents opted not to to exercise influence over our take care of everybody, for myself. All this time, I and intuitive concern for oth- their industrial and technologi- Peace Foundation, launched “Let your performance the late Eugenio “Kapitan” have a salary increase for three peers. We would go out of our but no one takes have always been con- ers that comes naturally to the cal products, the Philippines is the Calidad Humana Kapwa speak for you,” says Diokno, Lopez Jr. years.” way to help.” Shifting mind-set care of you when cerned about other Filipino.” Inspired by the Lopez in a unique position to export charter making competition. a high school graduate of St. Diokno recalls: “He gave This was quite easy for you are in HR. people. When I look Values, the Calidad Humana its human richness to all the The contest, which is open to Theresa’s College, a school me his blessing. I was inter- Another obstacle that Diokno to do as she is a ser- And I just back, you can only Movement shares and spreads peoples of the world.” all Filipinos, invites entrants to known for its tough standards ested in joining because I con- she had to hurdle as HR was vice-oriented person and, list down the most important of excellence. “You don’t have sidered Benpres (the former the shifting mind-set from a being a Virgo, is concerned want to have think there really L-R: EDC CSR department head Tracy Peralta, HR manager Onel Luna and director Art Valdez with UPLB chancellor and practical behaviors that to ‘suck’ it up with the boss,” name of Lopez Holdings) a strong sense of entitlement to with details, organization and a low profile is a higher being. Dr. Fernando Sanchez, College of Forestry and Natural Resources dean Dr. Willie Abasolo, associate dean Prof. Filipinos should preserve. adds this holder of a Bachelor blue-chip company. Working one of meritocracy wherein she perfection. at all times From where I Roniel Manalo and former dean Dr. Ramon Razal “Calidad Humana” can be of Science degree major in Psy- with the Lopezes, I felt more encountered a lot of resistance. “Being in HR, our focus and I feel was before to used as the reference for the chology from the University of nationalistic and I could help “We had to shift to per- was our customers—the em- u n c o m - where I am EDC establishes biodiversity park in UPLB competition. the Philippines. in implementing social justice formance-based culture. We ployees. It is a two-way thing f o r t a b l e now, I had the By Toni Nieva For hard copies, “Calidad Before joining the Lopez as we were into providing elec- introduced salary structure so that they help when asked.” with recog- right breaks. Humana” is available at the Group, Diokno was exposed to tricity, water and communica- according to market standards. Diokno takes pride in put- nition and And again, my ENERGY Development Cor- living laboratory for taxonomy identity. EDC is rescuing them Lopez Museum at the ground the global practices of human tions.” If you don’t meet your perfor- ting into practice the values awards. Most piece of advice: poration (EDC) in partnership students, faculty and research- from the few remaining stands floor of Benpres Building, resources. She was with Stan- She joined Benpres HR mance objective, you do not she herself has always believed of all, I just let your performance with the University of the Philip- ers. It is also equipped with in the wild through the col- Ortigas Center. For more info, dard Chartered Bank as its where she worked on the em- get any increase.” in. speak for it- Setting a good example pines at Los Baños (UPLB) and facilities and a nature-themed lection of seeds and wildlings, call 631-2417. (J. Echevarria) country head. She was the first ployees’ compensation pack- Diokno considers setting up self.” UPLB Foundation established a walkway for the appreciation of and is propagating them for to set up the HR department age. After a few months, she the Lopez Group HR Council “My values are aligned with biodiversity park in UPLB. The conservationists and tourists. replanting in safe areas such as Harvard Business School, Sharp Travel boost of Maynilad when it was priva- was asked to help out the HR with Beth Canlas of First Phil- the Lopezes’ and I take pride UPLB-EDC BINHI biodiver- EDC has been seriously schools and parks,” EDC vice Laguna school kids’ spirits Bantay Bata 163-Laguna, tized as the government-run department of BayanTel. ippine Holdings Corporation in these. In HR, you have to sity park will serve as a seedling involved in the rescue and president for Corporate Affairs together with Harvard Business School Field 2 and Sharp Travel Service, Metropolitan Waterworks and Progressive company and Mabelle Ramos of Lopez set a good example. First and or gene bank for threatened Phil- preservation of the country’s Ricky Carandang explained. distributed gift packs, books and educational toys as well as repainted Sewerage System to a company “BayanTel was one of the Inc. as one of the highlights foremost, you must have integ- BAYAN Academy offers ippine tree species and a source most premium endangered tree EDC has already completed classrooms and conducted a storytelling activity for some 200 students belonging to the Lopez Group. progressive companies I worked of her career with the Lopez rity. We help achieve business of planting materials for forest species through BINHI, its similar tree park projects in of Sto. Niño Elementary School in San Pedro, Laguna. Harvard Business the following certificate This transition proved to be a with,” says Diokno, “and the Group. excellence and, of course, we restoration programs. landmark biodiversity project. UP Diliman in Quezon City, School Field 2 also turned over a computer set to the school. Said ABS- training courses this month: difficult period for Diokno, Growing the HR Council are into employee welfare. I try February 26: company was nominated for Two-hundred forty trees, “Through BINHI, we seek BayaniJuan in Calauan, Laguna CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation Inc. managing director Susan Afan: Business who did not want to deal with the People Management As- “We grew it. We encour- my best to be the best that I including the highly valued to preserve the gene pool of the and Rafael Salas Park in Bago “I am so happy to say that they chose us among so many foundations,” Model Canvas union issues anymore. Besides, sociation of the Philippines’ aged companies to join. They can be and to help others to be dalingdingan, kaladis narig, critically endangered premium City, Negros Occidental. It has adding that “every immersion comes from small beginnings and follows a For rates, call Carol she found Maynilad quite far Employer of the Year award. saw how our HR Council the best that they can be, start- kamagong, malabayabas, mang- indigenous tree species which also planted seedlings of these great thing that makes them leave a piece of themselves.” Andy Zelleke, Arcaya at 426-3140. Bayan from her house in Parañaque. We were way ahead in building head Cedie Vargas supported ing with my staff. I point out gachapui, narek, Philippine teak are at the core of our local rare and endangered species in Harvard Business School faculty director, assured Bantay Bata 163 that Academy reserves the right to She was just not interested in a service-oriented culture.” it, and her being a Lopez was areas for development. I help they will come back to the Philippines to support and help Filipino children. and tindalo, are now planted in biodiversity and which repre- 120 partner schools and parks change course dates. staying at the Quezon City- Diokno, a mother of one a big advantage for the growth them convert their weaknesses the park. The park will serve as a sent our nation’s heritage and nationwide. (Mharize Mina) PHOTOS BY: HYLE MAE LONEZA 10 Lopezlink February 2016 Lifelong Wellness Interactive Lopezlink February 2016 11 Preparing for the trek with the Rockwell team Sudoku Eats Eye exams 101 Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! By Charizze Henson Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, ABS-CBN on top! column at kahon. HAVING ABS-CBN remains the good vi- most-watched TV net- sion is more work in the country in than see- January after the station ing clearly. garnered an average au- WTT’s opening Aside from dience share of 43% from nearsight- combined urban and ru- Celebrate e d n e s s , ral homes vs. GMA 7’s farsighted- 36%, according to recent salvo in La Mesa ness and data from Kantar Media. love@EL By Gerbs De Castro a s t i g m a - ABS-CBN kept a tism, there strong hold on the prime Center! WEEKS after the yuletide binge- are diseases time block, hitting an ing of Pinoys, more than 450 like glaucoma, cataracts or reti- out eye problems should be ex- average audience share SAVOR love under the stars at Lopez Group employees, family nal diseases that may affect your amined at least every two years; of 48% nationwide ver- Eugenio Lopez Center this Val- members and friends displayed vision. however, those with existing eye sus its rival’s 33%. The entine’s Day! their love for chairman emeritus A comprehensive eye exam problems or those who were station’s afternoon block Whether you’re spending the Oscar M. Lopez’s walking advo- involves tests designed to evalu- born prematurely, have develop- also garnered a 42% na- day of hearts with your signifi- cacy by flocking to the January ate the overall condition of your mental delays or are cross-eyed tionwide rating versus cant other or with your family, Walk the Talk (WTT) event. eyes. Your eye doctor does not should be checked more often. GMA’s 37%. you’ll be in for an enchanting The walk in La Mesa- Na only determine changes in the Adults, on the other hand, Kantar Media uses a evening at the center. As the Or- ture Reserve, Quezon City was eye grade or prescription but should undergo a comprehen- nationwide panel size of 2,609 Mo Kaya” and “Wansapanataym.” rounded out the Kapamilya pro- chestra of the Filipino Youth sets sponsored by ABS-CBN, SKY also evaluates the lenses and sive eye exam yearly. the mood with romantic music,  urban and rural homes that rep- “Dance Kids” maintained its good grams in the Top 10. and Knowledge Channel. retina. Dr. Cruz notes: “As you age, Very Easy indulge in a delicious buffet din- The WTT team gathers for a class photo Emcee DJ Papi Charlz  Easy resent 100% of the total Philip- showing (29.8%) at third place. “It’s Showtime” (16.1%) was The program proper began Says Asian Eye Institute re- your risk of developing eye dis- chats with a participant  Medium pine TV viewing population, Prime time newscast “TV Pa- able to regain the lead in the ner while gazing over the spar- with the invocation and the fractive/LASIK surgeon and eases also increases. More so if  Hard while AGB Nielsen reportedly trol” remains the only news pro- weekday noontime slot as its kling lights of the city below. recitation of the Lopez Credo comprehensive ophthalmolo- you have a family history of any has 1,980 homes based solely in gram in the Top 10 programs in rival show’s rating dropped to For only P1,499 per person, and Values led by SKY’s Jona- gist Dr. Emerson Cruz: “The eye disease, wear eyeglasses or urban areas that represent only January, landing in fourth spot 15.2%. guests will also receive a long- than Cruz and Bulak Acierto, only way to know if your eyes contacts, take medications that 57% of the Philippine TV view- with an average national TV rat- ABS-CBN also fared better stemmed rose with Valentine respectively. are truly healthy is by doing a can affect eyesight (like -ste ing population. ing of 28.7%. than its competition in other ter- token in addition to sunset cock- Dimpy Jazmines of SKY and thorough eye exam. We can roids) or smoke. Still topping the list of most- Two new programs also de- ritories such as Balance Luzon tails and house wine; immortal- TJ Isla of ABS-CBN delivered detect eye diseases at an early “Those with chronic diseases watched programs during the buted strongly in January. “Pili- (areas in Luzon outside Mega ize your memories of your date the welcome remarks as rep- stage—when they are most like hypertension and diabetes Answer to DEC.-JAN. puzzle previous month is “FPJ’s Ang pinas Got Talent Season 5” aver- Manila) where it scored a na- at the photo booth set up for the resentatives of their respective treatable. Most of these diseases are strongly recommended to Probinsyano” with an average aged a rating of 26.6%, while “Be tional average audience share of occasion. Solution, tips and companies that sponsored the Jonathan SKY’s Bulak don’t have signs or symptoms at have their eyes checked more national TV rating of 39.8% fol- My Lady” earned 18.3%, almost 45% versus GMA’s 36%, in the What’s more, guests who avail wellness undertaking. The team from sponsor company ABS-CBN the onset, so it’s important that frequently,” he adds. computer program Cruz of SKY Acierto available at lowed by “Pangako Sa ’Yo” with 10 points higher than its com- Visayas with 54% versus the ri- of the Valentine’s Day promo WTT participants who cel- we treat them early to prevent Make eye exams a part of www.sudoku.com 31.4% which tied at second with petition. “Rated K” (24.3%) and val’s 26% and in Mindanao with will get a chance to win an over- ebrated their birthdays in De- prepped with stretching/exer- After walking for around two WTT draws near, a lot of ex- vision loss.” your commitment to your over- weekend top-raters “Maalaala “Home Sweetie Home” (24.1%) 55% against GMA’s 27%. night stay for two at the center! cember and January were also cises by the Rockwell team and hours, everyone was treated to citing things are definitely in Children’s eyes should be all health. For overseas Filipino For reservations and inquiries, recognized during the program. the safety briefing courtesy of sumptuous packed meals at the store for all those who have checked at six months old, at worker (OFW) families, Asian contact Jonalyn Rocreo at tel. Before trudging the six-ki- Energy Development Corpo- venue. been continuously supporting age 3 and right before they start Eye has an OFW Family Eye in-Tariff Ahead of Competi- EDC was discussed by senior LAA codirector Beth Canlas nos. 410-0951 to 54 or 636-0581 going to school. Children with- Care program that offers com- A REUNION OF LAA WINNERS lometer trail, the participants ration’s August Villalon. As the 10th anniversary of this wellness project. from page 5 tion, respectively. manager for HR operations introduced EDC and First Bal- or email [email protected]. prehensive eye exams at dis- Operations Management and administration Jose Noel four, whose collaboration on the counted rates. For more info, Customer Focus Creation and Customer Expe- Two more Burgos Wind Luna. overhead transmission line and call 898-2020. Public Responsibility MEMBERS BOND... Kicking off the presenta- rience. Farm-related campaigns— substation of the Burgos Wind from page 5 Standing abs for a stronger core Sports & Wellness tions were the winners in the Business Management Success ang Access: Securing The journey of Failon Project merited the Special Rec- Customer Focus category: First In Business Management, Burgos Rights-of-Way the Ngayon’s Padyak: The Pedi- ognition for Excellence in Syn- The group wrapped up the oc- START the year right by re- with one foot, lifted up as high hip. Use controlled motions shoulder length apart. While your body, towards the side of calendar Balfour project director John commercial analyst Corinne Right Way, Right Away! pre- cab Project—The Wheels of ergy. casion with the annual Christmas FEBRUARY solving to get fitter and health- as you can—without using mo- and keep the ball or object rel- keeping your torso steady, rotate your left hip. Return to the Porter on Meeting a Critical Ablaza and business develop- sented by business develop- New Hope and New Begin- Also taking another bow were fellowship which included fun 13: Power of Two partner ier. mentum to swing it upwards atively close to your body. Do your body around it clockwise starting position. Do this for Challenge: The 115-KV -Bur ment analyst Karlo Abril shared ment manager Arnold Lopez nings for 200 Pedicab Driv- the five Lopez Group Unsung games, exchange gifts, raffles and Standing abdominal exer- and without pain. Stick with all repetitions on just one side and then counterclockwise for 20 counts and repeat on the yoga (Life Yoga, BGC, gos Overhead Transmission the EDC experience in the 49- and Defusing the 150-MW ers in Tacloban and Leyte Heroes: Adtel Inc.’s Reynaldo entertainment from ABS-CBN cises can build core strength just one leg for 10 counts and of the body for six counts, and one count. Keep your legs and other side. Do not round your Taguig), 10am. Contact Line and Substation, and ABS- MW Geothermal Power Plant Time Bomb: On Risking it was shared by “Failon Ngay- Reyes, FPH’s Farley Cuizon and talents. The program was hosted and mimic many exercises done then switch to lift the opposite then switch to the opposite back straight while you do this back as you crunch your abs 886-7500 or sales@ CBNmobile Digital Access Transfer from Northern Negros All to Complete the Burgos on” head writer Gerald Oro, Elsa Maria Silvino, SKY Cable by Jei-Jei Gertes. while lying flat on your back. leg in the next segment. This side. If you don’t have a ball for six counts. You might feel a forward. Drive your knee and lifeyogacenter.com head Ralph Menorca on ABS- to Southern Negros, and Sur- Substation presented by en- while “TV Patrol” segment Corporation’s Pablo Fernandez, The Comptrollers’ Circle was gineering design supervisor These are short exercises you requires a crunch at the torso, or dumbbell or any weighted bit silly doing this but it works hands firmly together with 14: COEXIST, 2.2K/4.4K CBNmobile and iWant TV: vival of the FiT-test: Securing producer Joven Nunag tack- and Lopez Holdings Corpora- organized in 1999 with the sup- can do during your break—in- and work from your core in or- object like a book, just pretend the entire core very well. While each repetition. Rexie Abad-Valenciano— led the physically demand- port of Lopez Group chairman (UP Diliman, QC), 5am. Shaping the Future of Content the Burgos Wind Farm Feed- tion’s Mario Bactol. stead of drinking that extra cup der to maintain balance as you you are holding one. you are rounding your body Waist pinchers. Do this shared the spotlight in the ing but rewarding journey Nominate deserving teams emeritus Oscar M. Lopez. Its ob- Fee: P300-P400. Register of coffee or tea! lift that single leg up and teeter Jumping oblique twist. Do forward, your back muscles are slowly. Start with your left arm Operations Management of their team in E-TV Patrol: LAA director Ben Liboro, in jective is to maintain high-quality at http://goo.gl/forms/ezS- The descriptions of the- fol on one foot. this quickly. This one raises working; when you lean back- up on your side, and the left category. Patrol ng Edukasyon. his closing message, encour- financial reporting in the Group in 0DSsXxE Corporate Image lowing exercises are excerpted Captain Morgan diagonal your heart rate and calorie wards, the front of your core foot’s toes pointing out. Then 20: Kundalini Yoga Meanwhile, the transfor- aged employees to nominate terms of reliability, relevance and from fitnessblender.com. How- pass. Do this slowly. This ex- burn. With your hands folded engages in order to keep you bring the left knee up as high as EDC corporate finance mation of a Palawan com- deserving teams and individuals timeliness, and to promote work- ever, the number of counts ercise is great for improving in front of you at shoulder level, from toppling over. you can on your left side, at the (yoga+ Makati, Cambridge manager Liza Po took charge munity in Ugong Rock: in the next cycle of the awards life balance among its members. have been adjusted to fit in five your balance. Bring the left jump on your feet while twist- High knee chops. Do this same time bring your left arm Centre, Salcedo Village), of presenting the Grand From Poverty to Prosperity program. He also paid tribute Various seminars and trainings minutes. For the full 10-minute knee up high in front to waist ing your torso left and right. quickly. Start with feet about down on your side with the left 10am and 2pm. Contact Slam Deal of the Year: Secur- was presented by ABS-CBN to the LAA team composed of are organized regularly to keep workout on the website, each level and hold it there. Pass a The feet will alternately be di- shoulder length apart and your knee almost touching the left 869-6420 ing the Internationally Ac- Lingkod Kapamilya Founda- program manager Ross Hamo, the comptrollers, accountants and 20: 1st Las Piñas Fun exercise is done for 45 seconds medicine ball or dumbbell or rected 45 degrees left and right hands clasped on the upper hip. Do this for 12 counts and claimed Project Financing for tion Inc.-Bantay Kalikasan Glenda Discutido, Karen Ven- finance personnel updated on the Run, per side (left and right). any weighted object from the while you twist at the same right side of your body high repeat on the other side. 3K (Zapote Bridge, the 150-MW Burgos Wind program director Jen Santos. tura and his codirector Canlas. developments in accounting stan- Standing pike crunch. Do upper right side of your body time, keeping the shoulders above your head. Simultane- Try to find five minutes in Las Piñas), 5:30am. Fee: Project, the lone winner in Completing the set of win- Canlas bowed out of the Lopez dards and pronouncements, taxa- this slowly. Stand upright with high above your head, diago- facing straight forward. Do this ously lifting your left knee to your day for these abdominal P300. Contact 0908- Corporate Image Building. ners in the Public Responsi- Group after 41 years and three tion and other regulatory require- feet together. Lift both arms in nally across your body, down to for 50 counts. above waist level, bring both exercises that can strengthen 5889184 or villarsipag- HR Focus bility category was First Gas years with the LAA team. ments. The Comptrollers’ Circle the air and bring them down the lower left side of your body Torso rotations. Do this hands down quickly in a chop- your core without requiring you [email protected] In HR Focus, the story Power Corporation’s Pro- The Winners’ Summit, which core team includes Jingle Her- to waist level where they meet outside the side of your left slowly. Stand with feet about ping motion, diagonally across to lie on the floor. behind Seven Unions Nego- viding Power after Glenda: signaled the official close of the nandez, Lanie Caimol, Gertes, FPH’s Ria Silvino thanks the Lopez family, on behalf of her fellow Unsung tiating as One: The Unprece- Resiliency of Santa Rita and 2014 cycle, also saw the soft Gemma Roque and Aldrin Cer- Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline Heroes, for the recognition given to them dented Unified CBA Story of San Lorenzo Power Plants. launch of the 2015 LAA cycle. rado. 12 Lopezlink February 2016

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