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Rocco Puno: Out New go-to spots How did we fare in 2017? …page 2 of his comfort …page@Rockwell 12 zone …page 9  Lopezlink April 2018 Biz News Lopezlink April 2018  ABS-CBN is Filipinos’ Journos, celebs teach and inspire FPH RNI at P6.8B ABS-CBN reports net network of choice in March By Kane Choa FIRST Philippine Holdings Cor- decreased by P4.0 billion, or The FPH Group’s total reve- students in Pinoy Media Congress 12 poration (FPH) posted an attrib- 41%, to P5.9 billion in 2017 nues increased by P13.0 billion, or ABS-CBN remained as the top income of P3.16B TV network in the country in MEDIA practitioners played Rowena Paraan, ABS-CBN utable recurring net income (RNI) from last year’s P9.9 billion on 14%, from P91.9 billion in 2016 By Kane Choa mentors to young mass com- head for Futures, Standards and of P6.8 billion, higher by P900 account of FPH’s share in one- to P104.9 billion this year. This March as it swept the top 10 list of most watched programs and municators at the Pinoy Media Ethics Chi Almario-Gonzales, million or 15% versus last year’s off losses related to the First was primarily driven by the higher ABS-CBN Corporation report- directly translate to increased to announce that our DTT Congress (PMC) Year 12 held by journalist Inday Varona and P5.9 billion, for the year ended Gen group’s debt prepayments revenues from sale of electricity recorded an average audience ed P40.7 billion in consolidated revenues,” said Cerrado. “At team actually sold over two share of 46% (excluding Holy ABS-CBN and the Philippine UP professor Clarissa David; December 31, 2017. The growth in contrast with the nonrecur- following the full-year contribu- revenue for 2017, bringing its the same time, we have con- million boxes, bringing our to- Association of Communication and the evolving newsroom and was driven by the stronger recur- ring gains recognized last year tions of the Avion and San Gabri- Week) compared to GMA’s net income to P3.16 billion. tinued to implement cost-ef- tal box sales to 4.3 million as of 32%, according to data from Educators (PACE) at the Col- journalists of media organiza- ring earnings from the energy, real mainly arising from San Ga- el gas plants, and from the real es- “Overall, we are pleased with ficiency measures which have December 2017. By the end of lege of the Holy Spirit Manila. tions as told by Reyes and Ma- estate and manufacturing sectors. briel’s liquidated damages and tate business on account of higher Kantar Media. by “” (38.1%). our performance for 2017 and enabled us to keep costs with- this year, we hope to breach the The Kapamilya network kept “La Luna Sangre” (37.2%) thrilled Journalists led by ABS- nila Bulletin executive editor Despite higher RNI, net First Philec’s arbitration settle- completion and sales booking of we are particularly happy to in manageable levels.” six-million mark.” CBN Integrated News head Pinky Colmenares. income attributable to FPH ment. the projects of Rockwell Land. its lead nationwide, particularly viewers up to its gripping finale, have exceeded our guidance for As a result, the total costs Valdueza added: “Our sub- in Metro Manila where it hit while “Bagani” (33.4%) instantly Ging Reyes, Jeff Canoy and It also touched on how digital net income,” said ABS-CBN and expenses for 2017 were flat sidiaries also made significant an average audience share of fascinated viewers. Christian Esguerra, media technology is being used in pro- chief financial officer (CFO) compared to the previous year. contributions to our revenue 42% versus GMA’s 27%, and in “MMK” (31%) touched viewers’ personalities Bianca Gon- ducing new experiences for Ka- Aldrin Cerrado. “Top line Total assets rose to P75.1 bil- growth. generated Mega Manila where it got an hearts, and “TV Patrol” (30.7%) zalez-Intal and , pamilya viewers like in the case Despite flat growth of recurring revenue growth, boosted by a lion as of the end of December over P2.9 billion in ticket sales average audience share of 37% brought relevant news stories to creative heads Rondel Lin- of “Bagani,” which according to healthy increase in consumer 2017 compared to P72.7 billion both here and abroad.” dayag and Vanessa Valdez, ABS-CBN creative manager Journalists Inday Varona, Rowena Paraan, Chi Almario-Gonzales and compared to GMA’s 35%. more Filipinos in March. UP professor Clarissa David tackle media literacy earnings, First Gen gears up sales, was about 9%.” in 2016. The company’s equity SKYcable saw a 4% growth ABS-CBN also ruled in Total Also part of the top 10 list and digital experts Ben Ravi- Ays de Guzman will soon have ABS-CBN adopted the cost base increased from P31.7 bil- in revenues, from P8.8 billion Luzon where it registered 42%, are “Wansapanataym” (25.8%), na and Dennis Lim bannered an online extension, as well as in per individual rating point pric- lion to P33.7 billion as of the in 2016 to P9.1 billion in 2017, beating GMA’s 35%; in Total Vi- “” (24.4%), the speakers in the event restoring classic Filipino films, Prof. Yvonne Chua of VERA ABS-CBN and PACE also for low-carbon future ing (CPIRP) scheme in 2015, end of December 2017. driven by a 21% increase in sayas where it scored 56% com- “Rated K” (23.2%) and “The participated in by over 1,200 just like what is being done by Files and Comm. Raymund Li- awarded the winners of the 1st which rewards the company for The company saw record broadband and direct-to-home pared to GMA’s 25%; and in To- Blood Sisters” (21.3%). students and teachers from all Leo Katigbak and ABS-CBN boro of the National Privacy Class Project Mini-Documen- FIRST Gen Corporation is carbon energy future,” said First enues from the sale of electric- an increase in ratings. sales of its digital terrestrial subscribers. over the . Film Restoration. Commission, meanwhile, orient- tary competition, which was gearing up its core business to Gen president and COO Giles ity increased by $147 million or tal Mindanao where it garnered ABS-CBN won across all “In 2017, we maintained television (DTT) ABS-CBN ABS-CBN Global staged 54% versus GMA’s 28%. time blocks, particularly in the With the theme “Beyond Pia Bacungan-Laurel of ed students on digital safety and ruled by the group from De La strengthen its lead position in Puno. 9% to $1,708 million, compared our leadership in national TVplus boxes. “ASAP Toronto” in Canada, Hits and Hashtags: Harnessing ABS-CBN International Sales the data privacy law, respectively. Salle University-Dasmariñas. developing the country’s low- He added: “On our clean to $1,561 million in 2016. The “FPJ’s ” prime time block where it gar- audience share, and we im- ABS-CBN Group CFO while TFC is now being (41.3%) solidified its position as nered an average audience share Digital to Help Build a Better & Distribution also shared how For the second year, the two- There were also educational carbon energy future. low-carbon gas platform, we natural gas portfolio accounted proved our average ratings Ron Valdueza said: “Our target watched by over three million World,” this year’s PMC tackled the company’s goal of putting day event held an interactive activities held in ABS-CBN, The company reported re- closed out the residual techni- for $1,036 million, or 61% of the most watched program in of 51%, 21 points higher than in both Mega Manila, from was to sell 1.5 million ABS- Filipinos abroad. the country in March, followed GMA’s 30%. the most pressing issues in news Philippine artistry on the map live broadcast in the Visayas, such as a Ricky Lee scriptwrit- curring net income attributable cal issues in operating the 420- First Gen’s total consolidated 34% to 37%, and Metro Ma- CBN TVplus boxes in 2017 KidZania has attracted media today. These included the is taking shape with more and where students watched the ing workshop, a BMPM citizen to equity holders of the par- MW San Gabriel flex plant and revenues. Their revenues were nila, from 37% to 41%. This is which would have brought our over 330,000 visitors for 2017. proliferation of fake news on more Filipino programs and sessions and asked questions journalism and media literacy ent of $163 million for 2017, the 97-MW Avion peaking 24% higher in 2017 mainly due even more important now that total box sales to about 3.8 mil- Meanwhile, gen- Promos & offers social media that was discussed artists already making waves live via satellite from Cebu seminar, film screening of re- which is unchanged from the plant in the first half of 2017. to the full-year contributions with CPIRP, improved ratings lion by year-end. I am pleased erated P840 million in sales. by Bayan Mo, iPatrol Mo head abroad. Technological University. stored classics and studio tours. previous year. The natural gas First Gen is also progressing of the Avion and San Gabriel platform delivered recurring with the site preparation of its plants and higher fuel rev- Score a cable and internet earnings of $120 million versus LNG [liquefied natural gas] enues of the Santa Rita and the bundle and more with One ABS-CBN cements spot as top local YouTube, Facebook publisher $112 million previously. The regasification terminal to be 500-MW San Lorenzo power geothermal and hydroelectric located in its First Gen Clean plants. The total recurring earn- SKYdirect hits 500,000- SKY’s half-off deal ABS-CBN continues to domi- personalized viewing experi- optimize video content unique to It continues to cultivate online platforms both suffered from Energy Complex in Batangas. ings contribution from First Until April 30, families in One SKY-covered areas can enjoy nate the digital space as it ranked ence. the platform,” said Dennis Lim, creators through Adober Studios, lower recurring earnings due The LNG facility will ensure Gen’s natural gas portfolio in- 50% off on their basic monthly service fee for the first three as the most viewed online content The company remains at the head of YouTube and Multi- its multichannel network. to the natural calamities that the continued supply of natural creased by $8 million to $120 months, plus a low initial cash-out as they will not be charged creator locally and 32nd globally, forefront of giving digital Fili- channel Network at ABS-CBN’s “We recognize that viewers subscriber mark ahead of global media compa- pinos access to content through Digital Media Division. on YouTube are drawn to con- struck Leyte in 2017 and weak gas for all of its gas-fired power million in 2017. an advance payment. They can choose among One SKY Pre- spot market prices. These were plants.” EDC’s geothermal, wind and SKYDIRECT, the direct- to delight customers that is TV offering of , mium (unlimited internet and HD cable TV), One SKY Lite nies like CNN, Bleacher Re- its long-time partnership with ABS-CBN’s leadership on tent that is personally relevant offset by lower expenses at the The company’s attributable solar revenues accounted for to-home pay TV service of uniquely SKY, will now be ex- aiming to bring its superior (internet with usage allowance and HD cable TV) and One port, Buzzfeed Video and ABC, YouTube. YouTube boosts its transition into to them, not to the production parent company as $309 mil- net income for 2017 of $134 $628 million, or 37% of total SKY, posted a new milestone perienced in more homes na- brand of cable entertainment SKY Broadband + VOD (fiber-powered broadband with free according to data published by “The partnership with You- being an agile digital company. It value of the videos. Today’s big- lion of debt was prepaid in million was $29 million lower consolidated revenues (see story as it crossed the 500,000-sub- tionwide,” he added. options to more areas nation- access to video-on-demand). Those who avail of a One SKY social video analytics and video Tube gives our audiences direct has the biggest online presence gest online creators belong to a 2017. due to the one-time effect of in March 2018 issue). scriber mark nationwide this Also in March, SKYdirect wide, beyond its key cities. As Premium or Lite plan will get free 15-day access to all SKY- intelligence platform Tubular. access to the kind of information among all media companies and new wave of online celebrities “The flat earnings growth break funding costs incurred FG Hydro, owner of the 132- March. held its “Kapamilyang Kampe- it taps satellite technology, cable channels, while those who choose a One SKY Broadband With over 18 billion views and entertainment they choose a growing list of digital properties, who are original, unique and does not reflect the many note- as a result of a $500-million MW Pantabangan-Masiway “We are grateful to the SKY on” business conference at the SKYdirect has a capacity for + VOD plan will get free two-month access to the channel on YouTube, ABS-CBN pro- to follow, while offering them a including ABS-CBN Entertain- innovative. We aim to empow- worthy achievements of 2017 refinancing of the 1,000-MW hydroelectric plants, reported and Kapamilya communities ABS-CBN Vertis Tent, where reach across the islands and of- pack of . Visit mysky.com.ph/switch or drop vides “snackable” content that wide array of content that cater ment, the most subscribed and er and gather all of them and that strongly positions the com- Santa Rita power plant’s long- decreased revenues by $16 mil- for helping us reach this sig- it announced its 2018 busi- fers ease of access. At the time by any SKYzone business center for more details. gives its 15.8 million subscrib- to their different needs and inter- viewed local YouTube channel; bring their original content to a pany to develop a cost-compet- term debt last May 2017 as lion or 32% to $33 million as nificant chapter in SKY Cable’s ness objectives and showcased of its rollout, SKYdirect was ers on YouTube and 16.6 mil- ests. … Since YouTube can be ac- the ABS-CBN News channel; wider audience,” said Lim. (K. itive and flexible platform. This well as premiums paid for First its ancillary service contract history and keeping us on track its new programs. The top per- available nationwide starting lion followers on Facebook a cessed worldwide, we create and Star Cinema; and . Choa) platform is best prepared to Gen’s and EDC’s partial buy- expired last February 2017. The towards serving Filipino people forming dealers and distribu- on day one. ‘Sin Island: The Director’s Cut,’ both enable and address a low- back of their respective US dol- hydro plants account for only across the entire archipelago tors from all over the country SKYdirect currently offers lar-denominated bonds. These 2% of First Gen’s total consoli- with the enriching SKY experi- who helped SKYdirect reach postpaid and prepaid sub- ‘The Revenger Squad’ on SKY OML Center announces release of 2nd PhilCCA report Annual Meeting were in addition to EDC’s dated revenues. Consequently, ence,” president and chief op- 400,000 subscribers by the end scription plans which feature Movies PPV THE Oscar M. Lopez Cen- water resources, coastal systems ties will impact the different sec- Dates earthquake- and typhoon-re- the recurring attributable earn- erating officer March Ventosa of 2017 were feted at the same a mix of free-to-air, local and “Sin Island” makes its television premiere on SKY Movies Pay- ter, together with the Climate and low-lying areas, agriculture tors of society. A firmer grasp of lated expenditures, among oth- ings contribution of FG Hydro said. event. international cable channels, Per-View via its even hotter version, “The Director’s Cut.” Wit- these issues can serve as a guide April 19: ABS-CBN, Change Commission, announced and fisheries, and human health. ers. was lower by $6 million at $8 “‘Wow at Saya,’” a brand of Launched in May 2016, in standard and high defini- ness this movie fresh from the cinemas with bonus film “The for climate-smart and timely Dolphy Theater, 8am the release of the Philippine Cli- This is the second in the First Gen’s consolidated rev- million in 2017. personalized customer service SKYdirect augmented the pay tion. Ghost Bride.” Star Cinema on SKY PPV is airing the director’s interventions that can build and May 8: EDC, One Rock- mate Change Assessment Working Philippine Climate Change As- cut as a limited offer to One SKY, SKYcable and SKYdirect further develop resilience. well East Tower, 10am Group 2: Impacts, Vulnerabilities sessment three-volume series subscribers until April 27 for P99. Subscribe via www.mysky. Philippine Climate Change May 9: First Gen, Power and Adaptation report. which synthesizes scientific com.ph/moviesppv. Meanwhile, “Gandarrappido! The Revenger Assessment Working Group 1: The Plant Mall Cinema 6, Rockwell gets boost from One SKY fiber-powered broadband The report, prepared by the information from international Squad” and “” are still available in high-defi- Physical Science Basis covering 10am Filipino Intergovernmental Panel and local literature to provide nition and for unlimited viewing via Star Cinema on SKY PPV global and local climate changes May 28: FPH, Power ROCKWELL Center resi- ber-powered Unlimited Plan watch multiple TV series and One SKY’s Ultra High Meanwhile, subscribers also for Climate Change authors an assessment of climate change until April 13. The offer is open to One SKY, SKYcable and and the drivers of local climate Plant Mall Cinema 6, dents have enjoyed the ser- 100Mbps. movies in high-definition Speed Fiber-powered Unlim- have the option to subscribe and other leading scientists and for the Philippines and identify SKYdirect subscribers at a special summer offer of P99, and to change, as well as projections 10am vices of SKY for years and Plan 100 Mbps is best en- and surf the internet seam- ited Plan 100Mbps is available to Netflix for as low as P370 a experts, presents an assessment gaps in the scientific literature. SKYbroadband subscribers through SKY On Demand. Visit for future changes in climate, May 30: Rockwell Land, now they, along with resi- joyed with video on demand lessly. for P3,899 a month. month that will be charged via of the current understanding of Climate change is one of the www.mysky.com.ph/starcinemappv to subscribe. Subscribers was published in 2017. Power Plant Mall Cinema, dents of The Grove by Rock- services like HBO GO, Netflix, This plan is available to all One SKY subscribers who their SKY bill. climate change impacts, vulner- most serious threats faced by hu- who are Kapamilya Thank You members may earn Kapamilya The third report in the series 9am well in Pasig, will get a boost SKY On Demand and iWant residential subscribers in these are also subscribed to SKY- For more info, call the local abilities and adaptation in the manity. Thus, it is critical to better Thank You points when they avail of these PPV offerings. is also slated for release later June 14: Lopez Holdings, in internet speed to enhance TV. Rockwell developments. This cable plans that include HBO SKY office or visit mysky.com. Philippines. It focuses on the understand how current and fu- this year, the center said. Power Plant Mall Cinema their video streaming and With this Ultra High is part of the partnership of have the option to subscribe ph. Interested SKYBIZ sub- critical areas of ecosystems, fresh- ture vulnerabilities and sensitivi- 6, 9am surfing experiences via One Speed Fiber-powered Unlim- SKYBIZ with condominium to HBO GO for only P150 a scribers may call 449-9336 or SKY’s Ultra High Speed Fi- ited internet service, binge properties. month. visit www.skybiz.com.ph. Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline  Lopezlink April 2018 Councils Lopezlink April 2018  couch potato treats ‘Just Love Araw-Araw’ HR Updates KidZania Manila ‘It’s Showtime’ hosts, KZ and ABS-CBN makes celebrates with lucky Bamboo sing about love in action one-millionth visitor By Kane Choa KIDZANIA Manila re- new appointments cently welcomed its one- LOVE continues to shine and in- with a purpose this summer and in millionth visitor and sur- spire in ABS-CBN’s summer an- every day of their lives. ABS-CBN Global has named prised him with amazing them “Just Love Araw-Araw” fea- Also performing in the song are Jun del Rosario as the new prizes to celebrate the play turing the voices of 30 Kapamilya other members of “It’s Showtime,” managing director for North city’s latest milestone. artists led by “It’s Showtime” hosts including Jugs Jugueta, Teddy Cor- and Latin America region and De Jesus In addition to giving , , Billy puz, Amy Perez, “Tawag ng Tang- Raymund Abog as country him exciting prizes, Kid- Crawford, and Vhong Na- halan” (TNT) judges Rey Valera, manager for Canada. named COO Zania Manila welcomed varro, KZ Tandingan and Bamboo. Nyoy Volante, Mitoy Yonting, Yeng Del Rosario succeeds Olivia Carlo Santos and his fam- The Kapamilya network Constantino, K Brosas, Erik San- de Jesus who took over the reins of ABS-CBN ily with a grand celebration Nathalie spices up launched the official lyric video for tos, Jaya, , Louie Ocam- of ABS-CBN Global as the immediately after hitting Nathalie Hart joins the summer fun as MYX its 2018 summer station ID (SSID) po, Ogie Alcasid and Rico J. Puno, new chief operating officer this Global one million at the counter by the play city entrance. Celebrity VJ! The “Sin Island” star ushers in the on the ABS-CBN Entertainment TNT grand finalists Remy Lun- year. OLIVIA de Jesus has been Cookie Salvador-Bar- hottest tunes from the local and international YouTube channel on April 7, while tayao, Anton Antenorcruz, Tuko He brings to his new post appointed as the new COO tolome, KidZania Ma- scene for all music lovers. Meanwhile, Yeng Con- the actual SSID debuts on national delos Reyes, Sofronio Vasquez, 25 years of experience in the of ABS-CBN Global Ltd., nila CEO and governor, stantino leads awesome live performances as television on “It’s Showtime” on Alfred Relatado and Jovany Satera, media industry. Starting as which oversees all interna- shared that the merriment “MYX Headliner,” while John Roa showcases his April 14. and the “Ms. Q and A” finalists. an entrepreneur who built tional subsidiaries of ABS- extends not only to Santos finesse as a solo artist in “MYX Spotlight.” Catch Taking inspiration from the “Just “Just Love Araw-Araw” was writ- his own cable company in CBN and manages its global but also to everyone who Nathalie on “Pop MYX” until April 14, “Mellow Love Ngayong Christmas” SID last ten by ABS-CBN Creative Com- the Philippines, Del Rosa- flagship brand TFC. has helped the play city MYX” on April 15-21 and “My MYX” on April December, “Just Love Araw-Araw” munications Management (CCM) rio moved to holding senior De Jesus takes over from L-R: New ABS-CBN North and Latin America managing director Jun del since its launch. 22-28. Watch MYX on SKYcable Ch. 23 and encourages Filipinos to express head Robert Labayen with Lloyd management positions in the Raffy Lopez, who has retired. Rosario and country manager for Canada Raymund Abog “We’re happy to have Carlo Santos is KidZania Manila’s SKYdirect Ch. 37. how they feel through acts of love, Oliver Corpuz and Paolo Ramos, ABS-CBN group of com- Lopez continues to be en- reached a great milestone in lucky one-millionth visitor care and service directed to their also of CCM. The music, mean- panies, including a stint in gaged by the company as ex- creating one-of-a-kind experi- family, friends, community and the while, was done by Thyro Alfaro SKYcable. When he migrated Del Rosario earned his BS held senior executive positions ecutive adviser to the president ences to all our visitors in Kid- Opened in August 2015, country. and Yumi Lacsamana with addi- to the US, Del Rosario be- in Business Management from in the remittance businesses and CEO of ABS-CBN. Zania Manila. This wouldn’t be KidZania Manila is the 20th With the rallying lyrics and vibe, tional melody from Jimmy Anti- came part of a start-up video Ateneo de Manila University of Rizal Commercial Banking Prior to her appointment, possible if not for everyone who metropolis in the KidZania the song inspires people to have fun porda. on demand venture in Silicon and his executive education Corporation, Asiatrust Devel- De Jesus held a variety of po- has made this dream of ours a Nation around the globe. The Valley. from the Asian Institute of opment Bank, Metropolitan sitions in ABS-CBN. reality—our industry partners, educational family entertain- He rejoined ABS-CBN as Management. Bank and Trust Co. and Solid- As managing director of Zupervisors, staff and commu- ment facility for kids ages four product manager for Cable in Abog, on the other hand, bank Corp. Abog also served North America since 2007, she Tickets to more Kapamilya shows now available online nities who have continuously to 17 years old is a replica of North America in 2004 and succeeds Del Rosario as as managing editor of IBON managed a diverse content, ex- supported our vision to build a real city scaled down to kids’ AVID followers of Kapamilya “Gandang Gabi Vice,” “I Can See program that will be open for on- the public tickets to “It’s Showtime” successively held positions country manager for Canada Databank Phils. and as In- perience and service portfolio, a better world for the Filipino size with its own history, cul- shows and stars can easily book Your Voice,” “Magandang Buhay,” line booking via KTX. and “ASAP,” two of ABS-CBN’s of increasing responsibility. reporting directly to Del Ro- formation section chief of the making the region the consis- Who is the real ‘good children,” she said. ture, language and currency. tickets to more ABS-CBN pro- “” and “Tonight Launched in May 2017, KTX is top-rating variety shows. He became North America sario. Philippine National Nutrition tent dominant contributor to son’? grams as the Kapamilya Tickets with ” are now avail- ABS-CBN’s online ticketing por- Fans also have more payment regional head of Marketing, Abog joined ABS-CBN Council. ABS-CBN Global’s consoli- Viewers are on the brink of finding out who online portal (KTX) adds more able on the website (ktx.abs-cbn. tal that gives Filipinos easy access options to choose from as KTX then concurrent global head of Global in 2007 as general man- Abog earned his BS in Ap- dated growth. Under her lead- among Joseph ( Joshua Garcia), Calvin (Nash shows for online booking. com). to ABS-CBN shows and events as recently partnered with iPay88 Carriage and Canada country ager of E-Money Plus Inc. Be- plied Economics and MBA ership, cross-functional teams Aguas), Obet () and Enzo ( Je- Tickets to entertainment shows “The Bottomline with Boy Abun- well as a way to get tickets to Kid- that enables online banking manager. fore ABS-CBN Global, Abog from De La Salle University. launched successful initiatives rome Ponce) murdered their father in the finale including “Pilipinas Got Talent,” da” is also the first current affairs Zania. Last year, KTX only offered (DragonPay and BancNet) and of- that have been adopted global- of “The Good Son.” Recent events convinced in- fline payment via banks and non- wide such as TFC@theMovies, vestigators that the murderer might be one of PR Challenge banks (Bayad Center, LBC, Rob- One Kapamilya Go, Lifestyle the brothers, even as a shocking incident brings insons and SM Department store). Network Global, MYX TV everyone closer to the identity of the mastermind. Before, the only payment method and Adobo Nation. These led to “The Good Son” airs on Primetime Bida on ABS- available was through credit or new revenue streams, garnered CBN and ABS-CBN HD (SKYcable Ch. 167). debit card (VISA/MasterCard). industry awards and solidified ABS-CBN is the first among ABS-CBN’s position as a lead- TV networks in the Philippines to ing and thriving global brand. Dennis, Donna join launch its very own online ticket- Most recently, De Jesus ‘Funny Ka, Pare Ko’ ing system. spearheaded the development Fun and laughter To book tickets, visit ktx.abs- of innovative content for the ensue when Den- cbn.com. (K. Choa) emerging global Filipino mil- nis Padilla, “It’s lennial market through proj- Showtime’s” “Funny ects such as TFCU Talks, the One” winner Don- iWant TV launches ‘#Adulting’ web series reality travel show “Discover- na Cariaga and ing Routes” and the 1st Cin- cofinalists Anthony IWANT TV’s new and original “I’ve always wanted to create positive life. Bu- ematografo International Film Andres and James web series by director Pam Reyes, something that shows the lives of lak is about Festival in San Francisco. Caraan bring new titled “#Adulting,” follows four young women in the Philippines. to join to the Prior to joining ABS-CBN, challenges to the young women who are about to It’s a unique perspective that I workforce but is De Jesus was an award-win- lives of Karla Es- leave the comforts of their univer- hope the audience will like,” she also working on ning senior creative at Mc- trada and Bayani sity life for the first time. said. her confusions Cann-Erickson and Saatchi & Agbayani in Sea- Pam, the creative producer of The main character, Aira, is a about sexuality. Saatchi in the Philippines. son 5 of CineMo’s hit sitcom, “Funny Ka, Pare the award-winning movie “Bird- film graduate and aspires to bea “Adulting” is De Jesus graduated from Ko” premiering on April 29. “Funny Ka, Pare Ko,” shot,” said “#Adulting” explores the director. Lars, the ate of the group, a term used by millennials to show com.ph and through the iWant the University of the Philip- the first sitcom on Philippine digital free TV, was lives of millennials and explicitly comes from a long-term relation- they’ve carried out duties and re- TV app available on the App Store ‘Spoken Hugot’ of ABS-CBN wins Gold Anvil ABS-CBN Corporation won a Gold pines, Diliman with a degree in recognized in 2017 as the Best Comedy Program shows the bitter and harsh—but ship and is struggling to choose sponsibilities expected of adults. and on Google Play. iWant TV is Anvil Award at the 53rd Anvil Awards for “Spoken Hugot” in the Multimedia PR tools category. “Spoken communication. She completed in the 15th Gawad Tanglaw Awards, while Bayani fun—reality of a young woman’s between her dreams and her love “#Adulting” premiered three full available to all ABS-CBNmobile, Hugot” was cited for giving employees a chance to show their talents in spoken poetry and inspiring the the Advanced Management was hailed Best TV Actor in a Comedy Program struggle in modern-day Metro life. Sab, the coño quirky girl, is episodes on April 11 for free, ex- Smart, Sun, Talk ‘n’ Text, PLDT Kapamilya community with their moving messages via the intranet site e-Frequency. The top 10 finalists, Program at Harvard Business who were determined via online votes, competed in the live performance dubbed “Hugot Night.” The Anvil at the 25th KBP Golden Dove Awards. Manila while touching on rel- battling personal and mental issues clusively on iWant TV. iWant TV Home, Globe and TM subscrib- School in 2015. evant issues. while maintaining a seemingly is available online on www.iWantv. ers. (K. Choa) Awards is organized annually by the Public Relations Society of the Philippines. (Kane Choa)  Lopezlink April 2018 Lopezlink April 2018  By Carla Paras-Sison Angela Lopez: At your service L-R: Crafting the CSR Lopez Group Magna Carta in 2010; An LGFI community beneficiary; An LGFI-sponsored CSR Council workshop which is done four times a year ANGELA Cristina Lopez, titudes of challenges. A com- hardships that our beneficiaries She shares with LopezLink Lopez Group Foundation with human and ecological “They realized we had many Foundation Inc. founded by According to Lopez, LGFI Operations head of Lopez munity whose sole livelihood face every day. I don’t want to readers her favorite quote LGFI... Group Foundation Inc. since depended on the sea had to im- shelter them from these things. from Indian activist Mahatma from page 1 Inc. (LGFI) has its magazine security.” foundations and there were Roberto M. Lopez in 1986; gets its budget from a corporate called Bridges that chronicles LGFI was created in 2004, duplicates of programs and ABS-CBN Foundation Inc., initiative funded by the Lopez 2010, started her career as a mediately adjust to the inland I want them to grow up know- Gandhi: “The best way to find There’s Eugenio Lopez the Group’s CSR narrative. The a few years after then chair- activities.” now ABS-CBN Lingkod Group corporations, particu- volunteer. and learn new farming skills, ing that life can be hard and yourself is to lose yourself in Jr.’s iconic bridges on air that foundation also uses a stylized man Oscar M. Lopez (OML) In addition to the compa- Kapamilya Foundation Inc. or larly First Philippine Holdings She volunteered at ABS- particularly in farming organic that we have to work for the the service of others.” served as the first “stone” in the span as its logo, underscor- contracted Tuck Global Con- nies’ individual CSR efforts, ALKFI (1989); and Knowl- Corporation (FPH), ABS- CBN International and vegetables and producing natu- life that we want. I encourage foundation of digital behemoth ing its mission to “bridge the sultancy to assess the Lopez the Group at the time also had edge Channel Foundation Inc. CBN, Lopez Inc. and Lopez made cold calls to Filipino- ral fertilizers. Technical assis- them to join outreach activities ABS-CBN. First Balfour Inc. Lopez CSR family and stake- Group’s foundations and CSR four major foundations—Eu- (1999). Holdings. When necessary, as sounding names in the Bay tance and training workshops in school and volunteer on their builds bridges, such as the holders through sustainable programs. genio Lopez Foundation Inc., Tuck recommended that in times of natural disasters or Area telephone directory as aided in easing this transition. own on advocacies close to their P22.6-billion Cebu-Cordova nation-building partnership Angela Lopez, head of founded by Eugenio Lopez Sr. a new entity be formed to for specific projects, the foun- a telemarketer for TFC (The After almost a decade of assis- hearts. This will hopefully make Link Expressway. that links business excellence Operations for LGFI, recalls: in 1968; Phil-Asia Assistance coordinate the different CSR dation also puts together its Filipino Channel). More of- tance, LGFI exited the Halad them count their blessings and endeavors. own fundraisers. ten, they would end up being sa Guimaras program under be thankful for the life that they “They came up with the Lo- “With LGFI, the mem- Hispanic residents and put our new president and executive have been blessed with and to Meet the team the phone down on her. director (Cedie Lopez Vargas),” never take it for granted.” pez Group Foundation, which bers gained a common iden- that doesn’t preclude us from with the Lopez Group HR Catalyst in creating value became the umbrella organiza- tity, a sense of purpose,” notes helping in other areas,” says Council also under MLV, is “Eventually, we moved says Lopez, who acknowledges tion for all the other founda- programs consultant Dario senior program officer Monica another major undertaking from making cold calls to an- that the project gave her the Going forward, she wants tions,” Lopez says of the results Pagcaliwagan. He stresses the Tan. which incorporate components swering calls from Filipinos chance to travel often to the to see LGFI as a catalyst in cre- of the assessment. importance of “coalescing” with The LGFI team composed of CSR as well as HR and all over California wanting to province and appreciate their ating more value for the Lopez With the new foundation the Lopez Group for a shared of five full-time staff and four business excellence. subscribe to TFC.” family’s roots and rich history Group as a whole. “We were in place, “we can come up with purpose—to create value for consultants works with its mem- In the area of networking She also assisted in screen- in the area. established to be the coordinat- strategies to work together to the business and for the society bers and affiliates to strengthen and collaborating with exter- ing candidates applying as cus- Today as Operations head, ing hub for social initiatives, to promote better group-wide co- in which it operates—in order the way the Lopez Group does nal stakeholders, LGFI is a tomer service representatives. Lopez oversees the day-to-day see more organizations within ordination and synergy,” OML for CSR to be sustainable. CSR. staple in League of Corporate “Once a week, I would meet internal operations as well as the Group collaborate strategi- had expressed following the “LGFI’s mandate is wide, For the Lopez Group CSR Foundations (LCF) activities, applicants and recommend coordinative activities and phil- cally to maximize total societal creation of LGFI. we can do almost any kind practitioner-members, the team where its CSR practitioners those for second interviews,” anthropic initiatives of LGFI. impact and create greater As the clearinghouse for all of endeavor as long as it is organizes assemblies, summits often serve as speakers and recalls Lopez, who graduated She also clarifies that LGFI is outcomes. This is one way of things CSR, LGFI, now with for public good. Based on the and toolkit sessions on hot but- resource persons in the LCF with an AB Business Man- not a charitable institution. It attracting the best and bright- Cedie Lopez Vargas (MLV) Department of Social Welfare ton issues, and prepares publi- CSR Expo. agement, minor in Human does not regularly give dole- est of the incoming workforce, serving as executive director, and Development, our areas of cations such as Bridges, among In strategic philanthropy, Resources Management from outs to individuals asking for the millennials in particular. aims to develop a unified com- coverage are National Capital other services. LGFI has concentrated its De La Salle University-Col- funds for sick children, ailing They not only want to work for munication strategy for the Region, Region 4 (Calabar- “If our new members such efforts mainly in Iloilo and lege of St. Benilde. parents, or those that have no companies that have a greater Job with a purpose one else to turn to for help. sense of purpose, but also seek Group’s CSR programs as well zon), Region 6 (Western as Ang Misyon, Solar Sikat Guimaras, where the Lopezes Positive transformation as a reporting and measure- Visayas) and Region 8 (East- Challenge Foundation and have roots. The latter province At LGFI, she also began an active role in making posi- ment format; build capacity ern Visayas). We used to be OML Center need help with is also where the worst oil spill as a volunteer, eventually “Having to turn them (so- tive social and environmental in designing and implement- nationwide except in ARMM, planning, networking and con- in the country occurred in being invited by then LGFI licitors) down on a regular basis impact,” she says. Seated, l-r: Dulce Festin-Baybay, Angela R. Lopez, Cedie Lopez Vargas and Mitos Santisteban. Standing, l-r: Faith Bacon, Iday Marpa, Caloy ing projects; and coordinate but DSWD trimmed it down necting with other groups, and 2006. president and executive di- is just too painful to keep do- The value of social justice is Campos, Monica Tan, Leny Reyes, Ogie Agaton, Marga Villanueva and Dario Pagcaliwagan fundraising and volunteerism based on our actual work for even setting up their programs, Lopez explains: “It’s giving, rector Rafael M. Alunan III ing. I take all this one day at a the main driver of LGFI, whose opportunities. the past three years. However, we’re here to help them,” notes but there’s an objective in terms to join the team on a more time and tell myself that I can’t purpose is to “change lives and Lopez. of certain goals, including the permanent basis. By then, help everyone all the time. But transform futures.” A major activity in mem- welfare of the people. We have her daughters were already in if I am able to see or feel a posi- school most of the day and she tive transformation in even just 2004 cus of Development NGOs munity Assistance Program to cial and welfare development 2013 in Guimaras, the Jordan Ati ber servicing is the Lopez guidelines on how to achieve Group CSR Council, the lat- that.” was inclined to take on a full- one life that I have touched, Lopez Group Foundation Inc. to implement a rehabilitation provide land-based livelihood agency (SWDA) Accredited NGO in the province Community Association and time job, provided it would or finish capacity building (LGFI) is incorporated on project for oil spill victims, opportunities and trainings to Partnership with AusAID of Guimaras; renewal of registra- Calaya Weavers Association est edition of which was held With its original proj- in March. ect—Halad Sa Kauswagan be “with a purpose.” After all, for program implementers to January 28 with six founda- organized into a cooperative, beneficiaries in Guimaras and tion with DSWD as auxiliary and with DTI-Guimaras she had quit the workforce for maximize their impact in the tions and five companies as in Guimaras Rafael M. Alunan III, con- Foundation Inc. for the pro- SWDA, PCNC certification and 2016 “It’s an informal council Sang Guimaras Multipurpose wherein we ask the other Cooperative—already self-sus- over a decade to focus on rais- communities that they serve, members and Felipe Alfonso With the Iloilo Economic current head of Lopez Lifelong duction and airing of a peace donee institution with the BIR DTI-Guimaras recognizes ing a family. these make it a bit easier to as its first president Development Foundation, Wellness, is named president education series, “Salam” 2014 LGFI as one of its major Lopez Group companies and taining, the foundation has ex- 2006 foundations to share updates ited and set its sights on a new As LGFI program man- bear,” Lopez says. publishes a coffee table book, of LGFI Sixteen Lopez family mem- Agreement with Guimaras partners in implementing pro- ager, her first assignment Her greatest motivation Certified by Philippine Coun- A Rich and Noble Land 2009 bers and 20 executives sign the State College and Halad sa grams and services on their CSR activities. This is endeavor. 2017 a platform for collaboration, for It is currently working with was an alternative livelihood remains her children. She says: cil for NGO Certification LGFI chairman Oscar M. Phase 2 of the partnership Lopez Group Magna Carta Kauswagan sang Guimaras program for the fisherfolk in “My girls are the reason I wake (PCNC) and granted donee Lopez is awarded the Global with USAID for the PRISM for CSR Multipurpose Cooperative for Partnership with Global Peace being able to work together,” the Department of Trade and 2011 says Coordination and Com- Industry-Guimaras to help lev- Nueva Valencia, a third-class up in the morning and go to institution status by the Bureau Philanthropy Award with Project livelihood and enterprise pro- Foundation Philippines and municipality in the province work, they are the reason I of Internal Revenue (BIR) LGFI by Prince Albert of Mo- Bridges magazine wins an Agreement with Halad sa grams and training projects Ang Misyon Inc. for a leader- munications officer Jose Carlos el up the province’s handicraft 2015 Campos of the gathering. “We industry and bring the products of Guimaras. The fishermen want to make a difference. My Partnership with USAID naco Award of Merit in the PR Kauswagan sang Guimaras ship and values formation activ- had been displaced by an oil work environment influences for the Private Sector Mo- 2008 Tools category of the 44th Anvil Multipurpose Cooperative for Start of Guimaras Eco Bazaar ity together with other partners find ways to help companies to a bigger market. that are starting their CSR ac- “Partnership and collabora- spill in 2006. The Lopez fam- my style of parenting them in bilization for Family Health Cohosts the INSYNC confer- Awards of the Public Relations the transfer of parcels of land at Power Plant Mall in part- Collaboration with ABS- ily, through LGFI, donated a sense that I want to expose (PRISM) Project ence highlighting the Group’s Society of the Philippines in Nueva Valencia, Guimaras nership with Rockwell Land CBN Lingkod Kapamilya tivities; we also get to see those tion is important in order to 2010 that are more ‘advanced,’ like make an impact,” says Lopez 15 hectares of idle land to the them to it as much as possible. Extends relief assistance to best practices in CSR, PR and Bridges wins an Anvil and the Department of Trade Foundation Inc. and others for affected community. I tell them about the people the oil spill victims in Guimaras business excellence Registered as a Department of Award of Excellence and Industry (DTI)-Guimaras the promotion and preserva- ALKFI.” of LGFI’s numerous endeavors. ‘Multitude of challenges’ 2007 The annual Lopez Group “That’s why we’re active in net- from the communities that I Partnership with AusAID’s Social Welfare and Develop- Cedie Lopez Vargas is ap- Start of collaboration with tion of Filipino core family “We went through mul- meet and the real life issues and Partnership with Iloilo Cau- Philippine-Australia Com- ment (DSWD) auxiliary so- pointed president of LGFI the weaving communities values Synergy Summit, which the working, in communities and LGFI spearheads together associations.”  Lopezlink April 2018 Corporate Sustainability Museum/Values Lopezlink April 2018  More aid for Mayon-affected families Ongoings By Yna Musico How one man connected By Althea Cahayag VARIOUS groups held fund- ‘Trapunto’ works from Lopez Museum in MCAD exhibit 60 schools to KCh raising activities to help families FROM April 13 to July 1, art medium she called trapunto. imaginings. gram. Members can borrow books AUGUST Jamora has been als for public school learners, affected by the eruption of Mt. Mayon earlier this year. Among 2018, trapunto works from the Derived from the Italian tra- Pacita Abad: A Million Things from the lending section and get with the Department of Edu- provided schools ways to access Lopez Museum collection will pungere, meaning “to sew,” Abad to Say is supported by Lopez discounts on lectures, workshops cation (DepEd) since 2002. these through technology and the latest donors were Northern Operating Services Asia Inc. be featured in the Museum of described the process of doing Museum, Pacita Abad Art Es- and services for only P1,500. For He started as a schoolteacher trained teachers on 21st cen- Contemporary Art and Design the trapunto paintings: “I paint tate and Fundacion Pacita. other inquires and concerns, and and was promoted to educa- tury pedagogies. and Burgos National High School. (MCAD) exhibit Pacita Abad: A using either oil or acrylic on The Museum of Contem- for scheduling of special tours and tion program supervisor (EPS) He encouraged teachers to Million Things to Say. canvas, then stitch and collage porary Art and Design is on field trips, call 631-2417 -(mu in learning resource materials prioritize multimedia and maxi- Through ABS-CBN Ling- kod Kapamilya Foundation The two trapunto works by it with a variety of materials. Dominga St., Malate, Manila. seum) or 631-2425 (library); or and development system for mize it in their teaching through Pacita Abad, Recluse and My I follow by making two layers For inquiries, call 230-5100 or email [email protected]. DepEd Rizal in 2015. He was ABS-CBN TVplus as it carried Inc.’s Operation Sagip, em- ployees of Northern Operating Fear of Night Diving, will be of canvas and fill cotton in be- email [email protected]. also selected by DepEd to be a Knowledge Channel. It was a displayed alongside her other tween before joining the pieces The Lopez Museum and Li- curriculum writer for the K-12 cost-efficient way for schools in Services Asia Inc. donated 300 relief and hygiene packs. pieces rarely seen by the public. with running stitches.” brary is at the ground floor, Ben- ADVISORY program from 2011 to 2015. Rizal to gain access to hundreds While both deeply contrast Moreover, the works are pres Building, Exchange Road cor. The Lopez Library is open His experience as EPS al- of educational multimedia re- August Jamora “We also want to promote volunteerism among our em- with the late artist’s more fa- a manifestation of the artist’s Meralco Avenue, Pasig City. Mu- and welcomes researchers lowed him to review and decide sources at minimal cost. miliarly exuberant colors and restlessly roving imagination. seum days and hours are Mondays until further notice. on plans that would best help Jamora’s dream got the Jamora added: “Sixty schools ployees and it’s good that Oper- ation Sagip is accepting in-kind motifs, they remain consistent Indeed, as her spirit impelled to Saturdays, except holidays, However, the Lopez Mu- teachers teach important topics green light when DepEd Rizal ang meron nang [ABS-CBN with her astute control over im- her to rove all over the world, 8am-5pm. Avail of unlimited seum will be closed in prepa- donations,” said Luke Daniel Representatives of Burgos High School turn over their donations to Operation in Araling Panlipunan to their and KCFI inked a formal part- TVplus]. Ang target ko talaga, age and material. Abad, who passed away in access to exhibitions and library ration for the institution’s students. nership. out of 200 elementary schools Salud, the company’s CSR Busi- Sagip Abad’s 1985 work, My Fear of Night Diving: Assaulting the Deep Sea, from ness Resource chairman. Undoubtedly, the hallmark 2004, continued to yield visual resources by signing up for the relocation. “Mabilis yung process of “Nakita namin na…the and 89 secondary schools and of Abad’s art is her self-created treasures from the depths of her Lopez Museum membership pro- the Lopez Museum collection learning ng mga bata. Hindi lang package of the materials is 40 SHS [senior high schools], Students of Burgos National tayo,’” recalled guidance coun- reach the intended beneficia- dapat nakikita at nababasa ng aligned with the K-12 pro- at least 50% on the first year for High School in Montalban, selor Rebecca Nocon. ries. By Dulce Festin-Baybay learners yung materials. Dapat gram and curriculum guides 2016. More or less nasa 30%...” Rizal, also held a concert The students were able to To help the residents of Al- The New Values Vanguards napapanood niya ito, navi-visu- ng public school. In terms of Based on interviews with dubbed “Love Jam” to raise raise funds for 300 hygiene kits. bay and other calamity-affected alize niya,” said Jamora. implementation, no question teachers, the impact on the funds for the same cause. Nocon said Operation Sagip areas, visit www.abs-cbnfoun- With this context in mind, about the curriculum content children has been positive. “Noong pumutok ang bulkang was the first one to respond to dation.com or call Operation Jamora came across Knowl- [of Knowledge Channel]. The “May isa pa ngang nag-excel Mayon, ‘yung mga bata, awang- their concern, adding that they Sagip at 411-4995. Rocco Puno: Out of his comfort zone edge Channel Foundation pedagogical approaches shown sa academic contest sa Bilibi- awa. Sabi nila, ‘Ma’am, tulong believed their donation will HERE is one of the last Lopez through action. From an early idea that learning never stops. I by constantly discovering new principles could change de- Inc. (KCFI), which developed in the videos are not so differ- ran ES [Elementary School],” Values Vanguards explaining age, I was lucky enough to wit- was taught to never settle with worlds and learning as much pending on the context of your multimedia learning materi- ent from those of the teachers.” Jamora said. how family, values and continu- ness my grandparents, parents where I am, to constantly push as I can about them. situation; it was a place that Anvaya seals agreement with Bantay Kalikasan ous learning help in molding him and uncles/aunts embodying toward self-improvement every This principle also applies challenged your beliefs and to be the best that he can be. Rocco everyday values that I admire. I single day. to what we can learn from questioned your way of think- ANVAYA Cove recently signed The used lead acid batteries our used oils and used batteries. Puno is the son of Bea Lopez still try to emulate these values It was a value that was once other people: throughout my ing, all the while surrounding an agreement with ABS-CBN and used oils will be turned over The clubs produces about 5,100 Puno and Eric Puno, a lawyer. in my everyday life. again shown to me through life, I’ve tried to surround my- you with thousands of other Lingkod Kapamilya Founda- to ALKFI’s recycling partners, liters of used oils per year and Growing up in a closely-knit One of the most important action, this time by my father. self with people from different points of views. It was crucial tion Inc. (ALKFI)-Bantay Ka- Genetron International Mar- 252 used batteries per year.” family has made him develop a values I learned was from my At 50 years old, he decided to backgrounds and perspectives, that I knew what values to hold likasan to support its environ- keting (for oils) and Oriental & The monetary value of the strong foundation as he tackles Nana and Tata [his grandpar- go back to school and pursue so that I am constantly learn- on to. After years in this city, it mental initiatives. The signed Motolite Marketing Corpora- recycled hazardous wastes will the many challenges of the world ents, Connie R. Lopez and a master of laws in the midst ing from those around me. was difficult not to get blinded agreement was for Bantay tion (for batteries) for proper be donated to Bantay Kalikasan away far from his comfort zone. Lopez Group chairman emeri- of a busy but successful ca- Have you ever worked in a by ambition and profit, to do Kalikasan’s Bantay Langis and disposal or recycling. to support its advocacies for Kindly state your name and tus Oscar M. Lopez]. Similar reer. When I asked him why, Lopez company? Can you de- whatever it takes to make the Bantay Baterya projects. Joshua Zacarias de Jesus, the environment and its 14 educational background, to what my cousins had said he simply said, “There’s still scribe your job, your dealings most money. Under the agreement, An- project development man- ecotourism sites in the Philip- and why you chose your pro- previously, it is the importance so much I don’t know.” That with your colleagues, etc.? Though I had friends that vaya will donate its usedlead ager of Anvaya Cove, said: “The pines. fession. of family. The reason this is a notion stuck with me: the I have never worked for chased money, I learned from acid batteries and used oils MOA signing was made due To know more about ALK- My full name is Roderico recurring theme among all of idea that none of us is ever a a Lopez company. My entire my family early on that profit is from their two properties, An- to the efforts that we want to FI’s environmental efforts, visit Eugenio Lopez Puno Jr., but us is that we were not told to finished product, but a con- life I’ve trained myself to think just one of the metrics through vaya Beach & Nature Club and do to preserve the environment www.abs-cbnfoundation.com. my friends and family call me do it, but to live it in practice all stant work in progress. I’ve that I would never be able to which we gauge success. Cul- Anvaya Golf & Sports Club. in two aspects, the recycling of (A. Cahayag) SKY Corporate Marketing head Arlene Torres, Brand Marketing manager Jelo Reyes and Corporate Marketing Rocco. throughout our childhood and practiced this value in my life work there, and have thus tried ture, social responsibility and manager Dino Quizon and the SKY ERT; KCFI School and Community Engagement head Doris Nuval; and Nestlé I left Manila in 2009 to this day. to build a career independent integrity are equally important; Corporate Affairs’ Misha Rabat with faculty members and parents from Paltok Elementary School during the first leg Youngsters dive into to study economics, with a Every Friday without fail, from my family. That said, I do without them, profits will not of ‘NutriTALK’ marine biodiversity in minor in business, at New our family would get together hope that one day I can gain equate to success in the long York University (NYU). At for dinner at our Nana’s house, enough experience and skills to term. EcoCamp by the SEA SEA Institute-Verde Island Passage school, I was heavily involved a constant fixture in our lives contribute to the family in any Who influenced you the most SKY, KCh team up with Nestlé for ‘NutriTALK’ conducted its first EcoCamp by the in multiple organizations, the no matter what else anyone had way I can. while growing up? Why? most fulfilling of which was going on. This taught me that How do you find working Both my parents influenced SKY and Knowledge Channel development,” said March up formally to give students SEA for this summer season with a two-day EcoCamp for students from as vice chairman of the NYU family was not merely a given, abroad? What were your me the most growing up. The continue their advocacy to help Ventosa, president and COO all over the country access to the Canadian American School. Student Senators Council. I but a gift that needed to be cul- memorable moments there older I got, the more I ap- uplift the lives of public school of SKY. Knowledge Channel’s multi- Held at the Paradiso Rito Beach also chaired the 1831 Fund, tivated. that tested your principles preciated how deliberate their children through a partnership Nestlé, through various media educational materials Resort in Mabini, Batangas, the a senior committee organized When I was growing up, I and values? actions were in bringing out with Nestlé for “NutriTALK,” programs, conducts nutrition created with the Department of Rocco is set to continue a family young EcoCampers learned about to raise scholarships for need- lived right next door to so many I’ve lived and studied/ the best in my siblings and I. a two-part series of talks that education sessions across the Education. tradition by attending HBS the biodiversity of the Verde Island based students. of my cousins, mostly because worked abroad for about nine No matter the situation, even if aims to educate parents and Philippines in line with its pur- Over the years, SKY has Passage and the threats facing this Immediately after This August, I will be pursu- our Nana and Tata wanted it years now. I left when I was 17, their choice ended up hurting teachers on proper nutrition. pose to enhance the Filipinos’ provided more than 1,000 unique resource. SEA Institute also graduation I joined Deloitte ing my MBA at Harvard Busi- that way. As a result, I was lucky which meant that I also had to themselves, they always chose Close to 100 parents and quality of life and contribute to schools with access to Knowl- partnered with De La Salle University, Consulting’s Strategy & Op- ness School, proudly continu- enough to grow up with a set of do some growing up on my to put our growth and success teachers from SKY partner a healthier future. edge Channel and its learning California Academy of Sciences and erations group in New York, ing the family’s legacy at the friends that I knew would be own. Without the values that I first. I would be nowhere with- schools recently the talk con- The “NutriTALK” attendees materials. PUSOD Inc. to kick off a two-year then moved on to do business university. there for me no matter what. had learned over years of prac- out them. ducted by a registered nutri- also participated in a disaster SKY further reinforced its community reef monitoring project in development for Compass Describe your growing-up My early friendships with my tice, I surely would have lost One small example of that tionist dietician affiliated with preparedness seminar led by efforts by engaging its- em the Verde Island Passage. Workshops Group, a Latin American years. What were the values cousins ingrained in my mind my way. Hard work, respect was when I took my first trip Nestlé at Paltok Elementary the SKY Emergency Response ployees in a book drive that and training sessions were held in asset manager. I saw both taught by your elders—par- the idea of family unity: stand- for others and humility were abroad at 11 years old. It was School in Quezon City and at Team. benefited its partner schools. Tingloy and Mabini to teach coastal jobs as good springboards for ents, grandparents—and ing up for one another in dif- some of the many family val- my first time away from them, Estanislao Villanueva Elemen- SKY continues to support The project “BOOkas Palad” communities effective and safe whatever I choose to do in how did you live up to these ficult times, but also having the ues that served as my compass and as a shy and sheltered boy, tary School in Imus, Cavite. Knowledge Channel Founda- enabled students from the par- techniques to monitor the health life, as ways to build a broad values? courage to tell one other when in finding the person I wanted I was terrified. In the middle of “By engaging parents and tion Inc. (KCFI) by provid- ticipating schools get their own of their coral reefs. The project is set of skills and as a means to The lessons most ingrained they needed to be better. to be. the trip, I remember crying to teachers through these talks on ing their stakeholders with copies of Philippine literature funded by the OML Center to address put me in the best position for in me by my elders were not Another important value Celebrating his brother Javier’s New York is a place of rela- proper nutrition, we hope to rich learning and informative books as seen on Knowledge the impact of climate change on business school. told to me, but rather shown that stuck with me was the graduation tivity, where your morals and Turn to page 11 help improve students’ overall content. In 2017, they teamed Channel. vulnerable coastal communities. 10 Lopezlink April 2018 Lifelong Wellness Interactive Lopezlink April 2018 11 Sudoku Larga Na! Text and photos by Gerbs de Castro Can too much gadget use Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! WTT explores the Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, harm your child’s eyes? column at kahon. Have a ball in Baler! By Charizze Henson AFTER researching on the in- started searching for an available returned later to check out the other side of Masungi artifacts. Text and photos by Gerbs de Castro ternet and asking several friends joint to have breakfast. CHILDREN nowadays spend where they wanted to go, we Near the town hall, we saw the We ate lunch at the Hungry a lot of time on their gad- ended up in Baler in the province Baler 400 Years monument dedi- Surfer along the beach and head- gets, watching videos, play- of Aurora. cated to the people of Baler. Our ed back to the resort to finally ing games, browsing and even From our office in Pasig, we next stop was the Doña Aurora check in and prepare for the sec- chatting online. What parents headed to Quezon City. We Aragon Quezon House on Rizal ond half of this day’s adventure. may not know is that exces- were picked up by our rental van St. cor. San Luis St. A few steps By 2 p.m., we were at the sive screen time can lead to a at 9:30 p.m. at the SM North away was the Quezon Memo- PAGASA Baler Radar Station host of problems, including eye EDSA Annex, got on EDSA and rial Park, a quiet park developed 178.2 meters above sea level. conditions. ate dinner at the Shell Oasis gas in honor and in memory of Pres. Our next stop was the Aniao Man vs. ‘Millennium Tree’! According to Dr. Michelle station on NLEX. Manuel L. Quezon. Islets. With two of them stand- Lingao, pediatric ophthal- We arrived at our temporary Museo de Baler opens at 8 ing side by side like twins battling as the Dicasalarin Bay from an- mologist, cataract and adult residence, AMCO Beach Resort, a.m., so we visited the Baler pub- the mighty waves of the Philip- other view deck nearby. strabismus specialist and ocu- at 4 a.m. We freshened up and lic market in the meantime and pine Sea, this is one of the iconic Feeling a bit exhausted from lar geneticist at Asian Eye In- locations in Baler. A great spot all the walking, we went to La stitute, most children who are These islets are a Baler trademark for nature photography buffs! Cez Food House and also took constantly exposed to gadgets Already covered with wooden photos near an old lighthouse at experience digital eyestrain. slabs, one can nonetheless glimpse the Sabang Beach area. “Their eyes get tired from gadgets, especially because to keep your children’s screen an ancient escape tunnel used by Waking up at 4 a.m. the next severe gadget use. The longer their brain develops rapidly consumption in check to en-  Very Easy  the people of Baler in the olden day, I got ready to attend the 6 they stare at digital screens, the during their early years. By sure they have a balanced life- Easy  Medium days to escape raiding Moros. a.m. mass at Baler Church. higher their risk of suffering encouraging them to interact style,” Lingao stresses.  Hard A watchtower at the back of Most of the gang later went from blurred or double vision, with people, they are able to Gadget use rules the tunnel is connected to Santa straight to the beach to experience headaches or even head or neck develop their language and so- Parents must spend more Isabel Church. The tunnel leads what Baler really offers—surfing! pain.” cial skills.” time with their children, estab- up to Ermita Hill where the cha- The group contracted instruc- Answer to MARCH puzzle Prone to dry eyes 20-second breaks lish gadget use rules, and per- pel now stands. tors from Panatag Surf School Children are also prone to To prevent these eye condi- suade them to engage in active Solution, tips and Trudging 110 steps to the top, to teach them this most famous 2 3 4 5 dry eyes since they tend to focus tions, young children should play or in other outdoor activi- computer program you will see the Pacific Ocean activity in Baler. on the screen and blink less. take 20-second breaks from ties. available at After that unforgettable under- www.sudoku.com from a view deck. Also visible is “Tears help nourish and pro- gadget use every 20 minutes, It is also important to keep the exit point of the tunnel as well taking, we went back to AMCO tect the surface of the eyes from make sure that light sources gadgets out of children’s bed- to freshen up and to check out. dust, infection or irritation. Be- are not behind or in front of rooms. Gadgets emit blue light Eats Next on our itinerary was Di- cause they blink less, their eyes their screen, and have their eyes that mimics daylight and sup- tumabo Falls, the largest waterfall dry up faster. They may experi- checked at least once a year. presses melatonin; when mela- Santolan Town Plaza: Your one-stop shop for everyday leisure in Aurora. ence a burning sensation, sandy “It is important for parents tonin is suppressed, children are We arrived at the jump-off site feeling, excessive tearing, pain to take note that comprehen- likely to sleep later, leading to SET upon a background of sprawl- at past 2 p.m. We had the option and eye redness,” Lingao ex- sive eye exams help us doc- sleep deprivation. ing open space and peaceful neigh- to trek to the site on our own, plains. tors diagnose and treat their “A few minutes of screen borhoods, it’s easy to shake loose the which would take around two “We urge parents to be pro- children’s condition early. The exposure can delay release of knots on your back in Santolan Town hours, or avail of a tricycle to take active,” she adds. “Infants and earlier we diagnose, the more melatonin by several hours and Plaza. Nestled along Santolan Road, us nearer to our target, followed 6 7 children below the age of two responsive they are to treat- desynchronize the body clock,” you can enjoy your daily leisure without by a 30-minute trek. should not be allowed to use ment. It would also be best Lingao says. the hassle of driving through the usual The hardest part of the trail 1. Shade is good, sometimes; 2. HR traffic. was the large water crossing. The Life in the sweet lane Council head Cedie Lopez Vargas; 3. The Sports & Wellness tricycle drivers, our guides, great- walkers are welcomed by EDC SVP Beth calendar Step inside the warm interiors of ly assisted us during this part. Nasol; 4. OML Center’s Rochelle Bata SKYathon focuses on APRIL Starbucks at the Pavilions and be wel- In a few minutes, lo and behold, kicks off the program with the recitation 15: Dragon’s Flight, comed by friendly baristas as they craft right before our very eyes was the of the Lopez Credo; 5. Senior manager your morning pick-me-up. Savor the spectacular view of the Ditumabo Atty. Allan Barcena discusses EDC’s Boracay reef rehab, 3K/5K/10K (UA&P Open start of your day as you’re greeted by Falls. It was majestic indeed! partnership with MGFI; 6. Lopez Holdings’ Grounds, Pasig), 4:30am. jazz tunes blending with the hum of We returned to the parking Yiessa Borbon, WTT team member Weng Fee: P500-P1,000. postpones run students studying for the week ahead. lot and sped off to Balete Park in Magaling and program host Jun Dumlao of Register at reg.goorahna. Energized and ready, you can check erything you’ll need is right here at your fully curated selections of casual restau- In the next few months, more dining EDC; 7. Enjoying the alfresco breakfast SKYATHON, the first desti- marketing manager Delbert com/#/event/dragons- Quirino, Aurora. 8 off your to-do list starting with an er- backyard supermarket. rants, cafés and service establishments. spots like Pancake House, Hanama- The park has a 600-year-old 8. Happy campers from Team EDC nation run in the country, shall Santos said. flight-2018 Carefully curated selections 15: Run2Restore, rand run at Marketplace by Rustan’s. Soon, Relik will bring its cozy yet ruken, Barcino and Tenya, and specialty balete tree that was designated as focus on the coral “reefurbish- SKYathon is already on its 3K/5K But, instead of stockpiling for the In bringing the signature Rockwell trendy gastropub concept called ALTA stores and services like Piandré, Alter- WALKERS from the Lopez Corporation (EDC) that spon- premium native tree species in ment” and mangrove plant- ninth year and has been a ve- (Roxas Blvd., Pasay), 4am. the official “Millennium Tree” of month ahead, you take your time plan- retail lifestyle to the north, Santolan by Relik to provide the next mainstay of smith and Medical City will open to the Philippines. It would take 60 Group saw the other side of the sored the WTT along with the the vicinity of the georeserve. ing Boracay on April 21 as it hicle for environmental causes Fee: P500-P600. Register ning your weekly groceries because ev- Town Plaza will be home to more care- the San Juan nightlife. cater to the community. Masungi Georeserve trail as the OML Center, welcomed some He pointed that the theme moves the run to a date and lo- and island-saving efforts since at tinyurl.com/Run2Re- grown men holding one another HR Council-Lopez Lifelong 450 participants to the March or the Lopez Value for the cation that will be announced it started. Portions of the pro- store at arm’s length to encircle its gi- Wellness Walk the Talk (WTT) walk. March WTT is “Unity,” repre- soon. ceeds from previous SKYathons 15: Fire Run, gantic trunk. 3K/5K/ That trip ended up becoming one it has forever changed the way I look at you want to become. Values are not headed to the Garden Cottages in Jez Pucio of the Masungi sented by the partnership with “We will push through have been channeled to a coral ROCCO PUNO... The tree has grown aboveground 10K/16K (CCP Complex, from page 9 of my fondest memories. Beyond the adversity. meant to be strict rules, but principles Baras, Rizal on March 17, 2018. Georeserve Foundation Inc. MGFI—unity in promoting with our #LoveBoracay advo- reef rehabilitation program. roots, such that “caves” have formed Pasay), 5am. Fee: P550- experience itself, I remember that trip What advice would you give your that must evolve and be adapted to fit The participants took in (MGFI) provided a brief back- and advocating for native trees. cacy as it is the spirit behind Registration for the run P850. Email parasaka- under parts of the trunk. my coach, no longer wanting to hang as the time that I got comfortable be- younger siblings and cousins regard- each person’s life. Each of us should find breathtaking sights along the grounder on the venue. MGFI Before exploring the Garden SKYathon. It is our way of has been suspended while or- [email protected] After taking several shots, we out with anyone. I called my parents ing in difficult situations. I learned that, ing living up to the Lopez Values and our own unique way to live these values. trail, discovering different fac- owns the Garden Cottages area. Cottages, August Villalon from showing our support to the ganizers finalize the plans. 22: Nat Geo Earth Day said good-bye to the province of and immediately felt my mom’s in- most of the time, feeling discomfort in how to go about it? I believe that in order to truly embody ets of Masungi aside from the EDC Corporate Affairs EDC’s Disaster Preparedness calls for an island-wide envi- Participants can expect an an- Run, 3K/5K/10K/21K Aurora. stinct to give in to her crying son. They the present is a way to make a better My advice would be to leave your them, you must first know who you are popular trail frequented by out- Group senior manager Atty. & Response Unit prepped the ronmental restoration effort. nouncement to be made soon, (SM MOA, Pasay), Yes, Baler is really a wonderful denied my request, but asked me to version of yourself in the future. It was comfort zone and discover who you are and why they matter to you. door enthusiasts. Allan Barcena discussed the walkers with a safety brief- We shall let the sands of Bo- including foreign individuals 2:30am. Fee: P750- place to visit, especially for water take it one day at a time, to embrace more than just looking on the bright away from the environment that you Imagine a world where all fourth- Beth Nasol, SVP of the Hu- partnership between EDC and ing, while Jane Antonio from racay rest and let the experts who have been officially -wel P1,400. Email info@ activity enthusiasts and nature the homesickness and find a way side, but accepting the inevitability of have always known. generation cousins live and project man Resource Management the MGFI, which covers the Gold’s Gym led them in doing pave the way in restoring the comed by SKYathon to join the runrio.com lovers and photographers. The around it by hanging out with people enduring difficult times in order to In removing yourself from that con- the Lopez Values in their own unique Group of Energy Development planting of endangered and warm-up exercises. island,” SKY Airtime senior run. trip from Manila is definitely I liked. Find a way to be comfortable make you stronger. I’ve applied this text, you’ll be able to define the kind of way—that in itself would be a legacy worth it. (Excerpted from http:// with the discomfort, they told me. lesson to many aspects of my life, and person you are and the kind of person we can all be proud of. 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