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Pulag…again! http://www.facebook.com/lopezlinkonline www.twitter.com/lopezlinkph At 25, Cinema One is still Pinoys’ ‘laging kasama’ Story on page 6 INAEC earns OML Center bats for The Rockwellist IS-BAO cert science-based policies…page 9 asks: What’s in …page 2 the bag?…page 12 Lopezlink July 2019 Biz News Lopezlink July 2019 ABS-CBN, First Gen, ‘NXT’: Digital-first stories Lopez Holdings excel in boost ABS-CBN News’ corporate governance fight vs fake news ABS-CBN News strengthens “We set up a new team its fight against disinforma- composed of video journalists tion and misinformation on- and producers that will utilize line with the launch of “NXT,” all manner of audio and visual informative videos on current tools and storytelling styles to L-R: Mark Jayson Hojilla, avionics technician; Carlo Conti, aircraft mechanic; Deecap Pocopio, aircraft mechanic events and relevant issues pro- deliver relevant, credible and supervisor-fixed wing; Jerome Mendoza, aircraft mechanic supervisor-rotary wing; Donald Hammer, IS-BAO auditor; duced for the digital generation authoritative breaking and con- Reymark Villafuerte, aircraft mechanic; Ghandie Martinez, aircraft mechanic; and Glenn Perez, corporate services of Filipinos. text news stories to the digital head “NXT,” which is housed generation,” she said. May, “NXT” produced veteran within ABS-CBN News’ on- ABS-CBN Integrated News journalist Christian Esguerra’s line and social media platforms, and Current Affairs head Ging explainer “#Halalan2019: Ano INAEC achieves IS-BAO will explain complex issues and Reyes said the small but nimble Ang Trabaho ng Senador?.” ABS-CBN still PH’s phenomena through concise, team of video- and tech-savvy The “Millennial Meetup” se- L-R: First Gen VP Rachel Hernandez, Lopez Holdings VP Maria Amina Amado and ABS-CBN CFO Aldrin Cerrado; SEC engaging and well-researched producers will work with ABS- ries featured six young persons videos that will first be released CBN News’ veteran news re- for a discussion of pressing is- chairman Emilio Aquino Stage One certification mostBy Kane Choa watched in June on digital. It “unbreaks” tradi- porters and researchers to come sues, while the “Pipol” series tional news formats to suit the up with videos that are truly focused on individuals who THREE Lopez Group mem- ings Corporation for being ment asset class. The ICD is INAEC Aviation Corporation has been documented, approved Kurt Edwards, director gen- VIEWERS nationwide contin- by “Search for the Idol Philip- Kayo?” (19.6%) kept them en- changing needs, habits and in- able to analyze and provide achieved near-impossible feats ber companies were recognized among top performers in the the SEC-appointed domestic on May 9, 2019 earned its In- and resourced, and implemented eral of IBAC, congratulated ued to choose ABS-CBN as the pines” (28.3%). tertained. terests of audiences online. context to current events. or have remarkable stories. among the top 48 publicly country. ranking body for the ACGS. ternational Standard for Busi- at the time of the audit. INAEC on its accomplishment network recorded an average “TV Patrol” (27.7%) re- Meanwhile, ABS-CBN won ABS-CBN News digital “NXT” will also carry in- The “NXT” videos gather listed companies (PLCs) in the The ACGS is an instrument The three companies scored ness Aircraft Operations (IS- IS-BAO adopts internation- and for joining the expanding audience share of 44%, a 12- mained the choice newscast of all time blocks in June, particular- head Karen Puno said they en- depth reports, fact-check pieces anywhere from 150,000 to 2.5 Philippines using the ASEAN for the assessment and ranking 80 or higher to be included in BAO) Stage One certification. al standards consistent with the list of flight departments and point lead against GMA’s 32%, viewers, while the real-life sto- ly in prime time where it recorded vision “NXT” to be the source of and features that convey the million page views, attesting to Corporate Governance Score- of PLCs in six participating the roster. ABS-CBN chief This marks the first time that a requirements of the Interna- operators around the world that according to data from Kantar ries featured in “Maalaala Mo an average audience share of 45% authoritative news content pro- biggest stories of the day. the new news consumers’ ap- card (ACGS). ASEAN countries: Indonesia, financial officer Aldrin -Cer holder of an air operator certifi- tional Civil Aviation Organi- have implemented the IS-BAO Media. Kaya” (26.8%) pushed the dra- compared to GMA’s 33%. duced specifically and especially Breaking in its video capa- petite for this video form. (K. In ceremonies on June 11, Malaysia, Philippines, Singa- rado, First Gen vice president cate issued by the Civil Aviation zation to prepare the operator to manage the safety, security, ABS-CBN’s dominance in ma anthology to retain its spot The Kapamilya network also for the YouTube generation. bilities before “Halalan 2019” in Choa) 2019 graced by Securities and pore, Thailand and Vietnam. It and corporate secretary Rachel Authority of the Philippines has for domestic and international efficiency and effectiveness of the nationwide ratings is reflect- in the most-watched programs conquered the urban and rural Exchange Commission (SEC) aims to raise corporate gover- Hernandez and Lopez Hold- been accorded the distinction. operations. This is anchored on their operations. ed in the list of most watched list. areas as it registered 42% ver- chairman Emilio Aquino, the nance standards and practices ings vice president and com- The certificate was awarded the SMS to enable the operator There are over 700 IS-BAO- programs in June where Ka- Viewers continued to turn sus GMA’s 26% in Metro Ma- Institute of Corporate Direc- among ASEAN PLCs, making pliance officer Maria Amina by the International Busi- to achieve a risk-averse, genera- registered operators around the KidZania Manila, Toy Kingdom pamilya programs secured nine to “Kadenang Ginto” (23.7%) nila, 36% versus GMA’s 32% in tors (ICD) awarded ABS- well governed ASEAN PLCs Amado received the honors for ness Aviation Council (IBAC) tive safety culture. world. INAEC is one of only slots, with “FPJ’s Ang Probin- every afternoon, while week- Mega Manila, 40% over GMA’s CBN Corporation, First Gen attractive to investors and pro- the respective winning Lopez- based in Canada after INAEC According to the IBAC two such operators from the syano” on top with 37.3%. end shows “Hiwaga ng Kam- 35% in Total Luzon, 53% versus Corporation and Lopez Hold- moting ASEAN as an invest- led PLCs. passed a comprehensive audit website, audits are conducted Philippines. launch new department store Angel Locsin’s “The Gener- bat” (22.2%), “Home Sweetie GMA’s 24% in Total Visayas conducted by Mente Group, a every two years to determine INAEC will continue to KIDS may now enjoy a new spot and offer extras such as gift- BKidZanian PaZZports or al’s Daughter” clinched the sec- Home Extra Sweet” (21.8%) and 52% versus GMA’s 28% in US firm certified by IBAC to the operator’s continued con- work for the Stage Two and of fun and learning in KidZania wrapping services. when they do cashless trans- ond spot with 30.8%, followed and “Rated K Handa Na Ba Total Mindanao. audit companies. formance with the standards Stage Three levels to attain its LPZ, First Gen to pay cash dividends Manila’s new establishment— Young minds may also train action using their BPI ATM Stage One certification is and recommended practices goal of having an effective SMS Toy Kingdom Department as brand specialists, where they cards. THE board of Lopez Holdings The First Gen Corporation P0.38904 per share on the achieved when the operator’s safe- and to provide feedback to the and sustainable culture of safe- Promos & offers Store—where they can fill two can practice ingenuity in shar- Toy Kingdom is the latest Corporation, in a special board board also approved on June 13,750,000 Series G preferred ty management system (SMS) operator on its practices. ty. meeting on June 11, 2019, ap- 17, 2019 the declaration of shares issued to First Philippine exciting new roles and learn skills ing features, advantages and feature at KidZania Manila, Pacman vs. Thurman on SKY Sports PPV for proved the declaration of a cash cash dividends on its outstand- Holdings Corporation by way helpful to their development. benefits as they do product the play city where kids four to demos of selected items. With 17 years old can learn life skills only P949 dividend of P0.10 per share ing Series G preferred shares of private placement. The cash Visitors can earn kidZos by Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao trying their hand at being sell- this role, children can help cus- by engaging in fun role-playing to stockholders of record as of as follows: P3.8904 per share dividends have a record date of Batangas hospital taps EDC guns for another win as he ing clerks and brand specialists, tomers realize if the items are activities designed to nurture June 26, 2019 and payable on or on 112,445,800 outstanding July 3, 2019 and a payment date challenges Keith Thurman making toy shopping fun, easy what they might want or need their interests and teach them before July 10, 2019. Series G preferred shares and of July 25, 2019. for the WBA super welter- and convenient at the depart- to purchase. the value of hard work. for clean, renewable energy weight world championship ment store. To help them learn the value Aside from the new jobs at MARY Mediatrix Medical Magsino during the contract to a mutually beneficial and live via SKY Sports Pay-Per- As selling clerks, they get of hard work, visitors may be- the department store, kid visi- Center (MMMC) is now being signing in Batangas.