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Entertain, empower, serve THE year 2016, to borrow a millennial catchphrase, was “kind” to . In fact, big boss Malou Santos considers the past year one of the company’s best years, notwith- standing the challenges thrown their way. Turn to page 6

AMML lauds Next-gen Values Get the look Lopez companies …page 9 …page 12 …page 3 vanguards of love!  Lopezlink February 2017 Biz News Lopezlink February 2017  Sec. GL@DENR At the 2017 budget conference GL orders closure of 23 metallic mines Companies of sound value ENVIRONMENT Secretary Lopez issued the closure environment would be her par- By Carla Paras-Sison on Thursday or- orders against 23 mining amount concern, not money. dered the closure of 23 metal- firms based on the final- re She emphasized that no AMBASSADOR Manuel M. Expecting more challenges lems in the workplace require un- lic mines in the country, while sults and recommendations of mining company can oper- Lopez (AMML), chairman of with interest rates rising and structured thinking,” he said. suspending five more, for seri- the multi-sectoral audit teams ate in a functional watershed the Lopez Group, thanked top the dollar’s value appreciating EL3 shared from his readings ous environmental violations formed to look into the com- which protects water sources. and senior executives of group in 2017, AMML encouraged how General Electric found a discovered during the indus- pliance of mining operators “Water is life. We will not companies for their “hard work” everyone to “adapt and ride the solution for its aircraft engine de- try-wide audit conducted by with the existing environmen- allow the water of our people in 2016. wave of change” as well as to sign problem by running a contest the Department of Environ- tal laws and regulations. to be at risk for any business Speaking at the group’s “do our homework and make on the internet, receiving over a ment and Natural Resources According to DENR Un- interest,” Lopez said. annual budget conference, decisions based on facts borne thousand entries, short-listing 10 (DENR) since July last year. dersecretary for Legal Affairs Barely a week at the DENR, AMML commended First Gen of good research.” solutions and finally rewarding a “My issue here is not about Maria Paz Luna, the compa- Lopez ordered last July 8 an Corporation for bringing the Further expecting volatility Hungarian student who had the mining. My issue here is so- nies can file for a motion for industry-wide audit to look Avion and San Gabriel power and greater risk in the stock winning solution with a job. cial justice. If there are busi- reconsideration to the DENR into the adequacy and efficien- plants to commercial opera- market, AMML told executives EL3 also believes data analyt- nesses and foreigners that go within 15 days from receipt of cy of environmental protection tion; ABS-CBN Corporation’s to focus on creating “companies ics will be able to find solutions and utilize the resources of the order. Luna said the DENR measures taken by the mining expansion into the digital space of sound value,” which is “what to most operational issues. This that area for their benefit and decision can still be appealed to companies, determine gaps in with ABS-CBN TVplus, ABS- we must strive to give our pub- is why he encourages business the people of the island suffer, the Office of the President. those measures and identify CBNmobile and SKYdirect, lic shareholders.” units to have a data analyst or that’s social injustice,” Lopez A staunch advocate of re- the appropriate penalties for which launched in July 2016; “Let us keep an eye out for data scientist on board. said during a press conference sponsible mining, Lopez has violations of mining and en- and Rockwell Land Corpora- one another—eager to mitigate “Everything is going to be au- Amb. Manuel M. Lopez Sec. Gina Lopez HR Council head Cedie Lopez Vargas FPH CSO Agnes de Jesus Environmentalist Rodne Galicha held at the DENR offices in made it clear that the common vironmental laws. (Excerpted tion’s new projects in new loca- risks and to find opportuni- tomated. A lot of the jobs we have . good and the protection of the from www.denr.gov.ph) PHOTOS BY NADZ VILLANUEVA, JOEY PANGHULAN/ROCKWELL tions such as in City and ties for cooperation among our now are going to go away. Many in southern Metro . group companies,” AMML said. of the skills we have now will not He also congratulated the Retrain, retool be useful. Our people must com- EDC, Gaisano Capital commission Energy Development Corpora- Meanwhile, Eugenio Lopez mit to a lifelong learning process. tion team for hitting targets in III (EL3), ABS-CBN chair- That is the rationale for ABS- cost reduction as required by the man and Lopez Holdings vice CBN University. We must retrain largest solar rooftop system in current industry environment. chairman, encouraged group our people for the skills we need ENERGY Development Cor- cleaner and more affordable en- The project is EDC’s initial “It is really a team effort and executives to look for creative or going forward,” he said. Learning Synergy: A poration (EDC) and Gaisano ergy options to our customers. venture into the solar rooftop everyone must do his own share nonlinear thinkers or those who EL3 believes retraining employ- Capital successfully inaugu- Both the customers and envi- industry and the latest addition or the objectives will not be met,” think “outside the box.” ees would be prudent because they rated the 1.03-MW solar roof- ronment win so it’s a business to the company’s clean energy AMML said. “School teaches us to think in a “are already motivated, share our top system in Gaisano Capital’s we are committed to,” EDC portfolio. structured manner. But the prob- values and know our business.” mall in La Paz, Iloilo City in president and COO Richard January. Tantoco said. Promos & offers By Gerbs de Castro The solar rooftop system, “We are happy to see the summit like no other currently the largest in the completion of our largest solar Travel expo starts Feb. 10: TLC, province, can supply up to 50% rooftop project and provide THE Lopez Group HR Coun- nual event is the main theme, Thus, it was only fitting that According to Padojinog, wards a Clean and Green En- unveiled a presentation on of the mall’s daytime load, re- added value to our La Paz cus- SKYcable partner anew with PTAA The Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) is all set cil led by Cedie Lopez Vargas around which the program of “Creating a Sustainable Future” business sustainability is the vironment.” MAFI’s road to success in “A sulting in significant savings tomers. We are one with EDC for its 24th Travel Tour Expo and 2nd International Travel brought together leaders from activities was built. This was became the theme of the sum- creation of firm value with due Climate leader and advo- Journey towards Upliftment in electricity cost for Gaisano in promoting the use of and Trade Expo at the SMX Convention Center, City on various companies and disci- developed from among rel- mit. consideration for the expecta- cate Rodne Galicha discussed and Inclusivity.” Capital. More importantly, the enhancing our operations with February 10-12. plines under the Lopez Group evant issues, new corporate The keynote message, “To- tions and interests of society the Climate Reality project, a Among other accomplish- system, which sources power cleaner energy technologies. The Travel Tour Expo 2017 is set to amaze visitors with thou- in the Learning Synergy Sum- strategies and directions, ar- wards a Sustainable Future for and the natural environment. global, multi-sectoral alliance ments, the foundation has imple- directly from the sun and does This is our own contribution sands of special travel deals and tour packages exclusively of- mit 2016 held at the Rockwell eas of opportunities and other the and the Global A sustainable business should advocating grassroots partici- mented programs in educational not require the use of fossil fu- to reduce the negative impacts fered by 310 exhibitors and sponsors during the event. Business Center last November. matters that pose significant Community,” was given by En- have an integrated pursuit of pation in climate change issues. development, environmental els or other harmful gases to of climate change,” Gaisano As the official cable TV partners of PTAA, co-presenters TLC Unlike in past summits impact on the Group’s busi- vironment Sec. Gina Lopez. the so-called triple bottom line This was followed by “Green consciousness, community as- operate, will avoid emitting 770 Capital vice president Edmund and SKYcable will have an exclusive lounge area during the three- where only Lopez Group HR nesses or on the welfare of the Lopez talked about the or TBL. This is a framework Buildings” from Christopher sistance and tribal capability. It metric tons of carbon dioxide Gaisano Jr. explained. day event to provide an easy and comfortable travel expo expe- practitioners were the attend- employees. Ugong Rock Adventures proj- that incorporates the dimen- dela Cruz, the chief executive has also produced several schol- annually. EDC and Gaisano Capital rience for the guests. Through exciting on-ground activities and ees, this unique gathering was A few months ago, FPH ect of ABS-CBN Lingkod Ka- sions of business performance: officer of the Philippine Green ars, some of whom have passed “The solar rooftop systems have finalized agreements for stage segments, attendees may also have a chance to win prizes aimed at increasing the aware- chairman Federico R. Lopez pamilya Foundation Inc. (AL- prosperity, planet and people. Building Council, a nonstock national licensure examinations. have come down in price and the installation of similar solar Call to action and treats from TLC, SKYcable and its sponsors and partners. ness of all employees on the (FRL) stated unequivocally KFI) in collaboration with the Agnes de Jesus, chief sus- corporation that promotes will continue to do so. We will rooftop systems in the latter’s The simultaneous International Travel Trade Expo with in- importance of corporate sus- that FPH and its subsidiaries Department of Tourism and tainability officer of FPH, tack- green initiatives. Acting as the session moder- harness solar so we can provide other malls in . tainability. would not build, develop or the city of . led the topic “Sustainability for Sustainability in action ators were Carlos Salonga, VP- dustry stakeholders will be exclusively held in a separate setup As well, the Learning Syn- invest in any coal-fired power She also showcased the con- Business and Financial Stabil- Rounding out the sessions HR and Admin of First Balfour EDC employees spread in the same venue. For more info, visit www.ptaa.org.ph. ergy Summit sought to pro- plant because he believed that tinuous development of La ity.” were discussions focused on Inc.; Marianne Quebral, execu- holiday cheer to young mote a culture of collaboration the Philippines has “energy al- Mesa Ecopark and La Mesa The demands of business and “sustainability in action.” tive director of OML Center; patients EMPLOYEES from Movie treats and more from SKYdirect! and partnership among various ternatives that do not mortgage Watershed; the latter is a joint people are bordering on envi- Raphael Lopez, a health en- Dario Pagcaliwagan of Lopez Energy Development Corporation SKYdirect subscribers are in for exciting treats this February! Watch disciplines in implementing the future of our children and project of ALKFI, Metropoli- ronmental and social thresh- ergy initiative campaigner, in- Group Foundation Inc.; Sidney (EDC) visited the National Children’s your favorite love teams for free on SKYdirect FREEVIEW Ch. sustainable practices within the future of our planet.” tan Waterworks and Sewerage olds. troduced Health Care Without Cordero of First Gen Corpora- Hospital in Quezon City to donate cash 28: and in “,” the Lopez Group and inspiring Dealing with climate System and the Quezon City Quadruple squeeze Harm. The organization is at tion; and Marianna Vargas of and toys and distribute food items to and in “Must Be… Love” and En- commitment and action from change government. Due to a “quadruple the center of transforming the OML Center. patients. All donations were sourced rique Gil and in “Just the Way You Are.” Meanwhile, the participants. At the third annual sum- Additionally, Lopez stressed squeeze”—population pres- health care sector worldwide A call to action ensued, with from the EDC employees themselves “The Escort” makes its TV premiere on Super KBO on SKY Pay- Collaborative effort mit of the Shareholders’ As- the importance of bamboo sures, climate crisis, ecosystem without compromising patient the participants undergoing a during the “Nine Christmas Mornings” Per-View. For only P99, SKYdirect subscribers can enjoy seven- Borne of a collaborative ef- sociation of the Philippines, plants and mangroves. crisis and the risk of deleterious safety or care. workshop and expressing their spiritual wellness activity, a series day continuous viewing of “The Escort” along with bonus features, of weekday masses that intends to fort from the Lopez Group HR FRL also identified the threat Plenary sessions tipping points in the Earth sys- Next to take the stand was commitment to help create a including catch-up episodes of “Pinoy .” This pay-per- prepare the employees spiritually and Council, Lopez Group CSR of climate change as the single Three plenary sessions were tem—the degrees of freedom Rina Lopez-Bautista, executive sustainable future for present view is available until February 24. Subscribers also get more days realize the value of Christmas. The Council, OML Center and issue in the world today that scheduled for the entire day, for sustainable human exploi- director of Knowledge Chan- and forthcoming generations. to enjoy their SKYdirect prepaid plan when they load using their beneficiaries ranged from infants to ABS-CBNmobile SIM. By converting their ABS-CBNmobile the First Philippine Holdings embodies all the seven Lopez starting with “Sustainability tation of the planet are severely nel Foundation Inc., who talk- Lopez Group chairman young adults up to 18 years of age load to SKYdirect, they can get three or five additional days on top Corporation (FPH) Sustain- Values. He said that dealing and the Business.” restrained. Thus, companies ed about “A Sustainable Future Amb. Manuel M. Lopez pro- who were confined because of cancer, of the 30-day validity of their SKYdirect prepaid plan. More details ability Group, the activity got with it correctly will require The first talk, “Understand- need to manage risks, whether through Education” (see related vided the closing remarks to meningitis, respiratory problems and under way as Vargas delivered every “heart, nerve and sinew ing Sustainability,” was pre- these are financial, operational, story on page 8). thunderous applause. other illnesses. (Gerbs de Castro) are available on mysky.com.ph/dagdagaraw. the welcome remarks. in the organization coming to- sented by University of regulatory or reputational. Datu Samuel Asicam, ex- Capping off the day were The HR Council head said gether to overcome something and the Pacific president Dr. The next plenary session was ecutive director of Mount socials sponsored by SKY- that at the core of the an- that today seems inescapable.” Winston Padojinog. aimed at “Sustainability to- Apo Foundation Inc. (MAFI), cable. Follow us @lopezlinkph on and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline  Lopezlink February 2017 Councils Lopezlink February 2017  couch potato treats Maja fights for Biz Excellence Winners bare secrets, tips for LAA success in summit family and love THE newest batch of winners the opportunity and need for through the Binhi Tree for the dispensed secrets and tips for an online engagement platform Future Project, respectively. Lopez Achievement Awards right after every show for the Cameramen reinvented (LAA) success to their fel- diehard OTWOL fans. OT- Ariel Fulgado shared that in ‘’ low employees during the 4th WOLista.com happens to be a it was in 2015 when ABS- REVENGE has never been this LAA Winners’ Summit held at first for the network and for the CBN’s Digital News Gath- wild as stages her Rockwell Business Center on country. ering (DNG) group started much-awaited comeback on tele- January 27, 2017. For his part, Maddatu shared maximizing the potentials vision as Ivy, a woman who will do Lopez Group chairman how addressing “customer pain and cost-effectiveness of the everything to avenge her parents’ ‘Ang Babaeng Humayo’ gets 3 emeritus Oscar M. Lopez points” via dependability, reli- portable transmission system sets hearts aflutter! (OML), in his inspirational ability and anticipating the upon the initiative of DNG This February on MYX, after taking “Pop MYX” death, in “Wildflower.” message, underscored the im- customer’s needs allowed First head Val Cuenca. As a result, by storm, BoybandPH will also be doing “Pinoy Before she became Ivy, get to nods from Asian Film Awards By Kane Choa portance of the summit. Philec to increase their market 80% of cameramen have suc- MYX” until Feb. 11, “My MYX” from Feb. 12- know her first as Lily (Xyriel Man- OML said: “In listening share with Meralco to as much cessfully reinvented themselves 18 and “Mellow MYX” from Feb. 19-25. Gary abat). Her father Dante (Christian DIRECTOR Lav Diaz and ABS- Meanwhile, “The Woman Who to our winners’ stories, in be- as 98%; this was despite the into DNG specialists. Likewise, Valenciano is the MYX Headliner, while Star Vasquez), a lawyer, received death CBN chief content officer Charo Left” is also nominated for best ing able to ask them how they latter’s 70% cap on suppliers as an offshoot, deployment was Music’s first acoustic duo Migz and Maya takes threats for a case he handled. This Santos both received nods at this screenplay. found success, we learn from as well as the impact of the di- cut down to only two DND on “MYX Spotlight.” For “MYX PRESENTS!,” prompted him to relocate to Pobla- year’s Asian Film Festival for the “Ang Babaeng Humayo” tells the them, we get to know them vestment of the Lopez Group’s specialists compared to what watch One Direction’s Harry in “Harry Styles: My cion Ardiente with his wife Camia 2016 revenge film “Ang Babaeng story of Horacia (Santos), a woman better and we begin to believe stake in Meralco in 2009 which used to be a seven-person World” (Feb. 9) and Ed Sheeran in “Thinking Out () and their daughter. Humayo” (“The Woman Who Left”). seeking revenge after being impris- that we, too, can be winners. brought First Philec’s share of technical team for every live Loud” (Feb. 16) and “Live in Dublin” (Feb. 23). However, the father of her Diaz is nominated for the Best oned for a crime she didn’t commit. “Never rest on your laurels. Meralco’s transformer needs news report or event. Fulgado Meanwhile, in the “#LoveOnMYX” MYX Valen- friend Diego ( Jesse James Ong- Director category competing with The 11th Asian Film Awards Rather, do make it a habit to be down to its lowest at 58% in also shared that a drone control tine special, viewers can dedicate a music video teco), Raul Torillo (Wendell Ra- Na Hong-jin (South Korea), Koji will be held at the Hong Kong LAA winners,” he ended. 2013. and technology course is being to a special someone through www.myxph.com. mos), harassed Camia. Dante filed Fukada ( Japan), Derek Tsang Cultural Centre on March 21. Presenting their winning The second round of pre- offered in ABS-CBN Univer- MYX is on SKYcable Ch. 23. a case against Raul, who happened (China) and Feng Xiaogang (Chi- The awards are presented an- entries in the Customer Focus sentations, for the Public sity. Digital News Gathering’s to be the husband of town mayor na), while Santos is nominated for nually by the Hong Kong Inter- Emilia Ardiente Torillo (Aiko category were Sierra Borlon- Responsibility category, was Shoot-Edit-Transmit and Best Actress and is pitted against national Film Festival Society to gan, head of content for ABS- led by Programa Genio pro- Drone Technology by ABS- Sylvia’s fight in TGL Melendez). Son Ye-Jin (South Korea), Fan recognize the excellence of the film When her father died, Lily was CBN’s Digital Media Division gram director Maricar Estole, CBN Digital News Gathering beats rival show’s pilot Bingbing (China), Haru Kuroki professionals in the film industries (DMD), and Odilio Maddatu, Founda- Specialists won in the Opera- Top row: Chairman emeritus Oscar M. forced to leave her mother. She ( Japan) and Kara Wai (China). of Asian cinemas. Lopez, ABS-CBN chairman Eugenio Lopez found herself in the home of Pri- senior manager for corporate tion Inc. director for operations tions Management category. week ‘’ segment III and KCFI president Rina Lopez-Bautista, Gloria’s fight anka Aguas (Priscilla Meirelles), planning of First Philec. Edric Calma and Energy De- LAA program director Ben Liboro, ABS- ‘So kilig’ to keep her who adopted her and raised her velopment Corporation (EDC) Executive producer Roberto CBN DMD head Donald Lim and LAA family intact like her own. Angeline back with more ‘hugot’ songs Borlongan said they were CSR head Tracy Peralta. Esguerra, whose team won for program manager Ross Hamo; 2nd row: despite her Years later, Lily returns to Po- explores the heartbreaks in her new album “@ Also included in the album is “so proud, honored and kilig” to Their teams’ winning entries Salamat Dok: The Doctor is Sierra Borlongan, Odilio Maddatu, Maricar illness in blacion Ardiente as the seductive twists and turns in her love life and LoveAngelineQuinto.” another Yeng composition, “Di have been recognized on their were Empowering the Youth Out...Caring and Curing the Estole, Edric Calma and Tracy Peralta; The first single “At Ang Hirap,” Na Tayo” as well as Angeline’s first attempt to join the LAA through Education with a Hopeless in the Corporate Im- 3rd row: Ariel Fulgado, Roberto Esguerra, “The Great- and powerful Ivy. Everything will Sharon Tanganco, Ma. Regina Amigo and est Love” work out as planned—until she composed by duet with and via their entry OTWOLista. Heart, Psychological First Aid: age-building category, recalled com: Creating an Addicting Mental Wellness for Educators, how the “Doctor is Out” started as Dennis Lim; 4th row: Hosts Alexa Cancio c o n t i n u e s crosses paths with her long-lost and produced by Jonathan Manalo, the 5th Best Song in the Himig and Hazel Velasco, Unsung Heroes Zaldy After-Show Habit. Their win- and Mainstreaming Threat- to touch friend, Diego Ardiente Torillo chronicles the struggles of coping Handog P-Pop Love Songs 2016, Turn to page 8 Naguit and Sheila Estabillo viewers as ( ). with a fresh breakup. “Parang Tayo Pero Hindi.” ning entry primarily addressed ened Philippine Tree Species the afternoon series enjoyed a weeklong win in Also joining the cast of “Wild- Angeline’s return to record- Completing the track list are nationwide ratings versus its new rival program. flower” are Tirso Cruz III, RK ing also features the upbeat “Para the acoustic remix of “Para Bang, Comptrollers’ Circle By Jei-Jei Gertes From January 30 to February 3, the Sylvia San- Bagatsing, Vin Abrenica, Malou Bang, Para Lang,” a song she Para Lang” and covers of Jeremiah’s chez starrer hit a weekly national TV rating of de Guzman, Ana Abad Santos, dedicates to her mother. It is also “Nanghihinayang” and the sweep- 14.6%, while its rival program “Pinulot Ka Lang Arnold Reyes and Izzy Canillo. her second composition that she ing ballad “Kailangan Kita,” and Karen Davila spices up Lopez Group comptrollers’ gathering sa Lupa” got only 11.9%. “The Greatest Love” airs “Wildflower” is directed by Onat recorded after “Sana Sana” off her originals “Awit Ng Pag-ibig” and THE Lopez Group Comp- broadcaster Karen Davila. She As in the previous assemblies, after “” on ABS-CBN or ABS-CBN Diaz, Raymond Ocampo and Cathy 2013 album “Higher Love.” “Ang Pag-ibig Ko’y Ikaw.” trollers’ Circle recently held its shared her inspiring career that Jei-Jei Gertes ably acted as host HD (SKYcable Channel 167). Camarillo under the production unit Serving as one of the high- Produced by Manalo, “@Love- annual general assembly at the is marked by hard work and and emcee of the event. headed by Ruel Bayani. lights in “@LoveAngelineQuinto” AngelineQuinto” is available at ELJ Communications Center dedication. She talked about The conference coincided “Wildflower” premieres on is “Paano Ba ang Huwag Kang record bars for P299. It can also in ABS-CBN in celebration of her passion for news and broad- with the group’s Christmas Anne leads February 13 on ABS-CBN and Mahalin,” the first song written be streamed on Apple Music and its 17th anniversary. casting where she anchored celebration aimed at fostering love month celebration ABS-CBN HD (SKYcable Chan- by Darla that narrates the pain of Spotify. The full album is available ABS-CBN chief finance of- multiple daily live programs fellowship and camaraderie. leads the love fest as Cinema One’s nel 167). letting go. for download in digital stores. ficer Aldrin Cerrado, one of the while always trying to make it The Lopez Group Comp- Choice Artist for February. Watch her as the core team officers, welcomed home in time for dinner with trollers’ Circle continuously spoiled Michelle alongside in “When everyone to the event. her two young sons. aims to maintain high quality Love Begins” on February 10. Laugh your hearts Elmo, Sarah lead nominees The invited speakers dur- The journalist also passion- financial reporting and to pro- out as Anne teams up with Ai-Ai delas ing the assembly were Tita ately discussed maintaining good mote work-life balance among Alas in “Ang Cute ng Ina at MYX Music Awards Puangco, chief executive officer interpersonal relationships, spiri- its members. Mo” on February 17 and and Sarah Geron- Artist and Favorite Female Artist. of Ancilla Enterprise Develop- tual wellness, strengthening and The annual group-wide relive her iconic lines imo lead the star-studded nominees Her song “The Great Unknown” ment Consulting, and James rebuilding family relationships general assembly aims to up- in “” at the 12th MYX Music Awards with Hale is also nominated for Michael Francisco, president of and work-life balance. date the comptrollers on cur- on February 24. For which will happen this March. Favorite Collaboration, putting Spiderhook. The sharing was well ap- rent developments in relevant the full schedule of Elmo tops all nominees with her head-to-head with Elmo in all Puangco discussed living plauded by the group and, in topics outside the technical Cinema One movies, seven nods including Favorite her nominated categories. essentialism, which is manag- return, Davila graciously posed sphere of accounting, tax and like Cinema1channel Music Video, Favorite Song, Fa- Other OPM artists who ing stress while enhancing for a selfie with everyone. financial reporting. The aim is on Facebook vorite Artist, Favorite Male Artist, bagged a handful of nominations productivity, and Francisco pre- Meanwhile, during the to assist the members in their (facebook. Favorite MYX Celebrity VJ, and are “ Kids” alumnus Dar- sented the topics on personality Comptrollers’ Circle Christmas personal, spiritual and physical com/Cin- Favorite Collaboration and Fa- ren Espanto, MYX VJ Sharlene development. fellowship, Eric Nico- development. ema1ch- vorite Media Soundtrack with his San Pedro and . What moved everyone las and BoybandPH graced the The Comptrollers’ Circle annel). partner . Vote at http://myxph.com/ Clockwise from top: Jingle Hernandez (Lopez Inc.), Lanie Caimol (Lopez Holdings), Vivian Cruz-Ruiz (SGV & Co.), guest was the inspirational talk and event to the delight of the group. core team is composed of Cer- Sarah has five nominations, myxmusicawards/vote/. Fans can speaker Tita Puangco, Jei-Jei Gertes (Third Generation Holdings) and Aldrin Cerrado (ABS-CBN); ABS-CBN news anchor personal sharing of the special The Lopez Credo was read rado, Gertes, Jingle Hernandez, which include Favorite Music vote once per IP address per cat- Karen Davila poses for a selfie with host Gertes; Davila (left) inspires the Comptrollers’ Circle members with her passion guest, multi-awarded ABS- by Jhunar Abbot of Energy Lanie Caimol and Gemma Video, Favorite Song, Favorite egory each day. for work and family CBN journalist and news Development Corporation. Roque-Westhelle.  Lopezlink February 2017 Lopezlink February 2017  L-R: ABS-CBN chairman Eugenio Lopez III and president Carlo By Carla Paras-Sison L. Katigbak at the birthday party for Star Creatives COO Malou Santos; A still from the 2016 movie “Ang Babaeng Humayo”; “Super Parental Malou Santos: Guardians” stars , , Simon Pineda and Awra Briguela; The young Mother of ‘creatives’ leads of “” at a promotional event; The “AshLloyd” tandem of and , with director Ted Boborol, is slated to do another movie this year

ENTERTAIN... ing dramas such as “Everything stream storytelling (“Always Be “Hele sa Hiwagang Hapis” and The company also reported In 2015, the company took a hours. At the same time, they a fail-safe formula locked up in from page 1 about Her,” “: A Love My Maybe,” “Just the Three of Us” “Ang Babaeng Humayo” also grosses of P2.42 billion theatri- gamble by releasing the made- look forward to a celluloid ex- a vault somewhere. Untold” and “The Unmarried and “The Third Party”). proved to be winners, with the cally in 2016, almost matching for-mobile four-part movie perience that affirms the values The avowed movie fan sim- Throughout the year, Star Wife,” to crossover products The top film production latter even copping the Golden 2015’s P2.6 billion. “Must Date the Playboy” on they hold dear. ply chalks it up to gut feel—a Cinema treated moviegoers to that sought to blend millennial and distribution company’s Lion for Best Film at the 73rd “This was truly a celebration ABS-CBNmobile. Viewer re- “The films that Star Cinema mix of experience, good re- everything from crowd-pleas- carefree characters with main- forays into indie via “Dukot,” Venice Film Festival last Sep- for us. In the midst of an overall ception to the Kim Chiu-Xian produces are not made purely search, business risk-taking tember. global cinema downturn, ram- Lim vehicle convinced Santos for business but also in service and, of course, a fan mentality Meet the team New records pant piracy and the growth of that Pinoys are open to tapping of our Kapamilya all over the that dates back to her growing- The cherry on top of 2016 online entertainment, it is really a mobile to watch films. world—to help them connect up years in Mindoro. would have to be the new records feat to keep the grosses at healthy “The biggest question for and reconnect with their loved “I would like to think that set by “Super Parental Guardians” levels,” Santos points out. any producer now is: will mov- ones, and even with them- this hunch is useful, not only in MARIA Lourdes N. Santos, good quality on a regular basis. and “Vince and Kath and James.” However, the Star Creatives iegoers’ tastes change once they selves. stories, but more so in casting, chief operating officer of Star Over time, it built a solid repu- “Super Parental Guardians” COO clarifies, cinema products patronize full-length features “Everyone in Star Cinema choice of play date and promo- Creatives, a division of ABS- tation among moviegoers who with Vice Ganda and Coco are not computed based solely online, more than in the physi- is driven by this shared mission tional strategy. CBN Corporation, treats all now expect nothing but the best Martin was released ahead of on theatrical revenue. cal cinemas? No one has the to provide our audience with “Moviemaking is part sci- the artists, directors and writ- from the brand Star Cinema. the Film Festi- “When you compute for answer to this, not even Hol- solid, entertaining and unfor- ence, part art and part psychic ers she has helped build up as From a staff of a little more val (MMFF). It earned nearly profits down the line to pay- lywood.” gettable movie experiences,” powers,” she sums up, laugh- veritable children whose “every than 50, consisting of the typical P600 million at the box office per-view, cable, free TV, video But, she asserts, regardless of Santos says. ing. accomplishment brings happi- TV crew, Santos now heads at First P100-M movie The Lopez vision to become the highest-grossing and licensing, you will find that how the product is consumed, ness” to her. least 585 personnel distributed Filipino film of all time. (The cinematic products today are far the Star Cinema hallmarks will Star Cinema’s first movie to What can Kapamilya expect A graduate of hotel and across 21 departments, five film previous record holder, “Beauty more profitable than the years always be in the movies it of- reach the P100-million mark from Star Cinema, which will restaurant management, San- units, the music division, concert and the Bestie” with P528.95 before. There are so many more fers: relief from the problems was “Isusumbong Kita sa Tatay mark 25 colorful and record- tos started a career in sales, teams, online staff members and million, is also a Star Cinema platforms to which we can sell of daily life, family values, love Ko.” Released in 1999, the Fer- breaking years in Philippine selling what she considered as support groups that comprise production.) our movies.” and hope. nando Poe Jr.- TV and cinema in 2018? “perhaps the hardest product the multiple product lines of Front row, l-r: Danno Mariquit (creative manager), Rico Gonzales (Synergy head), Icie Gonzales-Torio (HR Accounts- Meanwhile, “Vince and Kath Keeping in step Shared mission starrer raked in P114.8 million. “The Lopez vision is service, Star Creatives head), Jonathan Manalo (A&R and Music Services manager) and Joaquin Enrico Santos (CDG and to sell in the world”: the en- Star Creatives. and James” bannered by ABS- As ABS-CBN transitions The concept of sulit or value Adjusted for inflation, that and we will always be there to cyclopedia. She moved on to “Today, my work in Star New Media head); Middle row, l-r: Marizel Martinez (Production head), Marivic Benedicto (Star Songs and New CBN’s up-and-coming young into a digital company, Star for money also comes into play. comes out at P551 million. serve the Filipino people. Media head), Beverly Fernandez (CFO-Star Creatives), Elma Medua (Post Production head), Marivic Victoria Ong banking but eventually gave in Creatives is managing units that talents was the 2016 MMFF Cinema has kept in step, not Viewers want a full experience A year later, the film pro- “We will always offer full, (Production supervisor), Jennifer Ching (Operations and Admin head), Malou Santos (COO-Star Creatives), Olivia to her “first love”: the movies. generate narrative audiovisual top-grosser. only by making its films digital that not only allows them to duction and distribution com- enriching entertainment. It will Lamasan (Creative and Pact head), Carmi Raymundo (Creative manager) and Kriz Gazmen (Creative director); Back She started as a produc- content and music to be experi- row, l-r: Regie Sandel (Booking and Distribution head), Joseph Cruel (Technical Services, Training and Research A total of eight Star Cinema but also making them available show their support for their pany bested its own record in be something they can enjoy, so tion assistant in “Pasukuin si enced in local and international head), John Paul Abellera (Creative manager), Roxy Liquigan ( head) and Mars Ocampo (station manager) releases breached the P100-mil- in platforms such as iTunes and , but also to forget their terms of highest number of they can forget their troubles Waway,” which was followed cinemas; on TV screens and lion mark in 2016 alone. iFlix. problems, if only for a couple of tickets sold with “Anak.” The for a while and leave the cinema by a succession of movies, like on radio; through concerts and family drama movie top billed house empowered to face the “Hindi Nahahati ang Langit,” on-ground events; online and in by and Claudine real world again. It will always for various outfits like Vi- other platforms where we can ex- 1991 The Movie,” Star Cinema’s Lamasan’s “,” Bata…Pa’no Ka Ginawa” “Pangako sa ‘Yo” starring “Dekada ‘70” based on the Barretto earned P165.9 mil- be something they can bring sion, Gryk Ortaleza, Bonanza tend these content,” Santos says. • 1999 • To carry out ABS-CBN’s second solo production starring Cuneta, is the year’s and Kristine best-selling novel is a critical lion. their loved one to, without fear and Regal Films. She worked Distribution ues and new promotional arenas. that can be mirrored onscreen venture into filmmaking, then The other solo venture that box office champion “Isusumbong Kita sa Tatay Hermosa. The soap not hit during the MMFF “In today’s ticket prices, that of problematic content. It will her way up to production infrastructure Not only that, we can avail of and in music, and so many lives • • 2003 CFO Eugenio Lopez III year is “Separada,” directed • This year also sees the release Ko” starring Fernando Poe only makes record-breaking would be a whopping P760 always belong to the ABS- manager and was with Regal Santos is credited for re- new online stories, online stars, that can be touched and brought recruits Charo Santos-Concio, by Chito Roño of the children’s classics Jr. and Judy Ann Santos ratings, it also becomes • “,” top billed million. That would make‘Anak’ CBN Kapamilya universe of Films when then ABS-CBN configuring the entire Philip- digital music and other expres- together by film, TV and music Malou Santos, Simon Ongpin • Star Cinema releases five “Cedie” and “” becomes Star Cinema’s first ABS-CBN’s most famous by Aiai delas Alas and the Philippines’ all-time highest products that promote values,” Corporation general manager, pine distribution infrastructure, sions out there that are discover- experiences.” and Olive Lamasan, among more coproductions 1997 P100-million top-grosser export, finding huge audi- directed by Deramas, breaks grosser. It still holds the record the Star Cinema chief says. now chairman, Eugenio Lo- “from its insular days, to a more able online,” she says. Her message to LopezLink 1995 2000 Ready for big changes others, for Star Cinema • Star Cinema produces a ences in new markets like box office records for a com- as Star Cinema’s most watched pez III (EL3) gave her a call. democratic and rational system Outside of work, Santos has readers: “Belonging to a Lopez 1993 “,” the story of record-breaking 21 films “Anak” starring Vilma Malaysia, China and Kenya edy film. The collaboration film with over four million But even as it sticks to the New film division that it is now.” She also delivered been giving back to her home- company is the best decision • • 2001 • Star Cinema’s initial ABS-CBN chairman • Laurenti Dyogi makes his Santos and Barretto makes of Delas Alas, Deramas and tickets sold,” Santos says. values laid down by the late pa- “He (EL3) was inviting me EL3’s dream of international town of Calapan, Mindoro. you can make in your career. offering,“Adan Ronquillo,” emeritus Eugenio Lopez Jr. debut as a movie director via Philippine movie history • The edgy drama “La Vida writer Mel del Rosario ushers The veteran TV and movie triarch Eugenio Lopez Sr. and to transfer to ABS-CBN to distribution for ABS-CBN “It is time to show gratitude This is a place where you can a coproduction with Regal and Serge Osmeña’s escape “Calvento Files: The Movie” by achieving four million in Rosa” directed by Roño is in a new era of mother-cen- executive also adds “Ang Tang- his family, the company also head its new film division. That film products. And with music and to preserve the old childhood hone your talents, with a nurtur- Films, earns P58.2 million from military prison during • The company also produces ticket sales, a record that still released tric family comedies ing Ina” to her list of memorable looks forward and prepares for was in 1991. Since then, I have being Santos’s second love, she town, so that future generations ing leadership that encourages a at the box office martial law, is shot entirely “Goodbye, America” which stands to this day; the movie • Social drama “Bagong • John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Star Cinema blockbusters. The the big changes ahead. been with Star Cinema, and was able to strengthen ABS- can appreciate its legacy. Also, the pioneering spirit and business • The company releases three in live sound stars both Filipino and is written by and Buwan,” helmed by Marilou Alonzo are launched as a 2003 release unexpectedly went “We are prepared… We with ABS-CBN Channel 2. CBN’s music efforts, building citizens of Calapan can make use risk-taking. This is also a place more films:“Home Along Da • Star Cinema also films American actors directed by Quintos Diaz-Abaya, earns critical movie love team in “My on to become a four-movie know the moviegoers may At that time, Star Cinema had “a complete music ecosystem of the livelihood projects we have where the best and brightest Riles” (coproduced with RVQ two movies abroad—“Sana 1998 “” becomes praise when it premieres First Romance” franchise with an enduring im- see this enriching cinematic not yet been set up, so in the that encompasses recording, dreamed up for them.” of the industry share their best • 2004 Productions), “Minsan Lang Maulit Muli” and “Sarah… Wenn Deramas directs his a critical and box of- during the MMFF pact on a generation of viewers experience not anymore in the meantime, I produced for TV, online releases, live concerts, live Still excited practices, to help you grow. • 2002 Kitang Iibigin” (coproduced Ang Munting Prinsesa” first film for Star Cinema, fice success during the • Cathy Garcia-Molina and who laughed and cried with Ina cinemas, but equally on their with ‘Star Drama Presents’ then streaming, artist development Still, she goes to work very day Most importantly, for every task with Moviestars Production) • debuts as a “Dahil Mahal na Mahal Metro Manila Film Festival • “Got 2 Believe” starring Bar- Mae Cruz are launched as Montecillo (portrayed by Ai- mobiles, tablets, laptops or fu- ‘,’ reporting and music licensing, which is “with the same excitement and you do, you realize that it is more and “May Minamahal,” the film director via “Basta’t Kita” with Claudine Bar- (MMFF) retto and Yan and directed film directors through the Ai delas Alas) and her children, ture inventions. We know the to Charo Santos-Concio, my now no.1 in the country.” energy as when I started in the than just a job. It is a mission. studio’s first solo venture Kasama Kita” starring Aga retto, and The Judy Ann Santos-Piolo by Lamasan ushers in a new romance trilogy “Bcuz of U” she notes. platform will give rise to new sister,” recalls Santos. Going forward, Santos has movies many decades ago. I am You make a difference to the • Perfect record 1994 Muhlach and former Miss the late Pascual love team is launched era in the romcom genre • “Milan,” directed by Lama- stars with greater authentic- Star Cinema coproduced prepared her team for the on- still excited by the same things— lives of the worldwide, Lamasan, a former executive Universe Star Cinema also releases via “” • “Jologs” directed by the late san and starring Pascual and With a perfect record—the ity. We know that new ways of its first movie,“Adan Ronquillo” slaught of online entertainment. love teams, great stories, beauti- no matter how humble your • 1996 • producer of “The Sharon the critically-acclaimed • Star Cinema also produces Gilbert Perez is lauded as a Barretto, earns critical and company is behind 10 out of storytelling provide a greater with Regal Films. From there, “Online platforms bring new fully crafted movies, uplifting and task may be. This is your second Cuneta Show,” is launched • All of Star Cinema’s 12 movies “Ang Lalaki sa the phenomenal and first breakthrough youth movie box office success 10 entries in the list of highest- variety of choice for viewers. the fledgling outfit deliberately opportunities for breakthrough unforgettable music. There are home, and from here, you can as a film director via“MMK: films are solo productions Buhay ni Selya” and “Bata, teleserye of ABS-CBN, • The martial law family drama Turn to page 11 grossing Filipino movies of all “We will be there with them endeavored to produce films of products, new distribution ven- still many colorful Filipino lives reach the world.” time—Star Cinema must have all the way,” Santos promises.  Lopezlink February 2017 Corporate Sustainability Museum/Values Lopezlink February 2017  Ongoings By Thea Garing and Yna Musico ALKFI celebrates first the Filipino public into the first outline of the mural was includ- Supplementing the works understanding the work and its home of the collection of Lunas ed in an exhibition titled Exten- of the guest artists are pieces by maker from a single glance. and Hidalgos, rarities of Rizal’s sions curated by Eileen Legaspi Romeo Tabuena and Macario Pauses of Possibility opens to life and times and, arguably, one Ramirez and Claro Ramirez. Vitalis. the public on February 20 and Araw ng Pasasalamat of the biggest and most impor- Indeed, even art lost in rubble Archival materials from the runs until June 17, 2017. By Ana Junio tant Filipiniana special collec- finds a way of resurfacing for audi- institution’s Rizaliana collection The Lopez Museum is at the “MY father, Eugenio Lopez Jr., tions in the country. ences to engage with. Who knows, will be on display alongside ground floor, Benpres Building, has always believed that public The demise of Vicente a new iteration of the Manansala works by Juan Luna and Felix Exchange Road corner Meralco service is the only reason of our Manansala’s mural—a distinct mural might turn up yet again Resurreccion Hidalgo. Tak- Avenue, City. Museum existence. Profit alone is not a marker of the Lancaster build- to usher in another phase in the ing the museum’s collection of days and hours are Mondays to KCFI president Rina Lopez-Bautista (2nd from left), with Raphael Lopez of Healthy Energy Initiative and Datu Samuel reason to exist. If we can serve ing—was a somber but fitting colorful history of the museum in works by Nena Saguil, the ex- Saturdays, except holidays, 8 Asicam of MAFI, takes a question from moderator Dario Pagcaliwagan of LGFI people, then our growth and close to an important era in the the next few years—as if it never hibition further looks into the a.m.-5 p.m. Avail of unlimited success will follow. If we take Lopez Museum’s history. left the Lopezes. tendency to locate a connection access to exhibitions and library When the decision to leave between the life of the artists resources by signing up for the care of our customers, then they Eugenio Lopez Sr. welcomes Leonila Garcia, Pasay was imminent in the mid- and the works they create. Lopez Museum membership pro- will take care of us.” Esperanza Osmeña and Trinidad Roxas to the Translating Lopez-Bautista talks These were the words of ‘80s, keeping it intact and even Pauses of Possibility’s inadver- gram. Members can borrow books inauguration of the Lopez Museum in 1960; at right is ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapami- a section of the lost Vicente Manansala mural bringing it to the new location silence and tent challenge for the viewer is from the lending section and get ALKFI chairman Eugenio Lopez III (3rd from left) hands lya Inc. (ALKFI) chairman in Benpres Building were seri- to resist the demand for instant discounts on lectures, workshops a certificate of appreciation to fashion designer Rocky memory Eugenio Lopez III during the ously considered. However, the The museum ushers in its 2017 gratification that comes from and services for only P1,500. about martial law, Gathercole as 163 program director Jing cracks, escaping the gratification mural was destined to be an exhibition calendar with Pauses inaugural Araw ng Pasasalamat Castañeda and ALKFI managing director Susan Afan look on held at the Theater in The lost of being seen, let alone being ephemeral work of art and was of Possibility. ABS-CBN. Manansala cited and further scrutinized. eventually destroyed with the The upcoming exhibition education in summit IN 2012, the Gallery of Lost This issue of conservation rest of the building. presents pieces birthed from By Niña de Sagun Around 150 donors, vol- managing director Susan Afan Marrakesh, Morocco for the unteers and partners gathered said. meeting of the Parties to the Art was opened to the public of artworks is especially true In 2010, with an open call personal narratives or moments KNOWLEDGE Channel “This is actually integral in tant role in the sustainability of together to witness a live pre- The achievements of the three Paris Agreement on Climate through a Tate-sanctioned mi- in the context of murals that made by the museum and the of quiet, amplified and trans- Foundation Inc. president and the sustainability of our com- the country and its people. sentation of the foundation’s major programs of ALKFI were Change, delivered an inspiring crosite (http://galleryoflostart. have pervaded the walls and museum consortium Zero lated into large-scale works and executive director Rina Lopez- panies and as a people,” she “The choices we make and accomplishments. The Araw presented by its program direc- message for all the donors, vol- com/). An online exhibition, it halls of important sites and In, a loose artist group called tangible sculptural pieces. Bautista delivered a talk during noted. the actions we take or do not ng Pasasalamat was staged to tors—Jing Castañeda of Bantay unteers and partners. was an ode to the loss of some structures—from government Plataporma (Merv Espina, Marina Cruz, Kara de Dios, the 2016 Learning Synergy Sum- Lopez-Bautista also shared take as a people determine our acknowledge the trust and gen- Bata 163, Jen Santos of Bantay “From my deepest heart of the world’s most significant offices, theaters, hospitals, ho- Buen Calubayan and Lauren Elaine Navas and Pam Yan mit held at the Rockwell Business her family’s experience during future,” she added. erous support of the donors and Kalikasan and Jun Dungo of Op- of hearts, I want to thank modern and contemporary art. tels and other public spaces that Villarama) enacted a series of Santos create memory stills and Center in Ortigas. The event was martial law in light of the issue Other speakers joining Lo- partners that is the main driv- eration Sagip (formerly known as you for all the support and all In the Philippines, with the enjoyed a considerable amount projects that sought to rethink fragments of introspection. attended by more than a hundred of Marcos’ burial at Libingan pez-Bautista in the afternoon ing force of the successes of the Sagip Kapamilya). Chief finance the love that you have given problematics of space, funding of foot traffic. the geographic and institutional Pauses of Possibility brings to employees under the different ng mga Bayani in November. plenary block included Raphael foundation’s causes. officer Noemi Samson expressed the ABS-CBN Lingkod and pragmatic limitations of As the Lopez Museum history of the Lopez Museum. light works that arrest moments companies of the Lopez Group. “I do not wish on any fam- Lopez of Healthy Energy Ini- “…To you, our dear part- gratitude to sponsors who sup- Kapamilya all these years,” documentation and archiving, treads into its 57th year this One of their projects was an at- of seemingly mundane events, (Left) Wrought Iron 2 by Elaine Navas (Julius Babao collection); (Right) Big In her session entitled “A ily what we went through,” she tiative and Datu Samuel Asicam ners in public service, this is ported the important causes of she said. Lopez pioneered more than a handful of works February, we look back at one of tempt to retrace the lost mural confronting the audience with Heart by Marina Cruz (artist’s collection) Sustainable Future through said. “We were the biggest los- of Mount Apo Foundation Inc. our gesture of sincere appre- the foundation in general. the foundation’s programs of art have fallen between the the lost key pieces that ushered based on an archival photo. The their own interpretations. Education,” Lopez-Bautista ers financially. But that is not to The keynote message was ciation for your support in our Environment Sec. Gina and ensured its sustainability By Dulce Festin-Baybay shared the link between sus- say that others suffered less.” delivered by Sec. Gina Lopez Lingkod Kapamilya programs,” Lopez, who was at the time in through the years. The New Values Vanguards tainability in education and the According to Lopez-Bau- of the Department of Environ- importance of values. tista, education plays an impor- ment and Natural Resources. Bantay Bata 163 officer sits as APAC deputy rep Meet ELJ’s eldest granddaughter SHEILA Estabillo of Bantay As deputy regional repre- CHI is a global network EDC is top PH company admired by int’l CSR pros Bata 163 was elected as the new sentative, Estabillo will support that supports the creation and Sarah Weston: Giving back through Kabbalah deputy regional representa- the CHI regional representative strengthening of national toll- CSR Asia Weekly, a publication “In many ways the result are really operationalizing the and her husband Marcus is di- There is a Kabbalah Centre ship, to support and empower unpopular decisions and per- How can you add genuine tive for the Asia Pacific region and the regional programme free child helplines worldwide. distributed in the Asia Pacific of this exercise is no surprise. concept still varies signifi- rector of the Kabbalah Centre Philippines in . (Sources: its underprivileged communi- sonal discomfort. That no mat- value? If all of us are able to and concurrently appointed manager by facilitating regional It has 181 member organiza- region, ranked Energy Devel- These companies are commu- cantly. London. Philippine Daily Inquirer, kab- ties, to lift the consciousness ter how the world might have identify our unique talents and as a member of the reinstated advocacy activities as a member tions in 139 countries. Cu- opment Corporation (EDC) nicating their sustainability ef- “For some, sustainability In a newspaper interview, balah.com) of all people in my country, has wronged him, my grandfather stand united in the conscious- Advocacy Task Force for Child of the Advocacy Task Force. She mulatively, the organizations first in the Philippines and no. forts and consistently score well is at the heart of its business Sarah described how she en- become my unique way, with all never held a grudge. He was a ness of giving, we can create Helpline International (CHI) will also preside in instances belonging to CHI receive over 6 in Asia Pacific among com- in sustainability rankings,” CSR strategy and is considered in all joyed Tuesday night dinners Can you share something of the education tools of Kabbal- true creator. something that will stand for during the 8th International when the regional representa- 14 million reports a year from panies that corporate social Asia said in its report. decisions and it sits on top of its with her grandfather and the your educational background ah, to give back and contribute. Stepping into those shoes generations. CHI Consultation in Thailand tive to the supervisory board is children and young people in responsibility (CSR) profes- “We know that sustainabil- list. However, for many, social THIS month, LopezLink be- strong Lopez family ties. and whatever training you Kabbalah became a study would dwarf most people. My Money holds great respon- in November. The convention not able to attend the meeting need of care and protection. sionals admire. ity is recognized as an impor- and environmental issues are gins the series entitled “The She graduated from Inter- have undertaken? path that, for me, totally em- father is the only man I know sibility, but within purpose was cohosted by CHI and or leaves his/her own organiza- Bantay Bata 163 is a full The result was culled from tant part of many businesses, simply an add-on to business as New Values Vanguards.” The national School then studied I remember always study- bodies my family’s values—per- who could have surpassed even lies true power. Our capacity Childline Thailand. tion. member of the network. CHI’s a survey conducted among 500 the extent to which companies usual,” the report added. objective of this series is in political science at Williams ing hard to be at the top of my sonal responsibility, community my grandfather’s expectations. to build our purpose together, full members play an active and CSR managers, consultants line with the concept of how College in , class and sought out the most consciousness and global lead- A man of total responsibility, unified for the Filipino, excites vital role in determining much and NGO professionals by the Lopez companies are “hoping to work in the United selective universities, eventually ership. growing and learning from and inspires me. egy—were presented by DTT and Estabillo expressed their Liboro encouraged nomina- of the long-term strategic di- CSR Asia, one of the leading WINNERS... built to last—and how it will Nations. Instead, she ended majoring in political science at To have built one of the every challenge. A true pa- I feel this is the delicate head Chinky Alcedo with personal gratitude for their tors to “keep trying and keep rection through the work done providers of research, training from page 5 be done starts with knowing up on Wall Street working Williams College. After tasting most successful groups in the triarch with the broadest of fabric we wear that our fore- DTT Marketing head Sharon awards. They also shared their up the good work.” by and advice received from the and advisory services on sus- the successors of the current for ING Barings, ABN Amro a career in investment banking world, crafting a spiritual unity shoulders to work incessantly fathers have spent generations Tanganco, creative manager award with their respective “We will do our best to regional and deputy representa- tainable business practices in a segment of “Salamat Dok.” To- third generation who may or and Burlington Capital Mar- in New York, I felt my aspira- within the most diverse of for his country without losing building. And weave it stron- Ma. Regina Amigo and Digi- teams and bosses as well as make sure that those who tives on the supervisory board Asia. gether with ABS-CBN’s doctors may not lead the Lopez com- ket. Despite her earnings as tions, to affect positive change peoples, I’m sure owes much the intimacy and sensitivity for ger we must. tal Media Services head Den- with the hardworking, dedi- deserve to be recognized as and the working groups and According to the published and partners, they started visiting panies in the future. Who are a licensed trader, she became in the world, were better placed to my family culture, business individuals and most of all, us, And if you feel a little lost nis Lim, respectively. cated and passionate employ- winners are so recognized, task forces convened by CHI. report, EDC, a new entry on the the homes of very sick and poor the fourth generation? How restless and disillusioned by in education and empower- excellence and education. his family. or daunted, you can always get With ABS-CBN now ees of the Lopez Group. but also that all the other list of outstanding companies Filipinos in 2015 in addition to were they brought up? Are society’s intense materialism.” ment. Hence my current path Who among your family el- Seeing firsthand how my some advice from your spiri- lording it over the country’s LAA program manager nominees feel that they are doing sustainable CSR work, serving as many as 200 walk-in their values in sync with their Feeling empty, she started as a teacher and leader within ders has influenced you the grandfather and father have tual older cousin. ;) digital space, the sharing of Ross Hamo presided over the special.” BAYAN Academy offers the was given a thumbs-up for pro- patients on the show. elders? questioning life and later joined the Kabbalah Centre. most? sculpted their lives, to this day, Any other words of wisdom best practices, titled “The soft launch of the 2017 LAA. Liboro added that the grams they have implemented The Business Management following certificate training The series debuts with the Kabbalah which is not a What Lopez Values would you I’ve been most starkly influ- gives me strength to forge my that you’d like to share? Digital Imperatives” by DMD He urged the attendees to help LAA team looked forward to that seek to improve the lives of category winners—Changing courses this month: the eldest fourth-generation religion but “provides a set of say you are practicing? enced by my father and grand- own path, to further their work My father often tells me head Donald Lim understand- replicate best practices in Lo- receiving a lot more nomina- February 9-10: the people and protection of the the Landscape of Philippine Project Lopez—Sarah Nicole “Nikki” spiritual laws that apply to ev- My family exemplifies the father. in my unique way. that we don’t run our com- ably had the attendees listen- pez Group companies and aid tions in 2017, even as the 2016 environment. with the Launch Planning and Management Lopez, 39, popularly known ery soul regardless of religion, thought “What can I do for As a child, my father would What advice would you give panies like regular private ing in rapt attention. in identifying and nominating LAA cycle registered a record February 23-24: Apart from being a global of ABS-CBN TVplus, OT- Whole as Sarah Weston. She is the sexuality or nationality. It also my country?” and I feel this tell bedtime stories of my your younger cousins regard- companies. They are run more Unsung Heroes achievers to the 2017 LAA number of entries. diversified renewable power WOL ACHIEVED!: The 360 Brain Approach to Cus- eldest daughter of ABS-CBN teaches how to be less egoistic, responsibility running through grandfather’s fight for freedom. ing how to live up to the Lo- like public companies—to use as well as the Unsung Heroes Alexa Cancio of EDC and company, EDC’s health, educa- Multi-Platform Synergy of On After Unsung Heroes tomer Service chairman Eugenio Lopez III to appreciate one’s blessings, to my veins. Of how he risked everything pez Values so that the compa- what we have to benefit others’ category. Hazel Velasco of First Philip- tion, livelihood and environment the Wings of Love and Profit Zaldy Naguit, Sheila Estabillo, For rates, call 426-3140. and eldest granddaughter of show care and honor another To pioneer study groups, for all he loved and believed nies can be built to last? lives. This consciousness, the In his closing remarks, pine Holdings Corporation or “HELEn” program has been with Every Play: ABS-CBN’s Mercy Servida and Angge Bayan Academy reserves the Eugenio Lopez Jr. (ELJ). She person’s dignity—changing the to positively influence the in. That to do what is right Be busy with what can you blessing of prioritizing others, recognized countless times for Lee were introduced, Naguit program director Benjamin K. were the summit hosts. YouTube Monetization Strat- right to change course dates. is a senior Kabbalah teacher world one person at a time.” country’s values-based leader- embraces the strength to make give. How can you contribute? is what draws abundance. its success and sustainability. 10 Lopezlink February 2017 Lifelong Wellness Interactive Lopezlink February 2017 11 Sudoku Larga Na! Text and photos by Gerbs de Castro Asian Eye adds two new Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, column at kahon. sitesBy Charizze Henson to its clinic network Paete in the sky TO know the different types of It was proclaimed “the Carv- ASIAN Eye Institute opens and residents in mountains in the Philippines, I ing Capital of the Philippines” in two new clinics in the first the heart of the went to the Pinoymountaineer. 2005 by Pres. Arroyo. quarter of 2017. central business com website and browsed those As the rain weakened, we real- The new branches are housed district, it of- that were located in , fil- ized that if we did the one-hour under its sub-brands EyeSite by fers refraction, tering out only the easy ones. climb to Tatlong Krus, safety Hikers and bikers descend Asian Eye Institute and Asian optical products After consulting some of my might be an issue due to some Eye Vision Center. EyeSite is like eyeglasses, friends, we chose to visit the Tat- slippery portions along the trail Text and photos by located at the Oasis Commercial contact lenses long Krus pilgrimage site at the top and the possibility of another on La Mesa for WTT Gerbs de Castro Center inside First Philippine and sports eye- of Mt. Humarap in Paete, . downpour. Due to this, we went Industrial Park (FPIP), , wear, and EyeS- According to Pinoymountain- to Plan B, which was to rent a SOME 500 Lopez Group em- while Asian Eye Vision Center is can. EyeScan is eer.com and other travel blogs, tricycle that would take us all ployees, with their family mem- at Legaspi Towers 200, Makati. a prescreening the trek would take an hour or the way up to the site. Since we as seen from Mt. Humarap, which bers and friends, turned out for the A short distance from our lunch Third EyeSite service that can detect if a pa- He added: “Right now, we are less from the jump-off point in did not plan to trek the downhill is a part of the Sierra Madre. Lopez Group HR Council-Lopez venue was Kape Kesada Art Gallery. Asian Eye partnered with tient has signs of a potentially focused on discovering new sites Brgy. Ilaya Norte. route, we told the driver to wait We went back to the tricycle Lifelong Wellness Walk the Talk It was a house made from salvaged St. Frances Cabrini Medical blinding eye disease such as where quality eye care services are Tanay-bound vans are parked at for us for the return trip to Paete. and paid the driver for the two- (WTT) held at La Mesa Nature parts of old houses, the brainchild of Center to launch the third site cataract, glaucoma and retinal needed and on putting together a the Mayflower Plaza along United After a 30-minute ride, we way trip back to the town. But Reserve, Quezon City in January. a patron of Paete’s budding artists, of EyeSite. It offers eye care and corneal diseases. EyeScan medical team to serve in our up- St. in Pasig. Jeepneys going to stopped at the drop-off zone for before continuing downhill, we For this ABS-CBN- and Dr. Nilo Valdecantos. It is an exhibit services to the employees of is only available at select Asian coming facilities. We are happy Tanay are also present in the area. those who bring vehicles; the trek stopped at a viewpoint area for venue for Paete artists, mostly paint- SKY-sponsored WTT, the com-  the different companies inside Eye branches and its partners. we have partners who share the Very Easy Arriving at the Tanay mar- to Tatlong Krus took us around more picture taking. ers and sculptors. By the way, they mittee introduced a biking fea-  Easy FPIP and to visitors of the Oa- Reaching out same goals as ours of providing ket at 8 a.m., we rode a jeepney 10 minutes. We alighted at Paete Church, serve only coffee—that’s it! ture and invited bikers to join the  Medium sis Commercial Center. Asian Eye vice president quality, affordable and accessible to Siniloan. From Siniloan, we There are cottages for rent in also known as St. James the Apostle event. Separate trails were created  Hard Paete may not be one of the EyeSite is a one-stop eye care and general manager Alwin healthcare for everyone.” rode another jeepney bound for the area. As you move a bit fur- Church. Statues and busts of famous to cater to the two groups of par- most popular places among travel center and optical shop that Sta. Rosa said: “To date, we’ve At present, Asian Eye has Paete. Amidst a heavy downpour, ther, in front of you are the fa- Paete citizens can be found near the ticipants—6 km. for the walkers enthusiasts since it barely hogs the aims to provide patients with already served over 140,000 lo- eight clinics in its network— we alighted at C.M. Recto St. in mous three crosses. There is also church and the police station. and 9 km. for the bikers. columns of travel magazines and quality eye care, treatment and cal and foreign patients, but we Rockwell Center and Legaspi Answer to DEC.-JAN. puzzle Paete at 10 a.m. a cemented altar for celebrating Since it was already 1:30 p.m., Jonathan Cruz of SKY deliv- posters, but it also pays to discover surgery at affordable rates. also recognize the need to ex- Towers 200 in Makati, Tri- Solution, tips and The town has a reputation mass during special occasions. it was time to eat lunch. We en- ered the invocation to kick off the “hidden” places in Luzon—new Primary eye care pand to different areas to reach Noma and UP Town Center in computer program for its craftsmen highly skilled A few steps from the crosses, we tered a very simple 24-hour dine- the walk. sights, new cultures, new learnings Asian Eye Vision Center at out to more Filipinos. There are Quezon City, SM Mall of Asia available at in wood carving and embellish- had a breathtaking view of Paete, in restaurant called Capati Kai- beckon. (Excerpted from http://lar- Emcee Dimpy Jazmines of www.sudoku.com Legaspi Towers 200 is the of- over 500,000 Filipinos who are in Pasay and Commercenter ment. Laguna de Bay and Mt. Sembrano nan along Quesada St. SKY also welcomed the partici- ga-bista.blogspot.com) Clockwise from top: Participants with wheels get their very own trail in La ficial eye care provider of the visually impaired, and most of in City. pants to the first WTT of the Mesa; HR Council chief Cedie Lopez Vargas with Atty. Allan Barcena of EDC; multispecialty clinic Health- their eye conditions can be pre- EyeSite now has one clinic in year, while Charles Bautista of Team INAEC strengthens ties at the walk; Cupcake treats for the birthday First. Focused on providing vented. This is one way we are Fairview, Quezon City and two their characters Popoy 2009 Aswang,” is produced under win as box office king and of the MMFF, earning more ABS-CBN led the recitation of MILESTONES... celebrators primary eye care to employees helping reduce this number.” in Sto. Tomas, Batangas. from page 6 and Basha in “One More “,” the the Skylight banner queen. Lamasan and writer than P500 million. Deramas the Lopez Credo and Values. • Chance,” makes a major sequel to “A Very Special The Vice Ganda-Deramas Raymundo are declared wins as most popular The birthday celebrators for the • “Feng Shui” starring Kris mark in the movie industry. Love,” earns P200 million at tandem produces two big most popular screenwriters director and writer for his month of January were recognized, Special Feature • Aquino and directed by The film becomes the the box office comedy hits in “This Guy’s Kathryn Bernardo and last film (the director passed after which the stretching and ex- • Roño breaks box office highest grosser of the year Lamasan returns to the big In Love with U Mare” and Daniel Padilla achieve box- away in early 2016) ercise portion got under way with • records for a (P160 million) and Garcia- screen via “In My Life” star- “Sisterakas” office star status with the “Crazy Beautiful You,” Jane Antonio from Gold’s Gym. 2005 • Molina is declared as box ring Vilma Santos and Cruz “The Mistress” starring Cruz Garcia-Molina film“She’s “You’re My Boss” and “The The event proper was pre- • February faves • The film office director and the love • The Dyogi film“And I Love and Alonzo is the biggest Dating the Gangster,” which Love Affair” each earn ceded by a safety briefing from ‘My Ex & Whys’ mugs, P180 each “D’Anothers” starring Vhong team as box office king You So” starring Alonzo is adult drama hit of the year. earns P250 million over P200 million from August Villalon of Energy De- Vo.Temm Living Box. CELEBRATE Valentine’s Day 2017 the Kapamilya Teleserye teddy bear, P495 Navarro and and queen. Also, Carmi the first Star Cinema movie Cruz and Alonzo are declared Star Music and MOR 101.9 their combined local and velopment Corporation’s Disas- Includes 3 Vo.Temm way with The ABS-CBN Store and O Shopping! • Sweet somethings is a big hit Raymundo and Vanessa not to screen in SM cinemas. box office king and queen join AFPI under the Star international grosses ter Preparedness and Response Living Boxes plus 1 box The OFW drama “Dubai” Valdez become certified The film goes on to gross P90 again. Director Lamasan and Creatives family 2016 Unit and Alfred Go from SKY’s free Want reminders of your couch potato moments • starring Muhlach, Barretto box-office screenwriters million despite the limited writer Valdez are awarded 2015 The reunion of Vice Emergency Response team. with your sweetheart? Up the kilig factor with cud- ‘My Ex & Whys’ • and Cruz is the other box “Ang Cute ng Ina Mo” and release. This result leads SM most popular screenwriters and Liza Ganda and Martin under Also for the first time, the WTT dly teleserye teddy bears and chocolate bars. And, couple shirts, Teleserye chocolate bar • • office winner of the year “Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo,” the to improve business relations 2013 Soberano are launched as a the direction of Bernal, introduced the BMI or body mass after catching Star Cinema’s Valentine offering, P350 each 2006 “My Ex & Whys” starring Enrique Gil and Liza sequel to KKK, are comedy with Star Cinema, ensuring • The third Cruz-Geronimo movie love team in “Just the “Super Parental Guardians,” index monitoring of participants. The Aquino and Barretto Soberano at the cinema, complete your experience • blockbuster hits more accurate and transpar- movie “It Takes a Man and a Way You Are.” This film and becomes the highest-gross- In addition, survey forms to assist starrer “” becomes the with “My Ex & Whys” couple shirts, mugs and body • The other big drama, ent sales reporting from the Woman” makes a remarkable their second film for 2015, ing local movie of all time. in the continuous improvement of first Philippine movie to hit pillows. Score these gifts at www.abs-cbnstore.com or “A Love Story” starring theater chain comeback to the big screen “Every Day I Love You,” The film earns P557 million the monthly wellness undertaking the P200-million mark 2010 visit The ABS-CBN Store, ELJ Building, Mother Ig- Muhlach, • Vice Ganda’s “Girl, Boy, both earn over P100 million at the local box office were handed out. Star Cinema returns to the nacia St. (Pia de Leon) • and • Star Cinema’s first animated Bakla, Tomboy” becomes the • Theodore Boborol makes his • “Barcelona: A Love Untold” O-some! MMFF via “Kasal, Kasali, and directed by Maryo J. movie, “RPG: Metanoia,” first MMFF entry to reach directorial debut via “Just the (starring Bernardo and Pa- Sports & Kasalo.” Malou Santos Your favorite travel buddy or home chef (or your delos Reyes, earns P150 premieres during the the P400-million mark Way You Are” dilla, written by Raymundo Wellness calendar publicly declares during the million and critical praise “On the Job” starring Pascual “A Second Chance,” the sequel and directed by Lamasan) FEBRUARY favorite person, period!) will love any of these gems MMFF • • awards night that it should 2008 2011 is Star Cinema’s first action to “One More Chance,” earns earns P300 million from 12: Love Locks Run, from O Shopping. 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