SBMA Chairperson and Administrator Wilma T. Eisma takes her oath of office before Deputy Executive Secretary Menardo Guevarra in Malacañang Palace on Tuesday, September 26,2017. page 18 LEARN MORE THE VOICE OF THE BUSINESS COMMUNIITY 2 One Problem at a time Like the changing of seasons, we have seen leaders come and go. We have experienced many fulfilled President Duterte finally stepped in and solved the promises as well as those which have been broken – recent leadership row in SBMA between its two leaders. whether intentional or not. Going back in June of this year, the Chamber – through its board of directors sent a letter to the House of The fact that many of us who have been here since the Representatives and the Office of the President asking early days of SBMA are still here is living proof that the both to intervene on the issue of SBMA Leadership and locators have always been a constant factor in this appoint only one person for the position of SBMA equation we call the Subic Bay Freeport Zone. Chairman and Administrator. The locators simply Subic locators are resilient, persistent, and hopeful. wanted a reasonable and fair end to the issue and Also, we are great problem-solvers. But the balance and because the very history of the Freeport would prove harmony of Subic Bay as one of the best Freeport in the that the Subic locators can work with any official who is region doesn’t solely rely on brilliant minds; it also duly appointed by the President as long as his or her depends on the cooperation between the government policies will not, in any way hinder the normal conduct and the stakeholders. of businesses inside the Freeport Zone. The Subic Bay Freeport Chamber of Commerce (SBFCC) The problem was recently solved by the timely and its locator-members are very confident that Atty. appointment of Atty. Wilma “Amy” Eisma as SBMA Eisma is more than capable of handling the positions Chairperson and Administrator. Now, we only have one given to her by the President and we expect many great person driving SBMA, one person to go to for all things from her term as the head of the SBMA. This concerns and one person for accountability. But that’s immense trust is both a compliment and a heavy just one problem solved. We still have other challenges burden on Atty. Eisma’s shoulder. Being the Chamber in front of us and new challenges will surely come. and the voice of the business community of course, we We have to remember that problems are not stop signs, are here to support her endeavours that will improve they are guides in the road ahead and leadership is not the business environment of Subic and within the same just about problem solving, it is also about keeping breadth, we are also here to see that her leadership communication lines open. and policies will be fair to all the stakeholders of the Subic Bay Freeport Zone and to call her attention if ever The locators are confident that the new SBMA leader issues and concerns rise from these policies and direc- has great plans for the Freeport but these plans are not tives. without any problems and resistance from the In closing, let me just share a few words from John Fos- stakeholders. The Chamber is here to make sure that ter Dulles Former US Secretary of State who once said: the channel of communication between SBMA and the locators will remain open to ensure that all "The measure of success is not circumstances and instances will be greatly considered whether you have a tough problem to in their decision making. Our hope is that the SBMA will deal with, but whether it is the face these challenges; one problem at a time, with same problem you had last year." great and careful consideration of the investors who simply want to do business or continue to do business We are very hopeful that all the challenges and in Subic Bay. The locators and stakeholders, especially problems ahead will be solved not only by the new those who have been here for a long time have been SBMA Chairperson and Administrator but by everyone witnesses to the arrivals and departures of Chairmen who is willing to cooperate and lend a helping hand. and Administrators over time. And of course we will solve them, one problem at a time. 3 4 5 6 SBFCC BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION The official candidates in no particular order It is with great pleasure that we introduce to you our lineup of candidates for the 2018-2019 Board of Directors Election. Out of the ten (10) nominees, eight (8) accepted the challenge and responsibilities of being SBFCC Director. The three (3) candidates with the highest votes will join the four retained candidates for the next year and shall represent your companies in the business sector. So, please VOTE WISELY! TECHNICAL and VOCATIONAL EDUCATION & TRAINING (TVET) /SKILLS MAPPING Subic Chamber will be conducting a survey in schools inside and around the Subic Bay area. The survey will focus on the number of graduating students last year and this year, and the number of students per course. The survey will also be conducted on locators including the merchants of Harbor Point. This is needed to have a skills map needed to meet the requirement of the industries. Photo by: www.interviewing.com 7 INVESTIGATION DIVISION LAW ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENT, SBMA CRIME STATISTICS FOR THE PERIOD OF JAN-OCT 2017 CASE FILED IN STOLEN BREAK- MURDER / BUKAS UNAUTHORIZED COURT/ MONTHS THEFT ROBBERY ELECT PENDING INS HOMICIDE KOTSE FISHING SETTLED/ WIRES SOLVED JAN 1 5 1 0 0 1 1 2 7 FEB 0 6 0 0 0 2 0 2 6 MAR 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 APR 1 3 0 0 0 0 2 1 5 MAY 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 JUNE 0 2 0 0 0 1 1 1 3 JULY 1 3 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 AUG 1 6 0 0 0 1 1 2 7 SEPT 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 OCT 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 TOTAL 4 30 2 0 0 6 6 10 39 Case Solved 39 Pending 10 Crime Volume 49 Crime Solution Efficiency 80% CRIME STATISTICS FOR THE PERIOD OF JANUARY - OCTOBER 2017 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEPT OCT BREAK-INS THEFT ROBBERY STOLEN ELECT WIRES MURDER / HOMICIDE BUKAS KOTSE UNAUTHORIZED FISHING 8 The search for the ten most SBFCC represented by President Emeritus Danny Piano was given a Certificate of Recognition as one of the pillars outstanding sbma law enforcers and respected political leaders of the Central Luzon Region by the PNP Regional Director, NCRPO General and fire fighters Oscar Albayalde and Senior Supt. Gen Amador Corpuz. • winners will receive trophy, gift certificates from local chamber members • all locators and residents may nominate COPPC induction and • open to all sbma law enforcers and fire officers having a minimum of one year service oath taking: A success • nominations run Sept. 11 – November 30, 2017 • interviews/judging (tba) On September 29, 2017, the Camp Olivas PNP Press • awarding is at State of the Freeport Address Corps (COPPC) had the induction and oath taking of its • sbfcc/sbma joint board of 5 judges new set of officers and members at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center of the Subic Bay CRITERIA ALLOTED POINTS Freeport Zone. Excellent community service 25 The COPC officers inducted were: Franco G. Regala of the Manila Bulletin, President; Patrick Roxas of the Excellent performance in a project or 25 Manila Times, Vice President; Freddie C. Velez of Manila Bulletin, Secretary; Bernardino Talao of Police Recognition of exceptional leadership 30 Files Tonight, Treasurer; Alex Galang, Pilipino Star Ngayon, Auditor, and Bebot Sison, Jr., Philippine Personal dedication and commitment 5 Star, Chairman of the Board of Directors. Other members of the COPPC Board of Directors are: Commitment to the Freeport’s culture 5 Jason de Asis, TV5/PNA Aurora; Rommel Ramos, GMA7 Bulacan; Ernie Esconde, Manila Times/PNA Bataan; Sheen Crisologo, Manila Bulletin Nueva Ecija; Glen Development of innovative ideas/ 5 Sembrano, GNN44 Pampanga; Joy Franklin Gonzales, 96.1 DWXT FM Tarlac; Richie Manalansan, News Line CL Zambales and Dante Salvana, News Line CL/iOrbit Initiative and appearance 5 News. TOTAL 100 9 SBFCC HOLDS ITS 12TH ANNUAL BLOOD DRIVE UBIC BAY FREEPORT ZONE— 91 out of 132 S registered participants are declared heroes now by successfully donating blood during the 12th Annual Blood Drive 2017 which happened last Oct. 20, 2017 in Ayala Malls Harbor Point. Blood Drive 2017 was conducted by The Subic Bay Freeport Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Philippine Red Cross Olongapo Chapter and Ayala Malls Harbor Point. The SBFCC has been awarded a testimonial plaque in recognition to its outstanding support and invaluable assistance to the Philippine Red Cross. The plaque was given to Miss Rose President Rose B. Baldeo of The Subic Bay Freeport Chamber of Commerce Baldeo, president of the Subic Bay Freeport receiving the Testimonial Plaque from Director Rexy Cruz of Philippine Red Cross Chamber of Commerce. Olongapo Chapter This yearly event promotes voluntary blood donation without compensation. It aims to raise awareness to individuals that they can save lives by donating blood— and benefit from it as well. The blood donations collected will be made available to the Philippine Red Cross – Olongapo City Chapter since shortages are normally experienced before and during the last quarter of the year before the holidays.