April 2007
Star maker WONDERING how to strike a happy balance between Hinintay, Basta’t Kasama Kita, Hiram, Gulong ng Palad, harried mothers on one hand and hyperactive kids on the Sa Piling Mo, Panday and Pedro Penduko, variety shows other this summer? Why not give Mom a break and entrust ASAP Mania, MTB, comedy for Yes Yes Show Clown in A the little darlings for a few weeks to the ABS-CBN Center A Million, Yachang, reality shows Star in Million, Star Cir- for Communications Arts Inc. (CCAI), or more popularly cle Quest, Pinoy Big Brother and Pinoy Dream Academy, May bago sa amin...p.3 known as WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN. among others. They have conducted training for Studio 23 The Company VJ’s, hosts and sportscasters, pageant contestants, and RNG WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN is the fi rst network-based production staff. Big multi-national companies J&J, P&G, training arm that offers year-round, courses in Performing, Nestle and Unilever and big schools and NGOs have also Broadcast and Media Arts and Self-Development fi elds. tapped them for training. Led by Star Mentor Beverly Vergel and her team, the group Controlling its Destiny provides training to ABS-CBN’s stable of artists, celebri- In the 1970s, ABS-CBN was home to the country’s top ties, TV shows, movie projects, the public, career profes- artists, this distinction the network sought to reclaim in the sionals, business executives, corporate or elite confi dential 1990s after completing much of its post-martial law house- clients, and politicians. cleaning. Kapamilya stars and programs, respected corporate en- “Kapitan: Geny Lopez and the Making of ABS-CBN” tities, have WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN as a common de- author Paul Rodrigo explains “From the fi nancial stand- nominator. Clients and trainings conducted include movie point, it meant that the network was not in control of a hits like Tanging Yaman, Got 2 Believe, Kailangan Kita, soaps Pangako Sa’yo, Darating ang Umaga, Kay Tagal Kang Turn to page 6
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Lopez Group chairman. Chair Oscar M. Lopez gives his remarks on “Giving Back Lopezes seek reconsideration to Society: Business Com- Rockwell’s triple celebration munity Partnership” during A chronology of events the 28th National Conference ROCKWELL Land Corporation workers waved and cheered atop surrounding greenery in accents leled magnificence after a decade of of Employers organized by the elevated the property sector to Joya’s North Tower. and shadows! progressive development. of decision on EPCIB shares WHEN martial law was declared in 1972, Eugenio “Geny” influential Employers Con- stratospheric heights during an The excitement turned up a Padilla led the time-honored Cocktails were served at the Lopez Jr. was arrested by the military. At that time, the former federation of the Philippines event last March 21, 2007. It was notch as the group headed towards ribbon-cutting ceremony with lobby, where guests admired the FIRST Philippine Holdings intimidation, violence or un- my board was replaced after claims can be asserted at all; Meralco Securities Corporation (MSC, now FPHC) controlled (ECOP) held at The Manila an affair to remember as the com- the site of Number One Rockwell. Nancy Padilla, Connie Lopez and brightly-colored murals that show- Corporation (FPHC) ques- due influence. Thus, the court the Lopezes regained control and that the matter of whether 30% of PCI Bank. Hotel. Lopez shared the body pany marked three milestones—the A short blessing was led by Fr. Nene Lichauco. Brothers Oscar and cased latest Rockwell developments, topping off of residential gem Joya Genaro Diwa which was followed Manolo Lopez reminisced about the as well as Rockwell’s glowing tioned the decision of the said FPHC should have chal- of FPHC. The new board took FPHC can still recover the In 1973, Eugenio Lopez Sr. was forced to sign a sale agree- of experiences with communi- Sandiganbayan to dismiss lenged the transaction by May steps to recover the shares, shares involves factual issues ties over generations of the Towers & Lofts, the groundbreak- by the ceremonial lowering of the early beginnings of Rockwell and scale model, a master plan nearing ment allowing the then Ferdinand Marcos-controlled Meralco ing of much anticipated Number time capsule led by Padilla. The marveled at the center’s unparal- completion. (Vienn Tionglico) even before trial its claim to a 24, 1988. FPHC filed the claim including filing the Dec. 28, that could properly be resolved Foundation to take over MSC and its shares in PCI Bank. In Lopez Family and the Lopez Group of Companies before One Rockwell and the inaugura- group was joined by Architect. block of Equitable-PCI Bank about seven months after the 1998 action. only after a trial. 1984, the MSC holdings in PCI Bank were transferred to the tion of the posh new Rockwell Oscar Salvacion of Design Coor- (EPCIB) shares registered in alleged deadline, on December FPHC also countered that Earlier, FPHC had to go hundreds of delegates to the Romualdez-controlled TMEE. conference. Information Center. dinates, Inc., Engineer Jeff Earl of the name of Trans Middle East 28, 1988. it could not have filed the case to the Supreme Court to order After February 1986, the Presidential Commission on Festivities started at 4pm as One Zone Asia (Philippines), Inc., (Phils.) Equities (TMEE). However, the Supreme during the Marcos years due the Sandiganbayan to allow it Good Government (PCGG) sequestered these shares on Rockwell executives, employees Alan Hearn of Davis Langdon & The Sandiganbayan’s Fifth Court has held that if a con- to intimidation, violence or to pursue the case. The San- the allegation that they were part of Romualdez’s ill-gotten and VIP guests were treated to Seah Philippines, Inc., Architect Ar- Division said that the FPHC tract is alleged to be void from undue influence; this was the diganbayan order of dismissal wealth. In 1988, FPHC filed a claim for the PCI Bank shares, a magnificent view as they were len de Guzman of APDG Designs taken up the 46th floor of Joya’s Associates Co., Engineer Wilson lawsuit was filed too late. the beginning, there is no four- case with Meralco and ABS- is seen to further delay the asserting that ownership was wrested from it by force, power, TMEE, which is controlled year prescription period. The CBN, which were seized in prosecution of FPHC’s claim A better bayan South Tower to witness its topping- Sy of Aromin, Sy & Associates, threats and intimidation. by the family of former Leyte action to declare the contract 1973, but claims were filed af- against a wrongful disposses- off ceremony. Lopez Group chair- Inc., Architect David Zaballero of The Supreme Court in 1996 upheld FPHC’s right to inter- man Oscar M. Lopez, Rockwell Arquitectonica, and Architect Jun governor Benjamin “Kokoy” void does not prescribe. ter the 1986 Edsa Revolution. sion of its EPCIB shares. vene in the sequestration proceedings on the shares. In 2003, Land chairman Manuel M. Lopez Rodriguez of Pimentel Rodriguez Romualdez, acquired the shares FPHC asserts that the FPHC stressed that the is- FPHC will file for reconsid- the Sandiganbayan lifted the sequestration of the shares but for a better life and Rockwell president Nestor J. Simbulan & Partners. on May 24, 1984. The Civil contract is void from the be- sue is not whether the judiciary eration with the Sandiganbayan required that the shares be held in escrow until true ownership IN a highly competitive market where con- Padilla led the topping off rites The affair continued with Code gives a four-year period ginning because of the lack of during the Marcos years could or, if necessary, a petition for was determined. sumers are often taken for granted, Bayan with Bel-Air barangay captain the inauguration and blessing The Groundbreaking of Number One Rockwell was led by (from left to to move for the annulment of consent—the approving board render justice to the claims of certiorari before the Supreme In October 2005, there were newspaper reports that Martin Telecommunications differs by focusing Nene Lichauco, Rockwell director of Rockwell’s new Information right) Architect Oscar Salvacion of Design Coordinates, Inc., Engr. Jeff on customer satisfaction. Bayan unveils a a contract on the grounds of was a dummy board. The dum- the Lopezes, but whether the Court. (Nicole Carlos) Romualdez, son of Benjamin, withdrew P138 million repre- Jose Guingona, First Philippine Center which houses the execu- Earl of One Zone Asia (Philippines), Inc., Jay Lopez, Rockwell Land new brand identity signaling their drive to Holdings VP Benjamin Lopez and tive offices and sales and market- senting cash dividends and profit sharing from the disputed President Nestor J. Padilla, Lopez Group of Companies Chairman bring in customer-driven communication Mrs. Maritess Lopez as witnesses. ing. Made largely out of clear-cut Oscar M. Lopez, Barangay Captain Nene Lichauco, Mr. Alan Hearn shares. FPHC filed an urgent motion to require EPCIB (PCI solutions to improve the lives of Filipinos. The crowd gathered with delight, glass, the new Information Center of Davis Langdon & Seah Philippines, Inc., Arch. Arlen de Guzman Bank was acquired by Equitable Bank in 1999) to explain Bayan strives to deliver quality products as the ceremony concluded with a was a sight to behold, as warm of APDG Designs Associates Co. , Engr. Wilson Sy of Aromin, Sy & First Gen eyes more Napocor plants the reported release of dividends when these shares were sup- and services, while keeping them clear and colorful outburst of balloons and lights showed off the tastefully Associates, Inc. ,Arch. David Zaballero of Arquitectonica and Arch. Jun posed to be held in escrow. easily grasped by consumers. confetti, while some construction appointed interiors and bathed the Rodriguez of Pimentel Rodriguez Simbulan & Partners FIRST Gen Corporation ex- As of June 2006, FPHC said that the shares held by TMEE Bayan’s array of communications and data services caters to the busy pressed interest in bidding for represented about 7.13% of EPCIB. and fast-paced lives of Filipinos. With Bayan SPAN, consumers don’t some of the National Power have to miss important calls,(and talk as long they please) because they can bring their landline with them. It’s just one of the few innovative Corp. (Napocor) plants that products that make life better. will be sold by the Power System Control, Call Center of Capturing Bayan Telecommunications’ commitment and thrust is a new Sector Assets and Liabilities Public reminded logo, replacing the old one created 13 years ago. The new logo is a commu- Management Corp. (Psalm), nication bubble inspired by a lava lamp liquid increasing in size. The logo calling it a “now and only signifies the company’s progressive nature and innovativeness. Meralco now ISO certified now” opportunity. on dangers of Along with the logo is a new tagline: “Gaganda pa ang buhay” which “Once the NPC assets are summarizes Bayan’s unique brand promise to the customer. It is the MERALCO’s System Control and control of subtransmission and trol head Clemens Rivera, who Evangelista is the QMR of the sold by Psalm, it will take a long company’s vision to be KAKAIBA – making a difference by bringing Call Center recently received ISO primary distribution facilities. is also the quality management organization, which was assessed time for something like this to illegal connections out the best in the lives of Filipinos. 9001:2000 certifications, joining The recognition was given by representative (QMR). on Feb. 20. BayanTel goes all out to be the consumer champion by delivering reli- the list of organizations in the Certification International Philip- The Call Center certification, These new certifications fol- happen again,” First Gen vice MERALCO encouraged the overloading by early detection able products and services, through honest and responsive employees. The company that have met interna- pines Inc. after assessing the qual- on the other hand, covers the lowed the ISO recognition for the chairman and chief executive public during the observa- and prevention. company does not exist just to make telecommunication technology, but also tionally recognized requirements ity management system of System provision of customer assistance, Corporate Information Office (CIO), officer Peter Garrucho Jr. said. tion of Fire Prevention “The tripping of system to offer communication solutions that Filipinos need to improve their lives. for doing business. Control on February 7 and 14, find- including the management of the first for 2007, which covered the He added that the company has Month in March to be more breakers and the flickering of Additional information about Bayan Telecommunications is avail- System Control’s ISO 9001 ing zero nonconformance against in-house call center operations, design and provision of business ap- always been keen on bidding for able at www.bayantel.com.ph Or contact Freya Santos at 449-2530. certification covers the manage- the requirements of the standard. technical assistance and media plication systems, ICT infrastructure wary of illegal connections lights are some common indi- Napocor’s hydro and geother- ment of planned and forced out- The System Control ISO com- handling. Assistant vice president services and other related services as these can be a major cause cations of overloading. If you mal power plants and a number ages as well as the monitoring and mittee is chaired by System Con- and Call Center head Alexander and solutions. of fires. experience these, immediately of coal-fired plants. According to Engr. Fred consult the problem with a qual- BayanTel: Revolutionizing In particular, the company Ramos, head of Meralco ified electrician. Have your cir- has expressed interest to bid Safety, “illegal connections cuit breakers and fuses checked. Philippine communications for the Ambuklao-Binga hy- ABS-CBN, partners launch ‘Boto mo, I-Patrol Mo’ are very dangerous. These can Also, have your home checked dropower package in northern technology cause overloading that can for grounded electrical lines and ABS-CBN Broadcasting Cor- different? Every Filipino has a Luzon, the Angat hydropower Masinloc coal-fired thermal power plant lead to power interruptions, faulty wiring,” he added. MAJORITY of Filipinos do not think highly of Philippine communica- poration and its technology and cellphone. Through ‘Boto Mo, plant north of Manila, and the media partners launched the I-Patrol Mo’ [we want] ordinary but most importantly, these Elpi Cuna, Meralco vice tions technology and more than 50% think that the state of telecommuni- Palinpinon and Tiwi-Makban has to make up its mind on bid for the facility. First Gen To date, First Gen has suc- “Halalan 2007: Boto Mo, I-Pa- citizens to take the power of the can also cause fires.” president for corporate com- cations is not likely to improve soon, according to an industry survey con- geothermal facilities. Sucat,” Garrucho noted. senior vice president Richard cessfully bid for the 1.6-MW trol Mo” campaign for the May media literally into their own Electrical overloading can munication, noted that observ- ducted among subscribers of different telecommunications companies. “Because the company has First Gen also revived its Tantoco said the company had Agusan hy-dropower plant in 14 elections at Rockwell Center hands and to be able to send be caused by a short circuit, ing precautions and electrical BayanTel aims to change the Filipinos’ dismal outlook and prove that aspirations on gas not just for interest in the 600-megawatt a change of heart, noting that Mindanao and the 112-MW there is hope yet for the Philippine telecommunications industry. in Makati City. that. We will put it to air through by incorrect installation or wiring maintenance is not “We are putting together a huge all of our platforms with ABS- power but for other uses, we Masinloc coal-fired plant conditions during the bidding Pantabangan-Masiway hy- Chief executive consultant Tunde Fafunwa said the company “took the by overwhelming an electri- enough. “Electricity pilferage team that will essentially…try to CBN. It’s global, it’s local, it’s also want to look at the Sucat northwest of Manila after last year were different from dropower complex in northern result of the survey…very seriously,” citing as proof the infrastructure that cal system with too much not only puts our customers supports the BayanTel system. make it clean and fair elections. hugely comprehensive,” she said. plant, but the government first declaring it would not again present conditions. Luzon. ABS-CBN power electricity. In the latest report at risk because of substandard “BayanTel operates one of the most far-reaching fiber-optic We are really pushing technol- by the Bureau of Fire Pro- connections, it is also morally backbones in the country and owns major cable systems in Asia and ogy to work for good governance, On a related note, Ressa said Filipinos should also be vigilant tection (BFP), meanwhile, wrong. The law prohibits it. the transpacific. We put in a lot of investment to our infrastructure to to work for media to be able to hold our government and our and encourage others to go out and Annual illegal electrical connections We encourage our custom- ensure more reliable and stable service,” Fafunwa said. BayanTel is a pioneer in introducing new and useful innovations and citizens accountable,” said Ma- exercise their right to vote. ABS-CBN Publishing gets bigger were found to be among ers to report such cases. ria Ressa, ABS-CBN Integrated “…True people power is stockholders’ the top causes of fires in They can be assured that technologies. It is the first to introduce a customer satisfaction guarantee pro- gram, which promises to show absolute loyalty to the clients by guaranteeing News and Current Affairs chief. really in the hands of ordinary 2006. Partners meetings ABS-CBN Publishing moved ABS-CBN Publishing has It has also found a strong all reports are confiden- stable connections, reliable technical support and transparent service. Filipinos. And it is through the its prepress, circulation and grown from two titles, Guide suit in editorial, design and It has also been re- tial.” The company is looking towards further revolutionizing telecommu- The project launch was led by vote. We must take that seriously May 21: First Holdings, logistics departments to a new Magazine and Metro in 1992, printing services for various ported that among the He added that cus- nications in the country through its latest offering, Span. Blurring the line ABS-CBN chief executive officer ABS-CBN chief executive officer Eugenio Lopez III (third from right) and we want to use the power of Meralco Theater, 3 p.m. office at BayanTel Bldg., 119 to the current of 14 titles, business requirements, such as 2,878 cases of resi- tomers can report cases between cellular phones and mobile phones, a Span phone functions like Eugenio Lopez III, Monico Jacob with top industry leaders at the Halalan ‘07 launch ABS-CBN and all of our plat- forms to get that across to really May 29: Meralco, Meralco Pluto Street, Project 8, Quezon StarStudio (local and inter- special publications, newslet- dential fires in 2006, of illegal connec- a mobile phone as it allows users to move around with greater reach than of STI, Jaime Zobel de Ayala of Globe, Tunde Fafunwa of Bayan- Villa of the Parish Pastoral Council able to move media to the next literally move people to action,” Theater, 9 a.m. half were caused by tions to Meralco’s the conventional cordless landline phone. But unlike mobile phones, City. They may be contacted at national editions), The Buzz, ters and annual reports. Tel, Kevin Belmonte of The Phil- Ressa said. electrical overloads Span allows for unlimited calling at a fixed monthly fee of P749. for Responsible Voting (PPCRV). step. They’re crucial [and] criti- May 31: ABS-CBN, Studio 1, telephone numbers 455-6373, Food, Working Mom, Maxim, ABS-CBN Publishing retains Kuryente Watch ippine Star, Anthony Cabangon of “When you say partners, cal to our coverage,” Ressa said. Aside from the “Boto Mo, I- 8 a.m. 455-2551, 455-3995 and 455- Myx magazine, Pink, Chalk its editorial offices at the fourth and short circuits. hotline at 632- “By combining pioneering communications technologies with quality service, BayanTel is set on revolutionizing telecommunica- Business Mirror, Joel Rocamora of that is really… what it is. We “ABS-CBN will do the normal Patrol Mo” project, the Comelec June 14: Benpres, Meralco 2069; fax number 454-5164, and best-seller Metro and its floor of the ELJ Communications Ramos stressed 8989. (Meralco Institute for Popular Democracy cannot take advantage of tech- things—we will have our quick has signed a partnership with ANC that every homeowner tions in the country and bringing out the best in the lives of every Theater, 8:30 a.m. or at abscbn.prepress@gmail. spin-offs Him, Home, Society, Center at the ABS-CBN com- Corporate Commu- Filipino,” Fafunwa said. (IPD), Prof. Felipe Miranda of nology without Globe, without count, we will have the surveys for the “Forum 2007: The Senato- com. Active, Weddings, and K Mag. pound, Quezon City. (Joseph Uy) can avoid electrical nication) Pulse Asia and Ambassador Tita de BayanTel—they’re going to be afterwards. But what makes this rial Elections” talk show. 4 LOPEZLINK April 2007 LOPEZLINK April 2007 5
PR CHALLENGE couch potato ‘ASAP Live’ Season 2 update Three Lopez Group ‘kapamilyas’ Journalists attend education presents coverage workshop ‘Rock da Vote’ honored at Gold Quill; TMC wins Anvil PRINT and broadcast journal- ists covering the education beat “ROCK da Vote,” the live political com- x ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation, attended the “Education Makes edy theater event that has made hilarious Benpres Holdings Corporation and Meral- News: A Workshop on the Cover- treats fun out of the insanity of every election Bea Bodie Bruce Dionne Gee-Ann Jasmin Kian co were honored by the International age of Education” at the Eugenio year, returns for its newest edition with Association of Business Communicators Lopez Center in Antipolo City on an important new partner: ABS-CBN’s (IABC) at the recent Gold Quill Awards March 17-18, 2007. Landmark debates Sunday variety show “ASAP.” Philippines. The workshop aimed to help “ASAP Live” will be producing the 2007 “The Gold Quill Awards Philippines journalists better understand on ANC’s ‘Forum 2007’ edition of “Rock da Vote,” which will fea- is our way of honoring the achievements the international Education for Watch this year’s senatorial candidates square off on “Forum 2007: The Senatorial ture Jon Santos, Candy Pangilinan, Pooh, of Philippine-based professional com- Sustainable Development (ESD) Elections” on the ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC). It is presented with the Parish John Lapus and special guests Chokoleit Maricris Mickey Nel Robert Saicy Wendy Zeke municators by recognizing excellence in initiative of the United Nations Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPCRV) and in cooperation with the Com- and Tessie Tomas. With family dramas, new Comelec communication. Leading-edge, dynamic, 1 Educational, Scientific and Cul- Maria Ressa, Amb. Preciosa Soliven and mission on Elections (Comelec). 2 Hosted by Ricky Carandang, “Forum 2007” features three hopefuls in every rules and controversial figures making and highly creative communication is ac- tural Organization (Unesco) in Anuje Sirikit knowledged in this challenging program. support of the UN Millennium episode, who will outline their Senate agenda on the relevant topic of the day, and their way into the political arena, expect A Gold Quill separates exemplary work Development Goals and the President’s 10-Point Agenda. The workshop offered a field questions from a panel of experts and from viewers. more cutting-edge political satire from the country’s best stand-up comedians. This Final 14, minus 1 from the mere well done,” IABC Philip- wide range of information to assist media practitioners in writing items on educa- “Forum 2007: The Senatorial Elections” airs every Monday, Wednesday and pines president Cosette Romero said. tional issues for their respective news bureaus. Friday at 6 p.m., with replays at midnight. The program also airs on ABS-CBN at time, however, it’s set to be even bigger, Benpres and Meralco each received a Resource persons included Unesco Bangkok Public Information Specialist 4:15 a.m., and globally on The Filipino Channel (TFC). (Amy Mosura) with ABS-CBN’s trademark polish be- NAGPASYA ang taong bayan at nabuo nina Kian, Bea at Gee-Ann. Noong nomina- Gold Quill Award of Excellence in the Anuje Sirikit; UNESCO National Commission of the Philippines (UNACOM) Sec- hind the entire event. na ang final batch ng “Pinoy Big Brother” tion night naman, siya naman ang nakakuha Publications division for Communication retary-General Amb. Preciosa Soliven; ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs head Santos will trot out his impressions of Season 2 housemates sa pagka-evict ang ng pinakamaraming boto mula sa kanyang Skills. Benpres was honored for group-wide Maria Ressa; Department of Education (DepEd), Technical Education and Skills ‘Sineserye Ate Vi, Kuringning Sanchez and Madam dalawa sa apat na secret housemates mga co-housemates with 12 points. Maaalal- publication LopezLink, and Meralco for its Development Authority (Tesda) and Commission on Higher Education (CHED) of- Melding. Pangilinan will do Presidentita na sina Micah at Jeremy. Kasama sina ang sa unang araw pa lamang ng Evictee No. 2005 Meralco Annual Report. Meralco also ficials; and nongovernment organizations (NGOs) such as the Knowledge Channel, Presents: Palimos Gloring and Miriam Defensive Santiagot. Bodie at Maricris, sila ay namalagi sa na- 1 sa bahay ay may mga nakabanggaan agad bagged separate Awards of Merit in the Seameo-Innotech and Education for Life. Lapus gets under the skin of Madame katagong area ng Bahay ni Kuya ng halos ito dahil sa kanyang kakaibang ugali. 3 4 ng Pag Ibig’ Auring, Tita Cory and Kris. Pooh will, of isang linggo at inasikaso lang nina Zeke at Love team? Samantala, isang love team Multi-Audience Communication division Education Sec. Jesli Lapus graced the opening ceremonies. Organized by UNA- Born to a destitute family, Ditas (Kris- course, get jokes out of Manny Pacman’s Dionne bilang secret task ng mga ito. naman ang nabuo umano sa bahay pag- for the First Gawad Haydee Yorac project and Corporate PR Programs on the Manila 1) ABS-CBN Creative Communications COM, the workshop’s major sponsors included the Lopez Group of companies, tine Hermosa) struggles with the daily political ambitions. Chokoleit shows the Meet the Final 14. Heto ngayon ang lis- katapos matagumpay na makumpleto ang and for the Meralco Museum and Archives. North Tollways Corp. (MNTC), the Public Management Team: director and post ABS-CBN, Benpres, and in part by The Philippine Star. (Marinette Reyes) demands of life. She makes a living by funny side of Sherap Espada and Bro. tahan ng “PBB” Season 2 housemates: Zeke, kanilang secret task mula kay Kuya. Ilang ABS-CBN was recognized for its One Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP) production specialist Paolo Ramos, creative signing her own baby for money, a job Mike. And Tomas revisits her legendary Wendy, Nel, Saicy, Mickey at Gee-Ann ng araw na nagpanggap na may nararamdaman Water Campaign under the Economic, also recognized Tollways Management account duos Jordan Constantino and that didn’t bring her problems until she Danie Sedilla-Cruz and vice president Meldita character and new favorite Mel unang batch; ang half-British na si Robert, para sa isa’t isa sina Zeke at Dionne, paraan Social, and Environmental Development Corporation (TMC) with an Anvil Award of was approached by a well-off couple. Robert Labayen; 2) Benpres team: senior TV news captures at one’s fingertips Sakit Tiyanko. 23; ang chinitang si Bea, 21; ang bad boy upang maitago sa kanilang fellow house- division, and received a Gold Quill Award Merit for Tools of PR-External Publications Rodel (Diether Ocampo) and Fina (Rica Peralejo) are eager to start a family, a manager Carla Paras-Sison, asst. vice “Rock da Vote” will run at the Music na half-Iranian, si Kian, 20; si Jasmin, ang mates ang kanilang misyon. Pero paano ang of Merit for it. and Promotional Collaterals. TELEVISION news have been integrated into Mediabanc Manila Monitoring near impossibility as medical complications make it impossible for the latter to bear president Rosan Cruz and PR coordinator Museum for two consecutive Fridays 22 taong gulang na beauty queen; si Bruce, boyfriend ni Dionne sa Cebu? Mutual ba ang The IABC Gold Quill recognizes The PRSP cited the TMC for its Services Inc.’s News.E-Library site, giving clients access to print clippings and children. Soon, they hear stories about a certain “baby maker,” who turns out to be Lucy Torres; 3) Meralco’s grand slam team and Saturdays. Tomas will be the special 25, na dating UP Maroon; at si Dionne, 21, nararamdaman ng dating mag-partners in the best practices and the highest level Motorist’s Handbook, Gabay Lakbay and pertinent TV news captures. Ditas. Vice President and Director for Corporate guest in the April 13 and 14 shows, while isang media personality sa Cebu. Sila ay crime para sa isa’t isa? Abangan! of achievement by communicators who NLExpress, which serve as handy refer- According to Mediabanc business development manager Hazel Loreto, in addi- Join Kristine Hermosa, Rica Peralejo and Diether Ocampo in this complicated Communication Elpi O. Cuna, APR; Ritzi Chokoleit will be the special guest on sinamahan ng showbiz scion na si Bodie at demonstrate expert application of thought ence materials for motorists that enhance tion to the enhanced accessibility, the pioneering TV News.E-Library feature also love triangle. Desiree del Valle, Carlos Agassi, Enchong Dee, DJ Durano, Susan Af- Villarico Ronquillo, APR; Maite T. Bueno; April 20 and 21. Tickets are available at ang Italyanang cabalen na si Maricris, 26. leadership, technical skills, and sustainable their safety consciousness and orient them boasts of timelier reporting. rica and Eugene Domingo also take on important roles in Sineserye’s first offering. ‘PBB’ schedules Cyrel Lagrimas Garvida; Boy B. Francisco; all TicketWorld outlets and through the Has-been. Unang nagpaalam sa first solutions in their successful programs. on the use of the facilities of the North Edmon C. Pinon; Louie F. Mariano, and; “The news materials are available in the site five hours after broadcast. Thus, TicketWorld hotline 891-9999. eviction night si Jasmin, ang diskarte queen, PBB@ABS-CBN Primetime Mon-Friday: This year’s board of judges numbered Luzon Expressway (NLEX). Ria Erika Q. Alconcel and 4) TMC president the evening news can already be viewed and downloaded early the next morning,” ‘CSI’ Season 6 hits Studio 23 sa Bahay ni Kuya noong March 25. Siya ang 9:35 p.m. after “Maria Flor de Luna”; 45 and was chaired by Charlie Agatep. He Only about 60 of the 178 entries submit- and CEO Anthony Mabasa receives the Loreto said. Season 6 of “CSI: nakakuha ng pinakamababang share ng boto Friday, after “Maalaala Mo Kaya”; Sat- said that the evaluation was based on “quan- ted were awarded by a multi-sectoral board Anvil Award of Merit from Chief Justice However, due to the five-hour time lag, TV captures are usually not reflected in Crime Scene Inves- sa apat na nominees, na kinabibilangan din urday, 9:30 p.m. after “XXX”; Sunday, tifiable and measurable results,” meaning of jurors that included Chief Justice Reynato Reynaldo Puno, chairman of the 42nd the “Today’s Headlines” page; instead, clients can access the TV news by going to tigation” started with 9:30 p.m. after “Sharon” that the communication program helped S. Puno, broadcast journalist Korina Sanchez Anvil Awards Board of Jurors, as TMC vice the “Media Title” link. the CSI Team having “UpLate”: Monday-Friday, 12:30 a.m. achieved to corporate goals and vision. and Dr. Elena Pernia of the UP College of president for traffic operations Nicolas G. Loreto said Mediabanc will provide clients with a monthly CD compilation of to deal with a trailer ‘PBB’ news 24/7! after “Mirada de Mujer” Meanwhile, aside from conferring an Mass Communication. (Carla Paras-Sison, Manalo and community relations manager all captures from TV news programs, while captures from TV feature shows and mysteriously explod- Huwag papahuli sa mga latest na balita sa PBB@Studio 23 Live Streaming Mon-Sat- Anvil Award of Excellence for Institutional Betty Jose) Benigno Valles look on. radio will be turned over every week. ing, killing the two loob ng Bahay ni Kuya. Mag-subscribe na urday: Live Streaming Monday-Friday, occupants. What HR COUNCIL sa daily news update via SMS! I-text lang 11 a.m. after Myx looks like an explo- ang BBNEWS sa 2366. 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With the help the movies of forensic science @ fire safety and the Las Vegas Labor relations in media CSI Team, no crime By Jig Blanco Yan union went through a process of reflection, ac- awareness will be left unsolved—but this case is proving to be particularly tricky. ceptance, analysis and then a reaffirmation of “CSI” stars William Petersen as team leader Gil Grissom, Marg Helgenberger as RESPECT for all employees and the genu- the commitment to take an active role towards THE Corporate Safety Group of SkyCable re- co-team leader Catherine Willows, George Eads as Nick Stokes, Jorja Fox as Sarah Cinema One Original movie ine desire to be of help form the foundation business improvement. cently formed nine fire brigades and emergency Sidle, Gary Dourdan as Warrick Brown and Paul Guilfoyle as Capt. Jim Brass. of ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation’s True to the core value of teamwork, the teams for its offices in Tektite, Mandaluyong, Don’t miss the sixth season of “CSI” every Wednesday at 8:20 p.m. on Studio relationship with its rank and file and super- workforce had realized that the company’s San Juan, Fairview, Sucat and Taguig. 23! to compete in digital film fest visory unions. mission “to be of service to the Filipino Earlier this year, the teams, which are The collective bargaining agreements people” can only be carried out if the busi- composed of seven members each, attended a One exciting Hero TV summer! CINEMA One Originals’ award-winning of tired rebels in waiting, playful soldiers Hero TV ushers in the (CBAs) for cycle 2005-2008 are considered ness was viable; this meant putting the two-day basic lecture series on first aid admin- digital movie, “Huling Balyan ng Buhi” and a troubled balyan (shaman) in an fun summer season with a milestone in ABS-CBN’s management- company’s interest before personal ones. As istration and their responsibilities as emergency (international title “The Woven Stories of ambiguous predicament as they are about six new anime: “ Mirmo the Other”), was screened at the ongoing labor partnership. For the first time, variable Kapitan Geny Lopez once said, “one of the response teams (ERT). Pasig City Fire Depart- to meet in an encounter that will bring to pay linked to productivity was introduced advantages of being successful in business is de Pon Golden,” “Susie 31st Hong Kong International Film Festi- light the questions of transcendence. ment (PCFD) personnel provided the lecture. Typhoon brings out ‘bayanihan’ by management and accepted by the union the opportunity it presents to render public and Marvy,” “Beet the val’s Asian Digital Competition category. Winning awards for Best Picture, spirit among ‘kapamilya’ members. This is a testimony to the collab- service without being in public office.” On the third day, the participants underwent Vandel Buster,” “ Vandread 1st Stage,” “Bastof Lemon” and “Monkey Typhoon.” It will also compete with other finalists Best Director, Best Screenplay and Best orative efforts of kapamilya in addressing Two years later and one year to go before actual training at the compound of the PCFD Also, enjoy “ Class of the Titans: The Chosen One,” the story of four students with from all over Asia in the 20th Singapore Ensemble Acting in the 2006 Cinema BayanTel management, through the Bicol Emergency Assis- the strategic challenges of the business. the next CBA cycle, the kapamilya continues in Sto. Tomas, Pasig. They were taught how to outstanding abilities picked to represent their school in a battle for leadership, sports, International Film Festival on April 18-30. One Originals Digital Movie competition, tance Program, turned over P1.662 million in cash to Bay- When the CBA management panel went to espouse the revisited company core values use different fire fighting equipment for a spe- arts and academic domination. Directed by 22-year-old Sherad An- “Huling Balyan ng Buhi” was chosen anTel Bicol employees affected by super typhoon Reming last to the negotiating table in 2005, the company of meritocracy, teamwork, excellence, teach- cific level of fire and experienced putting out a Get ready as Hero TV invades different SM malls around the country for the grand thony Sanchez, the film was a frontrunner as an opening film in the February 2007 November. Employees also passed the hat and contributed from was under a moratorium that clearly defined ing and learning, honesty and integrity and blaze. They were also trained to climb a ladder premiere of “ Beck: Mongolian Chop Squad,” dubbed by your favorite local vocal- in the 2006 Cinema One Originals Digital New Wave Independent Film Festival their pockets. BayanTel also found a partner in the Lopez Group its stand: no increases in compensation and the meaning behind it all—in the service of up to the fourth floor of a building. To make ists: Rico Blanco of Rivermaya, Raymund Marasigan of Sandwich, Jet Pangan of The Movie Festival last November. Featuring sponsored by the Independent Filmmak- Dawn, Teddy Corpus of Rocksteddy, Ney Dimaculangan of 6CycleMind and Yael Foundation Inc. (LGFI). Inspired by Lopez Group HR Council benefits. the Filipino worldwide. the practicum more exciting, the participants Marilyn Roque and the people of Arakan ers Cooperative (IFC). head Cedie Lopez-Vargas, who personally appealed to kapamilya Yuzon of Sponge Cola, and “Little Big Star” Big Winner Sam Concepcion as Beck. The recent CBA negotiation meetings pro- Are we out of the woods? Ask any ka- were divided into 12 groups and raced against Valley, North Cotabato, it weaves a tale The Hong Kong and the Singapore inter- companies, individuals and organizations to contribute and pool On April 14, 6CycleMind and the J-Pop band Ethereal Anthem will be at SM that combines science and logic, and tradi- ceeded like business meetings, with financials, pamilya and the most likely response you one another in extinguishing a fire. national film festivals are among Asia’s most their resources to help their kapamilyas in Bicol, LGFI turned over program ratings and employee morale openly will get is “we are on a continuous journey Southmall. Hero TV will also host a theatrical premiere of “Beck” in SM Megamall tion and cultural differences. reputable platforms for filmmakers, film Each participant gained confidence in P919,000 to 83 affected employees of BayanTel Bicol, some of discussed. It is interesting and heartwarming where the most significant learnings can be on April 11, while its TV launch is set for April 14 on Hero TV. “Huling Balyan ng Buhi: O Ang professionals and filmgoers from all over the whom are still rebuilding their houses. Photo shows Lopez-Vargas to note that instead of resorting to finger point- found in the steps we make, not necessarily knowing that they are now equipped to re- For more information, tune in to Hero TV on Channel 44. It is available on Sky- Sinalirap Nga Asoy Nila” (literally, the world to launch new works and experience (second from left) with BayanTel employee relations head Bits Sison ing and disagreement, both management and in reaching the destination.” spond quickly and efficiently during emer- Cable Platinum, SkyCable Gold, SkyCable Silver and other quality cable operators woven story of the others) tells the story outstanding cinema. (Amy Mosura) and HROD-Employee Relations’ Zen Perez. (Zen Perez) gencies. (Susan Ortiz) nationwide. 6 LOPEZLINK April 2007 LOPEZLINK April 2007 7 Summer workshops EXECUTIVE PROFILE UNIQUE to WORKSHOPS@ABS- Resist and it Shall Persist ‘Kapamilya’ stars schedules c h e d u l e CBN Director Beverly Vergel is her Vergel studied and immersed her- Vergel with daughters To date, some 12,000 students have discovered “360 degrees of mind mapping” per- self in teaching acting. After her screen Sydney (left) and on Workshops themselves and tapped their skills. An estimated sonalities, events and scenarios and debut on Guillen’s show, she became Tracy 700 workshops have been conducted by the group its interplay, plus her “out-of-the-box” leading lady to big action stars, dra- @ABS-CBN since its inception. Professionals, politicians and cor- approach to problem solving. This ac- matic actors and comedians, while still porate people in need of a crash course in anything counts for an incredible foresight that conducting classes for showbiz celebs! from imaging to public speaking have also ben- allows her to position the company and “Opportunity knocks only once, grab it, MARIEL RODRIGUEZ efi ted from individualized and customized modules. strategize most viable and crucial solu- save-up and get back on your manage- Actress and host WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN’s lineup for Summer 2007 tions when conducting training, running ment career track” she thought. “WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN has includes acting, voice, dance (street dance and jazz a business or living life to its fullest. Beverly started coming to ABS- helped me become comfortable and fa- funk), musical theater, TV/print/ramp modeling, The “Infoholic” in Her CBN in 1987, guesting in TV shows, miliar with the standard of performing image enhancement, and speech and declamation Beverly graduated B.S. Manage- promoting movies and various projects. for TV. To those interested, I suggest to programs. The April round of workshops will start ment from Siena College where she She also worked for Lily Monteverde’s always attend workshops and never be on April 10-27, while the May round starts May 7-25, was student council and Management Regal Films Executive Committee. By absent if you want to become a better 2007. Class president, school organ editor, 1990, she also worked with almost all performer.” consistent Dean’s lister, and 2 time production outfi ts, prominent direc- Acting leadership award recipient, among tors and showbiz personalities, either ASIA Clockwise from left: Vergel with Jodi Sta. Maria in the ‘Darating Play, act and have fun! other awards garnered. She took her as artist, producer, or as an acting ang Umaga’ workshop; Hosting workshop with Boy Abunda; The 15 sessions (Mon to Fri) MBA-Regis Degree from the Ateneo teacher/coach. The “infoholic” soon AGCAOILI 4 y.o. to 8 y.o. 9 a.m.-12 noon WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN team during the grand culminating activi- Graduate School of Business, where learned about camera, lights and audio Actress, DJ and columnist 9 y.o.-12 y.o. 9 a.m.-12 noon Fee: P7,200 ties; Summer teens acting workshop recital performance. she was again a consistent Dean’s “I enrolled in WORKSHOPS@ABS- Teens 1 p.m.-5 p.m. from technicians and directors, and CBN because I know that they will Adults 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Fee: 7,400 list, and completed numerous train- completed her formal training at Mow- Beverly Vergel: guide me since they have been de- Voice lessons ings at the Asian Institute of Manage- elfund, including TV Production and veloping artists and providing quality Star maker and Newscasting students found themselves With the groundwork on methods, systems, Sing like a pro! ment (AIM). She trained with Johnny Scriptwriting. training for years now. They helped from page 1 experiencing news fi rst-hand at EDSA 2 & 3, processes and SME pool already laid, offered 15 sessions (Mon to Fri) Manahan for TV Directing, Marilou By 1991, Beverly became a talent Celebrating me understand the level of perfor- the Senate and Malacañang. Students have also courses qualifying as post graduate or accredited Kids (6 y.o.-8 y.o.) 10 a.m.-12 noon Diaz-Abaya for Acting and Direct- for the soap “Mara Clara”. From 1992 mance, to be spontaneous and quick, strategic portion of its costs: talent fees for appeared in various TV shows, commercials, college electives, and with graduates’ demand Teens 3 p.m.-5 p.m. ing, Ricky Lee for Scriptwriting and to 1995, she was also Line Producing 20 years of her and to give your best always.” top stars. More importantly, from the creative movie and network TV plugs. for higher learning, the company will eventually Adults 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Fee: P7,100 Theater Acting at Repertory Phil. She for Mr. Toni Gloria (Optima/Unitel) standpoint, it meant that the network did not Vergel’s team pioneered the Adult Acting Work- launch its one year TESDA accredited courses Dance lessons completed Improv, Being & Craft, for projects in another network. Again, control its own destiny.” shop in December 2003, targeting “baby boomers” in Performing Arts and Broadcomm, and eventu- Groove your way to the beat! Teacher’s Training and Apprenticeship with learning and immersion, she NIKKI GIL Street dance 15 sessions (Mon to Fri) and retirees with disposable funds. For promotions, ally offer 4 year degree courses. with Laurice Guillen and American eventually wrote and directed for the Singer, commercial model, host, In 1992, former ABS-CBN president Kids (6 y.o.-12 y.o.) 10 a.m.-12 noon Freddie Garcia entrusted director Johnny Ma- “make your loved ones dreams come true” was the tag- When asked of their biggest dream, they acting guru Eric Morris. As she leads shows. VJ and actress Teens/Adults 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Fee: P5,800 WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN, she up- By 1996, she was EP for “Ipa- mission “WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN will nahan and executive Mariole Alberto with the line, persuading retirees’ families to give their parents answered “probably, as a natural consequence Jazz funk 15 sessions (Mon to Fri) dates her training yearly on various glaban Mo” and “Star Drama Theater” public among others, for both local and forge good working relationships help you gain confi dence, be more task of forming Talent Development & Man- workshops as a Christmas gift. In addition, as market of addressing client demand may pave a way Teens 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Fee: P5,800 fi elds, from marketing, business & while still actively teaching. By 1999, and international functions and social between artists and staff. equipped and prepared before go- and cultural trends emerged, WORKSHOPS@ABS- to become a LOPEZ UNIVERSITY, providing Musical theater agement Center (now known as Star Magic), fi nance, psychology to performing arts Star Magic SVP, Mr. Johnny Mana- events, where they not only look the Beverly takes pride in seeing her Let’s do Broadway! ing to the set.” whose long-term goal was “to develop a CBN continued to evolve its programs. Focus was performing arts, creative & technical skills, busi- and conducts continuous benchmark- part, but amazingly transform to become students excel in their fi eld. To her it 15 sessions (Mon to Fri) han, entrusted to her the management stable of skilled, professional and loyal stars” on course add-ons: universal values embedded in ness and corporate trainings and other degree ing and research. Kids (6 y.o.-12 y.o.) 9 a.m.-12 noon Fee: P8,100 of the Artists’ Training. Within the the desired person, in a short time. is reward enough to contribute to an for ABS-CBN. training content and EQ development when it was the courses specifi c to the Lopez Group of Compa- What You Do Not Know same year, Vergel was tasked to lead Having taught consistently since the individual’s development and success, By 1999, Johnny Manahan invited Bev- buzzword. nies’ needs” Teens/Adults 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Fee: P8,500 TV, print and ramp modeling Vergel hails from a family of show- WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN. ‘80s, she has coached, trained almost most especially to ABS-CBN artists, erly Vergel to manage the Talent Center Artist WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN consistently The group attributes WORKSHOPS@ABS- Strut your stuff on TV, print and ramp! biz personalities. Her parents “Mr. Phil- Philosophy and Challenge 80% of the industry’s celebrities from who are valuable human assets of the Training. Within the same year, he entrusted remains as the training trendsetter. Unlike tradi- CBN’s success to the public’s patronage, client Seven sessions (Mon to Sat) ippines” Cesar Ramirez and fi rst Famas As they underwent birth pains and the Barretto sisters, Ruffa Gutierrez, network. WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN to her as well. tional programs, the group is able to compress, loyalty, and most of all the trust bestowed on April batch: April 9-14 / May batch: May 7-12 Best Actress Alicia Vergel, she is sister turbulent times, their strength, resil- other Regal babies, Gwapings, Rico Family and God above all This offi cially opened its doors to the public. compact and compartmentalize its trainings, them by Mr. Johnny Manahan (SVP Star Magic) Teens/Adults 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Fee: P7,500 to Action Star Ace Vergel. Unknown to ience and drive is backed by Beverly’s Yan, Jolina Magdangal, Star Circle More than her role with AJ DEE Its Many Hurdles with dynamic and interactive activities. Also, who provided for them the latitude to execute Image enhancement many, Beverly was a reluctant actress “win-win” management philosophy. Batches, Heart Evangelista, Dennis WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN, Beverly Athlete, “MTB” TV Idol and model WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN, has come what sets them apart is the thorough method- “out-of-the-box” strategies. Be a new and a better you! with school, church and public service Focus is always on stakeholders best Trillo, Angel Locsin, to reality TV stars puts greatest emphasis on her role as a “I am very shy, quiet and soft-spoken. a long way, from the entire operations being ological approach in analyzing and addressing Five sessions (Mon to Fri) dominating her growing years. Her interest (parent company, employees like Sam Milby. mother to daughters Tracy and Sydney. WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN taught me manned by 3 personnel during its inception, specifi c client needs. A plus too, is the unique As a special treat this summer, Lopez Group April batch: April 16-20 / May batch: May 14-18 vision was to become a good Christian and clients.) She has also conducted “chemistry They are the core and driving force for Teens/Adults 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Fee: P5,400 how to perform, use acting and hosting team culture which advocates ownership of employees can avail of 10% discount for any and a successful entrepreneur, also the Now, comes the next challenge, re- workshops” to ignite the spark of on- all her efforts. This strong kapamilya- to the hurdles it passed, to where it is now. Speech and declamation techniques and express myself more.” Back then, the nation was under economic responsibility, volunteering lapses, mega fl ex- enrolled summer workshop and a 12% discount unfavorable image that showbiz repre- ality TV produces raw celebrities thus screen love teams like Piolo Pascual orientation is a value which, the 1999 Speak with ease and confi dence! sented that time, made her think “No crisis and people were reluctant to spend. ibility, zero error in work and exceptional “over on any enrolled second summer workshop. reducing training time from months to and Judy Ann Santos to John Lloyd Gintong Ina Awardee for Entertainment, MELISSA RICKS 15 sessions (Mon to Fri) way! You’ve got to be joking.” days. Training content has to be com- Cruz and Bea Alonzo among other tan- shares with her staff and students. Courses were immediately positioned with and beyond” service as network front-liners to 7 y.o.-12 y.o. 10 a.m.-12 noon Payment fl exibility of 50% down payment But events conspired. She found pressed and fragmented for trouble- dems. Beverly leads a spiritual life, a TV host and actress the tag lines “Get the Edge”, “Learn from the the public, similar to Director Vergel’s mentor- 13 y.o.-19 y.o. 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Fee: 6,500 upon enrollment, the remaining 50% balance herself attending and excelling in Eric shooting specifi c needs while ensuring In addition, she has designed and factor she considers the central theme “WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN has ing of artist students and staff. experts” and “your Future begins here” with Morris’ Acting Workshops. Conse- profi t, maximization of resources and conducted specialized workshops for and guide to her work. Unknown to helped me in a lot of ways. It im- The Pioneering Institution payable on the fourth workshop session, in- Bring your registration fee and two pieces 2x2 photos industry immersed courses conducted by in- quently, she and other select acting cost effi ciency. movie and TV projects of directors her before, Beverly’s rich experience proved my acting, and it got me into terest free! This promo is transferable to your to the WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN Offi ce at the ABS-CBN dustry practitioners. WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN focuses on graduates appeared in three of Mor- Changing Lives Guillen, Olivia Lamasan, Rory Quintos from life’s triumphs and challenges, Star Circle Quest. Also, I’m not as shy relatives and friends! Discounts are for summer Broadcast Center, 6th Floor DTC Building, Eugenio With threats of natural calamities and po- their goal as training solutions provider, and as ris’ locally released Books (Being & This year, Beverly Vergel celebrates and Jerry Sineneng among many others. education, constant training & research, anymore, I feel more outgoing and Lopez Avenue, Quezon City. For inquiries, call 415- litical unrest, training programs had the come a constant source of trained artists, creative and workshops only and valid from April 1 to May Doing, Irreverent Acting, No Acting her 20th year of teaching. She has also Given her in-depth exposure to the vari- business experience, talent, skills, fam- confi dent to face others. Most of all, it 3828 or 416-9366 (Mon-Sat. 10am-7pm); email on of “Be where the action is”, promoting production personnel. And should they continue 9, 2007 only. Just present your copy of the April Please). Next, she was apprentice to coached, in strict confi dentiality, top ous aspects of TV and fi lm production, ily background, personality, anchored helped me prepare for new projects.” [email protected]. Hurry, enroll now! experiential learning in courses like “Pro- to service the increasing public demand, they Laurice Guillen, her mentor, as teach- executives, career professionals, elite her training design is able to improve with spirituality make her effective as a LopezLink. Call WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN for more (Prices and schedules subject to change without prior duce & Market your own Shows (TV Prod & may inadvertently evolve into the fi rst network ing assistant and soon was conducting high profi le clients, and state politicians new artists’ skills, experiment with business leader, mentor, life coach and KIM CHIU details. notice.) Actress, commercial model and Strategic Marketing). Also, News Reporting based Broadcast University. acting classes herself for Artistas! to exude charisma and connect to their new techniques for seasoned actors, mother. “Pinoy Big Brother” Teen Edition Grand Champion “WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN is re- meet the RJ Geotina 3 Oz Torralba Erma Nepomuceno Myren Santiago-Ng Cecille de Lima ally great because you don’t expect Marketing and special projects supervisor Admission and registration offi cer those things to happen, like being Workshop operations supervisor Finance offi cer Cashier and admin coordinator able to motivate yourself to cry. En- De Lima started with Geotina can rehash old Nepomuceno is WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN’s hu- rolling lets you develop and enhance Torralba is obsessive- Santiago-Ng graduated with a degree in Account- ABS-CBN’s fi nance ideas into new ones, mak- man database. Having started with the company in your talents.” compulsive when it comes ing from the Philippine School of Business Ad- department in 2001. ing them more interesting. to systems and processes. 2000, she is in charge of admissions and registration ministration (PSBA) and started her career with In 2003 she joined His production design He is keen on ensuring of enrollees, and remembers almost all 8,000 stu- ABS-CBN’s fi nance department. In 2002, she Workshops@ABS- background strengthens his that his team performs ac- dents’ names, their parents and companions and even joined the workshops family as fi nance offi cer. CBN as a reliever for Providing support to director Beverly Vergel in WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN are seven multi-skilled staff plus a knack for spatial relations, cording to set work stan- performance highlights Santiago-Ng is the fi nance offi cer, who complement of 70 regular and guest trainers, speakers, consultants and training assistants. proportion, symmetry and dards. His eye for system during their graduation the all-in-one ac- was then on maternity color schemes. With his detail can qualify him as recitals. counting department, leave. Soon, she was fl air for personal styling, a systems and processes Nepomuceno from quotation, absorbed as admin as- JV Duque Geotina can spruce up, auditor. graduated from New Era payroll and budget to sistant. Admin and operations manager spice up and enliven any Torralba started in University with a degree fi nancial reports. She De Lima person, place or thing. 1998 as a student in the in Mass Communica- is a fast, effi cient and displays focus, com- As an admin person, Duque is a one-man HR department. He oversees the entire A Speech Communication graduate of UP TV Production class, ris- tions. Being part of the dependable worker mitment and dedication, and has the capability to HR from employment contracts to benefi ts. As an operations man, he oversees work Los Baños, Geotina handles promotions of ing through the ranks to become workshop operations team has helped her dis- who can deliver re- handle multiple functions, including cashiering, SAM MILBY standard and exercises quality control on existing systems and processes. WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN courses in various me- supervisor. “Clients nowadays are more demanding cover and hone her other sults within the day. registration, HR tasks, client inquiry and traffi ck- Singer, commercial model and actor Duque fi nished Visual Communications in UP Diliman and is currently an in- dia platforms, company tie-ups, remote workshops in terms of training quality and service,” he says, skills, from carrying out According to her, she ing of schedules. She works diligently regardless of “WORKSHOPS@ABS-CBN has been very helpful. I’ve realized house trainer specializing in Physicality, Movement and Visual Projection. His numer- and events/projects. He is also an in-house trainer, “that is why a watchful eye must be kept over opera- administrative functions is proud to be part of pressure or demand. De Lima says that the company a lot about myself, it has helped me open up and also overcome ous sports activities, stint as sports trainer and as founding coach of the UP Pep Squad, teaching speech, voice drama, acting, fashion and tions to meet those needs.” He also serves as a mentor to interpersonal and even a dynamic and sup- has helped her become more confi dent, outspoken my shyness.” and knowledge of human anatomy and musculature serves as tools for his classes. personal styling. to the training assistants under his wing. performing arts. portive team. and productive. 8 LOPEZLINK April 2007 LOPEZLINK April 2007 9
CSR ACTIVITIES Ongoing@Lopez Museum Metro Manila mentors go museum hopping ONE hundred twenty public proceeded to Museo Pambata’s Exhibit: ‘Fuzzy Logic: Art and Science’ school teachers participated interactive exhibition “The KCFI is PIDCI charitable Extended until May 5, 2007 in “Mag-Trip Tayo sa Healing Garden,” which show- The “Fuzzy Logic: Art and Science” exhibit attempts to craft a Museums” hosted by the Zero-In cased the medicinal properties tentative survey of how Filipino visual art and popular culture have, consortium of the Ateneo-Ayala- of plants. organization-benefi ciary over time, weighed in on questions of mechanization, industrializa- Lopez-Museo Pambata-Bahay The next stop was the Ateneo tion and development, and living in the age of interactive TV, sur- Tsinoy museums. Art Gallery for “Flora: Beauty, THE Philippine Independence munity,” said PIDCI president veillance cameras and “Pinoy Big Brother.” A scan through relevant “Mag-Trip Tayo sa Mu- Desire and Death,” which cele- Day Council Inc. (PIDCI) Isagani Puertollano. reads reveals that these engagements span ironic extremes—from seums” is a one-day museum brated the work of botanical artists named the Knowledge Channel KCFI is a nonprofi t corpora- ultra-nativism/self-exoticization to hybridization and blind appro- visit program that aims to who have documented Philippine Foundation Inc. (KCFI) as the tion whose goal is to improve the priation—and yet “Fuzzy Logic” plays on the volatility that rings enrich teachers by offering cre- plants and contemporary Filipino ative, interactive experiences. visual artists who have derived charitable organization that will quality of education by providing with shifting territories, ever-changing avatars, elastic virtual com- The program includes guided inspiration from plants. receive a share of the proceeds universal access to quality and rel- munities and multiple versions of the real. tours in each of the fi ve exhibi- At the Lopez Memorial Mu- of its events and initiatives, evant education through the cre- The exhibit features selections from the Lopez Memorial Mu- tions, lectures and sessions on seum, the teachers viewed the The Lopez Museum’s Talvie Darnalya (extreme right) explains including its Diwa ng Kalayaan ative use of audiovisual produc- seum collection as well works by contemporary artists Alvin Vil- how to organize memorable “Fuzzy Logic” exhibit on Filipino Kidlat Tahimik’s ‘Perfumed Nightmare’ to the tour participants. gala later this month. tion and transmission technology. laruel, Yason Banal, Wire Tuason, Louie Cordero, Pete Jimenez, museum visits for their students visual art and popular culture. The Eight young Filipina- It believes in the effectiveness and Ronald Achacoso, Kidlat Tahimik and Gabby Barredo. and families. tour ended at the Ayala Museum in Memorial Museum, the Museo build up support for museums, Americans are vying for this KCFI’s Rina Lopez-Bautista with effi ciency of television as a teach- “Fuzzy Logic” is the Lopez Memorial Museum’s contribution PIDCI 2007 president Isagani The teachers from Pasig, San Makati for “Black Bouquet: Ju- Pambata ng Maynila and Bahay and now thrives as the joint year’s Diwa ng Kalayaan, one ing tool and as an instructional to Zero-In Convergence, a collaborative project among Ateneo Juan, Quezon City, Makati and venal Sanso Prints 1955-1968,” Tsinoy collaborate to present a programs strengthen and de- of the most coveted beauty Puertollano during the Circle of Champions meeting in New York medium. Through educational Art Gallery, Ayala Museum, Bahay Tsinoy, Lopez Memorial Mu- Manila started the day in Manila which focuses on an intensely series of exhibitions under one velop visitors as multi-museum titles in the northeastern United in November 2006 television, KCFI hopes to equal- seum and Museo Pambata. at Bahay Tsinoy’s “Herbs, Har- creative period in the early years umbrella theme. Beginning as patrons. States. The winning beauty will ize the learning fi eld by making Children’s work- a small effort to create a more To book a “Mag-Trip Tayo First Gen Corp. hands a check worth P1 million to Assumption College as donation for the estab- mony and Health” exhibit which of Sanso’s career. reign during the months-long “PIDCI supports the Knowl- quality educational video materi- lishment of the Maria Consuelo Rufi no-Lopez Professorial Chair for Business. A simple ceremony shop: ‘Tactile brought together the science Zero-In is an annual event in-depth appreciation of muse- sa Museums” program for your celebration of the anniversary edge Channel and its mission to als available to poor students in for the event was held at the Assumption College in San Lorenzo Village, Makati City on March 7, Textile: Reimaging and history behind traditional where the Ateneo Art Gallery, ums and their collections in the organization, call Fanny at 631- of Philippine independence, bring quality education to our Philippine public schools. 2007. Photo shows (left to right) Sr. Nilda Hechanova RA, dean of the Higher Education Depart- the Scraps’ Chinese medicine. Then they the Ayala Museum, Lopez Philippines, Zero-In seeks to 2417. which culminates with the less fortunate kababayan. The The Diwa ng Kalayaan ment; Sr. Gertrude Borres RA, Assumption College president; Maria Consuelo Rufi no-Lopez; Oscar April 24, 26, 28 (T-Th- Independence Day parade on Diwa winner will learn fi rst-hand selection and coronation night M. Lopez, Lopez Group and First Gen chairman; and Peter Garrucho Jr., First Gen vice-chairman S), 9 a.m.-12 noon June 3 and her presentation at the necessity and impact that an will be held at the Sheraton and CEO. (Estela dela Paz) The Lopez Memo- the Independence Ball on June organization such as the Knowl- Newark Airport Hotel in New rial Museum offers Ticar bequests painting to Lopez Museum 9. edge Channel has in our com- Jersey on April 21, 2007. this summer “Tactile CRITICALLY acclaimed painting during this genera- 2006. He has displayed the Textile: Reimaging the conceptualist artist Jay Flores tion. Aside from that...I also artwork in his solo exhibits SkyCable nag-donate ng bigas Scraps” workshop to be Ticar recently turned over his like the idea that it would be in Japan and in Manila. TUMUGON sa panawagan ng ABS-CBN Sa bawat isang kilo ng bigas buwan-buwan facilitated by Alma Quinto, a visual artist who has exhibited here artwork called “Heir to the well maintained.” Ticar, a 2002 gradu- Throne” to the Lopez Memo- The painting, which ate of the University of the Foundation Inc. (AFI) na mag-donate para sa na ibinigay ng humigit-kumulang na 681 em- and abroad. She is the president of KASIBULAN and past presi- rial Museum. depicts an insect in diptych Philippines College of Fine KCh holds 1st tech-based mga nasalanta ng bagyong Reming ang su- ployees, nakalikom ang kumpanya ng 150 sako dent of the Philippine Art Educators Association. In this workshop, children will create quilts and their works will be exhibited in the In a turnover ceremony format, is an homage to Arts, has received numerous pervisory union ng SkyCable, ang SkyCable ng bigas. Ang mga ito ay binayaran muna ng held at the museum, Ticar Filipino painters who did grants and citations. He is Supervisors, Professional/Technical Employ- SkyCable management upang maibigay na sa House of Comfort at the Metropolitan Museum in June 2007. The Lopez Memorial Museum and Library is located at the said: “I donated my work to scientifi c illustrations during now an assistant professor quiz bee in ARMM ees Union (SSPTEU). Minungkahi ng unyon Sagip Kapamilya ng AFI noong Feb. 17. Ang the museum because I am the Hispanic period. Ticar at the Kalayaan College na mag-donate ang bawat empleyado ng isang mga sako ng bigas ay dinala sa Bicol at ipinama- ground fl oor of Benpres Building, Exchange Road corner Meralco Jay Ticar (extreme right) with Lopez Memo- Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig. It is open from Monday to Friday, happy with the idea that it rial Museum’s team from left collection completed the work while he Department of Fine Arts and KNOWLEDGE Channel Foun- Maguindanao last year. Elementary School. kilong bigas buwan-buwan mula sa kanilang hagi sa mga biktima ng bagyo noong Feb. 18. management consultant Ricky Francisco, concurrent assistant profes- 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m., except holidays. would be seen and appreci- was at Japan’s Tama Art Uni- dation (KCFI), with its USAID- The 29 participating el- The KCh quiz bee was the monthly rice subsidy sa buong 2007. Nagpapasalamat ang SkyCable man- ated now and in the future as curatorial consultant Eileen Legaspi- versity, where he obtained sor at the Ateneo de Manila For more information, call Fanny at 631-2417. Ramirez, museum director Mercedes Vargas assisted Television Education ementary schools are benefi - fi rst technology-based educa- Ang proposal ay idinulog sa mga em- agement at ang SSPTEU sa lahat ng mga a representation of Filipino and his wife Amy Aragon. his Masters in Fine Arts in University. for the Advancement of Muslim ciaries of KCFI’s TEAM-Min- tional competition to be held pleyado at ang karamihan ay sumang-ayon empleyadong sumuporta sa proyektong ito. Mindanao (TEAM-M) project, danao from the municipalities in the ARMM and Region naman dito. (Susan Ortiz) Special feature: ‘Halalan 2007’ election primer held the Knowledge Channel of Dinas and Dimataling in IX. Most of the participating (KCh) Quiz Bee Challenge in Zamboanga del Sur and several schools were barrio schools Zamboanga del Sur on March 1 municipalities in Zamboanga whose students were competing Pinoy nurse sends and in Zamboanga Sibugay on Sibugay. The prizes included for the fi rst time in an academic On E-Day, get out and vote—and volunteer! March 2. a 29-inch TV set, trophies and excellence event. According ETV to hometown The two-day challenge medals, while three runners-up to TEAM-M project director schoolAmong the benefi ciary schools AS of press time, 13 political par- tian Muslim Democrats (CMD) PDP-Laban: Pimentel, Aqui- Elections (Namfrel) and be Namfrel will later contact you aimed to gauge the effective- each received a DVD player, Doris Nuval, the KCh quiz bee of ABS-CBN Foundation, Inc.’s Adopt-Your- ties have fi elded candidates for the and Kilusang Bagong Lipunan lino III a “Bantay ng Bayan.” As the to attend the volunteers train- ness of KCh as a learning tool, medals and trophies. challenge will be taken to other Hometown School campaign is the Cande- laria Elementary School in Quezon. AFI senatorial elections, in addition (KBL) banners; four are under Lakas-CMD: Defensor, Michael; initial step, would-be volunteers ing. Call 634-5607 or 631-0181 with the questions based on KCFI president Rina Lopez- ARMM provinces and may to three independent candidates the Nationalist People’s Party, Magsaysay, Vicente; Montano, will be asked to fi ll up the sign- locals 7673 and 7805, or email the educational channel’s con- Bautista joined Department of eventually become a regional E-Media program director Zen Dimalanta (extreme right) is joined by Candelaria ES (who may or may not have been while the United Opposition Cesar; Pichay, Prospero; Recto, up sheet and sign the Pledge of [email protected] for more tent in math, science, English Education offi cials and local competition. Student Government president Mylene Delos adopted as guest candidates by the (UNO) and Ang Kapatiran Party Ralph; Singson, Luis; Zubiri, Juan Commitment for Volunteers. details. and Filipino. The Zamboanga government representatives TEAM-Mindanao has Santos as she gratefully accepts the gift of other parties). The major coali- have three candidates each. Miguel competition was based on the during the two-day activity brought educational TV fa- an educational television package which tions are the administration’s To- The Liberal Party and the Na- UNO: Lacson, Panfi lo; Osmeña, prototype KCh Quiz Bee Chal- held in Dinas Central Elemen- cilities to the most deprived, was donated by New York State Nurses Asso- gether Everyone Achieves More cionalista Party are fi elding two John Henry; Trillanes, Antonio IV Phone power in your hands lenge held in Sultan Kudarat, tary School and Titay Central depressed and underserved bar- ciation president Lolita Compas (2 nd from (TEAM) Unity and the Genuine candidates apiece, with the Partido Liberal Party: Aquino, Benigno The News and Current Aff airs Group (NCAG) of ABS-CBN right) and her family. The package includes rios in the country, including the Opposition (GO). ng Demokratikong Pilipino (PDP)- Simeon III; Pangilinan, Francis encourages everyone to report election fraud and other island barangays of Tawi Tawi 108 volumes of ETV shows in DVD format, a Meet the offi cial candidates Laban, Aksyon Demokratiko, Ang Kapatiran Party: Bau- 21” colored TV, and a DVD player anomalies through “Boto Mo, I- Patrol Mo.” During the cam- and in war-torn areas in Sulu. Seven candidates each are Kabalikat ng Malayang Pilipino tista, Martin; Paredes, Zosimo paign period and on Election Day, you can use text messag- Partnering with the Alliance for running under the Lakas-Chris- (Kampi), Laban ng Demokratikong Jesus; Sison, Adrian ing, MMS or the 3G networks to send video and information Mindanao Off-Grid Renewable CSR calendar Pilipino (Laban), Partido Demokra- Aksyon Demokratiko: Sonia documenting actual instances of election fraud and other Energy program in order to tiko Sosyalista ng Pilipinas (PDSP) Roco irregularities. These will be screened for credibility and aired electrify the schools with solar Learning Methodologies and Materials Development Training LopezLink poll: and Philippine Green Republican Kampi: Arroyo, Joker in ABS-CBN News programs. Please send the information by panels, TEAM-Mindanao has April 9-13, 2007 (Iloilo); Apr. 16-20 (Davao); Apr. 23-27 (Cebu) Party rounding out the roster with NP: Cayetano, Alan Peter; Vil- keying in IREPORT
LIFELONG WELLNESS Sudoku AS if summer isn’t hot enough, we also Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan have election fever to contend with in the second quarter of 2007. People are talking ng bayan! Ayusin lamang ang mga numero about how and where they plan to spend Stress Management simula 1 hanggang 9 para ang bawat numero the holidays one minute, and then the lat- What you can do about stress ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, est election-related issues the next. Program column at kahon. We satisfy your need for additional RESEARCH has shown that some progressive muscle relaxation, 1. Pick a focus word, short phrase return to your repetition. Con- information on both with our travel rec- Dear Rosie stress actually improves our perfor- meditation, visualization and or prayer that is fi rmly rooted in tinue for 10-20 minutes. March 16, 2007-December 15, 2007 from 5:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. @ Benpres ommendations in the North starting with ooOoo mance, but prolonged stress can lead massage. your belief system. 6. Do not stand immediately. Con- Region 1 (Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Norte, La I was touched to see Maiki and the other young Lopezes take to a number of health problems. So, • Work toward some long-term 2. Sit quietly in a comfortable posi- tinue sitting quietly for a minute • Ballroom dancing: Monday and Wednesday • Dance aero: Tuesday and Thursday Union and Pangasinan); the lucky ones the time to help in GK’s project in my hometown of Jaro. Maybe here’s what you can do: strategies like effective goal tion. Close your eyes. or so, allowing other thoughts among us are even heading to Iloilo, the the youngsters could work alongside the Lopez Group Founda- to return. Then open your eyes • Pilates: Monday and Wednesday • Identify your stressors and get setting, time management, im- 3. Relax your muscles, progressing Lopezes’ hometown, for the traditional tion Inc. on some social responsibility projects this summer? Aside rid of any you can, even small proved communication skills from your feet to your calves, and sit for another minute before • Tae Bo: Monday, Wednesday and Friday company summer outing. Meanwhile, from spurring employee volunteerism, it would be a good venue ones. Also, fi nd ways to add and confl ict resolution. thighs, abdomen, shoulders, rising. • Yoga: Tuesday and Thursday pleasurable activities to your • Practice positive thinking. Learn head and neck. 7. Practice the technique once or Ballroom dancing schedules: Beverly Vergel and her crew are ready for us to get to know the fourth generation Lopezes.—Eloisa day. Take breaks. to reframe stress producing 4. Breathe slowly and naturally, twice daily. You can also do March 19-June 13: Latin (Cha-cha, rumba, salsa) with their plethora of workshops to mine and polish hyperactive kid- LGFI’s Dulce Festin-Baybay’s reply: “As far as we know up to • Make healthy lifestyle choices. beliefs, attitudes and values. In and as you do, say your focus this during exercise, using the June 18-September 12: Standard (Foxtrot, tango, waltz) dies’ every talent, not to mention channel their energies into something this writing, walang miyembro ng Lopez family ang tatakbo sa elec- Eat a balanced diet. Get ad- psychology, this is called cogni- word, sound, phrase or prayer rhythm of you activity as your Sept. 17-Dec. 12: Disco (Boogie, swing, reggae) productive. tions ngayong Mayo. Mayroong pinaplano pa na mga proyekto si equate sleep. Exercise regularly. tive restructuring. silently as you exhale. focus. For a nominal fee of P100 per session, you can pick Election-wise, ABS-CBN is pulling out all the stops in its campaign Queen Maiki at ang Lopez Group Foundation Inc. para sa yearlong Maintain social supports. You also might want to check 5. Assume a passive attitude. Don’t If you wish to do more than these, any one or a combination of activities to rejuvenate. for voter empowerment through “Halalan 2007.” They’ve made it very reign niya. Salamat po sa inyong mga sulat.” • Try a relaxation technique to out this technique introduced by Dr. worry about how well you are join Lifelong’s Stress Management Each monthly course will have eight sessions. Registra- easy for us to do our part to ensure clean elections (using cellphones, ooOoo reduce your body’s “fi ght or Herbert Benson, a Harvard cardiolo- doing. When other thoughts Program. For more information, you tion forms @ www.lopezwellness.com Submit your no less), so let’s take advantage of this opportunity. If you see or hear I am interested in availing of Asian Eye’s LASIK screening fl ight” response. Common meth- gist, who has studied stress for more come to mind, simply say to may log on to www.lopezwellness. monthly payment to Lifelong Wellness through INAEC something that’s less than right, if not out-and-out illegal, whip out which is 25% off for Lopez Group employees. What’s the proce- ods include breathing exercises, than 30 years: yourself, “Oh well,” and gently com. Development Corp. your phones and let ABS-CBN and the nation know about it. dure? Thank you.—Norman April is of course the birth month of our chairman Oscar M. Lo- AEI’s Frances Bumanlag says that the fi rst step is to undergo Lasik pez, who must still be euphoric from the success of his and the Lopez screening which will take at least three hours. Based on the results of Group trekkers’ successful summit to Mt. Pulag. With that feat and his the screening, Harvard fellow and AEI eye surgeon Dr. Bobby Ang 77th to celebrate, OML’s cup must be near to overfl owing these days. will determine whether you are qualifi ed for the Lasik. If you are, ‘Walk the Talk’ goes to Keeping your brain healthy Happy birthday, Sir! you will be scheduled for surgery, which is usually done on Fridays. Diffi culty Level: ooOoo Then you come back the next day (Saturday) for a post-op checkup. If c Bakit hindi sabay-sabay pinapasok sa Bahay ni Kuya ang lahat ng you wear contacts, don’t wear them for at least seven days before the Sto. Tomas, Batangas This information was provided needs, at different times, in dif- Very Easy housemates? Di ba unfair yun sa mga nahuli?—Carl screening. with the kind permission of the ferent locations. c Easy JOIN the newest installment of “Walk the Talk” series as it goes to Sto Tomas, Batangas According to Direk Lauren Dyogi, business unit Head for “Pinoy Big To avail of the 25% discount for employees of the Lopez Group National Institutes of Health. Memory exercise: List your c Medium on April 15, 2007 (Saturday) at the FPIP Trail from 6am to 9am. The activity is open to all MEMORY strategies are known medication needs by time and Brother,” pinaalam nila ang panibagong sistema sa Endemol. From their of companies, secure a referral letter from your HR representative and g Lopez Group employees and their families. Participants must register with their respective HR to everyone who has ever learned place to be taken. Medications Hard observation, hindi nakikilala ng maayos ng audience ang housemates present this together with your company ID to the AEI receptionist. departments. Wear comfortable attire and walking shoes and bring cap, extra t-shirt, towel and the alphabet, a poem or prepared taken before, with, or after meals until kumonti na lang sila. With just six housemates at the launch, and For more info, please call 898-2020 or email FBBumanlag@asianeye water/refreshments. For more info, contact Gani Velasquez at 631-6394. for a test in school. By refreshing are usually stored in the kitchen. one housemate being added every day since March 3, the audience will institute.com. one’s use of common memory You must also plan for times get the chance to better know the housemates before they are evicted. ooOoo strategies older adults can work you do not eat at home. Other ooOoo If you have questions, comments, opinions, suggestions and re- wonders in offsetting normal age- medications, such as eye drops, Answer to March puzzle May miyembro ba ng Lopez family na tatakbo sa Mayo? Kung actions about anything and everything about the Lopez Group, associated memory skill loss. lotions and ointments located oo, saan at anong position? Ano ang kanyang platform? At the please send them to Dear Rosie through fax no. 633-3520 or to Pay attention. Sometimes in other places in your home same time, may kandidato bang sinusuportahan ang Lopez Group [email protected]. Maraming salamat! the reaction to a frustrating must be organized as well. Solution, tips and computer program available o ang mga Lopez? Salamat!—P. search for your glasses is Mind your “PQRST.” at www.sudoku.com “There I go again, my memory PQRST is a fi ve-step memory and is slipping.” Your memory ability may learning exercise designed to orga- be just fi ne. The problem may be not Example: You are away from home nize text material written with too much paying attention. The simple step of and think of a phone call you should “fi ne print.” Examples include using an Check out: REDISCOVER THE NORTH developing a habit of actively paying make when you return home. ATM, programming a VCR, reading a The March 2007 walkers in Antipolo attention can save much frustration. Memory exercise: In addition to new insurance policy or understanding ‘Easterrific!!!’: An Easter Example: Perhaps you have had rehearsal, you must create a visual im- the regulations of a pension fund. SPORTS to search for your car keys, been in age. This should be associated with a “P” refers to preview, to skim the family fun day doubt as to whether or not you took very familiar object. You may visualize text to identify the main points; “Q” your morning medication correctly or a telephone hanging on your front door. suggests that you create questions that Cool off found yourself in a room wondering Result, when you return home, the sight identify the essential points you want to at MMLDC BayanTel’s badminton what you came searching for? of your front door reminds you of the learn; “R” indicates rereading the mate- in Region 1’shot spots Memory exercise: Pay attention- telephone and the need to make the call. rial to be able to answer your previously AN Easter egg hunt, face painting sessions, a one-of-a-kind bird show stop-look-listen. It takes no more than The other option is verbal elabora- generated questions; “S” requires that and aviary tour, anime mascot dance and lots of exciting games. These IT’S the last thing you’d think to do in this breaks tourney with a diff erence a second to say, “I am putting the keys tion, a simple and effective memory you study and understand the answers are the activities that await families especially the kids as Meralco season of fun and sun, but how does sum- in this in my jacket pocket.” exercise for conceptual and abstract to the questions raised concerning the Management and Leadership Development Center (MMLDC) opens its mering in a “systematic” manner strike you? haven, By Dimpy Jazmines shoes just so they would look good play- Rehearse-repeat. Information information. Some of the verbal elabo- central ideas; and “T,” Test yourself to doors on April 8, 2007, Easter Sunday. Dubbed “Easterrifi c!!!—Anime By this, we simply mean for you to start which ing. must be rehearsed to be placed prop- rations you have been using through- be sure you understand the answers. Invasion,” the event is just one of the activities that the MMLDC is of- your northern “assault” in Region 1 before was re- THE Smash Kakaiba! BayanTel Badminton Of course, the excitement before the tourna- erly in long-term memory. out your life include acronyms, word Example: You want to program fering this season. proceeding to Regions 2 and 3 and the Cor- portedly Tournament 2007 was a testimony of how ment was matched by the excitement during the Example: You are in the shower associations and rhymes. your new VCD player even though the For only P3,700++, avail of the Easter Bed and Breakfast package, dillera Administrative Region (CAR). With discov- solid a grip the sport of badminton has among tournament as everyone had a great time enjoy- and get an idea you wish to discuss Example: You want a simple way directions, at fi rst glance, look complex which includes an overnight stay in an executive room for two adults and the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), it’s ered by Pagudpud Beach BayanTel employees. ing the sport they loved, together with and up with your spouse. You can’t make a to remember your PIN (personal iden- and written in a foreign language. two kids below 12 years old. The package also includes complimentary easy as 1-2-3! American When the word that the tournament was against colleagues who made playing more fun. note and you don’t want that great new tifi cation number) for your bank card, Memory exercise: Use PQRST. buffet breakfast for two, Manila North Tollways Corp. (MNTC) service- out, everyone was excited. Nearby badminton Emerging as the team champion was the idea to slip away. What to do? your credit card and your telephone Reread and study the instructions until access to the recreational recommends these Region 1 hot spots to men back courts were fi lled after work with competitive Blue Team composed of the support groups. Memory exercise: You must re- credit card. You are advised to keep you feel you can perform the task. Test facilities, and two tickets to kick off your grand vacation: in the 1960s. Other puneros during BayanTel employees wanting to hone their The Yellow Team, representing the market hearse (repeat to yourself) your idea to that number in a safe and secret place. yourself by taping a program. Eureka, “Easterrifi c!!!” Pangasinan: Hundred Islands must-sees include Bauang Beach and the the Philippine game in practice. groups, was the fi rst runner-up; while the red talk to your spouse. You may forget if The best place is in your memory. it really is simple. Day pass tickets to “East- With a hundred islands to choose from, San Fernando beach area of San Francisco- Revolution in The coordinators of the six participat- team, the second team of the Network Divi- you used shampoo and a conditioner, Memory exercise: Change the Increase your use of external aids. errifi c!!!” are sold at P250 you can be sure to have fun without being Canaoay-Pagudpud, as well as the beaches the late 19th ing teams almost had no problems in fi lling sion, was third runner-up. but you’ll remember your new idea. numbers into letters that correspond to We suggest you keep all emergency and each. The event partners are crowded. Quezon Island is said to be the in Carlatan and Wallace in San Fernando. century. The their rosters with the required Chunk. This is a rehearsal strat- their location on a telephone or ATM prospective information as visible as Hero Channel, Perfetti Van most popular while Children’s Island, with Ilocos Sur: Vigan Heritage Village church was number of badminton players egy. Most people have the ability to re- (automatic teller machine) keypad, you can. Use appointment books, memo Melle, Meralco, Anchor its shallow waters, is the safest bet if you History buffs will relish the chance to included in for the tournament’s three member short lists, such as in a phone that is, ABCD=2223. You can use any pads, clock radios, timers or take-away and Leslie’s Food Corpora- brought the kids along. There’s even a Lopez go back in time through Vigan and its well- UNESCO’s catgories: Novice, Mixed and number, if they group—or chunk—the four-letter name or word: John is 5646 spots (near the door, in the hall, on the tion. Island, the place to go for sunbathing, snor- preserved Spanish-Mexican-Chinese-style World Heri- Open. In fact, if they had to list items. and blue is 2583. refrigerator). Use symbolic reminders, Experience a different keling, camping or kayaking. ancestral houses. There are museums galore tage List in name a problem, it was in Example: Chunking to remember- Get organized. Once you have some version of the string around your summer at MMLDC. Re- The islands are off the coast of Lucap, for an even more in-depth look at the Ilocano the early 1990s. fi guring out which players to ing a 10-digit phone number. fi xed locations for all medications, fi nger. Use your imagination and invent serve now! Guestrooms some three kilometers from the Alaminos town heritage. Pagudpud Beach pick. Some employees based Memory exercise: A 10- digit num- important phone numbers, valuable some new external memory aids. and Easterrifi c!!! tickets proper. The trip from Manila to Alaminos will Ilocos Norte: Paoay Church Pagudpud is a beach on the edge of the in the provinces even traveled ber, 3013661755, can be remembered papers, tools, keys, wallets and glass- Example: You forgot to keep your are available on a limited take fi ve to six hours via Victory, Five Star or The coral block Paoay Church (or San world (Luzon, at least). The “Boracay of the to Manila just to play in the easily as 301 366 1755. Three chunks, es, you will minimize the frustrating dental appointment. Because of your basis. For inquiries and res- Rabbit. Agustin Church) was built in the so-called North” is also becoming known as a surfi ng one-day tournament. not 10. searches for a misplaced item. busy schedule, you forgot to refer to ervations, call 632-8111 or La Union: Surfi ng earthquake baroque style with huge buttress- destination. But unlike Boracay, Pagudpud’s Even the BayanTel Man- Use cues. Two strategies can be Example: Proper organization for your appointment calendar. 696-3051, email mmldc. Urbiztondo, San Juan offers a more es on the sides and rear façade. It has a coral combination of white sand beach and blue com members who competed The Blue Team, which emerged as the tournament’s champion, used here. Visual elaboration is simply placement and use of medications Memory exercise: Though you use [email protected]. proximate alternative to Siargao’s surfi ng store bell tower a few meters away, which water is still pretty much undefi led. in the Mancom exhibition with Philippine Badminton Team coach Allan de Leon (extreme creating a mental snapshot to help en- requires careful thought. Individuals external aids, you must keep them in ph or visit www.mmldc. waves. Even beginners will get a lot of good was used as an observation post by the Kati- Next stop, Region 2! game went out to buy new right). hance a memory. often take medications for different appropriate and easily accessible places. org. (Peng Young) 12 LOPEZLINKApril 2007
What’sfrom ABS-CBN Publishing new this April Metro’s party guide Men’s summer fashion Mind your manners, watch your alcohol consumption and be in ‘Metro hiM’ yourself—some tips shared from the stars of Studio 23 in Metro’s Metro hiM styled TV director Lino Cayetano in fashion- smoking-hot guide to Manila nightlife, including a list of the plac- forward brands while remaining true to his laidback look in es to go, what to wear and who you’re likely to run into! Angelica real life. The issue is packed with the best men’s fashion and Panganiban gets all dressed up for our cover. Read about a married grooming information for summer, including the latest in hot woman’s cellphone text affair, and get ideas from our fashion spread weather suits and resort wear. There’s also fashion advice for of 20 mini dresses to show off those legs this summer. Also in this politicians and canine models matched to different looks. issue, how to get your underarms ready to bare, the new weight loss vitamin and oversized accessories. Cool treats from ‘FOOD’ Mellow Ruff a in FOOD Magazine shows how to make a Neapolitan Cassata, a three-fl avor ice cream dome. ‘Working Mom’ The dessert is colorful, easy to She’s an international beauty queen do and uses store-bought ice and the host of “The Philippines’ Next Top Model.” cream. We also show you how to But the role Ruffa Gutierrez-Bektas seems to enjoy most pack a memorable meal for your today is that of working mom. Gutierrez-Bektas and daugh- picnic, make more money with a ters Lorin and Venice grace the cover of Working Mom this winning pasta sauce recipe and April. See how motherhood has mellowed the actress and how to whip up a sweet chili how she plans to raise her girls. Also in this issue, experts pork dish in 30 minutes. Also tell you how to invest in a condominium unit or put up your in this issue are 30 easy-to-do own salon. recipes for grilled boneless pork belly, gindara with crispy pata bits, Chinese steamed fi sh, chunky choco buko and more! ‘Metro Home & Entertaining’ on renovating Metro Home & Entertaining delivers a whole package on renovations in its latest issue. The magazine encourages homeowners who have been thinking about a change to make their dream Get the newest issues of your favorite magazines at leading book- spaces come true. Metro Home asked fi ve designers to submit proposals for the renovation of a stores and magazine stands nationwide. For subscriptions, contact living and dining room and a two-story, two-bedroom condo. The results are a minefi eld of ideas ABS-CBN Publishing Inc. at 924-4101 or 415-2272 locals 4658 or with detailed information on furnishings, costs and time frames. Joena Cabrera at 415-2852 or 415-2671.
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