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Corporate Lopez Group What to eat governance @Santolan Town …pagesows 9 seeds of hope achievers…page 2 Plaza…page 12  Lopezlink August 2018 Biz News Lopezlink August 2018  SKYBIZ supports MSMEs in At the Lopez Group midyear review ICD recognizes Cebu with digital solutions FocusBy Carla Paras-Sison on deliverables

LOPEZ Group chairman plans and execute with passion “Better recurring earnings Juan, which is in full steam. CGBy Carla Paras-Sison achievers Manuel M. Lopez (MML) said and whenever possible, with from the power group will im- And we just delivered RBC Lopez Group companies must perfection.” prove our expected income all Sheridan to hopefully, very satis- ENERGY Development national legislative requirements. continue to focus on delivering The stock market in July re- the way to the ultimate parent, fied tenants, and more than 90% Corporation, First Gen Cor- Its rigorous methodology as- customer value despite the sub- visited lows from 2016. In the which is Lopez Inc. Because of the units there have now been poration and Lopez Hold- sesses the corporate governance stantial drop in share prices in same period, ABS-CBN Cor- Lopez Holdings is now debt- taken.” ings Corporation were among performance of PLCs in six the stock market. poration and Lopez Holdings , any dividends we receive, Finally, MML commended 42 publicly listed companies participating ASEAN member Speaking to top executives Corporation share prices fell less operating expenses, can flow ABS-CBN Corporation for (PLCs) recognized by the In- countries and provides foreign and senior officers at the mid- to levels last seen in 2009 and freely to the public and other “doing admirably well despite stitute of Corporate Directors investors and external fund year performance review on 2010, respectively. shareholders,” MML said. all the constraints and negativ- Lopez Group chairman Manuel M. FPH chairman Federico R. Lopez (ICD) for scoring 80 and higher managers comparable informa- July 27, MML said: “The stock While expressing concern He also mentioned several ity that is being hurled its way.” Lopez in the latest assessment against tion to assist in their investment market will be the stock mar- over the effect of the peso’s projects Rockwell Land Corpo- Its prime time show “FPJ’s Ang the ASEAN Corporate Gover- decision-making process. The SKYBIZ Business Unit head Roderick Liwanag, SKYBIZ MSME Marketing head Ryan Faustino, Cable Corp. Cebu ket. It is for secondary trading depreciation on the Group’s ration is working on en route to Probinsyano” is entering its third to describe things that get better estate, and the robustness of our nance Scorecard (ACGS). first ACGS Awards Ceremony GM Kino Sarabossing, Regional Network Operations head Roni Pacio, Regional Network Engineering head Eric of shares. The important thing consolidated debt, MML, what is expected to be another year delighting audiences. He from chaos, disorder, uncertain- infrastructure. These have enor- ICD chief executive officer was held in 2015. Palmares and SKY head office and Cebu employees with the guest speakers at the maiden leg of the “Growth Series” is we keep doing our job to nonetheless, said the recurring record-setting performance. said ABS-CBN’s singular focus ty, stressors or harm. mous implications for all our Alfredo Pascual said the ap- Keynoting the event, Secu- PHOTO BY: AMIE AMADO enhance the value of our com- earnings of First Gen Corpora- “There’s the Aruga Hotel on its customers, primarily its FRL said it would be better businesses and require all of us preciation ceremony on July 31 rities and Exchange Commis- SKYBIZ recently launched its with the entrepreneurs who SKYBIZ products for SMEs panies, to create wealth in a tion and Energy Development here at (Rockwell) Center, that viewers and the subscribers of to build antifragile organizations thinking through what it will was held to “recognize efforts sion chairman Emilio Aquino among only seven recognized “Growth Series,” a road show attended the event, including are designed to help them en- sustainable manner, and to pro- Corporation (EDC) are more will be ready next year. There’s SKYcable and SKYbroadband, instead of resilient ones, which take for us to survive and thrive of PLCs which took concrete called on PLCs represented out of 37 PLCs in the holding that aims to help small and me- digital marketing guru Fleire sure productivity and capitalize actively manage the risks that stable this year. Meralco signed the beachfront development have benefited the company. means being able to bounce back in a warmer, scarcer and more steps to improve their organi- to “inspire other companies to firms sector. dium-scale entrepreneurs ad- Castro and DTI Region VII on digital technology, with the affect our businesses. I know a power supply agreement for in Mactan, Cebu, which will This focus has kept ABS-CBN to their original state, or robust open world. Succeeding in this zation’s governance practice, as adopt corporate governance Among those who represent- dress their marketing needs via provincial director Ma. Elena provision of to that if we do our work well, the the purchase of the output of ground-break next month or so. in touch and connected with its ones, which means being able to respect can open up enormous measured by the ACGS.” best practices to impact stake- ed the Lopez Group at the rec- digital solutions. Arbon who shared the benefits enrich customer experience. investing public will eventually the San Gabriel natural gas- The Vantage in Kapitolyo, customers and has allowed it to resist damage up to a point. opportunities for us,” FRL said. Launched in 2011, the ACGS holders and society as a whole.” ognition ceremony were Francis “Digitization has become a of digital marketing for entre- These include business-grade realize how they have grossly fired power plant and EDC has is on schedule. There is still this deliver on its commitment to He said this in the context of At the same time, FRL said was developed by the Asian De- ICD founder and chairman Giles Puno, president and chief significant battleground for en- preneurs and laid out the road fiber broadband connections misjudged our performance. recovered from plant outages commercial joint venture called bring them the best of Philip- having to do business in a “se- many companies in the Lopez velopment Bank in partnership emeritus Jesus Estanislao led operating officer of First Gen; trepreneurs because it helps them map for opportunities that en- that may be bundled with other But until then, we just have to caused separately by an earth- Santolan Town Plaza, at the pine news and entertainment. verely broken” world. FRL cited Group still need to define their with the ASEAN Capital Mar- the toast, acknowledging the Atty. Maria Amina Amado, reach their markets in a less costly trepreneurs in the region can data and content services like stay focused on our strategic quake and a typhoon in 2017. White Cross property in San Creating ‘antifragile’ or- the increasing frequency of ex- distinctive capabilities, similar to kets Forum. It is a tool for assess- top performing PLCs in the vice president-Legal and Com- manner given the guidance of ex- take advantage of, respectively. BIZTV HD powered by SKY- ganizations treme weather events—flooding, how Amazon was able to build ing governance practices based Philippines. pliance Officer of Lopez Hold- perts,” Roderick Liwanag, SKY- Sharing their experiences cable, and BIZTV Direct pow- In the same meeting, First heat waves, droughts, Category five key capabilities to succeed on publicly available informa- EDC and First Gen made it ings; and Atty. Maria Jasmine BIZ Business head, said. as entrepreneurs in a panel ered by SKYdirect. Philippine Holdings Corpora- 4 and 5 storms and wildfires as a “super aggregator of cus- tion. It is benchmarked against to the top five out of 62 Phil- Medina-Almogino, manager of In the series’ first leg, SKY- discussion were Virgilio Es- For SMEs, it offers the BI- ABS-CBN enjoys double-digit tion chairman and chief execu- among them—as observed and tomers and sellers.” international best practices that ippine PLCs in the industrial the Corporate Governance of- BIZ brought in trade industry peleta, Famcor consultant and Zbroadband Connect plan, tive Federico R. Lopez (FRL) recorded by scientists from such “In many ways our various encourage PLCs to go beyond sector. Lopez Holdings was fice of EDC. experts to share their expertise VP-Business Development & which includes business-grade lead in nat’l TV ratings told executives about keeping institutions as the Massachu- companies have done well over Management Services at the broadband with no data caps, By Kane Choa tabs on areas where the Lopez setts Institute of Technology, the years, but gone are the days Cebu Chamber of Commerce 24/7 technical support, static IP Group may be fragile and how the National Oceanic and At- of high double-digit returns. and Industry; Alice Sim-Uy, and domain registration for one MORE Filipinos nationwide with 51% compared to GMA’s and “Rated K” (20.4%). to create organizations and peo- mospheric Administration, and Many of our businesses are Comptrollers’ Circle members president of Jace Value Plus year. turned to ABS-CBN for news 26% and in Total Mindanao ABS-CBN triumphed across ple that are “antifragile.” the National Aeronautics and swimming in red competitive Global Corporation; and Ma. For more info on SKYBIZ’s and values-laden stories as it with 53% while GMA got only all time blocks, particularly the FRL shared insights from the Space Administration. oceans or highly disruptible support Accountancy Week celebration Lourdes Suson-Go, chief fi- products and services, visit sky- recorded an average audience 26%. prime time block, as it garnered book “Antifragile: Things that “No doubt the planet is faced ones. In most of them I notice By Jei-Jei Gertes nance officer of Kit Properties. biz.com.ph. share of 44%, or an 11-point “FPJ’s ” an average audience share of Gain from Disorder” by Nassim with many mega challenges. we’ve not yet spelled out the lead over GMA’s 33%, accord- (42.8%) continued its reign as 47%, or a 14-point lead against Taleb. Fragile suggests anything Lots of them focused around the distinct capabilities we need, to THE officers and members of at the Edsa Shangri-La Hotel fied Public Accountants in the Board of Accountancy, Pro- ing to data from Kantar Media. the most watched program in GMA’s 33%. that is delicate, easily damaged nexus of how we use and what have a ‘Way to Play’ that demol- the Comptrollers’ Circle from with the theme “Promoting In- Commerce and Industry, As- fessional Regulation Commis- ABS-CBN Convergence, The Kapamilya network ruled July, followed by weekend pro- The Kapamilya network also or destroyed, and “by inference we do with energy, water, food ishes competition and creates Lopez Group companies such tegrity, Advancing Excellence.” sociation of Certified Public sion, Securities and Exchange in both rural and urban homes, gram “Your Face Sounds Famil- led the morning block with an does not like harm, volatility, and waste. All these will need new market space using those as Lopez Inc., Lopez Hold- The annual celebration, a Accountants in Public Practice, Commission and Philippine Globe wind down particularly in Metro , iar Kids” (32.8%). average audience share of 39% randomness, uncertainty, dis- drastic solutions on the way we strengths. This is something we ings Corporation, First Phil- big and important event for Government Association of Stock Exchange; “Creating a with an average audience share Also part of the top 10 are versus GMA’s 30%, the noon- order, errors or stressors.” In live and produce the products need to keep working on if we ippine Holdings Corporation, Filipino accountants, was held Certified Public Accountants, Culture of Integrity and Excel- network sharing pact of 42% compared to GMA’s “TV Patrol” (30.7%), “Bagani” time block with 43% compared searching for an exact antonym, and services that sustain us day want to continue creating blue ABS-CBN Corporation, First throughout the Philippines on and Association of Certified lence—How De La Salle Uni- 28%. ABS-CBN likewise led (29.3%), “MMK” (28.6%), to GMA’s 33% and the after- Taleb coined the term antifragile to day—from power, water, real oceans to play in,” said FRL. Gen Holdings, Energy De- July 15-22. Public Accountants in Educa- versity Does It”; updates on the ABS-CBN Convergence part- content provider to the Filipino in Total Luzon with 39% versus “” (25.2%), noon block with 42%, beating velopment Corporation and Accountancy Week was tion. tax reform law; “Understanding nered with Globe in 2013 for audience and the vast reach of GMA’s 37%, in Total Visayas “” (23.5%) GMA’s 36%. Third Generation Holdings spearheaded by PICPA, the During the Metro Manila Blockchain Technology: Risks a five-year network sharing Globe as the leading telecom- participated in the Philippine national professional accoun- Day event, speakers were invit- and Opportunities”; and the agreement to deliver content munications company, both Promos & offers Institute of Certified Public tancy body, together with other ed to discuss topics relevant to “Future of Accountancy: Im- and telecommunications ser- companies have decided to Accountants’ (PICPA) Ac- accounting organizations such the profession. These included pact of Artificial Intelligence in vices on mobile devices through shift their focus in maximizing countancy Week celebration as the Association of Certi- regulatory bodies updates from the Profession.” its ABS-CBNmobile brand. synergies. ‘JaDine’ on SKY PPV; on SKY PPV The network sharing agreement These product synergies - in features will expire in 2018. clude the promotional bundling and Nadine Lus- Kim Chiu and “Never Not Love You” is After a thorough assess- of ABS-CBN TVplus boxes tre give SKY subscribers a and two more horror flicks available to SKYcable, One ment, ABS-CBN Convergence with Globe at Home prepaid cinematic romantic treat via until August 17. Subscribers SKY and SKYbroadband deemed its current mobile busi- WiFi and the availability of SKY Pay-Per-View’s feature can catch the “spooktacu- subscribers, while “DOTGA” ness model to be financially un- ABS-CBN TVplus’ KBO (Ka- of “Never Not Love You” lar” PPV movie lineup along is available to SKYcable and sustainable. As a result, ABS- pamilya Box Office) and iWant until August 17. Also watch with “Ghost Bride,” which is One SKY subscribers. To sub- CBN Convergence and Globe TV over-the-top services to all the JaDine tandem in “Diary another Kim Chiu film, and scribe, call 418-0000 or your reached an agreement not to Globe subscribers, which are ng Panget” and “This Time” “Bloody Crayons.” local SKY office, visit www. renew their mobile network already commercially available. alongside Sylvia Sanchez and Enjoy these movies for only mysky.com.ph/moviesppv or SKYBIZ, Rockwell Land ink partnership SKYBIZ empowers residents of Rockwell Land sharing agreement and to look Meanwhile, all ABS-CBN- Sofia Andres’ “Mama’s Girl.” P99 for seven-day access in text MOVIESPPV to 23662 Corporation’s 32 Sanson by Rockwell with enriching experiences from One SKY after sealing a partnership in a at more profitable opportuni- mobile prepaid, postpaid and Meanwhile, Star Cinema high or standard definition in for “Never Not Love You” and ceremony held in Summit Galleria-Cebu. 32 Sanson by Rockwell in Cebu City will get top-notch TV viewing experience ties in the content business. SKY Mobi subscribers will on SKY Pay-Per-View fea- the comfort of your home or www.mysky.com.ph/starcin- with SKY’s premium HD channels and internet speeds of up to 100mbps. Subscribers will also be treated to video services like SKY On Demand, iWant TV, , and HBO GO which is exclusive to SKY. Present at the signing ABS-CBN and Globe are continue to enjoy text, call and tures “Da One That Ghost on any device anytime, any- ema or STARCINEMAPPV were (l-r) SKY Regional Sales head Larry Ortonio, SKYBIZ Business head Roderick Liwanag, Rockwell Land AVP- exploring new ways and syn- data services until the final date Away” (DOTGA) starring where via SKY On Demand. to 23662 for “DOTGA.” Project Development Chris Gecha and Rockwell Land MPF manager J. Norman Martin. ergies that complement their that will be approved by the business models. Leveraging on National Telecommunications Comptrollers’ Circle officers and members gather at Edsa Shangri-La Hotel for one of the biggest events for Filipino accountants ABS-CBN’s expertise as top Commission. (K. Choa) Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline  Lopezlink August 2018 Councils Lopezlink August 2018  couch potato treats Echo and Yen’s commitment to HR Updates Biz Excellence Celebrity VJ Arci rocks Our very own SKY bags local and int’l awards MYX welcomes marriage challenged in ‘Halik’ ABS-CBN’s Uy-Casipit represents for marketing excellence Arci Muñoz By Kane Choa as celebrity VJ PH in Media Innovation Forum SKY earned honors at the Fax- for August. The JERICHO Rosales and By Kane Choa ies Awards in New York and “Since I Found star in the most daring teleserye of the 2018 PANAta Awards for You” actress takes the year, “Halik,” featuring a story ELAINE Uy-Casipit, OIC- million subscribers who rely on us of ABS-CBN’s digital business. its marketing campaign for over the music of love tested by time and tempta- head of digital media division at for quality entertainment and we She led the group that helped “Game of Thrones Season 7.” channel as bearer tion. It premieres on ABS-CBN’s ABS-CBN, served as a panelist want that number to grow as we the company produce award- The winning campaign of the hippest Primetime Bida on August 13. in Singapore’s Media Innovation grow. We are forging ahead with winning digital campaigns and dubbed “#GOTonSKY” was music videos Rounding out the leading cast Forum, sharing her expertise on our transition into an agile digital spearheaded the launch of vari- recognized in the Marketing and funky tunes. are and Yam Concep- the video streaming landscape company, and we know that we’ll ous digital products and busi- of a Continuing Series cat- OPM hitmaker cion. and the future of the video indus- be able to offer so much more: nesses. egory for creating innovative Ogie Alcasid “Halik” centers on Lino (Jericho), try in the Philippines. more meaningful products and The Media Innovation Fo- multimedia publicity about is the month’s Jacky (Yen) and their star-crossed Uy-Casipit talked about the campaigns, more collaborative rum organized by Alpha Global the HBO series among Fili- “MYX Headlin- love for each other. The two meet expansion of ABS-CBN’s digital ecosystems, more seamless and Network was attended by the pino fans at the Faxies Awards, er,” while Unique Salonga is officially back on the again after years apart, but they are business and its path to digital integrated OTT experiences,” region’s senior media executives which honors the finest mar- music scene under the “MYX Spotlight.” Catch already married to other people. transformation, how the network she said. and brought together industry keting, advertising and pub- VJ Arci on “Pop MYX” until Aug. 11, “Pinoy Now that destiny has given them creates unique user experiences, Uy-Casipit played an integral leaders who shared their insights lic relations campaigns in the MYX” on Aug. 12-18, “Mellow MYX” on Aug. another chance at being together, and its most successful digital role in the continuous growth on changing media trends. cable industry. Celine Vitan, Kathy Maristela and Gel Jose receive SKY’s bronze award 19-25 and “My MYX” on Aug. 26-31. Watch they must choose between fighting projects. It competed against entries for Brand Builder Excellence in Marketing Innovation from PANATA MYX on ABS-CBN TVplus Ch. 12, SKYcable for the love they were deprived of As head of the new One OTT from international entertain- representatives Ch. 23 and SKYdirect Ch. 37. and keeping their promise of forever (Over-The-Top) division, Uy- ment brands such as HBO, to people who may not deserve it. ‘Halik’ stars Sam Milby, Yen Santos, and Jericho Rosales with directors Cathy Camarillo and Carlo Artillaga Casipit supervises the growth E! Entertainment, WE tv and media platforms. Among the of Thrones” on cable and online Also in the cast are Amy Aus- and expansion of ABS-CBN’s USA Network. executions of SKY was a com- via HBO GO, SKY imple- Randy returns to noon- tria, Alan Paule, Precious Lara Christian Bables, Hero Ange- The show is directed by Cathy Bayani. streaming platform iWant TV by The same campaign won a missioned cover of the “Game mented on-ground activations time as ‘TNT’ judge Quigaman, Romnick Sarmenta, les, Chai Fonacier, JC Alcantara, Camarillo and Carlo Po Artillaga “Halik” airs every night after collaborating with the best con- bronze award for Brand Builder of Thrones” opening theme by by featuring the iron throne Cris Villanueva, Almira Muhlach, Jane de Leon and Gab Lagman. under the business unit of Ruel “Bagani” starting August 13. tent creators and OTT provid- Excellence in Marketing Inno- folk group Kontemporaryong in select malls and in TV pro- returns to noon- ers worldwide. She also oversees vation at the PANAta Awards Gamelan Pilipino (Kontra- grams including “Tonight with time to screen continuous product innovations of the Philippine Association GaPi). Kontra-GaPi’s version Boy Abunda” and “MYX Daily aspiring singers and delivery, business develop- of National Advertisers. made the rounds in social me- Top 10,” among others. in the country’s Kyle launches ‘Pangako’ single, music video ment and operations, and content To create buzz about the re- dia and attracted the attention An online video showing biggest singing management. turn of “Game of Thrones” on of international and local news how a TV program like “Game KYLE Echarri, the latest record- competition. He PH’s Top 100 Songs Chart when “Pangako” composed by Ga- “We’ve certainly come a long Philippine cable television via outlets. of Thrones” can bring families ing artist to join Star Pop, Star Digital media division OIC head Elaine Uy-Casipit (3rd from left) discusses joins the lineup of he first introduced his latest pop briel Tagadtad, arranged by Theo way since we launched iWant TV HBO, SKY produced creative To further generate wide- together also generated over Music’s record sublabel for the ABS-CBN’s digital transformation, among others, at the Singapore event “Tawag ng Tang- hit. Martel and produced by Rox in 2011. We now have over eight promotional stunts on various spread interest to watch “Game 2.9 million views on Facebook. younger market, is currently mak- halan” judges that The singer-actor first per- Santos will be part of the young ing waves with the successful includes punong hurado Rey Valera and Ogie Al- formed the song live in the MYX crooner’s upcoming album under launch of his “Pangako” single fol- Special Feature casid. Viewers at home, meanwhile, have a chance Music Awards 2018 held at the Star Pop. Rox is also the overall lowed by its music video premiere to win P5,000 in cash if they correctly choose Araneta Coliseum and launched album producer. on MYX. the contestant who will win the daily round. it on radio through MOR 101.9. Get serenaded with Kyle’s “Pan- A Top 6 contestant in “The Exhibitors showcase all-new lines at 2nd ArteFino fair To register in “Tawag ng Tahanan,” text TNT The single immediately joined the gako,” now available for down- Voice Kids” Season 2 under Team ARTEFINO returns to 8 (space) NAME, AGE, GENDER, ADDRESS daily top hits survey, MOR Pi- loads in digital stores worldwide. Sarah, the 15-year-old soloist Rockwell on August 30-Sep- and send to 2236.Text TNT (space) DAILY or noy Biga10, and has stayed in the Catch the music video on MYX reached the top spot on iTunes tember 2, 2018, redefining the TNT (space) DEFENDING to choose between charts for weeks. on SKYcable Ch. 23. (K. Choa) much sought-out craft fair that the daily winner and the defending champ. launches the holiday buying season. ABS-CBN reflects viewers’ stories with new shows Organized and curated by ‘Since I Found You’: Cedie Lopez Vargas, Susie ABS-CBN is giving its audience a Rounding out the prime time Quiros, Marimel Francisco, Piolo, Arci get second “Ngayon at Kailanman” headlined by the tandem of more intimate viewing experience viewing experience is the return Maritess Pineda and Armita “JoshLia” is one of the Kapamilya network’s teleserye to shot at love with its new teleserye and reality to Philippine TV of Judy Ann Rufino, this artisan fair high- Nathan () and Dani (Arci Muñoz) watch for shows that tell the story of the Fili- Santos-Agoncillo in “Starla,” and prove that love can conquer every obstacle in lights the finest in the Filipino. pino as revealed at the network’s of “Meteor Garden” on August “Since I Found You.” Making the most out of Over 70 selected retailers join vendor prepared new look “The Front Row Experience” trade 20. their second chance at love, Nathan and Dani the collective as it gears up to books and an expanded prod- event at the Marriott Hotel. Kapamilya will also get an ex- have decided to build a future together. Nathan’s bring unique offerings that are uct selection to provide the The network will find its next clusive look at the red carpet of estranged mother Elvie (Charo Santos) tries to sometimes available only to shoppers a different experience. big star through its grand audition the most glamorous evening in the rebuild her relationship with her son, while Janice the overseas buyer or whose “Local is the new internation- show, “Star Hunt.” Meanwhile, Philippine entertainment industry, (Alessandra de Rossi) finds herself falling deeper creators simply have no venue al” is the focus of ArteFino this “” makes its re- “ABS-CBN Ball 2018: Share the in love with James (Empoy). Watch the final week to present their work. year. International quality, sup- turn to TV later in the year. “Kid’s Love,” on the . of “Since I Found You” weeknights on ABS-CBN The fair promises a new porting local entrepreneurship Choice,” an original concept game The trade event also showcased and ABS-CBN HD (SKYcable Ch. 167). shopping experience with new and showcasing artisanal art show where kids will be the judges, what’s in store from other ABS- offerings. ArteFino will have are the key elements of - will premiere this year. CBN units: the “KathNiel” starrer the largest selection of artisans Fino. Prime time shows will continue “The Hows of Us” from Star Cin- outside the export market. The ArteFino continues to sup- to give Kapamilya stories they can ema and “Exes Baggage” featuring four-day fair encourages a wide port local communities with relate to and aspire for. Leading and Carlo demographic to appreciate the the HeArteFino development the block is “Halik” (see story on this Aquino from Black Sheep, the impeccably large selection of program. This year, the pro- page). newest brand under ABS-CBN items made for the gram is devoting its efforts in Other shows to watch for are Films. the fair. supporting living traditions “Ngayon at Kailanman” starring Integrated Sales head August Patrons of modern Filipino that may be lost as the genera- and Benitez said that ABS-CBN “will work is now leading the industry across the country and the world craft will have an opportunity tions that follow these living and “Playhouse” with Angelica never forget the personal and phys- to the next frontier—experiential and the opening of ABS-CBN to see all-new lines from the artists decide to devote their Clockwise from top: Riqueza Jewellery, Casa San Pablo Clay Storytellers, KAAYO Modern Mindanao, Christiana Panganiban and . ical touch,” which is why the - entertainment—with its events Studio Experience in TriNoma. participating exhibitors. Each careers to modern-day living. Manila, Wear Your Culture, Rosanna Ocampo, Jamaica, NVC Foundation Inc., All That Glitters and Fun Nest  Lopezlink August 2018 Lopezlink August 2018  By Carla Paras-Sison Cookie Bartolome: Riding the next wave to consumers’ hearts COOKIE Bartolome, head of pay for unique experiences and “I express my creativity theme parks, talk to owners and ABS-CBN Themed Experi- our products could be among through media. I don’t sing, I operators of theme parks, par- ences Inc., believes ABS-CBN’s these offerings they would want don’t dance, but in Integrated ticipate in conferences, network foray into this industry could be to try,” says Bartolome, who has Marketing we had the oppor- with other operators. Running the start of something big. been concurrent president and tunity to revolutionize things KidZania has been a big help. “We are at an inflection chief executive officer of KidZa- whether in customer market- And I also took the Harvard point in the history of the nia since 2017. ing, consumer marketing, trade Management Program which company. While broadcast 16 years in advertising marketing. So shifting from ad- helped me strengthen my lead- continues to be the driver of She joined ABS-CBN vertising to marketing, the job ership and general management revenue, we are looking for the Integrated Marketing in 2010 was different but also familiar.” skills.” next wave of businesses that after 16 years in the advertising It was her team in Inte- She is excited about a future Clockwise from left: Kapamilya guests learn the technology of the augmented reality game at ARX before they cross the threshold of fantasy and defeat virtual monsters; Are you fit enough to become the next biggest action star? Train and push yourself to the limit at the Action Academy!; Focus and coordination—the two most important keys to could propel the company to business. Making a mark for grated Marketing that led the where ABS-CBN can be so win the co-op game in the “It’s Showtime” Director’s Booth; Bring the experience home! Have a photo “with” the stars! Pose with your favorite celebrities or take over “METRO Magazine’s” cover or invade the poster of your favorite Star Cinema movies; Kapamilya guests enter “Pinoy Big Brother” Breakout further growth. We are explor- creative executions, she none- 60th anniversary celebration much closer to its audiences. ing the business model of sell- theless eventually felt burnt out of ABS-CBN that began Enamored THE STUDIO XP... “studio city” so fans and other What will make the customer The adventure begins at the The P375 XPass Prime for first- 4D films, interactive games and Experience sees visitors com- each other in contests of speed ing direct to the consumer. This by the near-24/7 demands of with identifying who ABS- “Filipinos are enamored. from page 1 visitors can live out their dream happy? How does he want to Walk of Fame which leads to time guests and P350 XPass events such as meet and greets, pleting various tasks within set and strength. In ARX, mean- (themed experiences) could advertising. CBN is, recommitting to its They want to be part of our of acting, singing or competing bond with his family? the Heritage Hall. Here, guests Prime for returning guests concerts and launches with Ka- time limits (see related story). while, up to four players team perhaps be one such business. vision of being content. They ask how they can Studio XP’s conceptualiza- in a Kapamilya teleserye, reality According to Bartolome, can inspect vintage memorabil- gives them access to all the at- pamilya artists. The Reality Zone also ca- up in an augmented reality We could be riding the wave of in the service of enter ABS-CBN, how they tion began with the suggestion show or game show. viewers are curious about what ia and broadcasting equipment tractions except for #Starsnaps The team looks to produce ters to those looking to catch game that will see them going the future. People are willing to the Filipino and can book tours. We imagine so from ABS-CBN president “We imagined so many goes on behind the walls of ABS- as well as a visual narration of and Star Catcher. The P300 local 3D content for the theater, their favorite Kapamilya stars. all out to beat virtual enemies. creating its brand many possibilities, and we will Carlo L. Katigbak to combine possibilities for it,” says Cookie CBN, not knowing that they can ABS-CBN’s history. In the XPass Lite for first-timers and including an “ASAP” 4D musi- Expect the unexpected in While they may also try story making it be hard to replicate because of a flagship experience store with Bartolome, head of ABS-CBN book tours or watch programs as center of the room is a replica P275 XPass Lite for returning cal and interactive multiplayer Celebrity Calling, where the most of the other attractions, clear where the the intellectual property that a pilot for a themed attrac- Themed Experiences, of the part of the studio audience. of the Millennium Transmit- visitors, on the other hand, are games. visitor who is first to answer the guests 12 years old and below company started we have.” tion. The ABS-CBN Themed brainstorming process with the “By bringing that experi- ter, one of the network’s most good for all attractions except “While we saw best examples phone will get to chat one on also have a special area with and where it was Her latest project is the Experiences team together teams of Retail, Licensing and ence closer to people, you sort recognizable symbols. for #Starsnaps, Star Catcher around the world, we tried to one with a Kapamilya celebrity ball pits, tunnels and slides all headed. first branded studio city of Heritage of ABS-CBN called ABS-CBN with the Retail, Licensing and Storefronts head Ina Quiogue of bridge the gap. The vision Studio XP has 15 attractions and Kapamilya Theater. push the envelope and tried to in a random and unscheduled to themselves dubbed Superhe- service Storefronts team took this and and Licensing head Karen was really to bring ABS-CBN divided into the Reality Studio Reality Zone see how it would appeal to cus- video call. roes Playground. Studio Experience. She is es- assembled the best ABS-CBN Coloma. In the end, they took closer to the people,” Barto- and the Fantasy Studio, which The 80-seater Kapamilya tomers in the Philippines, how For a minimal additional To put “a punctuation mark The ABS- pecially proud to showcase the brands into one sprawling their cue from the customer: lome says. may be accessed with an XPass. Theater is the place to go for we would wrap around our intel- fee, visitors can try their luck to the experience,” visitors may CBN look got a “ingenuity and great talent” of lectual property around it—that at the Star Catcher, a claw cap their 2.5-hour Studio XP “refresh” with a the people of ABS-CBN seen Meet the team was our guidepost when we were machine which contains auto- romp with a “funfood” stop new logo, signal- in the content they create. She developing this whole project,” graphed items from Kapamilya at Heroes Burger, which sells ing its determina- considers the process of adapt- Bartolome reveals. stars as prizes, or pose virtually burgers and cheeseburgers at tion to succeed as a consumer ing, repurposing and reinvent- The theater will also be the with their Kapamilya favorites pocket-friendly prices. brand, from its earlier corporate ing how they create content venue for interactive multiplayer for a photo, magazine cover or Thus far, Studio XP is roots. The company staged a to reconnect with ABS-CBN games inspired by ABS-CBN movie poster via #Starsnaps. on soft launch mode but the three-day event at three ven- viewers, who will now be Stu- content. Starlab, on the other hand, response from walk-in cus- ues (Quezon City Memorial dio XP patrons, as both a chal- “‘Misyon: Ang Probinsyano’ offers a more interactive experi- tomers and from Bartolome’s Circle, Araneta Coliseum and lenge and an accomplishment. essentially is a patintero game, ence. Here, visitors can discover counterparts from other theme Marikina Sports Complex) that “I am happy to say that by ‘Ang Propesiya: ’ their star power as they dabble parks has been encouraging. Of became a high point not only and large Studio XP is locally an agawan-base game, except in singing (“Duets”), acting course, ABS-CBN employees for loyal Kapamilya viewers, but conceptualized, developed and that they’re wrapped around (“Eksena”), comedy (“Goin’ and their families who made also for ABS-CBN employees produced.” technology, you use a tablet as Bulilit”) and guest appearances it a point to try out the studio who felt proud of their heritage Her message to “Lope- your joystick to maneuver your (“Fast Talk”). The performance city gave Studio XP a stamp of of service and the promising zLink” readers: “I hope each character,” Bartolome relates. will be recorded for posterity approval. future that awaits them. Lopez Group employee has Beyond the Kapamilya The- and a copy can be sent to the “They were so proud that Bartolome admits she con- a chance to visit ABS-CBN ater, the various attractions in customer via email. ABS-CBN could come up with tinues to be in learning mode Studio XP. Bring your fam- the Reality Zone offers visitors Fantasy Zone something like this. It’s unique, as far as the themed attraction ily and friends. Enjoy what we a glimpse of what it’s like to be a The Fantasy Zone will de- nothing comes quite close to business is concerned. have to offer. Immerse yourself part of their favorite Kapamilya light the more active guests with it in the Philippines. Filipinos “There’s no school in the in something new and unique reality shows. In the “It’s Show- Action Academy, an obstacle around the world can be proud Philippines that teaches you how and of high quality. There is a time” Director’s Booth, visitors course that will pit as many as that we have something like to run a theme park. I have had lot that you can learn and, at the take the role of production crew 20 action star “trainees” against this,” Bartolome says. to immerse myself, visit various same time, you will have fun.” as they execute the director’s instructions on the top-rating noontime show. In “The Voice” Spotlight Open Mic, visitors can choose from a selection of songs as ABS-CBN shows transcend the television screen Front row, l-r: Toni Dita, Jessamae Samson, Ina Quiogue, Cookie Bartolome, Kekil Aloc and Happy Mabulay; Back row, l-r: Mark Coloma, Bryan del Norte, Jed Maralit, Mhark Iral, Jon Moll and Onel they try to impress the judges Velarde. Not in photo: Karen Coloma with their vocal talents, while in FOLLOWING the success These media-based at- visitors will experience the like to become one of Kuya’s “Pinoy Big Brother” Breakout of shows like “The Voice of tractions can be enjoyed at thrill of auditioning for one of housemates awaits guests. and “Minute to Win It”: The the Philippines,” “Minute ABS-CBN Studio Experience, the country’s biggest singing These and other Kapamilya to Win It” and “Pinoy Big the first studio city that offers competitions. In “Minute to shows are bound to win more Milestones Brother,” ABS-CBN Themed visitors a unique and exciting Win It”: The Experience, they hearts as the excitement of be- 2016 an experience store with audiences construction officially starts at wholly owned subsidiary of ABS-CBN Studio Experience Experiences Inc. has developed chance to be the stars onstage will be put under time pressure ing the star of these programs The Retail and Licensing team In August, president Carlo TriNoma Mall in October ABS-CBN (Studio XP) in January innovative attractions that ef- or behind the scenes of their as they play their way to become are within reach through the and Themed Experiences team L. Katigbak announces that 2017 In December, the project Studio XP soft-opens and fectively integrate the equity of favorite Kapamilya TV shows the Last Man Standing, while one-of-a-kind themed attrac- meet in February to explore a ABS-CBN will open an expe- The Retail collection is de- is placed under ABS-CBN 2018 starts welcoming paying guests the programs into a total, im- and movies. in “Pinoy Big Brother” Break- tions available only at ABS- possible partnership to build rience store to better connect veloped and finalized, while Themed Experiences Inc., a The project is officially named on July 15 mersive, hyperreal experience. In “The Voice” Open Mic, out, the experience of how it’s CBN Studio Experience.  Lopezlink August 2018 Corporate Sustainability Museum/Values Lopezlink August 2018  By Dan Lopez Layug ‘Ligtas ang Batang Handa’ Compound Interest Bantay Bata 163, PCCI Finance starter kit for millennials, Part 1: Saving SAVING for the future is very 2. Pay yourself first. After re- more pesos for you. an effective interest Dan Lopez Layug, CFA, founded (USA). For inquiries, proceed to prepare children for disasters important. Savings empower ceiving your salary, imme- 4. Make a financial plan. Set rate of ~20% per an- PeoplePods which provides digni- www.peoplepods.co. us to provide for our families, diately set aside a portion short, mid and long-term num. fied and affordable dorms for min- Layug holds a diploma in Build- By Eva Mae Nares ensure the education of our for savings. goals to help yourself stay 6. L a s t l y , imum wage workers of ing & Property Management from children, support us on rainy It is tempting to pay disciplined. being financially industrial parks. PeoplePods the College of Saint Benilde. He “NOONG gabi pong iyon ay ma- days and even help us give back for expenses (necessary For millennials, literate means was listed in the top “Social En- graduated from Georgetown Uni- tutulog na po sana kami tapos bi- to society. However, if you are expenses and luho) before a short-term goal knowing to ac- terprises to watch for in Asia in versity with undergraduate degrees gla pong lumindol,” Ada Alegrea a millennial like me, you were saving what is left. Some- could be putting cumulate assets, 2018” by DBS Bank (Singapore). in Finance and Chinese Studies and Sebelyeno recalled. not taught financial literacy at times, there may be nothing 10%-20% of not liabilities. His start-up won 1st Place at the from an INSEAD MBA where he Ada, a fourth grader from school. left to save at all. Inverting your salary in Anything that 35th INSEAD Venture Com- was recognized as exemplifying the Sta. Clara Elementary School Those who learned financial the sequence ensures that a bank or safe loses value over petition (France) and the 2017 school’s vision of “Using Business as in Batangas, was one of the stu- L-R: EDC HR Management Group SVP Beth Nasol, Corporate Affairs Group VP Ricky Carandang, Ms. Earth 2017 literacy were taught by fam- you save something. Set investment every time is generally a Kellogg Real Estate Competition a Force for Good.” dents who participated in the Karen Ibasco, Lopez Group Foundation Inc. executive director Cedie Lopez Vargas and EDC Corporate Affairs senior ily, instructed by books such aside savings first, then month. A mid-term liability (new gad- emergency preparedness train- manager Atty. Allan Barcena at the 2018 BINHI Day celebration in Ortigas as “Rich Dad Poor Dad” or pay for necessary expenses. goal could be saving for gets, more expensive car, ing conducted by Bantay Bata Ongoings encouraged by TV shows such Whatever is left will be for the down payment of a etc). Focus on buying assets 163 in their school. as the ’s luho. condominium unit. A long- such as time deposits, mu- Bantay Bata 163 launched Ada Sebelyeno (right, in white jacket) practices the “Ligtas ang Batang “Estudyantipid” which teaches 3. Make use of compound term goal could be saving tual funds or real estate. Native trees highlighted “Ligtas ang Batang Handa,” a ADVISORY Handa” moves with her schoolmates students how to manage mon- interest. Bank time depos- to pay for your children’s Stay tuned for “Finance special campaign designed to The Lopez Library at the G/F Benpres Building, Exchange ey. Though targeting students, its and UITFs allow you college. Starter Kit for Millennials, equip children—identified as sakunang darating para po mag- medical outreach projects na- Road cor. Meralco Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City is in BINHI Day celebration “Estudyantipid’s” content holds to safely take advantage of 5. Pay the full amount of your Part 2: Investing.” Here’s a open and welcomes researchers until further notice. the most vulnerable sector in ing ligtas po tayo,” she said. tionwide. By Kreeshia Share true for working adults as well. compound interest and stay credit card bill, not just the teaser: For a beginner inves- the society—to be ready during Philippine Community “Let us continue this pro- However, the Lopez Museum will be CLOSED in 1. Firstly, save as much as ahead of inflation. This way, minimum. Even low inter- tor, mutual funds offer the best THE country observes Philippine “Trees are critical to our tive trees in hedgerows that will natural disasters. Center International (PCCI), gram for our children because preparation for the institution’s relocation. you can. every peso you save makes est-rate credit cards charge reward for the least risk. Environment Month in June and survival. Our BINHI program provide cuttings to be used for The training was vital for Ada, a nonprofit organization based they are our future…. We will Philippine Arbor Day on June knows this. We plant trees propagating more trees. having experienced an earth- in Dallas, Texas, conducted continue to collaborate with By Carla Paras-Sison 25. Every year, Energy Develop- because we need to. Their last EDC’s business units also quake as a second grader in Bicol, “Ligtas ang Batang Handa” Bantay Bata,” said PCCI mem- Seeds of Hope ment Corporation (EDC) marks breath may well be our last too,” celebrated Environment Month and typhoon Yolanda, which training and donated booklets, ber Lorna Bacani Rosales. the holiday dedicated to planting Vargas said in her inspirational and Philippine Arbor Day destroyed their house, in 2013. whistles, flashlights and food The training was conducted and caring for trees by celebrating message as she stressed the ur- through their respective environ- These major natural disasters she for the children of Batangas in Sta. Clara Elementary PAAFI scholar finds a pathway out of poverty BINHI Day. gency of planting more trees for mental endeavors. went through made her realize City. A staunch Bantay Bata School through the help of the This section features stories of “Amang” Rodriguez Institute practitioner-cum-guidance BINHI is EDC’s comprehen- the future, especially in the face Tree-planting activities were the importance of training. 163 partner through the years, Department of Education and beneficiaries of Lopez Group- of Science and Technology) counselor in a private school sive forest restoration program of climate change. undertaken by employees from “Natutunan ko po na dapat PCCI has supported Bantay the City Disaster Risk Reduc- supported foundations and other and took up psychology.” and held technical positions that aims to reforest degraded Ibasco shares EDC’s advoca- EDC’s Burgos Wind Farm in lagi po tayong handa sa anumang Edukasyon and Bantay Bata tion Office of Batangas. social responsibility initiatives. Since then, working while in the Office of the President- lands, rescue vanishing native cy for sustainable and renewable Ilocos Norte and from the Ne- studying became his routine Philippine Commission on trees, develop ecotourism areas energy. gros Island Geothermal Business CHRISTIAN Ranche, a Hu- until he finished his studies. In Women and IBM Philippines. and provide livelihood to local “As Ms. Earth and as a scien- Unit in Valencia, Negros Orien- man Resources (HR) practitio- addition to the aid that PAAFI In 2014, he passed the board communities. BINHI also pro- tist, it is an honor to use both my tal. Employees from the Bacman 45 community members join ner and consultant, experienced gave, he qualified for free examination for psychometri- tects and sustains the geothermal profession and platform to shed Geothermal Business Unit in many challenges before getting tuition by joining the college cians, becoming part of the recharge as EDC continues to light on my advocacy. …I am Bicol held a tree-planting and Earth Warrior recollection to where he is now. From a choir. Meanwhile, he tried odd pioneer batch of such profes- deliver clean and renewable geo- happy to see people and corpora- river cleanup activity in Sorsogon By Democrito Figueroa and Ana Junio young boy selling various food jobs like distributing flyers for sionals licensed by the Profes- thermal energy nationwide. tions like EDC who share this City, while arboreta were inaugu- items in the streets of Marin- a brand of glutathione, becom- sional Regulation Commission. The theme of this year’s advocacy of upholding environ- rated in the Leyte Geothermal ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapami- resources for the service to oth- Caves and Natural Bridge project. duque to make ends meet, he With his 80-year-old grandmother ing a part-time service crew At the same time, he continued BINHI Day celebrations was mental causes,” she said. Business Unit in Kananga, Leyte lya Foundation Inc.’s (ALKFI) ers. Former and new staff mem- is now a young professional who raised him practically from at McDonald’s and assisting to study, earning a Certificate “#Infinitree: Plant | Protect | On June 30, the employ- and in the Mount Apo Geother- Bantay Kalikasan recently con- Forty-five representatives bers of Bantay Kalikasan at- working in the Department of infancy a good friend in buying and in Teacher Education (Social Share.” ees brought their family and mal Business Unit in Kidapawan ducted an Earth Warrior recol- from Bantay Kalikasan-assisted tended the recollection so that Social Welfare and Develop- sourcing textiles and fabrics in Studies) from the National A short program was prepared friends to the EDC-BINHI City, North Cotabato. lection in Dulag, Leyte. projects in Leyte and Samar at- they might be more effective and ment (DSWD). Ranche is also staff, especially development Divisoria. Teachers College. He subse- for employees at the EDC head vegetative material reproduc- The BINHI program now has The activity aimed to em- tended the one-day activity. They efficient in providing technical a book author and a candidate worker and coordinator Maria ‘A little extra’ quently passed the licensure ex- office in Ortigas on June 29, with tion nursery in Antipolo for 152 partners across 16 regions, power community members included community members support to the projects as well for Master of Arts in Industrial Fe Beltran, who regularly cor- “I tried anything to earn amination for teachers in 2015. Cedie Lopez Vargas, executive a tree-planting activity. More with 9,196 hectares of denuded and to instill the values of in- from Sabang Daguitan Surf as to be one with the communi- and Organizational Psychology responded with him. He re- a decent living and to pay for He started teaching part-time director of Lopez Group Foun- than a hundred participants forests restored in EDC’s geo- tegrity, responsibility, account- Camp, San Jose Skimboarding ties in protecting and sustaining at the University of the Philip- HR practitioner and author Christian Ranche at Kyung Hee University, South members a year when a strong dorm fees. I remained a PAAFI and continued to do so even as dation Inc., and Ms. Earth 2017 from EDC and other Lopez thermal reservations and other ability, service with excellence Camp, San Jose Farm, San Juan their natural environment. pines (UP) Diliman. Korea typhoon hit Marinduque close scholar throughout my college he joined the DSWD in June Karen Ibasco as special guests. Group companies planted na- watershed areas. and sharing of talents and by the Bay project and Sohoton One of the highlights of Born on Christmas Day, to Christmas, which was also years. My sponsor, Ms. Mabelle 2015. the training was the spiritual Ranche’s mother abandoned delicacies that they sourced which subsidizes the educa- his birthday, and they had Ramos, was even so kind as to His book “Disciplines and talk given by Fr. Ramil Costib him during his infancy. His from friends. tion of public school students no food to eat because they give me a little extra aside from Ideas in the Applied Social Sci- New ‘Estudyantipid’ episodes tackle consumer rights, insurance of Our Lady of Fatima Parish, adoptive mother died when he Despite the meager income through a small monthly allow- couldn’t go out to sell. To his the allowance coursed through ences” coauthored with Ritchel By Wenelyn Nicolas who emphasized the need for was three years old, and he grew and having no home, Ranche ance provided by donors. While surprise, he received a package PAAFI,” Ranche narrates. Bernardo came out in 2017 community members to look up in the care of his adoptive persevered in his studies, de- public school education is free of grocery items from PAAFI He graduated Bachelor of and is intended for use in the STUDENTS of Makati High live by the “JaiLene” tandem back on their sacrifices and val- lola (grandmother), who actu- termined to rise out of poverty. in the Philippines until the via LBC, and that was just what Science in Psychology (cum humanities and social sciences School were thrilled when Jairus before the event ended with a ue the hardships they have been ally took him in since he was 14 Most of the time, they had no 12th grade, the cash allowance he and his lola needed for some laude) and now works in strand of senior high school. Aquino and Sharlene San Pedro simple recognition ceremony. through after typhoon Yolanda days old. permanent address because is intended to cover school sup- Christmas cheer. DSWD under the Pantawid Aside from his HR and showed up for the launch of new KCFI was represented by struck the area in 2013. Multiple burdens they couldn’t sustain paying plies, transportation, uniforms, When he graduated from Pamilyang Pilipino Program, Development practice, Ranche episodes of “Estudyantipid.” director for Operations Edric The activity also included Getting through every day rent for a room in their prov- projects and similar incidental high school, he passed the en- doing HR work and assisting is also immersed in research to The financial literacy show, Calma, while Insular Foundation group games, team activities was really a huge struggle for ince. Ranche also remembers costs. trance tests of the University of people who find themselves in help improve the well-being of now on its third and ongoing was represented by senior assis- and activity reflections which him. His identity as a person, multiple burdens in school Special case Santo Tomas (UST) for Music, situations familiar to him. marginalized sectors. He is very season, is a partnership between tant vice president and Public highlighted better communica- security, future and survival like coping with bullying and Ranche was a special case and of UP Los Baños for Cer- “I really wanted to get active in caravans, outreach and Knowledge Channel Founda- Relations head Ana Maria So- tion, coordination, teamwork were among the hurdles in his “judging eyes” because of his for PAAFI because he studied tificate in Forestry. But due to into education or psychology programs of the department tion Inc. (KCFI) and Insular riano. Representatives from the KCFI director for Operations Edric Calma, Insular Foundation SAVP Ana Maria Soriano, DepEd representatives and and camaraderie among mem- life that inevitably shaped his being an orphan and him being outside of the National Capi- the lack of resources, his lola because I believe this would related to solo parents, indig- Foundation. It stars Aquino and Department of Education also “Estudyantipid” stars Jairus Aquino and Sharlene San Pedro grace the recognition ceremony ahead of the sneak peek bers of the organizations. determined and hopeful spirit soft. tal Region, where all PAAFI could not send him to college. equip me to process pain and to enous peoples, street children, San Pedro as Jordan and Marla, graced the launch. of the financial literacy show’s new installments The participants, most of today. Seeing his lola, a senior He was in his second year scholars had resided until This was before free tuition was understand people’s struggles abandoned children, people respectively, who encounter dif- The two new “Estudyantipid” whom were affected by super citizen, work tirelessly to sup- at the Marinduque National then. He communicated with implemented in state colleges more, and inspire others too, with disabilities and people liv- ferent financial situations. episodes focus on essential fi- discussion on how to spend and The second episode, “Pamu- insurance can be beneficial for typhoon Yolanda, gained a bet- port him, Ranche did his best High School when some dis- the PAAFI secretariat by snail and universities, which only given what I experienced grow- ing with HIV as well as people Selected Grade 9 students nance literacy topics discussed in budget money wisely by know- muhunan Para sa Ekonomiya,” the family and for one’s future. ter appreciation of the impact of to help her sell food items. tant relatives (Mr. and Mrs. mail and received his monthly began in 2017. ing up.” from DSWD centers and insti- who participated in the launch schools today. The first episode, ing one’s consumer rights. It focuses on the importance of The new “Estudyantipid” ALKFI’s programs and projects Almost every day, they were out Serafin “Jun” Quiason) referred allowance through LBC. He “Luckily, I found this school Pioneer tutions. got to preview the show’s new “Karapatan at Tungkulin ng shares several tips on becoming investing in an insurance policy. episodes currently air on the in transforming their lives and peddling empanada, buko pie, his case to Phil-Asia Assistance appreciated the sincere concern in Nagtahan (Sampaloc, Ma- After graduation, he im- episodes. They were entertained Isang Mamimili,” is a practical wise buyers. Marla and Jordan discover how Knowledge Channel. in molding their communities. peanuts, balut and other native Foundation Inc. (PAAFI), shown to him by the PAAFI nila) called EARIST (Eulogio mediately found work as HR Turn to page 11 10 Lopezlink August 2018 Lifelong Wellness Interactive Lopezlink August 2018 11 MIGS with iStent: A Sudoku Larga Na! Text and photos by Gerbs de Castro WTT goes to Antipolo: ‘Tara na!’ Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para Text and photos by Gerbs de Castro new and effective way ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, column at kahon. Following in Bonifacio’s footsteps ALMOST 300 Lopez Group poration (FPRC), welcomed of FPRC led the recitation of The participants successfully to manage glaucoma “BIYAHENG Bonifacio: Bi- employees and their family the participants to the walk the Lopez Credo and Values. trudged the steep cemented By Charizze Henson yaheng Bayani ng Bayan” is a members and friends attended sponsored by FPRC with First The crowd then warmed up road inside the compound, tourism heritage promotional the HR Council-Lopez Life- Philippine Electric Corpora- in the stretching and exercise with some of them even doing GLAUCO - campaign of the Department of long Wellness Walk the Talk tion and Third Generation portion. two rounds. MA, the second Tourism in partnership with the (WTT) held at the Eugenio Holdings Corporation. Before the walk, a safety Meanwhile, the 12th anni- leading cause National Historical Commission Lopez Center in Antipolo on Third Gen’s Sarah Naadat briefing was given by -Qual versary of WTT will be held at of blindness of the Philippines (NHCP). July 21. hosted the program while Er- ity, Environment, Safety and First Philippine Industrial Park worldwide, is According to the organizers, Oscar R. Lopez Jr., president win Sandoval delivered the in- Health officer Hajji Khan -Yu in Sto. Tomas, Batangas on Au- usually char- this Bonifacio project seeks to of First Philippine Realty Cor- vocation. Richardson de Jesus sop of FPRC. gust 11. acterized by encourage the public, particularly an abnormally the youth, to rediscover and revisit high eye pres- 16 sites in Luzon associated with sure. the life of the working-class hero “The eye has and promote domestic tourism a ‘drainage sys- at the same time. For each venue tem’ wherein visited, the participant must take fluid normally a photo of himself as evidence flows in and and paste the photos on the free out,” explains “Byaheng Bonifacio” brochure. Asian Eye In- My mom and I went to Tutu- The awardees, with NHCP personnel, wear the official scarves that signify they completed “Biyaheng Bonifacio” stitute glaucoma, cataract, and by the US Food and Drug Ad-  Very Easy ban so she could buy some stuff. cornea and refractive specialist ministration.  Easy For me, it was a grand opportuni- Noveleta Tribunal was located. Dr. Robert Ang. “When this Ang says: “The iStent is so  Medium ty to be photographed at the first Here, Bonifacio, Pio Valenzuela,  drainage system gets blocked, small that you won’t see or feel Hard two sites listed in the brochure: Emilio Jacinto and Pantaleon this fluid can’t flow at its nor- it. It is also made of surgical- HR Council head Cedie Lopez Vargas and FPRC president Oscar R. Lopez Jr. Erwin Sandoval Richardson de Jesus the KKK Foundation Site at the Torres established a provincial mal rate. This causes the build- grade titanium, so it likely won’t corner of Elcano St. and Recto council of the known up in eye pressure, eventually be rejected by the body. Also, Answer to JULY puzzle Ave. and the Bonifacio Monu- as Magdiwang. damaging the optic nerve. This the insertion of iStent takes Solution, tips and ment near Tutuban Mall. On Day 3 a couple of days is a problem because the optic only about five to 10 minutes, computer program One of my former officemates later, we made our second trip to nerve is responsible for carrying so it is minimally traumatic and available at was also interested to visit the Cavite—Indang and Imus, to be information from the eye to the allows faster recovery. Patients www.sudoku.com Bonifacio-related sites. I decid- specific. brain. can return to their normal ac- ed that our next sites on Day 2 The trip started with an LRT “Any damage to the optic tivities more rapidly than the would be the farthest areas—the ride to the Baclaran station, nerve is permanent and can other forms of glaucoma sur- PAAFI SCHOLAR... northwestern part of Cavite. where we caught a bus. Before from page 9 lead to irreversible blindness. To gery.” The third site, Bonifacio Trial the bus turned right to Alfonso- preserve their vision, we strictly Ang is a pioneer in the MIGS “The pain, the hope, my life experience and PAAFI House along Col. Riel St. in Indang Road from Indang-Trece monitor the patient’s eye condi- with iStent procedure in the encouraged me to do development work, to reach out Maragondon, was where the Martires Road, we alighted and tion through regular checkups Philippines. It is recommended to people like me,” says Ranche. Bonifacio brothers, Andres and rode a tricycle to Pinagbarilan and recommend the best possi- to patients who have difficulty His lola is now 80 years old and Ranche recalls her Procopio, were sentenced to Shrine, the eighth site, in Brgy. ble treatment options,” he adds. taking medication, experience sacrifices caring for him since he was an infant. He death on May 6, 1897. Limbon. While there is no cure, differ- side effects or complications Sarah Naadat Warming up is fun to do feels that his lola wasn’t able to enjoy her twilight years The fourth stop was Mt. Nag- From the shrine, we rode a tri- ent treatment options are avail- from medication, have mild to because of him. patong, particularly the site where cycle to the Indang town proper. able today to lower or maintain moderate glaucoma, have un- “My lola sacrificed a lot for me. Despite being a the Bonifacio brothers were be- Right beside the municipal hall the eye pressure at a normal lev- dergone or will undergo cata- The journey kicked off at the foundation site of the KKK in Recto sickly LGBT solo parent, my lola didn’t stop peddling. lieved to have been executed on compound were the Lawton- el. Typically, glaucoma patients ract surgery, and would benefit She almost had no time to rest because we needed to May 10, 1897. bound buses that would pass are given prescription eye drops. from reduction of eye pressure survive for our everyday living.” The tricycle driver said he Imus. We alighted at the inter- a thousand Katipuneros gathered procured by Genaro de los Reyes Those with advanced cases or medication. Empowered could take us to our next destina- section of at the warehouse of Melchora to the Katipuneros. Site number are recommended to undergo For inquiries or appoint- As a scholar, Ranche is very thankful to the gener- tion, Naic. Site number five, Casa Highway and Nueno Ave. and Aquino (Tandang Sora) on Au- 14, check. laser, filtering or other tradi- ments, call 898-2020. ous sponsors who invested in scholars like him, whom Hacienda de Naic, is presently boarded a tricycle to the town. gust 23, 1896 and tore up their ce- Traveling to San Juan, we tional surgeries. However, these he considers as the next generation, the future breed Naic Elementary School. The We then headed to our ninth dula (community tax certificate). made our penultimate stop at surgeries may be too invasive, of human resources and leaders of the country. The building was where Bonifacio Bonifacio-related site, Imus The next day—our fifth and Pinaglabanan Shrine. The Battle have long recovery and can Sports & Wellness small monthly allowance from PAAFI and the hope it stayed after the Tejeros Conven- Plaza. On December 28, 1896, last day—we trekked to Wawa of Pinaglabanan happened on cause various complications. calendar fostered are like seeds which he considers as an invest- tion and signed the Naic Military the councils of Magdiwang and Dam in Rodriguez, before August 30, 1896; this was the Micro-Invasive Glaucoma AUGUST ment that will bear good fruit over time. Agreement. This was also where Magdalo met at the friar estate going to Pamitinan Cave, the first major battle fought by the Surgery (MIGS) with iStent 15: Daredevils Virtual Ranche muses: “Hope is like air and water to he and Procopio were imprisoned house in Imus to discuss the 12th site. Katipuneros. is one of the next-generation Run, 21K/50K/100K/ All smiles even though it’s gray and gloomy the soul. More than the tangible things that PAAFI on April 29, 1897. framing of the constitution and It was in this cave where Boni- The 16th and last stop was glaucoma treatments. 200K. Fee: P900-P1,250. gave, PAAFI empowered me to pursue my dreams to We then headed to Rosario via the possibility of merging the facio, Emilio Jacinto, Restituto Brgy. Krus na Ligas in Quezon According to Ang, MIGS Register at app.takbo. finish my studies. Though a lot of times I wanted to bus, alighting at the intersection two councils. Javier, Guillermo Masangkay, City. The Krus na Ligas Parish is was developed to reduce the ph/all-races/daredevils give up because of discouragement, a still small voice of Antero Soriano Highway and Hopping on a tricycle back to Aurelio Tolentino, Faustino Ma- somehow connected to the Phil- complications of most standard 19: Sandugo Road to reminded me of a bright future waiting. Many times, Gen. Trias Drive. Emilio Aguinaldo Highway, we ñalak, Pedro Zabala and other ippine Revolution as the place glaucoma surgeries. Trail Challenge, 5K/10K/ we just need to be reminded of all the blessings and We arrived at the Tejeros Con- rode a bus back to Manila and members conducted secret initia- where the church stands used to “We make use of a tiny med- 15K (Eastridge Estates, goodness we have in our lives because we are often vention Site, our sixth stop, near then a jeep to Binondo Church. tion rites and wrote “Viva la Inde- be the camp of the Katipuneros. ical implant called iStent to cre- Angono), 6am. Fee: derailed by bumps, disappointments, negative people the boundary marker of Gen. Now called the Minor Basilica of pendencia!” on the walls. Mission accomplished! ate a bypass between the front P350-P700. Register at and circumstances. Trias and Rosario. This was where San Lorenzo Ruiz, this church Back in the metro, we located I submitted my completed part of the eye and its natural sandugoevents.typeform. “Also, I acknowledge the help people gave me the Tejeros Convention was held was where Bonifacio and Gre- the residence of Valentin Cruz, brochure to the NHCP office drainage pathway. This helps com/to/leweud whenever I lost focus and negative thoughts entered on March 22, 1897. The meeting goria de Jesus were married in site number 13, in Pasig. Bonifa- and later returned for the award- improve the outflow of eye flu- 26: Run Against Cancer, my mind. Their mentoring and coaching was a great brought together the members March 1893. This was site num- cio had gathered Katipuneros for ing ceremony where we received id, reducing eye pressure.” 500m/3K/5K/10K (UP help to me, for I was reminded and equipped with the of the Magdalo and Magdiwang ber 10. a meeting in the house of Cruz certificates and gift bags. The Asian Eye uses Glaukos’ iS- Diliman, QC), 6am. Fee: right mind-set to deal with those situations. Moreover, factions of the Katipunan. This For Day 4, which came after near the church. momentous day capped a helluva tent Trabecular Microbypass, P500. Email mybrav- accountability and faith in God helped me a lot in was considered the first presiden- a few days’ hiatus, my goal was We proceeded to the Hagdang byahe, one that’s full of education, the first MIGS device that has [email protected] facing those difficult times. We will never know how tial and vice presidential election to visit site number 11—Cry of Bato Barangay Center in Manda- excitement and even perspira- On alert Ready for the rain on their “parade” been proven safe and effective strong we are until being strong is the only choice we in the history of the Philippines. Pugad Lawin Shrine in Quezon luyong, where the Tatlong Bayani tion as I formally finished “Bya- have.” We then rode a tricycle to site City. Monument was located. In this heng Bonifacio.” (Excerpted from Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline number 7, Noveleta, where the Somewhere in this area, over area, Bonifacio distributed guns http://larga-bista.blogspot.com) 12 Lopezlink August 2018

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