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Lopez Group senior leaders with Lifetime Achievement awardees Atty. Jake Almeda Lopez and Margot Fragante. Insets: The four Unsung Hero awardees

2016 LAA showcases ‘Making Excellence a Habit’ FILLED with excitement and best wishes for everyone, Lopez Group kapamilya trooped to ABS-CBN’s Studio 10 for the 2016 Lopez Achievement Awards (LAA), themed “Mak- ing Excellence a Habit,” on October 11, 2016. Turn to page 6

Hangar C ‘Ano’ng tingin Power Plant …page 2 …page 4 unveiled mo?’ …pageMall 12 presents  Lopezlink November 2016 Biz News Lopezlink November 2016  PHOTOS BY CIAC-CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS COMMUNICATIONS BYPHOTOS CIAC-CORPORATE ABS-CBN reports 50% increase Sec. GL@DENR GL assures IPs: ‘No one in ancestral lands will in net income to P2.85B By Kane Choa be evicted’ ABS-CBN Corporation reported Online, viewership of ABS- vice nationwide under the brand ENVIRONMENT Secretary Resources (DENR) for a dia- The DENR chief likewise a consolidated revenue of P31.1 CBN content also remains SKYdirect last May has brought has assured indig- logue. urged them to help the govern- billion for the first nine months strong with ABS-CBN’s video- in over 70,000 subscribers. enous peoples (IP) from Min- Right then and there, Lopez ment in protecting the resourc- of 2016, bringing its net income on-demand service iWant TV “By year-end, SKY’s total pay danao, who have been holding directed DENR Usec. for Field es in their ancestral lands. to P2.85B, 50% higher compared continuing to garner millions TV and broadband subscriber a series of protest actions in Operations Isabelo Montejo to “Kailangan protektahan nin- to the same period last year. of page views every month. base should breach the 1 mil- Metro , that they will look deeper into issues being yo ang mga resources na nasa ABS-CBN chief financial of- Total assets rose to P74.7B lion mark,” he said. not be evicted from their an- raised by the IPs. inyong ancestral lands upang ficer Aldrin Cerrado attributed as of the end-September 2016 ABS-CBN Global staged cestral lands. “I want you to investigate manatiling malinis ang inyong the growth to strong advertising from P70.4B as of end-last “ASAP New York” at the Barclays “No one will be evicted the various issues being raised, ilog, pati na ang kagubatan. Da- from your land. That is your and address them,” Lopez told hil yan ay para rin sa inyo at sa revenues during the first nine year. The company’s equity base Center where around 9,000 Ka- EDC executives led by president Ricky Tantoco (seated, 3rd from left) and officials of the three co-ops during the months, which were boosted by increased to P30.8B as of the pamilya were entertained by over exclusive right,” Lopez told the Montejo, who in turn assured ating bayan.” ceremonial signing of the PSA election-related spending and end of September 2016. 50 artists. IPs as they continued to pro- the IPs of immediate assis- On the clamor of the IPs to the continued leadership in rat- ABS-CBN’s ventures outside or TFC is now being watched by test against what they claimed tance from the DENR. stop mining in their areas, Lopez as continued plunder and mili- Lopez also enlightened the told them that she has already is- INAEC director Eugenio Lopez III (left) and president Benjamin R. Lopez (right) with DOTr Usec. Atty. Roberto Lim ings of its prime time shows. its TV and studio business have over 3 million abroad. tarization of ancestral lands group on the DENR’s move sued a moratorium on new min- North Luzon co-ops and CIAC OIC Alexander Cauguiran (2nd and 3rd from left) “Our ratings performance is exhibited strong performances KidZania has welcomed over key since we have adopted the as well. 200,000 visitors since the be- across the country. to engage them in the Na- ing projects, while assuring them cost per individual rating point Ron Valdueza, ABS-CBN’s ginning of the year, while the O Lopez made the assurance tional Greening Program, the of immediate investigation on pricing scheme,” said Cerrado. Group CFO, said, “ Shopping Channel has gener- during a meeting with the IPs government’s massive refores- issues allegedly being perpetrat- choose renewable power “We are confident that we will has improved its profitability, as- ated P612 million in sales for at the University of the Philip- tation initiative that doubles as ed by mining companies against pines in Diliman in October. a poverty alleviation measure. the lumad and other minority ENERGY Development Cor- “EDC is working hard and COO Richard Tantoco INAEC inaugurates meet our earnings guidance of be- sisted by cost control measures the first nine months of 2016. poration (EDC) signed a power to move the renewable en- said. On invitation by the IP lead- “Ang gusto namin ay isama groups in the country. tween P3.2B to P3.5B for 2016.” and the continued steep increase “With all these achieve- supply agreement with Ilocos ergy agenda forward. We are “Our 236,000 consumers in Cerrado also said ABS-CBN in its broadband subscriber base.” ments, ABS-CBN is poised to ers and representatives, Lopez kayo sa National Greening “No new mining. I want to went to UP with other senior Program upang magkaroon ng go to agriculture and ecotour- Norte Electric Cooperative thankful that more and more our franchise areas will benefit has an ongoing program to Valdueza said the launch of deliver record earnings perfor- (INEC), Mountain Province customers are giving RE a from sustainable and reliable hangar in Clark manage costs more efficiently. SKY’s direct-to-home pay TV ser- mance this year,” said Valdueza. officials of the Department economic activities—magka- ism,” she said. (Excerpted from of Environment and Natural roon kayo ng pera,” she said. www.denr.gov.ph) Electric Cooperative and Ka- chance and share our goal of power. With baseload power, According to Kantar Media, linga-Apayao Electric Coopera- building a low-carbon world our region’s economic growth INAEC Aviation Corporation president and CEO Alexander the top 10 programs for the director Eugenio Lopez III, Cauguiran, as well as INAEC tive. EDC will be supplying up through clean energy. As we and competitiveness will fur- first nine months of 2016 for to 53 megawatts of clean, reli- help improve electricity sup- ther improve. We are happy president Benjamin R. Lopez officers and staff. free-to-air television nation- and general manager Dexter INAEC Aviation Corpora- Cash dividends on able and uninterruptible power ply in the region, we also with this deal and look forward wide covering both urban and SKY maximizes aggressive to the three electric cooperatives support the region’s goal of to a longer partnership with Ampong recently led the inau- tion, earlier known as Iloilo- rural homes were all produced starting December 26, 2016 un- economic growth and com- EDC,” INEC board president guration of INAEC’s Hangar Negros Air Express Company by ABS-CBN with “FPJ’s Ang C at the Clark Civil Aviation when it was established in 1932 the way from FPH til December 25, 2018. petitiveness,” EDC president Reynaldo Lazo added. Probinsyano” consistently rank- broadband growth with Complex in . by Eugenio Lopez Sr., is an air ing number 1. The company’s FIRST Philippine Holdings Corporation (FPH) on November 3 They were joined by - gov transport service provider to digital terrestrial television or approved cash dividends of P13.75 per share to all Series C preferred ernment officials, including offshore oil and gas producers, DTT helped boost audience shareholders and P1.00 per share to all common shareholders. launch of all-in-one plans Department of Transportation medical service providers, high- ABS-CBN keeps nationwide share with over 1.6 million On or before December 2, 2016, FPH will pay all sharehold- has indicating the interest for both SKYmobi may also be added Usec. for Aviation and Air- value cargo movers, news and ABS-CBN TVplus boxes sold ers of record as of November 18, 2016. launched a new line of all-in- connectivity and entertainment for as low as P499 per month. ports Atty. Roberto Lim and events broadcasters, high-net as of the end of September. one subscription plans integrat- in one plan,” said Claudia Su- “As part of the total SKY ratings lead in October By Kane Choa Clark International Airport worth individuals, and local and ing its cable TV, internet and arez, SKY head for consumer experience, at least 20 linear Corporation OIC and acting foreign companies. video-on-demand services as products business. cable channels can also be ac- ABS-CBN drew more viewers parts of the day. Aside from It was followed by “TV Pa- it sees a continued aggressive One SKY premium plans cessed in the home through any across urban and rural homes prime time, ABS-CBN won in trol” with a rating of 32.8%, growth of its broadband busi- offer postpaid subscription device using . in the country in October as other time blocks nationwide beating rival “” that got ness. plans starting at P1,599 per And out of the home, this same it obtained a national average that include the morning block only 23.2%. The new postpaid subscrip- month with internet speeds on-demand viewing experi- audience share of 45%, a solid with 40% versus GMA’s 36%, “Pinoy Boyband Superstar” tion plans, called One SKY, ranging from 8 to 64 Mbps ence can be enjoyed through 11-point lead over GMA’s 34% noontime block with 45% ver- (30.7%), “” combine access to premium for unlimited consumption SKYmobi. In addition to this, based on Kantar Media data sus GMA’s 33% and afternoon (29.7%), “MMK” and “Home content through innovative ser- paired with a strong lineup HBO GO is also accessible for covering both urban and rural block with 45% versus GMA’s Sweetie Home” (27.4%) also vices that include a high-speed of cable TV channels such as free in the higher 32 and 64 homes across the country. 34%. figured on the list as the most SKYbroadband connection, ABS-CBN HD, ANC HD, Mbps One SKY plans to catch ABS-CBN’s prime time block Ten out of the 12 most watched weekend programs in premium HD cable TV view- S+A HD, NBA Premium HD, HBO favorites such as ‘Game of also led in October, generating a watched programs in the coun- the country. ing via SKYcable, reliable mo- HBO HD, Cartoon Network Thrones,’ ‘Veep’ and ‘Silicon Val- national audience share of 47% try were also produced by ABS- “Magpahanggang Wakas” hit a bile internet via SKYmobi and HD, Disney Channel HD ley,’” Suarez added. last month versus GMA’s 34%. CBN, with “FPJ’s Ang Probin- national TV rating of 23.2% in Leonita Sabando, Environmental Unit head and acting Pollution Control officer for Tongonan plant (3rd from its video on demand service, and History HD, among oth- For more information, log on Viewers nationwide also syano” leading the list with a October, defeating “Alyas Robin left) and Regina Pascual, EDC environmental head (4th from left), receive the PEPP award. Also in photo are (l-r) SKY On Demand. ers. Mobile internet access via to mysky.com.ph. tuned in to ABS-CBN in other national TV rating of 37.4%. Hood” with only 20.8%. DENR PEPP Office head Michiko Navaluna, Asec. Rommel Abesamis, FASPO Dir. Domingo, DENR EMB Dir. Gilbert The launch of One SKY Viewers also watched celeb- Gonzales, DENR Asec. Corazon Davis, EMB 8 Regional Dir. Letecia Maceda and World Bank senior environmental marks SKY Cable’s foray into rities and ordinary players take engineer Gerry Parco convergent services for Fili- Goldlink awarded as Maynilad Supplier of on exciting games in “Min- pinos in the evolving digital the Year Goldlink Security and Investigative Services Inc. was ute to Win It” (22.5%), which media landscape. As an ABS- named Supplier of the Year (Goods and Services) in Maynilad’s annual beat rival program “Wowowin” EDC’s Tongonan plant is lone CBN company, SKY Cable’s Top Achievement for Partners (TAP) Awards held at Conrad Hotel Manila. (17.5%). introduction of One SKY also Goldlink was chosen for demonstrating high level of competency based Completing the list are “Goin’ recipient of DENR’s seal of approval complements ABS-CBN’s on the following criteria: quality of service, technical, timeliness, Bulilit” (26.2%) and “TV Patrol transformation into an agile customer service and ISO compliance. Goldlink is Maynilad’s partner and Weekend” (24.1%). THE Tongonan geothermal recognized by the DENR for Nominees undergo a rigid digital company. has been rendering its services since 1997. Goldlink was also nominated Meanwhile, the most power plant of Energy Develop- exemplary performance in en- evaluation process that in- “Over the past six months, in the Responsiveness Excellence and QESH Excellence award watched programs on iWant ment Corporation (EDC) is this vironmental management and cludes validation of documen- our broadband business has categories. The awards night was attended by top officials of Maynilad TV in October were “Pinoy year’s lone recipient of the Phil- protection. tary requirements and actual and the nominated suppliers’ contractors. Photo shows (l-r) Goldlink been very robust, growing by at Lucky Season 7,” ippine Environment Partnership The PEPP Seal of Approval site inspection by the regional staff director for Admin Estella Ramos and staff director for Operations least 40% versus last year. We “Till I Met You,” “FPJ’s Ang Program (PEPP) Seal of Ap- is given to industries which offices of the Environmental Col. Ronaldo Viray receiving the award from Maynilad president and CEO also realized that most of our Probinsyano,” “,” proval given annually by the De- strive to go beyond compli- Management Bureau. Ramoncito Fernandez and Logistics head Arturo Celso Baranda. broadband subscribers also pur- “The Greatest Love” and “Mag- partment of Environment and ance and are driven to im- The 112.5-MW Tongonan chased cable at the same time pahanggang Wakas.” Natural Resources (DENR). prove their performance with power plant is operated by This is the fifth time that competitiveness, image and Green Core Geothermal Inc., a the Tongonan plant has been supply chain requirements. subsidiary of EDC. Follow us @lopezlinkph on and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline  Lopezlink November 2016 Councils Lopezlink November 2016  couch potato treats ‘Isang Pamilya Tayo Ngayong Pasko’ Christmas Comptrollers’ Circle By Jei-Jei Gertes Biz Excellence SID inspires Kapamilya to rise through challenges ‘Atty. Jake,’ ‘Ms Margot’ honored with STORIES of hardships, struggles Loyzaga, Fifth Solomon, Angeline and successes of Filipinos in every- Quinto, Morissette, Klarisse de Lopez Group lifetime achievement awards day life touch the hearts of viewers Guzman, Jona, , , TWO pillars of the Lopez Group, in this year’s Christmas station ID and Atty. Augusto “Jake” Almeda Lo- (SID), which premiered on “TV as they join kids from the Tondo pez and Margarita “Margot” Fra- Patrol” on November 7. Chamber Orchestra in a flash mob gante, took their well-deserved With the theme “Isang Pamilya performance with ABS-CBN bows as the newest recipients of Tayo Ngayong Pasko,” the star- Philharmonic Orchestra. Lifetime Achievement Awards studded music video featuring The family of “It’s Showtime” from the Lopez Group. Almeda Kapamilya artists, love teams and led by , Vhong Na- Lopez and Fragante were pre- journalists show how Filipinos can varro, , Jhong Hilario, Ryan sented with their awards during rise above any challenging situation Bang, Joey Marquez and Amy the 2016 Lopez Achievement ‘’ down to last and be stronger with our love for Perez, meanwhile, set up a Christ- Awards ceremony. L-R: FPH chair Federico R. Lopez, Lopez Group chairman emeritus Oscar M. Lopez, awardees Atty. Jake Almeda Lopez our family and our faith in God. mas belen at the San Pablo Apostol Almeda Lopez was a class- and Margot Fragante, Lopez Holdings chairman Amb. Manuel M. Lopez, ABS-CBN chairman Eugenio Lopez III and LGFI 3 weeks Leading the way is ABS-CBN Church in Tondo. mate of Eugenio “Geny” Lopez “Be My Lady” is now down to its last three weeks. president Cedie Lopez Vargas chief content officer Charo Santos- Artists from shows like “ASAP,” Jr. at the Ateneo in the 1940s and The series, which tells the story of Pinang (Erich Concio, who can be seen giving an “,” “Be My Lady,” became so close they were often Highest compliment inhaling tear gas and being hit by longed to return to his country Gonzales) who falls in love with Phil (Daniel inspirational talk to scholars of “Doble Kara,” “The Greatest Love,” thought to be related. Almeda Lo- Geny paid him the highest police truncheons as any “Radyo but he was too high on the list Matsunaga) from Singapore, made its debut on Punlaan School in San Juan, where “Pinoy Boyband Superstar,” “Magpa- pez is the son of Tiburcio Lopez, a compliment when he declared that Patrol” reporter. of enemies of the dictatorship to January 18. Directed by Ted Boborol, “Be My The members gather at the FPH Group’s Vice Ganda is also shown sharing who dream of changing their lives and sur- hanggang Wakas,” “,” former governor of Tayabas (now his good friend Jake was the “soul” Almeda Lopez defied the do that. He eventually decided to Lady” also stars Geoff Eigenmann, Janice de new training hall (top); the Comptrollers’ words of wisdom to students. for the better. prised orphan kids from the SOS “Rated K,” “Ipaglaban Mo” and other Quezon province). His mother, of ABS-CBN. He was the kindly dictator’s iron will by leading pro- slip in the country via the south- Belen, Al Tantay, Priscilla Meirelles, Yayo Aguila, Circle core team (l-r): Lanie Caimol, Jingle John Lloyd Cruz, Piolo Pas- Julius Babao, Dyan Castillejo Children’s Village Alabang. ABS-CBN, ANC and DZMM Natividad Almeda Lopez, was the boss that employees approached test actions after Geny was impris- ern backdoor but was arrested. Yves Flores, Devon Seron and . It Hernandez, Gemma Roque, SGV partner cual and have one- and Karen Davila, on the other and Liza Sober- programs also participated in the ’ first female judge. when they needed an advance oned. Eventually, Almeda Lopez When the EDSA revolution airs weekdays before “It’s Showtime.” (Excerpted Vivian Cruz-Ruiz, ‘The Voice Kids’ grand on-one bonding moments with hand, met volunteers of the Re- ano, and Janella SID, which has become a much- He got his law degree from on their salary or had any other was imprisoned himself for a year. happened, Almeda Lopez was from news.abs-cbn.com) champion Joshua Oliveros and Jei-Jei individuals whose experiences are sponse and Action Force Team of Salvador, and awaited Kapamilya tradition. Gertes. Not in photo: Aldrin Cerrado the University of the Philip- request. Almeda Lopez was loyal His prison experience didn’t ready to welcome Geny back proof that nothing is impossible Brgy. Zapote, former delinquents , and Gerald An- The recording video for the SID pines in 1952, placing fourth in to his staff to the point of sharing stop Almeda Lopez from helping and helped him regain control when we remain as one family in who are now certified lifesavers. derson and also joined features “The Voice Kids” coaches the bar exams. After stints with the risks inherent with their work. Geny escape from military prison of ABS-CBN and other Lopez love and in faith. and Daniel Kapamilya in singing the new Lea Salonga, , Comptrollers’ Circle members various law offices and a detour Wearing the blue bush jacket uni- in 1977. He was a key participant enterprises, including First Phil- The pillars of ABS-CBN Inte- Padilla had a Christmas party with Christmas theme. Bamboo and and to Mindanao where he tried his form of a “Radyo Patrol” reporter, in the meticulous planning for ippine Holdings Corporation grated News and Current Affairs children from Noordhoff Cranio- Viewers can spot Luis Man- finalists from “The Voice Kids” in get updated in annual confab hand at ranching, he rejoined his Almeda Lopez would go into the the daring escape from the heav- (FPH), the former Meralco Se- shine the spotlight on people that facial Foundation and Philippine zano, , , the past seasons: Joshua Oliveros, FOR over 17 years now, the This group-wide conference is be- classmate Geny in Manila, first as field to cover a violent demonstra- ily guarded prison for political curities Corporation (MSC). can be sources of inspiration and Children’s Medical Center through Juris, Richard Poon, Iñigo Pascual, Lyca Gairanod, Elha Nympha and Lopez Group Comptrollers’ ing organized annually to update the Lopezes’ lawyer, then at the tion with the regular team. prisoners at Fort Bonifacio. Geny had said: “Jake’s got encouragement to other Filipinos the help of Bantay Bata 163, while , Alora Sasam, Diego Antonnethe Tismo. Circle has held its regular annual comptrollers and accounting and fledgling ABS-CBN in 1961. He In fact, Almeda Lopez would After the successful escape, a good heart, a lot of malasakit, conference on risk management, finance officers on current devel- became the broadcasting giant’s even take the mic and help deliv- he joined Geny in exile in the and so people trust him. He is accounting, taxation and various opments in relevant topics out- general manager in 1966. He er on-the-spot reports using the US and protested the Marcos par excellence when it comes to Janella, Kapamilya singers take center stage in Disney concert regulatory updates. side the sphere of accounting and built the ABS-CBN Broadcast radio name “George.” He would dictatorship from abroad. But interpersonal relationships. …I Turn to page 11 This year, the event was held financial reporting with the end be subject to the same risks of life in exile didn’t suit him. He JOIN , Morissette, Disney songs such as “,” growing up. and presented by Disney Concerts. Center in 1967-68. at the new training hall of the in view of assisting comptrollers Tim Pavino and other Kapamilya “Circle of Life,” “Friend Like Me,” Disney in Concert: Tale as Old as For tickets, log on to www.ticket- First Philippine Holdings Group in their personal development. singers as they bring back memo- “Reflection,” “Under the Sea,” Be Time is directed by Mickey Muñoz netonline.ph. Can Gloria keep her fam- at the Rockwell Business Center This event will also coincide ries and lead a magical night by Our Guest,” “Kiss the Girl,” “Do You in Ortigas and was attended by with the group’s Christmas 4 ‘kapamilya’ hailed as Unsung Heroes ily intact? singing some of the best and classic Want to Build a Snowman” and “For As her memory slowly fades, Gloria (Sylvia San- more than 170 members on Oc- party aimed at fostering fellow- THE Lopez Group hailed its Disney songs in Disney in Concert: the First Time in Forever” from chez) faces the struggle of keeping her family intact tober 12, 2016. ship and camaraderie. newest batch of Unsung Heroes Tale as Old as Time on November well-loved films like “Frozen,” as the identity of Lizelle’s (Andi Eigenmann) fa- The technical updates dis- This year marks the 17th during the 2016 Lopez Achieve- 19 and November 20 at the Kia “Tangled,” “Lion King,” “Beauty and ther has been finally revealed in“The Greatest Love.” cussed the various risk manage- year of the Comptrollers’ Circle. ment Awards ceremony held at Theater. the Beast,” “Mulan,” “Aladdin,” “The As her disease progresses, will Gloria be able to fix ment topics and addressed issues Through the years, it has con- the ABS-CBN headquarters. Of Don’t miss some of the best Little Mermaid” and “Cinderella.” everything before it is too late? Don’t miss the ex- and concerns related to the latest tinuously aimed to provide the four winners, however, two singers in the country, including Viewers will also go down traordinary story of a woman’s love for her children activities being done in accounting, management with real-time, were unable to personally receive Bituin Escalante, Tanya Manalang, memory lane as unforgettable mo- in “The Greatest Love,” after “Doble Kara.” the most recent regulations in tax useful, accurate and reliable their trophies: Mercy Servida was Jef Flores, Arman Ferrer and Julia ments, plot twists and scenes from and the Securities and Exchange financial statements, ensuring in Japan for a study tour, while and Talia Concio, as they perform Disney films that touched the Commission with regard to finan- that individual company inter- Cornelia Lee was confined in the with ABS-CBN Philharmonic hearts of audiences will be shown L-R: Zaldy Naguit, Sheila Estabillo, Mercy Servida, and Angge Lee cial reporting and the year-end ests, processes and procedures ICU at the time of the awarding. Orchestra, under the baton of in high definition. audit reminders and schedules. are aligned with best practices Rizaldy Naguit maestro Gerard Salonga, in a two- With the musical celebration, now complex and diversified many other projects on top of his of distressed youths are impor- The welcome remarks were standards and to promote work- night concert. the young and young at heart will Events specialist, DZMM, ABS- problems of its audiences in regular workload. tant in her new role. She can given by Gemma Roque, group life balance among its members. Families will enjoy watch- surely be delighted as they remem- CBN various parts of the world. Naguit has done a great job also leverage Bantay Bata 163’s comptroller of First Philippine Aside from the Lopez Group ing the performances of iconic ber their favorite Disney films Rizaldy Naguit has been a In his 20 years in ABS-CBN, in establishing strong relation- impressive track record as a non- Holdings Corporation, while activities, the Comptrollers’ Cir- prime mover of DZMM’s pub- his duty was not confined to ships and partnerships, built profit organization in seeking the seminar was hosted by cle is also actively participating lic service efforts for the past 20 the eight-hour shift. Even on on trust and integrity, with volunteers and donors: 371,617 Originals challenges viewers’ perspectives in film fest Comptrollers’ Circle core team in various professional organiza- years. He had risen from being weekends, people would call him DZMM’s public service part- callers counseled or advised member Jei-Jei Gertes. tions such as Philippine Institute a production assistant in ABS- for public service because he has ners from the government and through the hotline; 1,798 chil- has original feature documentaries: “Tisay” transposes his noir inflec- “Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos,” The whole-day affair was of Certified Public Accountants CBN, starting off as ABS-CBN already established a wide and nongovernment agencies. dren rescued from abuse; 56,315 ‘Doble Kara’ still rules made a name for itself as the film Teng Mangansakan’s “Forbidden tions onto a unique milieu. Danny Zialcita’s “Nagalit ang Bu- conducted by SGV & Co. The or PICPA, Association of talent in 1996 and becoming a strong network among partners Sheila Estabillo children given medical attention; afternoon TV festival that breaks new ground Memory,” Paolo Picones and Gym Four first-time filmmakers will wan sa Haba ng Gabi,” Lino Brocka’s speakers were all partners from Certified Public Accountants regular employee in 1999; he and subsidiary companies. Officer-in-charge, Bantay Bata 4,723 youths given scholarships; “Doble Kara” continues to reign supreme in the and opens eyes to new modes of Lumbera’s “Piding” and John Tor- also make their debuts: Petersen “Cain at Abel” and Ishmael Bernal’s SGV & Co.—Leo Matignas, in Commerce and Industry or was named supervisor in 2005 Naguit is credited for the 163 25,153 assisted during field mis- afternoon block and beat the pilot week of its cinema, new forms of narrative res’ “People Power Bombshell.” Vargas’ “2 Cool 2Be 4gotten,” Sa- “Pagdating sa Dulo.” There will also Noel Rabaja, Benjamin Vil- ACPACI, Association of Certi- under the public service depart- setup of Oplan Undas booths in From being a former gov- sions; and 3,937 children given new rival show in national TV ratings. From Oct. and new perspectives of storytell- Seven original narrative fea- mantha Lee’s “Baka Bukas,” Jose be special screenings of Lav Diaz’s lacorte, Editha Estacio and fied Public Accountants in Pub- ment, renamed DZMM Aksyon major cemeteries annually since ernment social worker in Ta- legal assistance. 31 to Nov. 4, the Kapamilya series consistently ing. On its 12th year, Cinema One tures were also given grants, three Abdel Langit’s “Malinak Ya Labi” Golden Lion-winning “Ang Babaeng Vivian Cruz-Ruiz. lic Practice or ACPAPP and the Ngayon Center, which became the year 2000. He is also credited cloban City, then in Manila, it The job requires a lot of per- scored a five- to six-point lead over “Hamakin Originals celebrates this with its to Cinema One Originals alumni: and Jules Katanyag’s “Si Magdalola Humayo” and Sherad Sanchez’s During the break, the group Tax Management Association of the ABS-CBN Tulong Center as the action man behind Takbo took Sheila Estabillo 19 years sonal sacrifice because it goes ang Lahat,” according to data from Kantar Me- new tagline, “Ano’ng Tingin Mo?” “Lily” is Keith Deligero’s first foray at ang Mga Gago.” found footage horror “Salvage.” was serenaded by “The Voice Kids” the Philippines or TMAP. when the public service activities Para sa Karunungan for moni- of dedication in rescuing, coun- beyond normal office hours, dia, having its highest gap on Nov. 3, with “Doble This year will be all about dif- into horror and myth. “Every Room The festival will also screen ac- Cinema One Originals runs grand champion Joshua Oliveros. The Lopez Group Comp- were integrated under it in 2014. toring the grades and the status seling and helping children for often entails personal risk from Kara” hitting 17.6% versus its rival’s 11.3%. Don’t ferent ways of looking at the same is a Planet” resumes Malay Javier’s claimed foreign films as well as a from November 14 to 22, 2016. On December 16, 2016, the trollers’ Circle core team in- Naguit played a key role in of the students, managing their her to become officer-in-charge emotional or unstable clients, miss the newest chapter of “Doble Kara,” week- thing. fondness for juxtaposing science slate of the best horror films. Screenings will be at Trinoma, Comptrollers’ Circle will hold its cludes Roque, Gertes, Jingle the evolution of public service allowances and providing them of Bantay Bata 163. and is far from being a lucrative days after “It’s Showtime.” For the first time, Cinema One fiction with youth culture. And Among the restored classics to Glorietta, Gateway, Greenhills annual general assembly at the Hernandez, Lanie Caimol and efforts of DZMM, from ad- with school supplies and uni- Estabillo’s years of experience profession. Originals gave grants to three Borgy Torre’s basketball crime film be showcased are Mario O’Hara’s and Cinematheque. ELJ Communications Center. Aldrin Cerrado. dressing simple concerns to the forms. He did all these among in personal or online counseling Turn to page 11  Lopezlink November 2016 Lopezlink November 2016  1. Lopez Group chairman emeritus Oscar M. Lopez By Carla Paras-Sison 2. Lopez Holdings chairman Amb. Manuel M. Lopez FOR Benjamin “Ben” Liboro, tion) and ESH (Environment, 3. Hosts Xian Lim and the 4th generation of program director of the Lopez Safety and Health) standards, Lopezes, Erica Abello and Marianna Vargas Achievement Awards (LAA) Six Sigma and the Malcolm 4. Martin Vargas 5 and concurrent president of Baldrige framework for qual- 5. Digital Media Division, ABS-CBN Asian Eye Institute, one of the ity. When OML became 6. First Philec Team great things about the Lopez Group chair in 1999, he ex- 7. Digital Media Division, ABS-CBN 2 3 4 Group’s business excellence panded the coverage 8. DTT Team, ABS-CBN recognition program is its being of the quality 9. OTWOL Team, ABS-CBN a running history of the great programs to 10. Digital News Gathering Specialists of ABS-CBN achievements of the different the rest of 11. Team, ABS-CBN companies of the Group. the Lopez 12. Programa Genio Team, ABS-CBN-ALKFI 6 He says: “Every five years, Group. 13. PFA for Public School Teachers Team, KCFI we publish a compendium L i b o r o 14. EDC CSR Team and in it you will read about was part of 15. and the Top 3 “The Voice Kids” companies, some of which are the ad hoc Season 3 winners 16. Jaya with 17 16 15 17. , Denise Laurel and Tim Pavino Ben Liboro and Ross Hamo Jr.: 2016 LAA... said OML of the winners in his Every Play: ABS-CBN’s You- Threatened Philippine Tree Achievement Award. 7 from page 1 inspirational message. Tube Monetization Strategy; Species Through the Binhi Tree “The truth is, if we are to ac- To the semifinalists, the the DTT Marketing Team’s for the Future Project by the knowledge the Group’s present Business excellence champs The LAA attendees were chairman emeritus also offered Changing the Landscape of EDC CSR Team. success, we should turn to the delighted to see the senior a word of encouragement, saying Philippine Television with the Joining the LAA winners second generation of Lopezes. not with the Group anymore. Business Excellence team that the different LAA categories to families. Lopezes, in particular Lopez “The margin between winners Launch of ABS-CBN TVplus; were four Unsung Heroes and And I refer to Oscar M. Lopez, You will read about people, scouted models of recognition make them even more relevant Hamo says he aspires to be Group chairman emeritus and non-winners has always been and the OTWOL Team’s OT- two Lifetime Achievement Manuel M. Lopez, Steve Psina- some of whom may have programs a couple of years be- to the times and supportive of a person of significance in any Oscar M. Lopez (OML) and exceedingly thin, and if you have WOL ACHIEVED!: The 360 Awards recipients. kis and, of course, Geny Lopez, already passed on. But there, fore the LAA began giving out the strategic directions and area to which he is assigned. Lopez Holdings chairman and been nominated for the Lopez Multi-Platform Synergy of On Hailed as this year’s Lopez and to the third generation of 8 it is recorded that we (the annual recognition in 2002. objectives of the Lopez Group, “I want to be able to con- CEO Ambassador Manuel M. Achievement Awards and have the Wings of Love. Group Unsung Heroes were Lopezes, under the leadership Group) did something good. As a leader, he feels constantly thereby contribute to further tribute my best and to strategi- Lopez (AMML) gracing the made it to the judging round as Digital News Gathering’s Zaldy Naguit, DZMM events of Gabby Lopez and Federico When I think back to those challenged to make things strengthening the conglomerate cally support the direction set annual event. semifinalists, then you are in very Shoot-Edit-Transmit and specialist; Sheila Estabillo, Ban- Lopez,” he said. days before 1986 [when chair- successful. For the LAA, his via collaboration,” says Hamo. by the senior leaders of the The winners, who were privileged company. Drone Technology, the entry tay Bata 163 officer in charge; “Tonight, there was evidence man emeritus Oscar M. Lo- primary goal is to protect the Solid HR management group. And that’s where I wish trimmed down to 10 from a pool “In my book, you also are from the Digital News Gather- Mercy Servida, Lopez Museum through the presence of the pez (OML) returned to head integrity of the program. experience LAA to be: to be an effective of 18 semifinalists out of the winners…. Continue with your ing Specialists of ABS-CBN, head librarian; and Cornelia fourth generation of Lopezes First Philippine Holdings “We need the trust of the Carrying with him more vehicle in strengthening the original 55 entries, represented exemplary work and I am con- triumphed in the Operations “Tita Angge” Lee, ABS-CBN that, indeed, we will last for at Corporation (FPH)], people Lopez family and of the CEOs than nine years of solid HR Lopez Values, the culture of ABS-CBN, First Philec, Knowl- fident that you will eventually Management category. talent coordinator. least until the end of the cen- 9 also did very good things that to administer a program like management experience as excellence, as well as the com- edge Channel Foundation Inc. all make it as winners,” OML ABS-CBN scored another Servida’s award was ac- tury,” he concluded. had to be done to survive, but this. We cannot undermine the former HR Head of a company petitiveness and sustainability (KCFI) and Energy Develop- exhorted. win in the Corporate Image- cepted on her behalf by Dulce In his closing remarks, who remembers them today? values they uphold by recogniz- from the Ayala Group, Hamo of the Lopez conglomerate.” ment Corporation (EDC). They ABS-CBN and First Philec building category with SAL- Festin-Baybay of Lopez Group AMML said: “These achieve- Would we still be around if ing the wrong things. The LAA first joined the Lopez Group Liboro tells LopezLink received their respective team and staked their claim on the Cus- AMAT DOK: The Doctor is Foundation Inc. Lee’s daugh- ments will stand the test of time, they didn’t do the good things remains as a channel for showing through Adtel Inc. where he readers to take inspiration from individual trophies and cash priz- tomer Focus category as they Out...Caring and Curing the ters, meanwhile, thanked the because they can be replicated by that they did?” appreciation to our fellow work- worked for over four years as the stories of LAA winners. es from OML, AMML, ABS- picked up the first trophies of Hopeless by the Salamat Dok Lopez Group on behalf of Lee, those with similar values, by those Ups and downs ers in the group. Of course, our director for the Corporate Ser- “If you really get into the CBN chairman Eugenio Lopez the afternoon. The Kapamilya Team. who has been hospitalized since with similar passion for the good. Liboro was among 22 regu- hearts also go out to the non- vices Group comprised of HR, stories, you will learn why people III (EL3) and First Philippine network’s Digital Media Division Completing the roster of this summer. These achievements will inspire 10 lar employees OML found at winners. We don’t want people Quality Management, Purchas- do the things they do, what mo- Holdings Corporation (FPH) (DMD) won for OTWOLista. victors in the LAAs were the Lifetime Achievement others to do well, if not better FPH when the Lopez fam- to go unrecognized, but we can ing, Logistics and Warehous- tivates them (toward excellence). chairman and CEO Federico R. com: Creating an Addicting Af- three winners in the Public Awards were bestowed on than their predecessors. These ily decided to rehabilitate the only encourage them. We have ing. He was also concurrently You’ll see that they do it for their Lopez. ter-Show Habit, while the First Responsibility category—Em- Margarita “Margot” Fragante achievements fuel the momen- businesses forcibly taken away to respect the way the judges see designated during his last two companies, for themselves, for “Each of them, each of their Philec team was cited for Project powering the Youth through of Lopez Inc. and Eugenio Lo- tum for continuous improvement. from them under martial law. their achievements.” years as the operations head of their colleagues, for their own stories, represents our core Renaissance—Recovering the Education with a Heart by pez Foundation Inc. and Atty. And the discipline for continuous He joined the company in Active involvement Adtel’s subsidiary, Accesslink. reasons; but seldom will they do values at work. All our award- Meralco Business. the Programa Genio Team Augusto “Jake” Almeda Lopez improvement is what drives the 1979 and has seen it go through For Rosendo “Ross” Hamo In 2006, he joined FPH as it for money or for awards. Take ees remind us that we succeed The Kapamilya network of ABS-CBN, Psychological of ABS-CBN, FPH and other Lopez Group, as championed by many ups and downs as it navi- Jr., LAA program manager HR manager to handle learning inspiration from that.” at what we do, and we do so dominated the Business Man- First Aid: Mental Wellness companies in the Lopez Group. the LAA, to make excellence a 11 gated through business cycles since last year, he is grateful to and development, integrating Hamo invites all Lopez excellently, because our values agement category, with three for Educators by the PFA for Battle-tested veterans as well habit among all of us.” in uncertain times, and then note the very active involvement the function, linking it to corpo- Group kapamilya to aspire to guide us in what we do and give teams making it to the winner’s Public School Teachers Team as close personal associates of AMML attended his first transformed itself into the of the Lopez family and the rate strategies and objectives, and be counted among the best of meaning to what we achieve,” circle: the DMD’s Profit with of KCFI, and Mainstreaming the Lopez family, Fragante and LAA ceremony after a six-year conglomerate that it is today. support of most senior leaders establishing metrics. He was also the best in the Lopez Group. Almeda Lopez between them tour of duty as Philippine am- “Early on, OML under- and employees for the program. concurrently assigned to manage Learn from LAA winners had served the Lopez Group bassador to Japan. Meet the team stood that to survive, especially On the other hand, the chal- in an ad hoc capacity the Lopez “Learn from and be inspired for more than a century. A trio of fourth-generation in manufacturing and power lenge lies first in enhancing the Lifelong Wellness initiative in by examples set by the LAA win- AMML considers Almeda Lopezes added spice to this generation, we had to compete appreciation of all employees behalf of the Lopez Group HR ners, the Unsung Heroes and the Lopez his mentor. “Jake has year’s LAA. VJ Erika 12 against our traditional com- of the real value of the excel- Council in 2011. His two-year Lifetime Achievement awardees. been a mentor to me and to a Abello and OML Center proj- petitors and against foreign lence program and, second, in tour of duty with Lifelong Well- They showcase and serve as in- lot of people. Kapamilya talaga ect coordinator Marianna Var- companies entering the Philip- harnessing internal expertise in ness saw the engagement of the dicators of the Group’s strength yan, tried and tested,” he said. gas hosted the program with pines. Many local conglomer- support of the program. senior executives during their at a certain point in time. Always On the other hand, he calls Fra- actor Xian Lim, while Martin ates were expanding beyond “Excellence requires the in- respective companies’ Walk the give your best and aspire to be gante his mom’s “alter ego.” He Vargas led the recitation of the their traditional areas, so we stallation of certain disciplines, Talk (WTT) sponsorships, the counted among them. Also, be said: “Margot is more than just Lopez Values and Credo. had to be competitive. The first processes, systems and stan- formal inclusion of the Emer- a hero for others by nominating my dad’s secretary. She is family Rounding out the program thing he did was to benchmark dards from planning to execu- gency Response Team of Energy deserving individuals and teams. to us. I don’t think my mother were guest Kapamilya perform- 13 against international best prac- tion. These must be owned by Development Corporation into Let them be recognized! Nomi- could have done it without her. ers and stars, including Elha tices,” recalls Liboro. everyone concerned. We have the WTT program core team, nate and be part of the lifeblood She is my mom’s alter ego.” Nimfa, “The Voice Kids”Season 2 Continuous to show to our leaders how and the successful staging of the of the program, help ensure the For EL3, “Nobody else can grand champion; , “X improvement these are relevant and why they values-themed Lopez Group continuous celebration of excel- talk about ‘In the Service of the Factor UK” finalists; Darren Es- That was how the FPH have to be continuous, in order Palaro in 2011. More WTT lent achievements by great peo- Filipino People’ in such an in- panto and the Top 3 “The Voice group began continuous im- to sustain their support. We also activities were done in new ven- ple and colleagues, and keep the timate and selfless way the way Kids” Season 3 winners; Sam provement through the adop- have to turn to internal subject ues within and outside of Metro inspiration and the fire burning L-R: Lopez Achievement Awards program manager Rosendo Hamo Jr., program coordinator Karen Ventura, Atty. Jake could.” Concepcion, Denise Laurel and tion of ISO (International matter experts and have them Manila, with very strong partici- as we rally as one towards greater secretariat Glenda Discutido and program director Benjamin Liboro Almeda Lopez expressed his Tim Pavino; and Jaya and Jona 14 Organization for Standardiza- join us in shaping and reshaping pation from employees and their heights.” appreciation for his Lifetime Viray.  Lopezlink November 2016 Corporate Sustainability Museum/Values Lopezlink November 2016  How to treat disaster Ongoings By Thea Garing and Yna Musico are brought in as collaborators survivors, especially children in museum research. By Dulce Festin Baybay and Niña de Sagun Workshop on Field Notes is in line with scientific the museum’s current exhibi- IF you are asked to talk to or assist services to survivors. Listen. Stabilize the survivor tion Exposition that features Fr. children who are victims of natural The dos and his surroundings. Gather in- illustrations on Manuel Blanco’s Flora de Fili- or man-made disasters, be careful • Promote safety. Give the ba- formation and support his efforts November 12 pinas, one of the first compre- with what you say. Your tone or sic needs of the survivor and to cope with his situation. On November 12, Rolf Cam- hensive projects undertaken to manner when helping a survivor where and how to simply get Link. Provide practical as- pos and Aissa Domingo— art- create an account of indigenous can either help the child feel bet- more provisions. sistance and connect or link him ists from the National Museum plants in the Philippines during ter or contribute to his feeling • Promote calm. If in the mood up to services and social support. of the Philippines—will lead a the 18th century. panel discussion and workshop, Liv Vinluan, one of the fea- L-R: EDC president Ricky Tantoco, Sorsogon Gov. Robert Rodrigueza, Vice President Leni Robredo, Rockwell Land worse than he does already. to talk, listen attentively to the The PFA video episodes made Field Notes, at the Lopez Mu- tured artists of the exhibition, CSR manager Vicky Riosa and Department of Education officials Here are guidelines from story of the survivor in a friend- in partnership with ABS-CBN ’s mod- ly and compassionate manner. Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation seum. will also make a presentation ule on psychological first aid There is no right or wrong in Inc. and the Psychological Asso- Early practices in scientific on other artists who have influ- Lopez Group builds 4 class- (PFA) focusing on how to treat his feelings so just listen. ciation of the Philippines and documentation used sketches enced her to look at scientific The Orchestra of the Filipino Youth serenades the afternoon crowd Artist Liv Vinluan (left) with her work Ang Cabilogan nang Isang children after a disaster. • Promote connectedness. Help hosted by Atom Araullo were and more intricate drawings to illustrations as inspiration for Cuadranggulo The don’ts them talk to other members produced in 2015 as one of the assist in the identification of her own art practice. rooms for Bicol schools • PFA does not force people of their families and if pos- contents of Knowledge Channel’s species. In the absence of quick Registration is at P350 for Halves of a Whole were on view and to flesh out the artists’ By Toni Nieva to share their stories. Do not sible bring them together. teacher-training Learning Effec- and accurate photography, il- students and senior citizens and free of admission. Children and perspective of the show. From force survivors to talk of their • Promote self-efficacy or self- tively through Enhanced and Evi- lustrations played an important P450 for adults. This is inclusive adults alike were treated to a cartographical treasures to ar- THE Lopez Group led by En- turnover ceremony in Rizal Inte- Rodrigueza thanked EDC for personal experience if they help. Encourage survivors to dence-based Pedagogies or LEEP. role in properly accounting of workshop materials. Prereg- museum experience crafted chitectural elements, the two ergy Development Corporation grated National School delivered implementing programs that do not want to. Respect their help themselves. They aim to guide teachers for scientific discoveries. Field istration is required as slots are by the Lopez Museum team, artists explained the narratives (EDC) and Rockwell Land the keynote message. benefit many Sorsoganons. desire for silence and privacy. • Promote hope. Give them and principals in addressing notes carried by scientists and limited. ensuring an enjoyable learning behind their works. Corporation completed the “With the ever-chang- The Lopez Group companies Give simple reassurances that the chance to start again with the psychological first needs other researchers on site con- experience. Donors of Eugenio Lopez construction of four typhoon- ing climate and frequency of started the school rebuilding • everything will be okay or say services that can help them. of children in calamity- and tain instances of art and science In the afternoon the Or- Foundation Inc. from the Lo- resilient classrooms in the Bicol extreme weather events, the project in February 2014, initially “At least you survived.” PFA has three core actions: disaster-stricken areas and for a coming together towards a Art, music chestra of the Filipino Youth pez Group can avail of a 50% region. About 180 students will more we need to typhoon-proof in support of the reconstruction Make promises that may not Look. Make a survivor feel that more effective instruction. common goal—discovery. filled the galleries with music, discount off the entrance fees. benefit from the new classrooms structures such as school build- efforts of the Office of the Presi- • come together be kept. he is saved and that you are PFA episodes are uploaded Field Notes will teach partic- treating the guests to several Exposition and Two Halves of a in Nagutgot Elementary School ings to ensure that the educa- dential Assistant for Rehabilita- Give your opinion or criticize there to provide his basic needs online and can be exclusively ipants the basics of illustrating in Museums pieces, from Mozart’s Allegro Whole will run until December in Manito, Albay and Rizal tion of the youth will not be tion and Recovery. The project • insufficient or lacking basic like food and clothes. viewed through kchonline.ph. specimens and other artifacts, Molto to the enjoyable Kalesa 23, 2016. Integrated National School in interrupted. The Lopez Group was eventually expanded to and stippling and freehand and Galleries by Ernani Cuenco. The Lopez Museum is at the Rizal, Sorsogon. is committed to help them gain benefit other provinces that were drawing. Proving the continued Month As another special event, ground floor, Benpres Building, Cian Dayrit (right) shares the inspiration behind his tapestry maps EDC president and COO access to quality education and hit by calamities. relevance of scientific illustra- The museum on October 15 Exposition guest artists Cian Exchange Road corner Meralco Richard Tantoco and Rockwell a conducive learning environ- Under the project, the Lo- Monica’s Minions wins OML Center tion in the age of photography hosted a free museum day in Dayrit and Liv Vinluan , City. Museum access to exhibitions and library books from the lending section Land corporate social responsibil- ment,” Tantoco said. pez Group constructed 150 and electronic documentation, celebration of National Muse- walked through the galler- days and hours are Mondays to resources by signing up for the and get discounts on lectures, By Arianna Lim ity manager Vicky Riosa led the Robredo commended EDC typhoon-resilient classrooms ‘hackathon’ with KASALI app the workshop will bring to light ums and Galleries Month. The ies with the museum guests Saturdays, except holidays, 8 Lopez Museum membership workshops and services for only turnover of the new classrooms. for its CSR programs, particu- housed in 66 school buildings the processes in which artists exhibitions Exposition and Two to shed light on their pieces a.m.-5 p.m. Avail of unlimited program. Members can borrow P1,500. Vice President Leni Robredo larly those focused on education. located in 30 cities and munici- who was the guest of honor at the Likewise, Sorsogon Gov. Robert palities in 11 provinces. Special Feature Bantay Kalikasan community bags Best in Tourism Product award Giving is receiving W E ’ V E Tsaa Laya: Top tea! THE Department of Tourism culture, tradition and heritage of Dubbed “dream weavers,” the a l w a y s Oils of Life, P650 (DOT)-Region 12 recently South Cotabato, Cotabato City, Blaan women weave tabih, a tra- Packed by Kapwa Greens, a The winning team with Marianne Quebral, OML Center executive director (left); Benjamin R. Lopez, First Philippine preached awarded the Lamlifew Village Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani and ditional ikat-dyed fabric. This na- social enterprise based in the Holdings Corporation VP (2nd from left); Agnes de Jesus, FPH chief sustainability officer (5th from right); and Dr. the benefits of Museum and Blaan School of General Santos City. tive fabric and the weaving skills Southville 7 resettlement com- Rodel Lasco, OML Center scientific director (right) doing one’s holiday Living Traditions in Sarangani The Lamlifew Tribal Wom- of Blaan women make their munity, Tsaa Laya rediscovers shopping early. These the Best in Tourism Product: en’s Association, the people’s creations marvelous. Most of their IN the science-dominated field and private sector, academe Team 220 came in second the herbal traditions of the gift options will not Heritage Conservation at the organization that takes care of designs are based on their dreams. of climate change, there is a gap and civil society discussed how place with an app called Med Philippines into an exquisite only help you com- first SOX Awards. the Lamlifew Museum, is one Through the financial sup- between the technical solutions adaptive solutions can play key Prep, which strives to enable a tea experience. It is a premium 13-inch eco plete your Christmas The DOT launched the SOX of the communities of Bantay port of Sen. Manny Pacquiao, to climate-related risks and the roles in their respective sectors. proactive health sector. It was tea brand that explores and laptop sleeve, list ahead of most P950 Awards not only to boost the Kalikasan, the environment Bantay Kalikasan and the local people who most need to use Monica’s Minions, the re- developed by Dexter Enrick promotes the local herbs, fruits everyone in the tourism industry of the region arm of ABS-CBN Lingkod government of Sarangani put up them. cipient of the grand prize of Edep and Dale Wilson Garcia, and spices of Philippine islands metro, they are also but also to celebrate the rich Kapamilya Foundation Inc. a multipurpose center, a In an effort to bridge the P100,000, developed an inter- who took home P50,000. as modern tea ingredients. For our favorite kinds of weaving center, weaving imple- divide, the Oscar M. Lopez active disaster adaptation app The winners were chosen by more info, email info@tsaalaya. gifts: the ones that Bignay ments and a cafeteria for Center launched Hack the called KASALI. a panel of judges who reviewed com or call 0915-8493162. Christmas campaign shirts, keep on giving! (Miko Aliño) wine, P500 a complete tourism experience Climate: Business Unusual at The app leverages the popu- the products based on technical P350-P380 each of the place. The local govern- PLDT Innolab in September. larity of noontime TV, with soundness, originality, viability Christmas shirts Go with G Stuff ment has launched the Sulong The country’s first eco-centric hosts incentivizing users to and impact/relevance. from ABS-CBN G Stuff was created out of a Sarangani program in partner- “hackathon”—themed “Respon- download and use the app; this Store Healthy ship with Bantay Kalikasan to sible business adaptation and allows the app to collect and desire to conserve the natural Lather, showcase the unique culture and its benefits to community resil- report demographic informa- Celebrate the holidays with beauty of the Philippines while P350 BAYAN Academy offers your family in these Christmas growing sustainable wealth extraordinary skills of the tribe. ience”—hosted over a hundred tion to authorities for disaster the following certificate Situated in the municipal- students and professionals who risk evaluation. KASALI relays shirts from the ABS-CBN and creating stability in local training courses this month: Store as seen in the 2016 ity of Malungon in Sarangani, brought fresh eyes to the chal- data from official sources to November 11: communities. By directing Strategic ABS-CBN Christmas station profits from the sales of these Lamlifew is one of the many lenge of coming up with creative users, and an algorithm devel- Planning and Management ID. Available in four colors in premium products back into LGFI cited for boosting Guimaras products communities of Bantay Ka- responses to climate risks. oped at the “hackathon” turns November 24-25: Finance The Department of Trade and Industry branch in Iloilo recently presented sizes from XS to 4XL. Order supporting local social and en- likasan nationwide. Bantay Over the course of three this into geo-targeted, easily for Non-Finance a certificate of appreciation to Lopez Group Foundation Inc. (LGFI) for Kalikasan endeavors to cre- days, participants were guided understandable information. online at www.abs-cbnstore. vironmental projects, G Stuff continually supporting and showcasing Guimaras products at Power Plant Practitioners com or visit the ABS-CBN aims to eradicate poverty while ate model communities that by experienced IT mentors The KASALI team is made For rates, call 426-3140. Mall in Rockwell where hundreds of thousands of pesos were raised to help live harmoniously with nature and scientists from the OML up of Mac Valmores, Ely Apao, Store at the ground floor of protecting the natural environ- local producers. Receiving the award on behalf of LGFI is Nono Zaragoza Bayan Academy reserves the ELJ Building. (Pia de Leon) ment. through environmentally-sus- Center. On the first day of the Nelson Dolot, Lorenzo Miguel right to change course dates. Tsaa Laya canister, P250-280 (loose-leaf tea); P290 (10 teabags) (leftmost). (D. Festin-Baybay) tainable livelihood programs. event, speakers from the public Villalon and Monica Labbao. 10 Lopezlink November 2016 Lifelong Wellness Interactive Lopezlink November 2016 11 Sudoku Larga Na! Text and photos by Gerbs de Castro CanBy Charizze Hensondiabetes affect your vision? Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para DIABETES is a major cause The leakage may cause ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, The perks of summiting Mt. Manabu column at kahon. of blindness. other serious vision prob- SINCE the “Christmas air” was After more than 20 minutes of At the sum- According to Asian Eye In- lems, such as macular just around the corner, we de- mostly uphill climbing, we rested mit, you could stitute retina and vitreous disease edema or swelling in the cided to scale another product in a huge hut (Station 5) owned see Mt. Maculot specialist Dr. Patricia Grulla- macula, the central part of of nature—Mt. Manabu in Sto. by Mang Tino, one of the so- and de Quilendrino, diabetes damages the retina that allows us Tomas, Batangas. called guardians of Mt. Manabu. Bay on the ho- four parts of the eye—the retina, to read, drive and see fine After a quick breakfast at the You will be happily welcomed by rizon. Another vitreous gel, lens and optic nerve. details; glaucoma, a group KFC near the LRT Gil Puyat the guy and offered a free taste of feature of the “Most diabetics who have of eye conditions that oc- Rockwell participants take a souvenir shot Station, we proceeded to the JAM his alamid coffee. summit was a had it for a long time and have curs when pressure builds Liner bus terminal a few minutes Alamid coffee, also called kopi huge cross; this poor control over their blood up inside the eyes, leading to optic do not manifest symptoms until away and rode the Lemery-bound luwak or civet coffee, refers to the was Station 6. sugar are likely to suffer from nerve damage; retinal detachment they are in an advanced stage. bus, departing at 7:25 a.m. beans of coffee berries once they Descending, diabetic retinopathy.” or pulling of the retina that may “Visit your eye doctor imme- We alighted at the Sto. Tomas have been eaten and excreted by we went back Diabetic retinopathy is a cause a retinal tear or a retinal diately if you are newly diagnosed market area and rode a jeepney the Asian palm civet. A civet is to Mang Tino’s A WTT first at blinding eye disease that oc- hole; and cataracts or clouding with type 2 diabetes and if you to Brgy. San Pedro. From there a small, lithe-bodied, mostly noc- place for anoth- curs when high levels of blood of the natural lens of the eye that experience blurry vision, eye pain, we rode a tricycle which would turnal mammal native to tropical er round of his sugar damage the blood vessels makes it more difficult to read, see spots or dark strings floating in bring us to a place called “Sulok” Asia and Africa, especially the unique coffee. that supply blood to the retina. at night or recognize faces. your vision, flashes of lights, or in Brgy. Sta. Cruz. tropical forests. The delicious La Mesa Ecopark The retina acts like the film in Because diabetes is heredi- dark areas in your vision. It is also Text and photos by Gerbs de Castro This place was not the jump- According to avid coffee drink- taste, coupled a camera. When light strikes tary, Quilendrino urges pa- best that you control your blood AROUND 450 Lopez Group off yet, but we were required to ers, this type of coffee’s taste is with the very in the retina, it “takes a pic- tients with diabetes or family sugar and blood pressure levels list up at the registration center unique, justifying the high price. attractive price, employees, their family mem- ture” and sends it to the brain members with diabetes to keep and quit smoking,” she adds.  Very Easy as well as hire a mountain guide. Another uphill climb faced us, prompted us to buy some packs For me, Mt. Manabu is one of bers and friends attended the through the optic nerve. an eye on their eye health. Asian Eye offers compre- HR Council-Lopez Lifelong  Easy Riding the same tricycle again, but now there were ropes tied to bring home. the best places for starters or for “Diabetic retinopathy causes “Blindness can be prevented hensive eye exams, screenings  Wellness Walk the Talk (WTT) Medium we finally arrived at the jump- to trees, effectively aiding the We returned to the jump-off fun climbs. Majority of the route the walls of the blood vessels if the eye problem is detected and management of diabetic  Hard off. Our trek officially started at climbers. This portion was called at 3:45 p.m., refreshed ourselves was covered with trees; before you held at La Mesa Ecopark on to weaken and leak fluid and early. Remember to get your retinopathy. For more info, call October 8, 2016. 10:54 a.m. the Lubid Trail. at the shower area, bought souve- hit the summit, there are two great blood into the retina,” Quilen- eyes checked every six months 898-2020 or email eyehelp@ The trail consisted of six- sta Near the summit, we passed nirs and paid our guide. campsite areas. At the summit, you Sponsored by First Gen Cor- drino explains. since most of these eye problems asianeyeinstitute.com. poration, the event started with Answer to OCTOBER puzzle tions. Past Station 4, we started two grassy areas, which we be- Our lunch/dinner (no, we had could marvel at the 360-degree our assault on the summit after lieved were being used as camp- not eaten lunch yet) venue was view of nature and, finally, theala - Jashwa Sabenorio delivering the Solution, tips and invocation. computer program seeing the “This Way” sign point- sites. At 12:39 p.m., I was at the at the Rose & Grace Restau- mid coffee experience. (Excerpted Ayesha Volpane took care of available at ing towards our target destina- summit at 765 meters above sea rant along Maharlika Highway from http://larga-bista.blogspot. the emceeing chores in addition www.sudoku.com tion. level. around 5:30 p.m. com) KCFI president Rina Lopez-Bautista (right) to leading the recitation of the Lopez Credo and Values. ‘Atty. Jake’ ... “There was about 70 or 80 al- family treasure and heritage.” 4 ‘kapamilya’ ... students who have availed of Her effectiveness comes First Philippine Holdings from page 5 together in our entourage. It took Fragante has enjoyed the rare from page 5 the library collections. from her excellent reputation, Corporation and First Gen VP us two nights and three days to privilege of having served several Not only can she imme- credibility, sustaining relation- Bunny Gerochi delivered the learned so much about people walk across several mountains, generations of Lopezes, includ- “From a young age, I already diately answer whether or not ships and intuitive feel for what welcome remarks. from him, about the importance skirting the Japanese lines and ing as executive secretary of Eu- aspired to be in a job that makes the materials they need are in combination of talents and The birthday celebrators for of treating employees well—lis- finally reaching the American genio Lopez Sr., then president a difference to people’s lives. I the library, she also consistently narratives will click with the October were then recognized. tening to them, dealing with troops in Tubao, La Union. My of MSC in 1967. In 1974, she have found that in Bantay Bata provides extra related materials crowds. She has also adjusted The stretching and exercise por- them, giving them what they brother Manolo was only two became executive secretary of 163,” says Estabillo. and proactively prepares them her artistic instincts to the tion was led by Trini Trinidad The champion Business Excellence team made up of ABS-CBN, SKY and Knowledge Channel employees truly deserve. [In the early days of years old then so Geny and I took OML, then president of Benpres Clearly, her new responsibil- so that the researchers can pro- changing taste of generations FPH and First of Whiplash and the Rockwell ABS-CBN] I was all efficiency- turns carrying him on our backs Corporation which was later on ity in Bantay Bata 163 is consis- ceed at once on their research of audiences. Gen VP Bunny Emcee Ayesha Jashwa Club. and profit-oriented. Jake would because he could not walk any renamed as Lopez Inc. Then, tent with her sense of national- and not lose time during their As talent coordinator, she Gerochi Sidney Cordero Volpane Sabenorio After a brief discussion on Business Excellence bowlers balance me beautifully. …I am longer after the first day. Geny in 1986, she served as executive ism, as the work is dedicated to stay in the library. participates in brainstorming “Sustainability Activity” from very grateful for that, because was 16 years old and I was 15. secretary of Geny, then president mostly impoverished Filipinos; She is consistently punctual sessions with writers and pro- Sidney Cordero, Ronald Llo- looking back now, if a lot of our We were not, however, the only of Lopez Inc. unity and integrity in dealing despite her daily three- to four- ducers, finds the best talents and brera from First Gen provided a dominate Lopez Group tourney employees remained loyal to us, ones who accomplished this feat. In his remarks at the 2016 with her staff and young wards hour commute between her home helps negotiate their fees, makes safety briefing for a much safer THE Business Excellence squad, it was mainly because of him.” There were literally thousands of LAA ceremonies, Lopez Hold- fairly but with firmness so they in Cavite to Ortigas Center. sure that they arrive prepared and walking experience. represented by players from ABS- Almeda Lopez was vice chair- civilians who either went ahead ings chairman Amb. Manuel M. can keep their idealism and Servida debunks the stereo- on time and even takes personal La Mesa Ecopark is a sanctu- CBN, SKY Cable and Knowl- man of ABS-CBN from 1989. or followed us on this trek espe- Lopez quipped that Margot “was work as a team; and employee type of librarians and museum care of the talents during tapings ary around La Mesa Watershed edge Channel, bagged the team He also served as vice chairman cially after the carpet bombing indispensable. Because of her ex- health and wellness as a consis- curators as cheerless, stern and or live performances. developed via a joint partner- overall crown in the 2016 Lopez of FPH from 1993 to 2010. of Baguio City by American perience working in Washington, tent focus because the job can overweening personalities be- She is one of the most com- ship between the Metropolitan Group Bowling Tournament ‘Part of family treasure’ planes in March of 1945 which every time my Dad had a special sap psychological and physical cause she is fun and helpful, and mitted and reliable talent coordi- Waterworks and Sewerage Sys- held at the Coronado Lanes in Fragante was already work- devastated the city and killed occasion, a sit-down dinner energies. tireless in giving precious insights nators who wouldn’t mind being tem, ABS-CBN and Quezon Mandaluyong on October 22. ing with the Lopez companies many residents. Some of the sur- perhaps or anything that really Mercy Servida to all who visit the LML. on location despite her age, just City. The public park aims to Finishing second was the before World War II. vivors of that trek—let’s call it a called for extra special attention, Head librarian, Lopez Museum Her kind of work ethics and to ensure her artist’s comfort as Off to explore the Ecopark preserve and protect La Mesa A Pioneering Entrepreneurial Second placer Team A Pioneering Entrepreneurial Spirit of In his speech on his 75th trek to freedom and not a death it was Margot who helped. She Mercy Servida, head librar- dedication has inspired her as- well as compliance with all the Watershed not only by generat- Spirit contingent represented EDC and Lopez Holdings birthday celebration, then Lopez march—are here with us today. is my mom’s alter ego. Dapat ian of the Lopez Museum and sistants and trainees, most espe- requirements of the production ing revenue, but also by promot- by employees from Energy Group chairman Oscar M. Lo- “One is Rusty Cacho, CEO ang pangalan niya Lopez na rin. Library (LML), where she cially in the way that she is able staff, including finding an - im Sports & Wellness calendar ing environmental awareness. Development Corporation and pez (OML) said she was part of of Panay Electric Co. which is Maybe Margot Lopez is the has worked for over 36 years, to balance her work and home mediate substitute for an artist NOVEMBER Students, families, environmen- Lopez Holdings Corporation. an event that he couldn’t forget. the counterpart of Meralco in more appropriate name.” personifies the kind of service life roles and responsibilities. as necessary, and ensuring that 13: Streetwise Burdado Run, talists, tourists and fitness buffs Taking the third spot was Team “This happening took place in Iloilo City. First Holdings is a During the critical reconstruc- that has made the LML one of As a wife and mother, Ser- no taping has been cancelled for 3K/5K/10K (Rajah Sulay- flock to the park every day as Nationalism from First Philip- April of 1945. The Americans 30% owner of Panay Electric and tion period after World War II, the most valued treasure troves vida takes care of her sick hus- lack of artists. man Park, Manila), 4am. Fee: P500-P750. Register at www. an alternative to the shopping pine Holdings Corporation and had already landed in Lingayen Rusty and I have talked many Fragante served as executive secre- of Filipiniana materials in the band. She also loves to cook for She has been advised to slow goorahna.com malls in the metropolis. First Gen Corporation. Gulf and had already retaken times about that event in our tary to Amb. Bartolome Umayam country and overseas. her family. down, but she says her work 19: SunPiology Run 2016 Sugar Wars, 500m/3K/5K/10K This October event marked Social Justice (First Bal- Manila from the Japanese. But lives. Rusty was also 15 years old for cultural affairs and Col. Jaime Her extraordinary knowl- Cornelia Lee with ABS-CBN is her life, and (Camp Aguinaldo, QC), 3pm. Fee: P400-P900. Register at the first time that the WTT four/First Philippine Industrial my father’s and mother’s com- at the time. The other person in Velasquez, military attaché. She edge and mastery of the over Talent coordinator, ABS-CBN she will continue working as www.sunpiology.com was held here. Previously, the Park) clinched the fourth spot, FPH and First Gen’s Team Nationalism in third place bined families, we were all stuck this theater who also took part in also worked as claims reviewer at 22,000 books, documents and For 30 years, Cornelia long as she can. 26: McDonald’s Stripes Run, 1K/3K/5K/10K (BGC, WTT wellness undertaking was followed by Employee Welfare up in Baguio and running short that trek to freedom was Margot the US Veterans Administration other collections in the library Lee, known as Tita Angge, As a single mother, Lee made Taguig), 5:30am. Fee: P400-P995. Register at mcdostripes- usually held at La Mesa Nature and Wellness (Lopez Inc./Ad- Unity (Rockwell Land/Asian Integrity (First Philippine Re- of food and constantly subjected Fragante, my father’s executive in the Philippines and served in coupled with her devotion to has played a key role as talent sure that she is able to care for run.com.ph Reserve on the other side of La tel/INAEC/Infopro Business Eye Institute/First Philippine alty Corporation/Lopez Group to shelling and bombing by the secretary, then Geny’s and now various official functions. Fra- the job and extraordinary cus- coordinator of ABS-CBN in her children despite her very Mesa Watershed. Solutions Inc./TG Services), Industrial Corporation) and Foundation Inc.). (G. de Castro) Americans. My father decided mine. Don’t ask me how old she gante took up architecture at the tomer service has made Servida casting the most appropriate hectic schedule and her being on that we should all walk down to is, I don’t know. All I know, she University of Santo Tomas and the go-to person for research- talents to carry the shows to the call. She values quality time with Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline the American lines in La Union. is ageless, priceless, part of our the Philippine School of Design. ers, authors, academicians and top ratings of various genres. her family. 12 Lopezlink November 2016

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‘Working Mom’: Bianca’s joys our UAAP issue featuring Bea de Leon of Ateneo, Jerrili Mala- -Intal graces the cover of Working Mom with her banan of FEU and Kianna Dy of DLSU. Check out our feature husband JC and daughter Lucia. Read about how she has embraced on the cuties from the men’s basketball teams, too, as well as per- the joys and challenges of motherhood and how her husband has been sonal love stories from the men’s volleyball players. On the other her family’s source of strength. In this holiday-themed issue, get ideas cover is Lauren Reid. And if you flip to the next page, you’ll see on preparing for the season—from simple yet tasty recipes to make to the winners of Chalk’s 2016 Bright Young Manila: Abiel Anselmo easy DIY décor and the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. and Dani Camcam.

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