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11.20.2011 Run for the River Making another run at world record “I am part of a Guinness World Record.” This slogan can be spotted emblazoned on a line of T-shirts sold at select SM branches, one of the special merchandise released in advance of 11.20.2011 Run for the Pasig River organized by Kapit Bisig Para sa Ilog Pasig (KBPIP). The previous edition of the annual advocacy fun run, held on October 10, 2010, was indeed one for the record books: 116,086 participants ran in support of KBPIP’s goal of a clean Pasig River from various points in the metro and converged at the SM Mall of Asia in Pasay. As it was, 10.10.10 was a quantum leap from A Run for the Pasig River’s 23,000 runners in 2009. But with ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. (AFI) managing director Gina Lopez (GL) vowing during 10.10.10 that “every year we will break the record, we by: Photo will keep running until the river is cleaned,” Lopez Group kapamilyas are in for a more massive run three Doy O Doy weeks from now. Turn to page 6 ngleo

Asian Eye’s 10th Giving season starts anniversary PBB goes ‘unli’! …page 4 at Power Plant Mall highlights…page 2 …page 12

 Lopezlink November 2011 BIZ NEWS NEWS Lopezlink November 2011  Scientific confab, medical mission Dispatch from Japan highlight Asian Eye’s 10 years TFC partners Amb. Lopez sees stronger PH-Japan ties ASIAN Eye’s 10th anniversary AMBASSADOR Manuel M. between the and celebration culminated in Sep- with YouTube Lopez personally expressed his Japan, especially with improve- tember with key events that TO further widen its reach around the world and gratitude to Tadashi Okamura, ments in infrastructure and the communicated its progress in around the globe, The Fili- provide a venue for strength- Japan Chamber of Commerce power sector. realizing its vision and mission: pino Channel (TFC) recently ening ties with family and the and Industry (JCCI) chairman The JCCI has more than a to make the best quality eye inked a partnership with You- community.” and Toshiba advisor; and Tohru million members in Japan and care accessible and available to Tube, the world’s most popu- Lopez added: “It also rec- Tsuji, Japan-Philippines Eco- covers more than 500 chambers Filipinos, to advance the science lar medium for discovering, ognizes that our country is fast nomic Cooperation Committee in the country. In the Philippines, ABS-CBN president honored by QC government and practice of ophthalmology, watching and sharing videos, becoming a digital hub and our (JPECC) chair and Marubeni the JCCI has 550 Japanese com- ABS-CBN president and COO Charo and to become a center of ex- Corporation senior corporate pany-members, 30% of which Santos-Concio (center) is honored for her contributions in helping achieve its vision as a quality com- especially among Filipinos. people as fantastic optimiz- cellence in eye care. The theme By partnering with You- ers of new media which, when advisor, for their active participa- represent small- and medium- munity during Gawad Parangal, the highlight of the city’s 72nd foundation day celebration. Gawad Parangal is the “Inspiring Hope, Celebrat- tion in the conduct of key busi- scale enterprises. highest form of recognition that the Quezon City government bestows on its outstanding constituents. Quezon City Asian Eye’s Benjamin K. Liboro, Bunny Gerochi, Dr. Harvey Uy and Tube for the launch of its used properly, will greatly help ing Vision” embodied Asian Dr. Pik-Sha Chan Uy join international experts Dr. Krueger of Cole Philippine website, TFC takes in nation-building.” ness-related activities during the The JPECC helps promote mayor and Quezon City vice mayor Joy Belmonte personally handed the medals to the awardees in Eye’s contribution through the official visit of Pres. Benigno S. business cooperation between a recognition ceremony held at the Crowne Plaza Ballroom. (Kane Choa) Eye Institute, Cleveland Clinic and Dr. Quan Dong Nguyen of Wilmer part in another pioneering ef- By visiting YouTube Philip- Amb. Lopez with JCCI chairman Okamura and JPECC chairman Tsuji years—the relentless pursuit of Ophthalmological Institute in this group shot fort to provide convenient pines, users can watch some of Aquino III to Japan. the Philippines and Japan better ways to heal patients to access to original and high- TFC’s teleserye episodes in full Citing the huge turnout of through various activities. The Bagong Bayani Foundation in panionship to their Japanese el- bring hope of better vision. the Bringing Hope to Life: treatment and has operated on quality Philippine content and absolutely for free. They Japanese businessmen who at- group is expected to visit Manila. derly patients. Sikat II finishes in Top 20 Asian Eye held a scientific Cataract Surgery Mission. 26 individuals. from anywhere in the world. can also access headlines from tended the events and the 140 in February 2012 for its annual Caregivers Gemma Juanay, The Bagong Bayani Award is conference, Transformational In partnership with Cataract On September 22, employees, “…TFC’s partnership with “Balitang Global” gathered by delegates from the Philippines, meeting. Juliet Tobay, Sandra Otacan and a national search for outstanding departments of DLSU-Manila. SIKAT II, the Philippine entry in Solar Car Challenge Society Ophthalmology: Inspiring Foundation Philippines Inc., patients, shareholders and part- YouTube … is a major milestone TFC’s international news bu- most of whom were owners In a separate occasion, Amb. Mercedes Joie Aquino, despite and exemplary overseas Filipino Leading the project are Dr. Pag- the 2011 World Solar Challenge Inc. (PSCCSI) and a team from Hope through Science on the institute aims to treat 150 ners gathered at the Rockwell not just for TFC but also for reaus in North America, the or CEOs of their companies, Lopez commended the win- imminent danger and risk of workers. Pres. Aq uino is expect- Asa Gaspillo and Jack Catalan (WSC) in Australia, has com- DLSU and is the successor to September 25, with over 150 eyes of deserving individuals Tent as Asian Eye recognized our country,” said ABS-CBN Middle East and Europe, and Amb. Lopez said that he fore- ners of the 2011 Bagong Bay- nuclear radiation in Fukushima, ed to give the award to the four with the support of team heads pleted the 3,000-kilometer race Sinag (2007) and Sikat I (2009). doctors from all over the Phil- from the Foundation of Our employees and doctors who have Global chief operating officer share their own videos directly sees the further strengthen- ani Award for Community and remained at their jobs and con- Filipino caregivers at Malaca- Martin Kalaw and Isidro Mar- across the outback, arriving in It is the Philippines’ second en- ippines in attendance. Subspe- Lady of Peace Mission Aeta rendered five and 10 years of ser- Raffy Lopez. “The launch of with TFC. Surfers can visit ing of trade and investment Social Service chosen by the tinued to provide care and com- ñang Palace this December. fori III. Adelaide’s Victoria Square from try to the competition among cialty experts from the interna- resettlement community in vice. Asian Eye chairman Oscar a YouTube specifically for the TFCNow to watch more free Sinag, the Philippines’ first Darwin on October 22, 2011. solar-powered cars from all over tional ophthalmic community Zambales, Pangarap Founda- M. Lopez expressed gratitude to Philippine market further al- episodes and access TFC’s solar car, debuted in the WSC in According to the provisional the world. Sikat II sponsors and talked about today’s cutting- tion resettlement communities Asian Eye’s stakeholders for their lows TFC to virtually gather the complete premium content. 2007, finishing 12th among 40 results posted on the WSC donors include a number of Lo- edge technology in eye care and in and Pasay, Philippine trust and support. To Asian Eye, growing yet dispersed overseas (Cecile Ilagan) website (http://www.worldso- pez Group companies: First Gen entries. Sikat I, meanwhile, was shared valuable “pearls” learned Christian Foundation resettle- he said, “I wish you many more FPH issues P4.8B notes larchallenge.org/) on October Corp., First Philec Solar Corp., taken around the Philippines in from their extensive practice ment community in Tondo, mountains to climb, and the pa- FIRST Philippine Holdings 2012 and 2014, in order to ex- to repay in full the $36.6 million and to execute identified stra- 24, Team Solar Philippines Energy Development Corp., 2010 “to promote the advance- and research. and BayaniJuan in Calauan, tience, preparation, persistence, Corporation (FPH) has issued tend loan maturity timetables and the P3.2B outstanding prin- tegic initiatives in possible landed in 17th place among 37 First Philippine Industrial Park, ment of renewable energy sourc- Asian Eye continues to help . To date, Asian Eye discipline and stamina to con- P4.8 billion in floating rate cor- and smoothen out repayment cipal of the dual currency float- growth opportunities, such as entries. Japan’s Tokai Universi- First Balfour Inc. and Griffin -Si es.” (Shirley Hombrebueno) indigent Filipinos through has identified over 100 eyes for quer!” (Bheng Relatado-Rubia) porate notes to refinance debt. schedules,” the company said. ing rate notes issued in 2007. indigenous power and property ty, the Netherlands’ Nuon Solar erra Travel Inc. Other sponsors In a disclosure to the Philip- The company said it borrowed With the new facility, FPH development. (abs-cbnNEWS. Team and the US’ University of and supporters include Sunpow- pine Stock Exchange, FPH said the P4.8B under the new facility hopes to have more flexibility com) Michigan claimed the top three er Philippines Mfg. Ltd., which INAEC director receives international certification it had entered into a corporate places in this year’s race. provided the solar panels for the notes facility agreement with HERMINIO Brion, member of the board ducted to meet or exceed the guidelines estab- On hand to welcome Team solar car, DLSU, Shell Philip- BDO Capital and Investment of directors of INAEC Aviation Corpo- lished under ATA (Air Transport Association SKYcable relaunches SKY HD Solar Philippines at the finish pines, Stratworks, Quickflo For- Corporation and several financial ration, was recognized as a FlightSafety of America Inc.) Specification 104, Level 3. line was a contingent that includ- warders and Puma. institutions, namely Banco de SKYCABLE continues to “SKYcable is leveraging its With the depth and breadth of International master technician for the “You have demonstrated the commitment ed Education Secretary Armin First Philippine Holdings FPSS commissions solar rooftop project First Philec Oro Unibank, Maybank Philip- bring new technologies in digi- leadership position in digital digital content and HD program Hawker Beechcraft King Air 300/350 by to continued education and training, with Luistro, Philippine Consul Gen- chair Federico R. Lopez current- Solar Solutions (FPSS), in partnership with the University of the Philip- pines, Rizal Commercial Banking tal television to Filipinos, this pay TV to provide cable sub- offerings of SKYcable, comple- FlightSafety International, an international your outstanding academic achievement. eral Reynaldo Dante Juanta and ly serves as the chair of PSCCSI, pines Electrical and Electronics Engineering Institute (EEEI) and Emerson Corporation and Union Bank of time with the relaunch of its re- scribers in Cebu and Davao mented by its planned innova- training school for aircraft technicians and The Master Technician Training Program members of the Filipino commu- while First Philec President Dr. Network Power (ENP), has successfully commissioned the six-kilowatt solar the Philippines. vitalized high-definition (HD) the best and widest array in tions, Supnet said he is confident specialists. is evidence of your desire to achieve, main- nity in Adelaide. The 14-member Arthur de Guia and First Gen Herminio Brion (right) with FlightSafety rooftop installation at the EEEI building in UP Diliman. FPSS, the foremost The P4.8B floating rate corpo- programming and content. digital home entertainment that SKYcable will continue to Brion is only the second Filipino to com- tain and promote excellence in the aviation team was composed of 10 De La President Giles Puno serve as International Center manager Wayne Sommer- choice in solar engineering, procurement and construction services, led and rate notes will mature in 2018. SKYcable holds the distinc- content,” said Alan Supnet, enjoy its market leadership po- plete the required curriculum consisting of maintenance profession,” FlightSafety In- Salle University (DLSU)-Manila PSCCSI trustees. Completing field, who threw a party for Brion to celebrate implemented the project’s technical design and construction. Photo shows FPSS “FPH is taking advantage of tion of having the most number SKYcable Brand Management sition in the Cebu and Davao the achievement. Brion received a custom and 35 hours of ground training and two hours ternational director of training operations engineering students and four the board of trustees are Vince president Dr. Danilo Lachica (4th from left) with (l-r) EEEI assistant profes- the improved bank appetite as of HD channels with 11 chan- head. markets. (Susan Ortiz) personalized engraved award, as well as a of simulator training. He scored 92%. The Rick Bedard said in a letter to Brion an- faculty members. Perez, Edgar Chua, Henry Co, sor Carl Michael Udulio, Avecs Corporation president Celestino Baldonado, well as of debt market conditions nels, plus the seasonal pay-per- certificate documenting the recognition FlightSafety course was developed and con- nouncing his achievement. (CPS) Sikat II started the race in Tammy Lipana, Jong Jimenez, ENP vice president Gordon Currie, EEEI director Dr. Joel Joseph Marciano by refinancing its dual currency view HD. The additional HD PROMOS & OFFERS Darwin in the 32nd out of 37 Br. Ricky Laguda, Zayber Prot- Jr. and FPSS project manager Derrick John Tolentino. (Ruby Tamayo) floating rate notes maturing in channels are FOX Family HD, slots on October 16, but rallied to acio and Ramon Agustines who FOX HD and Star World HD SKYbroadband’s The Big Switch the 20th spot as of Saturday, Oc- is also PSCCSI president and Serving the nation at the 10th Asian CSR forum under the Revolution Pack to- exclusive offer tober 22, besting rivals from the team manager of Sikat II during IT was another instance of Foundation Inc. spoke on how ‘Bida Ka sa Bayan’ visits CDO, Gingoog, Butuan gether with FOX Crime HD, If you are a regular employee of any Lopez Group company, US, the United Kingdom, Ger- the 2011 WSC. PSCCSI was how the Lopez Group comes working together to save Pala- Star Movies HD and National with an existing postpaid Internet subscription from other many, Saudi Arabia and Canada, formed in 2007 to drum up sup- together to serve the nation, as wan can do wonders to save the Bayan caravan hits Mindanao Geographic HD. service providers, then this is the perfect time to switch to among others. This was in spite port for the development of re- the theme of the Lopez Group environment. LGFI president SKYcable’s other HD pack- SKYbroadband! Subscribe to Plan 1.5Mbps or 5Mbps-15GB of delays caused by a fire that hit newable energy in the country. Foundation Inc. (LGFI) booth Rafael M. Alunan III moder- BAYAN is taking its marketing exploration of new market op- expansion to service the Butuan ages are the Innovation Pack and pay only P1 monthly subscription fee (MSF) for the first Sikat II’s battery on October 18. Highlighting the ability of indicated during the 10th ated the session “Leveraging caravan program to Northern portunities in Cagayan de Oro, City regional center. that features Discovery HD two months of your subscription. Regular MSF of P999 starts Sikat II is proudly Pinoy- Filipinos to lead in sustainable Asian Forum on Corporate on Public-Private Partner- Mindanao to explore new op- Gingoog City and nearby areas. “This is our way of supporting World, HISTORY HD and on the third month. Existing SKYcable subscribers also get a made, built by the Philippine energy technology, Sikat II was portunities for growth and to Bayan-Butuan City the city’s plan of establishing the HBO HD, the NBA Premium Social Responsibility (AF- ships and Multi-Company partnership 15% discount on the MSF! To subscribe, wait for our sales team designed and CSR) at EDSA Shangri-La Collaborations.” Fil Alfonso, strengthen its market leader- facility to become a call center/ TV (HD) Pack, and the Power to visit your office, or call 473-8435 today. Visit www.mysky. created by 22 Hotel in . vice chairman of LGFI, was ship position in the region. Aguado also expressed his IT hub in Caraga and help in the Pack that offers the 11 HD com.ph for the list of other available packages. (Thei Pingol) engineering Giles Puno, president and AFCSR conference executive Lopez Group AFCSR participants (l-r) LGFI’s Dario Pagkaliwagan, Top management of Bayan, commitment to fully support jobs generation program of the channels. All packages come students and COO of First Gen Corpora- director, AIM RVR Center. Dulce Festin Baybay; EDC’s Agnes de Jesus; First Gen president and headed by chief operating offi- the city government of Butuan’s city government,” said Aguado. with free ESPN HD. Add HBO Pak, win an Xbox! COO Giles Puno; LGFI’s Angela Lopez, Russel Aleta Solitario, Christine seven faculty tion, spoke on CSR and envi- Learnings, particularly cer Rafael Aguado, flew in to the vision to accelerate the progress Bayan has also provided the SKYcable HD, which was The promo is open to current SKYcable postpaid subscribers Benosa-Gammad; First Gas’ Mon Araneta; Adtel’s Toni Tadeo; First members of ronmental sustainability while from plenary speaker Dato regional center of Caraga for the and development of Butuan Butuan city government with recently launched in Cebu and in Metro Manila, CAMANAVA and Rizal. Simply add the Gen’s Janice Ortanez-Dugan, Sam Digma; and First Gas’ Darby Garcia the Mechan- Agnes de Jesus of Energy De- Timothy Ong, chairman of company’s marketing campaign through the initiatives that the an entrance cable facility to ex- Davao, will soon be rolled out HBO Pak to your subscription and get a chance to win an ical Engi- velopment Corporation shared Asia Inc. Forum of Brunei “the business of business is with First Gen Corporation, dubbed Bida Ka sa Bayan. Part company and the city have part- clusively provide the telecom- in select regional areas, includ- Xbox 360 with Kinect (worth P30,000) or one of five HBO neering, and how their company assesses Darussalam, are that “to do business” and most of all, cre- was a silver sponsor of the of the Bida Ka sa Bayan caravan nered on. Bayan has invested munications service needs of ing parts of Cavite and Laguna, Packs (worth P2,000). Deadline for dropping of entries is on Electronics and manages operational vul- well is to give well,” and that ating shared value, which was conference with ANC as one program was the site inspec- close to a million pesos worth of the people working in the city with more areas to follow in the November 30, 2011. (S.Ortiz) Team Solar Philippines is welcomed by Sec. Luistro and and Com- nerabilities in high-risk areas. “businesses should share their also the theme of the confer- of the media partners. (Dulce tion for potential expansion and cabling infrastructure capacity hall. (Red ) coming months. members of the Filipino community at the finish line in munications Gina Lopez of ABS-CBN success with society” but that ence, is now the trend. LGFI, Festin Baybay) Adelaide Engineering Did you miss an issue of LopezLink? Access our archives at www.Lopezlink.ph

 Lopezlink November 2011 KAPAMILYA COUNCILS Lopezlink November 2011  BIZ EXCELLENCE couch potato PBB goes ‘unli’! DZMM mates were revealed in unlimited combination of house- Balanced Scorecard Lopez Group completes first DART training “PBB Unlimited: The Big mates, blow-by-blow updates and reaps A collaborative project of Lopez treats Fiesta” on October 29 by unlimited experiences and possi- 201: Systems thinking Group Business Excellence, Lopez hosts and bilities. Group Foundation Inc. (LGFI) and , with The local version of the- suc awards the ABS-CBN Emergency Unit newbies cessful international TV franchise workshop a success conducted the Disaster Assistance DZMM Radyo Patrol Sais Trenta and Martin Concio. from Endemol notched a record EIGHTEEN Lopez Group employees ticipants’ ability to recognize patterns of and Rescue Team (DART) training and DZMM TeleRadyo have Hosts Robi Domingo, Toni Gonzaga “This is definitely going to 30,789 prospective housemates from ABS-CBN Corporation, Bayan, behavior in complex business systems at the Eco Academy, La Mesa Eco reaped 23 major awards from the and Bianca Gonzalez be better than the last. Compared in its auditions between March First Balfour, SKYcable and ThermaPrime and map the causal structure of busi- Park in September. country’s most influential award- to past seasons, I think this is the and September this year and drew participated in Lopez Group Business nesses using causal loop diagrams and The activity aimed to train and giving bodies. BRACE yourself for the country’s grandest season of PBB,” Toni said. a rich pool of poignant accounts Excellence’s two-day introductory course systems archetypes. equip teams to respond to disasters DZMM programs also bagged one and only realiserye, “Pinoy Big The latest season guarantees from the hopefuls who aspired to on Balanced Scorecard 201: Systems The highlight of the workshop was the and to calibrate internally the partici- awards at the 33rd Catholic Mass Brother” (PBB), as the fourth sea- the ultimate experience for view- enter the PBB house. thinking workshop on October 20-21, management flight simulator. The partici- pants’ skills and decision-making dur- Media Awards (CMMA) and 20th son brings a fresh set of surprises ers and housemates with its mix- Also catch “PBB Unlimited 2011. The resource speaker was Anto- pants practiced, using a software-driven ing disasters that require group-wide Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster sa Pil- and twists! ture of fun and drama that is the Update” weeknights during “Ma- nio Ma. Perez, a core faculty member of management simulator, decision-mak- coordination, control and operations. ipinas (KBP) Golden Dove Awards. The first batch of Lopez Group DART graduates The newly furnished PBB trademark of the phenomenal ria la del Barrio” and “100 Days to the executive education programs of the ing skills and designing effective strate- The four-day activity was partici- DZMM brought home the Best house and the new set of house- reality show. There will be an Heaven.” (Kane Choa) Asian Institute of Management. gies much like they will encounter in the pated in by 44 employees from Adtel, CBN’s emergency operations. Mar- Group heads graced the graduation AM Radio Station in Metro Ma- Systems thinking is the subject of a book real world. It provided them a taste of the First Philec, First Philec Solar, First tin Aguda, head of Safety and Events ceremony and awarded certificates to nila from the KBP. by Peter M. Senge published in the 1990s, challenges that they will face in their own Philippine Power Systems Inc., First Risk Management, is a member their respective employees. These were Robin, Vhong team up in Among the winners were Noli The Fifth Discipline: The Art and Practice of companies and an actual grasp of systems Philec Manufacturing Technologies of the Lopez Group-wide disaster Rene Luspo, VP-Corporate Security picks ‘Big 10’ de Castrom who was named as ‘TODA MAX’ the Learning Organization. It is focused on thinking and Balanced Scorecard. Corporation, First Gen Corporation, preparedness technical committee. and Safety Division of ABS-CBN; Best Radio Newscaster, Usec. Zeny “TODA MAX” tells the story of a hillbilly named CATCH the 7th Cinema One ; “Ka Oryang” tival this November! These mov- group problem solving using the systems The participants also gained insights on First Gen Hydro Power, FG Bukid- He and his team drilled the Lopez Rafael Alunan, president of LGFI; Maglaya as Best Radio Public Ser- Tol (), who starts anew in Manila Originals Festival to be held at by Sari Dalena; and “Di Ingon ies are produced and owned by thinking method in order to convert com- other Lopez Group businesses and their non, La Mesa Eco Park, La Mesa Group employees on technical skills Benjamin Liboro, program director vice Program Host, and Vic de Leon when his wife dies. Together with his children the Shangri-La Plaza Cineplex Nato” (“Not Like Us”) by Bran- Cinema One cable channel and panies into learning organizations. The five operations. They described the workshop Watershed, First Philippine Hold- for emergency assistance and rescue, of Business Excellence; Pinky R.A. Lima as Best Radio Public Affairs Sandy and Ron-Ron, Tol finds himself living with from November 9 until Novem- don Relucio and Ivan Zaldar- Creative Programs Inc. (Katherine disciplines represent approaches (theories as “very helpful and informative” and “very ings, Lopez Holdings and SKYcable. particularly during disasters like ty- Diokno, VP-HR of Lopez Hold- Program Host. Winnie Cordero his cousin Justin Bibbo (), a carin- ber 15, 2011! riaga. Solis) and methods) for developing three core practical in approach.” Others requested The Lopez Group DART was phoons, floods, earthquakes and fires. ings; and Ola Magno, manager-HR was recognized as the Best Radio deria owner and aspiring chef. Lady G (), Chosen from among hundreds Meanwhile, ac- learning capabilities: fostering aspiration, more workshops/simulation related to patterned after ABS-CBN’s DART, On hand were the actual equipment, and Admin/SMS of First Philippine Magazine Program Host and Louie a poor girl turned millionaire, on the other hand, of entries, this year’s 10 finalists tor-director Mario developing reflective conversation, and workplace scenarios. Overall, they had a which was organized after Ondoy ambulances and fire trucks from the Realty Corporation. Lopez Group Tabing as the Best Radio Science soon meets Tol and becomes attracted to him. are “Big Boy” by Shireen Seno; O’Hara and Nora understanding complexity. great time learning through stimulating in- and presently has four squads com- ABS-CBN Emergency Management Business Excellence is considering a and Technology Program Journalist. “TODA MAX” is a family-oriented show that “Mga Anino sa Tanghaling Tapat” Aunor will receive Perez discussed the basic skills in teraction and active participation. (Amelita posed of seven people each. The Unit to instill maximum learning and second run of the training in the first DZMM also clinched top honors will make viewers laugh their hearts out. Catch by Ivy Universe Baldoza; “Sa the ORIGINALS systems thinking and improved the par- dela Rea-Agaton) squads are mobilized during ABS- retention. quarter of 2012. (A. dela Rea-Agaton) at the CMMA, including two Hall “TODA MAX” beginning November 5, before Ilalim ng Tulay” by Earl Bontuy- in Philippine Cin- of Fame awards, three major awards, “” on ABS-CBN! (Katherine an; “My Paranormal Romance” by ema award during the four special citations and a major PR CHALLENGE Solis) Victor Villanueva; “Sa Kanto ng November 13 awards Ulap at Lupa” by Mes de Guz- ceremonies of the award by DZMM TeleRadyo for the man; “Anatomiya ng Korupsyon,” film fest at the Grand TV category. Leading the winners adapted for the screen by Dennis Ballroom of Crowne were “Radyo Patrol Balita Alas-Siyete” Nix the negatives! Chicken Joy and selling the Philippines and “Maalaala Mo Kaya sa DZMM,” Marasigan; “Cartas de la Soledad” Plaza. Former journalist Tony Schwartz, Realistic optimism, a term ‘Anatomiya ng Korupsyon’ starring Maricar which were inducted to the CMMA The following is is like selling expired product—you have tion infrastructure to promote seamless (“Letters of Solitude”) by Guti- Catch the entries Reyes and is a social satire set in the the president and CEO of The En- coined by psychologist Sandra Hall of Fame as the Best News Ra- excerpted from to hide the truth or make sure no one travel investment incentives will lure errez Mangansakan II; “Six De- in the 2011 Cinema 1980s written for the stage by Malou Jacob and ergy Project, offers different ways Schneider, means telling yourself dio Program and Best Radio Drama, Tourism Sec. and gets close enough to see the faults. in development in tourism enterprise grees of Separation From Lilia” by One Originals Fes- adapted for the screen by Dennis Marasigan to look at and deal with difficult the most hopeful and empower- respectively. (K. Choa) former Knowl- The flaw in this kind of thinking is zones. Capacity building programs will coworkers. ing story about a given circum- edge Channel that these doubters think that the un- be undertaken for the LGUs for plan- OUR core emotional need is to stance without subverting the Foundation Inc. pleasant truths about the Philippines ning promotion, regulation and com- Oldest and first Visayan grand winners feel valued and valuable. The easy facts. It’s about moving beyond trustee Ramon are actually secret. Not so. The fact is, munity-based projects. default when we feel devalued your default reaction to feel- Jimenez Jr.’s the bad things about the Philippines are The human resources development is to the role of victim, and it’s ing under attack, and exploring “Us Girls” writer Toni Catapang, head writer MJ speech before the too well known. It is the good stuff that agenda will ensure that graduates have ap- a seductive pull. Blaming others whether there is an alternative Felipe and “Iba-Ibalita” EP Mark Salamat (3rd to Maasinhon Trio prevails in PGT 3 Public Relations has remained obscure. propriate skills. The culture of tourism can for how we’re feeling is a form way of viewing the situation that 5th from left) with Lani Mercado and Julius Babao Society of the Well, to be frank, we did have years and be spread also by giving our own destina- MAASINHON Trio’s rendition acoustic singers Bringas Brothers Other grand finalists were El that they receive during the grand of self-protection. By off-loading would ultimately serve you better. Philippines on October 25, 2011 years of bad governance, bad management. tions priority as part of corporate incentive of Basil Valdez’s classic OPM hit with 14.03%. Gamma Penumbra (8.05%), Syner- finals. All 12 grand finalists are tal- responsibility, we feel better in The reverse lens. This lens re- THE title of my speech is instructive. You So while other places were busy becoming programs or university study visits. ‘Us Girls’ is CMMA best “Nais Ko” was voted as the best act Hailing from Maasin City in gy (7.27%), Sandugo (6.91%), Twin ented and deserving to win, but in the short term. quires viewing the world through see, my Chicken Joy quote was a response “Truly Asian” we were struggling to keep Help me build this atmosphere of en- entertainment program by Filipinos here and abroad in the Southern Leyte, Andrew Sanchez, Divas (5.26%), Renagine Pepito the end, it was the Maasinhon Trio The problem with being a vic- the lens of the person who triggered to a question about why our tourism num- from becoming truly bankrupt. couragement our people need so badly. intense season finale of “Pilipinas Bonifacio Salubre and Licinio Lolo (5.08%), Loverkada Kids (4.66%), which got the most votes from the tim is that you cede the power to you. Counterintuitively, one of the “Us Girls” brought home the prestigious Best En- bers are trailing even late-comer brands But more than that, we forgot to do Join in the effort to bring what is good ” (PGT) held recently at didn’t only win the grand prize of P2 Muriel Lomadilla (3.56%), Kiriko viewing public, followed by Khalil influence your circumstances. The most powerful ways to reclaim tertainment Program award at the 33rd Catho- such as Vietnam. What I actually said was something very important. We forgot to about this country out in the open in- the Ynares Sports Center. million but also made history as the (2.52%) and Lucky Twins (1.43%). Ramos and the Bringas Brothers…. painful truth when it comes to your value, when it feels threatened, lic Mass Media Awards. Head writer MJ Felipe, that selling the Philippines should be as speak well of our country. We forgot that stead of being burned under a mountain The Maasinhon Trio, also the old- first act from the Visayas to win the In a statement, ABS-CBN Cor- The voting public has spoken and let the people who trigger you is this: is to find a way to appreciate the writer Toni Catapang and “Iba-Balita” executive easy as Chicken Joy, so why is it so hard? we needed some positive image-building. of self-criticism and self-doubt. est grand winner for PGT, garnered competition following Season 1’s porate Communications head Bong us respect the decision of the view- You’re not going to change them. perspective of the person you feel producer Mark Salamat accepted the trophy on It wasn’t my intended “sound bite.” But We forgot to feed our positive image. We Where can you start? You can start 22.59% of the total text and online and Season 2’s Mar- Osorio said, “The winners of ‘Pili- ers. We congratulate the winners The only person you have the pos- devalued by. 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 Lopezlink November 2011 Lopezlink November 2011  executive feature JOSE Ramon D. Olives, chief strategic to find places where people’s skills can officer of ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. best be used. I believe in what (ELJ) (AFI), is also known as the “father of said that public service is good busi- TFC (The Filipino Channel).” ness. I now have the opportunity Based in San Francisco as director to use the skills I developed over for international ventures from 1992 23 years with the station to until 2001, he oversaw the birth and professionalize the foundation growing pains of TFC in North Amer- and make it sustainable,” says ica and the Middle East as it began dis- Olives. tribution and sought recognition as an Privileged position ethnic channel for overseas Filipinos. For her part, managing L-R: Overall race director Eric Imperio, 10K race director Nan Now on his 25th year as a Kapami- director GL is directly lya, Olives actually started out in ABS- involved with KBPIP Enriquez, 3K and 5K race director Thumbie Remigio, 21K The River Warriors enthusiastically welcome visitors Next year, Kapit Bisig para sa Ilog Pasig will be taking on Estero ceremonial race director Rio dela Cruz, AFI managing director Gina Lopez with President Noynoy Aquino and Nedy at the headwater of Estero de Paco de San Miguel, one of the five network of esteros found behind the Gina Lopez, ABS-CBN sportscaster Dyan Castillejo, AFI chief Tantoco during the inauguration of the Paco Market dry Malacañang Palace Before and after shots of Estero de Paco strategist Monchet Olives, Azkal Jason Sabio section MAKING... Students normally make up the for the Pasig River limited edi- The trio of race directors are also contributing to the ma- formal settlers, several cleanups gung-ho and optimistic about game plan, GL said, means “the KBPIP execs: from page 1 bulk of the runners, alongside tion shirts, caps and visors at who directed last year’s fun jor source of funds for KBPIP’s were carried out by multi-sec- the campaign—one of several river really might get clean!” delegations from private com- SM Mall of Asia, SM North run—Eric Imperio, Thumbie seven-year plan to clean the 27- toral groups and the River War- she, characteristically, has on Pointing out the mass sup- Professionalism According to AFI’s chief panies, the military and the EDSA, SM Megamall and Remigio and Rio dela Cruz— kilometer Pasig River. riors community volunteers. her plate. port the Pasig River cleanup strategist, Monchet Olives, police. The ABS-CBN Store at the have returned to take charge The river, which was de- They were able to rid the estero For one, the current ad- drive has garnered, she added: 11.20.2011 is on track to top the Olives also estimated that ELJ Building. of the 11.20.2011 Run for the clared biologically dead about of about 3,200 cubic meters of ministration is also helping in “What moves this country is + passion = previous run in terms of number revenues from registration “Last year we had a crowd Pasig River, along with new- two decades ago, cuts through sludge and solid waste. a big way, earmarking a budget people power. Nothing can of participants, with the count fees and ads will improve on estimate of easily around comer PJ Villarta. Metro Manila and connects The estero was also dredged, of P10 billion a year to clean stand in the way of a people Source of funds Maximum impact at 117,000 thus far. ABS-CBN the P12 million raised during 150,000 people,” GL had Laguna de Bay to Manila Bay coco fiber technology applied as the country’s waterways. This, united for a noble cause.” By Carla Paras-Sison is good for 5,000 runners, while the 10.10.10 run. Even non- noted in an earlier interview. More than earning genuine by way of the Napindan Chan- a stabilization and filtration sys- coupled with KBPIP’s six-year the Lopez Group is expected to runners will still be able to do “We just weren’t able to count bragging rights for being part of nel, a major tributary. KBPIP tem, and island reactors put up CBN as a production assistant with the and the anti-mining advocacy. Now friendly and sustainable businesses. The field another 5,000, he added. their share by purchasing Run everyone properly because we a Guinness-worthy feat, those aims to clean, by clusters, for aeration to clean the water. Public Affairs group in 1987. He became chairman of the Pasig River Rehabilita- Lopez Group is planting millions of used the manual count.” who take part in the annual runs all 47 tributaries, esteros and Next target on-air manager in 1990 and then came tion Commission, GL finds herself in trees to clean the air and improve quality MEET THE KBPIP TEAM creeks that feed into the river. KBPIP’s experience in the overseas assignment for TFC, when a privileged position to “marry the of life of people,” GL explains. The AFI headquarters in Paco comes in handy as it pre- he was made director, international ven- strengths of government and the private While accidents do happen, GL cred- (Standing, l-r) Jun Magallanes, technical assistant; Ryan Guzman, officer-in-charge for operations; Roel Espinoza, area project manager; front of the Pinoy pares to launch into the next tures. “They actually didn’t know what sector” to fulfill the common cause of its the Lopez family and the Group for Miko Aliño, River Warriors manager; Poroy Pangilinan, community organizer; Francis Mendoza, community organizer; Jay Benedicto, house is probably the closest esteros on its list. Estero de San to call it then,” quips Olives. cleaning the Pasig River, but more than taking responsibility, “biting the bullet” IEC officer; Jonald Balgos, solid waste management manager; and Mike Brusola, community organizer. (Seated, l-r) Faizza Tanggol, media thing to a war room for the Miguel has been described as In 2001, he returned to Manila and that, to renew the city of Manila and its and fixing the problem. She says not the manager; Paula Beriña, senior resource mobilization officer; Kat Arandela, IEC manager; Lala Lendio, community organizer; Arlene Yumol, campaign, a place where good “one of the biggest slums in the headed business development under the environs by changing people’s attitudes same can be said of mining companies. administrative assistant; Melvic Cabasag, administrative officer; Bebot Corpuz, relocation manager; and Vanessa Santos, finance officer. Not and noble deeds have been world.” It is a bit shorter than office of ABS-CBN chairman Eugenio and views toward themselves, their life- “There is a UP (University of the in photo: Ish Panganiban, senior resource mobilization officer; Caloy Santos, in-house director; Jane Foronda, promo specialist; Jericho Von hatched since 2009 when AFI Miranda, producer; and Arnold Cucio, technical assistant Estero de Paco at two kilome- Lopez III (EL3). He was assigned to styles and the river itself. Philippines) study that shows that the and the Pasig River Rehabilita- ters, but its pre-rehabilitation 11.20.2011 Run for head the Cable Channels and Print Me- “It is much easier to raise funds from incidence of poverty is highest in mining tion Commission (PRRC) got state is no less dismal. dia Group in 2007 until he went on sab- the private sector, because although the communities or those close to mining together to form KBPIP. In “This is where the money’s batical in 2009. “It was a soul-searching government has money, you have to deal sites. What happens is that the immediate her second-floor office, GL, going,” GL said of the este- the Pasig River 101 period,” says Olives of his three month- with bureaucracy. It is such blessing that environment where the workers come from who also heads PRRC, shows ros near Malacañang. Now, SO you and your friends break from network activities. the President has an amazing Cabinet. benefits, but all around them, the river is a series of PowerPoint presenta- KBPIP will have to relocate are planning to be part of Aside from the race bib When he came back from sabbatical, And this is why I believe we can do it dirty, the air is bad, all the neighboring tions tracking the transforma- some 1,072 squatter families the biggest run of the year, which has your bib number ABS-CBN was in the process of retool- (clean the Pasig River) within the seven- communities suffer. And when an accident tion of parts of the Pasig River along Estero de San Miguel, 11.20.2011 Run for the Pasig and security code, the packet ing its public service offerings. And year plan (until 2016),” GL says. happens, they (mining companies) just up from trash pit to eye- and nose- ‘Reflection of our beauty as a 126 families along the Uli-Uli River. Here’s what to do: also contains all the race infor- when typhoon Ondoy struck and the and leave. That is irresponsible,” says GL. pleasing pockets of green. people’ Positive spillover effect pumping station, 207 along First, preregister at www. mation you’ll need, including network went full force into helping The funds raised from the Estero de San Sebastian, and runforthepasigriver.com. So the route, rules and regula- disaster victims, ABS-CBN president She adds, “Ultimately, we want people She advocates ecotourism to replace 2009 run, which were matched Estero de Quiapo. that you are officially part of tions, FAQs and other details; Charo Santos-Concio requested Olives to care for the river enough to keep it mining as livelihood in island ecosystems. by a P30-million contribution Olives, a 25-year veteran the run, pay the registration and a finisher’s necklace made to help organize and support the artists beautiful. We want them to appreciate the Tourism has a positive spillover effect in from the Office of the Presi- of ABS-CBN, appreciates the fee to get your race packet, by the BayaniJuan relocatees and talents, who wanted to join Sagip beauty of the river as a reflection of our the agriculture and transportation indus- dent, were poured into the ini- sheer magnitude of the job he then activate the bib number in Calauan, Laguna. Kapamilya relief operations. beauty as a people and as a nation. Last tries, while protecting the environment. tial rehabilitation of KBPIP’s Seconded to AFI signed on for a couple of years contained therein. Log on to www.runfor- year, we broke the Guinness record because “The Lopez family is committed to first target: the 2.9-kilometer ago. “Managing La Mesa is Race packets are sold for thepasigriver.com again to “At about the same time, Gina (AFI 116,000 people cared enough to run for national growth. We will not do anything Estero de Paco and its imme- huge, so imagine cleaning a P300 (3K and 5K) and P450 activate your bib. By doing so, managing director Gina Lopez or GL) the river. This year, we want to break the intentionally bad for the environment. We diate surroundings, including river,” he noted, referring to (10K) at the Run for the Pa- you will also be able to retrieve had already started KBPIP (Kapit Bisig record again, because breaking the record are very responsible,” GL says. the Paco Market. AFI’s successful rehabilitation sig River booths in SM North your online finisher’s certifi- Para sa Ilog Pasig). And like everything would mean you’re the best. Will that not As for Olives, who finds founda- A 60-second “before” and and protection of La Mesa EDSA (2nd Floor Cinema cate, which will be available else she (GL) does, you just get sucked make us proud as a people? That will feed tion work to be “very difficult,” he says: “after” clip briskly summarizes Watershed and Eco Park in C Lobby, near IMAX The- for download after the run. into this hole,” recalls Olives, who was into our psyche and lead to further caring “When you’re in the corporate setting the work done by KBPIP on the Quezon City. atre), SM Megamall (Lower There will be no sign-ups eventually seconded to AFI after 23 to make the river clean and beautiful.” and have attained success, you feel you’re estero in 12 months. After the GL, two years from the Ground Level, Building A, on-site on race day, so make sure years of corporate work. As for the pro-mining advocates invincible. But mistakes do happen, and relocation of thousands of in- formation of KBPIP, remains near the food court); and to iron out the nitty-gritty of He likes to quip that now he has who have taken what she feels are unjust it’s quite difficult to rebuild what you lost. SM Mall of Asia (Ground your registration by November experienced working for the “father digs at the Lopez family because of her A career does have its ups and downs. MILESTONES Floor, Main Mall, beside 15, 2011. Run and be counted! (the late ABS-CBN chairman emeritus strong anti-mining stance, GL clarifies I started foundation work while I was Eugenio Lopez Jr.), the son (EL3) and that there is “absolutely no conflict” going through a personal journey, and 2008 2009 mitigate solid waste 2010 The second marathon, Rustan’s specialty wing the ice skating • the holy spirit (GL).” He candidly ad- between her advocacy and the Lopez I am fortunate to find meaning in what ABS-CBN Foundation KBIP is formally launched discharge into the esteros, 10.10.10: Run for the section for dry goods in rink). You may • • • Trainings for the River mits that 23 years of working for ABS- Group’s business practices. I’m doing. I don’t think the challenge of Inc. signs a memorandum in March, then gets to are put up in Manda- Pasig River, breaks the April also purchase race Warriors community CBN corporate could not prepare him “There is no such thing as responsible corporate life can compare with what I of agreement with the work cleaning up its first luyong and Sta. Ana, world record and raises • KBPIP seeks to packets at R.O.X., volunteers are conducted for working for AFI, particularly Gina mining in an island ecosystem because have gained doing what I do now. I can Department of Envi- estero—Estero de Paco Manila P12 million for KBPIP’s break its own record Bonifacio High beginning in April Lopez, “who always thinks big, never the corals, the groves, the reefs are all ir- say that I really know now how it is to be ronment and Natural The relocation of some • KBPIP’s first marathon, advocacy by gathering at least Street, Taguig and • • Rehabilitation of Paco small” and is known for her very pas- replaceable. Once you mine, you damage of service to the Filipino in a very real, Resources to comanage 1,100 informal settlers Philippine International 150,000 participants in The Athlete’s Foot Market begins in May sionate and intense social advocacies. the environment. I have seen the dev- very palpable way. And it’s not just a job the rehabilitation of the living on the banks of the Marathon 2009: A Run 2011 the 11.20.2011 Run for (Level 2, Glorietta • The River Warriors “I am quite lucky that ABS-CBN is astation to ecology wrought by mining. I’m assigned to do, it’s beyond the office Pasig River, giving birth river begins for the Pasig River is President Aquino the Pasig River 3). Students with undertake more river • an organization that embraces the con- On the other hand, the Lopez family or the work. It’s the impact you have on to Kapit Bisig Para sa Ilog The first two materials held in November graces the inauguration valid ID will need • cleanups cept of social responsibility, and is able has always supported environmentally people, on the future,” he concludes. Pasig (KBPIP) recovery facilities, to of the Paco Market’s to pay only P150.

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UPDATE ONGOINGS NOSTALGIA KCh backs Global Hand Washing Day Alongside this are Pablo Biglang-awa’s “DIY Those who cannot remember the past are ‘Larunungan’ toy ‘50 Years of Chabet’ Fundamentals of condemned to repeat it. —George Santayana Chabet” videos that show the process of art mak- Teaching children about opens November 11 materials on November 16 November 17, 1898 health and the proper way to ing reduced to a step-by-step, connect-the-dots, take care of themselves is an paint-by-numbers exercise. On November 16, 2011, 8 am-5 pm, Amalia de la Benito Lopez is part of the “50 Years of Chabet” is important part of their educa- The sound of a museum Torre, Bobby Orillaneda, Mauro Alvarez and Alfredo Iloilo revolutionary government and drive in high gear a tribute to Roberto tion. This was the message de- Orongo from the National Museum of the Philip- becomes a member of the central Chabet, a pioneering according to Ambata livered by Knowledge Chan- LAUNCHED last June 2011, in 38,000 schools and daycare pines’ Archaeology Division will discuss pottery and committee when Emilio Aguinaldo Filipino conceptual In response to the nel Foundation Inc. (KCFI) ABS-CBN’s Larunungan: Ka- centers. Kapamilya child actors ceramics in a seminar for those who care for, study organizes a provisional revolutionary artist and a key figure question “What does president Rina Lopez-Bautista linga Kapamilya toy drive aims such as Zaijian Jaranilla, Xyriel and collect such items. There will also be a general government in Philippine contem- a museum sound like?” November 4, 1928 during the Global Handwash- to increase awareness of the law Manabat, and the introduction to ceramics, and the manufacture, con- porary art. posed by Lopez Mu- ing Day 2011 celebration at for universal kindergarten edu- “Goin’ Bulilit” gang, and kuyas or struction, finishing and surface treatment of pottery. Eugenio “Geny” Lopez Jr. is born Since the 1960s, seum curators Eileen November 11, 1947 the SM Mall of Asia. Dur- cation, encourage the public to ambassadors , Enrique The speakers will also focus on the three phases of Chabet has been pro- Legaspi-Ramirez and ing the program, about 1,000 donate old toys to be used for the Gil and conserving ceramics from underwater sites. Fee of Fernando H. Lopez is elected senator ducing avant-garde Claro Ramirez, artist students from the Marcela serve as the faces P1,500 includes lunch and snacks. on the Liberal slate. In November works which fore- Eric Agoncillo Am- Marcelo Elementary School of Larunungan, Risk management on 1949, he is chosen as Pres. Elpidio ground idea over form. bata focused on Felix in Pasay symbolically washed batting for educa- Quirino’s running mate Roberto Chabet (right) with Also a curator, he Resurreccion Hidalgo’s December 1 November 25, 1993 their hands at the same time tion as the key to Nilo Ilarde in the UP CFA has organized many study for the Greco- A seminar on risk and disaster management for to highlight the importance Pasay students symbolically wash their hands during the celebration of the empowerment ‘dirty room’ in an undated Benpres (now Lopez Holdings) is exhibitions of con- Roman journey of the cultural institutions will be conducted on December of this life-saving habit of Global Handwashing Day as KCFI president Rina Lopez-Bautista of the youth. photograph by Soler Santos Transfigura listed on the Manila Stock Exchange. looks on temporary art, mostly soul motif “La Barca 1, 2011. The Philippines is ranked fourth among washing hands after playing, Since the Eighteen percent of the company is Larunungan “Icon” Zaijian by artists who were his students at the University de Aqueronte” (“The Boat of Charon”) to create countries with the most number of casualties brought before eating and after using schools in Metro Manila. It will Lopez-Bautista also said KCFI kids are only sold to the public in a successful IPO Jaranilla of the Philippines (UP) College of Fine Arts. He a multimedia and digitally mobile series he calls about by disasters and manmade calamities, and third November the toilet. teach an estimated 300,000 stu- will support the campaign by around five years was also the first museum director of the Cultural “Psychopomphony.” in the UN’s Disaster Risk Index. Apart from the lives 18, 2010 The program also introduced dents the “Handwashing Song” constantly communicating the old, the toys outlets, Phinma at the Rock- Center of the Philippines (CCP) and initiated the Passage from one world into another implied lost, documents, photographs and artifacts are also the -Vase- and demonstrate the proper message through television and preferred for col- well Center, St. Paul Univer- Chairman prestigious Thirteen Artists Award, which gives by the mythology behind the painting is trans- victims of these events. The International Centre line Handwashing van, which way of washing one’s hands. the Internet. (Charlene Tordesil- lection include sity (QC/Manila/Pasig), Don emeritus recognition to outstanding young artists. Chabet’s muted into 21st century augmented reality, where for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of will visit 70 KCh-connected Aside from the school visits, las) puzzles, multicol- Bosco, Christ the King, Ateneo Oscar M. work questions fixed notions about art, meaning all information and sound media are displaced to Cultural Property encourages that these be incorpo- ored spindle, fit-in de Zamboanga, Notre Dame of Lopez is and modernity. the virtual cloud where access to the datasphere rated into risk and disaster management plans to en- Future teachers join Volunteer Corps geometric shapes, Greater Manila HS and now, in conferred The third to the last series of exhibitions com- is achieved by two-dimensional Quick Response sure their survival during and after disasters. Lectures Students from the Philippine gram. They were able to raise that visited KCh beneficiary universal kindergarten program, wooden beads, play cubes, table Lopez Group companies. the degree memorating the 50 years of Chabet’s work as codes via smart phones. The narrative is further and exercises to be given by Ma. Victoria Herrera and Normal University recently more than P18,000, which will schools. They facilitated inter- and instill the value of generosity and floor blocks, domino-type To help, call Regine Abrera of doctor artist, curator and teacher, “Tabo,” features a video informed by the use of superhero action figures Peter Natividad of the Mind Museum and Lopez initiated fundraising efforts go to KCh’s continuing efforts views and group discussions, in children and groom them to toys and play dough—toys that or Em Magsino of ABS-CBN of humani- installation inspired by Jose Rizal’s “El Filibuster- and projected video that illustrate metamorphic Memorial Museum, respectively, will focus on these. and conducted monitoring to develop and produce more the results of which will help become advocates of charity and will help kindergarten students Integrated Public Service at ties, honoris causa, by the Ateneo de ismo.” A first for Chabet, the video installation transfigurations or apotheosis of the souls ferried Fee of P1,500 includes meals, kit and certificate. and evaluation activities in quality educational television KCh produce more quality creative learning. learn, invent, organize with 415-2272 locals 7120, 7121 and Manila University commemorates Rizal’s 150th birth anniversary by Charon from Acheron to Styx to Elysium. For inquiries, call Fanny at 631-2417. Lopez Me- KCh schools as volunteers for materials. The volunteers also educational media programs ABS-CBN’s target is to col- other children and be creative. 4365 or 414-3363. You may also Source: Mercy Servida, head librarian, and becomes a metaphor for the ephemeralities in Ambata’s work may be viewed at the museum morial Museum and Library is located at the ground KCh’s Volunteer Corps pro- became part of a research team in the future. (C. Tordesillas) lect enough toys to cover 1.9 To date, toy drives are ongo- contact 0917-5690772 or email Lopez Memorial Museum Library culture, history and everyday life. until April 3, 2012. floor of Benpres Building. million kindergarten students ing in ABS-CBN, Shopwise [email protected]. Lopez Group retirees feel the love LOPEZ VALUES IN ACTION ‘Kapamilya’ forever Ecotourism, not At EDC, it’s always health and safety first ployment by Lopez Holdings. WITH five geothermal sites scattered all over the “People are empowered. They say, ‘this is unsafe, health program that includes health promotion, gram and all other screening programs that will Lopez Inc. vice president for mining, in country, keeping a spotless safety record is a chal- we should stop this.’ That makes business sense disease prevention and disease management or cure. save our employees from the inconvenience of Administration Mabelle Ramos lenge, and it is a challenge that Energy Develop- because if something happens, the stoppage alone Their activities mainly focus on health promotion being sick and allow them to be more productive said the company intended their SAYING she was not against effects on the rice lands and on Lopez and Mendoza, as well ment Corporation (EDC) is working to step up to. will cost the company a lot of money, the compen- and disease prevention because they believe that and effective at their jobs.” cash donation for the victims to the whole mining industry, her town mates’ health. Despite as MMK host Charo Santos- Headquartered at the Energy Center in Taguig, sation alone will cost a lot of money. The cost of “prevention is always better than cure.” Under Dr. Cabantog, EDC has become active be able to repair and rehabilitate ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. being struck blind by glaucoma Concio, for fulfilling her dream EDC maintains a hydro and a wind farm project unsafe things can be high,” Bersamin stressed. “Our health promotion involves a series of in the Lopez Group Lifelong Wellness activities. their homes, and prioritize their managing director Gina Lo- early on, Villanueva persevered, of having her story told on the in addition to the geothermal sites BacMan Geo- Ernesto Espinosa, VP for HR Management health awareness programs through lectures, ‘tail- “We send employees whom we have identified as purchases accordingly. pez batted instead for the des- ultimately succeeding in hav- long-running program. thermal Production Field in Luzon; Northern Sector, cited the case of an employee who re- gate’ meetings focusing on specific departments having weight and cholesterol problems to partic- Alfonso Magaling De Jesus De Jesus, Magaling and Al- ignation of no-go zones in the ing the local mining company’s According to Lopez, the pro- Negros Geothermal Production Field, Southern ported that the announcements posted near the with specific health concerns, and other health- ipate in the Lopez Group wellness activities, spe- THE Lopez Group’s kapamilya and ready-to-eat food supplies fonso subsequently visited their country. permit revoked. Starring Angel cess of collecting 10 million sig- Negros Geothermal Production Field and Leyte stairs were distracting the people going up and related seminars. We believe that through health cifically in the Wellness 101 course, for instance.” spirit goes beyond retirement. for the three victims. They also kapamilya in Lopez Holdings, At the special screening of an Aquino and Yul Servo, “Pala- natures to stop mining in Pala- Geothermal Production Field in the Visayas; and down, making them prone to accidents. To show awareness our employees would not only know the EDC also maintains satellite clinics in all proj- This is what retirees Domingo gave a little cash to Alfonso, Eugenio Lopez Foundation anniversary episode of drama wan” is the first TV directorial wan is a process of awakening Mindanao Geothermal Production Field. that they appreciated her initiative to speak up, proper way to maintain their health and well-being ect sites catering to the health needs of the project Magaling of Lopez Memorial their former messenger, said and Lopez Inc. to acknowledge anthology “Maalala Mo Kaya” project of Cannes Best Director the people. However, she said, As the country’s market leader in the geother- Espinosa said, they immediately had the materi- but also realize its importance. They are responsible site employees. Each clinic is manned by a medical Museum, Braulio Alfonso of Lo- Lopez Holdings administrative their help. (MMK) at the Shangri-La Mall awardee . her experience with signature mal energy industry, the safety of its operations and als removed. for their health and must know how to take care of team composed of specialized doctors, advanced pez Holdings Corporation and officer Emely Constantino. “Salamat ng marami. Talagang cinema on October 13, Lopez “I was really inspired by Bogs’ campaigns, particularly with get- employees is of paramount importance to EDC. “The reverse of it is, people just keep quiet. If themselves and their family,” Dr. Cabantog said. cardiac life support nurses, nutritionists and first Andres de Jesus of Lopez Inc. Constantino and Lopez kailangang-kailangan po namin explained that if a mining ac- story,” Mendoza said. “Inspir- ting the Clear Air Act passed in Safety something happens, well, it’s done, it’s happened. “Our disease prevention program, on the other aiders. As part of the emergency response pro- experienced firsthand when they Holdings senior assistant vice ng tulong, hindi lang kami, pati cident happens on the islands, ing stories are something we 1999, “has been very positive.” EDC’s Strategic Initiatives Office, in collabora- So it’s better that they speak up before it hap- hand, is more proactive. It includes a vaccination gram, EDC also has emergency response teams received help from their former president-Financial Controls mga kapitbahay namin. Dahil sa other areas are also affected, in- should all know and share with “After 10 years the law was tion with the safety officers assigned to the different pens—that should be our mindset.” program, drug-free workplace program, weight and a 24/7 standby ambulance per site. companies and officemates after Ma. Victoria Marcelino visited tulong niyo, nakatulong din kami cluding rice fields and the sea. everyone.” passed. Just take it on in the sites, is now crafting a unified set of safety standards Bersamin shared that he had just come from a management program, cancer prevention pro- HR VP Espinosa emphasized: “When you Pedring flooded their homes in Alfonso, Magaling and De Je- sa aming mga kapitbahay (Thank She cited the case of a nickel Villanueva, who had flown same way I took it on,” she for all the sites. They analyze the root cause of safety safety walk at the BacMan plant, a regular man- talk of employee welfare and wellness, there are Hagonoy, Bulacan. sus on October 8. The residence you very much. We really needed barge that overturned in May in for the screening, thanked urged. incidents in order to come up with a solution that is agement committee activity wherein they form basically two components: safety and health. A The homes of the three of De Jesus suffered the most help, not only us, but also our 2011, damaging about 1,000 applicable to all areas. teams and go around the sites. healthy employee is a productive employee.” gentlemen were submerged in damage because it was located neighbors. Because of your help, square meters of coral reefs in “The safety standards are important because you “People, day in and day out, do the same To further boost employee morale, EDC set up 10 to 14 feet of water, forcing in a lower- level barangay. we were able to help our neigh- the municipality of Narra in Pal- need to be able to do the same thing according to the thing, forgetting that there are sometimes un- an exhibit that highlights the achievements of the them, their families and their Lopez Inc. provided financial bors),” said Magaling. He added awan. Instead of large-scale min- Pitoy Moreno tribute standards in all the sites. The idea behind finding the safe areas because they’re used to it,” he employees as part of its 35th anniversary this year. livestock to sleep on the street assistance to the three victims. that they feel such deep gratitude ing, Lopez said, ecotourism is a PITOY Moreno: The Tribute Gala, the biggest and most im- root cause is to make sure it doesn’t happen again,” explained. When the safety walk teams “We’re recognizing the achievements of people also on wooden beds that were also De Jesus and Magaling are toward the Lopez Group and better bet for the country, with portant fashion and social event of the year, will be presented explained VP-Strategic Initiatives Rico Bersamin. come in, their unfamiliarity with the on a personal side, not only those related to EDC. half sunk in the flood. both former utility persons who hope to pay the favor forward. its 7,000 “amazing islands.” by Metro Society magazine, ABS-CBN and the Lifestyle Net- The oil refinery veteran noted the need to focus area allows them to see something un- The president also had the idea that whatever are Lopez Holdings employees served Lopez Inc. and Eugenio “Hindi namin akalaing maalala “Palawan” tells the story of work at the EDSA Shangri-La Hotel on November 21, 2011. on “safety first before production,” pointing out usual very quickly. the photos, diplomas and certificates in the head passed the hat for donations Lopez Foundation, adminis- niyo pa kami kasi retired na kami Health Bogs Villanueva, a farmer who Proceeds of this show will be for the beneficiaries of the mem- that the two are not incompatible. Already, he said, office be brought to the other sites as well. We did and raised P24,200 from 20 trator of the Lopez Memorial (We didn’t expect you to remem- led a prolonged battle against bers of LGFI- assisted community programs. For tickets, call employees are starting to be more conscious about Dr. Danilo Cabantog, manager of more than that—we retained what is in the head employees to buy water, rice, Museum. Alfonso also worked ber us because we are already re- mining in her native Palawan Monica at 449-6170, 490-0779 or 0906-3318257. unsafe incidents, reporting them to management the Medical Department under HR, office and then came up with employee achieve- medicines, antifungal cream in Lopez Inc. prior to his em- tired,” he said. (Carla Paras-Sison) after witnessing its devastating so that these may be rectified or resolved. leads the company’s three-pronged ment galleries in all the sites,” Espinosa said.

10 Lopezlink November 2011 LIFELONG WELLNESS TRAVEL Lopezlink November 2011 11 Sudoku Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! WE never tire of spreading the good Six holiday eating tips Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para word about Kapit Bisig Para sa Ilog ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, Pasig’s advocacy of cleaning and YOU’RE done with making that you’re eating a lot. veggies and lean column at kahon. rehabilitating the Pasig River. With a list, shopping and wrapping Sitting down will al- meat. Gina Lopez at the helm, we are con- your gifts. The only thing low you to really savor Going big is a fident that the vision of a “salamin ng Dear Rosie left on the agenda is to kick your food instead of no-go. Treat langit” just might come true in our Yes, our PBB updates will be back on the menu as soon as back, make the rounds of the wolfing them down yourself to the lifetime. If the Singaporeans did it the latest edition of our favorite “realiserye” is in full swing. We’re Christmas parties—and eat, and then rushing back bits you’re fondest with the Singapore River, then we looking forward to Kuya’s gimmicks and the housemates’ antics as eat, eat! Avoid looking like the to the buffet table. By of, but keep the por- much as you are! The Wellness 101 Batch 3 graduates with coach Chinggay Andrada.(seated, with cap) can definitely do it. But more than Christmas lechon’s long-lost the way, this goes for tions small. In other ooOoo sibling when you come back to glasses and goblets words, moderation talking about it, or reading about it, we can do our part by running for it! How do we register for the Pasig River run? Does the P300 fee the office in January with these too! is the name of the come with a race packet already? Thanks.—Walt S. Third Wellness 101 course held holiday eating tips. Healthful game. Sign up for the run on November 20, Basically, you have to preregister on their website and pay the TO keep the momentum for sequence, which is repeated participants transforming Don’t party hungry. Have is wise. Go Drink lots of water. 2011—let’s help make it bigger and registration fee at Run for the Pasig River booths in select malls. Wellness 101, a third run of the every practice. The aim of the from being unmindful of their breakfast or lunch beforehand for healthful Whatever it is you’re better this year, for an even cleaner You will then get your race packet. For the complete details, check course was conducted by Lopez practice is to offer development well-being to being conscious if you’re going to a party later options, that eating, it’s always best Pasig River by 2012. Group Foundation Inc. and the and awareness of the self, the and committed to making to avoid overeating. is, the lowest to wash it down with The KBPIP team, of course, is the same one that was honored in out our sidebar story on page 6. See you at the run! Lopez Lifelong Wellness team “side effects” being a stron- certain lifestyle changes to- Use a small plate and sit fat and lowest plenty of water. If you the public responsibility category of the Lopez Achievement Awards ooOoo at the Eugenio Lopez Center ger, more flexible, toned and ward wellness is highly ap- down when you eat. A small calorie offerings, can’t avoid alcohol or (LAA) for its Reviving the Pasig River: One Estero at a Time cam- I was one of those who was able to watch the special screening of in Antipolo. Twenty-four par- healthy body, which is why parent. This indicates that the plate, such as a salad plate, will on the buffet table. caffeine, make sure to paign, aside from taking home the coveted top LAA prize. the anniversary episode of “Maalaala Mo Kaya” at the Shangri- ticipants completed the two- most people are drawn to this. course is more than enough in trick your mind into thinking This means fruits, alternate it with a glass of Another green project that the Lopez Group has invested in La Mall. Thanks so much and kudos to AFI, Ms. Gina Lopez, day interactive course, with The invited panel of experts achieving its intent of raising water to help wash out some is Sikat II, the Philippine entry in the World Solar Challenge in Dante Mendoza and also to Bogs Villanueva!—Cece one participant coming from  discussed such topics as life- their awareness on the value of of the alcohol or caffeine in Very Easy Australia. Late last month, Sikat II finished 17th in the race—a sig- ooOoo outside the Lopez Group of style diseases, stress manage- being healthy and well, vis-à-  Easy your system. Best of all, it’s a nificant achievement in view of the formidable roster of contend- With regard to the free LASIK screening at Asian Eye Insti- companies. ment, depression, Syndrome vis the pressures of work and  Medium zero-calorie filler-upper that  ers and the battery problem it encountered on Day 4 of the race. tute, is it open to dependents/non-Lopez Group employees?— A variation implemented X, metabolic syndrome, and daily life; and that the jour- Mt. Batulao trek Hard will trick you into feeling full. Philippine Solar Car Challenge Society Inc., the car’s co-builder Abigael this time was a session on integrating spirituality into ney to wellness is a personal Get in a bit of exercise. We along with in Manila, is chaired by First Asian Eye vice president and general manager Bunny Peña- Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga con- one’s lifestyle. one, requiring their utmost don’t mean to spoil the fun; af- Philippine Holdings chair Federico R. Lopez. Gerochi replies: “Yes, definitely! It is open to the public, as long ducted by instructors from In the three Wellness 101 diligence and commitment to on November 12 ter all, who exercises during the Answer to October puzzle With less than two months to go before our favorite holiday, as they are new patients and within our age recommendation (21- YOGA Manila. Ashtanga courses conducted so far this be well and stay well. (Russel holidays? But if you could put Solution, tips and computer GET ready to conquer another allowed to join the Mt. Batu- program available at www. we can feel the shopping frenzy starting to build up. The “OCs” 50).” Vinyasa yoga is taught in year, the paradigm shift of Solitario) in a short stint at the gym or mountain as the Lopez Group lao trek. Participants should sudoku.com have probably finished their Christmas shopping by this time, but ooOoo goes to Mt. Batulao on No- bring enough food and water the oval in the morning before for those who relish last-minute adrenaline-pumping excursions, I want to send my story to “Maalaala Mo Kaya.” Where will I ad- FINANCIAL WELLNESS vember 12, 2011! for a day climb, as well as a you head to the latest party, it Power Plant Mall remains the go-to place; post-shopping spree, dress it and how am I going to know if it will be aired? Thanks.— Lore has it that this 811- first aid kit, survival kit and would help you burn off some Celebrate New Year’s Nelybe Investing 101 meter mountain just on the whistle. They should also be calories. you can recharge at any of its ever expanding list of dining op- tions. From ABS-CBN’s Chichi de Luna: “Please visit our website outskirts of Nasugbu, Batan- responsible for their own food Eve at EL Center! at http://mmk.abs-cbn.com or simply click this link: http://mmk. gas got its name from “bato and transportation expenses. SPORTS & WELLNESS On the other hand, there are those who prefer to look into a EUGENIO Lopez Center in Antipolo is the per- different way of making use of their Christmas windfall. Newbie abs-cbn.com/ikwento/index.html.” Don’t blow your bonus! sa ilaw,” the impression the Assembly will be at the Ben- CALENDAR fect place to welcome 2012. Enjoy the spectacular investors might want to check out our investing tips—what, who, climber gets when the sun ap- pres Building lobby at 4 a.m. fireworks display happening all over the metropolis. If you have questions, comments, opinions, suggestions and re- WITH inflation snapping at probably be 20-30 years; given financial institution you’re NOVEMBER how—as they begin trekking the path to financial security. pears between the mountain’s Departure is at 4:30 a.m. Experience a smoke- free and worry-free celebration actions about anything and everything about the Lopez Group, your heels, putting your hard- this, you may opt for riskier entrusting your money to has a 5: Lifelong Wellness ooOoo two peaks. At the summit, one To join the trek, submit a with us! Reservation will be open from November 2 please send them to Dear Rosie through email DearRosie@ben- earned money in traditional investments since you will have very good reputation and has a Basketball Tournament I hope you have a regular feature on “” again, finds cogon grass instead of completed registration form to December 9, 2011. For more info, call 636-2886, pres-holdings.com or [email protected] or be a friend or fan bank products is no longer enough time to ride out the ups strong financial background. trees. and a signed waiver and release opening ceremonies I’m not able to watch it regularly due to my busy work sched- enough to help you achieve and downs of the market. Be patient. Look into the 636-0581 or 449-7241 to 44 or email marketing@ on Facebook. While open to all Lopez form (from Lifelong) to your (Xavier School, Green- elcenter.com.ph. Reserve now! (Mark Sayno) ule.—Jorni your dream of a financially Know what you’re invest- type of investment you have Group employees and their HR personnel by November 8, hills). Contact Benjo stress-free life. ing in. Determine where you’re and always remember your family members, kids are not 2011. Sandoval @ 631-6394 By Leanne Mae Alvarez Investments give poten- going to invest. Are you invest- investment horizon. 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By Cherry Pineda What’sfrom ABS-CBN Publishing new this November ‘Metro’ sizzles with Hot List GET a glimpse of what’s hot and what’s not in the coming year as Metro presents its annual Hot List. Read up on the latest fashion trends, designers, ce- lebrities, musicians and athletes to watch for and, of course, items to covet. Also making headlines this year is Miss Universe runner-up Shamcey Supsup, this month’s cover girl. Gracing her first magazine cover since winning her title, Shamcey stuns in de- signer garb against Manila’s captivating architecture and fascinating destinations. Metro has all the bases covered, so don’t be the last one in on the latest and sary in showbiz. Bea shares exclusive photos and stories from her hottest fashion, beauty and lifestyle news! childhood, her growing-up years, family struggles, her affairs of the heart and how she rose in showbiz to become the brilliant star she is today. The issue also contains noteworthy articles on Albert — ‘Vault’ pays homage to modern design Martinez, rising star Martin Escudero of “Zombadings: Patayin sa The latest issue of Vault is dedicated to new traditions in Shokot si Remington” and the best celebrity makeovers of the year. modern product design, from Danish and Italian brands like Bang & Olufsen and Alessi to the BMW art car col- lection designed by Andy Warhol and Jeff Koons. The Celeb icons in ‘ Catalogue’ Vault team steps inside Vapor Studio to see how Filipino TheStar Magic Catalogue 2012 showcases the biggest and bright- designs are crafted for a global audience, and venture to est stars in Philippine entertainment at their most beautiful and Batangas for a tour of the world’s biggest collection of glamorous. The stunning images, captured through the lens of top BMW vintage motorcycles, including the 1963 BMW fashion photographers BJ Pascual and Paolo Pineda, presents art- R50 S on our cover. They also head cross-country on ists like , , , Kristine dual-sport bikes in our feature on adventure riding, and Hermosa, , as modern celebrity recommend riding gear for the open road. icons of this generation. The Star Magic Catalogue is an annual special publication of ABS-CBN Publishing which features all Bea’s 10 brilliant years in ‘SSM’ the Star Magic artists. StarStudio joins Bea Alonzo in celebrating two special Get the newest issues of your favorite magazines at leading bookstores occasions in her life: her birthday and her 10th anniver- and magazine stands nationwide. ROCKWELL POWER PLANT FINDS

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LOOKING for a special gift for Rivers.” That’s more than wrong with your version of a crystalline your special someone? Or perhaps enough literature to sati- Christmas. a trinket for a cute little kid- ate the most avid read- do? Come on over to Power er’s holiday appetite! Power Plant Plant Mall to find the per- Cinema fect Christmas present! Thomas Sabo Manny Pac- For everything quiao and the Quirks that glitters, there’s last Mexican stand- For unique Thomas Sabo at the ing, Juan Manuel toys or a R2 Level. Check out Marquez, go at it bit of humor to their Panda Collection for the third time! brighten up the which offers a stark - con The world welter- daily grind, Quirks trast of dark to light, in weight champion- Editorial Advisory Board Boo Chanco / Mike Lopez at the R2 Level offers items such as the addition to a smor- ship will be settled Executive Editor Rosan Cruz waterproof and tear-resistant paper Mighty gasbord of delec- live via satellite in Wallet, as well as the entertaining “Book- table charms and Power Plant Cin- Contributing Editors Mark” bookmark, “StressPaul” stress ball and bracelets. With such emas on Novem- Carla Paras-Sison (Lopez Holdings) Hazel Velasco (FPHC) the “DeadFred” penholder to adorn your office a wide selection on ber 13, 2011. Estela de la Paz (First Gen) John Rojo (Bayan) Sheila Quieta (ABS-CBN Publishing) Susan Ortiz (SkyCable) desk with. offer, you can’t go Look forward to Kane Choa (ABS-CBN) Vienn Tionglico (Rockwell) the beginning of the Benjo Sandoval (Wellness) Dulce Baybay (LGFI) Fully Booked end of “The Twilight Circulation Lucy Torres (Tel. 449-2468) Want to provide the next fix Saga” with “Break- ing Dawn-Part 1.” Editorial and Layout Mousetrap Publishing for the resident bookworm? Fully Booked at the R3 Level Then, if you want LopezLink is published by Lopez Holdings offers a variety of new reads, to keep your flip- Corp. PR Group from Paulo Coelho’s “Aleph” pers frosty, bring 4/F Benpres Bldg., Ortigas, Pasig City the kids for some Tel. no. (63-2) 449-2345 to Tina Fey’s “Bossy Pants” to For feedback, email [email protected] Haruki Murakami’s “Hard- penguin-powered Follow us on Twitter: @lopezlinkph boiled Wonderland and the partying with “Happy Feet 2.” For reserva- Available online at www.Lopezlink.ph End of the World” to Philip- tions, call 898-1440 to 41. (“Happy Feet” and pa Gregory’s “The Lady of the “Twilight” photos from imdb.com)