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‘Tis the Our nine-month Scholar set to fulfill engineering season financials…page 2 dream…page 9 to plan!…page 12 Lopezlink Dec. 2018-Jan. 2019 Biz News Lopezlink Dec. 2018-Jan. 2019 JANUARY TO SEPTEMBER 2018 FINANCIAL RESULTS (UNAUDITED, CONSOLIDATED) UNAUDITED NET INCOME PERIOD UNAUDITED TOTAL REVENUES ATTRIBUTABLE TO EQUITY HOLDERS ‘Box City’ wins 1st place JANUARY- OF THE PARENT SEPTEMBER 2017 2018 % change 2017 2018 % change in SF Press Club awards ABS-CBN P29.512B P29.489B -0.08 P2.412B P1.627B -32 LPZ P77.944B P91.188B +17 P3.160B P3.911B +24 CARDBOARD roofs and ply- Non-Fiction Programme Series Abunda in Best Current Affairs wood floors cramped beneath category. Presenter for “The Bottomline” EDC P24.596B P27.750B +13 P5.965B P6.074B +2 the majestic backdrop of San “Lines and Letters” is a digital which is also nominated in the First Gen $1.278B $1.462B +14 $100.806M $151.042M +50 Francisco’s high-rise apartments, series evoking inspiring real-life Best Talk Show category, and P7.061B FPH P77.944B P91.188B +17 P4.585B +54 sparkling condominiums and stories of overseas Filipinos. The Maja Salvador who is nomi- Rock P10.721B P12.201B +14 P1.612B P1.878B +17 million-dollar homes are cap- stories are narrated through spo- nated in the Best Actress in a tured in the “Balitang America” ken poetry and visually trans- Leading Role category for her Lopez Holdings’ 25th anniversary on PSE Lopez Holdings Corporation (LPZ) marked its documentary, “Box City.” It is lated through different hand-art performance in “Wildflower.” 25th listing anniversary at the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) on November 26, 2018, with top officials ringing the also an encampment that people mediums. Asian Television Awards opening bell to signal the start of trading for the week. Photo shows LPZ chairman and CEO Manuel M. Lopez (4th Comparative profits lower in the community call home. Other nominees in the cate- recognizes excellence in pro- from left) and LPZ president Salvador G. Tirona (3rd from left) with (l-r) LPZ independent directors Cesar E.A. Virata First Philippine Holdings First Gen accounted for $140 theless, ABS-CBN programs “Box City” won first place in gory are “The Remix-India S07” gramming, production and and Lilia Bautista, PSE chairman Jose Pardo, PSE president and CEO Ramon Monzon, LPZ independent director Corporation posted higher million in recurring earnings continuously filled out the top the TV/Video Documentary by Amazon Prime Video from performance. For over a decade Monico Jacob and PSE chief operating officer Roel Refran.(PHOTO BY: PSE) category of San Francisco Press India, “After School Club #310” now, it has showcased and given Sen. Grace Poe (4th from left) spoke at the first Aviation Safety Day organized by the AsBAA. Also in photo are revenues for the first nine during the period. Meanwhile, 10 highest rating programs in (l-r) IBAC director general Kurt Edwards, AsBAA vice chairmen Gary Moran and Phil Balmer, CAAP deputy director Club’s 41st Annual Greater Bay by Arirang/Arirang Kpop/After recognition to quality television months of the year, driven by ABS-CBN Corporation con- September 2018 led by “FPJ’s general Donaldo Mendoza and AsBAA Philippine chapter chairman and INAEC president Benjamin R. Lopez stronger electricity sales from tinued to face the challenge Ang Probinsyano” which re- Area Journalism Awards, best- School Club from Korea and productions within Asia. First Gen’s natural gas plants. of an industry-wide decline ceived an average national TV ing AJ+’s “War on the Korean “Wrong Say Do Season 1” by The 23rd Asian Television The natural gas platform of in advertising sales. None- rating of 41.6%. (CPS) Peninsula.” Mello Original from Thailand. Awards ceremony will be held in Lopez Holdings net The team behind “Box Also nominated are Boy Malaysia on January 11, 2019. CAAP recognizes business City”—producer/writer Henni Espinosa, director of photogra- income at P3.911B First Gen recurring earnings phy Jeremiah Ysip, cameraman aviation’s role, needs By Carla Paras-Sison Patrick Luna, editor Jon Santos THE Civil Aviation Author- and humanitarian action. the creation of a Philippine up by 45% YoY to $180M and graphic designer Mike Car- ity of the Philippines, through Kurt Edwards, director gen- Airports Authority, which will LOPEZ Holdings Corpora- Philippine Holdings Corpo- due to stronger operating prof- rion—were awarded certificates deputy director general Captain eral of the International Avia- take charge of upgrading airport tion reported P3.911 billion ration (FPH). its from all business segments. FIRST Gen Corporation re- deleveraging initiatives. Savings ness of clean low-carbon natu- of excellence for their work. Donaldo Mendoza, recognized tion Council (IBAC), explained services and facilities to interna- in net income attributable Unaudited consolidated rev- Meanwhile, investee ABS- ported improved recurring net in interest expense likewise off- ral gas-fired power versus more The yearly event honors the the role of business aviation in that the International Standards tional levels. to equity holders of the par- enues increased by 17% year- CBN Corporation registered a income attributable to equity set unrealized foreign exchange polluting coal-fired power even outstanding work of Bay Area “connecting our archipelagic for Business Aviation Opera- Congressman Cesar Sarmien- ent for the first nine months on-year to P91.188 billion 35% decrease in net income dur- holders of the parent at $180 losses and higher deferred taxes. at full baseload dispatch,” First print, TV, radio and digital me- country” as “for years, air travel tions (IS-BAO), launched in to, chairman of the House of of 2018. This is 24% higher from P77.944 billion. ing the period. ABS-CBN re- million (P9.4 billion) in the First Gen’s consolidated rev- Gen president and COO Giles dia journalists, graphic designers has transported people and 2002 for aircraft operators, and Representatives Committee on than the P3.160 billion in net FPH posted a 54% increase ported flat revenues, with airtime first nine months of 2018. This enues from the sale of electric- Puno said. and photographers, as well as the cargo to their destination in the the International Standards for Transportation, through his rep- income attributable to equity in net income attributable to sales down by 3% while total costs was a 45%, or $56 million (P3.2 ity increased by $184 million Energy Development Cor- work of documentary filmmak- safest and most efficient way.” Aviation Handling (IS-BAH), resentative, echoed Senator Poe’s holders of the parent reported equity holders of the parent, and expenses increased by 4%. billion) jump from $124 mil- (P12.2 billion), or 14% to $1.5 poration’s (EDC) geother- ers. Speaking at the Philippine launched in 2014 for ground call for better infrastructure. He in the first nine months of with higher revenues driven by As of September 30, 2018, lion (P6.2 billion) in 2017. The billion (P76.2 billion) com- mal, wind and solar revenues Meanwhile, The Filipino Aviation Safety Day organized handlers, are voluntary stan- supports “an overall long-term 2017 on account of better fi- electricity sales of First Gen’s Lopez Holdings owned 47% of company’s natural gas platform pared to $1.3 billion (P64.0 accounted for $476 million Channel’s (TFC) digital series by the Asian Business Aviation dards adopted by those who aviation plan,” streamlining the nancial results of the energy natural gas plants. Recurring FPH and 56% economic inter- surged and delivered recurring billion) in the first nine months (P24.8 billion), or 33% of total “Lines and Letters” is nomi- San Francisco Press Club outgoing president Antonia Ehlers (center) Association (AsBAA) on No- want to improve performance functions of existing and future with (l-r) Box City’s Jon Santos, Jeremiah Ysip, Henni Espinosa and Mike group under associate First net income increased by 37% est in ABS-CBN. earnings of $140 million (P7.3 of 2017. The natural gas port- consolidated revenues (see re- nated at the 23rd Asian Televi- vember 13, Mendoza said many and safety. They require the aviation bodies, setting minimum Carrion. Not in photo is cameraman Patrick Luna billion) versus $87 million folio accounted for $919 mil- lated story on this page). sion Awards in the Best Digital of the 85 airports across the establishment of a safety man- standards for aircraft operation (P4.4 billion) previously. lion (P47.9 billion), or 63% of FG Hydro, owner of the 132- country are serviced by general agement system, or systematic and maintenance, and ensuring FPH attributable RNI up by 53% The company’s attributable First Gen’s total consolidated MW Pantabangan-Masiway and business aviation operators approach to managing safety, the convenience of passengers. net income in the first three revenues. Their revenues were hydroelectric plants, reported “helping transport VVIPs and including the necessary organi- ‘Glad to be here’ FIRST Philippine Holdings growth from the energy, real ring losses during the period quarters of 2018 of $151 mil- 18% higher in the first three flat revenues at $29 million Goldlink is Maynilad’s supporting industries such as zational structures, accountabil- Greg Wooldridge, former Corporation (FPH), for the estate, construction and manu- which includes unfavorable lion (P7.9 billion) was 50% quarters of 2018 mainly due to (P1.5 billion). The hydro plants oil and gas, mining and agricul- ities, policies and procedures. commanding officer of the Blue period ended September 30, facturing sectors. forex movements and the re- higher from 2017. Its new- higher volume sales and prices. account for only 2% of First ture, among others.” Positive step Angels of the US Navy, shared 2018, reported an attributable Net income attributable to turn-to-service costs incurred est and most modern plant, “We are pleased to report Gen’s total consolidated rev- ‘Service Provider of The Year’ Philippine airports scored AsBAA’s Philippine chapter how to get to the top 1% of the recurring net income (RNI) FPH registered an increase of by Energy Development Cor- the 420-megawatt (MW) San that First Gen’s sizable invest- enues. The absence of ancillary GOLDLINK Security and for Partners (TAP) Awards 2018 top as the vendor that provided 70.19% at the International is headed by Benjamin R. Lo- industry, particularly in terms of increase of P2.7 billion or 53%, P2.5 billion or 54%, from P4.6 poration for the damaged fa- Gabriel flex plant, sold power ment in new capacity with service sales in the first quarter Investigative Services Inc. was held in Quezon City. support and solutions and con- Civil Aviation Organization’s pez, president of INAEC Avia- aviation safety and performance. from P5.2 billion last year to billion to P7.1 billion, mainly cilities in Leyte, partly offset by in the spot market at attrac- the modern San Gabriel plant of 2018 was almost completely awarded as Service Provider With the theme, “Partner- tributed in attaining Maynilad’s (ICAO) Global Safety Audit, tion Corporation. He said that He encouraged his audience of this year’s P7.9 billion, driven reflecting the increase in RNI, the higher amount of insurance tive prices in the first half of started serving the power needs offset by the hydro plants’ high- of the Year in Maynilad Water ship for Next-Generation So- target in 2017 out of 97 nomi- higher than the 64.85% global as members of the IBAC, As- pilots and aircraft operators by the continued earnings partly reduced by nonrecur- proceeds received this year. 2018, and its full production to of Meralco’s customers in the er contracted sales volumes and Services Inc.’s Top Achievement lutions,” Goldlink came out on nated service providers. average. BAA and all its chapters advo- to adopt the “glad to be here” Meralco under its power supply third quarter of 2018. …San higher spot market prices this Goldlink has been render- Adhering to safety cate the benefits of business and mind-set to break down barri- agreement in the third quarter. Gabriel delivers a low-cost year. Consequently, the recur- ing excellent security services to practices general aviation to the country, ers and promote open commu- EDC reports 13% increase in revenues The company’s numbers were source of electricity to Fili- ring attributable earnings con- Maynilad for 22 years, with its “This means our airports are and aim to uphold international nication among team members. likewise made better by lower pino consumers. Contrary to tribution of $5 million (P0.2 ENERGY Development Cor- 21% increase in volume, keeping cash balance of P19.3 billion. It security personnel demonstrat- performing safer than most and standards for a better and safer Meanwhile, Major Gen- interest expenses and higher perception, First Gen is clearly billion) is less than last year’s poration (EDC) reported con- us on track to potentially sur- maintained a comfortable gear- ing a high level of competency are adhering to global aviation aviation industry. Adopting the eral Allen Paredes, Chief of interest income as a result of its proving the price competitive- $8.5 million (P0.4 billion). solidated revenues of P27.7 bil- passing its record performance ing level with consolidated debt in quality of service, responsive- safety practices,” said Mendoza, standards of IS-BAO and IS- Air Staff, Philippine Air Force lion for the first nine months of last year,” he added. to equity of 0.98x and consoli- ness, professionalism and cus- who said aviation regulators BAH through local regulations (PAF), talked about the opera- 2018, higher by 13% from the Consolidated RNIA (recurring dated net debt to earnings be- tomer service. and operators are duty-bound is a positive step towards that tional readiness of the PAF to same period last year. net income attributable to eq- fore interest, taxes, depreciation Rockwell consolidated revenues jump 14% This is Goldlink’s third award to uphold safety and improve direction. meet emergencies and threats. “Our Unified Leyte plants uity holders of the parent) for the and amortization of 2.46x. ROCKWELL Land Corpo- dential development and ad- the latter is reported separately. from Maynilad. In 2015, it was safety standards. He added that Senator Grace Poe, chair of the Aviation Safety Day and Pi- had fully recovered from the same period fell slightly by 3%, During this period, EDC ration registered P12,201 mil- ditional 44,000 square me- Share in net income in the joint named Best Partner for Out- adopting a separate set of regu- Committee on Public Services, lots’ Day, held on November 13 impact of typhoon Urduja, with from P6.6 billion to P6.4 billion. also successfully concluded its lion in consolidated revenues, ters of leasable area for the venture contributes 6% to the sourcing Services, and Supplier lations for business and general also graced the event. Citing the and 14, respectively, were made generation volume pretty much “We had about P3.8 billion in voluntary delisting tender offer. higher by 14% from last year’s commercial segment. Overall company’s total EBITDA. of the Year for Goods and Ser- aviation operations can support incident on August 16, when a possible by the following spon- catching up with what we had additional OPEX, mainly driven The company had previously an- P10,721 million, for the nine EBITDA margin registered at Residential development, vices in 2016. the growth of this sector. Xiamen Air Boeing 737 skidded sors: ACTSI, Embraer, Hawker posted during the same period by some of our plant mainte- nounced that following the close of months ended September 30, 28% of total revenues, which commercial development and Goldlink received its ISO Phil Balmer, AsBAA vice off the NAIA main runway, she Pacific (now a Jet Aviation com- in 2017,” said EDC chief finan- nance and well work-over activi- its tender offer period on October 2018 and 2017. is higher compared to last hotel contributed 64%, 34% 9001:2015 certification for its chairman, said the value of underscored the need to create a pany), the Malampaya Consor- cial officer Nestor Vasay. ties. But we expect our OPEX to 22, it had accepted and purchased quality management system in business aviation is indirect Transport Safety Board that can tium Partners, AON, MedAire, Total earnings before in- year’s 25% mainly due to the and 2% to the total EBITDA, Goldlink president Crispin Dantes (2nd from right) and staff director for “Generation volume for the go down as we had implemented a total of 2,009,107,731 common 2018, underscoring its commit- and, therefore, hard to measure. investigate incidents involving Aerolink, Universal Weather terest, taxes, depreciation improvement of Rockwell Pri- respectively. Admin/Operations Estella Ramos (3rd from right) accept the TAP award ment to deliver superior service Nonetheless, it affects commu- transportation, such as aircraft, and Aviation, Ascent Urban rest of the fleet had also gone a number of operational and shares (out of 2,040,006,713 pub- and amortization (EBITDA) maries operations. Net income after tax (NIAT) from Maynilad president Ramon Fernandez (leftmost) and Corporate and continually improve its nities and increases efficiency, railroads, pipelines, highways Air Mobility Inc. and INAEC. up, with Bacman, Tongonan and other efficiency initiatives across lic common shares) at P7.25 each. reached P3,402 million, 25% The total revenues used as registered at P1,888 million, up Logistics head Arturo Celso Baranda (rightmost) Palinpinon all registering vol- the company,” noted Vasay. Almost 98.5% of the company’s higher than last year’s P2,715 basis for the EBITDA margin by 19% from last year’s P1,593 quality service. hence its vital role in business and marine vessels. She favors (CPS) ume growth of at least 15%. Our The company’s financial po- public shareholders participated million, both driven by higher exclude gross revenues from the million. NIAT margin is at Burgos Wind Farm also posted a sition remained strong with a in the tender offer. sales and completion of resi- joint venture with Meralco as 15%, same as last year. Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline Lopezlink Dec. 2018-Jan. 2019 Christmas Messages Lopezlink Dec. 2018-Jan. 2019 couch potato treats ABS-CBN gives sneak peek of 2019 shows, movies By Kane Choa
ABS-CBN gave a sneak peek of streaming service, iWant, show- its offerings in 2019—includ- cased offerings such as the viral ing the return of Angel Locsin to “Glorious” and “Spirits Reawak- prime time with “The General’s en.” Daughter” and the turn of Regine Further beefing up iWant’s Velasquez as a judge on “Idol Phil- lineup are “High,” “Project Feb ippines”—at its “Family is Love” 14,” “Story of My Life,” “The End,” Christmas trade event on Novem- “Commuters,” “Touch Screen,” ber 27. “Find the Wasabi,” “Jhon en Mar- “The General’s Daughter” - fea tian” and “Everybody Loves Baby ‘Tawag ng Tanghalan’ tures a stellar cast led by Angel Wendy.” names 2nd Record Locsin, Albert Martinez, Eula Val- ABS-CBN Films, comprised of des, Janice de Belen, Tirso Cruz III Star Cinema and Black Sheep, also Holder and Maricel Soriano. presented its early-2019 lineup: “Tawag ng Tanghalan” named its second TNT Meanwhile, “Idol Philippines” “Eerie” starring Charo Santos- Record Holder after John Mark Saga clinched and “World of Dance Philippines” Concio and Bea Alonzo; “Heart his 10th consecutive daily win on “It’s Show- lead the pack of reality game shows of Mine” with Richard Gutierrez, Season’s greetings! time.” John Mark, the first singer from Luzon to that the network has in store for JM de Guzman and Jennylyn Mer- achieve the feat, is also the second contender to 2019. Winners of “World of Dance cado; “Sakaling Maging Tayo” with the blessings we receive every valued resource, which is why The Christmas season is pamilya, and may each of your fraction of what’s happening become a TNT Record Holder after Mindanao’s Philippines” will even get a chance McCoy de Leon and Elisse Joson; Afternoon teleseryes will still prime-time viewing along with Renewing day. If we just devote a few it is so difficult to schedule all upon us. homes be blessed with our to the planet today and we’ve Elaine Duran. Elaine already qualified for the to audition for the show’s Ameri- “Open” featuring JC Santos and showcase dramas that resonate “Halik” and “Ngayon at Kailan- minutes each day to prayer, the things we want to do in a In the building merriment, Lord’s holy presence. got to keep in mind that this is grand finals, while John Mark is set to participate family ties EUGENIO LOPEZ III can version. Arci Muñoz; the Jodi Sta. Maria with viewers, starting with “Kade- man.” Joining the lineup of Prime- FOR many of us, Christmas is I am sure we will be blessed day. It will take a lot of disci- it is easy to get distracted by occurring with only 1 degree C in the current season’s second semis. Don’t miss The lineup also includes “PBB starrer “Clarita”; and an as-yet-un- nang Ginto” and “Los Bastardos” time Bida are “Mea Culpa” star- all about reunions. We meet up with even more time to do all pline to make a habit of using the revelry and celebration. Chairman emeritus of warming since preindustrial the vocal showdown in “Tawag ng Tanghalan” on Otso” and the return of “Minute to titled Liza Soberano-Enrique Gil of Kapamilya Gold. ring Jodi Sta. Maria and “Nang with relatives whom we haven’t the good works that only we our time wisely. All this activity overlaps ABS-CBN Corporation times. “It’s Showtime” on ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN Win It: Last Man Standing.” movie to be directed by Antoinette “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” will Ngumiti Ang Langit” with child seen all year. We have lunch or can do…for the greater glory Our major companies have with our day-to-day respon- These signals warn us that HD (SKYcable Ch. 167). The Kapamilya network’s new Jadaone. continue to give excitement to actress Sophia Reola. dinner with friends from our of God. continued to contribute posi- sibilities at work: deadlines, we can no longer treat the air, previous occupation, or from I believe that such vol- tively to the Group. The power meetings, KPIs and objectives. Let’s help keep land or oceans like open sew- NBA every day on ABS- college or high school, or from unteerism is good practice, and energy sector, in particular, And there is of course the the lights on ers and why the 1.5-degree CBN, S+A! the fraternity or sorority to not just for Christmas, but will be turning in remarkable never-ending list of things we IT is both a happy and hopeful C threshold is an existential The stars of the world’s best ABS-CBN still triumphant in November which we belong. throughout the year. bottom-line growth year-on- need to take care of at home— time of year for many reasons: threat we must treat with ur- I wish you all a blessed year. The media and commu- our children, their homework, gency. Not doing so today will basketball league will be seen ABS-CBN remained as the top- Total Mindanao with 53% against We renew ties with people we have continued to grow to- Christmas and a prosperous nication sector continues to repairs, bills, food budgets. The make it almost impossible for in action on ABS-CBN S+A ranking network in the country in GMA which got only 26%. at that annual get-together, gether as an organization, as New Year! be challenged by the decline list is endless. our children to reverse. and ABS-CBN! The special November as it delivered news and “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” and pledge to see each other a team and as a family. There OSCAR M. LOPEZ in advertising revenues. None- Before we know it, Christ- I believe we are living marathon fires off on Dec. values-laden stories to more Filipi- (40.3%) remained unshaken in again soon. But more often are also many reasons to cel- Chairman emeritus theless, I am confident that mas will have come and gone through one of history’s great- 14 live at 9am on S+A with LeBron James and nos nationwide and hit an average the top spot last month, followed than not, the next time we will ebrate, and to give thanks for Lopez Group with innovation, it will remain and we will be at the start of est transitions and paradigm the Lakers going up against the Houston Rock- audience share of 45%, 15 points by ABS-CBN’s flagship newscast see them would be at the same our blessings, and our accom- relevant and much sought by a new year, facing its surge of shifts. How we relate to the ets. It’s the Wizards vs. the Nets on Dec. 15 at higher than GMA’s 30%, accord- “TV Patrol” (30.6%). annual reunion to be held near plishments. its customers. tasks and commitments. finite limits of our planet and 8:30am live on ABS-CBN, then back to S+A ing to data from Kantar Media. Also part of the top 10 shows in the Christmastime following year. FPH’s major subsidiaries I want to thank all of you, Amidst this incessant flurry how we power our lives is with the Timberwolves-Suns game on Dec. 16. country are “Ngayon at Kailanman” For some of our relation- Spreading will end the year with stellar The Kapamilya network won in our kapamilya, for your contri- of activity, remember this, terribly broken and needs to The next day features the Raptors and the Nug- both urban and rural homes, par- (29.1%), “Halik” (26.2%), “The Kids’ ships, perhaps that once-a-year results. This I’d attribute to the Christmas bution to the Group in 2018 my dear Kapamilya—we are change radically and within a gets, and continues with Philadelphia-San An- ticularly in Mega Manila where it Choice” (25.9%), “Wansapanataym” gathering is enough. But for constant scrutiny and relent- and beyond. blessed with family. short span of time if we are to tonio on Dec. 18, Cleveland-Indiana on Dec. 19 scored an average audience share (25.1%), “Home Sweetie Home” our closer relations, we might less fine-tuning of our busi- cheer In behalf of Maritess, our Family is our refuge, our keep our common home in- and Memphis-Portland on Dec. 20. The Maver- of 37% versus GMA’s 29%, and in (22.2.), “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (22%) have to exert more effort to see IT is normal for some of us to ness strategies, coupled with children and grandchildren, I safe harbor, our place of silence habitable. icks battle the Clippers on Dec. 21 at 11:30am Metro Manila where it garnered and “Meteor Garden” (21.9%). them more often. Why? allocate some time during the focused and deliberate execu- wish you all a Christmas filled and rejuvenation. Family is our Paradigm shifts are never on S+A, followed by Atlanta-New York on 43%, or a 20-point lead against Think about your parents. Christmas season to visit the tion. ABS-CBN also won across all with joy and a New Year filled place of joy and our place of easy. They never have been ABS-CBN on Dec. 22 and the Toronto-Phila- GMA’s 23%. ABS-CBN also led in time blocks, particularly in prime How much longer, do you less fortunate and share the We’re also quite fortu- with hope and faith in God’s love. throughout history. Think of delphia game on Dec. 23 at 8:30am on S+A. The Total Luzon with 40% compared to time where it registered an average think, will they have time to joys of the season with them. If nate that our operations were grace. As the ABS-CBN Christ- the divine right of kings to Christmas Day battle between the Lakers and GMA’s 32%, in Total Visayas with audience share of 49%, 19 points spend with you? Each passing this is not yet one of your fam- spared from major catastro- MANUEL M. LOPEZ mas station ID says: rule, bestowed on monarchs the Golden State Warriors airs live on S+A on 53% against GMA’s 24% and in higher than GMA’s 30%. (K. Choa) day brings us all closer to our ily customs, I encourage you to phes in 2018. Yet, we continue Dec. 26 at 9am. Minnesota and Oklahoma City end. And we can never be cer- start now. The rewards of such Chairman “Pag-ibig, pag-asa at saya to recognize climate change and their bloodlines as if they will also battle on Dec. 24 on S+A. The marathon tain when our time to bid the an activity are beyond the psy- Lopez Group Yan ang lagi mong dala as the greatest threat to hu- were anointed by God. Think will continue until the end of December on S+A. world goodbye would be. chological and emotional. Sa pamilya mo ang tunay na manity today, and we’re see- of slavery, which existed in Don’t miss this special treat from ABS-CBN This is why we should seize Those who have learned Pasko ing many of our greatest fears many forms in the Southern Sports and the NBA on S+A, S+A HD, ABS- AXN now on SKY Select each day as an opportunity to how to serve others, especially Family is our Family is love, family is love…” about the changing climate US states a full 80 years after CBN and ABS-CBN HD! SKY subscribers looking for a wide Garrett finally joined Junior and SKYcable subscribers can add show love and importance to those who cannot repay their place of love Each day with family is unfolding before our very eyes: the US civil war and emanci- array of entertainment on one his SEAL team in their mission AXN Channel in standard or high the people who matter in our kindness, experience genuine CHRISTMAS is once again Christmas day. Shower every record temperatures, typhoons, pation. Even so, no one doubts channel, from talent searches to to capture the person who is hold- definition for only P20 for 30 days’ ac- life. I refer not only to our fam- spiritual peace—a peace that around the corner. member of your family with hurricanes and precipitation that racial barriers still exist in ‘The Crawl’ goes to Italy! love. America today. But, to liber- Matteo Guidicelli and chef Margarita Fores take action and thrillers, can now add ing his mentor hostage. Catch the cess by visiting mysky.com.ph/getaxn ily members and friends. I also pervades all their dealings and The hustle and bustle has patterns never seen before, But also, may I ask, this ally paraphrase Martin Luther the exciting food crawl to Italy on “The Crawl.” AXN Channel to their plan via show every Saturday at 9:45 p.m. or by calling 418-0000 or their local refer to the charities, churches relationships. They do not eas- begun. 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ordinary! Clockwise from top: Power Plant Mall assistant operations manager Will Gilbuena; Power Plant Mall operations manager Nio Gutierrez; Santolan Town Plaza operations manager Ariel Ferrer; The majestic new Christmas tree at the North Court; The giant wreaths are among the mall’s trademark Christmas ornaments; Guests can chill out with animatronic Tony Padua: Security penguins; The Christmas Village is ready to receive CHRISTMAS at Rockwell your chances of winning are visitors is his calling card is even bigger and better with definitely bigger! the much-awaited Christmas Celebrate beyond car raffle and the new Rock- ordinary NOTHING... This year, the North Court brainstorming ideas for the members, plus the guidance By November, the team group was recently resolved by Some of the bigger mall’s NAMED after St. Anthony of in Power Plant Mall, but also mechanism that is clear and well Elite—the Rockwell Over the years, grandeur from page 1 and the new wing also get their décor. of Rockwell president Nestor gears up for the installation the mall’s security team. The signature holiday traditions, Padua, patron of lost and sto- in other malls. They keep up transparent, which we use to Retail Elite VIP Club! has become the hallmark of own trees, while the anima- Led by assistant horticul- J. Padilla. of the décor, all the while breakthrough is understandably such as the Musical Christmas len articles, Tony Padua seems to date with recent events in orient our people—all our Drive home your perfect Christmas at Rockwell. This The mall goes for a relaxed tronic menagerie has reinforce- ture manager Lester Almazan, “The objective is always ensuring that a line is drawn something that senior security choral performance every Sun- to be fulfilling a similar calling the security industry, review service providers from house- ride year is more captivating than vibe with its garlanded posts ments in the form of unicorns, the décor team includes Gil- to give customers something between overlapping celebra- manager Tony Padua is proud day and the meet-and-greet as senior security manager of proper procedures to ensure keeping, cashiers, technicians Shop at Power Plant Mall, ever as Power Plant Mall and arches, and hallways lined squirrels and snow leopards, buena, the Power Plant Mall new,” Gilbuena says. “We try to tions. of. with Santa Claus for the kids, Power Plant Mall in Rockwell consistency in the practice and and security.” Rockwell Center, Santolan takes it up a notch with every with lush greenery. Punches of joining the singing reindeer, marketing team and Jaime find not only the exact theme “We have to put that dis- “The Makati police and have also been transplanted to Center, Makati. look at areas for improvement He explains: “A guard who color are provided by red ber- pandas, penguins and bears. Santiago, the mall’s Christmas that we want, but also the right tinction. It can’t be a blend of the guest who reported the San Juan, says Ferrer. A graduate of the Phil- to make the mall safer. They has found and surrendered Town Plaza and The Grove corner decked out with stun- Christmas in July Always something new Retail Row until January 31, ning décor, festive ornaments ries, poinsettias, fairy lights and décor consultant for the past 10 people to collaborate with.” Halloween-Christmas,” Gil- incident were very happy that ippine Military Academy also provide a crime aware- any unattended item of value 2019 and get a chance to and alluring lights! silver balls peeping from within What goes on behind the years. The six-month lead time buena says. the suspects were apprehended. Gilbuena says Power Plant (PMA), he served for nine ness seminar for mall tenants such as jewelry, for instance, is win a Land Rover Discovery Make wonderful the greens. scenes of the much-anticipated Gilbuena points out that is allotted for polishing the Gutierrez, a first-timer on They were asking how we did Mall will continuously strive years with the Philippine regularly to educate them, for rewarded for his honesty and Sport S or a Jaguar F-PACE! memories On the P1 Level, the giant holiday treat? one person would be hard- concept, preparing mock-ups, the décor team, was in charge it,” says Padua. to offer shoppers extraordi- Army before eventually join- example, on how gangs like the reward may be monetary Find out if you will be the Create wonderful memo- Christmas tree that wowed According to Power Plant pressed to come up with choosing suppliers, arranging of the undertaking’s engineer- According to Padua, who nary experiences, something ing the civilian sector. He salisi and budol-budol attack. in nature. Such a system is lucky winner of these prizes ries with the whole family shoppers last year makes its re- Mall assistant operations man- fresh ideas year in and year deliveries and setting up elec- ing side. is also in charge of security at that they have consistently started as a supervisor for a se- “The security team cannot established to reinforce in- during the raffle draw on and celebrate the child in you! appearance. The red ornaments ager Will Gilbuena, the team out, thus the importance of trical provisions, reveals Power “We have to establish pro- Santolan Town Plaza in San done for more than two de- curity agency and later became do it all. Safety and security is tegrity among our personnel. February 1, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. For the kids and kids at heart, have given way to more green, gets into Christmas mode as having a strong sense of col- Plant Mall operations manager visions for the electrical works Juan, the security team makes cades now. a security officer for different everybody’s responsibility. This Consequently, it increases the for the Christmas car raffle visit Santa’s Toy Factory at enhancing the serene feel. early as July, when they begin laboration among the team Nio Gutierrez. before we turn over the area to sure to give “extra attention” to “Whenever they come in, private companies. is why we help tenants become likelihood of having lost items and 5 p.m. for the Rockwell the South Court, R1 Level. Will’s team for the decoration senior guests, especially those we will always have some- In 2012, he saw a job aware of the latest modus ope- returned to their rightful Elite VIP car raffle. Enjoy the play area Meet the Team installation,” Gutierrez says. who are at the mall solo and are thing new to offer. It’s our way posting by Rockwell Land randi in theft and swindling, owners which then reassures To make it even more equipped with ball pits, climb- “Where do we put the wires more likely to be approached by of saying ‘You are special, you Corporation. The company so that they can protect them- customers that whatever they so that they will not be seen? undesirable elements. are welcome and we would was then looking for an estate selves as well,” says Padua. leave behind will be returned exciting, the winners who ers, teepees and fun toys! Let #ChristmasAtRockwell in All our installations have to be like you to be in Power Plant security manager for Rockwell He credits his PMA back- to them.” are present at the actual raffle Santa know that you’ve been San Juan Duty officer draw will receive an additional good this year and send him well-thought out. They can’t be Mall.’” Center. He applied and got ground for honing his leader- P50,000 shopping spree! your Christmas wish list at scattered all over as it will be Over at Santolan Town Gutierrez seconds this, say- the job, working with a staff ship skills. “It’s the same con- Padua enjoys his work at Bigger chances of Santa’s Wishing Station! unsightly, not to mention dan- Plaza, operations manager ing the team will continue to of 60 to 70 guards. The fol- cept in the military. We handle the mall despite having to winning Catch Santa every week- gerous.” Ariel Ferrer is looking forward give shoppers that “wow factor” lowing year, he was reassigned people and lead them toward a clock in some hours on certain Rockwell is setting the end of December as he roams Gutierrez cites the giant to the mall’s first full-blown every year. to Power Plant Mall and has goal. In the private sector, we weekends as part of a regular bar higher with this year’s around the mall! If you’ve tree, which rests on a metal Christmas celebration. For Ferrer, not only are they seen his responsibility grow as just have a different goal, but rotation of managers for the extraordinary prizes and ex- been nice this year, you just plate that has been doubly “We conducted a survey and transplanting the Rockwell the overseer of a now 150- to nevertheless, we still deal with role of duty officer for the clusive Rockwell Elite VIP might get a Christmas treat secured with lots of bolts and the customers say they like the experience to the San Juan area 200-strong workforce. people.” weekend. He says Rockwell wires at its base, out of sight of resort feel of Santolan Town through Santolan Town Plaza, Keeping customers, Backbone of operations Land has allowed him to pur- perks. Accumulate P500,000 from him! tenants safe worth of receipts from visitors. Plaza, which is different from “we are also bringing the safety This is why he finds- em sue both a successful family Power Plant Mall, “There are no wires holding the usual malls in the area,” and security that we are known The main challenge that ployee wellness and welfare to life and a career. Rockwell Center, San- up the Christmas tree, unlike Ferrer says of the mixed-use for.” Padua’s team faces is keep- be of great importance. “That’s why I have stayed. tolan Town Plaza and last year. More than aesthetic, development in San Juan. For his part, Padua stresses: ing both mall customers and “The backbone of Rock- I wouldn’t have stayed if I was The Grove Retail Row, it’s also safe. It makes everyone The Power Plant Mall deco- “Our culture is such that if we tenants safe and secure at all well operations is the people. unhappy or dissatisfied.” be part of the exclusive feel good and safe at the same rations have been carried over have concerns involving other times. As criminals become We have to give credit to His message to “Lope- Rockwell Elite, and get time.” to Santolan Town Plaza, albeit teams, we liaise with the appro- more organized and sophisti- people who work beyond their zLink” readers: “I am inviting a chance to win a Jaguar It took about 30 members of on a smaller scale, he adds. priate person and do what we cated, the security team has to normal field of responsibility. all our Lopez Group kapami- F-PACE in the Rock- the facilities services team some Those who can’t make it to have to do right away.” continuously undergo training We have to recognize their lya to visit Power Plant Mall. L-R: Operations manager Nio Gutierrez, assistant parking manager Chelou Monzales, assistant operations manager Shel Hernandez, assistant operations well Elite VIP car raffle! two weeks to erect the Christ- Power Plant don’t have to worry This strong bond among the programs that include case accomplishments. It could be I assure them that they will manager Will Gilbuena, facilities supervisor Em Olivo, senior security manager Tony Padua, assistant operations manager (Greater Retail) Karen Yong, mas trees, install the lights and about missing out on #Christ- teams translates into a shop- studies, which allow the team as simple as a handshake or have a positive, memorable As this raffle is exclusive assistant purchasing manager Lady Te, operations manager (Greater Retail) Ariel Ferrer, assistant tenancy manager (Greater Retail) Marvin Aleido and put up the wreaths. masAtRockwell as Santolan ping experience beyond ordi- to review and analyze inci- a pat on the back. We have and, above all, safe experience to the very few members assistant administrative manager (Greater Retail) Jacky Madera of the Rockwell Elite, Meanwhile, a security is- Town Plaza has its own giant nary for Rockwell and Power dents that occurred not only a well-established rewards that is beyond ordinary.” sue involving a big budol-budol Christmas tree. Plant guests, he adds.
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PHOTOS BY: MIKAELA BALITA MIKAELA BY: PHOTOS Corporate Sustainability Museum/Values First Balfour launches zero- HR Updates Ongoings waste store with Eco Hotels Agility deconstructed at Learning Synergy Summit By Dolly Pasia-Ramos
INAEC president Benjamin R. Lopez; In the first scenario, volunteers aboard a speedboat of Ten Knots transfer a ‘victim’ to a navy vessel; In the second scenario (inset), ‘victims’ hold fast to a rope ladder borne by a PAF unit INAEC joins inter-agency THE library services of The 2018 Lopez Learning Synergy Summit working committee search and rescue exercise Keynote speaker Michael Spence receives a token of appreciation from HR Lopez Museum and Library ing with 30 passengers and an and private stakeholders of El The zero-waste store at the First Balfour office aims to help employees lessen the use of plastics Council chairperson Cedie Lopez-Vargas, Energy Development Corporation (LML) will be temporarily INAEC Aviation Corporation THE 2018 Lopez Learning need to build agility into the Ariel Ong, Dentsu JaymeSyfu aircraft landing in the water Nido. Lt. Col. Arthur Laylo of SVP Beth Nasol and fourth-generation Lopez Erica Abello closed starting November on November 9 joined the first Synergy Summit organized by fabric of our organizational CEO Merlee Cruz-Jayme and with two passengers. Capt. Jo- the AFP Western Command FIRST Balfour, in partnership be a huge success, this next step “We’re so proud that we’re 12, 2018 due to its transfer Search and Rescue (SAR) In- the Lopez Group HR Council culture is the new imperative. Philippine Digital Asset Ex- nahs Liwag and Capt. Richard congratulated JTF Malampaya with Eco Hotels Philippines, is aimed at reducing the use of finally here. We are eco war- to a new location. Library ter-Operability Exercise orga- lived up to its “learning” name How we attract, retain, moti- change CEO Nichel Gaba each Bringino joined both exer- for successfully showing team- officially launched its zero- plastics instead of repurposing riors at Eco Hotel and you are services will resume in the nized by Joint Task Force ( JTF) and packed the entire day with vate and engage our employees shared specific practices that cises flying INAEC’s helicop- work and collectivism, as it drew waste store in its corporate plastic wastes into ecobricks. Zero Heroes [in First Balfour]. first quarter of 2019. Malampaya under the com- eye-opening sessions revolving has never been more exciting.” have helped their teams move mand of Col. Lauro Tianchon ter while INAEC radio com- the active participation of all the office in Parañaque City on The zero-waste store was So as Eco Warriors and Zero Future visits to the Lo- around its theme, “Sustaining a Michael Spence, director quickly in the marketplace. munications operator Gerald stakeholders. November 21. opened to encourage employees Heroes, we just ‘volted’ in and pez Library may be booked of the Philippine Air Force. Culture of Agility.” of Partners in Performance Gartner research director for Marasigan, who is based in El El Nido administrator RJ As a much bigger First Balfour and their families and friends to now we have this very exciting by appointment. Forms and Participating in the SAR drill Held at the ABS-CBN International, in his keynote the HR Practice in Asia Sumit Nido, monitored the airwaves dela Calzada assured the par- Zero Hero initiative, the zero- avoid using sachets and single- superpower to fight for sustain- instructions for library ap- were government agencies and Vertis Tent on November 23, message shared a step-by-step Malhotra said the strength of and relayed information to and ticipants that ENERU is prop- waste store aims to push against use plastics, which normally ability and fight against climate pointments will be available private stakeholders operating the summit gathered experts guide on how to foster agility the Agile Model of manage- from all parties in real time. erly equipped and trained to single-use plastics through the end up in oceans and landfills change,” said Eco Hotel PR on the LML website in the in El Nido, Palawan. INAEC from companies that have suc- in any organization. ment is its iterative approach, has been in El Nido for over 10 At the end-of-day assess- address emergencies, and hopes use of refillable containers. as plastic wastes. manager Aym Bagatsing. first quarter of 2019. ceeded in their chosen markets At the CEO forum, First but it is not a blanket that can ment, INAEC general manager the inter-agency cooperation Launched in 2016, First A much better alternative Known for its environ- Please look forward to years, servicing the requirements through agile approaches and Philec and First Philippine be applied to any situation Dexter Ampong commended all will continue going forward to Balfour Zero Hero is an envi- would be having refillable con- ment-friendly hotels, Eco Ho- LML’s future projects and of oil and gas companies. solutions. Power Systems president and such that it should not be used participants for completing the meet contingencies, including ronmental awareness campaign tainers, such as those sold at the tel Philippines launched the Lopez Group HRs and other attendees are all smiles after a day packed with watch its social media pages Tianchon said the SAR HR Council chairperson First Philippine Electric Cor- blindly. exercise and noted areas for im- the threat of terrorism. aimed at challenging employees zero-waste store, for organic country’s first zero-waste store new insights for updates. drill was meant to evaluate the Cedie Lopez-Vargas said: “The poration managing director Turn to page 11 compatibility of the equipment provement for succeeding joint Tianchon quoted German to give back to the environment bathroom essentials including at Spaces in Legazpi Village, and procedures of the various drills. Lakkani Hidalgo, security philosopher Hannah Arendt by reducing their carbon foot- shampoos, conditioners, bath Makati. First Balfour is Eco By Dulce Festin-Baybay stakeholders led by the Western manager of Ayala Land Inc. sub- who said in an interview: “The print. While its banner project, gels and lotions. Each costs P99 Hotel’s first zero-waste store Seeds of Hope Command of the Armed Forces sidiary Ten Knots Group which main characteristic of any event the #StuffItChallenge, proved to for every 250 ml. bottle. partner. of the Philippines (AFP) and owns several resorts as well as is that it has not been foreseen. the El Nido local government, in the El Nido Airport, said the We don’t know the future but particular the Municipal Disaster speedboat used by Ten Knots got everybody acts into the future. With the Australian Embassy to the search area faster because Nobody knows what he is doing FPIP scholar makes good Risk Reduction and Manage- ment Council’s ENERU or El of an almost-zero start-up time because the future is being done Here is the next in a series of Manalo, 21, hails from my uncle, Nonoy Platon, who when she became president of scholar, a primary CSR activity Bantay Bata bats for safer primary stakeholders of the Lopez Pantay Bata, Tanauan City and was an employee there. When Nido Emergency Response Unit. compared to air assets. by a ‘we’ and not an ‘I.’ Only if I the youth organization spon- of the company. Being a scholar Passion for safety Active participation were the only one acting could Group’s and Lopez family’s CSR graduated valedictorian from I was in Grade 6, I received a sored by the company; this is a very precious thing that INAEC president Benjamin Ensign Harvey Marmol of I foretell the consequences of online content for children and philanthropic initiatives Pantay Elementary School in plaque of recognition from allowed her to attend FPIP’s motivates you to do your best R. Lopez welcomed the under- the Philippine Coast Guard said what I’m doing. What actually By Hyle Loneza which have impacted their lives 2009. She was also valedictorian FPIP for being valedictorian seminars and programs which all the time.” taking, saying it was important the team’s performance exceeded happens is entirely contingent, years after they received support when she finished at Pantay Na- of our class,” narrates Manalo. honed her skills and attitudes, Manalo, who is now review- to be in a “continued state of initial expectations. He believed and contingency is indeed one THE United Nations Inter- gers of the online world. Awareness Towards Resilient in cash or in kind. tional High School in 2013. In “I would also see some of their especially her leadership and ing for the engineering board readiness,” and underscored the lessons learned would go a of the biggest factors in all national Children’s Emergency In collaboration with dif- and Empowered Students or SHEILA Mae Manalo finished college, she was consistently on employees in our barangay project management skills. examination, always motivates INAEC’s “passion for safety.” long way in improving the in- history.” Thus, he stressed the Fund (UNICEF) reported ferent local government units, C.A.R.E.S. her industrial engineering course the dean’s list, a quiz contest par- during my childhood days do- “These skills are of vital herself to study hard and be a The SAR drill consisted of teroperability of communication importance of training multiple that eight in 10 Filipino youth Bantay Bata 163 social workers As a prelude to the project, at Polytechnic University of the ticipant and a badminton player. ing medical missions, Brigada importance and applications better version of herself since two scenarios: a boat capsiz- and procedures among the public stakeholders together. (CPS) are victims of cyberbullying will visit schools to conduct a Bantay Bata 163 dedicated a Philippines (PUP) Sto. Tomas, She also became Ms. IE Eskwela, conducting quiz bees for me when I went to college being an FPIP scholar means and online child sexual abuse, series of trainings for service day to train the service provid- Batangas with the financial assis- 2018 and Ms. Southern Ta- and essay competitions which I and up until now in my work. that she carries the company’s Sheila Mae Manalo during her ers of Taguig City in respond- tance of First Philippine Indus- galog Industrial Engineering participated in.” Through these exposures, I name and “people around me marking the Philippines as a providers and students. Joining FPIP activities graduation from PUP Christmas comes early for Laguna schoolkids dangerous place for children. Taguig, one of the cities ing to reports of abuse that will trial Park (FPIP), graduating cum Seminar (STIES) 2018, evi- also learned how to value the know that I am a beneficiary.” CHRISTMAS came early for Bantay Bata 163, in partner- that Bantay Bata 163 visited, is be disclosed by their students. laude. After her on-the-job train- dence of her beauty and brains. Manalo continued to join resources that I had, especially With this motivation, she values formation for the com- a total of 3,500 pupils from 18 ship with the Australian Em- challenged with high incidence Jennelyn Camsol, social ing at Nestlé, she was absorbed by “When I was in elementary, the CSR activities of FPIP time. I learned how to respect became active as a quiz con- pany. And whenever their office public schools in Sta. Rosa, Lagu- bassy, launched the Batang Safe of cyberbullying and online worker and officer in charge of FPIP as a regular employee. I first heard about FPIP from during her high school days, my time and that of the people testant and badminton player needs a volunteer for clerical na as they received “Gusto Kong Online: Smart All the Time child abuse. Part of the city’s Bahay Pag-asa in Taguig City, I meet,” she adds. representing PUP in different work, for example, she is the Mag-Aral” schoolbags and school project which aims to educate action to address this issue is said: “As a social worker, kung Through the FPIP CSR competitions. first to volunteer. supplies from Knowledge Chan- children on the risks and dan- a program called Community ano ang kaalaman mo, it needs programs, Manalo took part What really gave honor to Aim high! nel Foundation Inc. (KCFI) and to be updated. Itong training on in different activities which the Manalo family was when To scholars like her, Manalo ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya ementary School Central II Tagapo, Labas, Macabling, Bal- online sexual exploitation and helped people in many ways, she graduated cum laude when gives the following advice: Foundation Inc. (ALKFI). with representatives from the ibago and Pulong Sta. Cruz. cyberbullying ay nakakatulong things that would not have she finished her BS Industrial “Study hard and aim high! The donation is part of KC- Department of Education, KCFI’s “Basa Bilang” project sa pagiging competent namin been possible if she was alone. Engineering course. Never underestimate yourselves FI’s “Basa Bilang” project which Division of Sta. Rosa City and plays an active part in champi- bilang isang social worker.” “These activities also helped As a result of her getting a because if you believe in your- aims to help Filipino children ALKFI. oning the education of Filipino After the seminar, Bantay me to develop my personality scholarship, Manalo was able selves, you can achieve great in the primary grades read The beneficiaries are the -el youth through its ongoing pro- Bata 163 social workers will and self-confidence. I learned to help her parents with her things that no one can ever and solve math problems and ementary schools of Santo Do- duction of animated learning facilitate sessions for children. how to adjust and work well expenses as a student and assist imagine. Rest if you must, but “become independent learners, mingo, Don Jose, Malitlit, Dita, videos for Grades 1 through 3 in Said Bantay Bata 163 op- with others. I talked with dif- them in supporting her younger never quit. Persevere and do not confident problem solvers and Dila, Jose Zavalla Memorial, Filipino, English and Math based erations manager Jacel Paguio: ferent classes of people which brothers. lack the willingness to achieve critical thinkers by the end of Caingin, Southville 4 Caingin, on DepEd’s textbooks. These “If we work all together in this enhanced my communication According to Marco Amu- more. And, above all, have faith Grade 3.” Sinalhan, Aplaya, Santa Rosa videos will soon be distributed on ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya managing director Susan Afan (center) with fight, we can do more, we can skills,” proudly says Manalo. rao, FPIP community relations in God for He knows the de- The ceremonial turnover Central I, Santa Rosa Central Knowledge Channel’s platforms Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano, Australian Embassy representatives and help solve the problem of cyber- Manalo (3rd from left), with FPIP community relations officer Marco Amurao and other colleagues, actively took part “But most important of all, it officer, Manalo now even con- sires of your heart. Trust Him was held at the Sta. Rosa El- II, Santa Rosa Central III, on air, online and offline. other ‘Batang Safe Online: Smart All The Time’ project partners crime and save our children.” in FPIP’s CSR activities even before she joined the company was a privilege to be an FPIP ducts leadership training and all the time.” 10 Lopezlink Dec. 2018-Jan. 2019 Lifelong Wellness Interactive Lopezlink Dec. 2018-Jan. 2019 11 Diabetic retinopathy Sudoku Special Feature By Jannine Sy Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para RockwellText and photos by Gerbs de Castro hosts WTT anew How diabetes ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, Where to find gifts for your plant-obsessed friends column at kahon.
AROUND 800 employees of the Lopez Group, accompa- affects the eyes By Charizze Henson nied by their family members and friends, made their way to DIABETES is one of the Rockwell Center for the Lo- most prevalent chronic dis- pez HR Council-Lopez Life- eases in the world. According long Wellness Walk the Talk to the International Diabetes (WTT) on November 17. Federation, there were over Registration for the Novem- 3,721,900 cases of diabetes in ber WTT started around 6 a.m. the Philippines in 2017. As the participants trickled in, Diabetes results in raised they were given bananas, min- blood sugar. Over time, it can eral water, taho and disposable lead to serious complications. rain jackets. Diabetes can also damage the Ask about Cabanna’s single or three-tiered macramé plant hanger Choose from the Green House Project’s garden of succulents and cacti Violeta Villareal with her husband, The month’s WTT was spon- eye. The most common diabe- Dr. Hermogenes Villareal sored by Rockwell Land Cor- tes-related eye disease is dia- poration, Asian Eye Institute, betic retinopathy. ommended by a good friend to Terraprime and ThermaPrime. “Diabetic retinopathy hap- Asian Eye. When I went for a Rockwell EVP and chief fi- pens when you have elevated checkup, I was diagnosed with nance and compliance officer and poorly controlled blood diabetic retinopathy and rec- Very Easy Ellen Almodiel led the invoca- sugar,” explains Asian Eye Insti- ommended for a laser surgery.” Easy tion, while EVP and chief reve- tute retina and vitreous disease Treatments available do not Medium nue officer Val Soliven delivered specialist Dr. Amadeo Veloso Jr. cure diabetic retinopathy, but they Hard the welcome remarks. “The blood vessels in the retina help delay its progression and Asian Eye quality, environ- get blocked, so the blood supply prevent permanent blindness. ment, safety and health officer is cut off.” “The treatment that will be Answer to NOVEMBER puzzle Noemi Mojares led the recitation The retina is the back part done depends on the extent of The Rockwellist recommends ‘The Little Book of Happy House Plants’ by Holly of the Lopez Credo and Values. Solution, tips and of the eye that senses light and patient’s eye condition. They computer program Farrell, ‘Slow Down and Grow Something’ by Byron Smith with Tess Robinson The November birthday cele- sends images to the brain. To may undergo laser surgery, in- available at Keep an eye out for Pluey wellies, the Elisha bucket bag, the Carabana and ‘How to Garden When You’re New to Gardening’ by The Royal Horticultural brants were also invited onstage function, it needs a continuous jection therapy or vitrectomy,” www.sudoku.com floppy and the Lisa straw boater hats Society by emcees Joel Nobleza and supply of blood. “Without the says Veloso. “In Mrs. Villareal’s Thamar Olaivar of Rockwell. blood supply, the eye attempts case, we did laser surgery to IT’S no secret that connecting Cabanna, Before striking out, everyone to grow new blood vessels that shrink abnormal new vessels.” CHRISTMAS MESSAGES... with nature has a lot of health R2 Level 400 laser shots took part in adrenaline-pumping are weak and leak easily. This from page 5 benefits. Experts have found that One of the newest shops in exercises courtesy of the Rock- is when patients start to expe- “Dr. Veloso managed to pioneering journey of Bertrand Piccard and André greenery works wonders for our Power Plant Mall, Cabanna well Club to prepare them for the rience eye problems,” Veloso protect my eyes from possible Borschberg as they flew the solar-powered plane Solar physical and mental well-being. has tropical interiors that pull long walk, as well as the security adds. blindness,” shares Villareal. “Can Impulse to circumnavigate the globe in 2016. They did Green leafy plants are known to in beach lovers and plant lovers briefing courtesy of Mojares. Usually affecting both eyes, you imagine, I received 400 laser so with tons of preparation, design, planning, training, reduce stress levels, filter the air alike. In between shopping for a During the walk, the par- many patients do not know they shots for each eye. But he was so discipline and, of course, vision and courage. But what and help boost our mood, affect- swimsuit and a beach bag, gems ticipants got a closer look at the have diabetic retinopathy until good that I did not feel a thing! made their journey even more inspiring was they did ing creativity and productivity. like macramé plant hangers and surrounding areas in Rockwell symptoms arise. Left untreated, I even got back to doing normal what everyone thought was impossible, with technol- In fact, doctors in Scotland re- pretty woven baskets present Center as it was gearing up for it can lead to visual impairment activities a few days after surgery. ogy that was already available—powered only by the cently came up with a list of nature themselves. The best part: plants the holidays. or blindness. My vision is now clearer. I only sun, with not a single drop of fuel or polluting emis- prescriptions. They believe that aren’t sold separately! Changes in vision wear reading glasses.” Common Room, sions. All it required was a single-minded focus on the planting bulbs, flowers or trees, Violeta Villareal suffered Veloso emphasizes that R2 Level, Expansion Wing goal and how to get there. along with activities like talking Neon Island x Havaianas Martini flip-flops with matching pouch are from sudden blurring of vision. maintaining a healthy lifestyle Let me just reemphasize our commitment to con- to a pony, following a bumblebee The shopfront lined with tiny available exclusively at Common Room “Six years ago, I felt changes in is the best way to keep patients tribute to that goal of keeping the lights on as we or whale watching, helps patients pots of green will have you singing my vision. Sometimes, my vi- from going blind and suffering make this grand transition to a decarbonized world. combat chronic illness, including “How much are those cacti in the be the “lushest guide shop yet,” something that will nourish their sion was blurry. Other times, I from other complications of I’m thankful to all of you for keeping that passion stress and mental health issues. window?” Common Room carries find living, breathing accents for fondness for growing life in pots. saw floaters and colors seemed diabetes. Common Thread, to save our planet and burgeoning with hope. Let us Fortunately for city folk who low-maintenance plant varieties, any space. faded. It was really hard to do “Prevention is better than R2 Level remain adamant in our pursuit to uplift lives through have limited access to nature, in- some basic gardening tools, fertil- Even if having a green thumb things at home, read and write, cure, so make it a habit to con- ways and means which are genuinely powered by door plants are having their mo- izer and decorative pots that are doesn’t come naturally, you can at If shopping for live plants and drive, especially at night.” trol your blood sugar, blood good. ment. perfect for newbie gardeners and least dress like one with some ac- leaves you stumped, start with Diabetes runs in her fam- pressure and cholesterol levels; May you all have a blessed Christmas and a New This Christmas, thank your wannabe green thumbs. cessories for gardening in style. plant prints. While you’re at it, ily. She recalls: “I was 42 when eat healthy; exercise regularly; Gypseek Atlas: Habitación, Fully Booked, Year filled with much excitement and prosperity! plant-obsessed friends for keep- get limited-release items to add I learned I was diabetic. I felt and avoid smoking. FEDERICO R. LOPEZ ing this interior and wellness trend R1 Level, Expansion Wing R3 Level value to the gift. Tip: Check out dizzy and got tired easily. I He adds: “A comprehensive alive (or jump on the bandwagon This wonderful gallery of There’s something poetic about the hand-drawn prints in new Clockwise from Chairman lost weight, and I felt hungry eye exam every six months is yourself) with something from greenery by Seek the Uniq is a being a bookworm and plant drops from local clothing brand top: HR Council FPH Group or thirsty even when I just ate. also a must for diabetics. It is these Power Plant Mall shops: breath of fresh air. In what could lover. Get that unique friend Neon Island and Havaianas. chairperson Cedie Being married to a doctor, he important to check the retina Lopez-Vargas (left); knew something was wrong. of the patient, so we can deter- Team Rockwell moves He then decided to take me to mine if the patient’s vision has to the beat; ‘Family AGILITY... ability reporting and why it LinkedIn regional sales and news personality Kim provided the day’s summation. The summit was followed an executive checkup.” Villareal been affected by diabetes and is love’ for these from page 9 is important for companies to leader Kunal Malhotra and Atienza left everyone inspired According to SKY’s Jen- by a fun and engaging fel- Kapamilya walkers; was referring to her husband, what treatment can be done to track their progress. LinkedIn Philippines lead with his personal story of how nifer Acierto, one key message lowship night, where Lopez Pets can join the fun, Dr. Hermogenes Villareal, a re- prevent complications like reti- Satoshi Citadel cofounder The concurrent sessions Pappan Kallivayalil gave an he faced life’s challenges. SKY of the day was, “to be agile, one Group contestants competed too; The participants nowned dentist. nal detachment, glaucoma or and CEO John Bailon gave were led by ABS-CBN re- overview of how the applica- president and COO Antonio must draw his agility from the in a special version of “I Can gather in front of She figured she would only blindness. an introduction to blockchain porter Jeff Canoy, Energy De- tion works with organizations Ventosa closed the formal pro- core values that he holds im- See Your Voice” with Vargas Power Plant Mall; feel those symptoms whenever “Patients who are not diabet- technology and its applica- velopment Corporation Agile to find people with the right fit. gram, which was cohosted by portant and gives him strength. and Lopez HR heads guess- Orange you glad for her blood sugar is up. “I felt the ics should also get their eyes tions. ABS-CBN Corporation coach Michael Casio, Bantay AECOM Philippines country ABS-CBN’s Arvin Crisol and One must also understand ing which among the secret Team EDC? need to always get my eyeglass checked even before they notice recruitment head and concur- Kalikasan program director representative Arnel Casanova SKY’s AR Ticzon. First Gen how to use this agility to grow singers have real singing tal- lenses changed. Then I was rec- any changes in their vision.” rent sustainability head Arlyn Jen Santos and fitness coach talked about creating oppor- Corporation’s Sidney Cordero and be of service to his family, ent. (Carla Paras-Sison and Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline Fausto spoke about sustain- Jim Saret. tunities while ABS-CBN TV facilitated the CEO forum and company and for others.” Dimpy Jazmines) 12 Lopezlink Dec. 2018-Jan. 2019
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