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Asian Eye Daniel, other OPM Good things opens clinic stars to perform in @ Power Plant no. 5 …page 2 ‘Himig Handog’ …page 4 Mall …page 12  Lopezlink August 2014 Biz News Biz News Lopezlink August 2014  Asian Eye opens first EyeSite Dispatch from Japan First Balfour CEO among AMML invites Japanese clinic in Fairview Terraces entrepreneurs to invest in PH Outstanding Manilans EYESITE by Asian Eye In- making our trusted eye care ophthalmologists, optometrists AMBASSADOR Manuel M. tunities for Japanese investors, DR. Fiorello Estuar, chief ex- pez Group, which include stitute debuts as the official eye services accessible to a broader and nurses at affordable rates. Lopez (AMML) invited Japa- cultural exchanges and Japanese ecutive officer (CEO) of First chairman emeritus Oscar care and optical shop partner of market, we hope to touch and An example is EyeSite’s nese entrepreneurs to invest in brands by conducting seminars, Balfour, was named one of the M. Lopez, chairman Am- QualiMed Surgery Center in improve more lives.” pioneering eye disease pre- the manufacturing and busi- workshops and meetings of 10 Outstanding Manilans dur- bassador Manuel M. Lopez, Fairview Terraces. It offers ser- Liboro added: “For our first screening service. Through a ness processing service sectors its members with diplomats, ing an awarding ceremony held ABS-CBN Corporation vices such as adult and pediatric EyeSite branch, we believe that simple 10-minute test, doctors in the Philippines as he cited foreign business executives to celebrate the 443rd Araw ng chairman Eugenio Lopez eye checkups and diagnostic QualiMed Surgery Center in and medical staff can detect if the skills, positive work atti- and government officials. The Maynila. III, ABS-CBN Lingkod procedures as well as outpatient Fairview shares the same aspi- a patient has possible compli- tude and English proficiency ROCOCO is a Japanese IT en- Estuar served as Depart- Kapamilya Foundation Inc. procedures like cataract surgery, rations for the residents of the cations due to cataract, glauco- of the large Filipino workforce terprise with business interests ment of Public Works and managing director Gina pterygium removal and retina north. We consider QualiMed ma, cornea or retina problems. as among the key factors for a in the Philippines. Highways secretary in 1987 and Lopez and the late Eugenio injections. The optical shop, on a valuable partner in achieving “Through this technol- mutually beneficial business In his remarks at the TOA National Irrigation Administra- “Geny” Lopez Jr. the other hand, offers frames, our mission.” ogy, we can help in preventing venture. General Institute, AMML tion administrator in 1980. He For over 30 years, the contact lenses and sunglasses QualiMed, a network of sight-threatening diseases that AMML met Japanese presented a detailed overview AMML discusses the country’s designed the implementation city government has been con- ist Lulu Coching, Philippine for adults and children. healthcare facilities owned and could potentially cripple the business executives and of the strategic partnership package which resulted in the ferring the award to Manilans Chinese Chamber of Commerce “With the opening of Eye- operated by Mercado General livelihood of the family. The government officials during of the Philippines in the role in various aspects of PH- Japan relations speedy completion of the 10-ki- whose achievements in their president Dr. Alfonso Uy, former Site, we hope to encourage more Hospital Inc. in partnership cost and time spent to take the separate remarks before the economic, regional security, lometer portion of the Manila- chosen profession have con- Manila vice mayors Danilo Lacu- Filipinos to take charge of their with Ayala Land Inc., intends test is minimal but the benefit members of the TOA General tourism, development cooper- Cavite Coastal Road in 1985, tributed to the development na and James Barbers, Philippine for knowledge sharing and eye health by obtaining regular to make quality healthcare ac- is far-reaching,” said Liboro. Institute and at the 20th an- ation, humanitarian assistance and was nominated as Maynilad and promotion of Manila. Red Cross-Manila chapter board human resource development checkups for themselves and cessible and affordable to more EyeSite by Asian Eye In- niversary of the ROCOCO and disaster relief and cultural president during its financial Aside from Estuar, the secretary Dr. Nona Ricafort, for- Asian Eye Institute chairman Oscar M. Lopez (4th from left) and president Benjamin Liboro (rightmost) with (from in the IT sector for Philippine their loved ones,” said Asian Filipinos. stitute is open from 10 a.m.-8 company in Tokyo. aspects of bilateral relations. rehabilitation in 2004. other awardees for 2014 were mer Manila mayor Ramon Baga- left) Ayala Land Corporate Planning head David San Pedro, president Bobby Dy, chairman Fernando Zobel and and Japanese entrepreneurs. Eye Institute president Ben- In line with its tagline p.m. from Monday to Sunday. The TOA General Institute At the ROCOCO anniver- The First Balfour CEO is Justice Jhosef Lopez, ASEAN tsing (posthumous) and producer Mercado General Hospital Inc. president Dr. Edwin Mercado cut the ribbon on QualiMed Surgery Center on July 31 (Excerpted from http://tokyo. jamin Liboro. “Maintaining “Serbisyong Sulit,” patients can For inquiries, call 364-3287 or is a private business think-tank sary, meanwhile, AMML one of several Outstanding Paragames medalist Rudy and TV and radio host German philembassy.net) productivity and good quality look forward to innovative and 950-8366 or like EyeSitePH that promotes business oppor- cited the huge opportunity Manilan awardees in the Lo- Sarmiento, painter/portrait- Moreno. (Dolly Pasia) of life requires clear vision. By expert eye care from EyeSite’s on Facebook. The FPH story continues First Balfour scaffolder receives safety award EDC named one of top PH EDC earns ISO certification LORETO Lobo was one of (EDC), the event was held to ental. the safety awardees during celebrate the successful accu- “Inaamin ko po na sa simula ENERGY Development the foremost international its goal of providing clean and firms in corporate governance the N2N Relocation Project mulation of work hours with- medyo nahihirapan ako lalo in ‘The Audacity DNA’ Corporation (EDC) is ISO standard-setting body,” said renewable geothermal energy to The Role of the Stakeholders 3 Million Safe Work Hours out any lost-time incident na sa pagsunod sa mga regula- FOR the second year in a row, to practice openness and trans- certified after receiving its ISO Manny Ogena, head of Geo- the country,” Ogena added. THE Audacity DNA: Powering years with the company of- recognition ceremony at the from August 11, 2012 to May tion na ipinatutupad ng Safety. Energy Development Corpo- parency. We are committed to average scores rose from 2.80 9001: 2008 certification from sciences and Reservoir Engi- TÜV issued the certifica- FPH into the New Millennium fered lessons “too valuable to project site in Valencia, Negros 29, 2014. ...Sa First Balfour, mahigpit na ration (EDC) made it to the adhere to the tenets of good cor- points in 2012 to 4.85 points TÜV Rheinland Cert GmbH. neering at EDC. tion after a thorough review of ASEAN Corporate Gover- porate governance and protect in 2013. The average scores on continues the First Philippine be left lingering in our busy Oriental. Lobo was hired in December ipinapatupad ang paggamit ng This was earned after meet- “This certification further the processes and practices of nance Scorecard’s (ACGS) list the interests of our sharehold- Disclosure and Transparency Holdings Corporation (FPH) and oftentimes preoccupied Organized by Energy 2012 as a carpenter/mason at personal protective equipment ing performance standards in strengthens our commitment to the Geosciences and Reservoir story 13 years after the release minds.” Development Corporation the First Balfour N2N project, at kung paano ang ligtas na pag- of 50 top performing publicly ers,” John Arnaldo, EDC head also increased from 13.58 points resource management in all its adhere to our company’s quality Engineering Group’s Resource of the second installment of “That’s why I’m so glad which involves gawa. Sinubukan ko itong sundin listed companies (PLCs) in the of Corporate Affairs, said. in 2012 to 16.03 points in 2013. operating fields and the head policy to deliver accurate, cost- Management Division. The the company’s corporate bi- that our chairman emeritus the reloca- at tuparin habang ako ay nagta- Philippines. Based on the ACGS coun- Likewise, the average scores for office. effective, reliable and timely certificates are valid from June ography. had the foresight to com- tion of EDC’s trabaho,” shared Lobo. EDC’s performance, along try reports and assessments Responsibilities of the Board “We are proud to have re- technical services that will 26, 2014 to June 25, 2017. with those of PLCs from the six 2013-2014, the average cor- jumped to 19.71 points in 2013 The new book was mission Raul Rodrigo on N o r t h e r n His hard work and dedica- ceived this recognition from ultimately help EDC achieve (Mary Anne Tejada) launched during FPH’s 53rd yet another book on FPH’s Negros geo- tion paid off as he received the participating ASEAN member porate governance scores of from 16.36 points in 2012. anniversary celebration at the history…. Many of us still thermal power Best Safety Worker awards of countries, was evaluated based the top 94 Philippine PLCs The ACGS is a joint initia- Lopez Museum (see related get goose bumps reading and plant from Ne- First Balfour in March 2013 on international standards of by market capitalization rose tive of the ASEAN Capital story on page 5). reexperiencing it all.” Lopez Group takes part in LCF expo gros Occidental and Sumitomo Corporation in corporate governance including from 48.91 points in 2012 to Markets Forum and the Asian The Audacity DNA turns FRL praised Rodrigo, to the Nasulo October 2013. the five principles of corporate 58 points in 2013. Development Bank. The THE Lopez Group recently governance of the Organiza- ASEAN member countries the spotlight on the third-gen- “…We returned to our who passed away in 2012, for geothermal site Among the contractors rec- Average scores on the five joined the League of Corpo- eration FPH leaders and how companies and found them capturing the drama behind at the Southern ognized during the ceremony, tion for Economic Cooperation corporate governance cat- that take part in the ACGS are rate Foundations (LCF) CSR they steered the company’s either shut down or close to events in FPH’s story in his The First Balfour team at the N2N project recognition Negros Geo- meanwhile, were First Balfour, and Development. egories of the Philippine PLCs Indonesia, Malaysia, Philip- Expo 2014, themed “Commit, ventures in power generation. collapse. We painstakingly trademark brilliant and clas- ceremony, from left: Safety lead Felix Angat Jr., ESH thermal Pro- Sumitomo Corporation and “…This demonstrates EDC’s significantly improved on a pines, Singapore, Thailand and Strengthen, Rebuild.” It follows The Cornerstone, revived and nursed them back sic style. Department head Rogelio Zapanta, awardee Loreto duction Field Taehei Alltech Construction integrity and proactive approach year-on-year basis. Vietnam. (Toni Nieva) Through the coordination published in 1992, and The to health with the meager He also expressed the Lobo and project manager Honorato Dalawampu in Negros Ori- Philippines. (D. Pasia) Firebringer: Forty Years of First resources that were available hope that FPH’s 53rd anni- of Lopez Group Foundation Promos & offers Philippine Holdings, published to us. Then we built them into versary celebration would be Inc., and with the support of in 2001. even larger and more success- a reminder of the company’s Energy Development Corp., 1st climate change report on PH released SKYcable Free View: ‘PBB’ all day, every day ABS-CBN, Knowledge Chan- Through the 24/7 live stream- Big Winner. Catch “Pinoy Big Channel 21 in Baguio, Cebu, In his foreword to the ful companies than they had journey and its people who THE initial key findings tion of Climate Change of the its focus on the Philippines nel Foundation Inc. (KCFI) ing coverage of SKYcable Brother All In” 24/7 on SKY- Bacolod, Iloilo, Dumaguete, book, FPH chairman emeri- been prior to martial law,” make it what it is. of the 2014 Philippine Cli- PhilCCA. and on country-specific cli- and First Philippine Holdings Free View, get to know the cable Free View on Channel Davao and General Santos; tus Oscar M. Lopez (OML) OML recalled. “FPH is what our chair- mate Change Assessment OML Center scientific mate change impacts. Corp., a unified booth with the remaining “Pinoy Big Brother 139 in Metro Manila, Rizal, Channel 32 in Laoag, Dagu- retraced the beginnings and He credited his father, Lo- man emeritus calls a ‘liv- (PhilCCA) project have been director Dr. Rodel Lasco led The PhilCCA is a project message “Nagkakaisang Ka- All In” housemates better and Cavite, Laguna and San pan, Batangas and Naga; and brisk growth of FPH, and pez Group founder Eugenio ing company’ because it presented at the Intergov- a team of scientists from the of the OML Center and the pamilya, Lopez Group” was set discover who among them Jose del Monte; Channel 99 Channel 99 in Tagum and how the company, together Lopez Sr., for preparing the breathes, it laughs, it cries, ernmental Panel for Climate Philippine Atmospheric, Climate Change Commission up for the three-day exhibit at The Lopez Group’s unified booth at the Glorietta 2 activity center deserves to be this season’s in analog areas of Bulacan; Zamboanga. with other Lopez businesses, family for these challenges and most especially because Change Fifth Assessment Geophysical and Astronomi- with the expertise and support the Glorietta 2 activity center were eventually seized when with “a business philosophy, it remembers and learns Report (IPCC AR5) outreach cal Services Administration; of the Filipino IPCC scientists in Makati. In his speech, OML dis- absorbed… like a drop of water then Pres. Marcos placed the a business purpose, a set of from its past. That has been activity in Makati. Ateneo de Manila University; and other experts. It aims to Live life to DMAX with SKYcable Select! Unlike in the past years, cussed “corporate pork barrels,” in a parched land.” D M A X , offerings, such as“Property Wars,” and choose from a wide range country under martial law. values and a way of regarding, our strength at FPH and The findings were culled University of the Philippines; provide an update of knowl- Reclaiming FPH the LCF expo had its activi- saying: “The problem with The Lopez Group is active f o r m e r l y “Chasing Classic Cars,” “Fast N’ of HD and standard-definition treating and respecting our why those enduring values from three PhilCCA work- and the Manila Observatory edge on the scientific, techni- ties spread throughout July. CSR in a country like ours is in LCF, with KCFI president Discovery Turbo, is dedicated to Loud,” “Chrome Underground” channels as an add-on to your Beginning in 1986, the co-workers and employees that have always mattered to ing group reports focusing in the collating local and in- cal and socioeconomic aspects This year’s education com- that it is never enough… we Rina Lopez Bautista serv- the excitement and thrill of wild and “Stunt Busters.” DMAX is basic cable TV plan. Lopezes and their associates that have served us well and us will also be the same ones on various aspects of climate ternational published scientific of climate change focusing on mittee forum, which had are not even scratching the ing as a member of the LCF adventures, turbocharged rides available via Select for only P20 For more info, call 381- toiled to reclaim and rebuild that have never failed us.” that will continue to guide change: WG I—The Physical work into one main report. the Philippines. the theme “Towards More surface of our massive prob- board and chair of the educa- and the great outdoors. If you are per month in standard definition 0000 (for Metro Manila, CA- FPH, Meralco and ABS- Valuable lessons us well into the future,” the Science Basis; WG II—Im- It holds the distinction To read the complete initial Strategic CSR in Education,” lems. With half our population tion committee, and Lopez passionate about living life to the on SKYcable. Enjoy the flexible MANAVA and Rizal) or log on CBN, as well as to diversify For his part, FPH chair- chairman said. pacts, Adaptation and Vulner- of being the first report of its findings, visit www.omlopez- was held in Ortigas on July of 100 million living in dire Museum and Library’s Marga fullest, then check out DMAX’s subscription options of Select to www.mysky.com.ph. into new ventures in light of man Federico R. Lopez FPH employees each re- ability; and WG III—Mitiga- kind in Southeast Asia, with center.org. the opportunities offered by (FRL) noted during the ceived a copy of The Audacity 25 and featured Lopez Group poverty, every peso doled out Villanueva as chair of the arts the times. book launching that his 25 DNA after the event. chairman emeritus Oscar M. as traditional charity or phi- and culture committee. (Dulce Lopez (OML). lanthropy or CSR is quickly Festin-Baybay) Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline  Lopezlink August 2014 Councils Lopezlink August 2014  couch potato treats HR Updates Emmys: Live on the Angeline, Daniel and other OPM Empathy, nationalism and talent Lifestyle Network! The 66th Primetime Emmy Awards will be aired at the Lopez Service Awards live on the Lifestyle Network (SKYcable Channel stars perform in ‘Himig Handog’ By Carla Paras-Sison 52) on August 26. “Game of Thrones” leads the pro- gram nominees with 19 nominations, alongside SOME of the biggest and bright- miniseries “Fargo” and “American Horror Story: Co- est names in the Philippine music ven” with 18 and 17 noms, respectively. Performer industry will give life to the chosen nominees include Chiwetel Ejiofor, Matthew 15 songs for the Himig Handog Pi- McConaughey and Julia Roberts. Which shows noy Pop Love Songs 2014. and actors will win big? Find out by catching the “The competition is stiffer now live and exclusive telecast on the Lifestyle Net- because of the wide array of genres of the songs composed by a blend work! (Cherry Pineda) Top photo: FPH’s “Circa of veteran and new composers. 89” led by chairman And because of that, we have an emeritus OML and exciting mix of singers who will chairman Federico R. interpret our new Himig Handog Lopez (5th and 6th from hits,” said Star Music head Roxy L-R: Angeline Quinto, Daniel Padilla, Jed Madela and KZ Tandingan Clockwise from top left: Lopez left): Benjamin Liboro, Liquigan. Group chairman Amb. Manuel M. Elpidio Ibañez, Ramon “Angeline Quinto, Daniel Padil- Angeline will be the inter- Chabeldin and Biv de Vera; Ebe Marion featuring Rizza and Seed Lopez with 25-year awardee Rod Pagdagdagan, Beth la, Juris, Bugoy Drilon, Jovit Baldi- preter for the song “Hanggang with Abra for “Halik sa Hangin” for “Pumapag-ibig” by Jungee Eñano;Chairman emeritus Oscar Canlas, Millet Sabella, vino, Marion Aunor, Jessa Zaragoza Kailan” composed by Jose Joel by David Dimaguila; Jed for “If Marcelo; and Michael for “Pare, M. Lopez and Lopez Holdings Corie Miguel, Nena and KZ Tandingan are all coming Mendoza; Daniel for “Simpleng You Don’t Want to Fall” by Jude Mahal Mo Raw Ako” by Jovinor president Salvador G. Tirona with Wieneke and Anthony back as Himig Handog interpreters. Tulad Mo” by Meljohn Magno; Gitamondoc; Janella for “Mahal Tan. Songwriter-finalist Hazel Carla Paras-Sison (15 years), Mabasa (Not in photo: But we also have a lot of first-timers Juris for “7 Minutes” by Mary Kita Pero” by Melchora Mabilog; Faith will be the interpreter of Ea Alarcio-Dulay (20 years) and Vicky Martinez); Second like Ebe Dancel and Abra, Jugs and Grace Gabor; Morisette for “Akin KZ for “Mahal Ko o Mahal Ako” her own composition, “Every- Lanie Caimol (15 years); OML with row: OML and awardees Teddy, Janella Salvador, Morisette Ka Na Lang” by Francis Louis by Edwin Marollano; Bugoy for thing Takes Time.” five-year awardees Pia Muriel FPH president Nonoy Clash of champions on Amon, Hazel Faith dela Cruz, Mi- Salazar; Jessa for “Bumabalik ang “Umiiyak ang Puso” by Rolando The Himig Handog finals night Amores, Maricel Manalo, Mary Ibañez, 35 years; and FRL, chael Pangilinan and Jed Madela,” Nagdaan” by Sarah Jane Gandia; Azor; Jugs and Teddy for “Walang will be held at the SM MOA Are- Grace Mutia, Jerome Mendoza 25 years; Vice president SKYcable Liquigan added. Jovit for “Dito” by Raizo Brent Basagan ng Trip” by Eric de Leon; na next month. and Jowe Daño Jay R. Lopez, 20 years; From August 8 to 11 on Fox Sports, the PGA Bottom row: SVP Tony Championship will see the return of defend- LOPEZ family members share the good fortune with go back to basics and follow the Mabasa, 30 years; VP Mon ing champ Jason Dufner. Meanwhile, catch the joined five companies in - hon which we have all been blessed,” “12 little things every Filipino Pagdagdagan, 20 years; world’s best football players as Barclays Premier oring Lopez Group employees OML said. can do to help our country,” as and Hazel Velasco, five League opens up a new season on BeIN Sports 3 ‘There’s something about Joseph’ who reached milestone years Ambassador Manuel M. Lo- suggested in the 2005 book by years beginning August 16. From August 25 to Septem- “PURE Love” star Alex Gonzaga “At first, I thought we won’t team-up of Alex, Joseph and Yen, of service at the 4th Lopez pez (AMML), Lopez Group Alexander Lacson, and which ber 9 on Balls HD, Rafael Nadal and Serena Wil- admits that, just like other girls become that close because Jowsy “Pure Love” continues to reign in Service Awards at The Loft @ chairman, paid tribute to the he believes mostly have to do liams defend their US Open titles at the USTA Manansala in Rockwell Center late Lopez Group founder, Eu- with “just choosing to be decent FPH celebrates 53rd anniversary and girls-at-heart, she is in awe of (Alex’s nickname for Joseph) seems its time slot. Directed by Veronica By Ayesha Volpane and Ilene Estrada Billie Jean King Tennis Center. To subscribe to the unique charm of her leading very mysterious. But I was wrong. Velasco, “Pure Love” also features on July 2. genio H. Lopez Sr., calling him human beings and Filipinos.” SKYcable, call 381-0000 in Metro Manila, CA- man Joseph Marco a.k.a. Dave, He’s so kind, approachable and fun Arjo Atayde, Arron Villaflor, Chairman emeritus Oscar a selfless patriot. He also shared Lopez Inc. chair Presy L. FIRST Philippine Holdings Awarded were Hazel Velas- passionate employees were just MANAVA and Rizal or visit www.mysky.com. who is now caught in a love tri- to talk to. And I admire him as an Matt Evans, Yam Concepcion M. Lopez (OML) called the his admiration for the national- Psinakis, meanwhile, talked about Corporation (FPH) celebrated co, for five years of service; starting. ph. angle with Dianne (played by actor because he is so professional. and Anna Luna. Completing the employees “part of our extend- ism of the Japanese. talent and the Lopez Group’s its 53rd anniversary at the Lopez Rene Mayol, 15 years; Ramon He acknowledged the people Alex) and Ysabel (played by Yen In every take, he is quickly in char- cast are Sunshine Cruz, John Ar- ed family” and reminded them “In a grocery store, the earth- continuous investments in talent Memorial Museum on July 4. Pagdagdagan and Benjamin R. who have been with FPH since On August 17: ‘Phineas Santos). acter as Dave,” said Alex. cilla, Ana Capri, Bart Guingona, to have empathy for the less quake toppled the goods on the development because its work- The event started with a Lopez, 20 years; Federico R. 1989, the year he joined the and Ferb Star Wars’ With the show’s extraordinary Dante Ponce and Shey Busta- fortunate. shelves. The people, custom- force is its source of strength. thanksgiving mass, followed by Lopez (FRL), 25 years; An- company. Called “Circa 89,” Tune in to the Disney story and the engaging onscreen mante. “Empathy tears down barriers ers who were caught inside “Our individual contribu- the program proper hosted by thony Mabasa, 30 years; and they were chairman emeritus Channel on SKYcable Service awardees affirm and opens up new frontiers for the store on account of the tions of time, talent and trea- FPH VP Bunny Gerochi. Elpidio L. Ibañez, 35 years. Oscar M. Lopez, president Iba- as Phineas and Ferb star commitment to TFC in ‘GLOBALitaan’ optimism,” OML said, quoting earthquake, started putting the sure, taken together, make for a The occasion was also an op- Concluding the event was an ñez, VP Liboro, SVP Mabasa, in a special Star Wars- Melinda Gates who recently goods that fell to the floor back stronger, wiser and better Lo- portunity for FPH to cite seven inspirational talk by chairman VP Pagdagdagan, Beth Canlas, themed episode on Au- ABS-CBN Global Ltd. bestowed This year’s batch of 10-year ‘Little Superstar’ is first spoke to the graduating class of on the shelves and helped in re- pez Group. Let us remember powerhouse employees, includ- and CEO FRL, whose stories Nena Wieneke, Corie Miguel, gust 17! The story begins special recognition on loyal employ- awardees included Henry Albano, Stanford University. storing order in the store. Can this as we go about our daily ing the top leaders of the com- brought the audience back to Milet Sabella and Vicky Mar- a long time ago in a galaxy ees in the “GLOBALitaan” monthly Kenneth Concepcion, Deogracias ‘The Voice Kids’ champ “Tonight, as we celebrate you imagine that happening duties. Let us recognize our pany. the time when FPH and its tinez. far, far away. Phineas and assembly held at the Eugenio Lopez Defensor, Lito Duque, Franklin your many years of gainful and here…we can only dream that value and the value of those Ferb find themselves thrust into a global rebellion Jr. Communications Center. Omalin, Karen Fabro, Albert Ge- NINE-year-old Lyca Gairanod for her neighbors in exchange for meaningful employment, I want one day, we Filipinos will learn we work with as we apply our when plans for blowing up the Death Star acci- Like an entourage reminiscent luz, Jocelyn Jamandre, Richard of Cavite emerged as the first ever cash or food. you to think of our countrymen to love our country in the same different but complementary dentally fall into their hands. Discover the twists of a “June wedding,” the five-, 10-, Lagado and Mario Raynera. grand champion of “The Voice Kids” Since its pilot, “The Voice Kids” who are not as lucky…think of way,” AMML said. talents to the achievement of Pick and sign up for your and turns of Phineas and Ferb’s exciting “Force- 15- and 20-year awardees “walked Pamela Lluz-Castillo, Amor after garnering the highest per- has consistently ranked as the most what we can all do together to He encouraged employees to our organizational objectives,” filled” adventure in “Phineas and Ferb Star Wars”! down the aisle” and were presented Barbo-Docado, Jocelyn Mendiola, centage of text and online votes watched program in the country, she said. ABS-CBN University course! (Dino Quizon) with plaques and tokens. Ferlina Mungcal and Human Re- during the two-night finale of the recording its all time high national Eugenio Lopez Founda- The five-year awardees were sources and Organizational Devel- singing-reality show. TV rating of 37.6% on June 8. tion Inc., administrator of the FEELING stuck and look- while, the Digital Toolkits Chanco, ‘Nato de Coco’ on Renalee Allam, Rosennie Anieve, opment head Ma. Victoria Nuguid Coach Sarah Geronimo’s bet (Kane Choa) When ‘LopezLink’ Lopez Museum and Library, ing for career-enhancement course under the Digital Acad- r e s p e c - led the public voting based on the recognized Rodrigo Eñano courses? emy led by Donald Lim is tak- tively. Mary Grace Aquino, Marie Joy were among the 15-year awardees. ‘Wansapanataym’ Power Ballad, Upbeat Song and was ‘LopezLinc.’ for 25 years of service. Lopez Here’s some good news! ing on 30 students, who will ABS-CBN Vhong Navarro, Carmina Villarroel and Louise Bailo, Glaiza Bajada, Faithlene Bar- Completing the “entourage” of Special Performance with a Ce- Holdings Corporation gave out ABS-CBN employees may attend classes for four hours a University, a corporate learning Abuel star in the “Wansapanataym” special titled don, Neil Bernardo, Elmer Trini- service awardees were Marketing Did you know that the very first lebrity Guest rounds. a 20-year service award to Ea now sign up for their course of day, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. environment that aims to em- “Nato de Coco.” In the TV remake dad, Chester Lei Fabian, Federico Communications Copy Group issue of our newsletter, then called Team Sarah’s Darren Espanto Theresa Alarcio-Dulay and 15- choice under the six academies The Moving Images Academy power ABS-CBN employees of the creation of comics master Fernandez, Jessica Gaspar, Juan head Charles Aaron Bautista and “LopezLinc.,” came out exactly 15 came in second, while Team Bam- year service awards to Milani of ABS-CBN University. headed by ABS-CBN president to be more competitive in their Rod Santiago, Vhong portrays Eduardo Gatbonton, Mark Aaron Global Content head Edgar Le- years ago this month? LopezLinc. boo’s Juan Karlos Labajo and Team Caimol and Carla Paras-Sison. The Leadership (Core) Charo Santos-Concio will also respective fields, currently of- Oca, a basketball player. Because Lamera, Ruehrmund Morales, gaspi who were recognized for their was the brainchild of then Lopez Lea’s Darlene Vibares placed third INAEC Aviation Corpora- Academy under dean Mark take on 20 students in the Self- fers 21 courses across six acad- of his busy schedule, Oca fails to Mark Joseph Narvadez, Flordeleza 20 years of service to the company. Group chairman Eugenio “Geny” and fourth, respectively. tion had five awardees for five Nepomuceno is offering Self- Discovery course, whose final emies. give enough time and attention to Bitabara, Dindin Borja, Mary Joyce The GLOBALitaan also ac- Lopez Jr., who wanted to provide Lyca was dubbed the “Little years of service: Pia Muriel Discovery, a two-day course for schedule will soon be announced. More courses will be added his family. Can he make up for his Cabañero, Katrina Cirilo, Leo Da- knowledged the individuals who an accurate source of information Superstar” after she was likened by Amores, Jowe Daño, Maricel up to 18 enrolees scheduled for Aside from these upcoming in 2015, according to university shortcomings to his family? How gui, Roberto Deogracias, Eduardo celebrated their anniversary as em- about all things Lopez Group to coach Lea Salonga to Nora Aunor. Manalo, Jerome Mendoza and August 8-9; and Coaching for courses, ABS-CBN University head Gabriel Orendain. will he be able to help Nato (Lou- Dizon, Aldrich Zeta, Chris Arden ployees of the company. the employees, then numbering about 18,000. The employees She became known for her heart- Mary Grace Mutia. Peak Performance, a two-day already has several classes under For more info, visit the offi- ise) when he meets an accident? Ong, Gemmabel Ramos, Ron- The wedding-themed event could then better serve as unofficial “Lopez ambassadors,” able felt performances and humble Lopez Inc. and Lopez Group course for up to 21 enrolees way in its Liberal Studies and cial website of ABS-CBN Uni- Find out on “Wansapanataym,” Sun- nel Ronquillo, Francisco Santos Jr, ended with a feast, similar to a to explain and expound on issues involving the companies to background. Lyca also previously Foundation Inc. employees also slated for August 28-29. Journalism academies, headed versity: http://www.university. days at 6:45 p.m. on ABS-CBN! Zaldy Seguin, Mary Grace Sevilla wedding reception sans the trim- their friends and family. and Ahmira Juvel Shih. mings. (Somewell Gadiane) revealed that she would perform Lyca Gairanod took part in the joint celebration. From August 1-15, mean- by Fr. Tito Caluag and Boo abs-cbn.com. (Kane Choa)  Lopezlink August 2014 Lopezlink August 2014  L-R: ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation Inc.’s Gina By Carla Paras-Sison Lopez with Mayor Alfredo Lim (3rd and 4th from left) during the turnover of the Estero de Paco solar street lighting project; Armand Batalla, Sasa Manalansan and ment contracts which may Japs Batara at the turnover of the solar home project come under scrutiny. This drives funded by Age UK through the Coalition of Services for the us to really stick to our values.” Elderly; Miss Universe-Philippines 2011 Shamsey Supsup, Andrew Ramos: End-to-end solutions USAID’s Reed Aeschliman, One Meralco Foundation’s Ramos invites Lopez Jeffrey Tarayao and DepEd Sec. Bro. Armin Luistro unveil Group companies to think the photovoltaic system for Isla Verde schools; Adtel’s of Adtel whenever they have variable messaging system installed at the North Luzon No compromises technology requirements: from Expressway; Lopez Group Foundation Inc. funded the first ADTEL Inc. president and Iloilo, respectively. The For example, the company has communications to enterprise Aquasol potable water project for Guimaras fisherfolk and chief operating officer Lopez family traces its roots to staunchly refused to pad its management to solar and wa- Andrew Ramos had just Jaro, Iloilo. bids in order to give cuts to ter system solutions. They can ADTEL... P8,000, includes a solar panel, cameras; and in the streets and and Asian Institute of Manage- projects seeking out Adtel for Ramos says. It has become so sustainability of the projects by Summed up as “extracting finished his graduate stud- Ramos was first tasked to representatives of client com- also refer potential clients to from page 1 battery and charge controller offices illuminated by its street- ment who joined the company in their CCTV security products popular that two other models providing after-sales support,” raw water to treating wastewa- ies in the Asian Institute of head the telephony depart- panies. Adtel, especially those looking packed in a compact box as well lights. It is in the water we drink. 1997. He served as head of the as well as access control and designed for use in more chal- Ramos explains. ter,” the business’ initial offer- Management (AIM) when ment of Adtel, which provided Big responsibility for corporate social responsi- By the time typhoon Glenda as a cellphone charger and two “Adtel stands for ‘Advanced Telecoms Division before taking other auxiliary solutions. The lenging terrain were developed: Adtel makes it easy for ing is the AquaSentry portable headhunters started calling value-added services to its main “We are a small company, bility (CSR) projects. took a swipe at Manila with energy-saving LED lamps. Telecommunications,’ since over from Regie Casas upon the company also offers fire detec- the KGL (Kapamilya Gitnang groups looking to embark on water purifier. The technology him for interviews with vari- client, Bayan Telecommunica- but our responsibility is very “We can design the project her 185 kph gusts last month, The products and services we started with products and latter’s retirement in 2011. tion and alarm systems, access Luzon) and the BXR (Baron their own CSR projects, Ramos proved its worth in 2012 when, ous corporations, including a tions Inc. It was not difficult for big. We do not want to be- for them, from sourcing the Myla and her family were more of the Benpres Building-based services in the telecoms and One of the company’s first control, variable message signs Extended Range). notes. using only two units, Adtel was Sold on solar bank and Adtel. him to grasp the ins and outs smirch the name of our owners, CSR equipment for distribu- than ready with food and water company, however, are en- broadcasting industries. Even- major clients was Bayan Tele- or LED board displays and “There are companies that able to provide potable water to A licensed electronics and of electronics and telecommu- the Lopez family. As a father to tion to identifying beneficiaries rations, power packs and their trenched in a lot more places tually, we ventured into enter- communications, for which it building management systems. 2009 was another milestone would like to have CSR pro- some 100,000 typhoon victims communications engineer, the nications. Today, his engineer- three sons, and as a leader now to delivery and documentation. Baron Solar Kit. The device, the than one realizes. prise solutions and then solar provided telephone sets and But the venture that would year for Adtel with the release grams, but they don’t know what in Cagayan de Oro. De La Salle University gradu- ing and management skills are in Adtel, my life goal is solely When we offer a solution, it’s size of a medium suitcase, packed Adtel provides technology so- and water,” says Adtel president other telephony products. ABS- make the company a mainstay of the BSA’s “cousin,” the Baron to provide and to whom. We In addition to the mobile ate had worked in a small applied to understanding and to be a good role model to my always end-to-end.” enough juice for a few electrical lutions for a wide range of indus- and COO Andrew Ramos. CBN also contracted Adtel to on the pop culture radar was to Solar Kit, as it entered the solar have offices nationwide, so if an water treatment system, Adtel technology company prior to assessing the opportunities in family and to my fellow em- necessities to keep the family tries, from telecommunications, “We’re here to serve the be its supplier of antennas and yet to come. business. The company was organization approaches us and in the future plans to expand The rise of the Baron taking the Master of Business Adtel’s milieu, and help him ployees. I want them to know comfortable and occupied while broadcast, renewable energy and technology needs of our affili- transmitters; Globe soon fol- inspired to make its move fol- says it’s willing to fund a project, the business further to offer raw Management course full time. choose the appropriate tech- that we can be successful with- waiting for power to be restored. energy efficiency, water solutions ates, although we’re also dealing lowed suit, enlisting Adtel to In 2003, Adtel introduced lowing the enactment of the we simply ask our people to look water treatment, industrial water He was immediately attracted nologies to pursue. out compromising our values. The Baron Solar Kit is one of to security systems. It is in the with external clients. We want to install subscriber lines and to what would become its first Renewable Energy Act of 2008. for a beneficiary in their area, and wastewater treatment, and to the prospect of working in Most tested Lopez value We have to strive to be the best the trademark products of Adtel phones and handsets we use to position ourselves not only as a provide outside plant services. commercial “hit,” the Baron This, it states on its website, such as schools or hospitals,” the municipal water and wastewater a technology company like He says integrity is the in our field, but at the same Inc., an offshoot of its venture keep in touch with loved ones; supplier of goods and services but The enterprise solutions Super Antenna (BSA). Pitched was a “response to the social Adtel president says. treatment, among others. Adtel, where his engineering Lopez value most tested in his time, to maintain our integrity into the renewable energy in the mall and burger chain we also as a service provider or part- business was also booming with chiefly by the late broadcaster and economic opportunities The company staunchly up- With its promise of “Your background and management work, partnering with mostly and to stay humble. That is very business some five years ago. frequent and the expressway we ner,” adds Ramos, an engineer various building, construction, Ernie Baron and backed by a brought about by the challenges holds the CSR component of technology needs, our busi- training would serve him in foreign technology providers important,” Ramos says. The package, which retails for travel on, by way of its security out of De La Salle University power generation and highway network of dealers and resellers, of climate change aligned with its enterprise even when it en- ness,” current and prospective good stead. while serving the needs of local He looks up to Atty. the new product became practi- the nationwide thrust to pro- gages in something more light- clients can rest assured that the AIM education customers. Jake Almeda Lopez, a cally de rigueur among a popu- mote the exploration of renew- hearted: in its contests featured farseeing 20-year-old company “I saw Adtel as a good op- “Sometimes you encounter member of the Adtel Armand Batalla down the foundation for growth Magboo is a seasoned profes- previously general accountant at lace still some years away from able energy sources…” in LopezLink where the Baron will be there with its evergreen portunity to work in one of people who have no integrity, board of directors, who VP-Local Exchange and Enter- by establishing seven regional sional with 20 years of experi- BayanTel Corporation. Magboo being distracted by laptops, The company’s catalogue of Solar Kit was the prize, it would menu of offerings. biggest conglomerates in the for example, a customer who is very particular about prise Solutions offices to capture the nationwide ence in general and financial holds a BS Commerce degree smartphones and tablets. In fact, small-scale solar products cur- actually award two units—one “We’re here to serve the tech- country. Intuitively, I knew will unfairly penalize you for the ethical challenges Batalla, a licensed electronics potential of small-, medium- accounting. She is also a pioneer from Saint Bridget’s College these days, Baron has become rently includes the aforemen- for the winner and the other for nology needs of our affiliates as that my AIM education delays which are not your fault. that a company like and communications engineer, and large-scale opportunities in at Adtel, having joined the and completed AIM’s Manage- the generic term for TV anten- tioned Baron Solar Kit, solar his or her chosen beneficiary. well as external clients. We want Adtel must face in Liquid asset would be valued here because You are tempted to respond in joined Adtel in October 1996 solar and water. Batara obtained company in July 1994. She was ment Leadership Program. nas, at least among Filipinos. lanterns and streetlights, and to position ourselves not only as the Lopez Group is a major kind and be unfair to your sup- keeping the trust of after stints in Compex Sales his electrical engineering degree “It was really ABS-CBN the iEnergy micro-inverter used Adtel’s water and wastewa- a supplier of goods and services benefactor of AIM. Many of plier, who may not be directly both its customers Corporation and TINA Asia/ from the Technological Institute and its engineers that designed with solar panels. Medium-scale ter solutions operations came but also as their service provider our case rooms were donated at fault for the delay. But we and suppliers. AT&T ELS. He holds a BS of the Philippines. and developed the antenna as a users may also look into Adtel’s about as a natural outgrowth of or partner,” says Ramos. “We’re by companies like ABS- must remember that if we are “During one of ECE degree from Saint Louis Ma. Elisha Manalansan solution to the signal problems solar off-grid solutions, such as its older venture. focused on telecoms and broad- CBN and First Philippine untreated unfairly, it does not our meetings, he men- University and completed the AVP-Corporate Services and HR the network was experiencing solar roof-mounts and intelligent “We realized that every- cast and enterprise solutions but Holdings. I also felt pride in give us license to treat others tioned that he doesn’t Management Development Manalansan is a licensed dentist at the time,” Ramos notes. lighting systems and fixtures. where we went, the people liv- we made a stand that we won’t working with a fellow Ilong- unfairly,” says Ramos. want to be called by Program of the Asian Institute out of the University of the East. When Adtel was given the “The ones using our -prod ing in remote areas who needed limit ourselves to those indus- go, so I took the chance,” He says Adtel has always the Ombudsman of Management (AIM) in 1999. She was a medical representative job of selling these—the device ucts are really the people living lighting also did not have access tries. We still want to be on top recalls Ramos. His father and preferred to lose business than if we will enter Raymond Oliver Batara with Zuellig Pharmaceutical and was initially offered as a comple- in remote areas and those who to clean and potable water,” Ra- of our game and hopefully offer mother hailed from Bacolod to engage in corrupt practices. into govern- AVP-Renewable Energy (Solar a marketing assistant with Blue ment by ABS-CBN to its tele- want to save on electricity. Most mos explains. more solutions to the market.” and Water) Cross Insurance before joining viewers—it was able to move of the people in the remote ar- Before joining Adtel, Batara was Adtel as one of the pioneer em- 3,000 units per month. By 2009, eas cannot afford it, but those heavily involved in rural electri- ployees in March 1996. some 20,000 BSAs were flying who get it from us donate the fication projects through solar Mylene Magboo off the shelves monthly. It hit the products to remote communi- around the country. Since joining Manager-Accounting and Adtel president Andrew Ramos (seated) with (l-r) Sasa 1-million mark by end-2009. ties. In a way, we’re supporting Bringing a glimmer of hope to un-energized areas Manalansan, Japs Batara, Armand Batalla and Mye Magboo Today, the Baron Super An- the CSR programs of these Adtel in 2009, he was able to lay Finance, Warehouse ACCORDING to data from areas or clusters. No one is ernment organization based in In 2012, six schools in Verde “By the end of 2014, Adtel solar systems through the “Bee tenna is a multimillion brand, companies and ensuring the the National Electrification Ad- really thinking of the off-grid the United Kingdom. Island in Batangas were energized hopes to complete the target a Gift of Light” program of ministration, there are still 2.4 because of the huge investment Lopez Holdings, mean- through photovoltaic systems 50 off-grid school beneficiaries Burt’s Bees. The company also million un-energized homes in that is needed,” Batara had said while, procured 32 solar street- installed by Adtel and Meralco of One Meralco Foundation topped up the endowment to 1996 2001 2009 2010 2011 with technology partner the Philippines as of May 2014, in a 2010 interview. lights from Adtel which were Energy as the technology part- nationwide. At the same time, the school with a TV set, DVD Adtel’s telephony products, Receives ISO 9001:2001 Cited by the Consumer In addition to its Cebu, Solerex, while SLI Globe ac- Organizes the Water Depart- down 27% from the 3.3M re- Proving it walks its talk, used in lighting up BayaniJuan ners of One Meralco Foundation Adtel also hopes to implement player and sound system. which it provides to Bayan certification in telephone Broadband Group as the Davao, Samar and Tacloban cumulates numerous company ment to complement its solar ported in 2009, says Japs Batara, Adtel has been crisscrossing sa Southville 7 relocation site and the United States Agency the same program particularly These efforts, Batara notes, Telecommunications, are supply and subscriber line Top Performer in Repair for offices, La Union, together and individual recognitions business in the rural and off- Adtel AVP for Renewable En- the country for the past half in Calauan, Laguna. for International Development. within the host communities are in line with the company’s deployed in the telco’s installation from Certifica- February, May and Sep- with Bicol, General Santos, 2013 grid market, with a unique ergy (Solar and Water). decade as a bringer of light to of our affiliates in the power objectives to promote the use of franchise area tion International tember; Visayas-Mindanao Cagayan de Oro, Bacolod With Adtel as project water technology from Through its solar business, thousands of underprivileged business,” says Batara. sustainable, economic and least- The company enters the 2003 Top Performer in Repair for and Misamis Occidental, developer, a power purchase Australia called AquaSentry Adtel aims to improve the and underserved households. In 2013, Estero de Paco be- cost decentralized electrification wireless industry by supplying September and November; were established in response agreement for a five-mega- Launches the Baron Super Adtel president Reynaldo quality of life and alleviate The company partners with came the showcase for Manila’s solutions for areas not feasible code division multiple access and Luzon Top Performer in to the growing opportunities watt solar plant is inked Antenna, the flagship prod- Casas retires and is succeeded rural poverty in these un-en- private companies and civic first solar streetlights in a project for grid connection or extension. handsets for wireless local Repair for October nationwide. Adtel now has between NV Vogt Philip- uct of the Channel Distribu- by the vice president for Local ergized and off-grid areas by organizations in implementing undertaken by ABS-CBN Ling- At the same time, it aims to loop application The Network Technical 4,000 dealers nationwide pines and South Cotabato tion department Exchange, Andrew Ramos providing basic needs such as their CSR projects. kod Kapamilya Foundation Inc.’s increase productivity, promote 1998 2005 Team also confers on Adtel Awarded as top performer 2012 Electric Cooperative I to lights, education, entertain- It helped brighten up the Kapit Bisig Para sa Ilog Pasig. livelihood and social interaction Supplies antennas and a Globe Award in the Access in Visayas-Mindanao for augment the latter’s power Contracted by Globe for its Closes the year with almost ment and communication. lives of lolos and lolas in 2011 with Also in 2013, Adtel fitted in the community by extending transmitters to ABS-CBN Project category February, while the SLI requirement in Mindanao subscriber line installation 200% gain from the previous “Extending the grid or the the energization of the Home of out the church, barangay hall, their time at night, and apply 1999 2007 Rollout of the Solar Globe department is Receives more awards year wire through the islands is re- the Aged in Sitio Ibayo-Bakal day-care center and school in solar energy technology as the Contracted by Bayan to Home Kit, marking the recognized as best contractor from Globe as Best Contrac- Globe again becomes a client The Water department ally costly, so electrification is Bagong Silangan, Quezon City, Sitio Badang on the Ilocos enabling technology for sustain- supply station protectors/de- company’s entry into the for Visayas-Mindanao tor for Quality Installation, for outside plant services expands its reach to large-scale concentrated only in franchise in partnership with a nongov- Sur-La Union border with its able development. marcation boxes renewable energy sector water and wastewater solutions Dispatcher and Repair  Lopezlink August 2014 CSR activities Museum/Values Lopezlink August 2014  ALKFI, First Gen to LGFI course helps FPIP Ongoings On the shelf New exhibit and Roberto Chabet from the tices, participative and interactive museum’s unique ‘The Governor- develop 8 ecotourism sites Lopez Museum collection. It hands-on exercises and an expo- interpretation and General’s By Ana Terrese Junio locators appreciate CSR ‘Articles of will also include the museum’s sure trip to various museums. execution of subject “THIS training truly helped in CSR. The LGFI training course a nod of approval in ever-present collection of the Last year’s workshop held at matter, in order to Kitchen,’ by EIGHT Bantay Kalikasan me understand CSR 101.” discussed the history, stages terms of relevance of content Disagreements’ works of Juan Luna and Felix the Ateneo de Manila Univer- engage more peo- ecotourism sites are set to be This was how one participant and management of CSR, and knowledge of speakers. Resurreccion Hidalgo. (Paolo sity drew about a hundred par- ple to appreciate Felice Prudente opens on Arago) ticipants representing 50 institu- culture and arts as developed as First Gen Corpo- summed it up after 16 represen- sharing the use of the project The course participants Contest winners (l-r) Jonathan Salazar, Elsie Sulapas ration sealed a partnership with tions from all over the country. showcased by the Sta. Maria tatives from 10 company locators management cycle as a tool in included CSR practitioners September 18 and Vhince Dinglasan “ T H E ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya At the end of the work- museum members. in First Philippine Industrial choosing an appropriate proj- and managers from FPIP, Ai- Zero In Governor- Foundation Inc. (ALKFI). shop, participants would have Park (FPIP) attended a one-day ect, and communicating CSR kawa Philippines Inc., Brother General ’s First Gen donated P5 mil- goes to gained specific museum skills Ana Macabutas (“kalayaan” for introductory course on CSR effectively. The participants also Industries (Philippines) Inc., Kitchen: lion to fund the development of and techniques, such as objects ‘Complicated’ “liberty”) on August 4. conducted by Lopez Group talked about their current ef- Canon Business Machines Mindanao! Philippine ecotourism sites in Balud, Mas- A workshop for lo- acquisition, creating catalog Community members may Foundation Inc. (LGFI) in FPIP forts and joined a discussion of (Philippines) Inc., SunPower, bids farewell Culinary bate; Pilar, Matnog, Bulusan cal government units, entries, collections care, devel- visit LopezLink at http://lo- in Sto. Tomas, Batangas. the CSR practice by SunPower NEC Tokin Electronics (Phil- Vignettes and Donsol towns in Sorsogon; cultural organizations oping an exhibition concept, with contest, pezlink.ph/ or on Facebook to Organized by the Associa- Philippines Manufacturing ippines) Inc., Fort Wayne Wire and Period Oriental Mindoro; Sibuyan Is- and nongovernmental writing exhibition labels, creat- find out who the lucky Day 5 tion of FPIP Locators Inc. or Ltd., one of the FPIP locators. Die (Philippines) Inc., Japlas free tours Recipes (1521-1935)” gathers land, Romblon; and Koronadal, organizations will be ing education programs and ac- How well do you know your winner is. AFLI, the CSR 101 course was At the end of the course, the Injection Moulders Corpora- interesting and little-known South Cotabato. conducted in Davao tivities, and also marketing and art—and the Filipino language? Complicated featured com- aimed at providing an overview participants shared their learn- tion and IBIDEN Philippines stories from historical sources Specifically, ecotourism de- on September 11 to fundraising for the museum. To celebrate Buwan ng Wika, missioned works by guest artists of the elements and tools used ing and insights. They gave the Inc. (Faith Bacon) about the Philippines’ culinary velopment includes establishing 14, 2014. The workshop is limited to images were posted on the Mike Adrao, Leslie de Chavez culture. Read about Magellan’s bike trails in Jintotolo Island The Workshop on 50 participants. All applications LopezLink Facebook page relat- and Ea Torrado alongside First Gen chairman and CEO Federico R. Lopez and ABS-CBN Lingkod first picnic in the Philippines, in Masbate; further developing Dive deep into the treasure Establishing Community Mu- will be evaluated by a screening ing to the Complicated exhibit the works of Juan Luna, Felix Kapamilya Foundation Inc. managing director Gina Lopez shake hands after efforts to stem hunger in a firefly-watching activities in EDC Bacman gives students tools trove of Lopez Museum and seums, a project of the Zero committee. Deadline for appli- together with a word or phrase Resurreccion Hidalgo, Juvenal signing the memorandum of agreement to develop eight Bantay Kalikasan pioneering Spanish colony, Donsol; putting up eco-trails Library as the new exhibit, Ar- In museum consortium in cation is on August 15, 2014. that the community members Sanso, BenCab, Ang Kiukok, ecotourism sites carabao-horn spoons to main- for forest trekking in Koronadal; for school—and a brighter future ticles of Disagreements, arrives this partnership with UNESCO Zero In is a consortium of were invited to translate. Jerry Elizalde Navarro and oth- tain quiet during meals of and mangrove regeneration and souvenir making; and aquacul- that Green Initiative’s efforts helped ease the costs of education September. Philippines and the Mindanao the country’s premier private Over a total of five days, ran- er artworks from the museum’s nuns loyal to a vow of silence, putting up whitewater kayaking ture. will generate jobs and invest- for the families of these children Curated by Lian Ladia and Association of Museums, is museums: Lopez Museum and dom prize drawings were held collection. banquets and balls of the well- facilities in Silonay, Oriental This is in line with Bantay ments, increase income, and and are making it easier for them Sidd Perez of the Planting Rice designed for institutions inter- Library, Ateneo Art Gallery, with all correct and complete Lopez Group employees heeled and the noble, devil’s Mindoro. Kalikasan’s GRassroots Eco- improve economic performance to pursue learning,” EDC Bacman curatorial team, this exhibition ested in setting up their com- Ayala Museum, Bahay Tsinoy answers, meaning they had to with ID were given free guided ice, Christ’s food, seditious Livelihood activities, mean- nomic Environmental (Green) of local government units. An deputy head Jay Soriano said. of art languages will unearth munity museums or wish to and Museo Pambata. have the contest’s #LinggoNg- tours of the exhibit on its last plots at the King’s bakery in while, include bokashi balls Initiative. Synchronized with example is Ugong Rock, Bantay EDC Bacman provided the different forms of art writ- revitalize existing ones. Since it was established in Wika hashtag. One winner per day on August 4. Intramuros, mythical pygmy production; organic farming; First Gen’s commitment to sup- Kalikasan’s oldest ecotourism school supplies for students of ing and anecdotes of criticism The four-day workshop will 2001, Zero In has focused on day received an exclusive Lopez The Lopez Memorial Museum Dinahon who introduced ka- pili, honey and taro processing; port community development site in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Basud, Ticol, Capuy, PJ Delgado in Philippine art history. feature insightful lectures on the strengths of the member Museum tumbler. is at the ground floor, Benpres lan and palayok, early lumpia, virgin coconut oil production; projects, the endeavor assures which earned P23M last year. Memorial, Bucalbucalan, Rizal, The exhibition section will museum management best prac- museums in collections and On July 30, Day 1 of the Building, Exchange Road corner the origins of the carinderia Tublijon, Tiris, Gajo, Osiao, include pivotal works men- programming to contest, Jonathan Salazar cor- Meralco Avenue, Pasig City. Mu- and much more. “The Gov- Grade 4 students of Basud Elementary School in Sorsogon City show off the Gayong and Sto. Nino elemen- tioned in the major texts found propose dynamic rectly translated “$4 4k1n6 m64 seum days and hours are Mondays ernor-General’s Kitchen” is a JPMorgan backs ALKFI’s school supplies from EDC Bacman. With them is EDC Corporate Affairs head tary schools in Sorsogon and in the archives. alternatives that k ~b+4” (“Sa aking mga kabata”) to Saturdays, except holidays, 8 must-read for all who enjoy environmental initiatives John Arnaldo (back row, center) Inang Maharang and Nagotgot Featured artists are Nilo promote institu- to grab the first Lopez Museum a.m.-5 p.m. Avail of unlimited cooking, eating and convers- JPMorgan Chase & Co. once again partnered elementary schools in Manito. Ilarde, Buen Calubayan, Ma- tional support and tumbler up for grabs. Joining access to exhibitions and library ing about food. (P. Arago) with ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation THE Bacon-Manito Geother- notebooks, rulers and writing Parents of students who ria Cruz and the collective cooperation. It has the winners’ circle were Elsie resources by signing up for the Members can now borrow Inc. in support of the latter’s Kapit Bisig Para mal project (Bacman) of En- instruments. Kindergarten were present during the dis- Tito & Tita. The exhibit will embarked on proj- Sulapas, who submitted “kahi- Lopez Museum membership pro- The Governor-General’s Kitchen sa Ilog Pasig and Bantay Kalikasan programs. ergy Development Corporation pupils also received modeling tribution of supplies expressed revolve around the archives ects tackling paral- nahunan” as the translation of gram. Members can borrow books at the Lopez Museum Library. For two Saturdays in July, over 500 employee (EDC) distributed school sup- clay along with the common their gratitude to EDC Bacman of the library, along with the lel themes aimed “quiescence” on July 31; Vhince from the lending section and get Call Ethel or Paolo to inquire volunteers and senior executives took part plies to 4,229 elementary stu- supplies given to the rest. for its assistance, saying it was a works of Raymundo Albano, at upholding and Dinglasan (“paglagom” for “as- discounts on lectures, workshops in cleanup and tree-planting activities on about the membership program. dents in 14 schools in Sorsogon “We are pleased to have great encouragement knowing Fernando Zobel, Nena Saguil advocating each similation”) on August 1; and and services for only P1,500. Estero de Pandacan in Manila and at La City and Manito, Albay. distributed all these school sup- that a company like EDC helps Mesa Watershed and Ecopark in Quezon City. The bank and its employees are set to lead Each student received plies to so many students…. We support their children’s educa- additional tree-planting activities in La Mesa packs containing pad paper, are glad that we have somehow tion. (Mary Anne Tejada) later this year. (A.T. Junio) Nurse Belen’s ‘prescription’: Honesty and diligence As winner Miko Aliño’s benef iciary ABEGAEL Lucas, a.k.a. ance Corporation, Benpres the building’s occupants. For receive such kind treatment,” this employee welfare program, derstand all about blood sugar, Belen, retired from the Lopez Corporation, Lopez Inc., First more serious illnesses, she helps she adds, teary-eyed. they begin to realize the cor- cholesterol, causes of high blood BayaniJuan community Group in July 2001. Save for Balfour and First Philippine bring the patient to the nearest Of all the Lopez Values, rectness of having pressure, what foods to take and OML Center’s Lasco serves brief stints in the US, she had Realty Corporation. hospital, usually to The Medi- Belen finds that employee good eating avoid.” gets Baron solar kit been a kapamilya for a total of “Whoever manages Ben- cal City, and also keeps tabs on welfare and wellness is what habits and Fortunately, the most seri- as panelist at ASEAN confab 30 years. pres Building, that is where I their cases. she appreciates most. r e g u l a r ous case she has had was when WHEN typhoon Glenda’s 120- Kits to communicate with their Belen, who passed the go,” she says. No ‘mere employees’ Learning while exercise. an employee bumped his head DR. Rodel Lasco, scientific stitute of Management (AIM) policymakers and civil society 160kph winds downed power loved ones, assuring them of board exam in 1962, worked Permission from OML As far as Belen is con- enjoying There is on a glass panel, requiring him director of the OML Center, in partnership with the Alumni organizations. lines in mid-July, Miko Aliño’s their safety. Residents can also for two years in a government Just before her 20th year cerned, there is no such thing “We are learning and at also our to get stitches at the hospital. was one of the panelists at the Association of AIM, was held Lasco joined other experts in friend invited people to have get updates from a communal BayaniJuan deputy project manager hospital and another two years with the Group, Belen asked as a “mere employee” to the the same time enjoying,” she regular Belen, who has doctors as 2nd Asian Business Conference at the Makati Shangri-La. Track Session 5, Building a Re- their cellphones charged for free radio (also powered by solar Miko Aliño in the US. When she returned permission from Oscar M. Lo- Lopezes, citing a difficult per- says, “and lucky enough that b o d y consultants and who reports (ABC), which had the theme The event gathered over 500 silient ASEAN Economic Com- at his house, using solar power. kits) to listen to news advisories to the Philippines, she worked pez (OML), now Lopez Group sonal situation when they came the management introduced mass in- to the clinic on certain days, “2015 Approaching: Priming for registrants, including speak- munity, which focused on the Aliño had long been con- and weather reports. Solar kits ties, we just have to look up and as a staff nurse at The Medical chairman emeritus, to return to her rescue. all the employees to this kind dex. Now spends her time reading the ASEAN Integration.” ers and moderators from 15 experiences of ASEAN countries sidering making such an invest- are also essential in restoring feel the sun,” he continued. City, then partly owned by the to the US. OML gave her his When her husband was of program. Many of our they un- Bible when she is not serving The ABC, a regional confer- countries and territories, and in handling environmental and ment himself, but Glenda made services, such as the checkups For “explaining well the Lopezes. blessing. hospitalized due to a cerebral employees are taking employees. When she finally ence organized by the Asian In- business and public leaders, economic shocks. The session him take a second look. in the clinic or classes in our benefit of having a Baron Solar But soon after giving birth After two years abroad, hemorrhage, Belen says, the for granted their leaves the Group, she will do also drew lessons on effective In a July 22 blog entry entitled day care center. Moreover, the Kit,” Aliño was selected as the to her firstborn, Belen realized Belen had earned enough to family helped her even without health, claiming only one thing: “I will spend Calendar disaster responses and resiliency “Lighting up Communities with Adtel Solar Baron Kit is just deserving recipient of a Baron that working in a hospital set- fulfill her dream of building her her asking. They also extended that they feel the rest of my life serving the Solar Kits,” he wrote how the ty- right on the pocket for a so- Solar Kit worth P8,000. The BAYAN Academy offers the following certificate training measures from recent cases and ting with night shifts was not own house, so she flew back to support when her husband good. They are in Church,” she shares. phoon destroyed 400 homes and lar PV startup,” wrote Aliño, community in Calauan will also courses this month: good practices of the private and the best way to raise her child. the Philippines and rejoined passed away. good shape, yes, Asked what her advice to damaged public facilities, includ- BayaniJuan’s deputy project receive a similar unit as Aliño’s August 14-15: Strategic Planning and Management public sectors. This was when she joined the the Group. “Imagine, bigay lang yun…, since they feel Lopez Group employees ing the clinic and day care center, manager. chosen beneficiary. August 26-27: Needs Assessment and Social Marketing For more information on the Lopez Group of companies, Today, Belen, as the only hindi utang (they simply gave, no pain and is, Belen simply says: “My in the BayaniJuan sa Southville 7 “The list could go on. And at Aliño’s post was selected from August 28-29: Finance for Non-Finance Practitioners conference or to view the ple- in 1971. Throughout her ten- nurse assigned at the second- it wasn’t a loan,)” Belen em- have strong humble advice to employ- resettlement site. the end of the day, we don’t need a field of at least a dozen entries For rates, call Carol Arcaya at 426-3140. Bayan Academy nary and track presentations and ure with the Group, Belen has floor clinic of Benpres Build- phasizes. “To think I’m just an bodies.” ees is for them to work “Our community in Ca- to look under the soil or the oceans by a panel of judges composed of reserves the right to change course dates. speeches, visit www.asean.aim. made the rounds of several ing, is on standby for any emer- employee doing my duty in one She con- diligently and with hon- edu. (Perlyn Pulhin) lauan could use Baron Solar for power. To light up communi- Adtel Inc. executives. companies: AFISCO Insur- gency medical cases involving corner of this building and to tinues: “Now, with esty.”

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by HowBy Charizze Henson AMD and Audrey Trinidad affects your vision Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! Inc., whose renewable energy venture has : M Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para broadened to include more solar products ike ANTONIO Vargas, 70, had a and tear on the macula, which prevent it from progressing,” ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, and a fairly new water and wastewater B column at kahon. arateta hard time reading the news- is responsible for central vision Dr. Veloso says. solutions business. Dear Rosie paper, especially in low light. and recognition of fine details “They should have a healthy For such a low-profile company, its We rummaged through our files for a throwback feature and came Thinking it was a natural part and colors. diet, exercise regularly, maintain products are in fact in the gadgets we use up with the maiden issue of our newsletter. This “LopezLinc.” caused , G of aging, he ignored it until he While common in people normal blood pressure and every day, in the places we work or spend quite a stir 15 years ago because of the bikini-clad “Calendar Girl” erbs started having difficulties in over 65 years old, other fac- cholesterol level, quit smoking our leisure time in. Find out how in this contestant on the cover. For those who weren’t around yet, that was

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C of colors and even the faces in your family who has AMD, regular eye exams. Doing these When we featured them several years noontime television. Check out that near-vintage cover on page 5! astro of the people around him. He being hypertensive or obese, could help them protect their ago, the company’s solar business was still Meanwhile, from Complicated, Lopez Museum moves on to went for a comprehensive eye maintaining an unhealthy diet eyes and reduce their risk of in its early stages, its portable Baron Solar upcoming exhibit Articles of Disagreements, and Asian Eye conquers checkup and was diagnosed and smoking, contribute to the getting AMD in the future,” he Kit just starting to pique the interest of Quezon City anew as it welcomes clients at clinic number five at the with age-related macular de- development of the condition. adds. our kapamilya. new Fairview Terraces complex. generation. People with AMD will not Asian Eye Institute of- This nifty gadget was highly useful for when typhoons and blackouts Rockwell Center, too, is a veritable beehive of everything artsy “Age-related macular experience total blindness as fers comprehensive eye exams, would blitz through the country. The most recent of these disturbances, and artisanal. This month it will unveil the MaArte Artisan Fair on degeneration or AMD is a they can still see through their diagnostic tests and various Glenda, struck several regions including NCR on July 16, leaving thou- the last weekend of August. With the first of the “ber” months just chronic disease that causes peripheral vision. treatment options to detect sands of people without power for as long as three days—an eternity a calendar page away, this is a good time to start buying Christmas Walk the Talk explores blurred vision or blind spots in “There is no cure for AMD and manage AMD. Kapamilya when you’ve got a household to run or deadlines to meet. gifts for the most picky members of your family or circle of friends. central vision,” Dr. Amadeo Ve- yet. There are laser treatments discounts apply: 50% off on With more and stronger typhoons expected to hit the country This fair for a good cause follows on the heels of Focus on Arts: Art consultations and 25% off on By Gerbs De Castro loso, Asian Eye Institute retina and injections that could slow this year—as many as four disturbances are expected this month in Transit exhibit, another long-running endeavor that highlights Rizal petroglyphs and vitreous disease specialist, down the progression of the diagnostic examinations, treat- alone—we prescribe getting a portable Baron Solar Kit of your own. contemporary art. explains. Usually affecting both disease, but it is still best to pre- ments and surgeries. For more Just like BayaniJuan sa Southville 7’s Miko Aliño, who won one in ooOoo eyes, it is caused by the wear vent having it or immediately info, call 898-2020. our most recent Facebook contest. Adtel spread the love by awarding Is the Audacity book available at the Lopez Museum lending sec- another unit to the BayaniJuan sa Southville 7 community as Miko’s tion? Thanks!—Marc  Very Easy beneficiary. Congratulations! Yes, it is. If you’re already a museum and library member, you may Be a storm Putting together an emergency kit  Easy Additionally, let us take our preparations further by being more borrow it and other books in the lending section for free!  Medium proactive: we’ve put together a list of emergency kit must-haves as ooOoo trouper!  Hard well as tips for staying safe before, during and after a typhoon. Nakaka-good vibes ang family soap na Hawak Kamay. Galing ng What’s in the bag? It has been a winning, busy July for kapamilya all over the Group. mga child superstars lalo na si Zaijian. Keep it up!—Elen THE weather bureau has First Balfour CEO Dr. Fiorello Estuar joined the ranks of outstanding ooOoo sounded the alarm: there’s a Answer to July puzzle Manilans, while Energy Development Corporation distinguished itself What are the most important things to include in an emergency powerful storm coming, pos- Solution, tips and as a solid force in corporate governance. Steadfast kapamilya, addition- kit? I can only keep a small bag since there’s not much space in my sibly bringing strong winds computer program ally, were feted during the Lopez Service Awards ceremony and the flat. Thanks.—Vic and heavy rain. Your survival available at First Philippine Holdings Corporation (FPH) anniversary celebration. Given the kind of weather we’ve been having lately, we thought AMIDST cloudy skies brought kits have long been packed, www.sudoku.com Upping the excitement levels during FPH’s milestone was the launch it’d be useful to have such a list. Check it out on page 10. about by the rainy season, the but how prepared are you to of The Audacity DNA: Powering FPH into the New Millennium. The third Lopez HR Council-Lopez brave the storm itself? Here Eats addition to the chronicle of the 53-year-old company, which picks up from If you have questions, comments, opinions, suggestions and reactions Lifelong Wellness Walk the are some reminders: where 2001’s The Firebringer left off, is also the final opus of the late Raul about anything and everything about the Lopez Group, please send Talk got under way as scheduled Preparing for a storm Rodrigo. Audacity is a must-read for all kapamilya and we’re looking for- them to Dear Rosie through email [email protected] or [email protected] or be a friend or fan on Facebook. at the Village East Executive • Make a note of the loca- Best foods to ward to devouring it on the next long weekend or holiday! Homes III and Eastridge Golf tion of any item not in 4” elastic bandage; 6” 4x4 Village in Binangonan, Rizal on your kit. gauze; T-bandages; adhesive During a storm stockpile for an July 26. bandages in different shapes Nuts and trail mixes. These high-energy foods are healthful What to buy right before an emergency Sponsored by First Balfour, • Monitor your local emer- FOR several days last month— and sizes; safety pins; burn and convenient for snacking. Look for vacuum-packed containers, Most of these foods will last at least a week after they’ve been around 350 participants com- gency broadcaster for up- or hours, if you were among the ointment; adhesive tape; and emergency which prevent the nuts from oxidizing and losing their purchased and will give you a fresh al- posed of employees from the dates, warnings and advice. luckier ones—as much as 90% paracetamol. freshness. ternative to all that packaged food. Lopez Group, family members • While conditions are se- of Meralco’s franchise area ex- Putting together an emer- FUELING your body during an emergency is Granola bars and power bars. Healthy and Apples. Apples last up to three and friends flocked to this Clockwise from top: Getting ready to tackle the trails; LGFI executive director vere, remain indoors and perienced power outage due to gency kit is just one of the im- very different from your everyday diet. Because filling, these portable snacks usually stay months when stored in a cool, dry monthly Lopez wellness under- Cedie Lopez Vargas with First Balfour Corporate Communications head stay clear of windows. typhoon Glenda. portant steps in preparing for you’ll probably expend more energy than you fresh for at least six months. Plus, they’re area away from more perishable taking. Vicente de Lima II; The rest of the delegates from sponsor company First • Contact neighbors and While we were adequately weather disturbances, as it can normally would, you should eat high-energy, an excellent source of carbohydrates. fruits. A morning treat of taho, Balfour; The SKY contingent; EDC leads the pack family members to ensure warned about the fierceness of help you get through several high-protein foods. And because you’ll have Dried fruits, such as apricots and Citrus fruits, such as oranges nilagang saging, biko and puto they’re safe and prepared. the typhoon, there were those powerless hours—or days. a limited supply, the higher-quality foods raisins. In the absence of fresh fruit, and grapefruits. Because of their were provided to the well-wish- August Villalon of Energy graved into volcanic tuff dating • If you’re in your car, don’t who were caught flat-footed by you eat—and the less of them—the better. these healthy snacks offer potassium and high acid content and sturdy ers by the registration crew Development Corporation’s back to 3,000 BC. drive into water without the onslaught, helpless without Sports & Wellness “In a disaster or an emergency you want dietary fiber. skins, citrus fruits can last for up spearheaded by Anchel Cruz Emergency Response Team Presidential Decree No. 260 knowing the strength of lights, cellphones and comput- calendar those calories,” says Barry Swanson, a food Canned tuna, salmon, chicken to two weeks without refrigeration, particularly if you buy them of HR-Employee Relations. then discussed environment, declared the Angono Petroglyphs the current and depth. ers or access to the nearest fast AUGUST scientist at Washington State University. “You or turkey. Generally lasting at least two when they’re not fully ripe. The program proper started safety and health reminders. a national cultural treasure in • Slow down, turn on your food chain branch. Worse, some 10: Intramuros Run by want some nutrients and some fiber—some- years in the pantry, canned meats provide Avocados. If you buy an unripe, firm avocado, it will last out- with the invocation courtesy of After the distribution of 1973. The petroglyphs are also headlights and be aware of didn’t even have the basic stuff thing to keep your diet normal.” essential protein. side the refrigerator for at least a week. the Mapuans, 3K/6K HR assistant Jeanette Lanting, bottles of mineral water by the included in the World Inventory hazards on the roads such needed to deal with the situa- “In an emergency, generally you tend to think Canned vegetables, such as green beans, Tomatoes. If you buy them unripe, tomatoes will last several (Intramuros, Manila), and was followed by the singing sponsors, the walkers trudged a of Rock Art under the auspices as power lines and trees. tion, specifically emergency kit. of meeting more basic needs than preferences and carrots and peas. When the real deal isn’t an op- days at room temperature. After a storm 5am. Fee: P350. Contact of the national anthem and the well-paved concrete road and en- of UNESCO, ICCROM and Some must-haves for such flavors,” says Elizabeth Andress, professor and food safety tion, canned varieties can provide you with essential Potatoes, sweet potatoes and yams. If you have access to a recitation of the Lopez Credo tered a tunnel that was in almost ICOMOS, and the 100 Most • Stay clear of creeks, drains a kit, as recommended by Dr. Josie, 0920-9453620 17: Run for Humanity, specialist at the University of Georgia. “But if you plan right, you nutrients. working stove, these root vegetables are good keepers and make and Values by management total darkness. Upon exiting, one Endangered Sites of the World. and other waterways as Ted Esguerra on DZMM, are can have a great variety of foods and nutrients.” Canned soups and chili. Soups and chili can be 3K/5K/10K tasty side dishes. Stored in a cool, dark area, potatoes will last trainee Lace Ramos. finds the Angono-Binangonan Arriving back at the entrance there’s a risk of flooding. a battery-operated transis- (Roxas Blvd., What to always keep in your pantry eaten straight out of the can and provide a variety about a month. VP for HR Caloy Salonga Petroglyphs Site Museum which of the dark tunnel, the par- • Be careful of fallen trees, tor radio, extra batteries, fire Pasay), 5am. Fee: P500- These items have lengthy expiration dates, so you can stash of nutrients. Look for low-sodium options. More food advice delivered the welcome remarks showcases the cultural and artis- ticipants were treated to a hearty power lines and damaged starter or lighter, rope, manual P700. Contact Philippine them away for long periods of time. Make a list of everything in Sports drinks, such as Gatorade or As long as frozen foods have ice crystals or are cool to to jumpstart the activity. tic heritage of Rizal. brunch—and a First Balfour buildings. can opener, water and water Red Cross-Pasay, 854- your stockpile and check expiration dates every six to 12 months Powerade. The electrolytes and carbohy- the touch, they’re still safe. “Once it gets to be room tem- Lopez Group Foundation Exiting the museum, they towel—to end the day’s activity. • Don’t go sightseeing as you purifier, food that won’t spoil, 2748 or 973-5870 to keep things fresh. drates in these drinks will help you re- perature, bacteria forms pretty quickly, and you want to be 17: Sofitel Manila Half Inc. executive director Cedie climbed a rocky stairway Employees are invited to be could hamper the efforts of such as sardines, corned beef Peanut butter. A great source of energy, peanut butter is hydrate and replenish fluid when water very careful about what you’re eating,” says Swanson. Keep Lopez Vargas joined the crowd toward the historic Angono- a part of the eighth anniversary emergency services. and meatloaf, local energy bars Marathon, 5K/10K/21K chock-full of healthful fats and protein. Unless the jar indicates is scarce. the doors closed on your refrigerator and freezer to slow as Trini Trinidad of Whiplash Binangonan petroglyphs, the of Walk the Talk at the First • Check on your neighbors and chocolate bits, whistle and (SM MOA, Pasay), otherwise, you don’t have to refrigerate after opening. Powdered milk. Almost all dairy down the thawing process. and “Miss Saigon” and his Rock- oldest known works of art in Philippine Industrial Park in as soon as it’s safe to do so. flashlight. 4:30am. Fee: P750-P950. Whole-wheat crackers. Due to their higher fat content, products require refrigeration, so stock If you live in an area at high risk for flooding, consider (Excerpted from www.abc. well gang led the warm-up and the Philippines. There are 127 Sto. Tomas, Batangas on Au- For your first aid kit, put Contact http://runrio.com whole-wheat or whole-grain crackers have a shorter shelf life this substitute for an excellent source of buying all your pantry items in cans, as they are less likely stretching exercises. human and animal figures en- gust 23, 2014. net.au/news/emergency) aside 10 ounces of Betadine; than their plain counterparts, but the extra fiber pays off when calcium and vitamin D when fresh milk to be contaminated by flood waters than jars. (Excerpted from you’re particularly hungry. isn’t an option. www.realsimple.com) Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline 12 Lopezlink August 2014

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All the things‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ BACK in the good ol’ days, August was associated with only gone dinnersood may be considered cliché, but also giving your wife a luxu- celebration. But did you know that Buwan ng Wika now also shares rious bag always does the trick! Visit Michael Kors at the R1 Level Your favorite reptiles are coming the spotlight with lovers and golfers? Strange bedfellows they may and be another kind of romantic! to theaters as an action-comedy film! be, but it’s not a Pylones “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” starring problem at Pow- Check out Pylones at Archaeology (R2 Level) for Megan Fox, Johnny Knoxville, Pete Plo- er Plant Mall! unique, quirky accessories and innovative everyday szek, Noel Fisher, Jeremy Howard, Alan Michael Kors objects that will surely make your best friend hap- Ritchson, Danny Woodburn, Tony Shal- Running out py. houb, William Fichtner and Will Arnett, of ideas for Ro- J. Lindeberg is scheduled to be released this August at mance Aware- Calling all golfers: it’s National Golf Month! It the Power Plant Mall Cinemas. ness Month? doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner—you don’t have All about Kids bazaar on August 9 Roses and fancy to be a pro to look like one! From jackets to trou- Working Mom’s All about Kids ba- sers to caps to shoes, get your most stylish look zaar at the Rockwell Editorial Advisory Board Mike Lopez / Boo Chanco by shopping at J. Lindeberg at the R1 Level. You Tent will offer that Executive Editor Rosan Cruz know what they say: “Look good, feel good, do perfect dose of family good.” fun—with big, big discounts to boot. The kids will Contributing Editors Grassroots even get a chance to meet SpongeBob SquarePants Carla Paras-Sison (Lopez Holdings) Hazel Velasco (FPHC) and Patrick Star! To enter, each family must present Estela de la Paz (First Gen) Arlene Torres (SkyCable) Support Buwan ng Wika or Nation- Kane Choa (ABS-CBN) Vienn Tionglico (Rockwell) al Language Month by patronizing a copy of Working Mom’s August 2014 issue. Cherry Pineda (ABS-CBN Publishing) Dulce Baybay (LGFI) Philippine-made products. Grass- Proudly MaArte fair on August 29-31 Dimpy Jazmines (Wellness) Fernando Diaz de Rivera (EDC) roots offers eco-friendly products The MaARTe Artisan Fair, Circulation Lucy Torres (Tel. 449-2468) handcrafted using indigenous the annual fundraising proj- Editorial and Layout Mousetrap Publishing materials. Visit ect of the Museum Foun- Grassroots at the dation of the Philippines in partnership with The LopezLink is published by Lopez Holdings Corp. PR Group R3 Level. Proscenium at Rockwell, Security Bank and Smart 4/F Benpres Bldg., Ortigas, Pasig City Infinity, will be held at the Rockwell Tent on August Tel. no. (63-2) 449-2345 29-31. More than 50 entrepreneurs, NGOs, designers and For feedback, email [email protected] craftsmen will provide the discerning MaARTe shopper a Follow us on Twitter: @lopezlinkph wide array of striking items. For limited-edition products, Available online at www.Lopezlink.ph MaARTe has a special section—MaARTe Finds. For more info, check out https://www.facebook.com/maartebymfpi.