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Strength KEITECH trainee ‘Buzzer-beating’ in unity …page 9 …page 12 …page 2 never gave up gifts  Lopezlink February 2019 Biz News Lopezlink February 2019  At the 2019 budget conference First Balfour division ABS-CBN starts 2019 strongly Lopez Group wins Strength in unity rebrands as T1 Rentals as PH’s No. 1 network By Kane Choa By Carla Paras-Sison ABS-CBN opened 2019 on a higher than GMA’s 25%; and comeback of “Minute to Win FIRST Balfour’s Plant and high note as viewers nationwide in Total with 55% It: Last Man Standing” (22.6%) LOPEZ Group chairman Equipment Division (PED) re- tuned in to its news and enter- compared to GMA’s 26%. earned its place in the top 10. big at ASR 2018 cently announced the launch of Manuel M. Lopez (MML) told tainment shows, making the ABS-CBN programs ruled the Completing the list is “Wansa- top Lopez Group executives at its new corporate brand iden- THREE Lopez Group compa- Corporation was awarded with a network hit an average audi- top 10 list of most watched pro- panataym” (22.4%). nies bagged big wins at the Asia gold rank, the statement said. the annual budget conference tity, name and tagline. ence share of 45% in January, 15 grams in January with “FPJ’s Ang Meanwhile, ABS-CBN won Sustainability Reporting (ASR) The ASR Rating is conferred on January 31 that the group’s Now known as T1 Rentals, points higher than GMA’s 30%, Probinsyano” (39.1%) on top. across all time blocks, particularly strength lay in its “unity and de- PED has made a name for itself Rating 2018 in Bandar Lam- on companies that have suc- based on Kantar Media’s data. Also part of the top 10 are in prime time where it earned an pung, Sumatra, Indonesia. cessfully communicated their termination to succeed.” in the equipment rental industry - ’s “The General’s average audience share of 50%, 21 ABS-CBN led in Mega Ma In a statement, the Lopez sustainability performance to Although the stock market as a pioneer in providing a full nila where it scored 37%, beat- Daughter” (32.8%) and reality tal- points higher than GMA’s 29%. has largely discounted share range of equipment that includes Group said three of its compa- stakeholders through sustain- ing GMA’s 28%, and in Metro ent show “World of Dance Phil- The Kapamilya network also nies brought home recognition ability reports. prices of ABS-CBN Corpora- earth-moving, lifting, industrial where it registered an ippines” (30.8%), followed by “TV conquered the morning block tion and Lopez Holdings Cor- rental, and transport and hauling from the ASR 2018 held by the “The recognition awarded to average audience share of 44% Patrol” (30.2%). “Ngayon at Kai- with an average audience share National Center for Sustainabil- First Philippine Holdings, First poration in the last two to three solutions through its subsidiary against GMA’s 23%. lanman” (28.7%) ended strongly of 37% compared to GMA’s Therma One Transport. ity Reporting in collaboration Gen Corporation and Energy years, MML noted that First ABS-CBN likewise led in and “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (24.3%) 27%, the noontime block with with the Institute of Certified Development Corporation vali- FPH chairman Federico R. Lopez Philippine Holdings Corpora- “Over the past seven years, Total where it garnered continued to rule its time slot. 42% versus GMA’s 31% and we have built a strong reputa- Sustainability Practitioners. date the extensive efforts we have tion and First Gen Corporation Lopez Group chairman Manuel M. ABS-CBN chairman emeritus 40% versus GMA’s 32%; in To- “Halik” (23.2) sustained the afternoon block with 44%, First Philippine Holdings been putting into ensuring we sustainability has been weaved outperformed the Philippine Lopez Eugenio Lopez III tion for quality service and re- tal with 54%, 29 points its high viewership, while the beating GMA’s 33%. Stock Exchange (PSE) in 2018 liability,” said T1 Rentals head Corporation (FPH) was awarded have sustainable operations,” FPH into our business operations as with increases of 4% and 18%, east Asia, measuring 23.04 me- irritated at being blamed for Clarence Carlos. “While we equipment to complement its tomers we serve will not change, the platinum rank, while its sub- chairman and chief executive offi- we do our part in mitigating respectively, while the PSE index ters by 4.32 meters, and digitally spreading disease because they wanted to maintain our affinity fleet and meet its clients’ grow- there is incredible potential to sidiary First Gen Corporation cer Federico R. Lopez said. the effects of climate change,” declined by 13% year-on-year. controlled lights. It can seat as had not washed their hands. with First Balfour in the new ing requirements. grow. This new branding posi- bagged the silver rank. Mean- “Climate change is the big- he added. (Excerpted from news. MML believes taking Energy many as 600 for banquets and Semmelweis was posthu- name, we also wanted to enable It also opened a hub in tions us for new opportunities.” while, Energy Development gest threat to humanity, and abs-cbn.com) Development Corporation pri- can accommodate as many as mously and much later recog- opportunities to market the Mandaue City, to partici- Being still a division of First vate and the joint development 900 for cocktail events. nized as a pioneer of antiseptic organization for future growth pate in the booming construc- Balfour, T1 Rentals currently agreement with Tokyo Gas for Empathy for customers policy because the germ theory and expansion externally.” tion activity in the region and has owns nearly 600 units of con- Celebrating the 65th year of TV the LNG (liquefied natural gas) In his remarks at the end of the of disease developed only after Including a new tagline, “The plans to open hubs in Batangas struction equipment, machin- terminal project drove the favor- conference, Lopez Holdings vice his death from blood poisoning. Right Way to Make it Happen,” and Davao City within the year. ery and transport vehicles. It ABS-CBN unveils soundstages able revaluation of First Gen. chairman and ABS-CBN Corpo- Lister suffered the same rejec- the rebranding is part of the or- “This is an exciting change for has more than 200 operators Tokyo Gas is a global gas utility ration chairman emeritus Eugen- tion when he first developed his ganization’s strategy to evolve its us and marks a strategic pivot in and mechanics certified by the ABS-CBN Corporation marks ABS-CBN chairman Mark better production. Through and a leader in the industry with io Lopez III (EL3) drew business sterile surgical method. Nonethe- business and create a foundation our future direction as an equip- Association of Carriers and its 65th founding anniversary L. Lopez added: “What I’m this we can show the world 50 years of experience in LNG. lessons from the stories of Hun- less, he lived to see the eventual for new opportunities. It under- ment rental provider,” said T1 Equipment Lessors and has with the inauguration of its most proud of about this proj- the best of the Filipino,” said He was also optimistic about garian obstetrician Ignaz Sem- acceptance of his new method. went a strategic reorganization Rentals marketing manager completed services in more brand- new soundstages in San ect is that we’re creating Holly- EL3. the prospects for Rockwell Land melweis (1818-1865) and British Drawing parallels in business, late last year to better leverage its Kevin Buenaseda. “While our than 20 cities and provinces Jose del Monte City, Bulacan in wood-level soundstages which The soundstages represent Corporation, especially with the Joseph Lister (1827-1912). EL3 said: “We see it as excruci- business and acquired additional commitment to the existing cus- across the . December 2018. puts us at par with the rest of the beginning of a plan to “very good response” to its re- In 1847, Semmelweis in- atingly difficult to let go of past ABS-CBN president and the world.” establish a production hub chief executive officer Carlo This project was the -brain with soundstages, backlots, sort project in Mactan. Work on stituted washing hands and success and seek new ways of ABS-CBN executives lead the covenant signing with representatives of ‘Halalan’ partner organizations the Power Plant Mall expansion medical instruments with soap solving a customer’s problem. L. Katigbak (CLK) said the child of ABS-CBN chairman production and postproduc- and Aruga Hotel are also “pro- and chlorine but was rejected We all work hard for our suc- two soundstages were built to emeritus Eugenio Lopez III tion facilities and offices that ceeding relatively smoothly.” by his peers. At that time, the cess and following that formula, 4th-gen Lopez launches ABS-CBN partners with ‘Manila Bulletin,’ support the company’s efforts (EL3), who saw that building will allow ABS-CBN and The conference was in fact existence of germs was not things become easier for us, safer towards expanding its audience the studios is the best way to Philippine-based produc- held at The Fifth at Rockwell generally known or accepted, and more comfortable. But bear YouTube and Twitter for ‘Halalan 2019’ and content output beyond the keep in step with the world’s tions to match production fa- on the fifth floor of Power Plant and the entrenched belief was in mind the day that formula no new children’s book Philippines and to foreign au- top entertainment companies, cilities found elsewhere in the ABS-CBN News unites with friends and I am also ecstatic and election monitoring groups diences. which shoot bigger percentages world. Mall. MML called the events that disease was caused by an longer applies, we begin to punish INTERNATIONAL School the Commission on Elections to welcome new ones particu- National Citizens’ Movement “We want to bring ABS- of their programs and films on Inaugurated in time to cel- hall “Rockwell’s newest pride imbalance of body fluids. Even customers by becoming deaf and Manila 12th grader Alexis Lo- (Comelec), “Manila Bulletin,” larly some of the biggest social for Free Elections, YouthVote, CBN content to the inter- soundstages and not in remote ebrate not only its 65th anni- and joy.” It sports the biggest when presented with clini- blind to what they truly need… pez launched a new children’s poll watchdogs, academic insti- m edia organizations to bol- Parish Pastoral Council for Re- national stage, and having a locations. versary but also ’s Samsung LED wall in South- cal evidence, the doctors were What made us successful in the book, “Jodie’s Journey,” at the tutions, professional associations, ster ABS-CBN News’ coverage sponsible Voting, and Kontra state-of-the-art facility and a “Completing the sound- 25th anniversary, the stages will past may no longer be what de- White Cross Orphanage a few advocacy groups, government of ‘Halalan 2019.’ Politics and Daya. world-class production team is stages represents a very major enhance the production output Promos & offers termines success today. We must days before Christmas last year. agencies, YouTube and Twitter debate can be healthy compo- Also providing support are a big step for us towards that di- step for ABS-CBN in terms for both TV and film in the unlearn things which are no The bilingual book is meant to give a louder voice in nents within a society, which is the Anvil Business Club, Man- rection and dream,” CLK said. of our ability to create much years to come. (K. Choa) longer appropriate, among them for young readers and tells the SKY brings back NBA the May midterm national elec- why we must guard and protect agement Association of the sometimes the very things that story of a child who would Premium TV with promos made us successful. Customer tions through its “Halalan 2019” against entities who seek to dis- Philippines, Finance Execu- SKY is starting the year bright soon be adopted by foster par- well-being is the overriding goal. special election coverage. rupt and cheat and be steadfast tives of the Philippines, Legal as the NBA playoffs near with ents based overseas. The story Empathy, not ego, must prevail.” ABS-CBN, led by Integrated against all forms of political Network for Truthful Elec- the return of NBA Premium was illustrated by Ray Sunga, EL3 said many lives would News and Current Affairs head violence,” Reyes said. tions, Philippine Communi- TV with promos in store an award-winning Filipino have been saved if the doctors Ging Reyes, held a covenant sign- In a message read by Com- cation Society, and Philippine for subscribers. Until April illustrator and art director cur- Alexis Lopez (right) reads to the children at White Cross Orphanage who rejected hand-washing set ing with partner organizations in elec commissioner Socorro In- Computer Society. 25, new SKYcable subscrib- rently residing in Singapore. aside their egos to try the Sem- ABS-CBN on January 18. ting, Comelec chairman Sheriff Completing ABS-CBN ers can enjoy a free 15-day “I had seen Ray Sunga’s book available to children at of my Tata’s (grandfather’s) melweis way. In behavioral sci- Reyes said with over 20 part- Abas expressed gratitude to News’ partners for “Halalan trial of NBA Premium TV. work on other children’s books several orphanages—White experiences that, I think, will ence, the Semmelweis reflex now ners that represent different ABS-CBN and underscored 2019” are the University of the Meanwhile, existing subscrib- and reached out to him to see Cross, Hospicio de San Jose, inspire children never to give up, refers to the knee-jerk reflex to sectors and fields of expertise, the importance of media dur- Philippines, Ateneo de Manila ers who pay three months in whether he was interested in Virlanie, Kalipay Negrense and especially in times of difficulty.” reject new evidence contradict- ABS-CBN News will be able to ing election season. University, De La Salle Univer- advance for NBA Premium illustrating the book. I was St. Rita. “I am in the process of Lopez’s parents are Jay ing established norms. “I hope deliver an election coverage that The following are also help- sity, University of Santo Tomas, TV via SKYcable Select will prompted to write the story distributing more copies to or- and Georgina Lopez. Her we will never have the Semmel- is suited for the current sociopo- ing ABS-CBN News cover Polytechnic University of the get an additional one- month after working with the kids phanages and children’s homes grandparents are Lopez Group weis reflex in our companies.” litical climate and will maximize the 2019 elections: the Armed Philippines and STI Colleges, access for free; this offer is up in White Cross. It took me around the Philippines.” chairman emeritus Oscar M. EL3 concluded: “May I ask the available technologies in Forces of the Philippines, the and nongovernment organiza- for grabs until February 15. around three weeks to write A lover of literature and the Lopez and Consuelo Rufino- you to review your plans once communication so that Filipinos Philippine National Police, and tions The Asia Foundation- Apart from the games, tune it. I translated it to Filipino,” arts, she published an earlier Lopez, who has been president more, this time with eyes that have easy access to accurate news the Department of Foreign Af- Fully Abled Nation, and Re- in to all the news, commen- Lopez says. book about her teacher when of White Cross since 1981. seek to ensure that the plans and information. fairs Overseas, Voting Secretar- gional Emergency Assistance taries, specials and documentaries the channel offers. Call 418-0000 Lopez, who started vol- she was in eighth grade. She has If you are interested in cop- are driven by customer empathy “… It warms my heart to see iat, Department of Education, Communications Team Philip- or your local SKY office or visit www.mysky.com/nbafreeaccess for unteering at the orphanage finished yet another one, “Tata’s ies of the book, email Lopez and sterilized, so they are free many long-term partners and news organization VERA Files, pines. (K. Choa) the 15-day trial and www.mysky.com/nbapromo for the 3+1 promo when she was in eighth grade, Once Upon a Time.” In this at [email protected]. from ego and counterproduc- to subscribe. is making her self-published third book, she focuses on “three (CPS) tive ways of doing things.” Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline  Lopezlink February 2019 Councils Lopezlink February 2019  couch potato treats Comptrollers’ Circle Special Feature Two ‘JMs’ named Blockbusters, Oscar Bonding and learning ‘’ grand finalists Two “JMs” became the newest grand finalists winners on Movie Central at the general assembly of “Tawag ng Tanghalan” after John Mark Saga FEBRUARY brings with it a se- Find out how William Wallace and John Michael dela Cerna won the Quarter lection of hit adaptations and Os- gives justice to his secret bride’s 2 semifinals on “It’s Showtime.” John Michael car-winning films on ABS-CBN death and revolt against King Ed- received 98.40% from the madlang people text TVplus’ Movie Central channel. ward I of England in Mel Gibson’s votes and judges’ scores, while John Mark earned An outrageous pairing with her “Braveheart” (Best Picture, 1995). a combined score of 70.09%. Meanwhile, expect assistant, Ryan Reynolds (An- The comedy/psychological drama more surprises as “It’s Showtime” kicked off its drew), happens when Sandra Bull- “Silver Linings Playbook” brings countdown to its 10th anniversary in October, ock (Margaret) is threatened with Jennifer Lawrence’s (Best Actress, including the grand finals of “Miss Q and A In- deportation in “The Proposal” this 2013) Oscars award-winning por- terTALAKtic 2019” on Feb. 23. Don’t miss the February 16 on the channel’s Movie trayal of a widow determined to singers’ battle for supremacy in “Tawag ng Tang- Blowout. Margaret, who is Canadi- help a recovering mental health pa- halan” on “It’s Showtime,” Mondays to Saturdays an, forces Andrew to marry her and tient played by Bradley Cooper. Members of the Lopez family lead the Lopez on ABS-CBN. keep her visa status in the US. In “Zero Dark Thirty,” (Best Group’s last farewell to their corporate home On February 23, an action- Sound Editing, 2013) subscribers packed adventure awaits viewers can learn how the dedicated female with Dylan O’Brien’s “Maze Run- operative played by Jessica Chas- and sold into slavery. (Best Supporting Actress, 2012), Farewell to Benpres Building ner,” the story of a boy trying to es- tain (Maya) discovered Osama bin Aside from these four films, “Argo” (Best Picture, 2013) and L-R: ABS-CBN chairman emeritus Eugenio Lopez III; Lopez Holdings president Salvador G. Tirona; PICPA national cape a maze after his memory was Laden’s whereabouts. don’t miss other Oscar winners “Her” (Best Screenplay, 2014). awardee Jei-Jei Gertes with co-awardee Noe Quiñanola of the PRC FPH unveils plans for new hub erased. Meanwhile, catch “12 Years A including the Brie Larson-starrer ABS-CBN TVplus also has By Jessica Fenol Meanwhile, movie lovers are up Slave” (Best Picture, 2014), which “Room” (Best Actress, 2016), Oc- more good news for its viewers as FIRST Philippine Holdings for a marathon of Oscar-winning revolves around the story of free tavia Spencer’s winning portrayal it extends the trial of its new chan- Corporation (FPH) launched productions on February 25. man who was drugged, kidnapped as Minny Jackson in “The Help” nels. the book “Benpres: Stories Around a Landmark” to com- memorate the legacy of the al- TNT Boys move on to next round of ‘The World’s Best’ most half-century-old building THE TNT Boys continue to as- and the “wall of the world,” which of the Lopez Group. tonish the world with their talent is composed of 50 of the world’s It marked the “retirement” after they moved on to the next most accomplished experts from of Benpres Building, which round of the international talent every field of entertainment. opened in 1971. The building competition “The World’s Best” Because of the trio’s trending Lopez Group chairman emeritus Oscar M. Lopez, Connie Lopez, Mitos served as a hub and a home to and got featured on BBC. performance, they have a chance Santisteban, Zeny Tañada and Santi Dumlao 19 Lopez companies for over The trio of Mackie Empuerto, at winning $1 million and being 48 years, said Lopez Museum Keifer Sanchez and Francis Con- named “The World’s Best.” and Library executive director cepcion wowed the “The World’s Before becoming a group, Mack- Cedie Lopez-Vargas. Strong debut for ‘The Best” American judges Faith Hill, ie, Keifer and Francis first impressed EL3 with the members of the Comptrollers’ Circle The establishment formerly General’s Daughter’ RuPaul and Drew Barrymore with viewers as grand finalists in “Tawag known as the Chronicle Build- “The General’s Daughter” starring iEmmy-nom- their rendition of “Listen” in the ng Tanghalan Kids” on ABS-CBN. THE Lopez Group Comp- Work-life balance invocation and recitation of the ing used to house the Lopez inated actress Angel Locsin debuted strongly, program’s pilot episode that aired They were officially launched trollers’ Circle celebrated its Meanwhile, Ginny Villegas Lopez Credo was led by Mina Group’s newspaper, “The -Ma scoring a national TV rating of 34%. This is more after the Super Bowl on CBS. as a trio in 2017 and have since 19th anniversary and held its talked about image building and Ubaña of First Philippine Hold- nila Chronicle.” than double that of GMA’s “Onanay” (14%), Their performance scored 99 sung for international audiences annual general assembly at personality development. Vil- ings Corporation and First Gen It will be demolished this based on national TV ratings data of Kantar points—more than the mini- in “Little Big Shots” US, UK and ABS-CBN’s ELJ Communi- legas is a certified image con- Corporation and, as in previous year to give way to a modern Media. Locsin plays Rhian Bonifacio, who is mum of 75 points required to get Australia and for several heads of cations Center in December sultant of Association of Image assemblies, Jei-Jei Gertes ably Lopez Museum Former FPH establishment. raised and trained to take down their family’s through to the next round of the state. They were also hailed as the 2018. Consultants International and acted as emcee of the event. FPH chairman Federico executive director president Elpidio “It is coming down, but only enemy; little does she know that she is set up to competition—from the combined grand champion of “Your Face The activity aimed to update a certified corporate etiquette PICPA awardee R. Lopez Cedie Lopez Vargas L. Ibañez to rise again to meet the future,” commit the biggest mistake of her life. Watch scores of the American judges Sounds Familiar Kids.” comptrollers and accounting, consultant. She is an educator, In November, the Comptrol- Lopez Group chairman emeri- “The General’s Daughter” on ABS-CBN and finance and treasury officers a visual artist, an expert on per- lers’ Circle participated in the tus Oscar M. Lopez (OML) ABS-CBN HD (SKYcable Ch. 167). on current developments and sonal branding and an advocate 73rd Annual National Con- said in a statement. Jamie Rivera, The Company celebrate love feels in concert relevant topics outside the of women development. vention of PICPA at the SMX The book, which was unveiled By Kane Choa technical sphere of accounting, , a television Convention Center in Bacolod by OML, pays homage to the NBA’s All-Star Week- tax and financial reporting. The host, actor, weather anchor and City. The convention was- at past while paving the way for end live on ABS-CBN, JAMIE Rivera is in perfect com- ductions and directed by Marvin aim was to assist the members former politician, focused his tended by about 5,000 CPAs. the future, said FPH chairman pany as she holds a concert with Caldito. in their personal, spiritual and presentation on work-life bal- Gertes, one of the group’s and CEO Federico M. Lopez S+A premier vocal group The Company Jamie is known as the voice behind physical development. ance. core team members, was again (FRL). Don’t miss one of the dubbed “Jamie in Perfect Com- love songs such as “Hey, It’s Me,” ABS-CBN Corporation The year-end conference was among the 2018 PICPA na- “We are committed to es- most-awaited events pany” at the Music Museum on “Awit Para Sa ’Yo” and “I’ve Fallen chairman emeritus Eugenio also attended by Philippine tional awardees as Outstand- tablish a new building as a every NBA season! Thelma Sioson San Juan, Ricky Carandang, Cholo Cailao, Boo Chanco, February 14. For You,” aside from big inspirational Lopez III was guest of honor Institute of Certified Public ing PICPA Member, with Noe symbol of the past, present, Be there as Charlotte Giles Puno, Vergel Santos and Dulce Festin-Baybay “This will be the first time that hits like “Tell The World of His Love” and inspirational speaker, while Accountants (PICPA) Metro Quiñanola, chairman of the Turn to page 11 hosts the 2019 NBA we’ll be working together in a con- and “We Are All God’s Children.” Lopez Holdings Corporation Manila Region chairman and Professional Regulation Com- All-Star Weekend, cert. We’re very excited,” Jamie said The Company, meanwhile, president and chief operating Punongbayan & Araullo man- mission’s Board of Accountan- with ABS-CBN during the concert presser. popularized the songs “Everlasting officer Salvador G. Tirona gave aging partner Marivic Españo, cy, as co-awardee. Sports bringing the “We will be singing our hits as Love,” “Muntik Na Kitang Mina- the welcome remarks. and the group’s auditing firm The Lopez Group Comp- action closer to hoop fans. Tune in on Feb. 16 at well as Jamie’s and vice versa, show- hal” and “Now That I Have You.” Paolo Trinidad discussed SGV & Co. headed by Assur- trollers’ Circle continuously 11 a.m. for the Mountain Dew Ice Rising Stars ing our take on each other’s pieces,” The group currently includes- An laughter yoga as a form of stress ance head Ma. Vivian Cruz- aims to maintain high-quality Challenge on ABS-CBN’s “NBA SabaDos,” on added Moy Ortiz of The Company. nie Quintos, Moy, OJ Mariano and reliever. Trinidad, the founder Ruiz together with other part- financial reporting and to pro- Feb. 17 at 9 a.m. for the State Farm NBA All- Guests are in for an evening of Sweet Plantado. of Pinoy Laughter Yoga and the ners and officers. mote work-life balance among Star Saturday on S+A, and on Feb. 18 at 9 a.m. feel-good hits and good vibes with Get your tickets to “Jamie in first certified laughter yoga in- During the Christmas fel- its members. The Comptrollers’ for the 68th All-Star Game airing live also on OPM’s finest artists reliving ro- Perfect Company” via Ticket- structor in the country, trained lowship, winners of “It’s Show- Circle core team is composed S+A. SKYcable subscribers can catch the NBA Former Lopez Group comptroller Pearl mantic moments of yesteryears in World and Music Museum for in India under Dr. Madan Ka- time’s” “Tawag ng Tanghalan” of Ubaña, Gertes, Jingle Her- All-Star Weekend via SKY on Demand (skyon- Catahan, Milet Sabella, Mila Fadri and Ardel Bea Puno, Angela Lopez, Marga Villanueva and Marianna the Valentine’s Day show present- only P3,950 (VVIP), P3,450 (VIP) taria, the founder of Laughter rendered song numbers to the nandez, Lanie Caimol and Al- demand.com.ph). Fadri Vargas ed by Star Events and CCC Pro- and P1,450 (silver). Yoga International. pleasure of the participants. The drin Cerrado.  Lopezlink February 2019 Lopezlink February 2019  By Carla Paras-Sison Armand Batalla and Erwyn Alcomendras: Working like entreps ADTEL Inc. vice president Andrew Ramos, now company lenge is for his team to sup- ferent and competitive in the for Sales Armand Batalla and president. port the business demand for market.” He adds: “We want director for Channel Distribu- Alcomendras left Adtel SKYdirect, the DTH (direct- to be a major contributor to tion Erwyn Alcomendras say in 2006 to work for himself, to-home) service of Sky Cable the business growth of all our a pioneering entrepreneurial getting his license to sell real Corporation. Adtel is currently customers by supplying qual- L-R: The Baron Receiver Link or BRL, the newest addition to the line of Baron Antennae; the Ku-band satellite dish antenna, high-definition set-top box and low-noise block converter or LNB supplied by Adtel to SKYdirect; the Igloohome spirit is the Lopez Value that estate and at the same time the exclusive importer and ity products and services. This Smart Keybox 2 can be used with various styles and sizes of doorknobs; Kent RO Alkaline Pitcher and Gold Plus; iDual has 10 types of bulbs, including the A E27, and a remote control to activate the light features; Smart Home Tech PH most resonates with them as doing business development distributor of SKYdirect equip- in return will have a significant they help chart the future of consultancy. On the invitation ment. impact on the business growth ADTEL... its telco roots while ensuring its ing technologies in order to several businesses that have gone Batalla’s SKY direct-to-home Channel Distribution group. the company. of friends who remained with “Being a new player in the of Adtel.” from page 1 future readiness. After all, Ad- sustain our longevity,” says Adtel and were replaced by new tech- (DTH) team and the Channel These include the Baron Super “The Lopez Value of a Adtel, he rejoined the company industry, SKYdirect is very ag- Alcomendras is grateful tel aims to “enhance the value president Andrew Ramos. “Right nologies. That’s why we’re doing Distribution department led by Antenna, which the company pioneering entrepreneurial in 2015 and led his department gressive in getting a share of the that work at Adtel allows him The company, whose name of stakeholders through its ex- now, we’re looking at smart tech- a lot of business development— director Erwyn Alcomendras are puts together in its four manu- as well as a model that can be tum and continue being the ex- spirit is what we use most in to achieve P1 billion in annual DTH market. Our team has to pursue socio-civic interests is a portmanteau of “advanced” ceptional technology solutions nologies. We feel that it’s some- the departments and businesses at the forefront of this push. facturing facilities across Luzon, placed under the sink so the clusive importer and distributor our work. We should always gross sales for the first time in such as outreach programs of Channel distribution to ensure that we can deliver and “telecommunications,” is in the Philippines.” thing we have to be engaged in.” within Adtel are looking for new and ABS-CBN TVplus, for water is automatically filtered of SKY DTH equipment. be on the lookout for new 2018. It is Channel Distribution SKYdirect with the guaranteed the Rotary Club where he is eyeing emerging new technolo- “Technology is evolving so Armand Batalla, vice presi- technologies specific to the areas A chunk of Adtel’s business which it serves as distributor. before it comes out of the tap. “The DTH industry is very, technologies or businesses which distributes Baron anten- quality and service level avail- active. “We are a goal-driven gies in a bid to move on from the challenge is spotting emerg- dent for Sales, adds: “We have where they are.” is under the umbrella of the The company is also banking “We have a huge potential very competitive. The battle re- because the existing ones may nae and ABS-CBN TVplus. ability nationwide. To cope with company, being able to volun- on several additional ventures, to maximize our nationwide ally is more on the quality of not last long. Adtel being in To sustain this performance, this demand, we expanded our teer for meaningful outreach Meet the Team specifically in smart lighting network of close to 5,000 retail content that different DTH the technology business, ob- Alcomendras says it is essential operation nationwide by having at the same time is fulfilling. Seated, from left: Armando D. Batalla, VP for Sales; Andrew J. Ramos, president; and Erwyn T. Alcomendras, director for Channel Distribution. Standing, from left: Jermainne R. Lopez, marketing systems, smart locks and water stores, long-term partnerships operators are offering the mar- solescence is a challenge that to introduce new products in regional offices and warehouses And if you like what you do, executive; Benison Victorio P. Victorio, sales executive; Cristina M. Macayan, SKY DTH manager; Laurencio P. Iballo, operation consultant; Annalisa D. Bello, senior sales coordinator; Sasa P. purifiers, to further beef up its with dealers/retailers to distrib- ket,” observes Batalla. “In terms we will always encounter. The the market so that Adtel will be in key cities in the Visayas (Ba- it’s doesn’t feel like work at Manalansan, AVP for Corporate Services; Mylene C. Magboo, AVP for Accounting and Finance; Marianne N. Paligat, warehouse administrator; and Peter Allan R. Valenzuela, SKY DTH technical Channel Distribution portfolio, ute new, higher-margin prod- of quality of content SKYdirect existing business that we have eventually known as a “distribu- colod and Iloilo) and Mindanao all.” support. Not in photo: Mary Cris D. Juanich, Channel Distribution supervisor says Alcomendras. ucts as technology evolves,” still has the advantage because now may just die naturally tion company specializing in (Davao). The expansion of our Batalla thanks first the Lo- The iDual smart lighting Alcomendras says. of the content of ABS-CBN. over time because of a better smart technologies.” operation allows us to expedite pez family for their continued SKY DTH Nationwide expansion system has LED lights whose “Our vision is to support or newer technology that is the delivery and warranty sup- support for Adtel. “Our ut- colors can be adjusted—from Three years ago, SKYcable ap- SKY for them to be able to reach more efficient and economi- For Batalla, his main chal- port of the DTH equipment we most appreciation also to the daylight to night, or depending proached Adtel with an offer for their target in terms of subscriber cal for the customers. Before are supplying to the distributors other members of the Lopez on the mood or occasion— the latter to serve as the exclusive base. That’s basically our target the current businesses end, a of SKYdirect who sell directly Group companies for continu- through remote control. importer and distributor of the also—five million subscribers in new one should already be in the DTH service to the end- ously supporting products and Another new product is the components for its new venture. five years,” notes the Sales head. Baron Antenna place to ensure business con- users,” he says. services from Igloo smart lock that allows the The SKYdirect DTH service tinuity and growth for Adtel,” Able to adapt to chang- Adtel. Rest homeowner to send a code that allows SKY to offer their con- The Baron Antenna, which says Batalla, who joined the es a s s u r e d visitors can use to enter his or tent through satellite instead of catapulted Adtel into the pub- company in 1996 as business Going forward, Batal- that we her residence for a specified pe- cable, Batalla explains. lic’s consciousness more than a development officer for Wire- la believes Adtel “should are com- riod or for one-time use. It alerts “We are the importer of the decade ago, remains one of the less Products. be able to adapt to the m i t t e d the owner when the authorized satellite dish, satellite box and company’s major products. Encouraged to be entre- changes in the business to deliver people enter the home. The cables. SKY is the one provid- Ramos attributes the Baron’s preneurs demands of our customers or exceed Igloo, which is recommended ing the DTH service, while we long shelf life to its superior qual- “Since I joined Adtel in and use technology as your ser- for condo dwellers, is seen to take care of the importation of ity, especially vis-à-vis copycats. 1999, we were told to treat a tool to be vice level become standard in high-end the equipment for that service The current lineup includes the our business unit as if it dif- expectation condos for better security and from SKY.” Baron Super Antenna for urban were our own. We were as you grow control, notes Alcomendras. According to Batalla, one areas, the Kapamilya Gitnang given the flexibility to your business.” Meanwhile, the Kent Gold challenge his team has encoun- Luzon or KGL for mountainous choose what products Plus and Kent Crystal water tered is figuring out the fastest areas and the Baron Extended to carry, what mar- purifiers are added to tap water way to deliver the equipment to Range or BXR long-range gins to aim for. We to purify it while retaining ben- SKY’s 39 distributors all over antenna. The newest Baron An- were encouraged to eficial minerals. The Kent range the country. tenna, the Baron Receiver Link be entrepreneurs, to also includes a wall-mounted “That’s why we set up ware- or BRL Antenna, was developed find a business that purifier with a digital display houses in Luzon, Visayas and by Adtel for use with the ABS- would give the best Mindanao. It’s strategic for us to CBN TVplus box. value to customers Milestones put up warehouses in those areas “People noticed that the as well as sustain- 2012 2013 2015 Opens its Antipolo ware- 2017 2018 because it’s going to be faster in low-quality antenna lasted for able profits to the Achieves 200% sales gain from Project developer for a five- Begins the distribution of house Reaches P1 billion in annual Reaches P2 billion in annual terms of delivering the equip- just less than a year, so they company,” recalls the previous year megawatt solar plant between ABS-CBN TVplus Unveils new product gross sales gross sales ment. The distributors then sell it learned their lesson: ‘Let’s not Alcomendras, Ventures into large-scale NV Vogt Philippines and Develops the Baron Re- endorser Kim “Kuya Kim” Opens its Davao and Cebu Hits P1 billion in annual to the end-users,” notes Batalla. buy the low quality, let’s buy the who had joined water and wastewater solutions South Cotabato Electric Co- ceiver Link or BRL Antenna Atienza for Baron warehouses gross sales for Baron Antenna Eventually, the team looks Baron Antenna.’” the company as technology operative for digital transmission Releases in the market the Launches Kent Water Pu- Introduces the Igloo to add to their existing service The country’s steadily in- business devel- Receives numerous compa- Awarded by Globe as Best 2016 ABS-CBN TVplus and Baron rifiers and Tao Lights Homes Smart Locks centers in Luzon and the Vi- creasing population also help opment officer ny and individual recognitions Contractor for Quality Instal- Commences the SKYdirect Antenna bundle Starts the SKYdirect dis- Opens its Bacolod ware- sayas for “faster turnaround of keep sales of the Baron An- for Telephony, from Globe for the subscriber lation, Dispatcher and Repair products distribution for SKY- Creates ACableWorks and tributorship in Panay house after-sales of the equipment.” tenna robust. reporting to line installation or SLI busi- 2014 cable Technology Solutions Inc. or Creates Quantum Renewable Starts SKYdirect distribu- As one of the key contribu- “That’s why our main prod- then manager ness Starts as a contractor for SKY- Hits the 2 million-unit ACTS Energy Solutions and Tech- torship in Negros Occidental tors to Adtel’s performance, uct is really the Baron Antenna. and depart- cable for installation services sales for Baron Antenna nology Inc. Batalla hopes to be able to sus- It is the longest sustaining busi- ment head tain his department’s momen- ness that we have,” Ramos says.  Lopezlink February 2019 Corporate Sustainability Museum/Values Lopezlink February 2019  Knowledge Channel bags Bantay Kalikasan says ‘no’ to plastic Compound Interest By Dan Lopez Layug ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapami- and vegetables in their own employees and visitors were en- lya Foundation Inc.- Bantay backyards. couraged to donate their used What I learned launching an impact venture 3 Anak TV Seal awards Kalikasan marks its 20th an- The launch of the music PET bottles, papers, cartons, By Michael Ramos niversary with the launch of video and the “Batang Bibo styro, metal objects, defective IT has been my dream to start execute. They understood that augmented our solution. and “MathTinik”—programs “Batang Bibo ng Kalikasan,” ng Kalikasan” campaign co- office supplies, empty glass a business in the service of the we are obliged to be responsible I will share these insights in which still air on Knowledge a music video featuring child incided with the declaration bottles and aluminum waste Filipino. However, launching a stewards of the world. Boston next month at Harvard Channel today. performers Xia Vigor, Chunsa of January as Zero-Waste (drink cans). social enterprise is full of chal- We even took MBA interns Business School’s Asia Business A total of 162 awards were Jung, Xymon “Onyok” Pineda Month. Watch the “Batang Bibo lenges which require the will to from McKinsey & Company Conference. Hopefully, learning given out in 2018, 30 of which and Marco Masa that encour- Bantay Kalikasan also ng Kalikasan” full music video succeed at every step. (Brazil), an engineer from Leba- from my experience can help other went to ABS-CBN hosts and ages children and the general held a recyclables event at the at youtube.com/watch?v=yEd- I was raised with a strong non and a social entrepreneur from entrepreneurs become the change shows including those from public to do their part for the ABS-CBN compound where VPfjahQ. sense of social justice, particularly Australia for a couple months they want to see in the world. Knowledge Channel. Robi environment. regarding the welfare of employ- each. These volunteers had strong Dan Lopez Layug, CFA, Domingo, host of “MathDali,” Xia, Chunsa, Onyok and ees. The housing needs of mini- social consciousnesses and were founded PeoplePods which provides also received a Makabata Star Marco performed the song mum- wage employees in Batan- grounded in business fundamen- dignified and affordable co-liv- award, while sister channel YeY on “Umagang Kay Ganda” to gas industrial parks have for years tals at INSEAD and Macquarie ing for minimum wage workers of won an Anak TV Seal for its kick off the activities in cel- been neglected. Many workers at University. They helped us craft Batangas industrial parks. People- program “TeamYey.” ebration of Bantay Kalikasan’s the bottom of the pyramid move For inquiries, email [email protected] our marketing strategy, operations Pods was listed in the top “Social Catch Knowledge Channel’s two decades of promoting from other provinces to Batan- policies and hiring processes. Enterprises to watch for in Asia in newest Anak TV Seal shows environmental awareness and gas for safe employment. They ity of life without increasing sion of the housing communities tion to succeed and who were as Step #4: Pilot and keep im- 2018” by DBS Bank (Singapore). on the following schedules: implementing projects that have great jobs at multinational costs to the worker. we wanted to create for workers. willing as us to sacrifice for our proving. As with all start-ups The start-up won 1st Place at the “Wow,” hosted by Edric Calma, address the worsening air and manufacturers inside the parks Our first step was to under- But we realized that we needed mission. Their expertise would committed to business excellence, 35th INSEAD Venture Competi- but have no choice but to rent stand worker accommodation to develop our skills and hire give us the integrity to deliver being agile and limiting risk is crit- tion (France) and the 2017 Kellogg Knowledge Channel Foundation Inc. president Rina Lopez-Bautista receives airs Wednesday to Friday at 12 water pollution, denudation of unprofessional slum-like dwell- needs. We studied the pain more experienced people. on our promise to uplift lives at ical. We started small and aimed Real Estate Competition (USA). the awards from Elvira Yap Go and Montriville Boy of Anak TV noon and 3 p.m.; “MathDali” forests and irresponsible waste with airs Mon- disposal and their life-threat- ings outside ecozones. points of factory workers by I started with self-im- the bottom of the pyramid. to improve service from there. We Prior to PeoplePods, Layug KNOWLEDGE Channel Anak TV, which promotes day to Friday at 10 a.m. and ening effects. While each start-up fol- conducting a study of over 500 provement by enrolling in a Step #3: Find partners. No piloted our solution in Batangas. worked for six years at ING Bank’s received three Anak TV Seal child-sensitive and family- 1:30 p.m.; and “AgriCoolture” In the song, the young am- lows a different path, below are workers in Sto. Tomas, Tanauan, professional course on Build- organization can enact sustain- To get expert feedback, we Mergers & Acquisitions team and awards for the shows “Wow,” friendly programming, has con- with Enchong Dee airs every bassadors of Bantay Kalikasan thoughts based on our three- Malvar, Lipa and Calamba. The ing & Property Management able change alone. We sought joined competitions internation- Maybank ATRKE’s Equity Capi- “MathDali” and “AgriCoolture” ferred the Anak TV Seal on local Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. View- discourage the public from year experience of launching an surveys and interviews were at De La Salle-CSB. Over six partners who saw the social ally. For supporting the UN tal Markets team covering trans- during the 2018 Anak TV Seal television programs since 2000. ers may also watch these shows utilizing single-use plastic and impact venture: important because we needed months, I learned community injustice of worker living condi- Sustainable Development Goals, actions in Southeast Asia. He holds Awards awarding ceremony Among the 15 winners that year by subscribing to Knowledge instead choose lunchboxes, Step #1: Understand the to know which amenities/ser- and tenant management, fa- tions. We found landowners to we were awarded at the 2018 a professional diploma in Building held in . were “Sineskwela,” “Epol Apple” Channel’s YouTube page. tumblers and other containers problem. PeoplePods is about vices to prioritize immediately. cilities maintenance, running partner with and showed them Nudge Global Impact Challenge & Property Management from the that can be reused. They also Bantay Kalikasan ambassadors Onyok Pineda, Chunsa Jung, Marco Masa the People—giving them a bet- Step #2: Design a solution. financially-efficient operations, that together we could make (Netherlands) and garnered final College of Saint Benilde. He grad- urge people to plant more trees and Xia Vigor with the Bantay Kalikasan mascot ter life in an environment that We placed the People—the and business processes. a scalable difference. We also top 10 for our green design at the uated from Georgetown Univer- ‘Batang Bibo’: More than just fun and games allows them to live with dignity. worker—at the core of our design. We also built a team, seeking found industry experts who pro- 2018 Liveability Challenge (Sin- sity with undergraduate degrees in PHOTO BY: MARCO AMURAO MARCO BY: PHOTO Our mission is to improve qual- As we learned, we developed a vi- others who have the determina- vided their input on how best to gapore). Feedback significantly Finance and Chinese Studies and FIRST Philippine Industrial Park from an INSEAD MBA where he By Wilma Sumayod (FPIP) believes that the future of New Bantay Kalikasan site Seeds of Hope was recognized as exemplifying the the world depends on how you school’s vision of “Using Business as hone those who will live in it. learns from successful projects a Force for Good.” Palarong Pinoy, branded as By Althea Cahayag and Jun Figueroa “Batang Bibo,” one of FPIP’s Elineo Borja: He never gave up flagship corporate social re- NINETEEN participants and Lulugayan Falls Tour Leyte funded from the dona- Third batch crops like sweet potato and cas- inspired than ever. He endured accident. Since going home sponsibility projects, aims to from Brgy. Literon, Calbiga, Guides’ Association will be tions given to Operation Sagip Borja belonged to the third sava. When they got sick, they the insecurity of short-term to the Philippines would be Ongoings reintroduce traditional Filipino joined the two-day managing the development after typhoon Yolanda—the Sa- batch of the regular training never went to the doctor; they projects with the consolation costly, Borja, with his other able sports and instill traditional Fil- Lakbay Gabay activity of of Brgy. Literon, Bantay Ka- bang Daguitan Surf Camp, the program, metals and engineer- used herbs as medicine and that he needed the experience siblings, instead paid for the ipino values among the youth. ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapami- likasan’s new assisted site, as San Jose Skimboarding Camp ing sector. stayed at home to recuperate. to be able to go abroad. funeral expenses of his father. Held annually, Batang Bibo lya Foundation Inc.-Bantay an ecovillage and ecotourism and the San Jose Organic Farm Before becoming a fully- When Borja finished high By 2013, he thought he was Back in Kananga is one of the most awaited events Kalikasan. site. in Dulag. fledged trainee, he applied to school and was old enough to ready to brave applying to place- Borja worked in Dubai for in FPIP’s host communities par- The participants visited Their first stop was in Ca- Their last stop was the Villa KEITECH twice but failed work, he became a welder helper ment agencies for welding jobs two years before he went back ticipated in by children aged nine and sportsmanship are inculcated Other stakeholders like the Biliran and Leyte to learn from naan Farm in Biliran, the first Conzoilo Farm in Jaro, the first to get in. The first time, he did and pipefitter to the various con- overseas. However, it was also the home. He is staying in the years old and below. Traditional in the children. Sangguniang Barangay, school the best practices of established agritourism project to be ac- organic farm in Leyte run by a not qualify because KEITECH tractors of Energy Development year when super typhoon Yolanda country until his pregnant wife games include sipa, luksong lubid, Hands-On Tanauan, a youth administrations, the PTA, ba- people’s organizations manag- credited by the Department of people’s organization. was prioritizing fresh graduates Corporation (EDC), including hit Leyte. He had to go home af- delivers their second child. To luksong tinik, patintero habulang organization of FPIP, served as rangay health workers and the ing community-based sustain- Tourism in Region 8 and one Jun Figueroa, Bantay Ka- Here is another story of how a Lo- and he had finished high school First Balfour and Meralco Indus- ter his parents’ as well as his and continue earning he tried apply- sako, sundot hipon, kadang-kadang marshals and oversaw the various Sangguniang Kabataan showed able livelihoods in the two of the learning sites of the Ag- likasan’s Operations manager pez company’s CSR has changed several years earlier. The second trial Engineering Services Cor- his wife’s homes were destroyed. ing at the present contractors of and many more. Through this games under the supervision of their support by fielding volun- provinces. ricultural Training Institute. for Yolanda projects, said: “The the life of one of the numerous time, he simply did not know. poration. After a couple of years, He helped finance the rebuilding EDC but he was unable to get activity, values such as teamwork, FPIP community relations of- teers and ensuring peace and Following the trip, Brgy. The group also visited Ban- participants expressed excite- beneficiaries many years after. Determined to enroll in he stopped working to pursue and even helped with the work in. He then decided to work in communication, unity, integrity, ficer Marco Antonio Amurao. order throughout the activity. Literon Women’s Association tay Kalikasan’s assisted sites in ment to start planting upon ELINEO Rusiana Borja was school year 2011-2012, he ap- technical-vocational training in himself. His siblings also did ev- Cebu, which is easily accessible their return. They feel that 25 years old when he graduated proached KEITECH’s then re- Jose Navarro Polytechnic College, erything they could do. by ferry from Kananga. P30,000 salary they neglected the potentials from KEITECH in 2012. KEI- cruitment officer and asked how also in Kananga. He was able to One of Borja’s younger THE library services of Lopez ‘BOOKas Palad’ shares gift of reading to schoolchildren of their areas or farms. They TECH stands for Kananga- he could have a better chance in afford only the first semester so In 2014, Borja finally flew to brothers and a nephew are cur- Museum and Library (LML) have learned so much from EDC Institute of Technology getting selected as a trainee aside he went back to work and started to work as a TIG rently KEITECH trainees. will be temporarily closed start- OVER a thousand public SKY Cable president and some kids might be their very port the reading of the chil- Aside from Bago Bantay, the trip and they are willing to and is accredited by TESDA from passing the series of exami- applying at KEITECH. welder in Samsung Engineer- Borja shared these words ing November 12, 2018 due to school students in key cities COO March Ventosa was first children’s book,” Ventosa dren. donations were also made to share it with other community and the Commission on Higher nations. As KEITECH needed Through grit and determi- ing. He earned a basic monthly of gratitude: “I am very much its transfer to a new location. recently received the gift of joined by Knowledge Chan- said. “Together with the take- public schools in Metro Ma- members.” Education. It is a postsecondary grass cutters, he volunteered to nation, he was able to get in salary of P30,000 plus overtime grateful to you, KEITECH, Library services will resume in reading from the “BOOKas nel Foundation Inc. (KCFI) “Together with the audiovi- home reading materials that nila, Laguna, Baguio, Iloilo and Lakbay Gabay is one of technical-vocational training mow the campus grounds in or- and equip himself with techni- pay that almost equaled his sal- because through you I was able the first quarter of 2019. Palad” program, a SKY em- president Rina Lopez-Bau- sual materials from Knowledge SKY employees have provided, Davao. Bantay Kalikasan’s activities center under the ownership of der to be given first priority. On cal-vocational skills to set him ary. With this he financed the get a job…To all staff, Sir Paul Future visits to the Lo- ployees-led nationwide fund- tista and SKY employees Channel Foundation, the read- our audiovisual tools offer SKYcable continues its com- for people’s organizations in Kananga-EDC Educational enrollment day, he was one of the for the future. continued construction of his Aquino, Dr. Saceda, Sir Ernie More inspired pez Library may be booked raising initiative now on its in a ceremonial turnover of ing materials should be able to students a stronger learning mitment to the Filipino child’s its assisted communities. It is Foundation Inc. registered with new KEITECH trainees. families’ houses in Leyte and the Calumpit, Ma’am Annette who by appointment. Forms and Living on root crops second year. Adarna storybooks and their offer the students a stronger experience, motivating them educational development through an immersion that becomes an SEC in 2009. After graduating with na- education of his younger siblings. accepted me, and especially instructions for library ap- Through the program, video counterparts at Bago learning experience, motivating to study better, enabling them its partnership with KCFI, which avenue for the communities to KEITECH was established Borja was born to farmer tional certificates (Shielded He went home when his contract my trainer Sir Hubert Rodri- pointments will be available SKY was able to raise funds Bantay Elementary School in them to study better. The gift to get closer to their dreams,” gives students across the country share inputs on how they found to address the socioeconomic parents with 10 children (now Metal Arc Welding NC I and ended after two years. guez. Thank you very much to on the LML website in the from its employees who made Quezon City. of SKY to the students will en- Lopez-Bautista said. access to Knowledge Channel’s solutions to different issues that needs of the local community only nine; one deceased). Borja II, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding In 2017, he was able to fly to all of you. I was able to build first quarter of 2019. generous donations and even “It warms our hearts that able them to get closer to their Grade two students excit- curriculum-based multimedia arise in their sites. and create a pool of technically- is the fifth child. There were NC II and Plumbing NC I), he the United Arab Emirates and a house…I became a skilled Please look forward to volunteered to do a storytell- we are able to give these chil- dreams,” he added. edly received the books and education materials with SKY’s The activity was funded by skilled human resource that can months when the family would landed several welding jobs. work in Hyundai Engineering worker. My only advice to all LML’s future projects and ing session in the schools dren the gift of reading as they KCFI donated a portable listened to storytelling sessions technology via SKYcable and the local government unit of be employed for industrial and go without the staple rice and He got married and had a and Construction in Dubai. current trainees: work hard and watch its social media pages where the books were turned now have a book they can media library to Bago Bantay led by SKY employee volun- direct-to-home TV service SKY- Calbiga and the Samar provin- service activities locally and viand. They had no choice but child during this time, so he However, after only a month, take your training seriously be- for updates. over. take home and read, which for Elementary School to sup- teers. direct. cial government. abroad, according to its website. to live on plantains and root became more dedicated and his father died in a vehicular cause it is for your future.” 10 Lopezlink February 2019 Lifelong Wellness Interactive Lopezlink February 2019 11 Looking for an adrenaline boost Sudoku Eats By Jannine Sy What you need to Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para ang bawat nu- Places to try for a fab ‘Galentine’s Day’ breakfast mero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, column at kahon. know about your WHY dread Valentine’s Day or shakshouka. covered: coffee, cocktails and friends. The farm-to-table when you can look forward to Single Origin, Edades breakfast food. The wood- restaurant by Margarita Fores kids’ eyesight “Galentine’s Day”? Upgrade Tower and Garden Villas and-concrete space exudes serves a fun mix of healthy yet By Charizze Henson your usual brunch dates to a full Breakfast served at 7 a.m. coziness and ease and sets the sinfully delicious comfort food. morning affair at the Rockwell Single Origin is a one-stop right mood for a morning out Bond over bowls of exotic fare HAVING healthy eyes is cru- Breakfast Club restaurants and shop for you and your girl- while trying their grilled Jala- like naked Ilonggo chorizo, cial to your children’s learning order dishes that complement friends if you want coffee and peño sausage and toast. Or, if spicy rice Bago River eel, and and development. However, endless chika and laughter with comfort food for breakfast, beer one of your girlfriends is nurs- fried adobong pitaw with but- babies and children may have your friends. with lunch, or wine and cock- ing a post-date hangover, The ter-garlic brown rice. Wildflour Café + Bakery, tails in the afternoon or eve- Morning After will help chase If the weeks leading up to eye problems like significant re- 8 Rockwell fractive errors (nearsightedness, ning. For breakfast, share their any headache (or heartache?) or after Valentine’s Day are farsightedness, astigmatism) Breakfast served at 5 a.m. huge servings of Nutella ba- away. tough, make your own sil- The first purveyor of cronuts nana pancakes, and salted cara- Grace Park, One ver lining by sharing coffee, misaligned eyes (strabismus), Rockwell lazy eye and cataracts. in Manila also serves hearty and mel choco à la mode French cocktails and good food with Unlike adults, children can’t healthy breakfast dishes. Go all toast. Breakfast served at 7 a.m.-11 your besties. Invite them to out with your girlfriends by Refinery, Joya Lofts and a.m. Rockwell Center for a break- tell if they have eye problems. Towers Asian Eye Institute pediat- ordering a mimosa or a Bellini Celebrate Galentine’s Day fast party like no other. Carrie ric ophthalmologist and adult to go with anything from their Breakfast served at 7 a.m. in a rustic/industrial loft con- Bradshaw and friends would WTT jumpstarts strabismus specialist Dr. Nor- steak and eggs, salmon tartine Refinery’s got all the bases ducive to maximum chika with be proud! man Fajardo explains: “I have patients who did not know they Wildflour Cafe + Bakery Refinery have an eye problem until they are seen for other reasons, like  Very Easy 2019 at La Mesa KCFI president Rina Lopez-Bautista sore eyes. That is why parents  Easy Text and photos by Gerbs de Castro and teachers should be sensitive  Medium to or be aware of signs of eye Dr. Norman Fajardo  Hard ALMOST 500 employees of nel Foundation Inc. (KCFI), healthy, was aligned with the Just like last year, aside from problems.” the Lopez Group plus their fam- the event started with KCFI’s Lopez Value of Employee Wel- the usual walk routine, this spe- It is important to screen three years old and before they ily members and friends started Niña de Sagun delivering the fare and Wellness, the featured cific event once again introduced children to detect eye problems start going to school. 2019 right by joining the Lopez invocation and SKY’s Gerry value for the WTT event. a biking feature. Two trails were early on. “If they do not have eye HR Council-Lopez Lifelong Tabios leading the recitation of Before trekking the six-ki- created to cater to two groups Answer to “If you notice children re- problems, we recommend to DEC. 2018-JAN. 2019 puzzle Wellness Walk the Talk (WTT) the Lopez Credo and Values. lometer forested trail, the par- of participants—a six-kilometer ceive lower grades than usual, get their eyes checked every at La Mesa Nature Reserve, SKY’s Dimpy Jazmines served ticipants took part in very lively trail for the walkers and more frequently rub their eyes, use a two years; but if they do, every Solution, tips and computer program Quezon City on January 26. as the morning’s emcee. adrenaline-pumping exercises than 10 kilometers for the bikers. finger to keep track of what they year or as recommended,” Faja- Registration started at KCFI president and ex- courtesy of Gold’s Gym to pre- As a continuous improve- available at are reading, tilt their head to the rdo says. “This ensures children www.sudoku.com around 6 a.m. As the partici- ecutive director Rina Lopez- pare them for the long walk. ment of this wellness undertak- side or close one eye when look- have healthy vision to perform pants arrived, they were given Bautista took the stand to This was followed by a safety ing, host company-related give- ing at an object, reverse or omit better in school, sports or what- bananas and taho. deliver the welcome remarks. briefing courtesy of Energy aways were raffled off which words when reading or writing, ever activity they engage in.” FPH UNVEILS... Sponsored by ABS-CBN, Lopez-Bautista’s talk, which Development Corporation’s generated more smiles from the then it is high time to schedule Asian Eye has pediatric spe- from page 5 SKY and Knowledge Chan- was focused on keeping oneself August Villalon. participants. them for a comprehensive eye cialists in Rockwell Center, future and to shine as a guid- president Elpidio Ibañez. exam,” Fajardo notes. TriNoma, SM Mall of Asia, ing light on the path that we Rockwell was also “born” in If the child was born pre- Commercenter Alabang and have consistently chosen to- the building, he said. mature, or with a low birth Santolan Town Plaza. For in- day,” he said. Past and future weight, has a family history of quiries and appointments, call “With this new structure The six-story Benpres Single Origin Grace Park eye problems or has develop- 898-2020 or visit www.asian- on the rise, we will continue Building will be demolished mental issues, it is also advisable eyeinstitute.com or www.face- blazing the trails with our to give way to a modern, to get his eyes checked even if book.com/asianeyeinstitute. businesses to constantly uplift 40-story tower designed to he shows no signs of eye prob- the lives of Filipinos through become one of the country’s lems. our distinct Lopez values,” most energy-efficient estab- Comprehensive eye exams are Sports & Wellness FRL added. lishments, said FPH assistant done to evaluate the overall eye calendar Historical landmark vice president Alberto Cailao. health of children, which allows Benpres is not just a build- Aside from being energy FEBRUARY the pediatric eye specialist and ing but a historical landmark, efficient, the new building the parents to spot and treat or 17: FedRun, 3K/5K/10K said veteran journalist and will also be equipped with KCFI’s Niña de Sagun SKY’s Gerry Tabios Event host Dimpy Jazmines (2nd from right) and Team SKY manage any eye problems early. (SM Mall of Asia, former “The Manila Chroni- technology that can harvest Contrary to what most peo- ), 5am. Fee: P550- cle” editor Vergel Santos. and recycle rainwater, Cailao ple think, children don’t need to P800. Register at reg. Santos said he even wit- said. know how to read before get- goorahna.com nessed anti-martial law groups The design was conceptu- ting their eyes checked. Asian 24: My Little Pony seek refuge at the basement of alized by a New York-based Eye pediatric eye specialists Friendship Run Benpres during the Marcos firm that drew inspiration use specific tests to detect eye , 1K/3K/ 5K (SM Mall of Asia, regime. from the old establishment. problems even in very young Former ABS-CBN chair- But despite the grand plan children. Pasay), 5:30am. Fee: P700-P900. Register at man emeritus Eugenio Lo- to build a modern and sustain- “We can ask them to iden- pez Jr. made a “stopover” at able building, former tenants tify pictures or shapes, shine a mlprun.ph 24: Colors & Bubbles the building “halfway in their of Benpres hope the book will Say it with dinner on Valentine’s Day! light to see how the pupil reacts escape” after being held as a serve as a reminder of the rich Fun Run, 3K/5K/10K or see the reflection of light in prisoner during martial law, history of its predecessor. THIS Valentine’s Day, Eugenio brate the day of hearts with one with live music provided by an and saxophonist. Female guests their retina or the back part of (Alabang Town Center), he said. As the new edifice rises, Lopez (EL) Center is the place another. acoustic band. will also receive a long-stem the eye, or put drops in their 4:30am. Fee: P500-P800. Benpres witnessed not just Ibañez reminded the public to to be for friends, lovers and all For only P899 per person, For couples, EL Center offers rose and heart-shaped cake. eyes,” explains Fajardo. Log on to facebook.com/ the EDSA Revolution but remember the “fortress where other kinds of folks. bond over the Valentine’s Day a sit-down dinner at Oscar’s for Say it with dinner at EL WTT is for bikers too Happy to start the year on a healthful note La Mesa gets a thumbs-up It is important to check chil- events/240454293545341/ also the struggles and tri- many battles were fought.” Believing that Valentine’s buffet dinner at the dining hall P1,999 per person. The two- Center on Valentine’s Day! Call dren’s vision at six months, at umphs of Lopez companies (Excerpted from news.abs-cbn. Day is not just for lovers, the of EL Center. Guests can look somes will enjoy a sumptuous 660-8451 or 0917-5156225 or including FPH, said former com) center offers a treat for families forward to a special spread fea- six-course meal and wine while visit www.elcenter.com.ph for Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline and groups that want to cele- turing a wide variety of dishes, being serenaded by a violinist reservations. 12 Lopezlink February 2019

Collated by Karina Tropicales What’sfrom ABS-CBN Publishing new this February Women behind LANAI cover the ‘Metro Society’ Arts and Culture Issue On the cover of the “Metro Society” Arts and Culture Issue are the women behind LANAI— Natalia Zobel, Bianca Zobel and Maria a handy manual to indicate one’s wishes regarding the funeral, posting the Parsons. Photographed by Mark Nicdao, dressed by Rex Atienza in announcement, proceeding with the burial or cremation, and many more. LV and in some up-and-coming designers, and written by Leah Puyat, “Book of Bilins” is available in National Book Store and Powerbooks this is a cover feature not to be missed. Meet the new kind of art, event branches and via the @abscbnbooks Facebook page for P225. styling, and the creative geniuses behind the town’s unforgettable cel- Nadia’s budget-friendly recipes ebrations as they take “Metro Society” through their signature styles. Nadia Montenegro collates her heirloom recipes and other favorites in Afterwards, get first dibs on the signature black pepper crabs at Minis- “Have I Cooked for You?” Nadia, who is also into professional cooking try of Crab in Shangri-La at the Fort and sip some cognac from Louis and catering services, includes among her family favorites potchero, a fa- XIII by Remy Martin. Wine and dine with Joanna Preysler and Raul vorite of actor Carlo Aquino, and beef steak à la Nadia which Robin Pa- Francisco at Provenance as the gallery owners host a fabulous dinner dilla swears by. The cookbook also features her favorite repertoire for big for “Metro Society” and some of their favorite artists, captured by Tar- groups. Discover Nadia’s cooking in ABS-CBN Books’ “Have I Cooked zeer Pictures and Jar Concengco. In “Polished and Pampered,” tour the global headquarters of Benefit Cosmetics in San Francisco and have a for You?” available in leading bookstores for P250. beauty talk with Beautiqa’s Marv Nazareno-Miranda as she tours us Get the newest issues of your favorite magazines at leading bookstores and through Vizcarra Pharmaceuticals’ flagship store in Shangri-La Plaza. magazine stands nationwide. To download, users on Android devices must (Justin Alexandra Convento) download the Zinio app from the Android Market. The app is also available through the iPad App Store. PC and Mac users can access Zinio at zinio.com. Preparing for the inevitable You may also subscribe to your favorite ABS-CBN Publishing magazines or Live life without worrying about the inevitable with the help of Jubilee purchase current and back issues by logging on to http://store.abs-cbn.com/cat- Sangalang’s “Book of Bilins: Your Ultimate Guide to Libing Well.” It is egories/Magazines/Current-Issues/.

THE ABS-CBN STORE FINDS THE ROCKWELLIST GUIDE By Jannine Sy A procrastinator’s guide to Valentine’s Day shopping RUN out of Valentine’s Day gift ideas? Flowers too cliché for your The Paris-based fragrance house picked the most sublime roses liking? Or, let’s be real, you almost forgot that Valentine’s Day is from the French Riviera and Persia and bottled them up as stylish coming up. Don’t panic—it’s not too late to pick up a gift! scents. We couldn’t have asked for a better floral arrangement! Or, if you’re reading this after February 14, they make pretty Make new memories great makeup gifts, too. Give a (unique) bouquet Scents trigger vivid memories. Why not use this scientific knowledge to associate a bottle of Jo Malone with fond memories While nothing beats receiving fresh roses, Diptyque has blessed of Valentine’s Day 2019? Just don’t forget to plan something fun or our olfactory systems with the next best thing: a rose collection. romantic to go with the scent. This combo is a surefire way to leave an indelible mark on your valentine. Eau Rose Solid Perfume, Write love notes Eau Rose Hand and Body Lotion, Damascena Candle Writing letters is a lost art. Bring it back to life this Valentine’s Day Warm up to pullovers and Eau Rose Hair Mist and stash handwritten love notes in, say, a red bag from Kate Spade available at Diptyque, R1 Level New York. You’ll be giving more than just a bag—think of it as a ro- Stay warm this February in pullover sweaters from The ABS- mantic gesture, an elaborate envelope for love notes and other sweet CBN Store! They are available for P995 each at The ABS- nothings. Or a lot of sweet somethings. (Yes, we mean chocolate.) CBN Store, G/F ELJ Building and at ABS-CBN Studio Ex- Any of these gifts say “I love you,” but only you can add a per- perience at the fourth level of TriNoma Mall. (Pia de Leon) sonal touch to make it unique and thoughtful. Still looking for traditional fare like flowers, balloons and Editorial Advisory Board Mike Lopez / Boo Chanco sweets? Check out the gift and flower fair at Truly, Madly, Deeply: Executive Editor Carla Paras-Sison A Power Plant Mall Valentine’s Day Celebration until February 14, 2019. Contributing Editors Yiessa Borbon (Lopez Holdings) Hazel Velasco (FPH) Estela de la Paz (First Gen) Arlene Torres (SKYcable) Kane Choa (ABS-CBN) Vienn Tionglico (Rockwell) Karina Tropicales (ABS-CBN Publishing) Dulce Baybay (LGFI) Dimpy Jazmines (SKYcable) Jei-Jei Gertes (Third Gen Holdings) Gerbs de Castro (EDC) Frances Ariola (EDC) Circulation Kelly de la Paz Editorial and Layout Mousetrap Publishing LopezLink is published by Lopez Holdings Corp. PR Group 16/F North Tower, Rockwell Business Center - Sheridan Sheridan St. corner United St. Mandaluyong City Tel. 878-0000 ext. 2463 Available online at www.Lopezlink.ph Jo Malone, R1 Level Kate Spade New York, R1 Level