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JULY 2018 www.lopezlink.ph

Which team smashed its way to the Lopez Group badminton crown? Find out on page 10. http://www.facebook.com/lopezlinkonline www.twitter.com/lopezlinkph ‘Wow at saya’ to the Filipino family as unveils more innovations TWENTY-EIGHT years after hooking up to cable TV, is still changing the game and churning out innovation after innovation. Turn to page 6

Dorms for The art of being Rockwell FPIP factory Bella Lichauco developments workers…page 2 …page 9 …page 12  Lopezlink July 2018 Biz News Lopezlink July 2018  Special Feature ABS-CBN wins Int’l Gold Quill Mission to improve the lives of factory workers at FPIP PeoplePods communities: Dignified, affordable dorm communities Award for outstanding TV By Dan Lopez Layug studio audience experience MANY factory workers at skills, and health and wellness, two years. We studied the 1,500 beds in the next ABS-CBN won a Gold Quill only award-winning entry from network’s live shows like “It’s First Philippine Industrial Park etc. We generate clean renewable pain points and needs of fac- few years award of excellence at the In- a Philippine TV network. Showtime” and “ASAP” a cheer- (FPIP) have moved from other energy with rooftop solar during tory workers in FPIP. And we Our Phase 1 dorm (200 beds) ternational Association of “As we are thankful for the ful and unforgettable experience provinces to Batangas for safe the day. The green design mini- placed them—the people—at is scheduled to complete con- Business Communicators award, ABS-CBN also con- throughout the duration of their employment. Because of the mizes environmental footprint the core of our service. struction in September 2018. (IABC) Gold Quill Awards in siders this recognition as a re- visit in ABS-CBN. housing shortage in the area, and reduces electricity costs to To even better serve our Phase 2 (200 beds) will be com- Montreal, Canada for its “Wow minder to constantly enhance Since its inception, the “Wow these migrant workers live in 60% of the national average. communities, I obtained a at Saya” audience experience the experience of our Kapami- at Saya” campaign has continu- Our vision pleted in 2Q 2019. Both phases risky mixed-gender dwellings professional diploma in build- will be exclusively for female program. lyas that echoes our mission to ously delivered on its prom- and spend hours commuting, My Lolo Oscar [Lopez ing and property management workers. We are currently work- “Wow at Saya” was recog- be in the service of the Fili- ise, earning consistent positive ABS-CBN digital content publishing head Richard Reynante, president and CEO Carlo L. Katigbak, chairman Mark sometimes walking home late Group chairman emeritus Os- from De La Salle-College of ing to bring capacity to 1,500 nized in the Communication pino,” said Kane Errol Choa, feedback from ABS-CBN visi- Lopez, COO of broadcast Cory Vidanes and news and current affairs head Ging Reyes receive YouTube’s Diamond at night. Majority at FPIP are car M. Lopez] saw FPIP as a Saint Benilde. The new tech- beds in the next few years. Management division under head of ABS-CBN Integrated tors. Creator Award from country lead for YouTube content partnerships in the Pablo Mendoza (3rd from left). young women in their early means to improve lives by giv- niques I learned complement PeoplePods allows me to the Customer Relations cat- Corporate Communications. In 2017, it also won in the 20s. They pay high rent, utilities ing jobs to thousands; my Tito the experience of our team, live with purpose, continuously egory as one of the exceptional Launched in 2016, “Wow at customer relations category at and transportation because of Piki [First Philippine Holdings which includes a dormitory learn and express my personal works in strategic communica- Saya” aims to provide TV stu- the Philippine Quill Awards. energy-inefficient construction Corporation chairman Federico owner originally from Batan- tion worldwide. It is also the dio audience members of the The Gold Quill Awards gives ABS-CBN’s YouTube and family values. This is the and the housing shortage in the . Lopez] continues to carry on gas with 30 years of experience mission I have chosen post- global recognition to excellent area. But they still manage to his work to empower the Fili- heading property management MBA and one that I truly hope business communication pro- Promos & offers remit money back home to sup- pino people. of condominiums. will help improve the lives of grams and it is one of the most channel first to reach port their parents and siblings. I hope to support their vision Recognizing our focus on prestigious awards programs in Our mission factory workers at FPIP. by providing safe, clean and af- the well-being of workers, DBS We are currently seeking ten- the industry as entries are as- PeoplePods goes beyond just fordable housing. Bank Foundation (Singapore) ants for PeoplePods. sessed against IABC’s standard 10M subscribers in PH being a dormitory. It’s about Contributing to something listed PeoplePods in the top Dan Lopez Layug, CFA, gradu- of excellence. By Kane Choa the people—giving them a greater than myself has given social enterprises to watch for ated from an MBA at INSEAD in better life in an environment me the determination to move in Asia in 2018. Our team also December 2017. During his com- ABS-CBN’S entertainment lows us to reach our Kapami- YouTube channel with over 15 that allows them to live with purposefully forward. In our won first place and the Social mencement, he was the only student First Gen channel on YouTube recently lya and give them access to the billion views. dignity. Our social enterprise lean team, I handle both chart- Impact Award at the 35th IN- cited by INSEAD dean Ilian Mihov surpassed 10 million subscribers, content that they want. This feat “ABS-CBN has long recog- provides professionally-man- ing our strategic direction and SEAD Venture Competition as exemplifying the school’s vision of becoming the first ever channel also reassures us that we are on nized the shifting landscape of aged dormitory communities operations on the ground, (France), Leader in Sustain- “Using Business as a Force for Good.” to pay to do so in the country. the right course in setting the digital media as well as the view- that are safer, cleaner and have such as personally applying for ability at the 2017 Nudge Im- Prior to MBA, Layug worked for Pacquiao-Matthysse clash on The channel is also one of only company’s digital transforma- ing behavior of the Filipino. With more amenities at a more af- Dan Lopez Layug and his wife Anacelle Layug during the groundbreaking utilities, purchasing supplies pact Challenge (Netherlands) six years at ING Bank’s M&A team SKY PPV out cash three channels in Southeast Asia tion and we are more inspired YouTube as our partner we have fordable price than other op- ceremony for PeoplePods in Batangas at hardware shops in Batangas and first place at the 2017 Kel- and Maybank ATRKE’s Equity “Fight of Champions: Pacquiao vs Matthysse” is set to air live to have reached the milestone on than ever to produce content kept up with the evolving needs tions in the area. and managing our contractors logg Real Estate Competition Capital Markets team. He earned via SKY Sports PPV for only P949 on July 15. This is available dividends, the video-sharing platform after that serves different audiences of our audience, especially of the Our communities are in sive to employees of locators in Dorms have cooking and on-site. (USA). his undergraduate degree in finance to SKYcable, One SKY and SKYdirect subscribers nationwide. Thai TV network Workpoint with different needs and - pas elusive millennial market. And peaceful neighborhoods with FPIP. We have licensed guards laundry areas and a sari-sari The people are at the The greatest benefit of win- Call 418-0000 or visit www.mysky.com/pacman to subscribe. and Thai entertainment com- sions,” said Elaine Uy-Casipit, conversely, we as content produc- core of our service and Chinese studies at Georgetown redeem access to affordable meals, clin- 24/7 and CCTVs. A building store. Rooms have unlimited ning these competitions was University in 2010. Layug holds a pany GMM Grammy. OIC-head of ABS-CBN’s dig- ers gather as much insights for us ics, banks and public trans- administrator maintains - Wi-Fi and shared areas show PeoplePods is a dream my the external validation of judg- diploma in building and property SKYdirect’s ‘Todo Saya’ delights FGENF To recognize this milestone, ital media division. to create and calibrate our multi- portation. Each community is dards of hygiene, health and ’s content wife Anacelle and I have been es pledging their own capital to management from De La Salle- prepaid subscribers ​​ ABS-CBN has been awarded Its leadership on YouTube media offerings, and optimize as gender-segregated and exclu- safety policies. on financial literacy, vocational working towards for the past fund our mission. College of Saint Benilde. SKYdirect prepaid subscribers can enjoy their favorite shows on ON June 14, the board of di- the Diamond Creator Award. It boosts ABS-CBN’s transition well the potential of YouTube’s ABS-CBN HD, ABS-CBN Sports + Action, CineMo, YeY and rectors of First Gen Corpora- is given by YouTube to channels into being an agile digital com- dynamic video platform,” said Knowledge Channel, among others, for until August 31 with tion approved the declaration that pass 10 million subscribers. pany with the biggest online ABS-CBN digital content pub- Comptrollers’ Circle joins PICPA int’l confab in Australia the “Todo Saya” promo. Without any load requirement, new pre- of cash dividends of P4.00 per “Ten million is not just a presence among media compa- lishing head Richard Reynante. paid subscribers get free access to eight local channels for the share on all outstanding Series number to us, it is a testament nies and a growing list of digital As of June 26, the ABS- “G’DAY, mate and howdy!” tional president, Maria Asun- their personal experiences in After the conference, the family’s enjoyment. When they load for the first time, they get a F preferred shares (FGENF) to the fact that our content properties. CBN Entertainment channel was the greeting of the Lopez cion Golez, and the keynote adjusting to a new and highly closing ceremonies and fellow- 15-day free trial of Plan 450, which has over 40 channels. Mean- and P3.8904 per share on transcends platforms, and our ABS-CBN Entertainment on YouTube has 10.4 million Group Comptrollers’ Circle speaker was Ambassador Min- dynamic environment and ship was held at the Sydney while, current prepaid subscribers can watch more premium and 112,740,140 outstanding Se- partnership with YouTube al- is also the most viewed local subscribers. delegates to the participants da Calaguian-Cruz. keeping up with globalization. Showboat Harbour Cruise. exclusive channels when they actively load. Text SKY to 23668 to ries G preferred shares. of the Philippine Institute During the conference, The panelists were Jay Francis Aside from Cerrado and subscribe or visit mysky.com.ph/todosaya for more details. Also approved was the of Certified Public Accoun- various technical sessions were Santos, country manager of Gertes, the Comptrollers’ Cir- declaration of cash dividends tants (PICPA) presented by executives of -ABS- cle executive core team also on 13,750,000 outstanding ABS-CBN stays on top with Region’s (MMR) 15th Inter- CPA Australia and officers of CBN Australia; Mike Pimen- includes Jingle Hernandez ‘Unli’ fiber broadband under Series G preferred shares national Conference held in top accounting firms in Aus- tel, CFO of Smart CFO Pty. of Lopez Inc., Lanie Caimol P1,000? Get it from SKY! issued to First Philippine 45% average audience share Sydney, Australia recently. tralia, including Pricewater- Ltd.; and Prof. Maria Balatbat, of Lopez Holdings Corpora- Unlimited and fast internet can now become a reality for more Holdings Corporation by It was indeed a great year houseCoopers, Ernst & Young, senior lecturer at University tion and Mina Ubaña of First L-R: Jei-Jei Gertes, PICPA MMR 15th International Conference committee Filipino families as SKY unveils its One SKY Fiber 5Mbps plan, way of private placement at MORE Filipinos turned to with 54% compared to GMA’s “” for the Comptrollers’ Circle as KPMG and Grant Thornton. of New South Wales Business Philippine Holdings Corpo- chair; Jingle Hernandez; Aldrin Cerrado, PICPA Metro Manila Regional the lowest-priced fiber broadband today. “Every family should P0.38904 per share. ABS-CBN for news and infor- 24% and in Total Mindanao (25.6%), “” Council chair; Lanie Caimol; and Marvi Marcelino two of its executive core team Topics covered were the School. ration. have the chance to enjoy a reliable fiber-powered broadband The cash dividends have a mation and values-laden sto- with 53%, while GMA got only (24.9%), “It’s Showtime” (Sat- members were elected as of- practice of accountancy in connection at an affordable cost. No family deserves to be left record date of June 29, 2018 ries as the TV network hit an 26%. urday) (22.6%) and “Rated K” average audience share of 45% Kantar Media uses a nation- (21.2%). ficers of PICPA, the national Australia, the role of CPAs The delegates from various behind in the digital age where internet is more beneficial than and a payment date of July professional accountancy body. in the world of artificial in- companies and organizations ever,” Alan Supnet, head of Broadband & Converged Products, 25, 2018. versus GMA’s 32% in June, ac- wide panel size of 2,610 urban ABS-CBN led across all time Aldrin Cerrado, chief finan- telligence and robotic process said. Supnet said families can surf the internet 24/7 and don’t First Gen will also redeem cording to data from multina- and rural homes that represent blocks, particularly the prime cial officer (CFO) of ABS- automation, doing business in have to worry about surcharges as the plan offers unlimited us- all outstanding FGENF on tional audience measurement 100% of the total Philippine time block, as it garnered an CBN, is the chairman of the Australia, talent management age. “They can do more activities online without the fear of go- the same day (July 25, 2018) in provider Kantar Media. TV viewing population. average audience share of 48%, PICPA Metro Manila Re- and techniques, the applica- ing beyond the prescribed data allowance,” he added. One SKY accordance with the terms and The Kapamilya network won “FPJ’s ” a 15-point lead against GMA’s gional Council, while Jei-Jei tions and uses of data analyt- Fiber’s 5Mbps is currently the lowest-priced fiber-broadband conditions of their issuance. in both rural and urban homes, (42.6%) held the top spot for 33%. It ruled the morning block Gertes, CFO of Third Genera- ics, latest trends and issues on postpaid plan on the market that offers free streaming access to The company will pay in cash particularly in Metro Manila, the whole month of June, fol- with an average audience share tion Holdings, is the chairman cybersecurity, and integrated SKYcable content anytime, anywhere via . It and in same-day funds the ap- with an average audience share lowed by “Your Face Sounds of 39% versus GMA’s 29%, of the 15th International Con- reporting’s implications and is one of the offerings under their One SKY Streaming Plans. plicable redemption value of of 43% compared to GMA’s Familiar Kids” (33.6%). the noontime block with 47% ference committee. Both offi- opportunities for accountants. Visit mysky.com.ph/onesky. P100.00 per share to FGENF 29%. ABS-CBN likewise led Also part of the top 10 are compared to GMA’s 31% and cers were also PICPA national One of the highlights of the holders as of said date. in Total Luzon with 41% versus “Bagani” (32.7%), “TV Patrol” the afternoon block with 44%, awardees. conference was the round table GMA’s 36%, in Total Visayas (29.9%), “MMK” (27.9%), beating GMA’s 36%. (K. Choa) The conference was opened discussion where three Filipino by the incoming PICPA na- CPAs based in Sydney shared Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline  Lopezlink July 2018 Councils Lopezlink July 2018  couch potato treats names its top 15 hit makers Biz Excellence HIMIG Handog, the worldwide from the compe- and for Bobbie search for the best OPM love song, tition have also been given their Mabilog’s “Mahal Kita Pero.” Pinoys’ good qualities hailed invites aspiring Filipino songwrit- breaks, such as 2001 grand winner Other hit makers are Michael ers to send their entries and get the Jonathan Manalo (“Tara Tena”) Pangilinan for Joven Tan’s “Pare in ‘One Love, One Pinas’ chance to be 2018’s finalists who who has become a multi-awarded Mahal Mo Raw Ako,” Ylona Gar- By Kane Choa will vie for the Best Song recogni- composer, producer and now heads cia and for Jack Rufo tion. ’s audio content. and Yani Rabe’s “O Pag-ibig,” ABS-CBN pays tribute to The ABS-CBN and Star Mu- New artists who interpreted the Morissette for Kiko Salazar’s “Akin the good qualities of Filipinos sic project highlights “Love Songs songs of Himig Handog have also Ka Na Lang” and Bugoy Drilon through the “One Love, One and Love Stories” as the theme of made their own mark on the music for Jeff Cifra’s “Pwede Bang Ako Pinas” campaign launched on ‘Hwayugi’ out to capture the competition, which ran from scene. Aside from Moira, included Na Lang Ulit.” Lopez Group backs Manggahan Festival’s silver anniversary Lopez June 12 as the nation celebrat- 2000 to 2003 and was revived in in Himig Handog’s Top 15 Hall of Seasoned artists who gave out- Group Foundation Inc., with ABS-CBN Regional, sponsored the Kapamilya Karavan during the 25th Guimaras ed its 120th year of indepen- hearts on ABS-CBN 2013. Fame since 2013 are KZ Tandin- standing interpretations are also Manggahan Festival, themed “Bugana: Celebrating the Silver Glory of Manggahan Festival.” Photo shows Jei-Jei dence. ABS-CBN brings to Filipino viewers the biggest Out of almost 7,000 submitted gan for Edwin Marollano’s “Mahal part of the Hall of Fame: Jona for Rosario’s “Ambon” and Ice Seguer- Gertes (leftmost) and Cay Marbella (rightmost) of the Lopez Group with director Joyce Bernal, “Since I Found You” action-fantasy hit in Korea this 2018, “Hwayugi: The Kapamilya network entries last year, Libertine Am- Ko O Mahal Ako” and Domingo Dante Bantatua’s “Maghihintay ra for “Ano’ng Nangyari Sa Ating stars and Arci Muñoz, and Mikki Gonzales of ABS-CBN Regional. unveiled its on-air and digital A Korean Odyssey,” starring Lee Seung Gi and istoso’s “Titibo-Tibo” earned the Rosco Jr.’s “Scared to Death”; Dan- Ako,” for Jumbo de Dalawa,” also by Joven Tan. Oh Seon-Yo. A modern Korean take on the campaign during its annual Himig Handog 2017 Best Song. iel Padilla for Jungee Marcelo’s Leon’s “Kahit Na,” Interested songwriters may sub- flag-raising ceremony with a Chinese literature classic “Journey to the West,” It also became a huge hit, helping “” and MJ for Ato Arman’s “Sana’y Magba- mit their entries at himighandog. “Hwayugi” pits Lee Seung Gi’s Son Oh-gong MAGBU celebrates workplace safety day special video showing people catapult Moira dela Torre to fame. Magno’s “Simpleng Tulad Mo”; lik,” for Nica del abs-cbn.com until July 31. from around the Philippines with the love of his life, Yumi, played by Seon-Yo. ENERGY Development Cor- on the magnitude of the problem who spread love and positiv- Seung Gi enjoys a huge following in the country, poration-Mount Apo Geother- and how the creation and promo- ity in their own ways. These being the leading man of two of the biggest Kore- mal Business Unit (MAGBU) tion of a safety and health culture include entrepreneur Kim an dramas ABS-CBN has aired, “My Girlfriend recently observed World Day for can help reduce the number of Juliana crowned ‘Miss Q and A’ 2018 Obiso of , who brings joy is a Gumiho” and “The Love Story of Kang Chi.” Safety and Health at Work. work-related deaths and injuries. to passengers with a “videoke” “Hwayugi: A Korean Odyssey” airs after “Since I ALMOST a year after she stepped named first runner-up, and Lars Juliana, the competition’s first World Day for Safety and The MAGBU Health, Safety machine on board his jeepney; Found You” on ABS-CBN. on the “It’s Showtime” stage for Pacheco who was hailed as the sec- hall of famer, was considered Health at Work is commemo- and Environment team orga- a fisherman from Miag-ao, Ra- the first time, Juliana Parizcova ond runner-up. one of the early favorites whose rated on April 28 every year. nized various activities with cor- mon Montalbo, who supports Segovia was named “Miss Q and As the grand winner, Juliana won “Beklamation” answers often pro- According to the International responding rewards for exempla- A new job for ‘Mich’ his family; Silay farmer Boni- Catch “Araw A” 2018 in the competition’s grand a retoke package worth P500,000, vided insight and wisdom. Training Centre of the Interna- ry employees who met the goals. facio Villarena, who refuses Gabi” star Bar- finals held at Resorts World Ma- an all-expense paid trip for two “Miss Q and A” was launched tional Labour Organization, the Plus, they prepared a unique way ABS-CBN chairman Mark Lopez to let difficult circumstances bie Imperial on nila. to Thailand, a business franchise in July 2017 on “It’s Showtime” to main objective of the campaign to fuel up the employees’ hungry break his spirit; and Jimmy the Philippine cultural heritage “Mellow ” The Pasay City beauty queen worth P900,000, the “Miss Q and showcase the wit of gay men and is to focus international attention tummies through a mouthwater- “We want to be able to help Conil, a Palau’an tribe mem- through ABS-CBN Regional, on July 8 to 14, beat out fellow hall of famer Mat- A” crown and trophy, and P1 mil- transgender women in answering ing boodle feast. shed light on the Filipino values ber who found his calling as an which celebrates its 30th an- “Pinoy MYX” on rica Matmat Centino who was lion. different types of questions. Employers are that truly make our country rich educator in the remote areas of niversary this year with 33 sta- July 15 to 21 and responsible for through our news and enter- Palawan. tions around the country. “My MYX” on ensuring that the tainment programs,” said Lo- According to ABS-CBN Netizens may take part in July 22 to 28 as work environment pez. “Through our talent reality On July 13 chairman Mark Lopez, “One the “One Love, One Pinas” MYX’s celebrity is safe and healthy. shows and sports programs, we Love, One Pinas” hopes to campaign by posting stories, VJ for July. Mean- ‘Hugot’ fest as Aegis celebrates anniversary at Araneta Workers, mean- also hope to help develop the inspire Filipinos to celebrate photos or videos that highlight while, while, are respon- talents and fighting spirit of what truly makes the Philip- Filipino values, culture, scenery is the ringleader AEGIS celebrates its 20th year in Kiefer Sanchez, Jett Pangan, Jericho sible for working Filipinos everywhere.” pines beautiful, which are its and food on social media using of jaw-dropping the music business with a major con- Rosales, , safely, protecting The ABS-CBN chairman people and the values they pos- the hashtag #OneLoveOnePi- performances as the “MYX Headliner,” and rising cert dubbed “Aegis: Doble Dekada, and Vice Ganda rocking the stage themselves, not also underscored the network’s sess. nas. artist Tala shines under “MYX Spotlight.” Kaye Ang Soundtrack ng Buhay Mo” at with the iconic band. Frank Lloyd endangering oth- continuing goal of spreading Reyes and Samm Alvero are also set to light up the Araneta Coliseum on July 13. Mamaril is set to direct the show. ers, and taking your favorite shows as the newest members of the The band, composed of vocalists Aegis is also known for its sellout due preventive MYX Squad. MYX is on SKYcable Ch. 23 and Juliet Sunot, Mercy Sunot-Borjal and outstanding concerts. In 2017, measures. SKYdirect Ch. 37. and Kris Sunot, keyboardist Stella the band won the Best Major Con- KidZania receives 2nd certificate Maries Galindo-Pabico, drummer cert award at the 30th Aliw Awards Vilma Goloviogo, bassist Rowena for “Aegis na Aegis: A Story of Us.” of excellence from TripAdvisor Alyssa, Ricci return to Pinpin-Adriano and guitarist Rey Tickets to “Aegis: Doble Dekada, ‘Upfront’ for NCAA Abenoja, is set to perform its long Ang Soundtrack ng Buhay Mo” are KIDZANIA Manila, together more children get to explore got recognized as a Hall of list of hits that have become kara- priced at P5,830 (VVIP), P4,240 with 14 other KidZania me- real-life role play activities for Famer, a special category given Season 94 oke and “videoke” favorites includ- (VIP), P3,180 (patron A), P2,650 Alyssa Valdez and tropolises around the world, their learning and enjoyment. to businesses that have received ing “Halik,” “Basang-basa sa Ulan” (patron B), P1,275 (Box), P850 Ricci Rivero turn recently received the 2018 Cer- Aside from the Manila hub, a Certificate of Excellence for and “Luha.” (upper box) and P320 (general ad- the spotlight on the tificate of Excellence from Tri- KidZania in Bangkok, Cairo, five consecutive years. The ABS-CBN Events produc- mission). For inquiries, call ABS- student-athletes pAdvisor. Cuicuilco, Delhi, Dubai, Jakar- Since 2011, TripAdvisor’s tion will feature Regine Velasquez- CBN Events at 413-1222 or 0915- of the National The honor acknowledges ta, Koshien, Lisbon, Monterrey, Certificate of Excellence hon- Alcasid, the TNT Boys’ Francis 0369464 or TicketNet at 911-5555. Collegiate Ath- the play city’s consistent great Moscow, Mumbai, Santiago, ors hospitality businesses, Concepcion, Mackie Empuerto and (K. Choa) letic Association service in the leisure industry São Paulo and Tokyo also re- world-class attractions, restau- as segment hosts based on reviews given by users ceived the excellence recogni- rants and vacation rentals that of “Upfront” on of TripAdvisor, the world’s larg- tion from the travel reviews constantly deliver great service ABS-CBN S+A. Adober Studios signs Cebu-born K-pop star est travel site. website. KidZania Dubai also across the globe. The power duo This is the second consecu- gives Kapamilya FILIPINO K-pop idol Kriesha and other content creators such as released two singles, “Trouble” and tive year KidZania Manila re- sports fans an Chu recently signed a contract with Rappll, Jonald Helito and Maimai “I Wish It Were You.” Her first ‘Seven Sundays’ wins Asia-Pacific Tambuli Cinema for Good plum ceived the accolade as it has inside look at the Adober Studios, the biggest multi- Lampos. mini-album, “Dream of Paradise,” ’s “Seven Sundays” was recognized for depicting the Filipino family values of understanding, consistently achieved great re- lives and lifestyles channel network in the country that Kriesha was introduced to Kore- was released in January this year. forgiving, respect, unity and love at the Asia-Pacific (APAC) Tambuli Awards. The movie was a collaboration views from visitors. of their favorite manages a total of 900 channels and an viewers when she joined the re- Kriesha, who was born in Cebu, between the film production arm of ABS-CBN and Rebisco to inspire and strengthen Filipino families around the KidZania Manila opened players with “Up- averages one billion views a month. ality TV competition “K-pop Star” also signed a contract with Star world. Accepting the Cinema for Good special award were “Seven Sundays” screenwriter Kiko Abrillo, Rebisco SVP in August 2015 and has, since for Marketing Rey delos Reyes, ABS-CBN Film Productions Inc. Branded Entertainment Unit (BEU) head Thellie front” hosts Janee- Kriesha is the second international on Korean TV channel SBS. She Music in May to do an album that then, accommodated Filipino Castro-Palanisamy, Dwight Bercero of BEU-Cinema, “Seven Sundays” screenwriter Jorell Gonzaga and Gines na Chan, Martin star welcomed into the Adober fam- quickly gained a following among will be released soon. families to experience the edu- ily after Bretman Rock, its biggest Korean and Filipino audiences and Adober Studios is home to Sarangaya of Operations-Star Cinema, together with the film’s stars, and . The cational entertainment facility Javier, Angelique APAC Tambuli Awards, held at Shangri-La at the Fort, is the pioneer award show globally on effective advertising Manto and Turs Daza. Get your weekly dose of Instagram star and YouTuber. finished as runner-up as part of the some of the biggest and fastest for kids ages four to 17 years As part of Adobers, Kriesha will group KWINs. growing online stars in the coun- Sam Shoaf, Kristel Fulgar, Andrea for good. The award-giving body looks at entries from Asia-Pacific, Australia, New Zealand and the Middle East, old. It welcomed its one mil- fun goals in sports and lifestyle on “Upfront” ev- including campaigns created or initiated from anywhere in the world that run in Asia-Pacific, Australia, New ery Sunday at 1:30 p.m. be collaborating on different kinds The 19-year-old debuted as a try, including Lloyd Café Cadena, Brillantes, , Monshiiee, lionth visitor in March 2018, of content with AC Bonifacio solo K-pop idol last year when she Jomie Hospital, Pamela Swing, Claro the Third and Rei Germar. Zealand and the Middle East. (K.Choa) a huge milestone as more and PHOTOCOURTESY TEAM OF YEY  Lopezlink July 2018 Lopezlink July 2018  By Carla Paras-Sison Joevel Rivera: CPA-turned-techie wants to bring SKY ‘over the top’ JOSE Joevel Rivera, vice would make it more interest- president and head of Re- ing to use our service and en- search and Product De- courage subscribers to spend velopment (RPD) at SKY on it. We also want to be at Cable Corporation, was the the forefront of OTT (over- L-R: The next-generation SKY On Demand box; Employees test new products at SKY’s RPD lab; The home menu of the SOD Box; The Picture in Picture feature allows the user to view two shows simultaneously award-winning head of MIS the-top), which seems to be a (Management Information very big growth opportunity Expanded coverage Services) for Eastern Tele- for SKY. ABS-CBN, in par- ‘WOW AT SAYA’... one of these conveniences in- more innovations as it seeks and improving business pro- According to SKY Research tosa] came in, one of the things ever channel, then you pay communications Philippines ticular, gives us some strategic from page 1 troduced by the company. to provide seamless personal cesses. and Product Development that he wanted to do was for In May 2016, SKY launched only for it. Of course, the local SKY Digibox 2.0 Inc. when he was recruited in advantage in the OTT space The pioneering entrepre- content experiences to its (RPD) head Joevel Rivera, the us to make cable more exciting SKYdirect, a direct-to-home channels will be there because 2003 to head Product Devel- because of the content they High-definition (HD) neurial spirit, not to mention customers. Given customers’ evolving old SKY Digibox was devel- again,” Rivera says. “He said, pay TV service via satellite, we are required to offer them, opment and Management for provide.” cable TV, an online streaming the innovation mind-set, is While SKY’s culture of in- entertainment needs and the oped to provide clear digital ‘Let’s look at how the customer allowing it to offer its content so ABS-CBN will always be Bayan Lopez Group culture service for live TV channels indeed strong with the Philip- novation permeates the entire myriad ways of consuming signal for cable TV channels will use the service. Even if it’s anywhere in the country. SKY- there,” Rivera says, adding that Inc. Asked why he opted to and on-demand shows, cable pines’ leading cable TV opera- organization, it is most appar- content, SKY has upgraded which is what the market going to be more expensive, but direct has achieved 700.000 “build your own solutions” With synergy initiatives in stay with SKY when Globe TV conveniently bundled with tor. ent now in these three major its SKY Digibox, which it first needed at the time. if it will result in the customer subscribers as of June. should be rolled out within the full swing beginning in 2010, bought Bayan, he said he broadband—chances are, you’ve And SKY is far from areas—content and entertain- introduced alongside its HD “When March [SKY presi- wanting to use the service, then Rivera says SKYdirect is year. Cloud computing Rivera was invited to concur- liked the Lopez Group cul- recently used or indulged in done. It is gearing up for ment, broadband connectivity cable TV service in 2009. dent and COO Antonio Ven- let’s spend on it.’” SKY’s fastest growing busi- rently head Product Develop- ture that he experienced in As subscribers habitually ness that paved the way for “We’d like to take advan- ment for SKY, until Globe both Bayan and SKY. Meet the team switch between their TV sets and its resurgence in the pay TV tage of what the cloud com- Telecom Inc. bought Bayan in “I like working like a fam- mobile devices, SKY keeps in step space. puting infrastructure can do 2013. ily. I like that we do what we by giving them more options. “We are growing faster for us, to be able to put all But he wasn’t always work- do not because we need to The next-generation SKY than our competitors in DTH these servers in the cloud so ing for telephone companies. earn, but because we want to On Demand box now offers and we should be able to, in that wherever we are, we’re The certified public accoun- contribute to the success of even more content experiences a year or two, be at par if not able to access information to tant worked for nine years at the company. I like that the as it enables subscribers to watch more than them in terms of serve our customers better,” SGV & Company Inc., first as leader of the company treats not just cable TV channels, but subscriber base,” the RPD Rivera says. an auditor, then after finish- you well and looks after you,” also their favorites and chief states. On their end, custom- ing computer training, as an says Rivera, whose work ethic YouTube videos—all from one At the same time, the com- ers will have the freedom to IT (information technology) is well known being almost box. Thus, no more need to pany aims to at least double its interact with the company in consultant. His last project always first to get to the of- switch devices! coverage for cable and broad- the way they are more com- for SGV was probably the fice in the morning, and still This WiFi-enabled box band throughout the country fortable with—to access their forerunner of BPO (business being last to leave in the eve- may also be used to livestream in the next three years while subscription from an app, process outsourcing) services, ning. content directly into customers’ working to reduce the cost of whether they need to inquire, where a system developed in “I make sure I don’t leave phones via the SKYcable Box its internet bandwidth. place an order, report a fault or Chicago was programmed things behind. I want to be Companion app. The app allows “The internet is like the wa- give feedback. completely in Manila for an on top of things, especially users to livestream cable TV ter business—you need ample Non-digital natives how- SGV client. now that slowly, things we shows and channels at home, or supply of water and the exten- ever can rest assured that the Support of RPD team have been doing in SKY are to catch up on shows they have sive network of pipes to deliver traditional methods of com- Fast forward to the present, taking shape and we hope we missed. the service. Bigger pipes will munication will still be in Rivera has to manage the ex- can contribute to the success Watch content anytime, allow faster delivery of water. place. anywhere, any device pectations of different groups of the company in terms of More water consumed means “We’d like to expand the that require the support of the competing with the big tel- Taking its cue from the mil- higher water bills. While in way that we interact with RPD team. cos.” lennial generation, SKY is reach- SKY, we have the big pipes them using the new technolo- “We want to do so many Among the Lopez Val- ing beyond the Digibox to mo- (cable docsis) to deliver water, gies that are available,” Ri- things at the same time. But ues, he believes his team will bile devices—the demographic’s we manage the supply so that vera points out. “But if there’s ours is a small team supporting benefit most from practicing preferred mode of consuming everybody will have ample a need, we’ll have agents that them, with meager resources. business excellence, integrity content, the RPD head notes. supply commensurate to what can also interact with the cus- At the same time, we don’t and a pioneering entrepre- “Whenever they’re in the they are paying. Our challenge tomer by chat.” want to be behind competi- neurial spirit. house or outside the house they is to make sure our network Led by Customer Engi- tion in terms of technology. Like a family can continue to watch in real of pipes runs through your neering and Managed Services We have to prioritize which to “Business excellence is time and on demand. It’s part of neighborhood so we can de- head Jamie Lopez, SKY also invest in first,” he says. something I have developed our OTT [over-the-top] strat- liver the service to you,” Rivera looks to further its digital While SKY may not be in me throughout the years egy to make sure that linear and explains. transformation by leveraging Empowering customers a leader in broadband, Ri- I have worked in different on-demand content, particularly new technologies and improv- vera says, “in areas where companies. Integrity has ABS-CBN content, is available Another endeavor under ing the way it deals with cus- we operate, we want to be always been very important. with (ABS-CBN president we are facing, we continue to SKY’s Research and Product Development team, standing, l-r: Atilano Salditos, RPD supervisor; Claudia Suarez, Business Unit head-Consumer Products Group; Mercy Santos, executive assistant; wherever they are. From our the broadband connectiv- tomers. better than Globe or PLDT. I know that we work like a and CEO) Carlo (Katigbak), survive and put priority on Antonio Ventosa, president & COO; Malou Esparrago, Product Management head; Jose Joevel Rivera, Research & Product Development Division head; Francis Marvin Nicolas, RPD supervisor; analytics, those are what people ity sphere is “build your own With all these initiatives We would like to be able to family in the Lopez Group he wants us to develop, to our customers and those we Seated, l-r: Mallet Garbida, R&D manager; Ricardo Semilla Jr., product manager; and Charisma Cornelio, product manager really want to see—foreign and solutions,” where customers and innovations, not to men- support the requirements of and it is important that in make decisions that help the serve. Second, may I ask our local cable content, PPV, ABS- have the freedom to select and tion its track record as a trail- the business in terms of be- all things we do, we have company in any way we can, fellow Kapamilya to look at CBN shows.” pay only for the channels they blazer, Rivera rightly expresses ing ahead with products and integrity, especially in deal- particularly in how we treat what SKY is offering on the want to watch. It’s different confidence in the 28-year-old technology.” ing with other employees, customers, which is number market and to tell us frankly Milestones from the SKY Select service company. This is why his team is customers, vendors and one among SKY values (cus- if they are happy with our 2006 service under the Select brand iWantv HBO GO for its subscribers 2016 Netflix as well as its improved in that the customer has to “I’m bullish for SKY. I be- finding ways to make SKY’s partners. I have developed tomer-centricity).” service, as well as areas we 2009 2011 2015 SKY launches digital cable TV Launches direct-to-home ser- fiber-powered broadband first sign up for certain plans lieve in the future of the com- cable service more exciting to the entrepreneurial spirit His message to LopezLink can improve on. Finally, while 2018 service in the country Launches the Philippines’ first Launches iRecord, a service Launches SKY On Demand, vice SKYdirect and the country’s in order to enjoy the à la carte pany and I believe in the future users. while in the Lopez Group. readers? we work hard, don’t forget to 2008 high-definition cable TV service that lets subscribers pause, play an online streaming service first bundled cable TV and Launches its most hi-tech option. of ABS-CBN. We are smaller, “One may look at cable as Seeing how they make deci- “First, I’d like to thank balance that with family and 2010 Introduces high-speed internet back live TV and record shows that allows users to watch their broadband service, One SKY SKY On Demand box with “Now, you can get one or but we can move faster, decide legacy (old) but with more sions, develop strategies, it’s the Lopez Group and the health,” says Rivera, who 2014 under the SKYbroadband brand Launches one of the country’s favorite cable shows anytime, 2017 SKY On Demand, YouTube two channels and that’s all faster, and we have ABS-CBN apps (applications) in the very entrepreneurial how Lopez family for being there. targets to make 15,000 steps Introduces à la carte cable first online streaming services, Launches exclusive access to anywhere Launches partnership with and Netflix apps you have to pay for. If you just to help us achieve that,” he as- (digital) boxes, we hope this these are crafted. Especially Despite the challenges that daily. watch CNN or Fox or what- serts.  Lopezlink July 2018 Corporate Sustainability Museum/Values Lopezlink July 2018  Uke can do it! ‘Estero’ kids G Stuff comes up with more good stuff enjoy free ukulele workshop By Wilbur Hernandez By Frances Anne Guevarra and Angelique Rupisan TRUE to its advocacy to fied corn starch and organic the name spirulina (“little spi- help preserve the environ- rice bran (healthy outer layers ral”). For thousands of years, it HAPPY Music Inc. and Uku- ment and improve Filipinos’ of cereal grains). Too, they are has been consumed as a tradi- lele Underground Philippines lives, G Stuff keeps the light low in calories. tional food (UUP) organized the Philippine shining brighter by offering With the natural sweetness all over Ukulele Festival with the theme new products. These products of your favorite fruits retained the world “Happy Ukulele Virus” where embody the brand’s integrity without artificial sweeten- because of children near the assisted and commitment to health ers, Fruit Crisps are a healthy its health estero (estuary) communities of and helping. source of potassium and fiber. benefits. Spi- L-R: Edgardo del Rosario, First Gen assistant vice president; Herson Lacorte, FG Bukidnon plant head; Dr. Rollen Bantay Kalikasan participated. Moringa Capsules They contain real nutrients for rulina helps Sumuoy, DepEd division supervisor; Jennifer Tabiliran, chairperson of Brgy. Damilag, Manolo Fortich; and Edna Companies such as OB Uku- Moringa oleifera or Mo- a “smart snack” and give you achieve clearer Labnotin, principal of Damilag Integrated School, link hands during simple MOA signing ceremonies in support of the lele from Pampanga, Cebu’s Fe- ringa has been proven to be the combined tastes of three eyesight, heals BINHI reforestation project rangeli and other ukulele makers a storehouse of nutrients and fruits in one bite! Fruit Crisps mouth and and suppliers joined the festival, antioxidants. Among other come in three flavor combina- throat sores, and which is now on its fourth year. Children from Manila’s estero communities make beautiful music with benefits, it increases one’s- en tions—Mango Potato Banana, regulates choles- Ongoings FG Bukidnon, Manolo Free workshops were offered performers from UUP ergy, alertness, endurance and Purple Banana Coconut, and terol and blood by the UUP members. Local body stamina; improves diges- Guava Purple Banana. sugar levels. performers were highlighted to “The event is very important program Bantay Kalikasan. In Aztec Spirulina ADVISORY tion; and cleanses skin cells of G Stuff is at Power The Lopez Library at the G/F Benpres Building, Exchange prove that the ukulele is one of [to us]. There were others who partnership with the Pasig River Fortich school ink pact to airborne radicals. Spirulina is a one-celled Plant Mall (0927-7780006), Road cor. Meralco Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City is the best gateway instruments to came to teach, but they asked Rehabilitation Commission, Fruit Crisps microscopic blue-green alga Alabang Town Center (0975- open and welcomes researchers until further notice. learn music. for payment. This event is to- local inter-agency committees G Stuff Fruit Crisps use that grows naturally in alka- 4941825) and at The Loop, However, the will be CLOSED in Kawayan 7, a member of tally free,” workshop participant and private donors and partners, help save threatened trees 100% real fruits and vegetables, line waters. Its cells form the ELJ Building. Interested buy- preparation for the institution’s relocation. By Joel Gaborni UUP, partnered with ABS-CBN Alyssa Macaraya said in Filipino. it has rehabilitated 16 or 17 of organic coconut sugar, modi- shape of a coiled spring, thus ers may also call 416-1828. Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation KBPIP is the river rehabili- the 47 tributaries connected to FG Bukidnon Power Corpora- tionwide reforestation program Immediately after the MOA Inc.’s (ALKFI) Kapit Bisig Para tation arm of ALKFI under its the Pasig River to date. By Dulce Festin-Baybay tion has partnered with a school being spearheaded by Energy signing, 50 tree seedlings were sa Ilog Pasig (KBPIP) to teach The New Values Vanguards in Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon in Development Corporation planted in the designated re- the children how to play differ- implementing a project to save (EDC), a sister company of FG planting area of the school. They ent musical instruments. and propagate rare and threat- Bukidnon. included seeds from trees locally The group provided ukuleles, ALKFI, partners pedal ened premium native trees. Under the MOA, Damilag known as yakal-saplungan, mo- bamboo flutes and djembes to Officials of FG Bukidnon Integrated School set aside a lave, kalingag, malabayabas, kat- 50 participants from the Estero for environment on The art of being Bella Lichauco and Damilag Integrated School portion of the tree park within mon, almaciga, kalantas and supa. de Paco, Estero de Santibañez HERE is the second to the last After studying at Interna- My parents have always I did summer internships Values and the responsibili- signed on June 14 in Manolo the campus in Brgy. Damilag The seeds came from an and Estero de Pandacan com- 1st World Bicycle Day installment in our series on Lopez tional School Manila, I left to maintained the importance while in college; I worked at ties that go with upholding Fortich a memorandum of as a safe haven for replanting inventory of 96 threatened munities. Values Vanguards with Isabella, attend high school abroad. I of education, coupled with an ad agency in Manila one these? agreement (MOA) to formal- these trees. and vanishing tree species that “Aside from educating the the eldest grandchild of Lopez went to Middlesex School, a compassion. Growing up in summer and spent the other My advice to my younger ize their partnership under the EDC, through FG Bukid- EDC has so far identified and children on environmental proj- Group chairman and former small prep school just outside of Manila, it is easy to get stuck in summers interning at art galler- relatives is to fully follow BINHI reforestation project. non, has committed to provide rescued under BINHI since the ects like solid waste manage- ambassador to Japan Manuel Boston, which was where I was a bubble, so my parents always ies and working as a studio as- whatever you are passionate The MOA with Damilag not only the seedlings for the project started in 2008. ment, proper segregation and M. Lopez (MML) and Maritess able to refine my interests and tried to expose my sister and I sistant in New York. Otherwise, about and not be afraid of un- Integrated School brought to replanting area but also the FG Bukidnon owns and recycling, they were also given Lagdameo Lopez. Bella is the especially develop my love for to as much as possible in order working at “METRO” is my expected shifts in your path or 153 the number of partners technical assistance, including operates the 1.6-megawatt free summer workshops…,” daughter of Maita Lopez, the the arts. I had always been more to gain a greater awareness and first official job. stepping out of your comfort and institutions supporting scientific data, needed for the hydroelectric power plant in KBPIP site specialist Melvic only daughter of MML, and inclined towards the arts, but understanding of the world. Although I had always an- zone. As long as you remain BINHI, the massive and na- care of the seedlings. Damilag, Manolo Fortich. Cabasag shared. Jorge Lichauco. She talks it was there where I fostered a Having sent us halfway ticipated working in the art world true to yourself and remember about how much she appre- passion for painting and found across the world at such early directly after graduation, I have the values you grew up with, ‘PadyaKantahan’ bikers cross Quezon Bridge on their way to Paco ciates the arts and what an interest in art history, spe- ages and to a highly competitive also always had a curiosity for you will eventually get to she is doing about it. cifically modern art. environment, they instilled in fashion and publishing, and the where you are meant to be. A gift of hope, knowledge to Manila’s street children I then went on to attend my sister and me independence opportunity arose when ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapami- they are always there,” Santos Kindly state your full By Margarite Igcasan Barnard College of Columbia and the drive to succeed. That I moved back to Manila lya Foundation Inc.’s Bantay said. name and nickname. University in New York, where being said, we never ceased to last fall. Even though my STREET children are usually teacher to work with Manila’s Academy has been using KCFI’s para mapunan natin ‘yung kung Kalikasan, together with its Meanwhile, Jack Yabut, pres- How many are you I pursued a major in art history feel the support and the influ- primary interests are in seen hawking food, picking up street children. portable media library. ano man ‘yung kakulangan sa partners, organized “Pady- ident of environmental group in the family? with a concentration in visual arts. ence of our family at home, and art, there are neverthe- trash or knocking on car win- Using Knowledge Chan- Lorna Sales, supervisor of the ginagamit namin sa aming street aKantahan Para sa Kalikasan: Firefly Brigade, said they hoped My full The program was set up in such a we were always reminded of our less overlaps working in dows. But when darkness falls, nel Foundation Inc.’s (KCFI) street education program, says education,” Sales says. Celebrating a Clean, Healthy bicycles will be recognized as a name is Ma- way that studio art practices were roots and where we came from. fashion. Ultimately, the they have a whole new agenda. multimedia learning resources, KCFI has helped in filling the Kathleen Zambas, partner- and Sustainable Environment.” “legitimate and effective part of ria Isabella grounded in our art history stud- I grew up spending a lot of most important thing These young people are called Ate Academy aims to educate gaps in street education. ship coordinator of Museo June 3 was declared as World sustainable transportation.” M a r g a r i t a ies. Somewhat like a double ma- time with my grandparents and, to me was to be in a cre- “children in conflict with the law” street children on basic literacy, “Ang Knowledge Channel ay Pambata and one of the primary Bicycle Day by the United Na- “We bike so others can see Lopez Li- chauco, but I go jor, I drew and painted as well as as the eldest of eight grandchil- ative environment, and (CICLs). numeracy and values so they isa ito sa mga tool na ginagamit teachers in Ate Academy, says tions on April 12, 2018. that biking is a practical, clean, by Isabella, which is read about art history and theory. dren quite spread out in age, I luckily, I am here. “Sila ‘yung mga batang snatch- may reintegrate into the public din ng street educator na kung she has a storytelling approach in More than 200 bikers joined quiet and cost-effective mode of often shortened to Bella. Outside the classroom, I was part also have close relationships Having worked er, holdaper, nakapatay, nakasaksak, school system. saan maraming nilalaman na teaching and often uses Knowl- the 15-kilometer bike run from transportation,” he explained. of a literary society. with my uncles and aunts. It at the magazine for nagso-solvent, nagra-rugby. Sila In order to keep their learn- for literacy, [katulad ng] tungkol edge Channel’s shows. Arroceros Forest Park to Paco After the bike run, a recital In our family, I am the elder Since graduating, I no lon- was always heartwarming com- several months now, I ‘yung mga batang napariwara or ers motivated and engaged, Ate sa disaster. Nakakatulong talaga Notes Zambas: “Syempre ‘yung Market. They also donated used was held in Paco Market with of two daughters. With our ger spend long days and nights ing home as our family was al- have definitely learned neglected… pinabayaan na ng iba wala naman sa school, ‘yung PET bottles, which were turned Kapit Bisig Para sa Ilog Pasig two-year age gap, my younger painting, but I try as often as ways particularly excited for me a lot about the indus- lipunan,” says John Edelberto iba ‘di naman nakaka-relate. So over to Bayan Mo Ipatrol Mo to kid ambassador Jose Faber Ca- sister and I notoriously fought possible to pick up a paintbrush as the eldest. Given that, I have try. Given the pace Beinte, street educator for Child- pinipili ko ‘yung mga suitable sa be sold; the proceeds will go to brera, Kawayan 7 and the Paco as kids, but started getting along and make small watercolors in also always been expected to set of a monthly fashion hope Philippines. kanila.” Tahanang Walang Hagdanan. Kids Youth Ensemble. when I left for school abroad, my spare time or play around a good example for my younger magazine, it can be Children on the streets are at Beinte adds that that television Program director Jen Santos Santos noted that Bantay where she eventually enrolled with film photography. cousins. consuming at times; risk of becoming CICLs, which shows from KCFI offer a different said Bantay Kalikasan promotes Kalikasan believes in the role as well. We are very different, Kindly describe your family Above all, my parents and however, I have subse- is why Ate Academy was estab- perspective to their students, who a plastic-free environment, es- of the youth in preserving the but we have the unique shared upbringing and how the Lopez grandparents have made it clear quently become much lished in 2013 by Childhope do not have access to TV. pecially in communities near the environment. experience of growing up in Values were taught to you? How that it is our responsibility to more familiar with the Philippines and . “Kaya ang laking pasalamat tributaries of the Pasig River. “They are the next genera- Manila and spending so much did your grandparents, espe- take the education and oppor- local culture, which “…Sabi ko sa asawa ko, aalis sa mga module ng Knowledge “Bantay Kalikasan is also tion, so we invest in them. We time on the East Coast, where cially the former ambassador to tunities we’ve been given to give has been an especially ako sa school, lilipat ako sa kalye Channel… Kasi itong mga batang very strong in its advocacy to implement environmental, mu- we attended the same schools. Japan, teach you regarding these back to our community, to work interesting part for me. kasi mas kailangan nila ako. Mas ito, mas gusto nilang nanunuod ng reduce plastic wastes. As we sic and art workshops…to edu- What is your educational Values? Who influenced you the hard and share our blessings. What is your advice to kailangan nila ng teacher sa kalye,” TV. Mas gusto kong ginugugol nila roam around the country, we cate them about our programs background? Why did you most? How was it growing up in Is this your first job? How do your younger relatives Beinte adds, explaining why he Street educators use Knowledge Channel programs to teach life skills to their ‘yung panahon nila sa panunuod ng see plastics everywhere—in so they will be the next Earth take up the course that you such a close-knit family? you find it? regarding the Lopez left his old job as a public school- students TV.” mangroves, in forests, in rivers, Warriors…,” Santos said. did? Any hobbies? 10 Lopezlink July 2018 Lifelong Wellness Interactive Lopezlink July 2018 11 After pterygium surgery at Asian Eye Sudoku Larga Na! Text and photos by Gerbs de Castro ABS-CBN, SKY and KCh shuttlers Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! Businesswoman regains Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, prevail in Lopez Group badminton tilt clear eyesight, confidence column at kahon. By Gerbs de Castro By Charizze Henson 7 lakes, 1 day Doña Leonila Park not only had the best viewpoint of Sampaloc Lake—it TOUTED as the first city in La- by 7:50 a.m. also had this fishy attraction THE A Pioneering Entrepre- egrin of EDC (runner-up); Menchie Melo and Angelika doubles C champion) and Jane FOR 16 years, Myleen guna and one of the oldest in the We rented tricycles and sped neurial Spirit squad composed Mary Ann Garcia and Liberty Bermundo of EDC (runner- Pagkalinawan and Larry Ibalio Aran suffered from country, San Pablo prides itself off via Schetelig Avenue to the of players from ABS-CBN, Reyes of ABS-CBN and KCh up); Gian Pantanilla and Agnes of Lopez Inc. and Adtel (run- pterygium, an eye con- on its seven lakes, which is why it first lake—Lake Bunot in Brgy. SKY and Knowledge Channel (women’s doubles C champion), Garcia of ABS-CBN (mixed ner-up). dition that affected her is aptly called “The City of Seven Concepcion. We walked for only (KCh) copped the team overall self-esteem and the Lakes.” a few minutes to get a good view crown to rule the 2018 Lopez way she lived her life. These are crater lakes which of the lake, thanks to the guid- Group badminton tournament Often referred to are part of the San Pablo Volcanic ance of some kids in the area who on June 23. locally as pugita, pte- Field. This is the story of ourlarga were very accommodating. Finishing second in the one- rygium is a fleshy, be- to explore all seven lakes. Bunot Lake is used primarily day tournament held at Centro nign tissue that grows Our Lucena-bound bus left the for floating cage operations where Atletico in was on the surface of the Cubao terminal at 5:50 a.m. We most of the residents derive their the Social Justice contingent eye. It usually starts on arrived at the San Pablo Junction income. This lake is known for its represented by employees from the white part of the Cornea and external disease specialist Dr. Energy Development Corpora- eye (sclera) closest to Sharlene Noguera (left) with Myleen Aran tion (EDC). the nose. Over time, it Third place went to Team grows bigger and extends onto with highly reflective surfaces Unity composed of Adtel, Eu- the cornea. like water, snow or sand. They’re genio Lopez Foundation Inc., According to Asian Eye Insti- greater when the sun is high, Lopez Group Foundation Inc., tute cornea and external disease usually between 10 a.m. and  Very Easy cultured tilapia and fish pens for San Lorenzo and Brgy. San Bue- Lopez Inc., IBSI and INAEC specialist Dr. Sharlene Noguera, 2 p.m. It is also important to  Easy nilotica fingerlings. naventura, we alighted and took Aviation Corporation. the exact cause of pterygium is remember that you can be ex-  Medium We returned to Schetelig and photos of Lake Palakpakin.  Employee Welfare and Well- yet to be determined, but studies posed to UV radiation through Hard proceeded to the next lake in Residents around the lake rely ness with Asian Eye Institute show that it is often associated artificial sources like welding Brgy. Sto. Angel. Alighting from on income from fish pens and and Rockwell Land Corpora- with prolonged exposure to the machines and tanning beds. our trike along the highway, we fish cages that grow cultured tion finished fourth, followed by sun, dust and wind. “Protect your eyes even on Answer to JUNE puzzle walked for around 20 minutes, tilapia and silver carp. The shal- Integrity and Nationalism (First “Those who live in tropical cloudy days. Wear UV-coated Solution, tips and inclusive of “picture-taking mo- lowest among the seven lakes, it Philippine Holdings Corpora- countries and spend too much prescription or performance computer program ments.” is utilized as a communal fishing tion and First Gen Corpora- time outdoors like surfers, traf- eyewear or sunglasses. A yearly available at Pristine Lake Pandin, our third lake for the day, enticed us to go for a dip The trail to the second lake ground. tion), and Business Excellence fic enforcers, seafarers and con- visit to your ophthalmologist is www.sudoku.com consisted of curtains of talahib, We zipped over to the next (First Balfour, First Philippine struction workers usually de- also good to monitor your eye huge volcanic deposits, steep lake, Lake Muhikap. Industrial Park, First Philippine velop it,” Noguera says. condition.” Eats By Jannine Sy steps and rocky stream crossings. Lake Muhikap is one of the Realty Corporation, Third Gen, While it does not cause per- Today, Aran no longer expe- The end result was breathtaking main sources of water in the city. TGSI, ThermaPrime and First manent blindness, a large pte- riences discomfort and is more Sunrise Buckets: Turning Lake Calibato. Its waters also provide a generous Philippine Industrial Corpora- rygium can interfere with vision confident than ever. Lake Calibato is the deepest supply of tilapia to Metro Manila tion). and distort the cornea, leading to “I wish I had done it sooner. of all the seven lakes and supplies and the suburbs. Meanwhile, the individual blurry vision due to astigmatism. I no longer wear glasses. Plus, comfort food into an epic feast the city and nearby towns with The driver then dropped us champions and runners-up in Aran owns an online shop I’m happier and more confident RELATIVELY a new kid on opening its first branch in Its location right by the cin- abundant fish. off at Doña Leonila Park, which each category are Jeffrey Ro- that used to sell all sorts of to post my photos regularly and the block is Sunrise Buckets, 2010. emas makes it a go-to place to We headed to Brgy. San provided the best viewpoint of sarito and Carlo Tansuk of products, but later focused on promote my products. With a casual American-style joint What you’ll notice first are eat before or after watching a Lorenzo to visit Lake Pandin and Sampaloc Lake. EDC (men’s doubles A cham- organic beauty soaps. Because proper eye care and protection, serving comfort food since the Instagram-worthy inte- film, but what if you wanted Lake Yambo, our third and fourth Considered one of the prime pion), Leonard Borja and Isa- of her eye condition, she could and regular monitoring by Dr. riors that’s one-part surfer to take the food into the the- lakes, respectively. tourist spots in the city, Sampaloc gani Epino of ABS-CBN and not promote her wares. Noguera, I don’t worry about get- shack, one-part diner with ater? The Sunrise Buckets The jeep stopped near a sign Lake is dotted with floating res- SKY (runner-up); Kate Anjela Different management and ting pterygium again,” she says. cute details like surfboards folks thought ahead and cre- indicating the direction of Lake taurants along its shoreline. It is Pepito and Che Che Samulde treatment options are available, and other sports memorabilia ated takeaway box meals fea- Yambo. teeming with tilapia, bangus, carp of ABS-CBN (women’s doubles depending on the size, symptoms Sports & Wellness scattered on the walls. turing three of their best-sell- After walking for around 20 and several species of shrimps. A champion), Margaret Molina and causes of pterygium. Lubri- calendar Appearances aside, once ing bites complete with sides minutes, a natural wonder ap- As one of the main sources of and Evelyn Blas of EDC (run- cating eye drops are prescribed JULY you try the specialty chicken and a drink. The compact box peared before our very eyes. This livelihood in San Pablo City is ner-up); Thirdy Jay Cantos and to reduce redness, irritation or 8: Maxicare Run, wings, all logic goes out even has a slot for your mobile was Lake Pandin and all I could tilapia breeding, a statue of the Maritoni Pizarro of ABS-CBN inflammation, while surgery is 200m/1K/3K/5K/10K/16K the window—it’s that good! phone so you don’t lose sight of say was “wow”! fish can be seen at the park. The (mixed doubles A champion), done if it causes discomfort and (SM by the Bay, Pasay), it in the middle We rented a balsa (raft) to tilapia statue was constructed in Anito Aquiatan and Jacqueline is a threat to vision. 3:30am. Fee: P400-P900. of downing all take us around Lake Pandin. The honor of Jose Agahan and his Duclayan of EDC (runner-up); In 2016, Aran decided to fi- Register at http://bit. that delicious boatman said our next lake, Lake wife, donors of the first tilapia Bernard Lapuz and Michael nally undergo surgery. Noguera ly/maxicare2018 grub. Yambo, can be seen from the oth- fingerlings in Sampaloc and Pal- Casio of EDC (men’s doubles performed conjunctival auto- 8: Robinsons Fit and Fun Take your er side after a bit of climbing. akpakin lakes in 1955. B champion), Ryan Caranay graft, wherein the fleshy growth Wellness Buddy Run, pick from True enough, when we trudged Having visited the seven lakes, and Newell Ilaya of Adtel was removed and the affected 5K/10K (Camp Aguinaldo, three combos up slippery steps and some mud- we decided to do a side trip to the (runner-up); Mean Selga and area was grafted with normal QC), 5:30am. Fee: P1,400- starring chick- dy uphill portions, we saw Lake underground cemetery in Nag- Helen de Castro of SKY and eye tissue. P1,700. Register at Robin- en poppers Yambo below us. Since there was carlan. ABS-CBN (women’s doubles “We want to be able to re- sons Supermarket branches and hot wings a trail going down to the lake, the We returned to San Pablo City B champion), Menchie Bugarin move the growth and prevent 21-22: Tough Mudder in the flavor exploration continued as we took via jeep and transferred to tricy- and Bernalei Lopez of EDC From top: Team A Pioneering it from coming back. Conjunc- Philippines, 5K/8K (Por- of your choice, photos on the shore. cles to reach our dinner venue in (runner-up); Charlemagne Tan Entrepreneurial Spirit, champion; tival autograft has been proven tofino Amore, Alabang). or their nachos Going back to our raft on Lake Brgy. Del Remedio, Sulyap 1907 Jr. and Imelda Jane Orbase of Team Social Justice, 2nd place; safe and effective in reducing Fee: P1,700-P4,400. overload with Pandin, we were treated to fresh Casa de Cabay Gallery Cafe and First Balfour (mixed doubles B Team Unity, 3rd place; Team the risk of pterygium recur- Register at toughmudder.ph savings up of to buko for lunch. Since the lake Restaurant. champion), Matthew Ruby and Employee Welfare and Wellness, rence,” explains Noguera. 22: Liquid Orbs Bubble 60 bucks when water was so pristine, some of us After our sumptuous dinner, Danica Rueda of ABS-CBN 4th place; Team Integrity and Noguera also urges patients to Run, 3K/5K/10K (CCP you order the went for a swim. we headed to the bus station and (runner-up); CJ Vinuya and Nationalism, 5th place; Team consider the altitude, setting and Complex, Pasay), 4:30am. box meals! Four of seven lakes explored! boarded a Cubao-bound bus. Mike Trinidad of ABS-CBN Business Excellence, 6th place time of the day when going out. Fee: P650-P850. Register S u n r i s e With only three stops to go to The splendor of the adventure, (men’s doubles C champion), “UV levels are higher on at goorahna.com Buckets is near complete our quest, we looked for hopping from one lake to anoth- Julius Rivera and Jherome Per- mountains, in wide open spaces Muji at the R3 tricycles to take us to the remain- er on a daylong road trip, merits Level of Power ing lakes. a thumbs-up. (Excerpted from Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline Plant Mall. On the bridge connecting Brgy. http://larga-bista.blogspot.com) 12 Lopezlink July 2018

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The ‘METRO’ Beauty from Gucci and Cartier, Jasmine’s vivacious spirit is evi- dent in every photo taken by photographer Mark Nicd- Issue: Meet Elisse, beauty ao. In the cover story, she gets candid about what being in the entertainment industry means to her. Following vlogger the cover are special features on art collectors Paulino This is the month for “METRO’s” Beauty Issue, and Que, Dr. Joven Cuanang and Dr. Jaime Laya. Jojo Ma- what better way to celebrate all things beautiful than drid of Philippine Wine Exchange and Monopole Wine with the stunning transformations of our cover girl, Bar opens his private cellar and waxes poetic about great Elisse Joson. Elisse is one of tinsel town’s faces to watch wine. Then, step into the Asian Aerospace hangar as Paj for and graces the “METRO” cover not as an actress Rodriguez showcases AirTaxi.ph’s helicopters and jets. or performer, but as beauty vlogger. With her makeup Finally, Hugo Boss’ newest ambassador, Sebastian Stan, brushes, palettes and trusty VIVO X21 as her tools, she dishes out style advice and shares what he loves most connects with thousands of YouTube viewers and shares about the brand. ( Justin Alexandra Convento) snippets of her life as a blossoming beauty guru. Get the newest issues of your favorite magazines at lead- ing bookstores and magazine stands nationwide. To down- Jasmine dons Gucci, load, users on Android devices must download the Zinio app Cartier for ‘Metro Society’ from the Android Market. The app is also available through the iPad App Store. PC and Mac users can access Zinio at Luxury Issue zinio.com. You may also subscribe to your favorite ABS-CBN On the cover of the Luxury Issue of “Metro Society” is Publishing magazines or purchase current and back issues Jasmine Curtis-Smith, appearing in her first ever cover by logging on to http://store.abs-cbn.com/categories/Maga- with the magazine. All decked out in the latest looks zines/Current-Issues/.

THE ABS-CBN STORE FINDS THE ROCKWELLIST GUIDE By Jannine Sy Pop coolness More reasons to shop, sup or snack! THE excitement never stops as uncloaks more stall from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day at the 3/F near the cinemas. new finds! 7. Hugo 1. Kenneth Cole Are you hungry for some sizzling skewers? At Santolan Town Plaza, Keep it neat and classy with leather sneakers from Kenneth Cole. we’ve got just the thing! Hugo Grillery is open from Mondays to Sat- Shop key pieces at the store at the R1 Level beside Lacoste. urdays from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. and on Sundays from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. 2. Calvin Klein Underwear 8. Altersmith Comfortable, luxurious and iconic. Shop elevated essentials at Cal- Life’s too short to wear clothes that don’t fit. Head over to Alter- vin Klein Underwear, R1 Level near Din Tai Fung. smith Alterations Specialists and dress your best every day! Now 3. Mango open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. A pop of color for the rainy days. Visit the revamped Mango store 9. Gong Cha at the R1 Level. Who else thinks milk tea tastes like happiness in a cup? Come 4. Mesa through to Gong Cha every Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9 Filipino comfort food done right. Head over to Mesa for dishes p.m. at the 3/F near the cinemas! made not just for the rainy season at the R2 Level beside The 10. Elait Wholesome Table. The coolest and sweetest treat on the street is now open! Try Elait’s 5. Elbert’s Sandwiches handmade rolled ice cream daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the 3/F Have your fill of the Philadelphia classic cheesesteak sandwich and near the cinemas. Celebrate Pinoy pop culture by wearing the limited-edi- more at Elbert’s Sandwiches, R2 Level near Bake. 11. Barcino tion “Pinoy Komiks Heroes” shirt from The ABS-CBN Wine and dine on authentic Spanish paella, tapas, sangrias and Store! These eye-catching tops go for P450 each and are avail- And over at Santolan Town Plaza in San Juan, here’s a rundown of more on this side of town! Barcino is now open at the Pavilions able at The ABS-CBN Store at the ground floor of ELJ Build- the new spots to love! from Sunday to Wednesday at 11 a.m. to 12 midnight and from ing, and online via www.abs-cbnstore.com. (Pia de Leon) 6. Banh Mi Thursday to Saturday at 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Has a sandwich ever looked so good? Treat yourself to Banh Mi’s clas- Visit www.PowerPlantMall.com, @PowerPlantMall and @San- sic banh mi sandwich or the lemongrass chicken flavor! Drop by the tolanTownPlaza to learn more. Editorial Advisory Board Mike Lopez / Boo Chanco Executive Editor Carla Paras-Sison 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) 5 Circulation 878-0000 ext. 2467 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. no. (63-2) 878-0000 Available online at www.Lopezlink.ph 6 7 8 9 10 11