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Total consolidated revenues Net income attributable to equity Lopez Holdings holders of the parent company Strong launch for 2017 2018 % change 2017 2018 % change attributable net ABS-CBN P9.576B P9.010B -6 P421.9M P452.5M +7 Rockwell’s P15-B Lopez Holdings P25.440B P27.565B +8 P1.042B P1.145B +10 EDC P9.612B P8.178B -15 P3.086B P1.336B -57 First Gen $428.8M $457.4M +7 $41.3M $39.7M -4 income at P1.145B FPH P25.440B P27.565B +8 P1.909B P2.099B +10 By Carla Paras-Sison project in Katipunan Rock P3.063B P3.333B +9 P516.2M P614M +19 LOPEZ Holdings reported forex movement during the ad sales decreased by 10% while ROCKWELL Land Corpora- cess, we will officially open -in Rockwell is also set to launch P1.145 billion in net income period partially offset the - ef costs and expenses decreased by tion, during its annual stock- ventory for Arton North this its first resort development in attributable to equity holders fect of growth in the recurring 4%. holders’ meeting, announced June with different sizes per unit Mactan, . the launch of The Arton’s sec- type to cater to different market “We remain to be on the ABS-CBN still of the parent for the first quar- earnings of the FPH Group. As of March 31, 2018, Lopez ter of 2018. This is 10% higher Excluding nonrecurring items, Holdings owned 46% of FPH ond tower this June. profiles,” Rockwell Land presi- move with our newest develop- than the P1.042 billion in net attributable earnings of FPH and 56% economic interest in The company’s first premium dent and chief executive officer ment in Punta Engaño boasting Better in 2018 high-rise development in Que- Nestor J. Padilla said. of beachfront living. The 5.3- income attributable to equity increased by 36%. ABS-CBN ABS-CBN. undisputed nationwide After a challenging 2017, listed age caused by an earthquake Rockwell Land Corporation’s By Kane Choa holders of the parent reported zon City launched its first tow- The P15.6-billion three- hectare property will have over companies associated with the and a typhoon that affected its residential segment also per- in the first quarter of 2017, on er, Arton West, last July 2017, tower Rockwell project is a 200 residential units and a hotel Lopez Group seem to be headed facilities late last year. But First formed well, boosting its in- ABS-CBN brought relevant GMA’s 35%, in Total Sounds Familiar Kids” (32.1%), account primarily of higher selling P1 billion worth of units joint venture with Japan’s larg- that will serve the growing tour- for a better year. Energy Devel- Gen Corporation earnings re- come. ABS-CBN had a strong news and values-laden stories with 54% compared to GMA’s “MMK” (28.7%), “TV Patrol” consolidated forex losses during in just two months. est real estate company, Mit- ism industry,” Padilla said. opment Corporation continued mained stable on the improved first quarter and expects earn- to more in May as it 25% and in Total (28.1%), “” the period. Lopez Holdings With no official launch yet, sui Fudosan Inc. Featuring an Already gaining high inter- to incur additional expenses in dispatch of its new gas plants, as ings to be at par with 2017 net recorded an average audience with 52% against GMA’s 30%. (24.4%), “” Unaudited consolidated rev- the second tower, Arton North, 80:20 landscape-to-building est, the P6.2-billion new Rock- the first quarter related to dam- well as lower financing charges. income. (CPS) share of 45% versus GMA’s Kantar Media uses a nation- (21.8%) and “Rated K” (20.3%). enues increased by 8% year-on- is already performing 20% ratio, The Arton by Rockwell is well project for sale is sched- 32%, according to data from wide panel size of 2,610 urban ABS-CBN also won across year (YoY) to P27.565 billion declares above budget, coming from the scheduled to be completed by uled to launch third quarter of Kantar Media. and rural homes that represent all time blocks, particularly in from P25.440 billion. strong market reception of Ar- 2023. this year. The Kapamilya network won 100% of the total Philippine prime time where it scored an First Philippine Holdings ton West. Rockwell Land reported The company also- an FPH attributable RNI up by 36% in both rural and urban homes, TV viewing population. average audience share of 49%, Corporation (FPH) posted a cash dividends The Arton North will be lo- its highest net income to date nounced its plans to increase its FOR the first quarter of 2018, ing income across all business ized forex losses and unfavor- particularly in Metro “FPJ’s ” beating GMA’s 32%. It ruled 10% increase in net income at- cated in the heart of the ameni- at P2.1 billion in 2017, a 15% land bank from 3% to 12% of First Philippine Holdings Cor- segments. able movements in deferred where it garnered an average au- (40.7%) kept its throne as the morning block with an tributable to equity holders of THE board of directors of Lopez Holdings Corporation, in its ties, fronting the expansive main increase from 2016. The com- its total assets. poration (FPH) posted an at- Net income attributable to income tax following the peso dience share of 41% compared the country’s most watched average audience share of 36% the parent while ABS-CBN meeting on May 17, 2018, approved the declaration of cash div- pool deck and housing indoor pany’s 2017 revenue of P14.3 “Aside from properties we will tributable recurring net income FPH registered an increase depreciation during the period, to GMA’s 26% and in Mega program in May, followed by versus GMA’s 31%, the noon- Corporation registered a 31% idends of P0.10 to stockholders of record as of May 31, 2018. amenities like the fitness gym, billion can be mainly attributed be closing in , we (RNI) of P2.7 billion, higher by of P190 million or 10%, from and one-off expenses incurred Manila where it registered 36%, “Bagani” (32.4%) starring En- time block with 47% compared increase in net income dur- Dividends will be paid out on June 16, 2018. function room and a co-working to the increased bookings of are currently in advanced discus- P719 million or 36% versus last P1.9 billion to P2.1 billion, as by Energy Development Cor- beating GMA’s 34%. rique Gil and Liza Soberano. to GMA’s 32% and the after- ing the period. Unfavorable space. Introducing more diverse The Proscenium at Rockwell sions for mixed-use projects in year’s P2.0 billion. The growth the growth in RNI was subdued poration for the restoration of unit types, it allows investors to and construction accomplish- both the north and south of the ABS-CBN also ruled in The other ABS-CBN shows noon block with 45%, beating was driven by stronger operat- by the parent’s share in unreal- its Leyte plants. choose from more studios to ment for Edades Suites and metro. We are very excited about Total with 41% versus in the top 10 include “Your Face GMA’s 37%. various sizes of two- and three- Rockwell Primaries’ The Van- this growth as it will allow us to First Gen recurring earnings up 34% bedroom units for discerning tage at Kapitolyo. EBITDA introduce different products and Promos & offers Rockwell consolidated revenues grow 9% FIRST Gen Corporation re- exchange losses and Energy at critical periods of the day. growing families. [earnings before interest, taxes, share the Rockwell lifestyle to ported recurring net income Development Corporation’s We continue to progress with ROCKWELL Land Corpora- P1,063 million, 19% higher than venture contributes 6% to the “Our venture into the Que- depreciation and amortization] new markets,” said Rockwell se- 4 things to do before the new school year begins attributable to equity holders (EDC) weak performance in the development of our LNG tion registered P3,333 million in last year’s P894 million primarily company’s total EBITDA. zon City area surprised us with amounted to P3.6 billion, 7% nior vice president for Business Here are last-minute things in their routine before school Visit e-commerce sites, look of the parent of $60 million in 1Q18. [liquefied natural gas] regasifi- consolidated revenues, higher by driven by strong performance of Residential development, robust sales. Riding on this suc- higher than previous year. Development Davy Tan. parents can do to prepare for starts. This way, they will not for discounted items and shop the first quarter of 2018. This First Gen’s consolidated cation facility. Recent supply 9% from last year’s P3,063 mil- the residential segment. Overall commercial development and the new school year. feel overwhelmed when it for school essentials in the is a 34% or $15 million jump revenues from the sale of tightness makes it increas- lion for the first three months EBITDA margin registered at hotel contributed 66%, 32% and Learn a new baon recipe. If comes to understanding new comfort of your own home. from its $45 million in earn- electricity increased by $28 ingly evident that we cannot ended March 31, 2018 and 32% of total revenues, which is 2% to the total EBITDA, re- you’re eager to whip up a new topics. Make the most of a fiber ings from the same period in million or 7% to $457 million afford to not have natural gas 2017. Eighty-three percent of higher compared to last year’s spectively. recipe for your kids’ baon, You- Sign up for a short-term broadband connection before 2017. compared to $429 million in in the country’s energy mix,” the revenues came from the sale 29%. The total revenues used as Net income after tax (NIAT) Tube is the perfect gold mine. raket. Search for short-term the new school year starts with The company’s natural gas 1Q17. First Gen president and COO of condominium units, includ- basis for the EBITDA margin registered at P614 million, up by Watch tutorials from thou- projects for freelance work and One SKY’s 50% off promo that platform delivered recurring The natural gas portfolio Giles Puno said. ing accretion of interest income. excludes gross revenues from the 19% from last year’s P516 mil- sands of vloggers and learn accomplish these at home. Just runs until July 31. Enjoy 50% earnings of $46 million versus accounted for $293 million, EDC’s geothermal, wind and Total EBITDA [earnings joint venture with Meralco as lion. NIAT margin remains at cooking hacks and creative log on to freelance sites and off on the first three months $19 million previously. Recur- or 64% of First Gen’s total solar revenues accounted for before interest, tax, deprecia- the latter is reported separately. 18%, slightly higher than the baon presentations that your look for a raket that suits you. when you make the big switch ring earnings in the geother- consolidated revenues. Their $136 million, or 30% of total tion and amortization] reached Share in net income in the joint same period in 2017. kids will love. The extra cash might be help- to One SKY, a fiber broadband mal platform earned $14 mil- revenues were 26% higher in consolidated revenues (see story Find online tutoring pro- ful when unexpected school and cable TV bundle plan, and lion in the first three months the first three months-ended in May issue). grams. If you think your kids expenses start piling up. access cable TV shows for free! of 2018, in comparison to $32 2018 mainly due to higher FG Hydro, owner of the will have a hard time adjusting Go back-to-school shop- Visit mysky.com.ph/switch or million due to damage caused volumes and spot market 132-MW Pantabangan-Ma- Surveys say over half of to new lessons, try incorpo- ping—online. Tired of head- drop by any SKYzone business by typhoon Urduja that af- prices. The total recurring siway hydroelectric plants, rating educational programs ing to the mall or Divisoria? center. fected the Leyte site in De- earnings contribution from reported a minor decrease in Seated, l-r: SKYBIZ Regional Sales head Larry Ortonio, SKYBIZ MDU Sales head Eduardo Garrovillas, RLC VP Engr. Emmanuel Arce and RLC associate director Anatolio Enderez; Standing, l-r: SKYBIZ key accounts manager for Pasig, cember 2017. The hydro plat- First Gen’s natural gas port- revenues of $1 million or 7% MetroBy Kane Choa Manila now on DTT form came in slightly lower at folio increased by $27 mil- to $15 million, as its ancil- Marikina and Cainta Mary Ann Jingco, SKYBIZ key accounts manager for QC Jenica Nastor, RLC associate marketing SKYdirect lets you add the channels you want to $5 million for the period de- lion to $46 million in the first lary services contract expired MORE than half of the to- The results from the polling joying ABS-CBN TVplus’ pro- director Mark Stephen Delumen and RLC associate director John Thomas Garcia your basic plan! spite the absence of ancillary quarter of 2018 due to a posi- in February 2017. The hydro tal number of homes in Metro firms show that more and more gram offerings, translating into SKYdirect subscribers nation- at P20/month. Parents may able at P1,000/month. Start- service sales. tive reversal from the losses plants account for only 3% of Manila are watching television consumers are making the higher viewership for two of its SKYBIZ, Robinsons Land renew partnership wide can now choose channels want daily news updates care ing this June, Nickelodeon Jr. The company’s strong num- previously incurred by Avion First Gen’s total consolidated via digital terrestrial television switch from analog to DTT, as exclusive channels. to add to their basic plan us- of ANC or tips from cooking will also give toddlers a dose of bers were boosted by lower ex- and San Gabriel. revenues. Consequently, the (DTT), according to the latest ABS-CBN reports it has sold a Movie channel CineMo is RESIDENTS of Robinsons Bloc West, Radiance iWant TV, Netflix, and HBO ing SKYdirect Select. This a la or travel shows via the Metro their favorites at P50/month. penses at the parent company, “Even if San Gabriel is recurring attributable earn- surveys conducted by Pulse Asia cumulative total of five million the third most watched chan- Land Corporation (RLC) and the two towers of Sonata GO which is exclusive to SKY. carte option allows subscrib- Channel and TLC, each also “SKYdirect Select gives our most of which were a result of currently fully merchant and ings contribution of $5 mil- and SWS. ABS-CBN TVplus boxes as of nel in Metro Manila with an properties will soon experi- Private Residences with plans SKYBIZ MDU Sales head ers to choose and add chan- at P20/month. For a mix of subscribers the flexibility to deleveraging initiatives. awaiting the regulatory ap- lion slightly changed. Pulse Asia and SWS con- May 3. average audience share of 7% ence One SKY’s fiber-powered that offer internet speeds of up Eduardo Garrovillas and RLC nels according to the viewing entertainment and education- build their channel listing by Attributable net income in proval for the power supply “We expect the geothermal ducted surveys in March, With the robust sales of for the month of April, ac- broadband as the real estate de- to 100mbps. The plans come VP for Construction and De- needs of each family mem- al programs for the kids, add adding specific channels for the first quarter of 2018 of $40 contract with Meralco, we still and hydro platforms to catch which showed, respectively, ABS-CBN TVplus driving the cording to data from Kantar veloper renewed its partnership with the best cable TV view- sign Engr. Emmanuel Arce ber. Movie aficionados will Nickelodeon and History HD, the family’s better viewing ex- million was only 4% lower from posted a strong turnaround up in the coming quarters. that 51% and 56% of Metro rise in DTT penetration, ABS- Media covering urban and ru- with SKYBIZ in a ceremony ing experience as they have the said they hope for the contin- surely want more blockbuster each at P50/month, while fans perience,” said Abigail Ng Sy, 2017. The strong showing from with higher spot market EDC’s Leyte site is back to Manila homes own a DTT CBN is ahead of other broad- ral homes, while children’s en- held at the ELJ Communica- most premium HD channels in ued success of the partnership flicks, so they can have in of all things Korean can enjoy SKYdirect product head. Visit the 97-megawatt (MW) Avion prices in the first quarter of pre-earthquake and typhoon box. cast companies in supporting tertainment channel YeY! has tions Center on May 4. the country. Subscribers will also between the two companies, their lineup PBO, TMC and KBS World at P50/month. For mysky.com.ph/skydirectselect peaking plant and the 420-MW 2018. The gas plants continue levels while FG Hydro has The Pulse Asia and SWS sur- the government’s mandate for gained a solid following as the The partnership empowers be treated to which has been ongoing for 10 , each sabong lovers, SLTV is avail- for more info. San Gabriel flex plant as well to demonstrate their impor- resumed selling ancillary ser- veys also found, respectively, that the full shift to DTT by 2023. fourth most watched channel residents of RLC’s Sapphire services like , years. as savings in interest expense tance to the grid by serving vices since end-March of this 16% and 17% of households na- This latest milestone also in Metro Manila with an aver- partly offset unrealized foreign consumers with power needed year,” Puno said. tionwide have a DTT box. indicates that viewers are en- age audience share of 5%. Follow us @lopezlinkph on and Like us on at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline  Lopezlink June 2018 Councils Lopezlink June 2018  couch potato treats Special Feature AC grooves as JM de Guzman, Rhian celeb VJ ELJ CMA now an independent senior high school AC Bonifacio is a By Kane Choa ball of energy as Ramos to star in new movie THE Eugenio Lopez Jr. Cen- she gets on board as MYX’s guest SINCE making his showbiz sura niya, ang layo ng pagkaka- The actor said ter for Media Arts Senior High celebrity VJ this comeback, JM de Guzman has log niya,” he said about his new he has decided School (ELJ CMA SHS) for- June. Meanwhile, been working almost nonstop. leading lady. to focus on his mally opened its doors as a full- Visayan hip-hop Aside from his afternoon series JM said he couldn’t be any hap- career and allow fledged public senior high school trio Midnasty “Araw Gabi,” JM also appears on pier to have been blessed with an- his love life to recently, giving opportunities to showcases its “ASAP” every Sunday. And now he other chance in showbiz. take the back- Filipino students who aspire to hypnotic and in- is set to work on a new movie op- “Masaya, masarap sa pakiramdam. seat. be journalists, filmmakers and triguing songs in posite Rhian Ramos. Grace na siya para sa akin ng Diyos. “Parang ma- media practitioners. “MYX Spotlight.” Although they belong to rival Hindi siya something na deserve syado yata akong “We are grateful and honored Callalily also networks, JM said he and Rhian ko o ginawa ko kaya nangyayari ito. kampante at aro- to be able to work hand in hand makes a comeback on the music channel as the no longer need to break the ice. Hindi makapaniwala, may ganung gante na kung with the public to serve the Fili- month’s “MYX Headliner.” Catch AC on “Mel- “Makulit [siya]. Kasi may araw na, ‘Lord, salamat na lang. uunahin ko pa pino youth by working together low MYX” on June 10-16, “My MYX” on June group chat kami na doon kami Baka may rason kaya mo binibigay ang love life, na to provide them with accessible, 17-23 and “Pop MYX” on June 24-30. MYX is nagba-bond sa Viber group na sa akin ito.’ Wala nang words na dapat inuna ko ang sarili ko at ang JM de Guzman currently quality education,” said ABS- stars in ‘Araw Gabi’ with CBN chairman Mark Lopez. on SKYcable Ch. 23 and SKYdirect Ch. 37. ‘yun. Nagkukulitan na kami para masasabi ngayon. Unbelievable,” he career ko,” he said. (Excerpted from ABS-CBN chairman Mark Barbie Imperial “This serves as the beginning of mawala na ‘yung hiya. Sa it- said. news.abs-cbn.com) Lopez stresses the company’s a long-term and concrete com- commitment to support and Mark Lopez, ABS-CBN University president Charo Santos-Concio, Mayor Herbert Bautista, ABS-CBN COO for broadcast Cory Vidanes and DepEd mitment to fruitful private- invest in the education of young division superintendent Elizabeth Quesada, flanked by PNP QC superintendent Gen. Joselito Esquivel and ELJ CMA principal Janet Dionio, cut the Martin returns to late-night TV on ANC TFC bags back- public sector partnerships in Filipinos ribbon on the new school By Kane Choa education.” to-back wins at The school, a partnership house more than 400 students half of ABS-CBN, and out of graduates in April have been is set to make his “This new show is really very style block, which will feature local among ABS-CBN, the Quezon in its 20 classrooms, with facili- gratitude for being part of this accepted to some of the coun- late-night TV comeback with a new exciting because I’ll be asking and foreign lifestyle programs on 2018 Regional City government, Department of ties for a library, computer and partnership, we commit to con- try’s best universities offering show called “LSS: The Martin Nieve- my guests—businessmen, lead- weekdays starting 10:30 p.m. and Emmys Education (DepEd) and Magna speech laboratories and an au- tinuously invest in and support film- and media-related -stud ABS-CBN S+A, LIGA ra Show,” which will air on ANC. ers, entrepreneurs, and celebri- on weekends starting 10 p.m. Anima Teachers College, is now diovisual room. our young men and women, ies, including University of the Viewers will get to join Nievera ties—questions that the public The lineup includes ANC origi- TFC nabbed two awards at the housed in its own building and The curriculum was devel- who are the future of the media , the University of to air 2018 FIFA World as he gets up close, personal and want answered,” said Martin. “I’m nals “Executive Class,” “Asian Air 47th Annual Northern grounds on Sct. Torillo, Kamun- oped by DepEd and enhanced arts industry.” Sto. Tomas, Ateneo de Manila Cup Russia candid with the movers and shak- going to be just like the people you Safari” and “Rev,” and four ad- Emmy Awards held recently at the ing, . by ABS-CBN University and “Because students have a University, De La Salle Univer- Watch the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia live on ers of the country, experiencing mentioned: the fan, the spectator ditional new shows, led by “State SF Jazz Center. It was recently inaugurated Magna Anima with input from school like this, they can take sity and Polytechnic University TV and online through ABS-CBN Integrated new adventures with them outside or even the basher.” of the Art,” a five-episode series TFC bested KTVU Fox 2, by Lopez, ABS-CBN Uni- media industry practitioners. charge of their future and actu- of the Philippines, according to Sports’ channels and website starting June 14 at of the studio. ANC has also launched its life- on the growing local art industry KRCB in Sonoma County and versity president Charo San- Magna Anima focuses on the ally have a way to pursue their Dionio. 11 pm, when Russia takes on Saudi Arabia in hosted by . “Show Me Hawaii News Now (KGMB) tos-Concio, ABS-CBN chief enhancement of public school interests and make it into a Those interested to apply the opener. All 64 matches will be aired, with 56 the Market” features Zubuchon when “Box City,” an original “Bali- operating officer for Broadcast education in the Philippines career. It serves as a stepping next school year must have a matches shown live and eight matches shown on founder and food expert Joel Bin- tang America” (BA) documentary, Cory Vidanes, representatives and trains instructors to teach stone to further their education minimum average of 85%, suc- “Delay” on cable TV via LIGA and LIGA HD. amira and chef JP Anglo as they won in the Public/ Current/Com- of DepEd and Quezon City in public senior high schools. and work towards a better life,” cessfully pass an entrance exam ABS-CBN S+A and S+A HD will carry over 30 explore wet markets around the munity Affairs Program/Special- Mayor Herbert Bautista. Santos-Concio said: “This noted Janet Dionio, principal and interview, and submit a matches including the semifinal and final matches. country and create dishes from lo- English category. The documen- Donated by ABS-CBN and campus was built as a home of of ELJ CMA. portfolio. The school accepts All matches will also be available via livestream- cal ingredients. Foreign programs tary tells the story of Filipinos built by First Balfour Inc. on dreams and opportunities for Since the school began ad- applicants from Quezon City ing on sports.abs-cbn.com/2018FIFAWorldCup. “The Wine Show” and “Booze Trav- land from the Quezon City many young Filipinos who are mitting students in 2016, stu- and surrounding municipalities ELJ CMA is the product of ABS-CBN’s partnership with the QC who built cardboard and plywood government, DepEd and Magna Anima eler” offer a look at wines and spir- homes in an encampment called government, ELJ CMA can the hope of our country. On be- dents from its first batch of and provinces. its around the world. Box City. Now on its 22nd year, ANC is “Box City” was produced by Biz Excellence an industry pioneer committed to the same team behind the Emmy innovation and excellence in de- Award-winning documentary “The livering news and information and Filipino Champions of SOMA” New ANC hosts Martin Nievera and Iza Calzado with ABS-CBN Lifestyle now, even lifestyle content, to Fili- ABS-CBN wins Best TV Station, dominates Golden Dove Awards Ecosystem content acquisition head Ces Oreña-Drilon that won the regional Emmy for pinos worldwide. the same category five years ago: ABS-CBN dominated the 26th Year Award for his exemplary “Broadcast media may be things that are obviously wrong Announcement). “FPJ’s Ang tively. overall-in-charge of Production Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng contributions to the industry old media to some, but truth but are being passed off as the Probinsyano” won Best Drama “Sports U” took the award for Olivia de Jesus and John Lazatin; Pilipinas (KBP) Golden Dove throughout his career spanning is truth, no matter how old,” truth. We can still choose to re- Program while “It’s Showtime” Best Sports Program for the Janine Berdin is newest ‘Tawag producer, writer and host Henni Awards, winning Best TV sta- 45 years. Musngi credited his said Musngi. “We’re still in a main under the radar or speak won Best Variety Program episode “Ikaw Ang Panalo.” ng Tanghalan’ grand champion Espinosa; director of photography tion and 26 other awards for its mentors over the years and fel- position to speak the truth as when it may not be fashionable (Television). “Goin’ Bulilit” won In the radio category, Jeremiah Ysip; editor Jon Santos; programs, journalists and artists. low broadcasters for continuing our conscience knows it. To to do so.” Best Comedy Program (Televi- DZMM Radyo 630 won best SIXTEEN-year-old Janine Berdin on YouTube. and graphics artist Mike Carrion. Peter Musngi won the Ka to pursue the truth in the age of explain, to clarify, to denounce In the news and public affairs sion) and the Christmas station AM Station (Metro Manila), of Cebu became the latest singer to In the final round, Janine earned Patrick Luna provided drone shots Doroy Broadcaster of the information and social media. when we have to. To point out category, “” won ID “Just Love Ngayong Christ- while “Gising Pilipinas DZMM be named the grand champion of a standing ovation from the judges and additional video. Best Documentary Program mas” won Best Television Sta- 630” won Best Radio Newscast “It’s Showtime’s” “Tawag ng Tang- and the madlang people in Aliw Espinosa, BA’s assignment and Best Radio Public Affairs tion Promotional Material. Program and “Dear MOR” won Fresh episodes of halan” at Aliw Theater on June 2. Theater after she sang a medley of editor and senior correspondent, program, with Ted Failon win- won Best Ac- Best Radio Drama Program. Janine recorded the highest total songs by Bamboo—“Noypi,” “Tat- also won as On-Camera Talent- ning Best Public Service Host tress for Drama Program (Tele- MOR’s DJ Popoy won Best Kapamilya shows on average score of 96.11% from the sulok” and “Hallelujah.” Program Host in the English (Television). “Red Alert” won vision) for her performance Music Radio Jock. Jeepney TV combined hurado scores and text Before this, she performed Sam- category for her work on “Box Best Public Service Program in the “” ABS-CBN’s regional sta- Kapamilya will have another chance to enjoy and online votes, thrashing Ato paguita’s “Nosi Balasi.” City.” while Jeff Canoy won Best episode “Kotse-Kotsehan”; Piolo tions also bagged awards. ABS- “It’s Showtime,” “” and “ASAP” Arman (74.27%) of Bukidnon and As the grand champion, Janine The National Academy of Public Affairs Program Host Pascual won Best Actor for CBN Davao’s “Agri Tayo Dito” as Jeepney TV airs same-day telecasts of these Steven Paysu (61.80%) of Califor- won a vacation package from 2GO, Television Arts & Sciences is (Television). “Matanglawin” Drama Program for his perfor- won Best Science and Tech- ABS-CBN programs. Starting June 11, catch nia. a musical gadgets package from JB P500,000, while third placer Ste- the premier and most recognized won Best Children’s Program mance in the same show in the nology Program for TV, while “Magandang Buhay: Momshies sa Hapon” Mon- The youngest in the competi- Music, a livelihood package from ven was awarded P250,000. nonprofit organization dedicated while won Best episode “Upuan.” ABS-CBN Baguio’s “Mag-TV days to Fridays at 4:15pm and “It’s Showtime sa tion, Janine was also the first to Siomai House, premium television After the vocal showdowns in to the advancement of excellence Magazine Host (Television). The stars of ABS-CBN TV- Na Atin ‘To” won Best TV Cul- Primetime” at 8:15pm, Mondays until Saturdays. enter Saturday’s grand showdown sets from HKTV, management “,” beauty in television. The San Francisco/ Zhander Cayabyab won Best plus’ family comedy “Funny Ka, ture and Arts Program. Mean- Don’t miss “ASAP: Encore” every Sunday at 8pm during the weeklong grand finals. contracts, a house and lot from queens will take over the “It’s Northern California chapter was TV News Field Reporter. Pare Ko,” Bayani Agbayani and while, “TV Patrol” Northern starting June 17. Jeepney is available on SKYcable Her performances frequently gar- Camella, P2 million and a trophy Showtime” stage in the grand finals chartered in 1961. It recognizes “Tulong na Tayo Para sa , won Best Actor Luzon Baguio won Best TV Ch. 9, Analog 41 and Digital 9. nered raved from the judges and created by visual artist Toym Imao. of the “Miss Q & A” segment on excellence in television with the L-R: Ka Doroy Broadcaster of the Year Award recipient Peter Musngi; ‘Sports U’ host Dyan Castillejo; and Marawi” won Best Televi- and Best Actress for Comedy News Program (Provincial). (K. have racked up millions of views Second placer Ato received June 30. coveted Emmy Awards. Creative Communications Management head Robert Labayen sion PSA (Public Service Program (Television), respec- Choa)  Lopezlink June 2018 Lopezlink June 2018  10 THINGS... Metro print titles (Metro, Metro Though there are many options, By Carla Paras-Sison from page 1 Society, Metro Home & Enter- there were no assurances on taining, Metro Weddings, Metro the quality of the content, the 1. Why create a Super Brand? Him, Metro Active, and Metro credibility of the source and the We wanted to offer the best Working Mom), on ground (an- fit or relevance to the market. curated lifestyle experience nual Metrowear fashion show, Metro stands out with its expert Chris Lopez and the across different platforms—on the Metro Society Ball, At the curation and the presence of air, on ground, in print and on Table, Summer Soul and the lifestyle icons and influencers. digital—24/7. International Shoot), as well 6. How is the 2. What’s the benefit to the as on air (Metro TV specials as different? It gives a more curated journey to Metro market? So that the afflu- aired on Lifestyle Network). and heightened lifestyle experi- ent female market can get the 4. What is the Super Brand ence, elevating everything, from FOR Christina Lopez, her 25 copy head (Hemisphere-Leo more additional roles: Content lifestyle content they want and now? We are the first and only the channel packaging to pro- years in media may look like a Burnett), freelance creative head for Metro titles and head need anywhere, any time. local lifestyle Super Brand duction values and the quality of long and winding road across director ( J. Walter Thompson), of Special Executions and 3. Why Metro? Metro, the across all platforms. A pioneer- content. This mirrors the Metro different creative fields that do freelance writer (Design & Ar- Special Projects. So there was a flagship title of ABS-CBN ing first in the media scene, we brand essence, which has always not seemingly connect. How- chitecture Magazine), freelance time when she was concurrently Publishing, has 29 years of have combined print, digital, on been about promoting the well- ever, if you look closely, you writer and art director (in People managing four teams—Mar- experience as the authority in ground and on air platforms to styled life. The channel caters to will see rich experiences in dif- Asia Magazine and in Eastgate keting, Creatives, Metro Edito- lifestyle. Through the years, it offer the best curated lifestyle older female consumers while ferent creative industries that Publishing) and as director for rial teams and Special Projects. transformed to serve the needs content from expert and cred- retaining its food, travel, home contribute greatly to her ability Marketing, Communications In 2013, she was asked to leave of the market, from its origin ible sources. and style content categories. No to do multi-platform functions and On Air (MTV Philip- the four departments to take on of current events magazine, to 5. What can we expect from other lifestyle channel on cable in her current role as Metro pines). a new role as the Content and Clockwise from top: ABS-CBN Lifestyle Ecosystem head Paolo Pineda; lifestyle magazine, to a female- the Metro Super Brand? It can match the number of experts Group Head of the ABS-CBN Synergized cable and Editorial director for API. ‘Driven’ host Tricia Centenera, Metro Channel head Lala Lazaro, Pineda centric magazine in the 1990s, will make the industry and and influencers that are part of Lifestyle Ecosystem or LES. print Lopez culls some of the and ‘Women of Style’ host Joey Mead King; The team enjoys the ‘Summer before fully pivoting to a fashion market excited about lifestyle the Metro channel shows—from After graduating with a She was with MTV Philip- learnings she absorbed from neering with the merging of up in college or pursue as a Soul’ sunset cruise magazine in 2011. It is the only again, especially during this lifestyle icons such as Pia Wurtz- BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) pines when she was invited to her earlier assignments: “March the print and cable businesses, career. It was always clear to local title with brand extensions time when many brands are vy- bach, Marc Nelson, Maggie Wil- Advertising degree from the head Integrated Marketing Ventosa, head of Marketing for a first on the local media me that I would be part of the across different platforms with ing for the audience’s attention. son-Consunji, Joey Mead King, University of San Francisco for ABS-CBN’s Cable Chan- ABS-CBN in 2007, was my scene. It was an exciting time, creative industry and media. Tim Yap, Raul Manzano, Anton in 1992, Lopez worked as a nels and Print Media Group former boss in Hemisphere- but also a challenging one. Although the journey that Meet the team Barretto, Stephanie Kienle-Gon- production assistant on the (CCPMG) in March 2007. Leo Burnett. He told me to Like with introducing any- led me to where I am today zalez, JP Anglo, Joel Binamira, film “Murder in the First” by “I reported directly to Mon- be patient. ABS-CBN is a big thing new to an organization, was not a straight path, but a Claude Tayag and Sandy Daza. Le Studio Canal Plus. It was chet ( Jose Ramon) Olives, who company so sometimes trying timing is critical and of course zigzag road that exposed me 7. How does Metro.Style fit in a memorable first job on the first presented the idea of a syn- to get something done is like support from the top makes a to film, advertising, publish- the equation? It is the umbrella movie starring Academy Award ergized cable and print business trying to move an aircraft car- big difference.” ing, cable and production, all website of all the Metro brands winner Gary Oldman, Kevin back in 2007,” Lopez recalls. rier. He also said ‘people will Today, she works with these experiences that I have across all platforms which offers Bacon and Christian Slater. At the time, Olives was ABS- ultimately judge you by what some 50 people in Metro grown to love contribute the best lifestyle content to in- This was one of the most CBN senior vice president and they personally know about brands across all platforms: greatly to what I do today as form, inspire and transform the physically demanding jobs she head of CCPMG. you.’ He said this to me when Metro, Metro Society, Metro Metro Group head. Having lives of the audience. ever worked on—16 hours a “In my first year, I worked I made a call that was good for Home, Metro Weddings, Metro. this sense of purpose and the 8. Would there be synergy day as a production assistant predominantly with the exist- the brand but unpopular with Style and the newly launched fulfillment of this creative between brands? Definitely, as entailed everything from man- ing marketing teams of CPI some people. This was his way Metro Channel. need helps me be a better all the Metro branded platforms ning the 20-line phones, driv- ( Inc.) for the of telling me to have faith in “This new setup is part of person overall. It helps me synergize to maximize their re- ing the producers around and cable channels and API (ABS- people and their ability to make the organization’s mandate stay centered and focused on sources and ensure that they serve cleaning the men’s restroom CBN Publishing Inc.) for print. fair assessments about me in to align platforms across what should matter.” the needs of the target market. once when the janitors did It was a team of about 10 Mar- spite of whatever fake news may ecosystems and markets we She adds: “The Metro 9. Who is behind the Metro not show up. There were great keting heads and officers. We have been said out of anger.” serve. Our goal is to establish Group is a new chapter in Group and the Lifestyle Eco- times, too—like being the only eventually added more people “Philip Cu-Unjieng, who was the Metro platforms as the a creative journey that has system? Metro has a combina- Asian and the only woman and grew the team to about part of the sales team in CCP- authority on the best curated completely enriched my life. tion of people who have exten- picked to join the first assistant 15 to manage the marketing, MG, was my former boss and lifestyle content. We are set up Creating with a bigger sense of sive experience in media but are director’s team during principal promotions and events of seven editor at People Asia Magazine. this way to ensure that we pro- purpose makes the experience also purveyors of the well-styled photography. cable channels and 17 print ‘Don’t assume that when you vide the affluent female mar- all the more meaningful and life. These experts shape the con- Moving back to Manila titles that were divided into four send an email people will read it.’ ket with content that informs, worthwhile. I am grateful to my tent of the different platforms. in 1995, she worked for three genres—female, male, youth I learned this the hard way. It is inspires and transforms lives.” bosses, and to the people who 10. What’s next for the Super publishing groups, three ad- and entertainment,” she adds. still best to talk to people directly. Lopez considers herself encouraged me to go down this Brand? Expect new local shows vertising companies and a Managing four teams Best practical advice. fortunate to have found her road, for making me part of a Seated, l-r: Terry Villareal, Marketing, Events and Creative Services head; Lala Lazaro, Metro Channel head; and Ernie Lopez, ABS-CBN Publishing Inc. and showcasing more exciting per- multinational cable company In 2008, she was also asked First on PH media scene passion early in life. group that was primarily set up Creative Programs Inc. president; Standing, l-r: Gladys Mallillin, Metro Channel Creative Group head; Mark Yambot, Print Publishing, Digital Operations sonalities for the Metro Chan- before joining ABS-CBN. She to head the creative teams of “In those early years of Sense of purpose to enable, empower and inspire and Branded Marketing Unit head; Ces Drilon, Content Acquisitions head; Christina Lopez, Metro Group head; Paolo Pineda, Lifestyle Ecosystem head; nel, as well as big and exclusive earned her spurs as copywriter the seven cable channels and CCPMG, we were tasked with “I was 14 when I discov- women to create and live their and Marga Mendoza, Marketing and Events head; Inset, clockwise from top: Geolette Esguerra, Metro Magazine editor in chief; Raul Manzano, Metro campaigns in Metro Magazine (for Lintas Manila), group in 2011, she was assigned two doing something new and pio- ered what I wanted to take best lives now.” Society Magazine editor in chief; Anton Barretto, Metro Home & Entertaining Magazine editor in chief; and Tootsy Angara, Lifestyle Ecosystem Sales head and Metro.Style. Spotlight Milestones Metro Super Brand advocates marine conservation in benefit show 1989 Sotto creation, Metro evolves 2003 2009 with Hollywood ac- sonalities wearing 25 Filipino Metro, then bearing the tagline into a women’s magazine The first Metrowear show fea- One-hundred designers pro- tor Matt Lanter designers and shot by 25 pho- CEBU’S A-listers such as Mar- festivities were led by Metro the Move,” Anton Barretto of niles were brought to Crimson “The City Life,” puts Fernando 1999 turing 144 creations from 24 duce exclusive designs for Flies to tographers gie Lhuillier, designers Philip Channel hosts Joey Mead King “Metro Home,” Tricia Centen- Resort’s marine reserve for a Zobel on the cover of its Changes its tagline to “Live in of the Fashion Design Council Metrowear 100 to celebrate Paris for the magazine’s first 2015 Rodriguez, Jun Escario and OJ of “Women of Style” and Tim era of “Driven” and Maggie safe and protected area to grow maiden issue Style” to reflect its new identity of the Philippines’ designers is Metro’s 20th anniversary Eurotrip as it evolves into the Launches Metro in Motion in Hofer, and 2008 Yap of “Tim’s Table” as guests Wilson-Consunji and Marc and develop. 1990 as a fashion lifestyle magazine held at ABS-CBN’s Studio 10 2010 fashion authority New York Fashion Week for Karla Henry-Ammann gath- arrived at the Crimson Resort Nelson of “Beached.” As part of the protected The first illustrated cover high- 2001 2004 Brings together 19 top celeb- 2012 Metro’s YouTube channel ered in “Summer Soul,” a mid- in Mactan. The benefit party Aside from launching the reserve, the giant clams are lights “The Paper Wars” The Metro brand starts ex- Adopts the tagline “The Talk rities for a most memorable Collaborates with 2017 summer night filled with great kicked off with a sunset cruise local programming of Metro monitored monthly by the 1991 panding with the launch of of the Town” to go with its new cover shoot featuring director in celebrating the latter’s 20th Metro becomes a multi-plat- food, cocktails and music, for overlooking the Cebu skyline. Channel, the event also served resort’s marine biologist to Celebrates its second anniver- Metro Working Mom and Metro masthead, which it still uses anniversary, pairing 20 Star form Super Brand under the Metro’s launch as the country’s Also in attendance were as a benefit gathering as guests ensure optimal environment sary at the Intercontinental Weddings, followed by Metro today Launches the Metro iPad Magic actresses with 20 top Lifestyle Ecosystem, launches first multi=platform lifestyle ABS-CBN Lifestyle Eco- adopted a total of 50 clams and for growth and eventual re- Hotel with over 600 guests Active, Metro Him, Metro 2005 app designers Metro.Style super brand available in print, system head Paolo Pineda, raised funds to keep the local production. Metro put these 1994 Home & Entertaining and Changes its tagline anew, to 2011 2014 2018 online and now on television. Metro Channel head Lala seas alive for future generations. clams up for adoption during With its first wedding special Metro Society “The Independent Woman” Metro’s first international cover Puts out a five-cover issue, Launch of Metro Channel With the theme #Keep- Lazaro, Metro Channel hosts In December 2016, 100 the “Summer Soul” event to featuring a bride in an Inno shoot, in , pairs which also gathers 25 per- CLAMandSavetheSeas, the Raul Manzano of “EIC on tridacna or giant clam juve- help sustain the project. Metro Channel hosts Joey Mead King, Raul Manzano and Anton Barretto  Lopezlink June 2018 Corporate Sustainability Museum/Values Lopezlink June 2018  Inclusive ‘Gusto Kong Mag-Aral’ preps In memoriam Buntis Congress kids for new school year THOUSANDS of Filipino Rogy Panganiban, 61 children are going to school this LAURO “Rogy” Lopez Pan- 29, 1935-July 25, 2017), had ous philanthropists of his time. which “was so much more ex- June with greater hope and ex- ganiban III was among the chaired until she died at the Among all the Lopez cousins of citing than fishing.” citement after receiving brand- is for all women kindest, gentlest and most age of 81. PAAFI subsidizes his generation, it was Rogy who During martial law, his fam- new bags and school supplies charitable souls anybody could the education of public school had lived the longest with his ily moved to the US to take care DZMM brought joy, new out and help all women, to- or budgeting techniques, re- through the “Gusto Kong Mag- meet. students through allowances grandparents, moving in with of his grandparents in exile. He nowledge and public service gether with our DZMM an- spectively. Aral” project of ABS-CBN He worked at ABS-CBN provided by donors for trans- them after his parents separated. remembers with pride working to almost 700 women in the chors, and give practical and The program, which was Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation Corporation, moving through portation, school supplies, uni- His father was the late Lauro for a car rental agency, proof HaPINAY Day: DZMM Bun- important tips that they can hosted by Niña Corpuz-Ro- Inc.’s Operation Sagip. various divisions like Star forms and other school expens- Panganiban Jr. (August 17, that although they (Lopez tis Congress held in Robinsons use in their day-to-day lives,” driguez and Ahwel Paz, also Like last year, Operation Magic, ABS-CBN Consumer es. Rogy also supported the 1931-October 21, 1985). family members) had lived the Place Las Piñas on May 20. she said. included a discussion on “ping- Sagip has been going around dif- Products and Information medical and dental missions After his mother remarried, good life as young children, “if The project was expanded In addition to the buntis gang Pinoy” with nutritionist ferent elementary schools in the Technology. His last assign- of DZMM TLC (Teaching, he spent some of his teenage the going gets tough, we know this year to serve more women, tips from Dr. Bles Salvador of Jovina Sandoval, a fashion talk country to distribute learning kits ment was with Studio Tours, Loving, Caring) Public Service years in Greece, learning to we can do it.” including elderly and single “Dra. Bles @ Ur Serbis,” ganda with blogger Katrina Ruth Ra- to students and further inspire until he retired in 2016. on Wheels, being good friends read, write and speak Greek Rogy was very proud of his women. tips were also given by “Ma- mos and a lecture on caring for them to pursue their education. Outside of his work, he was with program-in-charge Dr. fluently. He called his stepfa- cousins who had emerged as DZMM station manager Beauty Po Naman” anchor Cory children with special needs by As of May 30, the team has Some of the schoolchildren who received their learning kits from Operation active with philanthropic ac- Luisa Puyat. ther “Baba” (Greek for dad). leaders of the Lopez family’s As for himself, his later them, as they did for me when Marah Faner-Capuyan said it Quirino and Dr. Luisa Ticzon- Joey Ambalada of the Winged given away 62,892 bags in prov- Sagip tivities, supporting scholars of After all, he was known as He remembered bonding with businesses and foundations, in years, other than his philan- I was younger,” he said in an is important for women to take Puyat. Wonder Institute of Educa- inces as far as Abra in Luzon, Phil-Asia Assistance Founda- the favorite grandson of the him (his stepfather, the late particular Gabby (Eugenio Lo- thropic endeavors, were spent interview in October 2017. care of themselves and their Dr. Lulu Marquez of “Pri- tion. in the Visayas and Tawi- hope that through this proj- Mag-Aral” has also reached tion Inc. (PAAFI), a founda- industrialist Eugenio H. Lopez Steve E. Psinakis, September pez III), Piki (Federico R. Lo- taking care of his parents. Born on September 7, 1956, health, especially mothers and vate Nights” gave marital ad- DZMM partnered with Tawi in Mindanao. A total of ect, ABS-CBN Lingkod Ka- Mountain Province, Occidental tion his mother, the late Pre- Sr. (July 20, 1901-July 4, 1975), 21, 1931-March 15, 2016) pez) and Gina (former DENR “I thank them for letting Rogy passed away on May 11, pregnant women. vice, while Atty. Claire Castro various organizations, includ- 105,000 children are expected pamilya is able to help ensure Mindoro, Apayao, Ilocos Sur, sentacion L. Psinakis (October who was among the most gener- while hunting for octopus, Secretary Gina Lopez). me be the one to take care of 2018 at the age of 61. “We know that women are of “Usapang Campanilla” and ing the Department of Health to benefit from “Gusto Kong a bright future for the nation Cavite, and Laguna in always very busy because of Vic Garcia of “Tulong Mo, and Midwives Foundation of Mag-Aral” this school year. by encouraging our children to Luzon; Capiz, Aklan, Antique, the different roles they have Pasa Ko” offered wais tips on the Philippines Inc., for this Jun Dungo, head of ABS- learn, stay in school and finish Leyte, Bohol, Biliran, Eastern The New Values Vanguards By Dulce Festin-Baybay to fulfill. We are here to reach legal problems and financial project. CBN Integrated Public Service their studies. None of these Samar and Iloilo in the Visayas; and director of Operation Sagip, would be possible if not for the and Lanao del Norte, Sulu, thanked donors for supporting continued support of our part- Bukidnon, Surigao del Norte, the “Gusto Kong Mag-Aral” ner-individuals and organiza- , Davao Orien- project again. tions,” Dungo said. tal, Zamboanga del Norte and For Gabbie, family is everything “The future of the country is Apart from the aforemen- Compostela Valley in Mind- in the hands of our youth. We tioned areas, “Gusto Kong anao. GABBIE is the daughter of Pia Management with a spe- on-site interview. Lopez and Raffy Abello and cialization in finance at Les The panel of granddaughter of Connie and Roches last December 2017. interviewers con- Oscar M. Lopez. She is second to Before transferring to Les sisted of five people Trike driver from Rizal the last in the Values Vanguards Roches, I was studying man- including the CEO series as we shift to a new format agement economics in Ateneo. and founder. I was that will focus on the beneficiaries I decided to switch courses intimidated, to say namedBy Ana Junio 3rd Pinoy Tsuper Hero of Lopez philanthropic and CSR because I felt that a career in the least. However, initiatives. Watch for it! hospitality suited me more the tension faded A tricycle driver from Antipolo, Kindly state your full name than an economics- related when we started Rizal was hailed as the third Pi- and nickname. How many are field. I am blessed enough to talking about my noy Tsuper Hero Grand Win- you in the family? have parents who not only interest in playing ner during the grand finals held My name is Gabriella Con- supported the decision, but football, and I got at ABS-CBN Theater. suelo Lopez Abello and my also pushed me to apply to a the offer the next Alberto Abad received nickname is Gabbie. We’re five great school abroad. day. I started work P140,000 cash prize, P50,000 girls in the family, no boys. It’s One of my main hobbies ever at the start of May worth of fuel and lube products, a lot of fun living in a house since I was younger was playing this year and have Bantay Kalikasan and its partners conduct another successful recyclables collection activity P1 million worth of family ac- full of so many girls with such football. I started playing when been constantly cident insurance for one year, strong personalities. The house I was nine and continued play- learning since then. a jersey jacket, a trophy and a was always very loud. There was ing even during the cold win- What is your advice Earth warriors start at ‘home’ brand-new car. He will also always someone singing, laugh- ters in Switzerland. I stopped to your younger By Eva Mae Nares serve as the official Pinoy Tsu- ing or screaming because of the playing football seriously after relatives regarding per Hero ambassador for a year. practical jokes we’d play on each high school but every so often, the Lopez Values BANTAY Kalikasan, together recyclables like used paper and the cleanliness in Subic Bay Aklan’s Johnny Damian re- other. We have a running joke I like to play pickup games with Is this your first job? How do and the responsibilities that go with the Subic Bay Metropoli- cartons, tin and aluminum cans, Freeport Zone. If we can do ceived P30,000 cash prize after in my family that my parents friends. Gabbie and her four sisters were always laughing, singing or pranking each you find it? with upholding these? tan Authority (SBMA) and its plastics and glass. it, then other Filipinos can be he was hailed as the first run- raised five sons. We were never Kindly describe your family other I am currently working in Push yourself to do things partners in recycling—Gen- Efren Ryan Abado, pollu- earth warriors, too.” ner-up. the affectionate type, choosing upbringing and how the Lo- as a management that scare you. Be brave and etron International Marketing, tion control officer at one of the SBMA chair Atty. Wilma Jiny Caballero of Cebu re- to show our love through jokes pez Values of integrity, pio- trade handmade friendship were going to have fun. trainee for Black Sheep Res- challenge your limits. It could Oriental & Motolite Marketing locators in Subic Bay, shared Eisma reiterated that people ceived a special citation as the and teasing. neering entrepreneurial spirit, bracelets one week and sell food Who influenced you the taurants. The restaurant group lead to so many amazing oppor- Corp., Joechem Environmental that their company has sup- should be aware of disposing first woman to complete the Alberto Abad holds up his trophy and other prizes after winning the search for I don’t think there is one business excellence, etc. were the next week. I was the young- most? came to Les Roches to recruit tunities and growth that would Corp., VAG General Mer- ported the recyclables collec- waste responsibly. journey from day one to the model Filipino drivers sister that I’m closest to. I go taught to you. est at the time and considered My mom definitely in- graduating students. I was lucky have never been possible had chandise and Pineda’s Junk- tion event from the beginning. “Toxic and nontoxic wastes grand finals. to each of them for different When I think about my the saling-pusa, so I mostly just fluenced me the most. She is enough to be chosen for their you decided to limit yourself. shop—worked together during He hopes that the practice of should not be disposed on Pinoy Tsuper Hero Year Paul Mercado, chief mar- ipaalam sa lahat na ang pag- things. I’m really just happiest childhood, all I can remember watched my older cousins and always there to support me in the fourth recyclables collection disposing hazardous wastes streets because there are trash 3 broke boundaries, with 20 keting unit head of ABS-CBN mamaneho ay isang noble na when we’re all together, which are the times I spent with my pulled the wagon around when everything I do. She was there event at the Subic Bay Freeport properly in order to protect the bins for proper disposal,” she finalists carefully chosen from Lingkod Kapamilya Founda- profession. Itong mga drivers is so rare now that a few of us family. Weekly Friday night din- we were selling our “products.” to make sure I had everything Ongoings Zone. environment would be repli- said. 32,541 drivers nationwide. For tion Inc. (ALKFI), said the 20 na ito, dito nakasalalay ang bu- are studying or working abroad. ners at my grandparents’ house, While the food we sold may I needed the times I moved to More than 150 individu- cated by other cities. The monetary value of the the first time two women joined finalists from Luzon, Visayas hay ng bawat isang sumasakay,” What is your educational trips around the Philippines for not have tasted great, I learned Cebu, Switzerland and Hong ADVISORY als and 60 companies donated Meanwhile, Roselle Abuyo, recycled materials will be do- the roster, proving the cam- and Mindanao were all deserv- Mercado noted. background? Why did you my Nana’s and Tata’s birthdays that family is not just an impor- Kong. She continues to encour- The Lopez Library at the G/F Benpres Building, Exchange hazardous wastes like used division chief of SBMA Ecol- nated to ABS-CBN Lingkod paign’s evolving mission from ing. Now on its third year, Pinoy take up the course that you and countless sleepovers with tant thing. Family is everything. age me to do things that may Road cor. Meralco Ave., , Pasig City is oils, used lead-acid batteries, ogy Center, said: “The SBMA Kapamilya Foundation Inc. to professionalizing the industry “It’s about time na bigyan Tsuper Hero is a collaboration did? Any hobbies? my cousins. Our weekly activities may have seem daunting, to challenge life, open and welcomes researchers until further notice. electronic equipment, busted locators are truly earth warriors benefit the projects of Bantay and saving the environment to naman natin ng recognition between ALKFI, Phoenix Pe- I completed my Bachelor Sleepovers with the cousins changed, but it didn’t matter all the while reminding me that However, the Lopez Museum will be CLOSED in fluorescent lamps and cigarette because they dispose their waste Kalikasan, its environmental becoming an agent to celebrate ang kagandahan ng pagma- troleum, Bayan Academy and of Business Administration always led to the creation of what we were doing. As long I will always have her and the preparation for the institution’s relocation. butts, as well as nonhazardous properly. They help us maintain arm. diversity and gender equality. maneho. And gusto naming ABS-CBN Regional. degree in International Hotel new “businesses.” We would as we were together, I knew we rest of my family to lean on. 10 Lopezlink June 2018 Lifelong Wellness Interactive Lopezlink June 2018 11 Health and wellness seminar Sudoku Larga Na! Text and photos by Gerbs de Castro Asian Eye’s Ang included in Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para Discover the possibilities ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, for self-development in UK publication’s power list column at kahon. Pumped up for Pampanga By Charizze Henson THE planned main highlight of this trip was to visit the Candaba meditation with Gina Lopez UK-based publication The Oph- Wetlands Bird Sanctuary. thalmologist has named Asian We assembled at Eton Cen- G Stuff will hold a health and Frank Quilas, head of the Eye Institute glaucoma and tris on Quezon Avenue, and our wellness seminar by Gina Lo- Clairvision School of Medita- cornea and refractive surgery rented van departed at 7:30 a.m. pez, themed “The Possibilities tion in the Philippines, will join (LASIK) specialist Dr. Robert for San Fernando. Since most of for Self- Development in Med- Lopez in the seminar. Edward Ang as one of the most my friends have not been to this itation,” at 8 Rockwell in Rock- Lopez will share some of her influential eye doctors in the town, we decided to explore the well Center, on June 16, learning after over 40 years of eye care industry. He is the only area for historical structures as from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. meditation and the “technol- Filipino doctor included in the well as pasalubong centers. Meditation is an effective ogy” which has worked for her, 2018 Top 100 power list. We dropped by a Death way of eliminating one’s per- and how meditation “gave me so Through its “Power List,” March stone marker. A few steps sonal demons. much peace and happiness that The Ophthalmologist recognizes away was the old San supports the premise eluded me when I was young.” the leaders, pioneers and game Train Station. Jose Rizal de- that the mind and spirit can She will also have her cook changers in the field of oph- barked from this station on June make their own healing and prepare recipes she likes to give thalmology. Every year, it asks 27, 1892 and again the next day fight off negative “entities” that seminar participants a taste of its readers to nominate individ- en route to Bacolor. can weaken people and halt healthy eating, and share tips uals or organizations that they Before leaving the establish- Migratory birds usually flock to Candaba Swamp from October to February their development. on diet, on living life—qi gong believe have made the biggest  Very Easy ment, we all posed beside the Km. “The essence of life is - pro and essential oils which she impact in the world of oph- Dr. Robert Ang, the lone Filipino included in The Ophthalmologist’s  Easy list, also won runner-up honors at the ASCRS Film Festival for his 102 marker, the ending point of foundly spiritual,” says Lopez. loves because they keep her thalmology. Apart from oph-  Medium the Bataan Death March. House, the residence of Antonio ria Singian de Miranda ophthalmological video on exchangeable IOLs  “It is the base, it is the fuel— practices—from Zen to Chris- healthy. thalmologists or eye surgeons, Hard On A. Consunji St. is a row of E. Consunji, the gobernadorcillo y de Ocampo; and the and it is the end. There are many tian meditation, to Seat of the Participants may donate the list also includes scientists, ancestral houses and buildings, of San Fernando, in 1892; the Santos-Hizon House able IOLs or intraocular lenses. ways to get there. One chooses Soul of Gary Zukav, etc. But P200 to help cover the costs. engineers and CEOs. technologies that improve diag- including the Lazatin House Tabacalera House; the Hizon- built by Teodoro Santos The film festival showcases the the path which is resonant with the school of meditation which For reservations, call 0905- Ang, the director of Asian nosis and treatment of different Answer to MAY puzzle built in 1925 by Serafin Lazatin Ocampo House; the Hizon-Sin- Jr. and Africa Ventura. best ophthalmological videos one’s psyche. I have been medi- has affected me the most is the 1508990 or 416-1828. Email ​ Eye’s cornea and refractive sur- eye conditions. y Ocampo, president of the San gian House built in 1870 by Don Next stop was the tating for over 46 years and By working with the biggest and serves as a venue for eye Solution, tips and Clairvision School of Medita- [email protected]. Registration gery service, has also worked on computer program Fernando Electric Light & Pow- Anacleto Hizon, gobernadorcillo town of Mexico, where specialists to share their knowl- have tried many meditation tion.” starts at 8 a.m. on June 16. cutting-edge research on new pharmaceutical and medical de- available at er Company, and Encarnacion of San Fernando from 1877- we visited the Sta. edge and experience in newly- vice companies in the cataract, www.sudoku.com Singian y Torres; the Consunji 1879 and 1886-1887, and Victo- Monica Parish Church. developed technologies and refractive and glaucoma spaces, It was built by Fr. Jose surgical techniques. Lifelong Wellness, KCFI and LGFI as sponsors Ang has contributed to devel- By Jannine Sy dela Cruz in 1665, but Ang says: “I’m extremely oping innovative surgical tech- Eats was destroyed during honored to be included in the Lopez Brigada Eskwela lends helping hand to CPGHS niques for LASIK and cataract World War II. What re- Power List and be among inno- By Gerbs de Castro surgeries and applying new mains is just the belfry vators and game changers. This glaucoma treatment options. As tower of the former Au- motivates me as a researcher to MORE than 90 volunteers from a result, he has been invited to gustinian-run church. continue working on new tech- the Lopez Group composed of conduct lectures and authored Near the 17th-cen- nologies and methods that can employees and their family and book chapters and international tury bell tower, one can friends took time out from their publications. help more people improve their Paul time find St. Benedict’s In- vision and enjoy happy and pro- usual weekend undertakings He and his research team stitution de Mexico, an ductive lives.” to help in the improvement of have been recognized by pres- Augustinian convent. He adds: “With the help of Carlos P. Garcia High School tigious international organiza- Mexico is also known my fellows and my research (CPGHS) in Quezon City in tions, including the American for the San Jose Matulid team, we look forward to con- the Lopez Brigada Eskwela held Society of Cataract and Re- chapel, which is believed to be the The Bataan Death March stone tinuing to provide patients with marker in San Fernando on June 2. fractive Surgery (ASCRS), oldest Catholic chapel (common- the best quality care across our Founda- Asia-Pacific Academy of Oph- ly called “visitas” by the locals) in expanding clinic network. Fili- tion Inc. (KCFI), Lopez Life- thalmology, and Asia-Pacific Pampanga. Based on the accounts Candaba Wetlands Bird Sanctu- pinos deserve the best and the long Wellness and Lopez Group Association of Cataract and of Augustinian friars, the visitas ary. work we do is our way of thank- A dessert party on your plate care of the éclair chocolat, Foundation Inc. (LGFI) spon- Refractive Surgery (APACRS); of Masansan and Matulid were Approaching the sanctuary, ing them for trusting Asian Eye éclair fraise (white chocolate cream and fresh strawberries) Croissant with adobo is a local take on Paul’s famous sored this year’s activity. in fact, he is a five-time winner established along with the town we saw flocks of birds in the Institute with their eye care and tartelettes with blueberries and multi-fruits croissant that’s filled with the Pinoy staple but with a French KCFI president Rina Lopez- of Best Paper Session Awards of Nuevo Mexico (now Mexico) distance as well as the imposing needs.” flair by adding Emmental cheese Bautista thanked principal Dr. at the ASCRS. He also received on April 24, 1581. Although Mt. Arayat. We parked at the rest Leonie Lauigan and other offi- KCFI president Rina Lopez-Bautista (front row, right) leads the vegetable-planting activity the APACRS Certified Educa- PAUL has finally reached our there is no direct record of the house of former Candaba Mayor cials for the warm welcome they tor, or ACE, that recognized his neck of the woods, giving cus- exact date of construction of the Jerry Pelayo. extended to the Lopez Group The volunteers proceeded to experience in using Supracor Sports & Wellness tomers yet another reason to en- San Jose Matulid chapel, the lo- Bamboo walls punched with volunteers. the plant box made of ecobricks, technology that allows patients calendar joy brunch or afternoon tea with cals claim that it is older than the small holes for viewing the birds This was followed by the cere- courtesy of First Balfour, to plant with presbyopia to reduce or JUNE a Parisian beat. Sta. Monica Parish Church. used to be a feature of the area. monial turnover of donations—a the vegetable seedlings. eliminate the need for reading 17: Run for Healthy The café may be known for its With hunger creeping in, we During our visit, the barriers The TV set and the ABS- glasses. TV set, ABS-CBN TVplus box, Kidneys, 3K/5K (UP “Insta”-worthy pastries but its claim visited one of the most famous were gone. Without these walls, CBN TVplus box were installed In 2017, he bested other first aid cabinets and vegetable Diliman Academic Oval), to fame lies in the humble French eateries in Pampanga, Atching birds can only be seen from afar at the school’s Learning Re- American and Asian doc- seedlings from KCFI, SKY, En- 5am. Fee: P350-P600. staple, the croissant, which is flown Lillian’s. This dining place is- lo because humans spook and drive source Center as KCFI’s Edric tors and was recognized as the ergy Development Corporation Call 981-0300 loc. 3103 or in from France and heated up for cated on the grounds of the an- them away. For those who are Calma provided the CPGHS TOPGUN Best Overall In- (EDC) and LGFI, respective- email [email protected] your eating pleasure. It promises cestral house of food historian planning to visit this place and ly—to the school officials. personnel with updates on structor for his expertise and 17: Water Run, to be the best you’ve ever tried and and cook Atching (elder sister, do bird watching, make sure to Knowledge Channel. contributions in the field of August Villalon of the EDC 3K/5K/10K/18K (CCP goes so well with Paul’s freshly from the Chinese “atsi”) Lillian bring a camera with a very good The educators also sat down ophthalmology. Emergency Preparedness and Complex, ), 4:30am. brewed coffee and iced drinks. Lising-Borromeo. zooming capability. for a talk on flooding and fire Recently, Ang won runner- Disaster Response Unit (EP- Fee: P550-P900. Register If you’re more of a mains per- After we had eaten, she told It was sad to see this tourist safety conducted by Villalon and up honors at the 36th ASCRS DRU) conducted a safety brief- at http://par.com.ph/event/ son, the savory dishes don’t fall us stories about the place, some destination “deteriorate.” Never- ing before the start of the activ- Alfred Go of SKY’s Emergency The volunteers set up the TV set and ABS-CBN TVplus box at the Learning Film Festival in Washington Paul’s famous croissant paired with the Resource Center water-run/ short either. aspects of her life and bits of the theless, it was still a good place ity. Response team. DC for his video on exchange- Paul is at the R1 Level Paul is Café Moca Glacé really hits the spot! Another French favorite given a local twist is the Croque history of Pampanga cuisine. worth discovering. (Excerpted at the R1 Level of Power Plant Prefer it choco-filled? Opt for the pain au Chorizo Camembert that’s melt-in-your-mouth good—just the At 2:30 p.m., we proceeded to from http://larga-bista.blogspot. Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline Mall. chocolat! right amount of sweet/salty and über tasty our main target destination, the com) 12 Lopezlink June 2018

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POWER PLANT MALL + THE ABS-CBN STORE FINDS By Jannine Sy New finds, old faves at Power Plant Mall HERE are some new finds and relocated stores at Power Plant 5. L’Occitane Mall. Discover toxin-free beauty goodness, ethical skincare and more 1. T.M. Lewin at L’Occitane’s relocated store at the R1 Level. Look sleek and polished in perfectly tailored shirts and suits from T.M. Lewin, R2 Level. 2. Common Room Not only supporting Filipino artisans, but also sustaining the environment! Get lo- cal and eco-friendly items at Common Room, R2 Level. 3. Cow Cow Ice/Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory The perfect treat not just 5 for the summer but all year round, get your soft serve fix from Cow Cow Ice by Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory, togeth- er with their cheese cookies and milk cheesecakes, at the R3 Level. We know you’ve Editorial Advisory Board Mike Lopez / Boo Chanco missed them so! Executive Editor Carla Paras-Sison 4. Q Power Station Contributing Editors Yiessa Borbon (Lopez Holdings) Hazel Velasco (FPH) Upgrade your play and put Estela de la Paz (First Gen) Arlene Torres (SKYcable) your arcade skills to the test Kane Choa (ABS-CBN) Vienn Tionglico (Rockwell) at the new Q Power Station Karina Tropicales (ABS-CBN Publishing) Dulce Baybay (LGFI) Dimpy Jazmines (SKYcable) Jei-Jei Gertes (Third Gen Holdings) now located near Toys “R” Us, Gerbs de Castro (EDC) Frances Ariola (EDC) R3 Level. 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 Big on ‘Bagani’! Sheridan St. corner United St. Be a “Bagani” with these official licensed toys from ABS- City Tel. no. (63-2) 878-0000 CBN Licensing. Prices range from P149.75 to P199.75. Get them at the ABS-CBN Store and at leading toy stores nation- Available online at www.Lopezlink.ph wide! (Pia de Leon)