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First Gen leads way The sound values Get help with your …page 2 of Devin Lopez …page 12 …page 9 to-do list!  Lopezlink September 2018 Biz News Lopezlink September 2018  JANUARY TO JUNE 2018 FINANCIAL RESULTS (UNAUDITED, CONSOLIDATED)

Net income attributable to equity ANC brings billionaire investor Lopez Holdings attributable Total revenues holders of the parent company net income at P2.174B 2017 2018 % change 2017 2018 % change Kevin O’Leary to By Carla Paras-Sison VENTURE capitalist and ABS-CBN P19.344B P18.936B -2 P1.455B P849.882M -42 entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary, EDC P17.747B P17.135B -3 P4.615B P3.366B -27 LOPEZ Holdings Corpora- ate First Philippine Holdings net income during the period. known as “Mr. Wonderful” in tion reported P2.174 billion in Corporation (FPH) accounted Unfavorable forex movement First Gen $853.995M $932.850M +10 $57.993M $84.861M +46 the business-themed program net income attributable to eq- for the results. during the period partially off- FPH P51.482B P58.674B +14 P2.516B P4.048B +61 “Shark Tank,” will be coming to uity holders of the parent for Unaudited consolidated rev- set the effect of growth in the Lopez Holdings P51.482B P58.674B +14 P1.763B P2.174B +23 Manila for the ANC Leader- the first six months of 2018. enues increased by 14% year- recurring earnings of the FPH Rock P6.760B P8.049B +19 P1.036B P1.248B +20 ship Series at the Sofitel Philip- This is 23% higher than the on-year to P58.674 billion Group. ABS-CBN revenues pine Plaza Manila on Novem- P1.763 billion in net income from P51.482 billion. declined by 2% while expenses ber 12. attributable to equity hold- FPH posted a 61% increase increased by 4%. The billionaire business mag- ers of the parent reported in in net income attributable to As of June 30, 2018, Lopez nate is expected to bring his the first six months of 2017. equity holders of the parent Holdings owned 47% of FPH First Gen leads the way business smarts and signature The stable performance of the while ABS-CBN Corpora- and 56% economic interest in no-nonsense approach to men- energy group under associ- tion reported a 41% decrease in ABS-CBN. THE sterling performance of Holdings Corporation. First six months with fewer ad place- First Gen Corporation for the Gen benefited from the contri- ments during the period, and torship to the event produced first half of 2018 led all publicly bution of the San Gabriel and lower consumer sales owing to by ABS-CBN News Channel listed companies of the Lopez Avion power plants, which saw lower theatrical receipts from (ANC). in America. The program fea- ship Series, which is part of the First Gen recurring earnings continues Group, with its positive impact higher sales volume and better ABS-CBN Global and ABS- The founder of the O’Leary tures aspiring entrepreneurs country’s premier all-English felt all the way to Lopez Hold- spot prices. CBN Films as well as lower Financial Group will share who pitch and defend their cable news channel’s efforts to upward trajectory by 35% YoY ings Corporation, which controls Meanwhile, ABS-CBN Cor- revenue from SKY Cable’s cable how he became a successful business ideas to a panel of in- raise the level of discourse on First Gen parent First Philippine poration had a challenging first business. (CPS) entrepreneur, how he devel- vestors, including O’Leary, in global affairs and business is- FIRST Gen Corporation re- First Gen’s consolidated rev- Energy Development Cor- oped an expertise in financial the hopes of getting funding sues in the country. ported recurring net income enues from the sale of electric- poration’s (EDC) geother- management, and explain the from them. The ANC Leadership Se- attributable to equity holders ity increased by $85 million, or mal, wind and solar revenues “O’Leary Way” of aggressively Before “Mr. Wonderful,” ries, moderated by ANC an- of the parent of $115 million 10%, to $939 million (P48.4 accounted for $291 million EDC reports revenues of P17.1B grabbing opportunities in busi- ANC also brought to the Phil- chor Cathy Yang, will be held (P5.9 billion) in the first se- billion) compared to $854 mil- (P15.0 billion), or 31% of total ABS-CBN broadens ness. ippines Virgin Group founder on November 12, 2 p.m., at mester of 2018. This is a 35%, lion (P42.6 billion) in the first consolidated revenues (see re- ENERGY Development Cor- “However, we expect this EDC also posted a con- O’Leary became a household Richard Branson, former US the Sofitel Philippine Plaza or $30 million jump from its half of 2017. The natural gas lated story on this page). poration (EDC) reported con- downtrend to reverse in the solidated recurring net in- name as one of the “sharks” Secretary of State Madeleine Manila. For inquiries and $85 million (P4.3 billion) in re- portfolio accounted for $599 FG Hydro, owner of the 132- solidated revenues of P17.1 second half of 2018 as our ma- come attributable to equity nationwide ratings leadership or investors in ABC’s “Shark Albright, sports and entertain- reservations, visit www.ktx. curring earnings from the same million (P30.9 billion), or 64%, MW Pantabangan-Masiway billion for the first six months jor power plants in Leyte are holders of the parent of P4.1 By Kane Choa Tank,” a critically-acclaimed ment mogul Peter Guber and com.ph or call TicketWorld period in 2017. of First Gen’s total consolidated hydroelectric plants, reported of 2018, down by 3% from the now back in service. We also billion for the first six months reality show that has helped leadership guru Stephen M.R. at 891-9999 or log on to tick- The natural gas platform revenues. Their revenues were a slight decrease in revenues of P17.7 billion that was recorded see our operational efficiency of 2018, down 21% from the ABS-CBN’s TV offerings con- Multinational audience mea- ABS-CBN ruled across all reinvigorate entrepreneurship Covey for the ANC Leader- etworld.com.ph. delivered recurring earnings of 22% higher in the first half $2 million, or 7% to $23 mil- during the same period in 2017. initiatives starting to pay off,” P5.2 billion posted the previ- tinue to draw more viewers surement provider Kantar Me- time blocks, particularly in $88 million (P4.5 billion) ver- of 2018 mainly due to higher lion (P1.2 billion). This was due “Our first half results, simi- Vasay added. ous year. nationwide as the TV network dia uses a nationwide panel size prime time, as it scored an av- Promos & offers sus $51 million (P2.5 billion) volume sales and spot market to the absence of ancillary ser- lar to what we communicated All other units posted higher The company’s financial po- launched three new top-rating of 2,610 urban and rural homes erage audience share of 48% or previously. The natural gas plat- prices. vice sales in the first quarter of to the market during our Q1 revenues for the period, led by sition remained strong with shows and ruled in national TV that represent 100% of the total a 16-point lead against GMA’s Switching is easy with SKY’s fiber-powered form’s performance offset the “The gas portfolio thrived 2018. The hydro plants account earnings announcement, were its Burgos Wind (15% increase) cash balance of P16.1 billion. ratings in August with an aver- Philippine TV viewing popula- 32%. The prime time block is soft performance of the other during this period, especially for only 3% of First Gen’s total largely dominated by the im- and Bacman (10%) units. Bur- It maintained a comfortable age audience share of 44% or tion. the most important time of the broadband deals platforms. First Gen’s strong San Gabriel and Avion that consolidated revenues. Conse- pact of typhoon Urduja that hit gos (P1.66 billion vs. P1.44 gearing level with consolidated 12 points higher than GMA’s “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” day when most Filipinos watch SKY offers deals that will al- time cash-out upon installation enable more Filipino families numbers were likewise boosted have been able to achieve re- quently, the recurring attribut- Leyte island, site of our biggest billion revenues) continued to debt to equity of 1.03 times to 32%, according to data from (41.7%) again topped the TV and advertisers put a larger low Filipinos to easily make the and other perks. “The internet nationwide to access the inter- by lower interest expenses due markable turnarounds this able earnings contribution of business unit, in December. track its record performance last 1 and consolidated net debt to Kantar Media. list of most watched pro- chunk of their investments in switch to One SKYs fiber-pow- is now a basic need, not a bo- net minus the steep fees as the to its deleveraging initiatives. year as they delivered much- $5 million (P0.2 billion) is less Leyte’s generation volume was year, while Bacman (P2.13 bil- EBITDA [earnings before in- The Kapamilya network - re grams, followed by “Your to reach more consumers effec- ered broadband as it expands in nus amenity in homes,” Alan demand for high-speed inter- Attributable net income in needed power to the grid. For than last year’s $7 million (P0.3 down by 18.5% for the first six lion vs. P1.95 billion) benefited terest, taxes, depreciation and mained victorious in both urban Face Sounds Familiar Kids” tively. key areas. Until Dec. 31, 2018, Supnet, SKY head of broad- net continues to grow.” Visit the first semester of 2018 of the second half of 2018, San billion). months,” said EDC chief fi- from its efforts to mostly con- amortization] of 2.87 times to and rural homes, particularly in (34.8%). Also part of the top The Kapamilya network qualified switchers can avail band products, said. “Our mysky.com.ph/switch or drop $85 million (P4.4 billion) was Gabriel shifts to being a con- “EDC and FG Hydro are nancial officer Nestor Vasay. tract its generation capacity. 1. where it recorded 10 are “TV Patrol” (31.2%), also led the morning block of a 50% discount on the first discounted One SKY Fiber- by any SKYzone business cen- 46% higher from 2017. The tracted provider of electricity to expected to perform better in 41% versus GMA’s 28%. ABS- new Kapamilya prime time with an average audience three monthly fees, a low one- powered plans would hopefully ter for more details. solid showing from the 97- Meralco, allowing it to achieve the second half of 2018 as they CBN also ruled in Total Luzon series “Ngayon at Kailanman” share of 41% versus GMA’s megawatt (MW) Avion peak- stable earnings. This contract both have recovered from each Rockwell consolidated revenues up 19% with 40% compared to GMA’s (29.9%), “Bagani” (29.6%), 32%, the noontime block ing plant and the 420-MW proves the price competitive- of their respective setbacks. 36%, in Total Visayas with 51% “MMK” (28.4%), “Wansa- with 43% compared to Don’t miss these hit movie franchises on HBO HD San Gabriel flex plant, as well ness of natural gas-fired power EDC’s Leyte site is back to ROCKWELL Land Corpo- Eighty-five percent of the rev- tion and amortization] reached versus GMA’s 26% and in Total panataym” (25.7%), “Home GMA’s 33% and the after- HBO and SKY gives the en- the living as savings in interest expense, versus coal-fired power even at pre-earthquake and typhoon ration registered P8,049 mil- enues came from the sale of P2,153 million, 20% higher than Mindanao with 52%, beating Sweetie Home” (24.9%) and noon block with 43%, beat- tire family the chance to bond daylights out offset unrealized foreign ex- baseload and more so at mid- levels, while FG Hydro has re- lion in consolidated revenues, condominium units, including last year’s P1,791 million, primar- GMA’s 26%. “The Blood Sisters” (21.6%). ing GMA’s 36%. over the most popular movie of the un- change losses and the renew- merit levels of dispatch,” First sumed selling ancillary services higher by 19% from last year’s accretion of interest income. ily driven by strong performance franchises. initiated. See able energy businesses’ lower Gen president and COO Fran- since end-March of this year,” P6,754 million, for the first half Total EBITDA [earnings of the residential segment. Over- ‘Cars.’ Lightning McQueen what got the earnings in 1H 2018. cis Giles Puno said. Puno said. ended June 30, 2018 and 2017. before interest, taxes, deprecia- all EBITDA margin registered at (Owen Wilson) teaches kids world fasci- 27% of total revenues, which is SKY signs up Megaworld Hotel Group lessons in humility, teamwork nated in this slightly higher compared to last and acceptance. Kids will get to series begin- ANC’s Annalisa Burgos wins SKAL Tourism Personality award year’s 26%. The total revenues SKYBIZ is equipping the the SKYBIZ IPTV (internet ity. It will support the online enjoy “Cars” and “Cars 2” start- ning Sept. 7. By Kane Choa used as basis for the EBITDA Megaworld Hotel Group’s protocol television) platform. requirements of Megaworld ing Sept. 16. ‘Scream.’ margin excludes gross revenues newest hotels—Hilton Ho- This allows the transmission Hotel Group’s customers and ‘Star Wars.’ The George Follow Syd- SEASONED international as a tourist destina- culture, politics, bilateral ties Dyogi and Themed Experi- from the joint venture with tel, Hotel Sheraton and Hotel of TV programs over internet hotel employees for their per- Lucas franchise which began ney Prescott journalist Annalisa Burgos was tion,” said Burgos. “Part of my and international issues. ences Inc. head Cookie Barto- Meralco as the latter is reported Okura—with superior enter- protocol networks, a fast way to sonal and business transac- with “Episode IV” is on TV (Neve Campbell) as she dodg- SKYcable subscribers can recognized for her contributions goal as a journalist is to spread Prior to joining ANC, Bur- lome. separately. Share in net income in tainment content and broad- deliver television broadcast. tions. screens beginning with “The es the blades of Ghostface. The catch these movie franchises in promoting sustainable tourism the love for the Philippines, gos worked as a journalist in SKAL International Makati, the joint venture contributes 6% band service as both companies “Our service aptly matches SKYBIZ aims to build busi- Phantom Menace,” followed horror begins on Sept. 29. and more on HBO Ch. 54 SD, at the 28th SKAL International show the world that our coun- eight cities around the world. an association of travel and to the company’s total EBITDA. recently entered into a partner- the luxury offered by Mega- nesses better by providing the by “Attack of the Clones,” ‘Ocean’s’ series. Danny Ch. 168 HD in Metro Manila, Makati Tourism Personality try has so many different things The SKAL International tourism professionals, confers Residential development, com- ship. world’s newest gems in the ultimate content and a reliable “Revenge of the Sith,” “A New Ocean’s (George Clooney) Cavite, Laguna, Bulacan and Awards held at the New World to offer, while also encouraging Makati Tourism Personality the awards in partnership with mercial development and hotel A wide variety of sports, news hospitality sector,” SKYBIZ connectivity with client-centric Hope,” “The Empire Strikes gang pulls off consecutive Lipa. SKYdirect subscribers can Hotel in Makati on August 30. Filipinos to travel overseas. The Awards recognizes individuals the Department of Tourism, contributed 65%, 33% and 2% to and international channels will Business Unit head Roderick 24/7 after-sales service. Back,” “Return of the Jedi” and heists in this trilogy directed watch on Ch. 22. Subscribe to Burgos, who anchors “Early world is small and everyone can whose achievements and con- Tourism Infrastructure and the total EBITDA, respectively. soon be accessible in the ho- Liwanag said. To know more about SKY- “The Force Awakens.” The epic by Steven Soderbergh. Watch HBO GO, exclusively on SKY, Edition” on ANC and serves as work together.” tributions have created a sig- Enterprise Zone Authority, Net income after tax (NIAT) tel rooms and lobbies of Hil- Meanwhile, SKYBIZ Di- BIZ products and services for marathon begins Sept. 9. “Ocean’s Eleven,” “Ocean’s for anytime, anywhere viewing. the channel’s managing editor, Burgos currently produces nificant impact on the tourism Tourism Promotions Board, registered at P1,245 million, up ton Hotel and Hotel Okura in rect Fiber broadband will pay TV and enterprise fiber ‘The Blair Witch.’ “The Blair Twelve” and “Ocean’s Thirteen” Visit mysky.com.ph/hbogo for won in the Broadcast Media and hosts a segment on ANC industry. Philippine Amusement and by 20% from last year’s P1,036 Newport City and Hotel Shera- provide the hotels with dedi- broadband, call 449-9349 or Witch” trilogy is back to scare beginning Sept. 8. more info. category. called “Food Diplomacy,” Winners from ABS-CBN Gaming Corporation, New million. NIAT margin is at ton in Manila with their use of cated and seamless connectiv- visit skybiz.com.ph. “It’s a privilege to receive where she sits down with for- in 2017 include entertainment World Makati Hotel and Ro- 16%, slightly higher compared this award and to promote the eign dignitaries to discuss food, production head Laurenti tary Club of Manila. to last year’s 15%. Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline  Lopezlink September 2018 Councils Lopezlink September 2018  couch potato treats ‘The Kids’ Choice’ Biz Excellence ‘Mega’ is ‘ Headliner’ Megastar Sharon Cu- Kapamilya child stars flex neta, the first recipient 16 semifinalists emerge on LAA’s 16th year of the MYX Magna By Ross Hamo Jr. Award in 2006, is back muscles as ‘The Just Kids League’ as “MYX Headliner” AFTER the first round of rig- pliers and Private Partner- MORE Filipino families tuned who critique non-celebrity families while she prepares for orous assessment of the nomi- ships” by Operation Sagip of in to the premiere of “The Kids’ called “Fam-bato.” her concert at the Big nations to the Lopez Achieve- ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapami- Choice” as the show debuted Leading The Just Kids League is Dome to celebrate her ment Awards (LAA) 2018 by lya Foundation Inc. (ALKFI); strongly in national TV ratings Xia Vigor, who made a mark with 40 years in the busi- the different screening commit- “Turbo Boost for Santa Rita and impressed viewers with non- her performances in “Your Face ness. Alex Gonzaga tees for every category, 16 semi- and San Lorenzo” by the First celebrity families’ performances Sounds Familiar Kids” and her act- entertains viewers as finalists have emerged from the Gas O&M Team of First Gas including sand art, bird tricks and ing prowess in various Kapamilya guest celeb VJ in MYX 34 nominations across the six Power Corporation; “Incred- hip-hop choreography. teleserye. shows, while Fernando Miguel Tan is the “MYX categories of the LAA. ible Resilience: EDC LGBU’s The show recorded a national Onyok Pineda, formerly the Spotlight” artist. Meanwhile, follow VJ Ai from The six categories are- Cus Return to Service After a 6.5- TV rating of 29% on September sidekick in “FPJ’s Ang Probin- panel to panel as “MYX Adventures” goes to the tomer Focus, Business Man- Magnitude Earthquake” by the 1 versus “The Clash” that got only syano,” also gives his take on 2018 San Diego Comic-Con. Catch VJ Alex on agement, HR Focus, Opera- Leyte Geothermal Business 18.9%, according to data from the performances of the “Fam- “Pinoy MYX” on Sept. 9-15, “Mellow MYX” on tions Management, Corporate Unit (LGBU) Return-To-Ser- Kantar Media. Its reign continued bato.” Sept. 16-22 and “My MYX” on Sept. 23 to 29, Image Building and Public vice Team of EDC. on September 2 as it hit 28.8% Carlo Mendoza adds to the fun and Sharon’s “MYX Presents” feature on Sept. 29 Responsibility. Coincidentally, For the Public Responsibil- while its rival show registered with his signature gigil and quips. at 9pm. Watch MYX on ABS-CBN TVplus Ch. this year is also the 16th year of ity category, the six semifinal- 20.9% “Goin’ Bulilit” mainstay and 12, SKYcable Ch. 23 and SKYdirect Ch. 37. the LAA program. ists include “Beans of Hope: Hosted by Robi Domingo and “Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids” Jayden Villegas, who impressed they bid to be proclaimed as “The The LAA 2018 semifinal- From Kaingeros to Green War- Jamie Lopez (3rd from right) served as chair of the screening committee for the Customer Focus and Corporate Image-Building categories The ‘Oyayi’ gang goes to Eric Nicolas, “The Kids’ Choice” performer Chunsa Jung brings viewers in “Little Big Shots,” com- Kids’ Choice.” ists riors” by the NIGBU-CREW is an original concept that features her antics to a whole new stage pletes The Just Kids League. “The Kids’ Choice” airs week- The three LAA 2018 semifi- of EDC; “Kwento ng Pagban- KCh! for the first time a panel of child as she gives her unfiltered com- Every episode, four “Fam-bato” ends on ABS-CBN and ABS- nalists for the Customer Focus gon: The Transformation of Your Sunday morn- stars called The Just Kids League, ments. showcase a variety of talents as CBN HD (SKYcable Ch. 167). category include “McDonald’s Sabang Daguitan Surf Camp” ing squad on ABS- BonFries 2017: Transforming by Bantay Kalikasan in Sabang CBN joins the Digital Into an Online Arena Daguitan, Leyte; “Bantay Bata biggest classroom UKG search for ‘KusiReyna 2018’ underway for UAAP Cheerdance Com- 163: The Hope at the End of on air! CBN Asia’s petition Fans” by the DMD the Line” by Bantay Bata 163 The morning show makes the “Oyayi” airs on Operations of ABS-CBN Cor- of ALKFI; “Swift Recovery of rounds of barangays and provinces Knowledge Chan- poration; “Moonchasers.ph: First Gen Clean Energy Com- nationwide as Winnie meets aspiring nel every Wednesday at 8am and 6pm. Join Kuya Mastering TV-Digital Integra- plex (FGCEC) from the April “KusiReyna” contestants and gets a Maki (Icko Gonzales) and the creatures of Oyayi tion to Create an Immersive 2017 Earthquake Incident” taste of their cooking. Joining her are Island—Tama Raw, Bon Haribon, Diva Butanding, Fan Experience” by the DMD by the FGCEC Earthquake mentor-judges like chef Tatung Sar- Tarsiera and Dok Pil—as they embark on exciting Operations of ABS-CBN; and Recovery Team of First Gen thou, Bagoong Club executive chef adventures. “Oyayi” was awarded as the Best Chil- “TrabaHanap: A Broadcast Corporation; “DocuCentral: Tristan Bayani and Kapampangan dren and Youth Program at the 39th Catholic Mass Service That Empowers and Chasing the Truth in the Midst cuisine expert Lillian Borromeo. Media Awards and Best Children’s Show at the Educates Marginalized Demo- of War” by the ABS-CBN Do- Aside from “KusiReyna,” view- 15th Gawad Tanglaw Awards. (Mikko Ramos) graphics Through Movies’ End cuCentral Team; and “Pamana ers can also look forward to seeing Credits” by the Cinemo Traba- ng Mina” by the Failon Ngayon “” once Perez, Jorge Cariño, Gretchen Ho, their favorite celebrities and love Sam out to rock Leo, Channing and Ben Hanap Team of ABS-CBN. Team of ABS-CBN. The screening committee members gather for a briefing again puts the spotlight on loving, Ariel Ureta and Winnie Cordero teams on “UKG Online Exclusives,” Music Museum in For the Business Manage- The next round of the as- on Movie Central caring and resourceful moms in cheering them on. which are posted on the show’s of- Leonardo DiCaprio, Channing Tatum, Dwayne ment category, the three semi- sessment was the question and Val Dy-Sun, vice president the search for “KusiReyna 2018.” As in last year’s “Nanay Kong ficial social media accounts. first solo concert Johnson and Ben Affleck dial up the excitement finalists are “Asia’s Largest answer and judging sessions by for Finance at First Gen, said Moms from all over the coun- Ganda,” a search for outstanding Don’t miss “KusiReyna 2018” on on Movie Central this September! ABS-CBN “TAWAG ng Tanghalan” alumnus Voluntary Tender Offer in the the panel of judges on August the most challenging part of try compete for kitchen supremacy mothers that culminated in Hong “Umagang Kay Ganda,” airing Mon- TVplus’ exclusive all-English channel dedicated Sam Mangubat is set to conquer Power Sector: The Entry of 28 and September 6. being a nominator was “pre- and the “KusiReyna” crown as they Kong, fabulous prizes await the day to Friday at 4:55 a.m. on ABS- to Hollywood blockbusters serves up its “Movie the stage in his first major solo Macquarie and the Government The panel will determine the senting properly the merits of showcase their culinary skills and grand winner of this tribute to CBN, ABS-CBN HD and DZMM Blowout” special every Saturday at 9pm featuring concert titled “I Am Sam” at the of Singapore (“GIC”) Into En- finalists that will be endorsed our achievement in accordance wit right in the UKG studio with mothers, including a house and lot TeleRadyo on TV, and on iwantv.com. “Magic Mike” with Channing on Sept. 8, “The Music Museum on September 15. ergy Development Corporation to the Lopez Group executive with the Lopez Values.” anchors Anthony Taberna, Amy from Lumina Homes. ph and skyondemand.com.ph online. Wolf of Wall Street” with Leo on Sept. 15, “Snitch” It will also be a night of musi- (EDC)” by the Project Terra committee comprised of Lopez Said nominee Norman with Dwayne on Sept. 22 and “Argo” with Ben on cal treats as his fellow “Tawag ng Team of First Gen Corporation; Group chairman emeritus Os- Samonte, senior manager Sept. 29. Watch all these hits and many more on ‘Star Hunt’ follows stories, journeys of Filipino dreamers Tanghalan” finalist and “Mitigating Losses Through car M. Lopez, Lopez Holdings for Business Services Group, Movie Central on ABS-CBN TVplus! artist Marielle Montellano, as well the ASPA Market: First Geo- chairman Manuel M. Lopez, NIGBU, EDC: “The LAA is FILIPINO dreamers get their “Star Hunt” will also give oppor- at the MacPherson Stadium in as Bryan Chong, Nyoy Volante and thermal Facility to Successfully ABS-CBN chairman emeritus a wonderful venue to showcase UAAP Season 81 place in the spotlight and share tunities to the Star Dreamers to ap- Mongkok, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Yeng Constantino, join him in excit- Implement Regulating Reserve Eugenio Lopez III, First Phil- the various achievements of the their stories on ABS-CBN’s grand pear in or join ABS-CBN’s different Limited slots are available for the ing and world-class performances. Ancillary Services in the Phil- ippine Holdings Corporation group. It effectively inspires our highlights student- audition show, “Star Hunt.” platforms, whether it is on television, auditionees and there will be no Before winning as the first run- ippine Power Market” by the (FPH) chairman Federico R. fellow Kapamilya to dream big Dan Lopez Layug, CFA (rightmost) with the other members of the screening committee for Business Management athletes’ journey to success The show features the stories and radio, online, movies or music. auditions for kids. ner-up in the competition’s first sea- NIGBU ASPA Team of EDC; Lopez, Lopez Holdings Cor- and reach for their goals.” and HR Focus University students and alumni anticipate the talents of promising Star Dreamers Meanwhile, after going to Japan “Star Hunt” will also go to Ilo- son, Sam rose to fame on YouTube and “ABS-CBN’s Unilever Sto- poration president Salvador Feedback from screening UAAP Season 81 opening ceremony on Sept. or auditionees who came to ABS- on September 8 and 9, “Star Hunt” cos on September 24 and Davao and became an online sensation ry Studio: The Partnership That G. Tirona and FPH president committees Said Dan Lopez Layug, spirit and passion that will gest points of the LAA are its 8 at the MOA Arena in and seen outside CBN’s “Star Hunt” auditions in 13 will fly to Hong Kong through on October 6 and 7. with his song covers. Now a certified Pays Off ” by the Dream Team Francis Giles Puno. The excom Jamie Lopez IV, Customer founder of PeoplePods (pro- drive the Lopez Group into being “strongly supported by the country via ’s (TFC) locations in and out of the country. The Filipino Channel, the flagship Don’t miss “Star Hunt” hosted hit recording artist, Sam nabbed his of ABS-CBN. will declare the LAA 2018 Engineering and Managed vider of safe, clean and afford- the future.” the Lopez family; recogniz- platforms, in most countries worldwide. Kicking But more than highlighting the brand of ABS-CBN Global. by Kim Chiu, Alex Gonzaga, Robi first number one hit with his debut The achievement of the sole winners. The Lopez Group Services head of SKY Cable able communities for workers), Elaine Uy-Casipit, OIC for ing the exemplary projects and off the season are the games between the Fight- Star Dreamers’ life stories and as- “Star Hunt Hong Kong 2018” Domingo and Melai Cantiveros, single “Pagka’t Nariyan Ka,” which nominee for the HR Focus excom deliberation will be on and chair of the screening com- screening committee member the Digital Media Division of achievements and a great ego ing Maroons and Red Warriors at 2pm and the pirations, “Star Hunt” follows their will happen on September 23 Mondays to Fridays on ABS-CBN. topped various radio charts. category, “All for One, All in September 13. mittees for Customer Focus for the Business Management ABS-CBN, considers “being booster for the participating Bulldogs and Growling Tigers at 4pm. The next journey to achieving their dreams Sam is the current host of the on- One: The Unified CBA Story Feedback from nomina- and Corporate Image Building and HR Focus categories, and a able to learn from other busi- teams.” set of games will happen on Sept. 9 between the and improving their skills. line show “TNTV Now” and is the of EDC Reborn” by the 2018 tors, nominees categories, and a Lopez family Lopez family representative: “I nesses and appreciate the hard Who will be this year’s win- Tamaraws and Green Archers at 12 noon and de- So far, many successful Star first artist from “Tawag ng Tangha- EDC Unified CBA Negotia- For Jing Castañeda-Velasco, representative, recommended was impressed by the creativity work of everyone in the Lopez ners? Watch for the recogni- fending champs Blue Eagles and Soaring Falcons Dreamers have become or may be- lan” to hold his own solo concert. tion Team, also made the semi- program director of ALKFI’s for LAA to come up with an of the business model innova- Group” among the best parts of tion of the LAA 2018 winners at 4pm. The games can also be seen in most coun- come a part of “I Can See Your Voice,” Tickets for “I Am Sam” are sold finals. Bantay Bata 163, one of the Innovation category in the fu- tions and the grit of the nomi- her experience as a first-time at Studio 10 of ABS-CBN on tries worldwide via TFC.tv, free for Premium sub- “Tawag ng Tanghalan,” “Dance Kids,” at SM Tickets and are priced at For the Operations Man- best parts of her experience as ture. He also believes that “it nees. Thank you to all who are screening committee member. October 10. The winners of the scribers and on retail for $5.99 for Basic and Lite “Pilipinas Got Talent,” “MMK,” “Pi- P3,500 (VIP center with meet and agement category, the three a nominee was “explaining our provides a great sense of pride contributing to strengthening For Jehan Dayrit, VP for Unsung Hero Award and the subscribers, and on TFC IPTV under the Sports + noy Big Brother” and the soon-to-be- greet), P2,800 (VIP) and P1,500 semifinalists are “No Delays: nomination to the panel as this to be nominated and to win the Lopez Values. Projects Enterprise Risk Management Lifetime Achievement Awards Action Channel, where fans can watch the games launched dance competition “World (gold). Call 470-2222 or log on to Improving the Relief Opera- reinforced even more how much an LAA and that it works as a such as these capture the es- of First Gen and a screening will also be recognized during via same-day plus livestream. of Dance Philippines.” smtickets.com for more details. tions by Tapping Local Sup- I believe in our program.” form of recognition.” sence of the entrepreneurial committee member, the stron- the awarding ceremonies.  Lopezlink September 2018 Lopezlink September 2018  By Carla Paras-Sison Dicky Liwanag: Telco exec finds his ‘WHY’ in SKY

Clockwise from top: The SKYBIZ team with client Goldpeach Properties Cebu; With Rockwell Land Cebu representatives; Sealing the Space Taft partnership with Jamie Lopez; Bonding with the Cebu Hotels IT Association; SKYBIZ Enterprise and MSME head Dicky Liwanag on an APSTAR VSAT HK plant tour with the Landbank Group; Robinsons Land Corporation is another blue- chip SKYBIZ client. Cover photo: Liwanag with Regional Business Group head Ed Patron and National Sales head Kenneth Orlanes

Strongholds have the facilities? Do we have ‘100% all the time’ SKYBIZ: SEIZING THE... business which boosted its data network starting this Growth Series, a business talk To slice into duopoly from page 1 presence in the regional ar- Visayas and Mindanao are September. With this, SKY- designed for its SME clients the type of support that a full- Adds Edwin Sabroso, IT DICKY U. Liwanag, SKYBIZ and systems, we will continue reflects on the book “Find eas. This segment is expected SKY Cable strongholds, with BIZ hopes to also attract local and partners. Through this - ef blown telco has?” manager of Bonifacio Global Enterprise and MSME head The goal then was for to enhance our digital capa- Your Why” by Simon Sinek Orlanes was part of the regis- to grow even more with the up to 99% of hotels in the re- companies as well as BPOs, fort, SKYBIZ hopes to enable But the sales head is quick City-based Play Innovations since 2011, counts 20 years as SKYBIZ to slice into the bility where our customer (with David Mead and Peter original SKYBIZ team dur- tered a 22% spike in revenues company’s fiber network gion hooked up to SKY. schools and universities in its clients to identify opportu- to point out the pros of being in Inc.: “SKYBIZ has been giving a profes- duopoly in the telecommu- experience programs will Docker, Portfolio/Penguin, ing its startup days in 2012, over 2017 figures as it contin- upgrade in the Visayas and “We now have about 5% these cities. nities to further grow their own their position: “We’ve studied us an outstanding level of broad- sional doing sales and market- nications industry. The unit be anchored. Our goal is to 2017), “which speaks about joining the company after four ues its upward trajectory, the Mindanao. to 6% share in the market in SKYRISE businesses. the market, we know the weak- band service in terms of con- ing with stints in Bayan Tele- wanted to “at least be able to make sure we are accessible, letting your ‘WHY’ be the years with Digitel. In 2015, he growth of its broadband and “Last year we achieved the region. We’ve been in the Soon, SKYRISE buildings After the inaugural event ness of our competition. We nectivity, reliability and technical communications Inc., Digital compete in the wired broad- and that critical information center of what you do and relocated to Cebu to help grow data business outpacing the double-digit growth of 41% for business only about six years, will rise in Cebu, Iloilo and in Cebu, the team will bring don’t want to make the same support—100% all the time!” Telecommunications Phils. band and data service space and feedback needed by our how you do things.” He SKYBIZ in the regional areas. market by 33%. regional. The key drivers were so that says a lot of our ser- Davao as part of the next phase the series to Iloilo and Ba- mistakes that they did, and we George Dayot, network and Inc. and Broadband Philip- by providing customers with customers pertaining to the says it allowed him to come The connectivity and con- Driving this growth was really our cable and broadband vice, considering that we’re up of SKYBIZ’s upgrade. colod in time for the launch always want to do it right the field support services manager pines. A licensed electronics the option of an alternative services we offer is provided, up with his own “WHY,” tent solutions provider arm of SKYBIZ’s fiber broadband business,” says Orlanes. against PLDT and Globe,” “The SKYRISE building of its data network in these first time.” of JKING & Sons Co. Inc., and communications engineer provider geared toward giving equipping them to oper- which is “to encourage one Personal approach Orlanes notes. is a building converted into areas. notes that with SKYBIZ as (ECE), he once served as a better service.” ate their business in a more to be extraordinary so that The company has been put- our own SKYBIZ building; “It’s a continuous effort and He touts their personal their partner, their business will faculty member of the De La His main challenge now productive and cost-effective one can also have a positive Meet the team ting the pieces of the puzzle in all the client has to do is to we hope to do it all over the re- approach and strong backend “surely reach the sky.” Salle University College of is to make sure that the manner.” and life-changing effect on support as SKYBIZ’s distinct Engineering, his alma mater. company’s support structure The goal is to be a major others.” SKYBIZ National Sales head Kenneth Orlanes (rightmost) and Baguio Sales head Joseph Piñero (leftmost) with the place as it works towards its ‘plug and play,’” Orlanes ex- gion,” Orlanes says. “We make “SKYBIZ enables us to do Growing with the advantages, in addition to be- He is also currently a member and processes can adapt to player in the Enterprise and SKYBIZ Regional Sales group P2 billion target on the back plains. “We will do the same sure that wherever they are in more things online at the same customer of its solid performance in the in the regions. For example, the Philippines, especially in ing under the umbrella of the time without having to worry of the board of directors of the the business demands of its MSME market, that is, to be regional areas. in Cebu we will put our SKY the regional areas, we’re also Lopez Group, ABS-CBN and about speed reduction by doing Philippine Cable TV Associa- customers from various indus- “known as the best alternative He says: “Being given the “I’m very positive that, with facilities inside a building there.” SKY Cable. so. Multiple things [that] can be tion. tries. provider of broadband and opportunity to lead SKYBIZ the team we have right now, in Ayala IT park. Anytime a Thanks to all the hard work “Being identified with the Lo- accessed and done at the same The SKYBIZ Enterprise “We need to ensure that data over the traditional telco allows me to exhibit this. I we’ll be able to have a crack at company would like to enjoy put in by its sales teams, SKY- pez Group is a selling point. The time means more productivity. team handles top companies we are able to meet our services” and, in the process, focus on the development it by 2019 or 2020,” Orlanes our premium internet service, BIZ has become the preferred reputation is already there, the With SKYBIZ as our partner, under the BPO (business pro- guaranteed service level avail- hopefully to double annual of each new member of the says. it’s already available in that partner of the biggest hotels, trust and confidence are already we can be more and do more cess outsourcing)/ICT (infor- ability and provide excellent revenues to P2 billion in the team and align our growth there. It’s just a matter of deliver- mation and communications customer servicing. To cope next three years. to that of the customers According to Orlanes, the building. So, it’s easier, faster developers, BPOs, banks and for our customers/guests and Ideal state completion of the first phase and more flexible.” IT firms in the Philippines. ing what you promised, especially clients,” Dayot adds. technology), banking, manu- with this demand, we imple- we service. Each SKYBIZ of SKYBIZ’s fiber network Thus far, SKYBIZ has more Challenger when you’re offering products Orlanes promises more of facturing, retail and hospital- mented IT support systems Liwanag says: “Our ideal team member grows as the upgrade in Cebu and Davao than 100 SKYRISE buildings Orlanes expresses confi- and services,” he stresses. these—and persistence, focus ity industries, as well as gov- on CRM (Customer Rela- state is that our growth is just customers we service also has helped the company pull strategically located in the dence in the 32-person regional The good words from and commitment—from his ernment. Meanwhile MSME tionship Management) and an effect of the help we are grow.” in major accounts, particu- Makati and Ortigas CBDs, team as they take on the chal- SKYBIZ clients prove that the team moving forward. stands for micro, small and NMS (Network Monitoring able to extend to our custom- His message to “Lope- larly in the BPO and hotel and Alabang. lenge of netting P2 billion by company walks its talk. He says: “Our immediate medium enterprises. Systems), equipping us with ers in growing their respective zLink” readers: “We have sectors. Value-added service 2020. As Wilmer Dimzon, facili- goal for the region is basically Starting off as a team of the necessary tools to support businesses.” received great support from The expansion then headed As a value-added service to “We are first and foremost ties and engineering manager to continue the expansion of four, the team is now close to our customers better,” says The Lopez Value of a pio- our sister companies availing at Solaire Resorts and Casinos our network as the growth of 60-strong operating as a full Liwanag. neering entrepreneurial spirit of our services and I’m very southward, with Iloilo and its clients especially in the re- a challenger brand. There are a Kapamilya culture Bacolod slated to enjoy the gions’ MSME sector, the com- lot of question marks there: are in Parañaque, says of SKYBIZ: the business relies on it. We are business unit with Sales, Mar- is most applied by Liwanag’s confident that each of you benefits of the new corporate pany this year introduced the we a full-blown telco? Do we “They are very dependable and projected to grow about 24% keting, Technical, and Sales He notes that the team team. has experienced or used our easy to communicate with. this year, and that will be a very Operations Support covering is a “very young group” with “You need to always be at cable and internet services in Milestones They should be emulated in all significant share of 15% overall Metro Manila, Cavite, La- majority of account manag- the top of your game, com- your workplace. It would be a aspects of after-sales etiquette.” for SKY’s regional business. guna, Batangas, Cebu, Davao, ers falling under the millen- peting against the telco gi- great pleasure if we can also 2017 Cebu, and Robinsons Land content and broadband service the country, in March In partnership with its events at premier establish- For his part, Ferdie Arcena, “That’s why our mantra is Bacolod, Iloilo and Baguio. nial category, “so we are able ants. You need to be creative be of service to our kapami- In March, SKYBIZ enters Corporation condominium in November In April, powers the media Airtime Sales and Marketing ments—Okada, Shangri-La head of broadcast and technical to bring the team to the next The team’s business portfolio to develop them to embody in acquiring new customers lya outside the Lopez Group into an agreement to provide properties center of Malacañang by pro- division, amplifies the FIFA Makati and Mövenpick Cebu operations of Fox Networks level, to do not just what is has grown from P100 million the ‘kapamilya’ culture treating and in ensuring that your community. We want to show pay TV services to key hos- Starts equipping Mega- 2018 viding exclusive channels for World Cup craze and treats Continues to expand its Group Asia, notes: “SKYBIZ expected of us or what we’re a year in mostly cable service each of our customers as their existing ones are well-ser- them that SKYBIZ can build pitality and real estate estab- world Hotel Group’s newest Seals partnership to provide the coverage of the ASEAN football fans and enthusiasts network capacity in regional provides exacting products and supposed to do, but to go the subscription revenues to P1 own.” viced.” their business better. Visit lishments such as Seda Ho- hotels—Hilton Hotel, Hotel broadband service to Hinduja Summit at the World Trade to the ultimate viewing party areas with its fiber rollout in support. We are provided with extra mile all the time. At the billion a year with broadband To continue the business’s Asked about life goals and www.skybiz.com.ph to know tels Vertis North and Cebu, Sheraton and Hotel Okura— Global Solutions, one of the Center and other key hotels in experience in June through Baguio, Bacolod and Iloilo in products and services flexible same time, our extra mile last internet and data services hav- momentum, Liwanag says: how he is working on them more about our products and Summit Galleria Hotel in with superior entertainment leading IT/BPO companies in Pasay the Game Night Watch Party September enough to meet our growing year should just be ‘business as ing a 60% share. “Leveraging on our people while being at SKYBIZ, he services.” needs.” usual’ this year.”  Lopezlink September 2018 Corporate Sustainability Museum/Values Lopezlink September 2018  EDC scholars attend Operation Sagip, FFCCCII look to From the Trenches build schools in calamity-hit areas CAREERS leadership camp By Althea Cahayag IBy Earlhate Louis dela Peña passwords and security questions By Kreeshia Share OPERATION Sagip of ABS- panga and Zamboanga,” said construction of the classroom IN the advent of Windows ac- requires you to update your pass- involving money or “@” for pick a word, like a PBA team or Security question: Where dreaded because they can be CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foun- Earl Bacabac, Operation Sa- buildings was made possible by counts, KISSFLOW, CMMS word. Example: whennothingis- work, etc. It’s your choice and the name of your dog, and use it did you spend your childhood fun and interesting, too! dation Inc. (ALKFI) signed an gip Relief and Rehabilitation donations from their officers [computerized maintenance goingrightgoleft01. When asked preference, so be liberal with it. to answer these questions. summers? Answer: newyork. Earl Louis dela Peña is a me- agreement with the Federation head. and other members. management system], ESS [em- to update, just use whennothing- Example: Whennothingisgo- Security question: In which Security question: What was chanical engineer who works at of Filipino-Chinese Chambers Josine Reyes, ALKFI Proj- “The Filipino-Chinese ployee self-service], etc., we are isgoingrightgoleft02. ingupgoleft02$. city did you get your first job? the name of your favorite the Mahanagdong Power Plant of of Commerce and Industry Inc. ect and Donor Management community wants to share their constantly faced with one prob- Capital letters. In phrases These passwords might in- Answer: ginebra. Security teacher? Answer: rod. Security Energy Development Corporation (FFCCCII) to build classrooms head/chief of staff, said Opera- blessings with our public school lem: “What was my password?” as passwords, it’s very easy and spire you to come up with creative question: What was your first question: What is the name of in Ormoc, Leyte. He advocates in far-flung areas. tion Sagip aims to build class- students,” Yap said. This happens to the best of natural to capitalize the first ones. These were heard at work: pet’s name? Answer: ginebra. your favorite book? Answer: raising financial literacy among Known for its long-running rooms in calamity-hit areas. Since 1961, Operation: Bar- us. I have found myself in this letter of the phrase, thereby Itsabeautifulday01#; Asapni01&; However, it’s not good prac- lechon. Filipinos through personal finance flagship project called Opera- “This is one way where we are rio Schools has turned over 5,500 situation a couple of times, making it easier for you to Assoonaspossible04*; Oneina- tice to answer only one word I hope these tips help and education, dabbles in tech, and tion: Barrio Schools, FCCCII able to allow the children to re- classroom buildings or more than requesting ITSRs [IT service remember. Also, as programs million01$; Totalanyway05+; on all your security questions. inspire you. Passwords and loves to simplify anything compli- will construct five classroom build their life again, their stabil- 11,000 classrooms nationwide. requests] one after another. will often ask for at least one Tsktsktsk03%; Blueskies08#; Moreover, some programs pro- security questions need not be cated in 500 words, more or less. buildings with two classrooms ity. So, we want to provide them On the other hand, Operation Here is how I dealt with it. uppercase or capitalized letter Biliba07@; Thedamageisdone01!; hibit using the same answers and comfort rooms each in areas more classrooms that are condu- Sagip has completed more than Use phrases as passwords. in your password, this would Pananalapi08$; Paitpaki- for security questions. identified by Operation Sagip. cive to studying,” she added. 500 classrooms, including those Phrases are easier to remember satisfy that. Example: When- nabuhipaitpaimokape02#; Pak- There’s an alternative way of Ongoings “Initially, the target areas Domingo Yap, president in typhoon Yolanda-stricken and they can be creative and notingisgoingrightgoleft02. tolnasad02$; Accountability03#; doing it. Choose three words—a funny at the same time. Example: Special characters. These Performanceorientation04#; and place (newyork), a person’s name The CAREERS camp underscored the importance of advocating for the environment include Mindoro, Sulu, Pam- of FFCCCII, shared that the areas, since 2007. ADVISORY whennothingisgoingrightgoleft. are the “#,” “$” and “*” characters Collaboration04#. (rod) and a thing (lechon). Use The Lopez Library at the G/F Benpres Building, Exchange Always put numbers in your that programs require in a pass- Also, here’s a trick when asked these words in answering your Road cor. Meralco Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City is Zambales students receive school passwords. Numbers will en- word. The way through these is to answer a security question: security question. If the question open and welcomes researchers until further notice. SCHOLARS of Energy scholars attend skills-building Meanwhile, Jay Soriano, able you to keep the old phrase to assign special characters to a Security questions do not care asks for a place, give “newyork”; if Development Corporation workshops that aim to trans- EDC Negros Island Geothermal However, the Lopez Museum will be CLOSED in supplies, groceries from Bantay Kalikasan passwords and just change the specific case, such as “$” on your if your answer is right, wrong or it asks for a person, answer “rod”; preparation for the institution’s relocation. (EDC), through its College form them into youth leaders Business Unit head, said a re- number whenever the program banking passwords or anything even remotely making sense. So, and so forth. Admission Review and Readi- and advocates for the environ- newable energy ambassador and ONE hundred thirty-eight The donation was made supplies are already scarce, and ness (CAREERS) program, are ment. leader must be a good commu- students of Asian Develop- possible by the generosity of St. they only rely on those who will By Dulce Festin-Baybay a testament to how education One of these is the annual nicator, know how to collaborate ment Bank Spouses Associa- Theresa’s College Manila HS donate,” Cruz said. The New Values Vanguards is the key to opening doors to CAREERS Solidarity Build- with others, have integrity, and tion (ADBSA) Aeta Elemen- Batch ’69. He added that the groceries opportunities. ing and Leadership Camp. be creative and innovative. To tary School, together with eight According to teacher Ron- are also a big help as the staple Top performing students This year’s camp, themed -“In help develop these qualities, the teachers and 14 community ald Albagadela Cruz, the stu- food of the students is rice. from partner schools in EDC’s finite Capabilities,” was held in scholars were divided into groups leaders, received grocery packs dents usually lack school sup- “During the months of July The sound values of Devin Lopez geothermal sites in Albay, Sor- Dumaguete City in July. and given on physical tasks that and school supplies from Ban- plies. “As early as June, school to September, there is inadequate HERE is the last of the series on from kindergarten through definitely had a rebellious atti- Mateo, CA, it was eye-opening sogon, Leyte, Negros Island and At the camp, the scholars challenged their communication, tay Kalikasan food for the kids. So, you coming new Values Vanguards, as Devin eighth grade. I graduated from tude and got myself into trouble to see the lifestyle that my family Kidapawan are invited to the were acquainted with how a geo- collaboration, innovation and recently. here is truly a blessing,” he told Lopez is the youngest member who Aragon HS in 2008 and went quite a bit. After such occasions, in the Philippines enjoyed when During a shoot for CAREERS program. They are thermal power plant works and integrity. The school Bantay Kalikasan. is already in the workforce among on to get my Bachelor of Arts my dad would often impart we visited for vacations. Tarsier Records enrolled in different University of how it is the best source of clean To prepare for their roles also received Head teacher Melanie Sala- his generation of Lopezes. Until in Ethnomusicology from UC words of advice and my mum Before I was even old enough the Philippines campuses and lo- energy through a site visit to as renewable energy advo- three stand zar Capili also expressed her ap- we have another young Lopez get- Santa Barbara in 2013. would be there to hold me up. to understand the scope of my cal state universities and colleges. EDC’s 112.5-megawatt Palinpi- cates, each team also came fans to help preciation to the donors. ting a job, then we can resume the I also did two certificate Despite the cautionary wisdom family’s influence, I recall my In addition to the finan- non-1 Geothermal Power Plant up with a commitment plan ease the con- “We are truly grateful for series. Meanwhile, find out how programs during and after my I received from both of them dad teaching me the importance cial support they receive, the in Valencia, Negros Oriental. aimed at spreading awareness dition of the St. Theresa’s College of Manila this Lopez grandson took on all studies at UCSB—one in music throughout my upbringing, I of being humble. Aside from of climate change and how students, es- Batch ’69 for donating grocery types of jobs in the US to show his production from Berklee Online usually didn’t learn my lessons explaining the concept to me, I the youth can contribute to pecially those packs, school supplies and three independence. Devin is one of the and the other in audio engineer- until after making the mistakes. would see him embody it in the saving the environment. The who are as- units of electric fans for our in- sons of Raffy Lopez, who currently ing from Musicians Institute in Having my parents there to sup- way he treated others regardless 11 public schools in Rizal winning plan will be imple- signed to the digenous students. Thank you for serves as executive adviser to the Los Angeles, CA. My hobbies port and guide me through such of their socioeconomic standing. mented by the CAREERS two makeshift helping the kids with their edu- president and CEO of ABS-CBN, include snowboarding, scuba instances has had a tremendous The same goes for kindness— receive Gift of Knowledge scholars. classrooms. cation,” Capili said. (A. Cahayag) By Mikko Ramos and Jacqueline Meyer. diving, watching basketball influence on who I’ve become. observing the ways in which my Kindly state your full name and MMA, and playing video What values were you taught? parents interacted with others, ELEVEN public schools in Rizal Edric Calma, KCFI director and nickname, educational games/board games. How did you see these in your it became clear that being kind are now connected to Knowledge of Operations and president of A better future for more kids with Children’s Village background and hobbies. Who among your elders influ- growing-up years? was easy to do and impactful. Channel, thanks to the efforts MHSAAI, said: “This project LOVE, care and hope for a new forward in their lives,” said Jing to evolve as it remains in the ser- generation from online abuse My name is Devin Thomas enced you the most? Out of the all the values I The culture at The Nueva School of the Morong High School follows what both KCFI and beginning await more children Castañeda-Velasco, Bantay vice of the Filipino children. and exploitation,” she said. Moore Lopez. I was born and Naturally, my mum and dad was taught, I think humility and also echoed these teachings for Alumni Association Inc. (MH- MHSAAI have been advocating with the relaunch of the Bantay Bata 163 program director. “Aside from maintaining Through capacity-building raised in the California Bay Area had the greatest influence on kindness stand out the most. the nine years I attended. SAAI) and and working hard to accom- Bata 163 Children’s Village this Castañeda-Velasco said our core services in protecting programs aimed at educating and attended The Nueva School who I am today. Growing up, I Growing up middle class in San Have you ever worked or Foundation Inc. (KCFI). These plish—help prepare the young year. Children’s Village in Norzagaray, children at risk and disadvan- community leaders on abuse trained in any Lopez com- schools in need of multimedia children for the 21st century by Bantay Bata 163’s halfway Bulacan can house and provide taged through a nationwide and the intrinsic rights of a pany? Any jobs not connected learning resources are located on providing them with access to house for rescued children has holistic healing for at least 120 network of social services and child online and in the real with the family businesses? the islands of Binangonan and relevant and effective curricu- served as a home for over a thou- children in a structured, therapeu- our Children’s Village, Bantay world, it empowers citizens to I worked at ABS-CBN Cardona, and in the mountains lum-based multimedia learning sand young Filipinos since 2003. tic family-like environment. Social Bata 163 is also gearing towards become game changers in the Global for two summers during and hills of Morong, Teresa, resources and by training their With its improved facilities workers, health care professionals protecting the country’s future fight for children’s rights. high school in the Star Kargo Baras, Tanay and Jalajala. teachers on the best possible and enhanced program, Chil- and house parents will look after warehouse. The next job I got Each school received a Gift teaching strategies so that they dren’s Village is more equipped the children in the complex. was in junior year of college as of Knowledge package which (teachers) could help unleash to help victims of child abuse Bantay Bata 163 will also a groundskeeper for one of the included a 40-inch LED TV, the vast potentials of their young become resilient and empow- equip older children with nec- campus residences; unlike my HS ippines, I worked/interned for What advice would you give a digital terrestrial box and learners.” ered members of the commu- essary life skills in preparation stint at ABS, I acquired this job of several indie recording studios, your younger cousins regard- a Knowledge Channel por- MHSAAI has been actively nity. for their reintegration into so- my own volition because I wanted did some PA gigs for photog- ing their responsibilities in table media library (external hard collaborating with KCFI and “Through the kindness of ciety. Values formation support the extra money and the sense of raphers, worked at Uber, Lyft carrying out the Lopez Values drive) loaded with more than the Department of Education- our donors and partner or- will be given to parents and fulfillment that accompanied and Instacart, catered, and was of integrity, nationalism, etc.? 1,000 curriculum-based videos, Division of Rizal since 2016. ganizations such as the local families of the abused children. it. Waking up at 5 a.m. to work a substitute teacher for the Los My advice to my younger games, session guides and other MHSAAI chapters in Northern government of Quezon City, As Bantay Bata 163 cel- before class wasn’t at all necessary Angeles Unified School Dis- cousins would be to chase learning materials. California and Southern Cali- Bantay Bata 163 is now able to ebrates its 21st anniversary this (as I had financial support from trict. In my spare time, I would something in life that you’re KCFI and MHSAAI also fornia have provided access to provide a better home for chil- year, Castañeda-Velasco said the my dad), but it did force me to be produce music and doing so genuinely interested in. It’s provided training on learning Knowledge Channel, as well as dren who have suffered from ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya more responsible with my time. eventually led me to my current easier to have integrity in your with technology to the heads and teacher training, to beneficiary different forms of abuse and are Foundation Inc. child welfare and Devin goes wreck diving with his brother Chris In the five years between job as A&R and producer at life if you’re pursuing something teachers of the recipient schools. public schools in Rizal. in need of love and care to move protection program will continue college and moving to the Phil- Tarsier. that you intrinsically care about. 10 Lopezlink September 2018 Lifelong Wellness Interactive Lopezlink September 2018 11 Myopia control lenses, Ortho-K Sudoku Larga Na! Text and photos by Gerbs de Castro contact lenses: Innovative ways to Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para WTT: A dozen years control nearsightedness in children ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, By Charizze Henson column at kahon. Tarlac of the draw of bonding, wellness Text and photos by Gerbs de Castro

BRAVING a drizzly morning, over 500 Lopez Group employ- ees and their family members and friends attended the Lo- pez HR Council-Lopez Life- long Wellness Walk the Talk The 30-foot statue (WTT) 12th anniversary cel- of the Risen Asian Eye Institute chief Pediatric optometrist and Christ watches ebration at the First Philippine optometrist Dr. Jesse Caguioa orthoptist Dr. Gualberto Dato over visitors to Industrial Park (FPIP) in Sto. Monasterio de Tomas, Batangas on August 11. THESE days, more and more Ortho-K, on the other hand, Tarlac Registration started around children are becoming near- acts like braces or retainers for The Aquino ancestral house dates back to 1939 6 a.m. as participants helped sighted or myopic. This means the eyes. themselves to an early morning they can see clearly up close but Caguioa shares: “Children over MY friends and I embarked on one to whom he can entrust the pick-me-up consisting of taho, have blurry vision when they seven years old and have mild to a trip to Monasterio de Tarlac, a relic. pandesal and bananas. look far. However, most chil- moderate nearsightedness can  Very Easy 43-hectare property within the In 2005, the relic was brought FPIP president Giles Puno FPIP president Giles Puno; First Balfour president Anthony Fernandez; First Balfour head of Strategic dren are not aware they have it. wear Ortho-K contact lenses. It  Easy 278-hectare Tarlac Ecotourism to the monastery. On January 30, and First Balfour president Business Planning Macky de Lima “Nearsightedness or myopia makes use of hard contact lenses  Medium Park in San Jose that houses the 2007, it was finally enshrined in  Anthony Fernandez gave the is very common in children. But that reshape the cornea of the eye Hard relic of the True Cross of Christ. a baroque-inspired chapel. welcome remarks after the reci- because they don’t have anyone to temporarily correct nearsight- The monastery is run by the The relic is encased in a sil- tation of the Lopez Credo and or anything to compare their edness. They are worn at least Servants of the Risen Christ ver ark reliquary decorated with Values led by First Balfour’s vision with, they think having six hours while sleeping. When Answer to AUGUST puzzle (SRC) monastic community. symbols of the crucifixion of its enshrinement and every Sep- park, such as statues, a castle-type Macky de Lima. blurry vision is normal. They removed, clear vision usually lasts Solution, tips and While in Germany, SRC founder Jesus, such as a pair of dice, a tember 14, the Feast of the Tri- church, a view deck and a wood- Before trudging almost four would just adjust to it by sitting at least 24 hours.” computer program Fr. Ronald Thomas Cortez met hammer and nails, and a ladder. umph of the Cross. en cross. Near the parking area is kilometers, the participants en- close to the TV or the black- These special contact lenses are available at the relic’s custodian, who hap- It is exposed twice a year—every Aside from the chapel and the the 30-foot statue of the Risen joyed the warm-up spearheaded board or squinting their eyes. a great option for children who www.sudoku.com pened to be looking for some- January 30 on the anniversary of relic, there are other sights in the Christ facing the valley and the by Gold’s Gym. August Vil- There are also kids who would play sports and those who fre- mountain ranges in the west. lalon from Energy Develop- rub their eyes frequently, think- quently break or misplace their Since we were already near ment Corporation’s Emergency ing there is dirt in their eyes,” glasses. They can also be recom- Special Feature Capas, we dropped by the Capas Preparedness and Disaster Re- says Asian Eye Institute pedi- mended to children who are far- National Shrine. sponse Unit gave the partici- atric optometrist and orthoptist sighted or have astigmatism. The shrine was built by the pants their safety reminders. Dr. Gualberto Dato. Dato emphasizes the need Philippine government as a During the walk, the partici- Nearsightedness happens for children to undergo annual memorial to the Filipino and pants were also given the oppor- when the eyeball grows longer eye checkups or at least before Twenty-two employees from Adtel received Perfect Attendance awards American soldiers who died in tunity to see firsthand the new than usual. school starts. Camp O’Donnell at the end of developments and structures Asian Eye chief optometrist “We want to make sure that the Bataan Death March. inside FPIP. Halfway along the and low vision and visual re- they have clear, healthy vision Several structures and relics can trail, the tree-planting activity habilitation specialist Dr. Jesse to aid them in their growth be seen inside the shrine, such as commenced, and the walkers Caguioa explains: “Their eyeballs and development. Our goal is the markers of the Defenders’ of chose their preferred spots to grow longer as they grow older, to monitor their eye health, de- Bataan and Corregidor Inc. and plant their respective trees. At which causes their nearsighted- tect vision problems early and the Philippine Scouts, Defend- this point, they were rewarded ness to keep increasing every year. prevent more serious eye condi- ers’ Hall, the Bridge of Remem- with fresh buko to reenergize It is only when they reach age 18 tions like lazy eye, retinal prob- brance, the Wall of Heroes and a their bodies. that their eyeballs stop growing lem and glaucoma,” he says. boxcar that transported survivors Meanwhile, the awarding and their eye grade stabilizes.” Visit Asian Eye for a screen- of the Death March from San for Perfect Attendance saw a He adds: “The thing is, con- ing today! For more info, email Fernando, Pampanga to Capas. record-breaking count of 100 tinuous progression of and having [email protected]. In 2003, an obelisk was un- employees recognized. ABS- high nearsightedness in children No present like these gifts veiled that serves as the focal CBN and Adtel racked up the can lead to poor school or athletic center of the shrine and symbol- The Perfect Attendance awardees from ABS-CBN most number of awardees with performance. It also puts them Sports & Wellness THERE’S no time like the com or DM to @ICanServe own symbol of light. They izes peace. The hollow core of 22. at risk of developing potentially calendar present! Get into the Christ- on Twitter or Instagram. In- say the parol was made from the tower is accessible to visitors; SEPTEMBER The day ended with the raffle blinding conditions. Since the eye- mas spirit now with gifts made clude your name and contact paper and illuminated with here they can look up through 16: Run for Clean of the major prizes. balls are stretched and get thinned, and produced by the founda- info and the photo or number a candle in the early days to the three-prong steeple to be Energy, The smiles generated by this they may eventually develop reti- 3K/5K/10K (CCP tions of the Lopez Group and of the bag you are bidding for. help light the path of barrio amazed by its magnificent height annual undertaking show how nal detachment or glaucoma.” Complex, Pasay), 4am. Fee: other institutions. Minimum bid is P2,500 for folk on their way to Misa de and form. valuable the WTT really is—a Asian Eye offers innovative P320-P520. Register at This year’s series kicks off each bag. Auction ends at 12 Gallo. Inside card text reads: Since we still had loads of time, venue for camaraderie, fam- treatment through myopia con- Chris Sports branches with ICANSERVE Founda- noon PST on September 19, “May the light of the season we decided to visit the Aquino 23: Adventure Time Run, ily bonding and wellness rolled trol spectacle lenses and Ortho-K tion, a breast cancer support 2018. ICANSERVE will con- burn bright in your hearts.” family ancestral house in Con- into one! contact lenses that are designed 3K/5K/10K (McKinley network based in Ortigas. tact winning bidders via Face- Get card and ornament in a cepcion. The event had ended and the to prevent or slow the increase in West, Taguig), 5:30am. Get yourself or your loved book and text message. Log gift box for only P300. Email The place is called Ninoy Aqui- participants were safely on their nearsightedness in children. Fee: P950-P1,850. Register one a Bayongciaga by bidding on to icanservefoundation.org [email protected] no Ancestral House because Sen. way home when the weather, Myopia control lenses work at colormanila.com for one of the 10 limited edi- for more info. or text 0917-8093565 for or- Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino is a son 30: Hello Kitty Run, which brought only light inter- by making the side vision mild- 5K tion, hand-painted bags up for Meanwhile, the ICAN- ders. of Tarlac. Constructed in 1939, it mittent rains during the morn- ly blurry; this tells the brain that (Festival, Alabang), 5am. grabs via online auction. You SERVE holiday ornament ICANSERVE will have a is within walking distance from ing, defied predictions and- in the eye is already longer than it Fee: P1,800. Register at may send your bids (in Phil- is a classic gift that recipi- pop-up booth in Power Plant the town hall. In 2011, the house Program hosts Jemecho Torayno of First Balfour and Marco Amurao of FPIP; FPIP’s Geozza Tan leads the tensified later in the afternoon should be and prevents the eye- affinitearaces.com ippine pesos) to Pie Valencia ents look forward to every Mall on October 5-7, 12-14 invocation; Young walkers take the lead was opened to the public by then and throughout the weekend. ball from growing longer. or ICANSERVE Founda- year. The design for 2018 is and 19-21. Visit them on P1 Pres. Noynoy Aquino, Sen. Aqui- tion on Facebook Messenger, a tribute to the Filipino parol Level for more gifts that give no’s son. (Excerpted from http:// Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline via email to pieb2k6@gmail. (Christmas lantern)—our back. larga-bista.blogspot.com) 12 Lopezlink September 2018

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‘METRO’: Ode to all ion Issue are Nicole Tantoco-de los Reyes, Anne Gauthier-Das Neves and Marianna Vargas-Mo- things French rada in Francis Libiran gowns made especially “METRO” celebrates all things French in its lat- for the cover. In the cover story shot by Paolo est issue! Gracing the cover is Maureen Wroble- Pineda, they wear the season’s most eye-catch- witz. After she bagged the top prize in “Asia’s ing gowns and frocks by Vera Wang, Carolina Next Top Model,” the future looks bright as Herrera, Amir Sali, Adrianna Papell and more, Maureen embraces the opportunities that come with jewelry from Tiffany & Co. and Damiani. her way. To pique your interest in the South of Meanwhile, an editorial by editor in chief Raul France, we entice you with a primer on the most Manzano features Tiffany & Co.’s Paper Flow- luxurious French hotels in the region, along with ers, the first jewelry collection by chief artistic a sumptuous Provencal-inspired meal that you officer Reed Krakoff. ( Justin Alexandra Con- can find in Manila. Flip our pages for an inside vento) look at the Dior exhibit in Paris and live out your Get the newest issues of your favorite magazines Parisian dreams vicariously through Heart Evan- at leading bookstores and magazine stands nation- gelista-Escudero’s enviable closet. wide. To download, users on Android devices must download the Zinio app from the Android Market. Recently wed ‘it’ girls The app is also available through the iPad App Store. PC and Mac users can access Zinio at zinio.com. You grace cover of Metro may also subscribe to your favorite ABS-CBN Pub- lishing magazines or purchase current and back issues Society’s Fashion Issue by logging on to http://store.abs-cbn.com/categories/ Gracing the cover of the “Metro Society” Fash- Magazines/Current-Issues/.

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