5 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD GET LIVEFEST 2017 TICKETS NOW! By: Deejay Arro FEBRUARY 12, 2017 | YEAR 11 Issue No. 603 In celebration of Holy Name University’s HNU Days this year, the Central Student Government will be hosting LIVEFEST 2017: Here's to Love MOMENTUM and brings to Bohol, Bamboo, By: Raul Gatal the country’s Prince of Rock on February 17, 2017. Married couples, engaged pairs, sweethearts or summer lovers who come in all sizes and shapes, a The LIVEFEST stage has been graced by some couple of winks from today, will be celebrating a of the country’s hottest bands and recording very special day. artists such as Parokya ni Edgar in 2014 and Rivermaya in 2015. Quiet intimate dinners, red roses and chocolates take the spotlight at this time of the year as we celebrate Valentine’s Day a couple of days from now but did you I know it’s pumping you up already but let know that the origin of this holiday for the hearts isn’t me just give you five — yes, at least five — even remotely romantic? reasons why you should get your LIVEFEST 2017: MOMENTUM tickets NOW! St. Valentine for whom this February fete is dedicated to was the Roman priest who believed in marriage and commitment and who encouraged young couples to 1. It is a post-Valentine/ post-exam treat. marry within the Christian church. And this was contrary to the edict of Emperor Claudius who prohibited the Want to extend Valentine’s Day? Or you just marriage of young people. He secretly married them because of the edict. Eventually, Valentine was caught, want to take a break from the exam? Take imprisoned and tortured for performing marriage your special someone or in the absence of ceremonies against command of Emperor Claudius II. any, your squad, perhaps, to the concert and It’s Bamboo! The Philippines’ Prince of Rock will be rocking enjoy the paint war, the holi powder, the As we mark this most special of days for couples, foam party, the freshest spins from our guest Holy Name University this coming February 17. here’s our top three list where you just might enjoy the occasion: disc jocks, the music from the front act bands, the same number of attendees; included in that BLUEWATER PANGLAO will have a very special Pre- number will be concert goers coming all the way from Valentine’s Dinner tomorrow , February 13, at 6 p.m. Metro Manila, Cebu, and Davao. So, imagine a very Making the event extra special is the presence jam-packed venue filled with by a doting crowd from of Asia’s Diamond Siren, Nina Girado. Known for Bohol and beyond, all gathered together to enjoy the her sultry and mellifluous vocal stylings, Nina is music of Bamboo and all other performing artists. It expected to dish out her certified hits as well as a will definitely be an electrifying night to jumpstart the repertoire of romantic ditties. weekend. » 5 Reasons ... CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 It will be an explosion of colors at the HNU Oval this coming February 17. A throwback to HNU Days 2015.Photo by Vhince Benedict Chiu Gruppo Tribale and of course, Bamboo. It’s going to be an awesome night fitted for those who wish to de-stress from their work, acads or those who wish to simply be BE Grand Resort makes sure you also feel the magic with their beloved — romantic or otherwise — on that on your plate with the best view on the island. very night. On February 14, between 5:30 PM and 10:00 PM, indulge in “Love on Top: A Valentine’s Dinner” And oh! To the single dudes and dudettes out there, perhaps your Valentine is just one of those faces you will meet in the crowd. Now that’s a very romantic possibility, isn’t it? BOHOL ARTS EXP<L>O ushers in 2017 National Arts Month Celebration To step up last year’s National Arts Month celebration called KURAMBOS, the Provincial Government of Bohol for this year, guided by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts’ recommended national theme of Malikhain, Mapagbago, Filipino, ushered in BOHOL ASTORIA BOHOL invites you to a romance- filled beachfront dinner on Tuesday, February 14, 6:30 ARTS EXP<L>O, a combination of exposition and pm to 10:30 pm. Listen to a live acoustic band explosion of Boholano creativity and excellence in the to serenade you while you’re enjoying a most Holynamians, or the Boholano party crowd, knows exactly how arts for social transformation. sumptuous dinner and see the day turn to dusk. to study/ work hard then party harder, just as shown in this photo from LIVEFEST 2015: GENESIS. Photo by Vhince Benedict Chiu CULTURAL FLASH MOBS IN THE MALLS. As a mode of drumbeating the month-long program, 2. The Cool Crowd various artistic groups mounted spontaneous flash mobs in the major malls in the city : at all major floor Over the years, the LIVEFEST concert is able to attract an estimated 5,000 people, both Holynamians and non-Holynamians. This year, the Central Student » Bohol Arts ... Government of Holy Name University is still expecting CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 2 FEBRUARY 12, 2017 THE ROVING EYE chronicles Bohol’s latest in entertainment, events, arts and culture scene. In between, the ringside tickets to the hottest society events and, of course, snippets on Bohol’s upstarts, the hotties, the cuties and the stylish set that make heads turn and tongues wag. For comments and features, e-mail us at [email protected]. TOP INT’L PR FIRM NAMES BOHOLANA AS MANAGING DIRECTOR Your Roving Eye is proud to share some good news! Miss Bohol 1992 and UP Diliman graduate Celevel Ranoco Butler of Jagna, Bohol and former Saatchi & Saatchi Singapore general manager takes the helm of one of Edelman Singapore’s largest practices. Just two days ago, Edelman, a leading global communications marketing firm, announced the hiring of Celevel Ranoco Butler as Managing Director, Integrated Brand in Singapore, effective immediately. The announcement follows a string of senior hires across Edelman’s global network in the integrated brand communications space, including Mark Renshaw, global chair of the Brand practice, and Rupen Desai, vice chairman, APACMEA. Butler reports to Amanda Goh, CEO of Edelman Singapore, as well as Desai. Epitome of the Modern Boholana: Celevel Ranoco Butler FABULOUS FEBRUARY BIRTHDAY BOY Most singles dread the coming of Valentine’s day but for Deonico “Deo” Guden, being single can be a blessing especially for someone in his line of work. Currently the Resident Administrative Officer A photo with Celevel and with fellow Jagnaanons Shiela Sy & Alexis Cadelina of Alona Tropical Beach Resort, Deo plays a lot of other roles in between but with equal ease As managing director, Integrated Brand, Butler will have immediate and aplomb. Aside from tourism concerns and responsibility for the vision, strategy and operations of Edelman developments, he is also most passionate with Singapore’s Consumer practice and partner with the firm’s directing pageants and mentoring beauty queen digital, strategic planning and creative teams to further Edelman aspirants, involving himself with the Rotaract and Singapore’s integrated marketing offer. “Brands, increasingly, need with youth organizations to be both authentic and talkable. Clients are already working with us on brand solutions that are earned and digital at their core,” said Amanda Goh, CEO of Edelman Singapore. “Celevel’s commitment He was recently elected as the secretary of the to client innovation and creativity coupled with her experience in with hubby Dominique Butler & son Breitt newly- formed Panglao Resorts Associations. Deo leading award-winning integrated brand teams will further fast is single and loving it. Cheers to the birthday boy! track our communications marketing mandate with clients.” Edelman was named The Holmes Report’s 2012 Asia-Pacific, 2013 Middle East, 2014 Asia-Pacific Digital and 2015 Korean With two decades of award-winning work in advertising, creative Consultancy of the Year; Campaign’s 2012 Greater China PR, and brand marketing, Butler was most recently general manager of 2013 Indonesia Digital, 2013 and 2015 South Asia PR, 2014 Saatchi & Saatchi Singapore. Over her seven-year tenure as general Australia/New Zealand PR and 2015 Japan/Korea PR Agency of manager, she transformed the Singapore operation into a regional the Year; and Asia-Pacific Excellence Award’s 2015 Agency of the hub, leading 120 consultants and expanded Saatchi & Saatchi’s Year. client portfolio into consumer products, tourism, banking and finance, insurance and automotive. Butler was most recently recognized at Cannes and Spikes Asia for her work for Scoot’s “Inspiring Spirit” Integrated and PR campaign. “Building brands has shifted away from communicating through a TVC to earning the attention of audiences,” said Butler. “Edelman’s PR heritage and strength in digital positions the agency as a leading partner to help brands navigate the changing communications landscape. I am energized by this new challenge and look forward to working my talented colleagues to evolve Edelman into the agency of the future for our clients.” ABOUT EDELMAN ASIA PACIFIC, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA Deo Guden with Panglao Mayor Nila Montero Edelman is a leading global communications marketing firm that partners with many of the world’s largest and emerging businesses and organizations, helping them evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. Among their global clients are Unilever, GSK, HP, Samsung, Singapore Tourism Board, Shell, Harley Davidson and a lot more. Edelman operates in 13 countries across Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa With my former college students Mia Uson & Zion Sormeon (APACMEA) and has affiliates in more than 40 cities.