THE CLUB
March 2025, 9th Edition
LOGO DESIGN CONTEST
As part of the celebration for the club’s 50th Anniversary, the management launched a Logo Design Contest. Members and employees were invited to send their entries which must be relevant to the club’s 50th anniversary. Out of 42 entries, one entry from member Mr. Michael Ngu emerged as the grand winner. The winning logo will be used and will be printed in all souvenir items for the club’s golden anniversary
Board of Directors
Atty. Simplicio M. Virtudazo, Jr.
President
Eduardo V. Francisco
Vice President
House Committee Chairman
Atty. Godofredo C. De Guzman
Corporate Secretary
HRD Committee Charman
Aurelio C. Alonzo
Treasurer
Finance Committee
Chairman
Francisco S. Rondilla
Construction Committee
Chairman
Jennifer C. Guerrero
Membership Committee Chairwoman
Henry Joseph M. Herrera
Socials Committee
Chairman
Leopoldo M. Lopez Jr.
Sports & Games Committee Chairman
Emmanuel Y. Mendoza
Planning and Development Committee Chairman
TALKS
INVESTMENT CLIMATE OUTLOOK: ARE WE OUT OF THE WOODS?
Mr Jonathan Ravelas, CTA, Senior Adviser, Reyes Tacandong and Company, delivered a talk entitled “Investment Climate Outlook: Are We Out of the Woods?” on September 12, 2024 at the Zobel Dining Room
Members as well guests listened and were given tips on the current investment trend.
Another Wellness Talk entitled “Usapang Lalake” was held last October 11, 2024, 1:30 pm, at the Zobel Dining Room.
The talk focused on prostate problems and its adverse effects on men if left untreated. Resource Speaker, Dr Jaime SD Songco, MD, a renowned Urologic Oncologist, answered the attendees’ questions about symptoms and possible preventions and solutions for prostate illnesses
USAPANG LALAKE
WHY PSEi?
TALKS
Managing Director and Head of Research, Philippine Equity Partners, Mr Jojo Gonzales, conducted a talk entitled “Why PSEi?” on October 24, 2024, at the Zobel Dining Room
Mr. Gonzales expounded thoroughly the stock market and the right stocks to purchase He also discussed the current political trend and its possible effects on the stock market
CREATING YOUR LONG TERM INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO
The final Financial Talk for the year was held on November 5, 2024 at the Zobel Dining Room with BDO Trust and Investment Group’s Chief Investment Officer, Mr Fritz Ocampo, as the Resource Speaker
The talk “Creating your Long Term Investment Portfolio” explicated the possible ways to grow your money and the significance of saving and investing through the years.
social EVENTS
DATE NIGHT’S BIG NIGHT
Members and guests enjoyed a night of dancing and grooving as the club organized the Date Night’s Big Night, another dancing event, on September 13, 2024 at the Ayala Banquet Hall.
BEERFEST
social EVENTS
Members and guests gathered for the club’s annual Beerfest Celebration last October 18, 2024 at the Ayala Banquet Hall
Much to the audience’s delight, the Sound Salad Band performed variety of songs from the yesteryears to contemporary upbeat music. Attendees were also treated to free flowing beer and unlimited bar chow.
social EVENTS
HALLOWEEN EVENT
Kids were treated to a fun-filled Halloween on October 26, 2024. Booths sponsored by the different committees were set-up to give delicious goodies to children. The kids who donned Halloween costumes for the event received cash prizes for their effort and creativity
social EVENTS
AMERICAN THANKSGIVING LUNCH
A well-attended American Thanksgiving Lunch was held on November 28, 2024 at the Ayala BanquetHall
MembersandguestsenjoyedthescrumptiousdisheslikeTurkey,RoastBeef,andSquidalaPobre
social EVENTS
MEMBERS’ THANKSGIVING COCKTAILS
The Board of Directors led by the Club President, Atty Jun Virtudazo, together with the Management Team hosted a Thanksgiving Cocktails for all members and their spouses on January 27, 2025 at the Ayala Banquet Hall
This event is being held annually to show gratitude to all the members who supported and who have been supporting the club throughout the years
social EVENTS
CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION
The club celebrated the Chinese New Year on January 30, 2025 at the Zobel Dining Room and was well-attended by members and guests. Scrumptious Chinese dishes were served and free tikoy was given to those who partook in the celebration
social EVENTS
VALENTINE’S DINNER CONCERT
A very successful Valentine’s Concert was held last February 14, 2025 at the Ayala Banquet Hall as the Music Making Company enchanted the attendees with their amazing performance
Members and guests were in awe and danced to the beat of lively music. Much to the audience pleasure, the band performed songs from the yesteryears which made the event nostalgic and more enjoyable.
sports EVENTS
TENNIS TEAM TOURNAMENT
October 27, 2024
Champion : The Lob Stars Team
JR Maniego ; Nica Jones; Gino Bella; Taipon Ang; Christine Murillo; George Dy; Michelle Rodrigueza
Runner-up: The Swingers Team
Gio Bilog; Andrew Escaler; Arvin Sanchez; Eliana Misa; Jose Jalbuena; Marco Canoy; Erika Sanchez
sports EVENTS
PRESIDENT’S CUP TENNIS TOURNAMENT
November 18 - December 1, 2024
Class A
Champion: Yuya Nishida
Runner-up: Dan Furnival
Class B
Champion: Kenta Hayashi
Runner-up: Jun Lopez
Class C
Champion: Zoey Ching
Runner-up: Miguel Burgos
PICKLEBALL TOURNMENT
December 15, 2024
February 22, 2025
February
MEET AND GREET WITH SANTA CLAUS
Kids and kids at heart were delighted to meet and greet Santa Claus on December 8 and 14, 2024. Cookies and chocolates were given to those who took a photo with Santa.
CAROL OF THE BELLS
December 13, 2024
It was an idyllic night filled with music, joy, and holiday cheer as the Lighter Side Movement Choir and Musica Sacra Orchestra serenaded the audience on December 13 with their mellifluous voices and amazing musical numbers
The crowd was in awe as they witnessed the choir and the orchestra gave a breathtaking performance which captured the hearts of all the attendees
INDUCTION CEREMONY OF NEW MEMBERS
Assignees, corporate representatives, and individual and life members were inducted on October 18, 2024 and January 17, 2025 at the Zobel Dining Room.
Membership Committee Chairwoman, Ms Jennifer Cinco-Guerrero and Atty Simplicio Virtudazo Jr , Club President, led the ceremony. Some directors and the management team were also present to welcome the new members
Plaques of Appreciation were also given to Life Members as a way to acknowledge and recognize their support and loyalty to the club.
The new members who were inducted on October 18, 2024 are as follows:
INDIVIDUAL
1. CAILAO, ANTONIO D.
2. DAYAO, LEONARDO
3 IGNACIO, DANICA FRANCESCA D
4. OCAMPO, MARIA PIA
5 PADILLA, AMBROSIO III, V
6. PADILLA, ANGELA VICTORIA H.
7. VILLAFUERTE, GABRIELLA R.
CORPORATE REPRESENTATIVE
1 CRUZ, JEFF GABRIEL M
2. IGNACIO, CZARINA YLLANA MONICA
3. LAZATIN, CARLO
4 RANCE, RAMON VICTOR V
5. SANTELLA, LAWRENCE MARI
ASSIGNEE
1. KIM, SUNAE
2. RAMIREZ, CZAR CARMELO C.
3 RANJAN, PRANAV
4. SIA, ALEJANDRO LUIS S.
5 SUBIDO, NICOLO
6. TAN, JENNY O.
7. ZHU, JINGFENG ..
LIFE MEMBER
1 CINCO, MARIA LOURDES
2. LOCSIN, MARY
INDUCTION CEREMONY OF NEW MEMBERS
The new members who were inducted on January 17, 2025 are as follows:
INDIVIDUAL
DAVID BURTON M. ANG 1.
JOEL A. BANARES 2. JOSEF VINCENT W COCHIEN 3 PATRICIA COSETENG 4. ZARINA BEATRICE I GONZALES 5
MARTIN HILLS 6.
STEPHAN PHILLIPE L. LHUILLIER 7. ANTONY L MARDEN 8
MARY ANN D. MIRANDA 9.
ANTOLIN A ORETA III 10 SANDRA A. PAGDANGANAN 11.
CORPORATE REPRESENTATIVE
MA. TERESA R. ANTONIO 1.
EMMANUEL T BAUTISTA 2
GENA VALERIE U. CHUA 3.
GEOFFREY M. DALY 4. IRWIN EDWIN A DE GUZMAN 5
CLAUDINE FABROS 6.
RAHUL SASHIKANT RASAL 7
NANCY KATHLEEN S. ROXAS 8. R JOHN CHRISTOPHER J. SALOM 9.
ASSIGNEE
JUAN MIGUEL L. AVANCEÑA 1.
BETHILDA C. CASTILLO 2. ERIKA MARIE CESAR 3
RANDELL J. MANUEL 4. JOHN REY C MORENO 5
MICHEL MARCO P. FIGUERAS 6. STEFAN KOLBE 7.
ASSOCIATE MEMBER
CHRISTINA C HENSON 1
LIFE MEMBER
JOHANSSON COBANKIAT 1 ANTOLIN ORETA JR. 2.
AURELIO M CIFRA 3
REINFREDO L. BARRIENTOS 4.
GIVING OF DONATION
As the sole beneficiary of the club’s last Beerfest event, the club gave a cash donation to the Salesian Society of St John Bosco led by Fr Joji Inocentes, SDB. This religious organization aims to help the ailing and elderly priests through their healthcare program.
NEW YEAR’S TOAST
A productive 2024, indeed. On January 9, 2025, the Board of Directors headed by Atty. Simplicio Virtudazo Jr. hosted the first New Year’s Toast to celebrate a lucrative and successful 2024. The Zobel Dining Room was teeming with beaming Supervisors and Managers who all helped each other to reach another milestone.
Some directors who attended and shared this momentous event were: Vice President - Mr. Ed Francisco, Treasurer – Mr Roel Alonzo, Membership Committee Chairwoman – Ms Jennie Guerrero; Construction Committee Chairman – Mr. Kiko Rondilla; and Socials Committee Chairman – Mr. Henry Herrera.
The Food and Beverage Department recently launched different food promotions to spice up the first months of 2025!
ELEVATE YOUR CULINARY JOURNEY AT THE ZOBEL DINING ROOM... WHERE ELEGANCE MEETS FUNCTIONALITY
club IMPROVEMENTS
YOUR SECOND HOME, MADE EVEN BETTER…
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Replacement
Repair of Sliding Window
installation of screens in the Main Kitchen
of Venetian Blinds of all Function Rooms
Cleaning and waxing of Ayala Banquet Hall floor
Cleaning of Veranda Hallway
Repainting of walls and stairway at the Sports Pavilion
Installation of non-skid matt for the swimming pool
Installation of new plants
Repainting of steel chairs
Replacement of lavatory faucet at the Banquet Hall toilets
Cleaning of the different areas of the club
Beautification of club surroundings
Pressure washing of Outdoor Tennis Courts
Repainting of function room San Lorenzo, Magallanes and Dasmariñas
De-clogging of main sewage of storm drainage in the covered tennis court
employees’ WELFARE
MEET AND GREET WITH THE CLUB PRESIDENT
As a commitment to give the best service to the MSCI employees, the Club President Atty. Simplicio “Jun” Virtudazo, Jr. met the MSCI employees on May 8, 2024 to discuss his plans for the club and its employees. He also explained his expectations and, likewise, asked the MSCI staff to air their sentiments and concerns about their jobs.
Additionally, Atty. Virtudazo emphasized the importance of following the club’s policies and expounded the employees’ salaries and benefits and his intentions to improve their livelihood by giving them adequate wages that will sustain their everyday needs.
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT SEMINAR
Lifeline Philippines in coordination with the club’s HR Department conducted a Basic Life Support Seminar on October 22, 2024 at the Dasmariñas Function Room
Employees were taught the rudiments of initial medical emergency assistance and the importance of providing first aid to patients.
employees’ WELFARE
FINANCIAL WELLNESS SEMINAR
The management organized a Financial Wellness Seminar for MSCI Employees on February 19, 2025 conducted by Ms. Digna Licuanan from Insular Life and CEO of MoneyManagers. She tackled the importance of budgeting and preparing for your future. She also discussed different investments which a person can venture into to protect our assets and health.
TEAM BUILDING
MSCI General Manager Mr Ron Limbo organized a Team Building/Planning Seminar on January 10-11, 2025 at the San Antonio Function Room Managers and Supervisors attended and presented their specific goals, plans, and targets. According to Mr. Limbo, the main objective of this planning is to improve productivity and hone their skills in conflict resolution, problem solving, and collaboration.
employees’ WELFARE
EMPLOYEES’ THANKSGIVING PARTY
After a four-year hiatus because of the pandemic, MSCI employees bonded at the Employees’ Thanksgiving Party on November 21, 2024 at the Dasmariñas Function Room. Employees vying for the grand prize prepared song numbers and dance presentations to entertain the audience and the directors Cash prizes were given to the winners as well as raffle prizes to the lucky employees
This event also gave the chance for the employees to connect with their colleagues and relax after a long day at work.
EMPLOYEES’ CHRISTMAS PARTY
December 23, 2024
MSCI BASKETBALL
The MSCI Basketball Team showed their grit, determination, and strength as they bagged the 1st runner up in the Bel-Air Commercial League in December 2024 It was truly an amazing feat as they bested several teams and still won as one of the best lineups last year
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