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Volume 2 | No. 83 | Cagayan de Oro City | April 16-22, 2015
Guide to Corporate Wear
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ave you ever asked yourself if you are underdressed or overdressed, especially in corporate events and business meetings? We all know that we have to look good to feel good. But we must not forget to mean business, too, especially if heading to a corporate gathering. Here are some guides and points to remember: -- Apart from investing on a corporate wear, invest also for a nice pair of shoes. Keep your shoes clean and
A woman poses during a Hudyaka event in an entirely corporate wear.
Corporate women in a huddle during the Hudyaka 2014. (BWM photos)
By Ma. Cristina C. Arayata
Black does magic. Whether you’re a guy or a lady, you can never go wrong with this color. shiny. People wouldn’t care Black suits and dresses often even if it’s an LV if it’s dirty. make one look elegant, too. -- Keep your hair tidy. No For men, please don’t dare matter how fashionable you to wear Mickey Mouse or are, an untidy hair seems Sponge Bob neckties. Also, unacceptable. -- Spend some time looking you need to choose colors that would go well with your for the right accessories, but wardrobe. If you are wearing never over-accessorize. a dark-colored shirt, wear -- While black is the a light-colored tie and vice “universal color,” you can still versa. experiment on colors. Gone are the days when we don’t see The easiest way is to wear a white undershirt since as any real men wear pink. color and pattern of tie would -- You don’t have to overspend. Just dress smart. By match well with it. Remember these points in wearing a adding some fine accessories, necktie. you can already enhance your guide/PAGE 11 wardrobe.
LDN-LGU promotes women’s football TUBOD, Lanao del Norte – As part of the National Women's Month Celebration that seeks to increase awareness on issues concerning women and their continuing fight for equality, the Provincial Government of Lanao del Norte (PGLDN) hosted a province-wide Women’s Football Day, Football Clinic and Festival of Football, earlier. The one-day event was spearheaded by PGLDN under its ‘Kabataan Sigurado’ program
initiated by Governor Khalid Dimaporo. The sporting activity is coordinated by the Iligan-Lanao del Norte Football Association (ILNOFA). More than 40 girls aged 15 years old and below from different towns of the province joined the football training and exercises, held at the world-class Football Field, MCC sports complex, Barangay Sagdan, Tubod town. football/PAGE 11
Young girls from different towns of Lanao del Norte eagerly participate in the football training program organized by the provincial government under the ‘Kabataan Sigurado’ of Governor Khalid Dimaporo. (PIO-LDN)
Post-Yolanda’s youth sexual behaviors in E. Visayas ‘unacceptable’ THE Commission on Population (PopCom) has expressed concern over unacceptable sexual behaviors of youth in Eastern Visayas after the 2013 super typhoon, owing to young people’s urge to seek pleasure after the traumatic experience. Citing the 2013 Young Adult Fertility and Sexuality (YAFS), PopCom Regional Director Elnora Pulma said that two of every five youth in the region have sexual experience with mean age at first sex is 18 years for males and 17.6 years for females. “There are many factors affecting the high premarital sex cases. Among these are peer pressure, poor guidance from parents, and lack of sense of responsibility of young people,” Pulma said. Although the premarital sex figure is the third lowest in the country, teenage pregnancies continue to rise since late 2013. About 9.7 percent of females aged 15-19 are already mothers while 2.1 percent of females aged 1519 were pregnant with their first child at the time of the survey interview. Youth/PAGE 11
A mother touches the image of her son at the mass grave in San Joaquin, Palo, Leyte on October 29, a few days before All Souls Day and the first anniversary of the typhoon that ravaged Eastern Visayas. The City Government of Tacloban, Leyte will lead a solemn commemoration of Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) on November 8, 2014. (MindaNews photo by Walter I. Balane)
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April 16 - 22, 2015
Korean wave hits CDO for the second time O
Story and Photos by MARK FRANCISCO, Assistant Editor
N Apr i l 12 , 2014, Cagaya n de Oro w it nessed Ha l ly u i n CDO: T he K-pop Gat her i ng. At exac t ly a yea r later last Apr i l 13 to be speci f ic, Ha l ly u i n CDO 2 .0 occu r red at C ent r io Ac t iv it y C enter. It ’s been 365 days si nce t he last meet up of Kpop fa ns here i n CDO a nd it ’s hea r t wa r m i ng to note t hat t here were a l ready a lot
of Kpop g roups bot h f rom t he hig h school a nd col lege ca mpuses which have bloomed. A nd t hey ’re rea l ly Kpop fa ns at hea r t because t hey ca n memor i z e w it hout a si ng le f l i nch t he ly r ic of t he songs t hey m i m ic a nd da nce to. For t he Kpop Da nce Cover Bat t le a lone, more t ha n 20 Kpop g roups joi ned. T here were a lso ga mes, a fashion
show, a Kpop mercha nd ise boot h a nd ma ny more su r pr ises which happened whi le t he concer t was u nder way. In fac t, t he whole C ent r io Ac t iv it y C enter was f i l led to t he br i m whi le t he show went on for eig ht hou rs f rom 12:0 0 noon t i l l 8:0 0 p.m. Specia l g uests were X-Uni f ied, Sy nc a nd X ite. Ha l ly u i n CDO 2 .0 was orga ni z ed
by Baozi, a nonprof it orga ni z at ion a i m i ng to create big a nd exclusive Kpop gat her i ngs here i n Nor t her n
M i nda nao t hat wou ld i nv ite ca ma rader ie a mong Kpop fa ns here. Watch out for more su r pr ises i n
t he f ut u re f rom Baozi! T he Kpop ex plosion bega n to spread t hroug hout t he world at t he t u r n of t he cent u r y.
Toyota achieves highest sales in a single month The largest local car manufacturer in the country achieved its highest sales to date in a single month last March. Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) registered its record-breaking performance of 10,237 units sold. Its previous sales milestone was recorded last October 2014 with 10,163 units sold. Based on the most recent CAMPI report, Toyota registered a market share of 43.5% for the
month. During this record breaking run, the bestselling vehicle in the country has once again outperformed its best sales level since its introduction. The locallymanufactured Toyota Vios registered a total of 2,774 units continuing to show strength in the automotive industry. This is the highest record a single model has achieved in the history of the local automotive scene.
For the first three months of the year, TMP has reached 10,960 and 16,856 sales for its Passenger Car and Commercial Vehicle Segments respectively. In total, the number
one car brand in the Philippines has already sold a 27,816 units in just the first quarter of the year. Compared to the same period of last year, Toyota’s performance grew by 22%.
In a statement, TMPC President Michinobu Sugata expressed “The continued robust economy has given us the momentum to achieve this sales milestone. Toyota has also foreseen that market demand will continue to strengthen especially before the long holiday as customers eagerly require new vehicles for out-of-town trips. That is why, we at Toyota, took action by ensuring supply of vehicles
to meet the requirements of the consumers during this period.” Sugata also added saying that “With the launch of our summer ‘Drive Away Deals’ promo, it even makes owning a Toyota more attainable. TMP is likewise extending this promo for the whole month of April for customers who would want to take advantage of this offer and purchase a vehicle this summer.”
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Portion of Mariwasa Booth at 2015 WorldBEX
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2015 WorldBEX SCG Cotto & Mariwasa Booth Opening and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies
Mariwasa unveils 2nd generation Full HD Tile Collection at 2015 WorldBEX
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he latest innovation in ceramic tile technology is now in the Philippines with the introduction of Mariwasa Full HD Collection. Hailed as the “real digital tiles”, this year, Mariwasa Full HD will be launching its 2nd generation of tile series with a wide variety of styles ranging from wood, stone, marble, geometric patterns and nature-inspired designs. Initially available in 40x40 cm and 30x60 cm sizes, the Mariwasa 2015 Full HD Collection
is bringing this innovation to greater heights by introducing 60x60 cm, the biggest tile size in the local market. Mariwasa Full HD is an avantgarde ceramic tile collection that resemble real-life natural designs ideal for floor and wall applications whether for indoor or outdoor setting. Mariwasa Full HD also enhances details and fine prints making any room scene or outdoor setup more beautiful and vibrant. The digital printing technology gives an exceptionally
MURILLO Beige and CHALET Brown on Wall; IRVING Ivory on Floor
clear image of the tile design in 360 dpi resolution making the image of HD Tiles up to 10 times sharper than the regular tiles. A total of 29 Series consisting of 60 SKUs completes this year’s Full HD Tile Collection. Some of the tile series include the brick-inspired STANWOOD, ROSSLAND, FORTRESS, SANTIAGO and CRISOLOGO series, the marble-styled VALERIUS and IRVING series and the wood-themed MELAKA, CHANCE, MURILLO,
SANTIAGO Red & ROSSLAND Brown on Wall; MIRANDA Arancio on Floor
NORWOOD, CAMERON and WOODRAFT series. The Mariwasa 2015 Full HD Collection is part of SCG’s campaign ”The
Inspiration of Living” and was showcased at Mariwasa Booth in 2015 WorldBEX from March 1115, 2015 at World Trade Center
Metro Manila, Pasay City. The said collection is now available in authorized Mariwasa distributors across the country.
SCG Cotto & Mariwasa Booth Complex at 2015 WorldBEX
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STANWOOD Ochre and CLEO Grey in Wall; CLEO Beige on Floor
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April 16 - 22, 2015
opinion
cagayan de oro: think the city of golden opportunities a out of the minute A biz box jhan tiafau hurst
mercy: what a gift
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hink a Minute…There’s a story about a very poor family who inherited $100,000. The mother knew this was their only chance to buy a nice little house and a better life. The daughter saw the money as her only chance to go to medical school and become a doctor. But the older brother wanted the $100,000 to start a business with his friend. He promised his mother and sister that he would soon pay back the money. Well, the mother decided to give her son the one chance he needed to start a business and become successful. But just a few days later, that son’s business friend took all the money and ran. That family’s only hope for a better life was completely gone. You can imagine how terribly guilty the son felt. His sister was so angry she hated him for what he had done. She called him the worst names she could think of. But her mother stopped her and said to her daughter: “Don’t you know that the time to love somebody is not just when they’re doing well. That’s not real love. Real love is loving someone when they’re at their
worst and failed. When they can’t believe in themselves. It’s now that your brother needs our love and acceptance the most! And if you haven’t learned that, then you haven’t learned anything!” That’s the kind of love and mercy God has given you and me. There’s no possible way we can ever earn or deserve God’s love and forgiveness. We’re like the soldier in Napolean’s army who was being punished for a crime he had done. His mother begged the great leader Napolean for mercy on her son. Napolean said: “Woman, your son does not deserve mercy.” And the mother answered: “I know, sir. If he deserved it, then it would not be mercy.” You see, it’s God’s mercy and love that Jesus Christ died to give us. Because He knows it’s our only hope for a better life both now, and after we die. So won’t you ask Jesus right now for His gift of mercy and new life? Just ask Him to forgive you for all your wrongs in the past, and to help you start changing with Him in charge of your life today, and every day. Just Think a Minute…
renowned Filipino businessman from Manila asked me the other day during a lunch meeting where I would invest here in the Philippines. Without thinking twice, I immediately replied “Cagayan de Oro”. No wonder my reply was met with an acknowledging nod. I discovered later that he had just recently agreed to invest a big sum of money in a big new plant near Cagayan de Oro with job opportunities for maybe a thousand people. My impression is that slowly the city of golden friendship is becoming the city of golden opportunities. Businesses are growing naturally in a city which is the hub of Northern Mindanao for distribution, storage, transport, food processing, manufacturing, healthcare, services and education. With the influx of people from nearby municipalities and province looking for work, local and
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Mr. Lorens Ziller how to actually break through. Now he is back on track enjoying a healthy working environment with happy employees. It is very interesting when I look at my email inbox and single out some of the inquiries of businesses wanting to set up shop for example in Bukidnon for farming, in Cagayan de Oro for food processing and manufacturing plants, in Puerto and Villanueva for distribution warehouses, in Camiguin for resorts ziller/PAGE 11
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does not only go into the local economy. There are also situations where investments are going out into other areas as part of the expansion program of local businesses. The credo that big business is done only in Manila or Cebu is false and it is slowly showing that businesses in the provinces are as vital as those in the capital. Just last month, another foreign businessman was asking me for help with his business as he was not able to overcome a few simple organisational and HR issues which in the end grew over his head and got him frustrated and demotivated. So he actually wanted to pull out and close a profitable business with the consequence of sending 4 workers home. Fortunately I was able to help to solve his issues with the goodwill of a few local friends but this shows that sometimes the local environment needs the appropriate know-
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national government entities as well as private businesses are investing to keep up with the demand and required infrastructure improvements this growth is provoking. Knowing this may sound all too rosy and it is also true that difficulties and problems are always a too loyal companion to all business activities in general, but with the right determination and perseverance, success is actually a natural consequence. As the Vice President for Visayas and Mindanao of the Italian Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines, my role is to encourage investment and promote the exchange of business, ideas, know-how and financial cooperation. With this we are able to build gateways for local, national and foreign businesses to reach out in all directions to search for new markets, new clients, new suppliers or new venture partners. Investment
moscow trip a success?
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re e k P r i m e Minister Alexis Ts i p r a s v i s i t e d Mo s c ow a n d m e t Vladimir Putin. The j u d g e m e nt b e f o r e the visit was really h a r s h . No t o n l y d i d t h e Eu r o p e a n Un i o n a n d U k r a i n e c a s t i g at e G r e e c e’s s o l i t a r y m i s s i o n i n Mo s c ow. I strongly agree with m a ny Eu r o p e a n s and foreign c o m m e nt at o r s i n s ay i n g : A l e x i s Ts i p r a s a l s o l o s t t h i s political game! S o f a r, t h e G r e e k Prime Minister A l e x i s Ts i p r a s’ h a s n o t y e t b e e n p r ov e d a ny t h i n g i n h i s dealings with the Eu r o p e a n Un i o n a b ov e a l l , t h at h e i s c ap a b l e o f l e a r n i n g . Since taking office i n Ja nu a r y, h e s h ow s
the same blend of stubbornness, denial of reality and a g g r e s s i o n t ow a r d s his benefactors. Wo r d s o f G e r m a n T V- j o u r n a l i s t B a r b a r a We s e l . L e t’s a l l h o p e a n d p r ay t h at p e r h ap s t h e v i s i t w i t h Vl a d i m i r Putin will finally lead him to some s e l f - k n ow l e d g e . T h e stakes were high as Ts i p r a s l ay d ow n h i s last political card on the table - only to go h o m e w i t h a n e mp t y wallet. The Greek Prime Minister was willing to gamble aw ay h i s c o n s e nt t o t h e e x t e n s i o n E U ’s Ru s s i a s a n c t i o n s a n d jeopardize solidarity with the EU to gain a new friend and h e l p e r i n Mo s c ow. He w a nt e d t o s h ow
t h e Eu ro p e a n s t h at he has options other t h a n t h e e x c r u c i at i n g n e g o t i at i o n s w i t h B r u s s e l s o n re f o r m s a n d re g u l at i o n s , w h i c h a re s u p p o s e d to put an end to his acute financial p ro b l e m s . A l e x i s Ts i p r a s s o m e h ow s e e m s e a g e r t o h av e a l l the bad experiences possible and to g e t i nt o t h e n i t t y gritty of them. So he s m a s h e d t h e p l at e s is the customar y G re e k w ay, a n g e re d Eu ro p e a n Commission P re s i d e nt Ju n c k e r, Eu ro p e a n Pa r l i a m e nt P re s i d e nt S c hu l z a n d a l l Eu ro p e a n p a r t n e r s with this mistimed v i s i t t o Mo s c ow, just so he could get nothing out Putin for
this bold act except s o m e w a r m w o rd s a n d v a g u e p ro m i s e s . Ts i p r a s c o u l d n o t e v e n t r i u mp h a nt l y re t u r n t o At h e n s t o announce the lifting o f t h e Ru s s i a n i mp o r t b oy c o t t t o h i s p e a c h farmers. The billions in a i d t h at At h e n s u r g e nt l y n e e d s mu s t c o m e f ro m Eu ro p e a n p a r t n e r s . Vl a d i m i r Putin has - as expected - made it v e r y c l e a r t h at h e has nothing to give and will not assume responsibility for the bankruptcy c a n d i d at e , G re e c e . S o, w h at d i d Ts i p r a s achieve on his trip t o Mo s c ow ? Fe e l i n g i mp o r t a nt ? Su re l y not enough for G re e c e’s a n d Eu ro p e’s f i n a n c i a l f u t u re . . .
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April 16 - 22, 2015
Globe Chief:
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Motivated, happy employees propel us to the top Winning culture, engagement key to telco’s transformation success
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mid the backdrop of a re s ou n d i ng c o r p o r a t e performance in almost all business indicators last year, the highest Globe Telecom executive alludes to its greatest asset as the key driver of these successes: its happy, motivated manpower. The telco’s president & CEO Ernest Cu attributes the company’s commercial triumphs to the 6,000-plus strong Globe employees who serve as the catalyst in driving the organization to its best form ever, emerging as the Philippines’ No. 1 mobile brand as of late. “A company can acquire the most modern equipment, technology or the biggest coffers to boast of. Our key differentiator though is the human asset which pilots the organization to success or failure. I am honored to say that the happiest, most motivated personnel in our industry resides in Globe, and likely that of leading organizations in the country or elsewhere in the world,” claimed the Globe chief, during the company’s recently-held A n n u a l S t o c k h o l d e r s’ Meeting (ASM). Living The Globe Way The highest-ranking Globe official revealed
that the recent string of achievements were a result of various revolutions it had undertaken as a company: digital, commercial, network, information technology and culture the last one encompassing its people. There, he shared that the company’s own brand of “winning culture” a n d “a c t i v e e m p l o y e e engagement” are guided by w hat t he c a l l “ The Globe Way,” which is key to transformation success currently being enjoyed by Globe. “The Globe Way” was Globe president & CEO Ernest Cu: A winning culture and highly instituted in 2010, almost engaged employees are our key differentiators. (Supplied Photo) half a decade ago, during what Mr. Cu recalled were they keep what they call what would be the highest The recognition highlighted “challenging times” for the “Circle of Happiness” employee satisfaction rating the top three elements its Globe, when its market re volv i ng i n c ons t ant , recorded at 87%, as attested employees value: company share was at its lowest point. perpetual motion. by global human capital vision, clarity and alignment With a revamped mindset Innate love for the company consulting firm Watson- to its goals, as well as job among each and every Globe “ S u p e r i o r p e o p l e , Wyatt. As noted by the enrichment, culled from employee, the state of the superior relationships, and Globe chief during the press an Employee Satisfaction company’s affairs underwent a superior culture will keep briefing that immediately Survey conducted in 2013. a radical transformation and us on top, fueled by the followed the stockholders' Happy employees = happy altered its esprit de corps current momentum built on meeting, “nobody has ever customers for the better. M r. Cu n ot e d t h at , a culture of aggressiveness approached that score here The top Globe executive and innovation. Our people in the Philippines.” “S er v ice and c ustomer maintains that the said work hard because of their Globe has likewise been experience are what we aim c u lture is t heir “cle ar, innate love for Globe. Those receiving global accolades to do well in Globe. We competitive advantage.” are the ingredients that b y w a y o f n u m e r o u s want our customers to be Even as “The Globe Way” brought us to our lofty distinctions. Last year, the happy and remain that way. positions the customers place in the industry which Asia Corporate Excellence It will not be possible if it front-and-center, its essence I believe will keep us up & Sustainability Awards will not reflect on the kind a l s o e mb e ds e mpl oye e there,” Mr. Cu pointed out. (ACES) conferred to the of people who interact and engagement. Along with That “innate care” and telco the title of “B est cater to our publics. There shareholders satisfaction, “love” realized in 2014 Company to Work For.” are very few, if any, telcos
in the world that have done what our men and women have achieved. We want to keep Globe as a very happy place and keep that ‘Circle of Happiness’ spinning.” “Our mo der nized network are already up and running, as well as great concept stores and systems in place, but without our fantastic people, every effort we have exerted to bring us to where we are now will not be sustainable. Others can acquire whatever technology we have, but what they cannot have is our people, and the heart they have for Globe,” he emphasized.
Hot Summer Offers at Shopwise The sun, the sea, and the outdoors call out once again with great new adventures as summer kicks in. And as the year’s hottest season begins, the country’s first and original hypermarket Shopwise offers its top-quality and affordable summer finds to make every family trip more fun and exciting. Siargao’s furious cloud nine waves, the depths of Hinatuan’s Enchanted River and the rush of Cagayan’s white water rafting fill up every adventure seeker’s local bucket list while Surigao del Sur’s Britania Group of Islands and Tinuy-an Falls are just some of Mindanao’s picturesque destinations. Whichever your family prefers, make sure they look stylish with Shopwise’s selection of comfortable swimwear. Those who are looking to catch the waves through surfing or rafting can also choose from the rash guards available in store. Meanwhile, the little ones will delight in Shopwise’s array of swim toys, which they can use while swimming or on the shore. From the lush greeneries and
wide plantations of Mindanao to the famous Agusan Marsh, going on a series of road trips calls for protection from the rays of the sun. Shopwise carries skincare and hair care products that provide effective sun protection in varying amounts of SPF to keep your skin safe from harmful UV rays, allowing you to enjoy the sights without worry. The cool temperature and relaxed vibe of the mountain highland of Dahilayan in Bukidnon is a perfect summer destination, especially for families who prefer picnics. Shop for all your picnic essentials at Shopwise and enjoy its wide selection of products, including summer fruits and delicious snacks. Keep it healthy with watermelons, bananas, mangoes, and pineapples, and spice it up with some chips and biscuits. You can also grab juices and drinks and place them in coolers to keep them fresh. While most prefer the outdoors for the hot days ahead, there are those who’d rather stay home. Staycations have become a thing nowadays and Shopwise also has products that are perfect for the
homebodies. The hypermarket’s appliance section has water dispensers, air coolers, and air conditioners to keep families cool as they lounge around at home while they enjoy ice cream, citrus fruits, and juices as snacks. Those who are thinking of putting together a wine night with friends can also choose from Shopwise’s wines and glassware. On the other hand, parents can still satisfy their kids’ yearning for water activities with Shopwise’s inflatable swimming pools. At Shopwise, one gets the best value and quality with everyday big deals, big bargains, big discounts, big savings and big values on thousands of items in store. Head to Shopwise now at the 2nd level of the East Annex Building, Limketkai Mall, Limketkai Center to discover more awesome deals. It is open daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and currently has 13 other branches nationwide. For updates and promotions, visit www.shopwise.com.ph, www. fb.com/shopwisesupercenters and www.twitter.com/shopwisedeals.
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LABOUM
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Biggest K-POP ICON search now in PH
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multimillion peso recording and management contract in Korea await the champion, and possibly another one from the top 10 finalists of the biggest K-Pop Icon Search (KISPINOY) that will kick off on April 22 at the Mall of Asia (MOA) Music Hall. A free concert by U-KISS AND LABOUM will be part of the grand launching. “We’ve always been amazed by the incredible pool of talents
Lim Chang Jung
that can be found in the Philippines. All over the world, Filipinos are recognized for their passion in singing and performance. That’s why we’re here. We believe that a Filipino is the next K-Pop idol,” says Matthew Choi, KISPINOY founder and producer. KISPINOY is a reality-based talent search that aims to discover young and talented Filipino K-Pop performers. To be shown on TV5, the aspiring contestants
will be battling it out on stage every week to win a coveted stature in the Asian and global music industry. YU&IQ International, Inc., in partnership with YU&IQ Korea and NH Media, is the producer of the show. YU&IQ Korea (formerly Ryu’s Entertainment) is a major investor of KISPINOY. The company is the creator of awardwinning film and television artists like Suh Young Hee and Lee Mun Sik. NH Media is a South Korean record label and entertainment agency that currently manages U-KISS, Lim Chang Jung, The Ray, Kim Jeong Seo and LABOUM. Expect some of Korea’s most prominent artists to be seen as guests and/or judges on the show. They will also mentor the contestants who will eventually
become the next K-Pop sensations from a world-class brand. A 3-billion dollar industry from South Korea, K-Pop was the main driver of the Korean Wave, spreading across Asia, to the West and other parts of the world. As described by Time magazine, K-Pop is South Korea’s greatest export, continuously experiencing double-digit growth in terms of revenues since the mid-2000s. In 2011 alone, it clocked in US$3.5 billion in gross income. Some of the K-Pop idols today have Filipino roots: Sandara Park of 2NE1, Cheon Dung of MBLAQ, and Alex Eusebio, former member of U-KISS. KISPINOY is open to all Filipinos ages 13 and up. Those interested can record
Kim Jeong Seo
their songs and dance performances in booths that will be set up in designated SM malls nationwide. These recordings will be sent to Korea for screening. The audition dates and venues are as follows: April 22, SM Mall of Asia; April 24-25, SM
Pampanga; May 2-4, SM Southmall and SM Davao; May 6-9, SM CDO; May 8-10, SM Megamall; May 12-14, SM North EDSA; May 13-15, SM Cebu; and May 21-23, SM Dasmarinas and SM Bacolod. For more information, email info@ kispinoy.com
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Smart Prepaid kicks off biggest ‘Live All Out’ Summer promo April 16 - 22, 2015
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Over P2 million worth of prizes to be given away, including barkada trips to Boracay
The undisputed mobile services leader Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is turning up the heat this summer season with the biggest ‘Live All
Out’ Summer promo of Smart Prepaid, offering over P2 million worth of Barkada Getaways to Boracay, cool gadgets, and other exciting prizes,
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Canon appoints MSI-ECS as business printers distributor Aiming to promote efficiency in business workplaces all over the country, Canon Marketing (Philippines), Inc. partners with MSI-ECS, one of the country’s leading ICT Distributors. With its extensive channel reach, MSI-ECS will make it easier for businesses to improve efficiency in their working environment by adding Canon products in their distributions list. imageRUNNER 1024, a hassle free entry-level A4 copier designed to meet small business office needs and imageRUNNER 2002, an A3 copier which comes packed with a unique array of features including Remote Scanning, ID Card Copy and image combination, will be the banner models under the partnership. Both known for providing the best solutions for personal and business needs, Canon and MSIECS will team up to offer small and big enterprises everything they need to optimize their capabilities.
Canon has been in the forefront of maximizing efficiency and improving the workflow of tasks by offering multifunction printers with cutting edge technology. Its products are designed not only to cater to workplace tasks— printing, copying, scanning, and faxing, they are also built to cover these tasks faster and better. Canon copiers also produce more while consuming less as compared to counterparts from other brands. They are also built to run on lower operating and maintenance costs. To further the reach of its copiers, Canon taps MSI-ECS. Being one of the leading ICT solutions providers in the country today, MSIECS has a solid track record in products distributions. It also has a very formidable channel reach spanning across the country with its head office catering to the greater manila area and provincial units strategically located in Cebu and Davao.
Misamis Oriental Gov. Yevgeny Vincente Emano warmly entertains Energy Secretary Carlos Jericho Petilla during the latter's visit at the provincial capitol March 31. An open forum followed at the Capitol Conference Center.
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1. The necktie’s length must be according to your height. If you are tall, choose a long necktie. 2. The triangular edge of your tie should reach your buckle when properly tied. Try to tie it in such a way that it will extend half an inch past your belt line. 3. If your shirt or your wardrobe has stripes or is checkered, then the color of your tie should match the dominant color of your striped or checkered attire. 4. Your tie should be made from quality fabric. Silk and satin are good kinds of fabric for neckties. -- Choose a nice scent. That’s part of the package, you have to make sure that you smell good, too. Choose a perfume that is neither citrusy nor too heavy. -- For women, go easy with the makeup. Opt for a cleaner and a more polished look. This will highlight your natural beauty. During the day, use no more than two eye shadow colors on your lids. If you prefer an on-the-go daytime to evening look you can, try the “smokey” eyes look by adding a deeper shade in the pleat of the eyelid. Meanwhile, for evening parties, you can add some shimmer powder to your cheeks and on your shoulders. Wear a darker shade of lipstick and add lip gloss at night time. -- Keep a black dress. I have heard that every girl’s closet must have “ a little black dress.” It makes sense because black dresses are so versatile and even makes us look slimmer. Just spice it up with the right accessories and voila, you’re set to go. A black dress makes one to look classy. -- Invest on a threequarter trench coat. This is ideal especially if you are attending a whole day executive meeting. It would lessen the cold in a chic way. Overall, you have to exude confidence and a positive aura. With these tips, you can be sure you’re on the right track attending that corporate gathering. (PNA)
Football... from page 1
The participants were trained by technical staff from the Philippine Football Federation (PFF) with coaches from ILNOFA assisting the young footballers. “We are very happy
with this turn-out. It shows that many girls are indeed interested in this sport. We may find young athletes here in Lanao del Norte who would qualify to try-out for the Malditas (women’s national football team),” expressed ILNOFA President Lemuel Mapula. The event was facilitated by the Provincial Community Affairs Office (PCAO), through its Provincial Sports Coordinator, Nelson Lasola. For his part, Provincial Boardmember Harris Ali is giving the sports program of provincial government his full support as Chairman of the Committee on Sports of the Sanggunian Panlalawigan. The provincial leadership led by Governor Dimaporo is known among local governments as a firm believer of the Filipino athlete and a solid advocate of all kinds of sporting disciplines from track and field to motorsports. For this training program, PGLDN provided for the allowance and food of the organizers and trainers of the highly-anticipated activity. LAR and VNL/ PIO-LDN.
Youth... from page 1
Overall, 11.8 percent of female have begun childbearing before reaching the age of 20. About 84 percent of youth had their first premarital sexual encounters without any protection against unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. In Eastern Visayas, the figure is the third lowest in the country, a big improvement from the second rank in the previous YAFS survey. However, the report is still alarming considering that premarital sex incidence has increased, not only in the region, but nationwide, according to Pulma. The YAFS is a series of nationally representative crosssectional surveys on the Filipino youth aged 15-24 conducted by the Demographic Research and Development and the University of the Philippines Population Institute. (PNA)
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or solar energy farms. So the entrepreneurial will is there, the funding
apparently is not a problem and the basic infrastructure is also there. Maybe some need to be pushed or even reassured a little as Mindanao still generates some unjustified fear even among Filipinos. If the government, the city and private businesses are able to coordinate their efforts for the benefit of progress, the ultimate beneficiaries are the people who are enjoying new jobs, new infrastructure, new facilities and opportunities. There are big interests flowing to Northern Mindanao and with the right attitude and healthy business environment we can have great benefits for the local economy. Let’s buckle up and get to work so the fruits can be enjoyed by all of us.
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OPENS NEW PLANT & SHOWROOM IN THE CITY OF GOLDEN FRIENDSHIP
R AT E X , k n o w n for its Excellence, Integrity and Dependability, now opens a new showroom and plant in Cagayan de Oro-the City of Golden Friendship. With its presence in the city, URATEX fulfills its promise to provide more Filipinos in the Vis-Min region access to world-class, best quality foam products that are competitive with other global brands yet truly affordable. Throughout its prolific history, the RGC Group of Companies has remained true to its long tradition
of excellence, integrity and innovation. Today, RGC Group’s f lagship company, Uratex, is proud to be the leading foam and mattress manufacturer in the Philippines. For more than fou r d e c a d e s , Ur at e x i s t h e P h i l ippi n e s’ largest manufacturer of commercial and automotive polyurethane foam products and is considered as one of South East Asia’s leading foam brands. It is consistent recipient of the Reader’s Digest “Most Tr uste d Brand” Platinum award since 2009.
T h e br a n d i s a l s o known for its commitment to product quality and excellence, sound financial management, and inspiring people skills. Plus with it s “Q u a l i 5 C el lu l ar Technology,” Uratex ensures that its foams are produced with a high degree of product superiority and world-class quality that will benefit more Kagay-anons and the entire Vis-Min region. It also continues to invest in newer and updated technologies to gain operational excellence in order to manufacture the best foam products that conform to the strictest
global standards yet are avai l able at t he most affordable price segments. In the City of Golden Fr i e n d s h ip, Ur ate x Showroom vis.a.vis its new plant is situated at the busy business district of Barangay Cugman, Cagayan de Oro City. With its presence in this up-coming highly urbanized city in the Philippines, Uratex fulfills its promise to provide more Filipinos in the Vis-Min region to world-class, best quality foam products that are competitive with other global brands yet truly available. Uratex foam
products are also available leading super malls in the city. Furthermore, Mr. Eddie Gallor, Executive Vice President RGC Group of Companies says that “Cagayan de Oro has always been known as a melting pot because of its accessibility, which makes it an attractive base for businesses in Mindanao. It has always been considered to be one of the most progress8ve cities in the Philippines. Establishing a manufacturing plant and showroom in CDO is part of our commitment to expand our business in Visayas and
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Mindanao, and support the continued development in the region.” In an interview, Frederick Y. Sow-Uratex, General Manager of Vis-Min said that the opening of the CDO plant and showroom is also part of Uratex plan to open production centers in the key cities in the region after it opened similar facilities after it opened similar facilities in Cebu, Davao City. Other areas the region such as Iloilo, Tacloban, Butuan, Iligan and General Santos City are also being eyed for future development. uratex/PAGE B2
Frederick Y. Sow, Vis-Min Gen. Manager - URATEX
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Twenty eight (28) young men and women from all over Mindanao are vying for the most prestigious and coveted Campus Model Search of the country today- MR and MISS OLIVE – C of the Philippines. It is the biggest campus model search in the Philippines wherein stardom dreams of these young men and women begins with pimple-free and blemishfree faces. Campus models were coming from different schools in Mindanao; Ateneo de Davao University, University of Mindanao, University of Southeastern Philippines, Misamis University, Mindanao State University-IITIligan City, Cagayan de Oro College-Phinma, Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan, Mindanao University of Science and Technology, and PN Roa National High National School. April 15, 2015 at the Activity Center of Gaisano Mall, Cagayan City, these lovely, beautiful, handsome and gorgeous candidates faced the media-wherein their
talents and wits were tested and measured as they answered relevant questions thrown by members of the press about Mindanao’s situationer in terms of tourism, peace and development and related questions pertaining to the Search. Business Week Mindanao Corporation with its four publications has chosen the following candidates (only their respective numbers are published-their names will be announced during the Contest Proper and Coronation this coming April 25, 2015 at SM City-Cagayan de Oro). To receive special awards with the following titles: Mr. Business Week Mindanao is Candidate # 14, Miss Business Week Mindanao # 14; Mr. Mindanao Daily News # 13, Ms. Mindanao Daily News #12; Mr. MindanaoStar # 6, Ms. MindanaoStar # 8 and Mr. Cagayan Times # 10, Ms. Cagayan Times # 6. Talent competition was also held on the same date and venue, wherein the 28 candidates showcased their innate talents.
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the growing needs of the autonomous, furniture, b e d d i n g , f o o t w e a r, textile, garment, and food industries. The Uratex Automotive Division has created a name in the Philippines as one of the foremost providers of quality automotive seat assembly. It is divided into two companies: Multican
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At A Glance - The Group’s foam business began in 1968 when Robert Cheng realized his dream of producing high-quality foam. He founded Polyfoam Chemical Corporation and, later on, expanded into related businesses to address
an d R o b e r t s A I M P C . Multican is known for manufacturing components, capabilities and solutions to 4-wheeler brands and bus transportation. The exterior f inish of the vehicles is wonderfully complemented with Uratex materials making it easier to tag leather seats and covers for a more attractive
interior. Roberts AIMPC makes sure that these vehicles run superbly by equipping and furnishing them with essential parts such as airconditioners, radiators, fan belts, etc. T h e R G C Te x t i l e Manufacturing Corporation is known in the industry for its versatile capabilities and diverse product range.
It has the experience, the expertise and the high-tech equipment to manufacture virtually any kind of fabric. Wit h it s e x p and e d presence in the region, especially in Cagayan de Oro, Uratex is partnering with businessmen as they expand operations alongside the province’s rapid development. It is
this kind of support that the RGC Group hopes to provide local businesses, as the company continues with its expansion nationwide to provide more Filipinos with good, healthful and restful sleep. p h oto s b y m a r k francisco and TEXT BY JOE PALABAO
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CAMIGUIN PROVINCE - 2014 NORTMIN FAVORED TOURIST DESTINATION
The tourism industry in Northern Mindanao soars up high as Camiguin Province “Island Paradise of the Pacific” is still the considered as the most- favored tourist destination for the year 2014. This is followed by Misamis Oriental/Gingoog Cluster. Camiguin captured 33 percent share while the latter cornered 23 percent share of the total arrivals of the Region. Year-on-year, the same clusters led in getting the most number of tourists arrivals constituting 32 and 26 percent shares
of the total arrivals, respectively. Tourists arrivals for the 4th quarter of 2014 totalled to 465,646. This is 49 percent higher than the 313,311 arrivals during the same period in 2013. Of the total tourist arrivals for the reference quarter, majority were domestic tourists comprising about 98 percent (454,789), while foreign tourists comprised a meager share of around 2 percent (10,857). During the year, majority of the foreign tourists were mostly from East Asia, Europe and North
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America constituting 21, 17, and 16 percent shares of the total foreign tourist arrivals, respective ly. However, compared to last year, East Asia (28 percent) and North America (18 percent) clusters recorded the highest decreases while ASEAN (42 percent) and Middle East (24 percent) clusters posted increases in the total regional arrivals. On hotel occupancy it was noted that the region’s rate for the entire year of 2014 was 38 percent. The Province of Camiguin as the most favored destination during the year consequently recorded the highest hotel occupancy rate amongst the regional clusters at 71 percent. This is followed by Bukidnon-Malaybalay, Valencia at 38 percent, Misamis OrientalCagayan de Oro City, Gingoog City Cluyster at 35 percent and Lanao del NorteIligan City cluster at 31 percent. Misamis Occidental-Tangub
City, Oroquieta , Ozamis City cluster had the lowest occupancy rate at 14 percent. For the fourth quarter of 2014, the average hotel occupancy rate of the region was 41 percent with Misamis Oriental-Cagayan de Oro City, Gingoog City cluster posting the highest rate at 88 percent among the clusters. While the combined total number of conventions and seminars/ workshops held in the region during the year reached to 3,217(+20percent year-on-year) with total number of participants of 529,144 (+54 percent yearon-year). About 93 percent of these events were locally-organized activities. Misamis Occidental-Tangub City, Oroquieta, Ozamis City cluster hosted 978 events or 30 percent of the total events for the year. Misamis Oriental-
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Cagayan de Oro City, Gingoog City cluster trailed closely behind with a total of 864 events or 27 percent of the regional total. With the able leadership of Tourism Czar for Mindanao-
Regional Director Catalino ‘Butch’ E. Chan 111, the booming tourism industry of the Region will catapult Northern Mindanao as one of the country’s top tourist destination.
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et ready to live more, and feel more, with the colors from the newest colorful series from MyPhone, the RIO 2 series, launched last March 31 at the Green Sun, Makati. The event, “MyPhone RIO 2: Be Inspired Launch,” featured two of the units under the second wave of the RIO series, the RIO 2 and RIO 2 Lite. This launch was held few days before the anniversary of the unveiling of the first RIO series at Teatrino, Promenade, Greenhills. “These units will definitely continue what MyPhone started almost a year ago when it launched the first RIO unit, to turn the country into a #RIONation,” shared MyPhone Vice-President for Marketing and Business Development Richard De Quina. MyPhone also officially introduced its newest logo with their new tag line “Be Inspired.” The hashtag #BeINSPIRED also trended #3 nationwide
on twitter during the said event. Just like forming a #RIONation, MyPhone aims to go back to where it started inspiring Filipinos through the product it delivers. The launch was attended by media friends from print, radio, television, and online. Kapamilya and Kapuso stars were also spotted during the launch. Among them were Kapuso stars Miguel Tanfelix, Bianca Umali, and Karyn Johnston, Kapamilya Stars Teejay Marquez, Kyra Custodio, MyPhone ambassadors Upgrade and Kris Angelica, and the brand's lovely endorser Ms. Devon Seron. For more updates on MyPhone's upcoming phone models and events, like our official Facebook page www. fb.com/myphone and www.fb.com/ myphoneevents, and follow us on Twiter: @ MyPhoneOfficial and @MyPhoneEvents. See us also on Instagram: @MyPhonePH and @ MyPhoneEvents.
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