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Vol. 1 | No.12 | Cagayan de Oro City | October 24-30, 2012

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Photographer and Light Chaser Dr. Vic Orencia prepares to take a shot in Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental. Photo by JEFFrEy rC PONCE, MD DPBr.

PMAP, DOLE-X join forces for better HR mgmtby Christine H. Cabiasa

The People’s Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP)

partnered with the Department of Labor and Employment-X (DOLE-X) in advocating best practices for human resource management in the region through an oath-taking ceremony of the PMAP President Priscilla Capitan, October 20, Polymedic Medical Plaza.

According to Johnson Cañete, DOLE-X Regional Director, with PMAP, the professional development of the members will be more strengthened thru trainings and support schemes of the respective source companies fo r l abor management and better services to the workforce in Region 10.

PMAP pioneers employees’

management and human resource supervision with 1,800 corporate members and 22 chapters nationwide. The association promotes effective human resource schemes.

Capitan states that she is happy with the collaboration, in fact, they’ve been thinking of this long before, now it’s realized and in behalf of PMAP members, they will ensure the commitment of their advocacy to guarantee best guidelines in the human resource management aspect.

T h e o a t h - t a k i n g ceremony was witnessed by the representatives of corporate business industries in the city, human resource management outlets and agencies concerned, and members of the press.

DOLE-X Regional Director Atty. Johnson G. Cañete responds to questions raised by members of the press, with him (left) Crispin D. Dannug, Jr. Assistant Resional Director and Priscilla Capitan, PMAP President.Photo by DyON KArLO AGUILLON

PMAP President Priscilla Capitan takes her oath.Photo by DyON KArLO AGUILLON

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Misamis Oriental has always been the foreground home of come-hither look tourist

destination spots and has taken facets as the gateway for economic, industrial and tourism pylon in Mindanao. It has afforded the people with quality life through income generating projects that boosted MisOr’s economy to height. With highly-urbanized cities and zenith-reach mobilized municipalities, no doubt, Misamis Oriental has reached the pinnacle of easy street.

Our editor, Shaun Alejandrae Uy has shared to you his top-drawer experience in his West MisOr jaunt, now fasten your seatbelts and I will take you to the nothing-can-compare symmetry of the East MisOr. Sweep your feet off guys!

Actually, the East part is not new to me since I have traversed its way whenever I’ll go home to Camiguin yet I haven’t visited every municipality. They say, every municipality stop, there’s a devil-may-cry hop. [You can hop because of the place’s alluring charisma]. If I hopped? That’s for you to find out.

As we were heading our way to Balingasag, we stopped in Green Waters restaurant to get a glimpse of a “pili” nut. According to the tour guide, that’s the only place in Northern Mindanao wherein you can find the pili nut. Its four to six centimeters long, and its skin is smooth and shiny, it is thin and turns to purple when ripe. It is rich in calcium and potassium. Oh! It stooped down as I was to take a photo of it. It cracked my curiosity honestly that I almost ate it. [It tastes good actually].

Second stop is the Balingasag mariculture bangus cages. Because of grip excitement to see bangus alive and kicking, I almost forgot the comeliness of the People’s Palace. It is a gold like structure located at the heart of Balingasag. When you enter their portals, you are welcomed with people [as if you are a king or queen entering your palace]. And they do treat like one.

From the palace, let’s go to the seawater venture of the bangus cage reserves near the bay park. I was so excited to ride the pump boat, a new adventure ahead I thought. Whoa! It was indeed an adventure because of shaky sea waves; I saw those bangus cages and appreciated how the Balingasagnon took good care of it. The cages are about five meters wide with a diameter of three. Balingasag is indeed amazing and I hopped. (I hopped my way to the wharf because of the uncalm sea waves).

We had also the ancestral house visit of the Vegas wherein Emilio Aguinaldo left a note of thanks and gratitude to the host family for his short stay in the 1800s.

Third stop is the Arts and Crafts Inc. mix webbing products visit in Lagonglong.Oh! I was startled with the products I saw. Ms. Esmerna Gabutina, the owner and pioneering abaca fiber webber for 15 years has been awarded with various recognitions in the country and her craft has entered the international business portal in Canada and the United States of America.

Lagonglong does not only houses then if I may say “The Athena of Lagonglong, Esmerna” but it is endowed also with great people and a plate-may-broke place. (If I’d hop, I’d probably break the town’s hush, yet I hopped).

Fourth stop, Salay. Aside from fishing and lanzones fruit production as their primary means of income, Salay also advocates to paper made industry. At the heart of Poblacion stands the Salay Handmade Paper Industries Inc. (SHAPII). SHAPII produces handmade paper products out of abaca and fiber.

SHAPII has created livelihood for the Salay people and has been exporting products. It has helped the economy of Salay and the Philippines and maybe one the inspiring business in the locale for aspiring young entrepreneurs. Come and shop at SHAPII and you will hop.

Fifth stop, the religious-advent-abode of the Lourdes of Grotto in Binuangan. To recall, every time I passed by Binuangan on my way to Cagayan de Oro, I felt blessed and relieved. Try it, from the bus; you can feel the aura of peacefulness and holiness. It is as if, Binuangan is place wherein your filthiness can be washed plus the Lourdes of Grotto, that your sins can be cleansed.

They had also the healing water, in which if you washed in it, your burdens and illness will be purified.

Sixth stop is the Mantianak Botanical and Zoological Park in Sugbongcogon. Its forest preserves and a wildlife home gives you a jungle ambiance in which it is good to be there. Fresh air from green trees, natural habitats for the animals plus cottages for family gatherings, picnics and barkada getaways truly proves the environment wealth of the municipality. Honestly, I hopped at Mantianak while having my sumptuous snack after doves or “kalapati” went out and flew in the

circle.After the wildlife experience, the

group then headed to the coast line magnificence of Bagakay Bay Park in Kinoguitan. Oh! It made me missed more my home town Camiguin since it just miles away. They say Camiguin is just a stone-throw away from Bagakay. I tried; it’s not, yet almost. The 800-meter Bagakay Bay Park is half way to its destination- to be Kinoguitan’s top tourism site as the Local Government Unit is paving their way for its landscape and facility improvement.

It’s refreshing to stay there and have a walk along the shore. Going back, I hopped when I threw the stone hoping that it will reach the Island of Imagination. (Sounds silly yet I tried.)

Past lunch but I did not feel hungry because seeing what Misamis Oriental has to offer fed my eyes with 101% protein-exquisiteness and 102% carbo-gorgeousness. Ah! MisOr has tons of splendors to boost of. However, we still had our lavish lunch at Talisayan Grill. My eyes were full then plus my stomach was astounded with the delicious meal.

The ‘pasiyo’ continued to Duka Bay Resort in Medina. It has been my dream to visit Duka, now it became a reality. I hopped and hopped and hopped on my way to the bay as I was seeing white sands. Oh! Duka is the Mindanao version of Boracay, I say. Luxurious rooms at affordable rates, shimmering white sand beaches, and picture perfect place for sunset watching, Duka indeed has lift the tourism industry of Medina.

Second to the last stop is the ancestral-yet-stunning Pelaez White House. The new generation of the Pelaezes has preserved what their ancestors left, from antiques to dresses and bags and mirrors, it is still all there. Beautiful.

Last stop is the Alibuag Cold Spring. Oh! I regret, I did not bring clothes. It’s so cold and I wanted to jump in. For sure, it is so refreshing! But it is okay, I still have hundreds of reason to go back to Medina. Wait for me Alibuag and I will wag you!

One thing is for sure, no words can express how happy I am in this Pasiyo Ta! Misamis Oriental trip. I have gained a lot of knowledge about this land, learned facts and figures, and stored thousands of reasons why I will boast Misamis Oriental to the world.

Misamis Oriental indeed delves the postern beauty God has endowed.

Explore MisOr and be allured.

Alibuag Cold Spring of Medina

Antique household tools of the Vega's ancestral house in Balingasag

Balingasagnons feeding the bangus in the fish cage

Bibingka and benignit of Duka Bay Resort, Medina

Pili fruit from Jasaan- the only municipality in Misamis Oriental wherein pili trees are found

Wood-carved painted fish sculpture of Pelaez White House in Medina

Pasiyo Ta! Misamis Oriental(Unraveling the beauty of East MisOr)

By Christine H. Cabiasa


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TU B O D , L a n a o d e l N o r t e , O c t . 16 -- Facing st i f f

c omp e t i t i on f rom top cheering schools, Liceo de Cagayan University and Lanao del Norte National Comprehensive High School emerged regional champions in the college and high school categories respectively in the recently concluded north Mindanao regional qualifiers of the National Cheerleading Championship (NCC).

T h e t wo - d ay e ve nt held October 13 to 14 at the sprawling Mindanao Civic Center (MCC) Sports Complex was participated by seven schools from northern Mindanao.

The first day included a basic safety and spotting workshop, stunts and tosses drills, motions and jumps exerc i s es , and pr ivate coaching techniques. The second day was the actual competit ion day where participating schools battle for the top spot in the two categories.

The regional contest was sp ons ore d by t he

provincial government under the “Kabataan Sigurado” program of Governor Khalid Dimaporo. The event was also jointly sponsored by Repres ent at ive Imelda Q u i b e r an z a - D i m ap oro through the initiative of Aminah Dimaporo.

T h e c h e e r l e a d i n g regional competition was conducted by the National Cheerleading Championship ( N C C ) h e a d e d by i t s President, Carlos Valdes III. NCC is an affiliate of the Internal Cheer Union through the PCA (Philippine Cheerleading Alliance).

A m o n g t h i s y e a r ’s regional winners in the collegiate level were Liceo de Cagayan University, 1 s t p l a c e ; Ta g o l o a n Community College, 2nd place; and Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology, 3rd place. The winners in the secondary level include Lanao del Norte National Comprehensive High School – Wildcats,1st place; Lanao del Norte National Comprehensive High School – Panthers,

2nd place; and St. Joseph Community High School, 3rd place.

The top three schools in the two categories are qualified to compete in the NCC national championships scheduled for next year.

O t her p ar t ic ip at ing schools include MSU-Maigo School of Arts and Trade, and Lanipao Catholic High School.

The NCC will conduct the Central Luzon Regional Qualifiers at SM City-Clark on November 24 to 25; South Mindanao Regional Qualifiers at Notre Dame of Dadiangas University on December 8 to 9; and the NCR Regional Qualifiers come February 2 to 3.

L a s t S e p t e m b e r 2 2 and 23, the provincia l government and the 1st congressional district office of Rep. Imelda Quibranza-Dimaporo conducted the first-ever cheerleading camp in Lanao del Norte which was participated by more than 350 high school and college students from this fast-rising province.

Liceo U, LNNCHS bag cheerleading championshipBy Vincent N. Labial

Photos supplied by OWEN JAEN & LICEO U PEP SQUAD

Mixed Martial Arts is a fast growing sport and has quite a number

of followers. I had the chance to catch up on old friend and his recent championship achievement in the sport. I featured him in my Mindanao Daily News Sports page about a month ago.

Lorde Rey “The Punisher” Yamit is a Kagay-anon who now resides in Butuan City with his wife and kids and manages a review center. I know, right – a mentor for graduates taking board exams by profession and an MMA fighter by passion.

The Punisher readies for a fight this week, October 27, where he faces Edward “The Iron” Manteza, a battle to earn their stripes in SMOKER FIGHT 10 at the NCCC Kadayawan Hall, Matina, Davao CIty.

Over a facebook chat, I asked Yamit about the upcoming fight, here’s the Q&A.

Shaun: What are your thoughts about the upcoming SMOKER FIGHT?

Yamit: I’m ready and excited to fight again after winning the Ground n’ Pound heavyweight title in Cebu, though I am a little worried about my weight – but I’m ready to face a younger fighter, I hear this kid is good. I want to finish the fight and not let my fate be at the hands of the judges.

Shaun: Have you studied your opponent?

Yamit: Yes I did, I know about this kid. I will never let my guard down in the fight since he is hungry for a win, but I will be ready – I will take the fight to him.

Shaun: What are your preparations now?

Yamit: My preparations include shadow boxing, conditioning exercises, sparring and doing cardio every day. But even before this fight, I have been training on a daily basis to keep myself fit.

Shaun: How about your family? Are they ready for this fight too?

Yamit: Yes, they are ready for this too. They are with me all the way – I make it a point to be with my family, they are my strength and power.

Shaun: Spiritual preparations?

Yamit: Yes, of course – God is at my center, and prayer is my ultimate weapon.

With that said and done. I am much more confident that Yamit is going to make it in this fight. But like any sport, anything can happen and I wish my friend the best of luck.

CDO’s Yamit readies to rumble in DavaoBy Shaun Alejandrae Yap Uy, EIC

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Every mom deserves to be recognized for her enormous contribution to her family and society. This year, 14 exemplary

mothers were chosen from thousands of entries from all over the country to be the finalists of the “WILKINS Super Mom – The Search for the Mother of the Year 2012.” The 14 mom-finalists were presented on October 3 at Conti’s Restaurant in Makati. From the 14 hero-moms, Mrs. Margarita P. Tubang, from Baguio, was unanimously chosen as this year’s Grand Winner. The event was hosted by celebrity mom and Wilkins user, Dimples Romana.

At 55, Margarita literally has her hands full with 11 children that include twins. She turned their situation into an inspiration, braving different jobs to raise her kids and provide for all their needs. Full of hard-work and determination to succeed, she beams with pride knowing she was able to send all her children to school, some of whom have gone to graduate and secure college degrees Baguio’s prestigious St. Louis University.

The award is a fitting tribute to the Filipino mother. It celebrates the diverse facets of motherhood as well as the role she plays in shaping the lives of the people who depend on her – people who depend on her daily for her maternal protection and pure love. Likewise, the search naturally personifies the spirit and values of the Wilkins brand, which is known as the standard of purity and safety when it comes to drinking water. The Wilkins brand embodies a Filipina mother’s selfless care for her family -- and her commitment to health and well-being above anything else.

Present at the event was the Group Brand Manager for Wilkins, Mr. Barry del Rosario. He shared that “Wilkins is safest and pure distilled drinking water that knows no trace of impurities. Just like mothers, the purity of their love for their families makes them the recipient of this event. It is a tribute, a way of saying ‘thank you,’ for all their hardships and uncompromising love that they have bestowed on their family and loved-ones.“

Echoing the message of Mr. del Rosario, Mr. Rod Nepomuceno, the Managing Director of Crush Communications, Inc., the organizer of the Super Mom Search for the Mother of the Year intimated during the press conference, “No matter how old you are, a mother considers you as her little baby. From your first step, first tooth to your first fall, a mother is always there to look after you. The joy of motherhood is a secret that all mothers share -- and that we sometimes do not

understand. They have a common language – a mother’s sixth sense. Mothers know best for their children – be it the safe water they drink, to the food they eat, the company they keep, and the discipline that they instill in them day-to-day. This makes them the most important person in the world – simply because they are called Mommy, Nanay, Inay, Momsie and any term of endearment fit for the queen of the house.“

The search for the WILKINS Super Mom kicked off last May 12 in SM Dasmariñas, coinciding with the Mother’s Day celebration. Thereafter, the search toured 14 different SM malls during weekends, encouraging mall goers to nominate women in their lives who they think deserve the title “Super Mom” by writing their story in an essay format. The final leg of the search culminated last August 19 in SM Novaliches.

All 14 finalists each received P10,000 in cash and a Certificate of Recognition, while their nominators received P2,000 each. The grand prize winner of the Wilkins Super Mom Search was awarded P50,000 cash plus a Certificate of Recognition, while the nominator will receive P5,000 from the sponsors.

A MOTHER’S LOVE: PURE AND NATURALAll 14 finalists equally deserve to be on the

list, not only because of their nurturing parenting style, but also for demonstrating resiliency, strong character and determination that is worthy of emulation. These mothers are seemingly ordinary women with extraordinary capabilities, women who in their own unique ways have surmounted challenges, survived the odds and engendered positive changes along the way.

As mothers, these women have put their families’ needs ahead of their own, making sure that they only get the best care possible and enjoy quality of life that they deserve. This nurturing trait of mothers and their sincere commitment to their loved ones strongly resonate with the Wilkins brand, a product under the Coca-Cola Company, that continues to serve many households and families with water that is pure and safe to drink. It has no impurities, no bacteria and no parasites that can harm your family. In fact, it is processed according to the Code of Hygienic Practices and complies with the strictest specifications and standards for packaged water of The Coca-Cola Company, Bureau of Food and Drug (BFAD), Philippine National Standards for Drinking Water (PNSDW) and the Asian Bottled Water Association (ABWA).

Wilkins Super Mom Mother of the Year 2012 Grand Winner –

Margarita Tubang

Proud mom and Wilkins user – Dimples Romana

WILKINS Awards Mother of the Year 2012

Celebrity mom and Event Host – Dimples Romana, Group Brand Manager for Water – Barry Del Rosario, Wilkins 2012 Mother of the Year – Margarita Tubang, Crush Communications Managing Director – Rod Nepumuceno.

Barry Del Rosario, Dimples Romana and Rod Nepumuceno with the 14 Wilkins Super Mom Finalists

The Launch of Philippine Life Financial Assurance Corporation (formerly AsianLife Financial Assurance Corporation) Cagayan de Oro Operations, October 23, 2012 at the Mezzanine floor, State Investment Building, Tiano-Hayes Streets, Cagayan de Oro City. In the photo are (left to right) Rene L. Noble – Operations Head of Regional Branch Office, Noemi L. Lorbis – Senior Manager Marketing Support Division, Henry A. Perfecto – Vice President Ordinary Life Sales Division of Philippine Life, and Marites L. Nepomuceno – COO and Special Assistant to the President, PhilFirst Insurance.

Noemi L. Lorbis Henry A. Perfecto

MAA General Assurance Phils, Inc. officials led by Pres/CEO Daniel C. Go during the office blessing (left) and with Rep. Rufus B. Rodriguez (center) during the grand launch of the Cagayan de Oro branch at Casa Real, VIP Hotel.

MAA General Assurance Phils, Inc. officials led by Pres/CEO Daniel C. Go fields questions from the media during the press conference.

Daniel C. Go, President/CEO of MAA General Assurance Phils. Inc. enjoys cocktails with Rep. Rufus Rodriguez (left), Oro Chamber President Ghaye Alegrio and Cagayan de Oro Branch Manager Paul Ferrer at Casa Real, VIP Hotel.

Philippine Life launchesCDO Operations

Photos by: SHAUN UY

Photos by: SHAUN UY


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PrImAVErA rESIDENCES was the only developer of over 30 booths exhibiting their products and services during the 11th National Cooperative Summit held October 11-13, 2012 at the Limketkai Center Atrium. Ms. Primavera/Ms. Kagay-an 2012 Greanne Trisha Mendoza helped host the Primavera booth with the Primavera Residences marketing and office staff. Four thousand cooperative officers, delegates and advocates all over the country are attending the Summit hosted by FICCO, PFCCO, CLIMBS, MASS- SPECC, & NATCCO.

Once again, Yamaha Motor Philippines Inc. devotes itself in promoting

safety awareness as we continue the sixth leg of Yamaha Safety Touring Campaign in Boracay last September 29-30, 2012.

The six-hour touring experience began from Iloilo all the way to Caticlan. Headed by the Motorsports Promotion Instructors, Mr. Niel Hindang and Mr. Adrian Duran, Fifty Three (53) Iloilo riders, Twenty Two (22) Bacolod riders, Five

(5) Dumaguete Riders, Four (4) Roxas Riders and Twenty (20) Antique Riders geared up to experience a two Hundred Twenty One Kilometer ride.

One Hundred Four Riders enjoyed their lunch at Nadal Castle, parked their motorcycle units together at Caticlan and travelled via boat on the way to Boracay.

The riders arrived at La Carmella de Boracay and took their snack right before the program started. A poy dancer

and a girl band entertained our guests during the program while Mr. Ronan Gamutan, MSP Senior Instructor, conducted the Yamaha Safe Riding Science Seminar. The entire touring event was covered by different media such as ABS-CBN Regional, Racing Line and Panay News.

With a report of 99% no accident rate and 100% no injured riders, Yamaha Safety Touring Campaign’s sixth leg was a success.

Yamaha Safety Touring Campaign goes to Boracay!

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THE mUSIC IN mE

“CYBEr” NATIONAL HIGHWAYS

Th e c y b e r -h i g h w a y j u s t got real.Thanks

to the innovation in local transportation, free wireless fidelity (wi-fi) networks can now be accessed w h i l e i n s i d e a public bus! That’s d e f i n i t e l y g o o d news fo r people who can’t get rid o f t h e i r m o b i l e devices (including myself). Checking m a i l s , u p d a t i n g Facebook statuses, tweeting on Twitter and posting on your Instagram is even more convenient. F i n a l l y , w e n o w have a l ternat ive e n t e r t a i n m e n t

a s i d e f r o m t h e piped-in music and movies.

This development in the use of wireless t e c h n o l o g y i s a welcome change for commuters. With t h e r e c e n t b a d r o a d c o n d i t i o n s due to subsequent road maintenance and constructions p o p p i n g u p e v e r y w h e r e , i t ’ s g r e a t t o h a v e a t e m p o r a r y d i s t r a c t i o n f r o m the clogging traffic. Here in Mindanao, this is a great way to access the internet a n d b e c o m e product ive whi le spending idle hours

on the road. This added service has been available in other countries for qu i te some t ime n o w a n d s i n c e i t s i n t r o d u c t i o n recently, it is getting good reviews from commuters locally.

I have personally tried the system and it works fast only on certain areas since it depends on the availabil ity of the mobile signal of the serv ice prov ider . From Cagayan de Oro to Butuan for example, there are still a few areas that a r e c o n s i d e r e d dead spots and w-ifi s i g n a l b e c o m e s

u n a v a i l a b l e . Nevertheless, the experience is st i l l quite fascinat ing and useful as well. For the workaholics, emails can be made, sent and received w h i l e h i t t i n g the road . Othe r possible functions f o r t h i s w i r e l e s s conven ience for mobile devices are location services to help navigate and acquaint your selves with your current g e o g r a p h i c a l position and familiar the nearest towns and provinces. I t can also become a n e m e r g e n c y c o m m u n i c a t i o n

sys tem to in form r e s c u e u n i t s o f cu r rent locat ion a s w e l l a s w a r n a u t h o r i t i e s o f p o s s i b l e o r ongo ing danger w h i l e o n b o a r d . On the fun s ide, tak ing snapshots of scener ies one p a s s e s b y a n d ins tant ly pos t ing it on the internet i s a c l e v e r w a y to in form f r iends o f you r jou rney . T h e d o w n s i d e ? I t i s u n d e n i a b l y straining to the eyes a n d m a y c a u s e mot ion s ickness , so use wi-fi on the bus moderately. I have enjoyed the

e x p e r i e n c e a n d had a dizzying spell the first time so on my second tr ip, I knew better.

Connecting with f r iends , bus ines s partners and loved ones just got better a n d t h e r o a d towards a more i n t e r c o n n e c t e d g l o b a l superhighway is just waiting round the bend.

I would love to hear your feedback! Please feel free to email me at [email protected] or send me a tweet via Twitter @owen_jaen. Have a great day everyone!

While I was growing up I didn’t have

a clue that God has blessed me with the gift of music. All I can remember now is that I can easily memor ize songs. Unintentionally I also absorbed the tunes I heard everyday, whether I was riding the jeepney or just listening to the radio. I can still perfectly recall “Cagayan’s Park View Hotel “ radio advertisement as well as Nescafe’s.

When I reached high school, it was only then that I started to sing on my own. As I have written in my previous article, my first singing exposure was nerve wracking because my voice didn’t come out in the first part of the song but it paved the way to unleash the music in me.

Today as I look back, I rea l i zed that I always had a

musician’s heart but I didn’t just focus on it , instead I wandered around. When I got to my college years I jumped from one course to another. I didn’t fail any of them but I was not just satisfied with it. There was always something lacking and I felt lost in the middle of nowhere. Time came when I couldn’t take it anymore, I gave up and realizations started to come in . It was like climbing up a building and upon reaching the top I realized that I’m in the wrong building. A big slap on my face but I didn’t have the choice but to go down and start again.

Very dramat ic you might say but it’s for real and for sure there’s a lot out there who’s stuck in the same dilemma, dictated

by the expectation of parents and pressured by peers , you give in. On my part I had the guts to give up and I just thank God for never quitting on me and paved the way to me bring me back on the right track.

S t a r t i n g f r o m scratch is one of the best decisions I made, and so I did. Things started to fall into place and God opened doors for music training. Tough yet excit ing and satisfying. I became better and better each day that I just wanted to stay there even after college but God had better plans. Then again my stubborness kicked in I almost got lost again in my transition from college life and becoming a career woman. If not by His grace I do not where I would be now. This time I obeyed Him,

to spread my wings and fly like an eagle because He is with me.

“The music in me is in my veins, that it gives life to everything I do.

The music in me produces discipline from the inside out.

T h e m u s i c i n me pushes me to persevere.

The music in me makes me endure life’s hardships.

T h e m u s i c i n me awakened my passion to teach others to sing.

The music in me taught me how to write songs.

The music in me inspires me to dream big

The music in me is my blessing to bless others too.”

I am destined to be different, destined for greatness. What about you? What did music do to you ?

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TRAVERSING THE TOURISM HI-WAY

by: PED T. QUIAmJOTWALkING IN THE fIELDS Of PEACE

THE PH I L IPP INES legal holidays have recently included the proclamation of Eidul Fitri or Eid Feter as a celebration to end the Muslim fasting during the month of June. It took time for the Philippine Historical C o m m i s s i o n t o understand the positive role of Islam which has been part of our culture for the last 300 years to realize the importance of commemorating the occasion in the Muslim world.

Islam has been in the Philippines since the 13th century some 200 year s be fo re Ferdinand Magellan came to Masao in Butuan in 1521. Islam before the discovery of the Philippines was

al ready pract iced between interaction of communities and the inhabitants in m a t t e r s o f t r a d e and commerce. The economic activities during those period s i m u l a t e d g o o d relations between the people of Mindanao to the outside world of Borneo, Malaysia and Sumatra were Muslims traders fly their trade bringing Silk, Jars, Brass Gongs and weapons.

T h e p o s i t i v e role of Islam to the ear ly F i l ip inos was replaced by the tragic confrontation between the Spaniards and the Muslims involving Christianized Filipinos who were used by Spain against the Muslims. The long co lon ia l

confrontation would later reflect to the long armed struggle of today between the MILF, MNLF and the government.

I n o n e o f t h e speeches of Former Senator, Santanina Rasu l , du r ing he r incumbency in the Senate, she mentioned the perceived gap between theory and practice as far as the Muslims are concerned on the “implementation o f p o l i c i e s a n d programs declared which created a lot of doubt, misgivings and resentment over the sincerity and ability of the government to fulfill its commitment”.

Muslims are guided by the rules that the r e l a t i o n s h i p w i t h

non-Muslims should be based on justice, m u t u a l r e s p e c t , c o o p e r a t i o n a n d communication.

E n t h u s e d b y t h e B I M P - E A G A connectivity to the Southern Philippines Cities, a peace treaty with the Bangsamoro in the stripe torn conflict of Mindanao i s a welcome development for businessmen and government officials from our neighboring countr ies who are c o m i n g t o t h e Philippines at increase random. Urban Muslims, h i g h l y e d u c a t e d , well travelled often with their families are increasingly seeking our goods and services that reflect their needs as Muslims.

T h e e x p a n d i n g Musl im populat ion worldwide which is estimated at 1.8 Billion i s growing rapidly and is predicted to reach 25% of the global population in the next 10 years. This growth is expected to influence the economy of Mindanao.

With the proposed e s t a b l i s h m e n t o f the Bangsamoro as defined in the peace agreement recently signed in Malacañang, positive perspective would mean Muslims can start flexing their economic muscles where business and investments are two sectors where their money is beginning to count. A great majority of big Muslim

bus inessmen have access to the Middle East funds invested g l o b a l l y b y t h e associat ion of Oi l Producing Countries or OPEC.

General Santos, Davao City, Cagayan de Oro and Zamboanga City where Muslims are always welcome for friendly holidays are good destination for the Muslim petroleum fund for investment in tourism, energy and power generation and rural reconstruction.

Al Salamu Alaikum! Or peace on us in Mindanao, Musl ims and Christians shall be sharing more in prosperity and in a new bar of development in the Bangsamoro cities and provinces.

6 October 2012 – SCG, a leading ASEAN business c o n g l o m e r a t e , t o d a y announced the launch of ‘SCG Elite Card’ to provide architects, interior designers, contractors an exclusive loyalty program. The event is aimed at e n h a n c i n g c u s t o m e r relat ions management as well as strengthening brand awareness of SCG in the Philippines.

“Developed especially for architects, interior designers and contractors, the SCG Elite Card marks the next generation in b u s i n e s s - t o - b u s i n e s s customer relat ionship m a n a g e m e n t w i t h i n the industr y, being an exclusive loyalty program for SCG and Mariwasa’s current partners from the Philippines building and construction community,” states Mr. Anukul Kongrit, SCG Country Director for Philippines Operations and President of Mariwasa Siam Ceramics, Inc.,

“Graced with over f o u r hu n d r e d g u e s t s comprised of luminaries in the architecture, and construction industr y, t h e S C G E l i t e C a r d launch also strengthens brand awareness of SCG among Filipinos through

nationwide customers of its subsidiary - Mariwasa S i a m C e r a m i c s , I n c . T h e ro bu s t br an d i ng and market ing of the P h i l i p p i n e s ’ l e a d i n g ceramic t i le Mariwasa w o u l d c o n t r i b u t e t o s t r u c t u r i n g a s t r o n g branding and marketing channel of SCG in the Philippines market,” adds Mr. Kongrit.

“SCG has been known to expand business across m u l t i p l e m a r k e t s i n ASEAN and constantly innovate to better serve i t s bus i ne ss p ar t ne rs and customers. Today we are witness to see h o w t h e G r o u p h a s responded to the needs and opportunities here in the Philippines, and this commitment is only the first of many for SCG”, Mr. Kongrit continues.

T h e S C G l o y a l t y program is open to all i nte re s te d arch i te c t s , designers, contractors a n d c o m p a n i e s w h o specify and/or purchase SCG products such as Mariwasa, CPAC Monier a n d S C G Ma r k e t i n g . Starting January 1, 2013, specifiers will be able to sign-up online at www.s c ge l i t e c ard . c om . A n e-mail notification will

SCG Elite Card launched;first and exclusive loyalty program for specifiers arrives

be sent to all qualified appl icants to conf irm their membership to the SCG Elite Card . As they continue specifying and/or purchasing SCG products, more and more points are

added to their card until such a time they will be able to redeem exciting and more valuable rewards ranging from the latest gadgets to a luxurious 7D6N Europe trip for two.

On top of the loyalty program, SCG ensures each product they offer is a mark of quality. With a wide array of product portfolio under tiles of different kinds, sanitary

wares, fittings, roofing and roofing accessories, fiber-cement boards, thermal and acoustic insulation, SCG brings a total home solutions package to every Filipino consumer.

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Cagayan de Oro City --- Labor Advisor y No. 03 , S er ies of

2012 , advo cates Regu lar Non-Working Holidays for October 26 and November 30. Special Non-Working Holidays for November 1 and 2, 2012. This is pursuant to President Aquino III’s Proclamation Nos. 295 and 488.

Payment schemes for the Regular Non-Working Holidays are treated to the following conditions:

1. 100% payment of salary if the employee did not work, provided that the employee is present or on leave with pay during the last day of work [daily rate x 100%] ;

2. 200% payment of salary if the employee worked [daily rate x 100%] ;

3. Additional 30% payment of his/her hourly rate if the employee worked in excess of 8 hours or has rendered overtime work [hourly rate x 200% x 130% x number of hours worked];

4. Addit ional 30% of his/her daily rate of 200% as payment if the employee worked that falls also on his/her rest day [daily rate x 200%] +30% (daily rate x 200%)];

5. Additional 30% of his/her daily

rate as payment if the employee worked in excess of 8 hours and also falls also on his/her rest day [hourly rate x 200% x 130% x 130% x number of hours worked];

Meanwhi le , payment system for the said Special Non-Working Holidays adheres to the following computations:

1. “no work, no pay” principle shall apply if the employee did not work, unless there is a favorable company policy, practice or collective bargaining agreement (CBA) granting payment on a special day;

2. Additional 30% payment if the employee worked [daily rate x 130%];

3. Additional 30% of his/her hourly rate as payment of the employee worked in excess of 8 hours or overtime [hourly rate x 130% x 130% x number of hours worked];

4. Additional 50% payment if the employee worked and also falls on his/her rest day [daily rate x 150%];

5. Addit ional 30% of his/her hourly rate if the employee worked and has rendered in excess of 8 hours or overtime [hourly rate x 150% x 130% x number of hours worked].

E nergy, as a valuable commodity, has a d i rect impact on

the country’s economic growth. Recognizing the long gestation periods o f e n e r g y p r o j e c t s and inves tments , the Department of Energy (DOE) has formulated the 2012-2030 Philippine Energy Plan (PEP) to be launched in December 2012 in time for the annual celebration of the National Energy Consciousness Month (NECM).

T h e E n e r g y P l a n h igh l i gh t s t he po l i cy v is ion of an economy w h i c h w i l l b e c o m e la rge ly decarbon ized with the development and utilization of renewable e n e r g y – h y d r o , geothermal, solar, wind, biomass and ocean energy and with DOE taking the lead in promoting energy efficiency as a lifestyle, and advocating the use of alternative fuels for the transport sector.

The DOE has a lso s imula ted the energy needs o f the count ry over the next 20 years by considering factors such as a 10.0 percent target energy savings across a l l economic sec to rs – t ranspor t , indust ry, residential, commercial a n d a g r i c u l t u r e ; a n increase in the number of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)- fed buses

and possible introduction of CNG taxis, electr ic veh i c les ; and h ighe r app l ica t ion o f b io fue l b lends (b iodiesel and bioethanol). To further curb the country’s energy demand, the Plan also seeks to scale-up energy eff ic iency investments i n b o t h p r i v a t e a n d p u b l i c s e c t o r s t o generate more energy savings. The Plan also envisions accelerating the deve lopment and production of indigenous fossil fuels.

T h e l o w c a r b o n p r o g r a m s o u t l i n e d above wil l support the government ’s c l imate c h a n g e m i t i g a t i o n strategies thus helping the country achieve progress in meeting its greenhouse gas reduc t i on goa ls . The PEP aims also to climate-proof the energy system to help ensure they continue to provide energy services under a l l impacts of c l imate change.

Pr io r to the PEP’s pub l i ca t ion , the DOE star ted i ts nat ionwide Information, Education and Communication (IEC) activities to inform the energy s takeho lders . DOE already conducted IECs for Region IV-A last October 11 in Batangas and Region V in Naga Ci ty las t October 18. Upcoming IECs will be

he ld in the fo l low ing regions:

Region I and CAR in Ilocos Norte (Oct 25) Region II in Tuguegarao (Nov 13) Region IV-B in Puerto Princesa, Palawan (Nov 20) Region VI in Roxas City (Nov 22) Region VII in Tagbilaran (Nov 15) Region VIII in Tacloban City (Nov 7) NCR (Dec 14)

T h e I E C f o r t h e National Capital Region will be held during the 2012 NECM and 40th DOE Anniversary celebration.

For Mindanao, a series of consultations instead of IECs, will be conducted for the Mindanao Energy Plan (MEP). The MEP is the first of the various regional energy plans that will be prepared by the DOE. The MEP is formulated to address specif ic energy issues and concerns affecting the region. The DOE will be drafting energy plans for Visayas, North and South Luzon, cognizant of the fact that these island groups have unique energy issues that affect them. The consultation activities in the different regions in Mindanao will commence in the last week of November.

Cagayan de Oro City --- The Department o f L a b o r a n d

Employment’s Bureau of Local Employment (BLE) strengthened its fight against anti-trafficking of persons, anti-illegal recruitment, and anti-child labor through the Trainers’ Training Seminar for 33 focal persons throughout Mindanao last 4-5 October 2012 at The Apple Tree Resort, Opol, Misamis Oriental.

At t e n d e e s i n c l u d e d from Caraga, from Region 9 ( Z a m b o a n g a ) , f r o m Region 11 & Region 10. Region 12 (Cotabato) waived participation in view of their review for ISO Certification.

A s s i s t a n t R e g i o n a l Director Crispin D. Dannug, Jr. headed the team of DOLE Regional Office No. 10 staff and provincial personnel that

attended. He stressed that the training would improve the capacity of DOLE Mindanao implementers to fight illegal recruitment and those that pertain to traff icking of persons and children at risk.

BLE representatives - Ms. Geraldine B. Labayani and Mr. Jose Sandoval facilitated the training. They pinned great hope that Mindanao is a focus advocacy area for the said programs.

The legal bases reviewed included Republic Act 9231 or the Special Protection of Children Against Child Abuse, Exploitation, and Discrimination Act; Republic Act no. 9208 or the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act 2003; and Republic Act no. 1002 or the Migrant Workers and Overseas Filipino Act Amending Act no. 8042.

The vital provisions of the Labor Code on illegal acts against children and women (Articles 130 and 139) were also enunciated.

Child labor refers to any work or economic activity performed by a child or those below 18 years of age that subjects him/her to any form of exploitation or is harmful to his/her health and safety or physical, mental or psychosocial development.

Trafficking in Persons refers to the recruitment, transportation, transfer or receipt of persons, with or without the victim’s consent or knowledge, within or across national borders by means of threat or use of force, or other forms of coercion, abduction, fraud, deception, abuse of power or of position, taking advantage of the vulnerability

of the person, or, the giving or receiving of payments or benefits to achieve the consent of a person having control over another person for the purpose of exploitation which includes at a minimum, the exploitation or the prostitution of others or other forms of sexual exploitation, forced labor or services, slavery, servitude or the removal or sale of organs.

On the other hand, illegal recruitment means any act of canvassing, enlist ing, contracting, transporting, utilizing, hiring, or procuring w o r k e r s a n d i n c l u d e s referring, contract services, promising or advertising for employment abroad, whether for profit or not, when undertaken by a non-licensee or non-holder of authority to recruit.

DOLE intensifies anti-trafficking, anti-illegal recruitment, and anti-child laborBy: mildred E. Dablio, Labor Communications Officer

The capacity of the DOLE regional offices to handle cases violations in coordination with other law enforcement agencies were also taken up.

“The children need us!” Regional Director Johnson G. Cañete posed the challenge

to the participants during the closing sessions. He further emphasized the need for every focal person to be very creative and innovative in their approaches, instead of being dogmatic, in handling specific cases of violations.

DOLE-10 Regional Director Johnson G. Cañete with DOLE BLE facilitators. (MED/DOLE-10)

For more discussions on holiday payment computation and

other monetary benefits, please log on to http://bwc.dole.gov.ph/userfiles/file/2012%20Handbook.pdf

or you may call the DOLE Western Misamis Oriental Provincial Field Office

at telephone number 857-1931 or your nearest DOLE Provincial Field Office.

Non-Working holidays forOct. 26 and Nov.1, 2 & 30 CY 2012

By: mildred E. Dablio, Labor Communications

DOE CONDUCTS NATIONWIDE IECsFOR 2012-2030

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by OWEN JAEN

To strengthen their call for a healthy lifestyle campaign, the Archealth Advoca8

Corporation lined up with the Daily Lifestyle plus Eight Therapy Center (DL8) through a grand launching ceremony, October 21 at Corrales Elementary School Covered Court.

The Archealth Advoca8 Corporation is composed of five persons tied up for one goal of supporting the advocacies of DL8. The latter are Ilde Brian Faigmani, Ph.D, Loida Lajot, Engr. Mike Fernandez, Sheila Salmo RN, Dorwin Z. Lajot DM.nM.

Dorwin Lajot received his Ph.D in Ministry of Nutritional Medicine in October 12 at the Acasia Hotel, Manila from the

Open Seminary. “Actually, we had made

up Archealth to back up the healthy lifestyle programs of DL8 since it counterparts also nutritional therapies for cancer, diabetes and hypertension patients”, DDC. Dorwin Lajot, founder of Archealth Advoca8 Corporation said.

DL8 houses six nutritional therapists to supplement cancer, diabetes and hypertension patients with a nutritional therapy for the patient’s fast recovery and health wellness.

To acquire quick health wellness, DL8 also conducts consultation sessions, nutrition programs for the diseased and suggested therapy guide with an eight-week provision

(short, long and medium terms sessions).

According to Lajot, this scheme of DL8 is pioneered with a juice-based nutrition therapy which is the Win’s Xamor C. Xamor C is coined up as Xanthones from mangosteens with moringa and vitamin C (may refer to some more Vitamin C) which is good for cancer and diabetes patients.

“The Archealth forerunners will continue the healthy lifestyle drive of DL8; it is sustainability of the program that we are up to”, Lajot stressed.

Visit their office for a free consultation, at 997 Dominarias St., Camaman-an, Cagayan de Oro City(fronting Jetti).

DL8, Archealth Advoca8 Corp team up for healthy lifestyle drive

By Christine H. Cabiasa

Archealth Advocate Corp. gives award to Xamorian members and DL8 give charity check to ABCCA through the its administrator Dr. Soc Anthony Ma. Del rosario and registrar Engr. Cesario Omar.

Dr. Dorwin Z. Lajot the founder, give thanks through his songs "the champion of love"

Atty. Leon Gan represents Mayor Vicente y. Emano a n d d e l i v e r s a n i n s p i r i n g testimony on how a healthy lifestyle is valuable to us.

The launching was attended mostly by students of the ASIAN BUSINESS COOPErETIVE CABLETOW ACADEMy (ABCCA) and Win's XaMor-C members and DAILy LIFESTyLE PLUS EIGHT THErAPy CENTEr (DL8) valued clients.

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HEALTH IN fOcUSby: Dr. mary Jean Loreche

Ju s t r e c e n t l y , something caught m y a t t e n t i o n :

a n o u t b r e a k o f meningitis in certain states in the US of A. Cause was traced to contaminated steroid shots, which were given to patients complaining of back , ankle or shoulder pains. The medication itself is correct: for I used to have been afflicted with Frozen Shoulder Syndrome ( I couldn’t move my shoulders as I used to do, and the pain itself associated with even the absence of movement was such, that a shot of s teroids to the area, usually gives temporary relief ). The news on the outbreak has pinpointed to the cause as non adherence to the s t a n d a r d s s e t i n the handl ing and

preparation as well as most probably even the transport of the medicines. Patients on admiss ion and even those that were advised to go through work up, had Fungi in their findings.

Meningitis , is an inflammation of the membranes covering the brain tissue and the spinal cord. The infection may start from somewhere else ( oropharynx, sinuses, lungs, to name a few ) or the organism may primarily hit the brain. The swelling in and around the area can trigger the signs and symptoms that a re seen in cases of meningitis: headache, fever and the presence of stiff neck. Addit ional m a n i f e s t a t i o n s may include any of these: nausea and vomiting, diff iculty

c o n c e n t r a t i n g , walk ing. Seizures may also be reported. If the cause of the meningi t i s i s v i ra l or in instances of meningococcemia ( t h e c a u s a t i v e organism is Neisseria meningitides ), skin r a s h e s m a y b e noticeable. When it is viral, the disease re so lves w i th in 2 weeks, and is mild i n p r e s e n t a t i o n . B a c t e r i a l c a u s e s of meningitis has a more prolonged and severe presentation. The third causative organism, Fungi, as seen in the outbreak the past weeks in the States, is non - contagious, and the symptoms may take weeks to months, even. Aspergi l lus, Cryptococcus ( which is closely associated with HIV AIDS ), are the more common

cu lp r i t s . In th i s particular outbreak though, Exserohilum ( isolated from the recovered vials ), was the isolated causative organism. Exserohilum is commonly found in wood rots.

W h e n p a t i e n t s present clinically as Meningitis ( regardless of organism ) , a compete medical history and physical examination is a MUST. Of the diagnostic tests that are performed, which includes blood tests, CT Scan and MRI, the most useful and definitive is a Lumbar Tap or puncture. A needle is inserted in the lumbar area ( spinal column ) and Cerebrospinal fluid ( CSF ) is extracted and sent to the Laboratory for analysis. The CSF is examined for the presence or absence of white blood cells ,

and is also analyzed a s t o s u g a r a n d p r o t e i n c o n t e n t . B a c t e r i o l o g i c a l s tud i e s i nc l ud i ng gram staining and culture is performed, in order to check the type of organism that may have caused the infection.

T r e a t m e n t i s d i r e c t e d a t t h e causative agent and also to lowering the increased intracranial pressure, the edema a n d s w e l l i n g o f t h e s u r r o u n d i n g areas. If the illness is diagnosed early and management i n s t i t u t e d immediate ly , the outlook is very good. B u t , t h e n a g a i n , Health IN Focus isn’t complete unless it d i rects your mind again to the most i m p o r t a n t l e s s o n that need to be learned and applied;

PREVENTION. Simple things like washing hands properly and regularly, making the habit so much a part of you, staying healthy through a balanced diet, exercise, water and rest, and yes, n e v e r f o r g e t t i n g that vaccine shots, are steps that are inexpensive and very doable.

Nothing happens by chance.... if for some reason, one gets a disease by accident, or what we call as iatrogenic, it simply reminds us, that, even with the most rigid of procedures and qual i ty standards, part icular ly in the healthcare industry, an occasional miss or two, which is most unfortunate, it should not in any way stop us from trying to do our utmost best, to cause no one harm....

An Infection by Accident?

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Aside from appropriate outfit, don't forget to wear a natural makeup and a simple clean hairdo. Now, you are ready to go!

Do you have an interview experience? Share with us and the best look that you carry during your interview!

Thanks!mel

GettinG ready for your firstjob interview

by: Melody Culanag, Bloggerwww.beautyamare.com

October is here. We we lcome another batch

of graduates to enter t h e c h a l l e n g i n g w o r l d o f w o r k i n g . Fresh graduates are aggressive and idealistic in being successful with their respective fields but perhaps we know that looking for a job r ight after col lege/university is one of the most stressful things t o b e f a c e d w i t h espec ia l l y the job market is increasingly competit ive. To get a job, you must get through a daunting interview first (*wink*). I must admit I have had a fair share of interviews and just knowing where to start can be very difficult in itself. Proper preparation will help you handle the pressure and will help build your confidence during the interview. I believe that a first impression opens an opportunity and in the future helps build a long lasting relationship. So today I will share with you a guide on how to dress appropriately for

an interview. A guide for you to choose and to be inspired with according to your profession, the company that you’re applying (company culture). These looks I created are inspired a c c o r d i n g t o m y experience, the people I know from other fields of work, and from people that I worked with.

It is best to dress up appropriately!

my Experience:“Lovely Polo”, the

interviewer told me the moment I sat down the conference hall during my first interview abroad (Singapore) in an architectural lighting company. I wore a not so shiny grey-ish green-ish polo that when light touches the fabric it turns a little bit gold-ish (whew). That polo started a very good first impression and built a conversation. That interviewer is my first boss here in Singapore.

my Work Environment: Bus iness Bas ic and Business Casual.

business CasuaL : This look is most appropriate in creative environments like architectural lighting companies and interior design companies. This is where you can express more of the colors but avoid dominant prints. Always wear in moderation. Remember that you are going for an interview not a party.

business basiC : This is the general interview look.

Simple, Comfortable yet professional. A basic white polo, black/grey wide

trouser pants, and simple accessories. Please note that some people are quite

particular with colors (this is according to my experience). They can assess immediately the personality of the

person by the color they are wearing so if you are fresh from college/university

without an experience, I suggest wear a safe color and for me it’s white/off white

and black/grey.

H&M Polo Shirt,Gerard Darel Wide Trouser,

JCrew Viv Patent Flats,Mimco Molten Envelope Clutch,

Kate Spade Black Studs, Gold Chain Necklace

Oasis Embroidered Ladyblouse,Long Black Bodycon Skirt,Dolce Vita Black Pumps,

Rare London Double Flab Envelope CLutch,Cezanne 10mm Pearl Stud

Acne Patsy Bouquet Organza Shirt,Warehouse Belted Pencil,

A Peeptoe/ Wedge,Zan Posen Envelope clutch,

Pearl aven Earrings

A/Wear Red Pintuck Blouse,Belted Skater Skirt,

Giuseppe Zanotti High Heeled Booties, Mango Gold Toned Woven Bracelet,JuicyCouture USB Pyramid Bracelet,

Gemma Geek Chic Glasses,Wetseal Simple Button Earrings,

KateSpade Bag

business forMaL :These looks are suitable for those in business district companies like big financial banks that require buttoned-up clothing. Business formal requires strict rules. Tailored, plain, and avoid flashy colors. Work with 2 solid colors only. If you go further with a third color, it must be the accessory only. Make sure to wear a tailored blazer and closed shoes. I observed these while working with our clients from buttoned-up companies. Use your clothing to establish authority.

Riverisland Pink Blouse,Vanessa Bruno Short Buttonless Jacket,Rodebjer Huston Pants, BCBG Patent Court Shoes,

Asos Teal Metal Bar Clutch, Oliver Peoples Ndg Optical Eyewears, Wetseal Simple Button Earrings, Teal Stud Earrings

H&M Top, Dorothy Perkins Black Soft Crepe Long Blazer,Tiva Trousers, Christian Loubutin Heels, Asos Chunky

Chain Bracelet, Dogeared Jewels Metallic Braid Bracelet, Kenneth Cole Long Multi Chain Necklace

John Lewis Planet Patent Envelope Clutch Bag

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In its continuing quest for journalism excellence, BusinessWeek Mindanao Advertising & Promotions takes the newspapering industry to a whole new level.

BusinessWeek Mindanao (BWM) is at the forefront of a worthwhile endeavor into honing the brilliant minds of future journalists of Mindanao.

The celebration of BWM’s third anniversary prompted a new innovation apart from just being a newspaper.

The BWM Media Center serves as a beacon of growing and nurturing the young minds of our future media practitioners.

The Media Center is a venue for trainings, seminars, w o r k s h o p s , p r o d u c t launching, meetings, and press conferences.

The Media Center also takes pride in our pool of resource speakers, staff, and the editors of the 5 publications it houses.

Publisher and BWM

Media Center CEO Dante M . S u d a r i a e n v i s i o n publications that are suited for the right kind of readers. BusinessWeek Mindanao offers the class A and B readers who are engaged in the business sector and young entrepreneurs, Mindanao Daily News (English daily) and Mindanao Star Balita (Bisaya daily) appeals to the class C and D readers who are keen on reading current events, politics, and viewpoints.

The Cagayan de Oro Times offer the class A, B, and C readers a chance to catch up on the lighter side of the city and its neighboring towns. It is a weekly paper that gives you a glimpse of the positive side of news, a paper that truly carries the banner of the city’s name.

BWM Magazine is a monthly publication targeted to class A and B readers who enjoy the leisurely and fun side of the business community.

S i n c e t h e i n i t i a l

conceptualization in the summer of 2012, The Media Center has come a long way in only a few months – already hosting regular trainings on print and broadcasting to elementary pupils and high school students in the region and the city.

The training modules are developed and constantly updated by our two in-house training directors, Joe del Puerto Felicilda, a veteran media practitioner in the field of broadcast journalism and a top caliber trainer for students who join the press conference competitions in the education sector; our training director for print, Allan Mediante is also a veteran journalist, an editor, and considered in the local media scene as an institution in his own right.

Now that the vision-tu r ne d - re a l i t y i s we l l underway, The BWM Media Center is our venue for social responsibility, rather than just plant trees or finding ways – it aims to grow minds.

Nurturing Media’s Future thru trainings

The BWM Media Center – We Grow Minds.

“I still believe that if your aim is to change the world, journalism is a more immediate short-term weapon.” – Sir Tom Stoppard, British playwright, knighted in 1997

BusinessWeek Mindanao, Mindanao Daily News, Mindanao STAR Balita, The Cagayan de Oro TIMES, and BWM Magazine are readable and can be downloaded online via www.businessweekmindanao.com and www.mindanaodailybalita.com

BWM MEDIA CENTERDoor 3, Tanleh Bldg., Abellanosa St.,

Cagayan de Oro City(Near UCCP Church, going to Consolacion)

for inquiries on the trainings offered or a quick tour of the facility

please call 0917-712-1424

by SHAUN ALEJANDRAE YAP UY of The Cagayan de Oro TIMES

The Trainers

ALLAN M. MEDIANTETraining Director for PRINTAmong his accomplishments are: PPI Fellow in Civic Journalism & Grantee for Best Practice in Civic Journalism by PPI and Coca-Cola Foundation 2007-2008, National Awardee of the Philippine Press Institute (PPI) for Best in Economy & Business Reporting 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 as awarded by PPI and Konrad Adenauer Foundation of Germany, Outstanding Journalist in Print Journalism – Titus Bhrasma Awards in Journalism 2002

JOE DEL PUERTO FELICILDATraining Director for BROADCASTFormer Station Manager : RPN-DXKO/TV 5, Cagayan de Oro City, and GMA 12, Iligan CityPast President : Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas, Cagayan de Oro-Misamis Oriental ChapterFormer newswriter, newscaster and news director of various radio and television stations in Visayas and MindanaoAs campus broadcasting trainer, has produced regional and national champions in DepEd-initiated contests, both elementary and secondary categories.

NELSON V. CONSTANTINOEditor-in-Chief, BusinessWeek MindanaoTrainer - Editorial/Column Writ ing, Business News Writing

RUEL V. PELONEEditor-in-Chief, Mindanao Daily NewsTrainer - Basic and Advanced News Writing for Print

MIKE BAÑOSBusinessWeek Mindanao Correspondent & Writer Trainer - Feature Writing

SHAUN UYEditor-in-Chief, The Cagayan de Oro TIMESTrainer - Photojournalism

P R I N T J O U R N A L I S M TRAINING for elementary and high school students

BROADCAST JOURNALISM TRAINING for elementary and high school students

P H O T O J O U R N A L I S M TRAINING for elementary and high school students

PRESS CONFERENCE. Photo taken

with DepEd Officials during the World

Teachers’ Day 2012 Press Conference

at the BWM Media Center.

PRODUCT PRESENTATION. Photo taken with Rocky Mountain

Coffee’s Roberto Ansaldo during a product presentation at

the BWM Media Center.

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Documents

behalf of pmap members

philippines pmap

employmentx dolex

human resource supervision

abor management

dolex regional director

corporate members

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