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PNB Inaugurates Cebu I.T. Park Branch

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From left to right: EVP Joven Hernandez, PNB Retail Banking Group Head; Mr. Ryan Bernard Go, President of Grandland, Inc.; Ms. Amparito Lhuillier, Owner of M. Lhuillier Group of Companies; Mr. Jojo Ong, President of Innoland Group of Companies; and SVP Jane Gocuan, PNB Region Head of Visayas

To cater to more clients and expand its market presence, the Philippine National Bank (PNB) relocated the MJ Cuenco Branch to its new home at G/F TGU Tower, Cebu IT Park, Salinas Drive cor. JM del Mar St., Apas, Cebu City. The inauguration was highlighted by the presence of Mr. Ryan Bernard Go, President of Grandland, Inc.; Ms. Amparito Lhuillier, Owner of M. Lhuillier Group of Companies; and Mr. Jojo Ong, President of Innoland Group of Companies. With the recent move, the branch was renamed as PNB Cebu IT Park Branch.

Cebu IT Park is an IT economic zone and a modern trading hub which blends together technology with industry. It also serves as the city’s preeminent lifestyle destination which integrates dining, recreation, wellness, and retail outlets that are very accessible to Cebuanos within the community. As Cebu City develops into a well-known commercial hub, PNB complements this economic growth by providing first-class service and innovative banking solutions.

PNB continuously expands its branch network throughout the country with 630 branches and 836 ATMs nationwide. With a broader distribution network, the new PNB is now in a stronger position to serve its clients’ interests better.

Manila Water’s ‘Toka Toka’ envi campaign gains traction in Rizal Province

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Following the recent partnership sealing of Manila Water with the municipalities of Rodriguez and Angono in Rizal Province for the Toka Toka environmental advocacy, another partnership was closed this time with the city government of Antipolo to reinforce efforts on used water management.

Manila Water Corporate Strategic Affairs Group Director Ferdinand Dela Cruz welcomed the partnership with Antipolo Mayor Casimiro “Jun” Ynares, saying that the company’s advocacy on used water management has gained greater traction in the province with the inclusion of Antipolo City in the roster of the east concessionaire’s Toka Toka partners.

“Manila Water and Antipolo have always been great partners in ensuring that potable water from renewable surface source is available to the residents of this progressive mountain city. But today, we want to focus on joining forces with the government of Antipolo to manage its water resource through used water management, which is the essence of the ‘Toka Toka’ campaign,” said Dela Cruz during the ceremonial partnership sealing.

Dela Cruz also underscored the importance of undertaking environmental initiatives as a critical factor in sustaining water resources for the next generation of Filipinos.

“This project marks a new beginning for everyone to commit to environmental sustainability. We need to help one another in managing our water system, Dela Cruz said.

For his part, Mayor Ynares also expressed his appreciation in collaborating with Manila Water as the Ayala-led company continues to strive in ensuring that potable water would be available to the remaining 13 percent of the city, specifically in Barangay Cabading and Sitio Umilang.

Both parties have agreed to further promote the environmental campaign through regular coordination meetings with the barangays in the city; the implementation of the monthly “Barangay Day” to enable marginalized households to have greater access to potable water supply; and the participation of various barangays in clean-up drive programs in the area.

Now on its third year, “Toka Toka” was created with the goal of educating the general public on used-water management and its effects on rivers and waterways four simple acts that include proper disposal of garbage; desludging of septic tanks, connecting to Manila Water’s sewer network; and supporting the company’s community-based sanitation and used-water projects.

Manila Water is the private concessionaire of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System that provides water and used water services to more than 6.2 million residents of parts of Quezon City and Manila, Marikina, Pasig, San Juan, Mandaluyong, Pateros, Makati, Taguig and several towns in Rizal Province.

Manila Water’s ‘Toka Toka’ envi campaign gains traction in Rizal Province

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Following the recent partnership sealing of Manila Water with the municipalities of Rodriguez and Angono in Rizal Province for the Toka Toka environmental advocacy, another partnership was closed this time with the city government of Antipolo to reinforce efforts on used water management.

Manila Water Corporate Strategic Affairs Group Director Ferdinand Dela Cruz welcomed the partnership with Antipolo Mayor Casimiro “Jun” Ynares, saying that the company’s advocacy on used water management has gained greater traction in the province with the inclusion of Antipolo City in the roster of the east concessionaire’s Toka Toka partners.

“Manila Water and Antipolo have always been great partners in ensuring that potable water from renewable surface source is available to the residents of this progressive mountain city. But today, we want to focus on joining forces with the government of Antipolo to manage its water resource through used water management, which is the essence of the ‘Toka Toka’ campaign,” said Dela Cruz during the ceremonial partnership sealing.

Dela Cruz also underscored the importance of undertaking environmental initiatives as a critical factor in sustaining water resources for the next generation of Filipinos.

“This project marks a new beginning for everyone to commit to environmental sustainability. We need to help one another in managing our water system, Dela Cruz said.

For his part, Mayor Ynares also expressed his appreciation in collaborating with Manila Water as the Ayala-led company continues to strive in ensuring that potable water would be available to the remaining 13 percent of the city, specifically in Barangay Cabading and Sitio Umilang.

Both parties have agreed to further promote the environmental campaign through regular coordination meetings with the barangays in the city; the implementation of the monthly “Barangay Day” to enable marginalized households to have greater access to potable water supply; and the participation of various barangays in clean-up drive programs in the area.

Now on its third year, “Toka Toka” was created with the goal of educating the general public on used-water management and its effects on rivers and waterways four simple acts that include proper disposal of garbage; desludging of septic tanks, connecting to Manila Water’s sewer network; and supporting the company’s community-based sanitation and used-water projects.

Manila Water is the private concessionaire of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System that provides water and used water services to more than 6.2 million residents of parts of Quezon City and Manila, Marikina, Pasig, San Juan, Mandaluyong, Pateros, Makati, Taguig and several towns in Rizal Province.

Asian Business Conference Explores Drivers of and Barriers to 2015 Integration

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The Asian Institute of Management (AIM) and the AIM Alumni Association is organizing the 2nd Asian Business Conference on June 26 and 27, 2014 at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel and the AIM campus, both in Makati City.

With the theme “2015 Approaching: Priming for ASEAN Integration”, the 2nd Asian Business Conference will explore the key drivers and challenges in the lead-up to the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) in 2015, which envisions members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) forming a single market and production base.

“The discussions in the conference will examine the assumptions of benefits brought about by economic integration, and how these will actually give rise to a cohesive and vibrant ASEAN that is capable of competing with the larger economies on the global stage,” explains AIM President Dr. Steven J. DeKrey. “On the conceptual level, AEC means a free flow of goods, services, investments, and capital, as well as equitable economic development and reduced poverty and inequality—but what would all these mean if majority of ASEAN’s 600 million people are unaware of or unprepared for an ASEAN AEC?”

Dr. DeKrey further points out that AEC’s vision of having a single market and production base rests largely on the region’s people. “ASEAN needs to harness its diversity and size to help achieve the goals of economic integration,” he remarks. “Beyond awareness, we must be able to bring out the creativity and innovation across different populations to diversify industries and boost competitiveness, especially for small and medium enterprises, which make up over 90% of businesses in ASEAN.”

He adds that there are compelling reasons to do business in ASEAN. “We are in developing countries that are growing. That is exciting. We are in developing countries that are integrating. That is unique,” he says, adding that there should be motivation to do more at a quicker pace, as 2015 is coming very soon.

The two-day conference will also explore various facets and implications of AEC through several track sessions: Harnessing Banking and Financial Markets; Realizing ASEAN’s Full Human Capital Potential; Strengthening Connectivity; Strengthening Leadership and Governance; and Building a Resilient ASEAN Economic Community.

“The conference aims to bring together representatives from various sectors to engage in a dialogue with business leaders, ask the right questions, and determine the ways forward for us to collectively benefit from AEC,” Dr. DeKrey notes.

Among the featured guest speakers are: Dato Timothy Ong, Chairman and Founder of Asia Inc. Forum; Mr. Serge Pun, Executive Chairman of Yoma Strategic Holdings; Diosdado Banatao, Founder and Managing Partner of Tallwood Venture Capital; Paulinus Kuncinas, Regional Editor, Asia, Oxford Business Group; Rodolfo Severino, Head of ASEAN Studies Centre, Institute of Southeast Asian Studies; Bob Hekkelman, CEO of JWT Southeast Asia; Iwan Azis, Head of the Office Regional Economic Integration, Asian Development Bank; and Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala, Chairman and CEO of Ayala Corporation.

Business leaders, entrepreneurs, public servants, the academe, and members of civil society are encouraged to register and contribute to the discussions in the conference. Early bird registration (for payments received on or before April 30, 2014) is Php8,500 or US$215. Regular registration (for payments received from May 1 to 31, 2014) is Php10,000 or US$250. Discounts apply to AIM alumni and group registrations (four or more representatives from the same organization).

Asian Business Conference Explores Drivers of and Barriers to 2015 Integration

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The Asian Institute of Management (AIM) and the AIM Alumni Association is organizing the 2nd Asian Business Conference on June 26 and 27, 2014 at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel and the AIM campus, both in Makati City.

With the theme “2015 Approaching: Priming for ASEAN Integration”, the 2nd Asian Business Conference will explore the key drivers and challenges in the lead-up to the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) in 2015, which envisions members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) forming a single market and production base.

“The discussions in the conference will examine the assumptions of benefits brought about by economic integration, and how these will actually give rise to a cohesive and vibrant ASEAN that is capable of competing with the larger economies on the global stage,” explains AIM President Dr. Steven J. DeKrey. “On the conceptual level, AEC means a free flow of goods, services, investments, and capital, as well as equitable economic development and reduced poverty and inequality—but what would all these mean if majority of ASEAN’s 600 million people are unaware of or unprepared for an ASEAN AEC?”

Dr. DeKrey further points out that AEC’s vision of having a single market and production base rests largely on the region’s people. “ASEAN needs to harness its diversity and size to help achieve the goals of economic integration,” he remarks. “Beyond awareness, we must be able to bring out the creativity and innovation across different populations to diversify industries and boost competitiveness, especially for small and medium enterprises, which make up over 90% of businesses in ASEAN.”

He adds that there are compelling reasons to do business in ASEAN. “We are in developing countries that are growing. That is exciting. We are in developing countries that are integrating. That is unique,” he says, adding that there should be motivation to do more at a quicker pace, as 2015 is coming very soon.

The two-day conference will also explore various facets and implications of AEC through several track sessions: Harnessing Banking and Financial Markets; Realizing ASEAN’s Full Human Capital Potential; Strengthening Connectivity; Strengthening Leadership and Governance; and Building a Resilient ASEAN Economic Community.

“The conference aims to bring together representatives from various sectors to engage in a dialogue with business leaders, ask the right questions, and determine the ways forward for us to collectively benefit from AEC,” Dr. DeKrey notes.

Among the featured guest speakers are: Dato Timothy Ong, Chairman and Founder of Asia Inc. Forum; Mr. Serge Pun, Executive Chairman of Yoma Strategic Holdings; Diosdado Banatao, Founder and Managing Partner of Tallwood Venture Capital; Paulinus Kuncinas, Regional Editor, Asia, Oxford Business Group; Rodolfo Severino, Head of ASEAN Studies Centre, Institute of Southeast Asian Studies; Bob Hekkelman, CEO of JWT Southeast Asia; Iwan Azis, Head of the Office Regional Economic Integration, Asian Development Bank; and Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala, Chairman and CEO of Ayala Corporation.

Business leaders, entrepreneurs, public servants, the academe, and members of civil society are encouraged to register and contribute to the discussions in the conference. Early bird registration (for payments received on or before April 30, 2014) is Php8,500 or US$215. Regular registration (for payments received from May 1 to 31, 2014) is Php10,000 or US$250. Discounts apply to AIM alumni and group registrations (four or more representatives from the same organization).