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Family Corporation Seminar-Workshop Series

Monday, August 23rd, 2010

Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry cordially invites you to the Family Corporation Series

  • Balancing Family Dynamics and Business Systems: A Preview on Managing Family Corporation – September 10, 2010
  • Professionalizing the Family Corporation: Attracting, Retaining and Motivating Professional Managers – September 17, 2010
  • Succession Planning for the Family Corporation – September 24, 2010
  • Adapting and Working in a Family Corporation – October 08, 2010
  • Family Business Governance – October 15, 2010

    • Target Participants
    Business Owners, CEO’s, Aspirants or Start-up Entrepreneurs

    Course Objectives
    1. To conduct a series of seminar-workshops, a compressed module similar to a family business management course that will help participants identify and analyze the key issues and challenges of family corporations;
    2. To better understand the origins, dynamics, cultures and values of the founding family and the likely interrelationships on the family and the business and to recognize that family health can greatly influence the manner of harnessing the potential areas for improvement within the family business; and
    3. To pave a strategic roadmap that puts family and business in a healthy equation

    For confirmation and other inquiries look for:
    Kerwin Macopia and Irwin Repalda
    Tel: 232-1421 to 24 loc. 105/106/112
    Fax: 412-9461 or 232-1422
    Email: krmacopia@cebuchamber.org

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    FORMO : GIVE ME 5

    Wednesday, August 11th, 2010


    FORMO is Latin for to create, shape, form. This August, Formo celebrates five fantastic years of continuously creating extraordinary experiences, shaping Cebu’s stylish nocturnal lifestyle as the city’s pioneering restaurant lounge, and forming bonds and friendships through its overall relaxing vibe, diverse cocktails, delectable dishes and excellent customer service.

    From August 11-15, FORMO fetes five years with FORMO 5, five fabulous nights of music, fashion and passion. The revelry kicks off on Wednesday, August 11 with the newly launched monthly movement of fashion, style and art: The Thread Style Series with this installation featuring a fashion show with Cebu’s young personalities wearing the creative genius of Mary Ty for Very Mary. On Thursday, August 12, its all the goodness of the 60s, 70s, jazz, blues and soul with the Cuarenta Band and Bob Sellner. On Friday,
    August 13, it’s everything house as resident mixmasters Hans Congmon, Jude Flores and Marlon Orellano take everyone to a state of Rapture. Get those dancing shoes ready on Saturday, August 14, as the much celebrated Disco de Luxe takes the 80s, 90s and new wave party to a whole new level. Buckle up as Gap Mobile’s Gilbert Go is set to take you on an aural and visual journey as he debuts his video mixing of disco dance hits. The anniversary parties culminate on Sunday, August 15 with the ultimate retail therapy:
    Fashion + Cocktails, a whole night happy hour affair and trunk show featuring Cebu’s up and coming designers and retailers: Vanilla Label by Vania Romoff, Rhipstop Soul Clothing, Very Mary by Mary Ty, Glory by Ria Alazas, Willow & Jack and more.

    As a special anniversary treat, Formo fanatics can get their local beer, mojitos and the special FORMO 5 cocktail for P5 from 6:00 pm till 9:00 pm during the five-night celebration. On Friday and Saturday, buy 2 of any of the Johnnie Walker and Smirnoff variants and the third one is on the house. FORMO GIVE ME 5 is presented by San Miguel Beer, Smirnoff, Johnnie Walker, Bailey’s, Gilbey’s Premium Strength, Cignal Digital
    TV, First Family Appliance and Pink Flora.

    Formo is located at the Banilad Town Centre and is open daily for cocktails, dinner and after hours from 6:00 p.m. onwards; also available for private functions. For reservations and inquiries, please contact 0917 7100 300 during office hours and (032) 416 1990 during bar hours, email FORMO.Cebu@gmail.com or log on to www.facebook.com/FORMO.lounge or tweet www.twitter.com/FORMOcebu.

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    Make Your Own Havaianas turns 5

    Thursday, July 22nd, 2010


    It is time again for the fashion event anticipated by all fashionistas and stylistas. Havaianas, the world’s favorite flip flops brand, is celebrating its 5th year of offering Filipinos the chance to add personalized color and style to their lives—and their happy soles.

    Havaianas, the first flip flops brand to offer pair customization in the country, holds its 5th annual Make Your Own Havaianas event at SM City Cebu Northwing Atrium from July 30 to August 2, 2010. In honor of this landmark anniversary, Havaianas aims to make this fashion event bigger, better and brighter than ever.
    “We always endeavor to improve Make Your Own Havaianas every year” says Anne Gonzalez, Managing Director of Havaianas Philippines. “This year, though, we can really say that we’re going all out. We’re celebrating the 5th installation of this trademark event in honor of all the Havaianaticos that show up each year.”

    Make Your Own Havaianas 2010 is the perfect venue to unleash your creativity and let your imagination go wild. Aside from the extensive color palette of Top and Slim soles and straps, Havaianas fans can choose from stylish new options—from silver letter pins and crystal studded pins to jelly, fluorescent and glow-in-the-dark Top straps.

    True blue Havaianaticos (those obsessed with these comfy and stylish flip flops) can select a Philippine-designed MYOH commemorative sole and pin as mementos of this historic event. With all these options, you’ll never run out of creative ideas for your own personal version of the word’s favorite flip flops. So head over to SM City Cebu Northwing Atrium from July 30-August 2, 2010 and Make Your Own Havaianas.

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    There’s a New Cat in Town!

    Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

    Coffeecat opening
    Friday, July 16, 2010 – 4:00  P.M.
    eBloc Building
    Asiatown, IT Park

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    19th Visayas Area Business Conference

    Sunday, June 20th, 2010

    Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry
    and
    Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry

    cordially invite you to

    Public-Private Partnership towards Sustainable Development

    Now on its 19th year, the Visayas Area Business Conference (VABC) brings together business stakeholders across the region to discuss various issues and concerns affecting business, promote opportunities in trade and investments, as well as come up with strategic alliances that tackle various advocacies necessary for the area’s development.

    • Discuss current business concepts and trends that will renew economic vibrancy and ensure sustainable development in the region.
    • Discuss urgent concerns currently affecting business, particularly sustainable power supply and infrastructure.
    • Orient participants on corporate social responsibility and alternative CSR approaches that can be effective in their workplace.
    • Be the voice of business.

    Conference Registration:
    PhP 2,000.00
    Inclusive of the following:

    • Attendance at the Plenary Sessions on June 25-26, 2010
    • Attendance at the VABC Gala Night and Grand Chamber Awards Night, June 25, 2010 at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel
    • Meals at the Plenary Sessions
    • Conference Kit

    SPECIAL RATE FOR STUDENTS/TEACHERS:
    PhP 1,000.00*
    Register as a group of 5 and get 1 free slot!
    *does not cover attendance to the VABC Gala Night.

    Avail of various advertising opportunities through the VABC EXHIBIT and other marketing platforms!!!

    For details, please contact:
    The VABC Secretariat
    Phone: (63 32) 232-1421 to 24
    Fax: (63 32) 232-1422 / 412-9461
    Email: jmoseo@cebu-chamber.com
    Mobile No.: 0908.883.7796

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    Meet the Business Icons

    Saturday, May 29th, 2010

    June 28, 2010 / 1:30pm-4:00pm
    Celebrity Ballroom, Montebello Garden Hotel
    Banilad, Cebu City

    Meet the Business Icons aims to help starting and aspiring entrepreneurs by providing an opportunity for close interaction with prominent and established business leaders in the industry today.

    Be inspired on how to run your own business successfully.
    Discover the impact and benefits of using nature-friendly products for your business.

    Register now!!!

    ROBERTO “Pancho” LOPEZ PUCKETT
    President
    Solar Electric Company

    The career of Mr. Puckett ranged from being an office clerk, radio disc jockey announcer, hotel manager, management trainee, and International trader to renewable energy investor. He is considered to be the pioneer of renewable energy in the Philippines.

    Mr. Puckett is an entrepreneur whose vision of communities running on alternative sources of energy enables him to succeed in the business in a way that helps the people and the environment.

    He is the first and oldest advocate of renewable energy in the Philippines starting in 1976 to the present.  He was the first to introduce solar, wind, micro-hydro, mini geothermal, solar water heating and other renewable energy products and gadgets to the Philippine market.  He boosted renewable energy, aggressively promoted clean energy and crafted an ambitious renewable energy organization.

    PEDRO “Pete” H. DELANTAR, JR.
    President / CEO
    Nature’s Legacy Eximport, Inc.

    Pete is the President and Chief executive Officer of Nature’s Legacy, a globally recognized manufacturer of high quality home furnishings. He is one of the pioneers responsible for ‘greening’ the furniture industry.

    In 2007, Pete was named Environment-Friendly Entrepreneur of the Year given by the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and he also received the Excellence in Ecology and Economy (E3) Award given by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

    His other awards include the 2004 Golden Shell Award – Excellence in Export for Manufacturing and Design Excellence, the highest award given to Filipino export companies; a special citation for Eco-friendly Products during the Cebu International Furniture & Furnishings Exhibition (Cebu X 2008); 2005 Most Creative Product Award given by the California Integrated Waste Board in the US; and numerous citations from the Katha Awards of the Manila Furniture Accessories Manufacturers Exporters (FAME).

    Participation Fee:
    Students – Php 100.00
    Faculty – Php 300.00
    Entrepreneurs – Php 500.00

    For inquiries, please call CCCI at 232-3938 / 232-1421-24 loc 112 and look for Tess.

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    Havaianas Summer Snapshot

    Thursday, May 13th, 2010

    Think of summer and thoughts of sand, sun and outdoor fun come to mind.
    Havaianas, summer’s solemate, creates the perfect backdrop for that perfect memento as it captures all of the season’s favorites in bursts of color via a visually arresting sculpture installation seen in Boracay, Manila and now Cebu.

    Since its appearance at the Terraces of the Ayala Center Cebu, Havaianaticos have flocked to have their photos taken in this three-dimensional work of art to commemorate the summer of 2010.
    Catch this at the Terraces until the 16th of May and at The Walk, I.T. Park from the 18th to the 27th of May.

    Havaianas Summer Fun 2010

    Join the Havaianas Summer Fun and purchase 2 pairs from any of the authorized retailers in Ayala from today until the 15th of May and get a chance to win one of five exclusive and much coveted Havaianas Flip Floats.

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    Two Cebuanas make it to the 10 Finalists of the PLDT MYDSL WATCHPAD CREW

    Thursday, May 6th, 2010

    After a nationwide search that commenced in March and generated thousands of entries, the journey from anonymous to famous is on its homestretch as the top 10 finalists of the PLDT myDSL WatchPad Crew was unveiled online recently.
    PLDT myDSL is not just looking for the usual eye-candy as the finalists were chosen based on their unique personalities, love for the internet, and a passion in life ranging from music, sports, the performing arts, and even advocacies relevant to today’s generation. Simply put, these are teens who want to stand out and make a difference.

    Two Cebuanas have made it to the coveted circle of young, vibrant personalities from all over the country and with Cebu’s support may just become part of the coolest crew in town joining the ranks of Rhian Ramos, champion drifter Alex Perez, Isabel Oli, Gino de la Peña, Viktor Aliwalas and Steph Henares. The top five with the most online votes will have a chance to become a part of the 5 new  PLDTnew PLDT myDSL WatchPad Crew. Public online voting is open until May 23.

    Carole “Blinky” de Leon, dubbed as “The Do-Gooder” is a junior in the University of San Carlos and a pioneer host of a well-renowned show. Bubbly 20 year-old Blinky, however busy she is, finds time for her interests. When she’s not in class or on cam, she spends her free time dancing, swimming, food-tripping and internet-surfing.  Blinky uses the net for entertainment and to communicate with her loved ones.


    Dani Miranda dubbed “Dan The Man” is not your average girl. She’s cool, funny, strong-willed and can be considered “one of the boys”. A sophomore in the University of the Philippines Cebu, 19-year old Dani slows down from the stresses of school life by shopping, eating and cooking for her friends.  She also loves surfing the net especially to watch her favorite TV shows.

    Rounding up the rest of the finalists are George Schulze, Mara Schnittka, Nikko Ramos, Goldameir Gamir, Arbie Baguios, Yassi Pressman, Paolo Villanueva and Jacqueline Milner.

    The new WatchPad Crew will also each win a brand new Sony Vaio laptop with free myDSL subscription for a year, a chance to be part of WatchPad events, campaigns and ads and P100, 000 in cash. They will also participate in the Gabay Guro program of the PLDT-SMART Foundation, helping change lives of the teachers and equip them with English proficiency and computer literacy training.

    As the new faces of PLDT myDSL, the Watchpad crew will be privileged to represent not just a Superbrand*, but a status like no other—a Platinum status** that’s Most Trusted by Filipinos. They’ll be featured on the hottest entertainment portal in the country.  Watchpad has 18 of the hottest channels absolutely free with every myDSL subscription some of which are not available on local Cebu cable: Channel [V], CNN, National Geographic, E!, PBO, CNBC, Cartoon Network, Animax, History, The Biography Channel, Crime and Investigation, Living Asia, RCTV, Go, Splash, Smart Shopping, TBN-Word,  and myView.

    Vote for Cebu’s very own Blinky and Danielle to be broadband generation’s next icons at http://www.pldtwatchpad.com/watchpadcrew.

    *Based on Superbrands International awards 2010-2011
    **Based on Reader’s Digest 2009 Annual Survey Research Results

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