ASIA DIGITAL MARKETING EXPO 2016 SET MAY 27 AT SMX CONVENTION CENTER IN TAGUIG, PHILIPPINES

Wisdom from Robert Laurel Yupangco of Zoomanity Group

Mr. Rober Yupangco, CEO of Yupangco group of Companies.


Robert Laurel Yupangco is undoubtedly very charming, rich, successful and a bachelor. His diverse business from Tourism to Finance industry made him received awards from different sectors. He will be one of the speakers this May 27, 2016 at Asia Digital Marketing Expo 2016 and will be there for 3 different activities; As the panel speaker, round table lead under the topic "The Digital Tourism" and as one of the incubator at the StartUp Pitching Session. The participation is and only because, he can. He was a favorite in all speaking gig. That's also because of his wit, humor and experience. Please read his message that will be published in the souvenir program of Asia Digital Marketing Expo 2016.

“Timing is important!” Let me re-quote the English proverb: “The early bird catches the worm” but “The early worm was eaten by the bird”. We may act promptly but without strategy we may not get our desired results.

Having a good and well planned strategy is one key to cope up in the digital era that we are now facing. Technology change and consumer adapting to technology are drawing marketing innovators to a fast face media platforms. Hospitality and tourism is one of the industries that is most affected by digital development. Technology enables consumer make better travel alternatives causing higher expectations.

In order to perform well and gain competitive advantages, players in the travel industry, like us in Zoomanity Group are always looking for the newest and better ways to reach our customers. We are focusing on “real experience” through a real and live interaction with animals and nature. Zoomanity Group parks: Zoobic Safari in Subic, Residence Inn Tagaytay, Zoocobia in Clark, Pampanga, Paradizoo in Mendez, Cavite, Zoocolate Thrills in Loboc Bohol, are now expanding internationally through our projects in Nagano, Japan called Zootopia, a Ski and Summer resort park, and animal breeding center in Shepparton City in Victoria, Australia. To give our customers a better and easy way to visit our parks we’ve launched an online ticketing system called www.zoomanitypayment.com.ph.

Change has been a vital part in our growing tourism industry especially in digital aspect. The rising customer expectations gives companies like us to have better opportunities to expand our market by giving a more quality and unique experience.

With this, I want to share you this message:

“Think out of the box. You will never grow if you stay inside the limited corners of an idea. Business is a world of infinite possibilities. You will not succeed if you are afraid to tap the only permanent thing in this world, Change”.- Robert Laurel Yupangco

TAG Media and Public Relations is the marketing & branding arm of Zoomanity Group. For more info: 09166299381. (VGBlogs)

WE SHOULD VOTE CANCER PARTY LIST..

CANCER PARTY LIST A GREAT CHOICE

My wife was a victim of this dreaded disease called Cancer.. I am at a lost to understand why it befell on us and it hurts so badly and I didn't know who I was to blame. Do I need to blame God? So furious.. That was a question I asked several years back. Now, my wife is in heaven and nothing I can do to bring back her life again. I never thought that there will be an organization called 'CANCER Party List' not until I saw one.. while browsing an FB page. I came across about their advocacy for healthcare reforms, projects that will uplift the rights of the patients afflicted with cancer and I thought of.. that this is the kind of Party List that I am looking for and I will not waste a single inch of my vote. I will help support "CANCER Party List' and we all don't know that one day we might be a victim of this kind of tragedy. Calling all my friends and everyone.. Be counted and Vote 'CANCER Party List' Number 104 in your ballot. God bless everyone. (VGBlogs)

BAGNET: A WONDERFUL TASTE OF ILOCOS, PHILIPPINE DISH IN A PLATE..

The Taste of Ilocandia.. In A Plate Called Bagnet.. Now In Visayas Avenue In Vasra Quezon City..
By: Ver M. Garcia & Teddy P. Cho

Well Lighted Signage of STOOPS in Visayas Avenue.  Photo by: Ted

 The lady staff happy to get your orders.         Photo by: Ted

 Necessity is the mother of invention, who would have known that the cravings of two friends would turn into a multi-million peso business. The Department of Tourism (DoT) definitely took cognizance of the growth in production of Bagnet  in Ilocos Norte. That's why visitors always find time to order and taste delicious and crunchy BAGNET that would surely put them on cloud nine.

With the Philippines over 1700 islands and the Filipino ingenuity and creativity in the concoction of the several versions of Bagnet came to existence. Bagnet takes time to prepare, Pork Liempo otherwise known as Pork belly a choice cut is used its usually the side called 3 layers. These choice cuts from a young pork are marinated in a secret sauce. It's the secret behind the aroma that makes it irresistible. Placed in an iron pot to boil. Deep fried in a vegetable oil until bubbles appears, while the skin becomes crispier due to repeated deep frying  at least 20 minutes apart. Some prefer to serve it  with the hot sauce together with liver sauce. Beer lovers please take note take control of your cravings otherwise you might forget your name afterwards. And another caution please take Selfie.. because Bagnet is so delicious and crunchy to the last bite and you might even forget your name (Joke only).

The Crispy and Delicious Bagnet.. You can only find at Stoops.

The Flavorful Spicy Bagnet.

Some serve it with a healthy sauce and side dish. Stoops offers several  side dishes like a combination of the  following: Kamote tops, Bagoong, Kamatis and Lasuna (native onion) full of anti-oxidant properties just to counter so called UMAY taste. STOOPS offers several side dishes to suit your healthy choices. A golden brown texture  and aromatic taste is a testimony to the fresh and  that right ingredient that STOOPS specializes, choices ingredient and their  kept secret sauce delight.

Bagnet with palatable side dish.. Savor the taste at Stoops. Bring your family and friends.

Poster of Original Chicken Bagnet..

For those who are too busy to cook because BAGNET takes time to prepare, but wants to taste Ilocos in a Plate... Relax and enjoy, come and Taste the Home cooked Bagnet prepared with  the traditional sauces to match the side dishes. How do you treat your loved ones?... the Ilocano way of course! Bagnet prepared the way you like it, with side dish  to match your discriminating taste. STOOPS now open for Franchising Pls. call 0906-4040224 or simply log on to facebook: Stoops Bagnet Ilocos. (VerGarciaBlogs)

CONGRESSMAN ATONG ASILO A LOGICAL CHOICE FOR VICE-MAYOR OF MANILA, PHILIPPINES

ASILO TOP MAN TO BEAT FOR VICE-MAYOR OF THE CAPITAL CITY
By: Ver M. Garcia and Teddy Cho

Introducing to the Manileno a public figure who deserved the support of the masses.

Persons and public figures who did not turned their public office into a Business venture. But served the people's welfare and interest by enacting several legislation into law that is Pro-God, Pro-People and Pro-Filipino.

Congressman Benjamin 'Atong' Asilo a public servant for 31 years, who rose from the ranks, from a humble Barangay Kagawad in 1984 to a congressional representative in 2007 up to present  of the Ist district of Manila is now seeking your mandate. Running under the banner of the Liberal party. A Vice-mayoralty candidate, unblemished by anomalies and corruption, his political career speaks for itself.

A soft-spoken person, humble who always keeps a low profile. Speaks a few words but drives home a point. As a congressman of the Ist district he served his constituent with Dignity,  protected the peoples welfare through a sound  and impeccable legislation. A Boxing  afficionado who authored and co-authored several legislation and gave credence, recognition to the people's champ Manny Pacquiao's outstanding and inspirational performance in defending  the country's honor in Boxing (HR 2056).

Indeed.. He has come a long way, a servant of the masses who helped protect OFW's and Balikbayans hard-earned income and considers tourism an indispensable element of the  National economy which  must be harnessed for Socio-economic growth.  

In an interview with the Vice Mayoralty Candidate Atong Asilo when asked about his insights with the Rent Control Law.. He avers that Landlord should not increase their rental not more than the law prescribed and that's not more than 10 percent increase. About the Rental Roll back.. He said that that the government can't interfere with the private sector with regards to the Rental Roll Back. When asked about the environmental concern.. He said that the canals and esteros should be cleared with garbage and other pollutants and declogging of all esteros in the metropolis is necessary. 

With Peace and Order problem of the City of Manila. Asilo said that he will coordinate with all agencies concern to make Manila a safer place to live in. When asked about his parting words. Asilo has this to say. "I am very disappointed because my posters were being removed without my knowing it. They should give me a fair chance to prove my mettle as a Candidate for Vice-Mayor of Manila comes May 9 election. (VerGarciaBlog)

BAHAY KUBO, KAHIT MUNTI HELPS IN ALLEVIATING POVERTY IN THE PHILIPPINES

Bahay Kubo, Kahit Munti

 By: Jose P.M. Cunanan & Elizabeth C. Cunanan

City of San Jose Del Monte: Integrated Community Food Production: National Anti-Poverty Commission 

        

Binabati natin ang mga Bloggers Association of the Philippines Global Readers, Philippines-wide and Earth-wide mula Siyudad ng San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan.

Ang City of San Jose Del Monte ay kabilang sa may 309 na Local Government Units (Municipal & City) sa 61 provinces, in 15 Regions in Mindanao, Visayas & Luzon na kasama sa programang “Pagkain ni Boss”, Integrated Community Food Production (ICFP) ng National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC).

Ginanap ang Orientation & Planning Workshop ng ICFP / NAPC kamakailan sa Productivity Center, Barangay Sapang Palay Proper.

Si Helene Grace Morong Evangelista, ang Emcee at Facilitator ng programa na pinasimulang ng panalangin ni Lorenza Biasca, ng Pambansang Awit at San Jose City Hymn.

Si Elpidio Abela, Co-Chairperson ng Local Poverty Reduction Action Team (LPRAT) ang nagbigay ng opening remarks at ipinakilala ni Petronila Binondo ang mga participants ng programa.

Ang bumubuo ng ICFP Team ay ipinakilala ni Virginia Mendoza:  Hon. Reynaldo S. San Pedro, City Mayor; Flora G. San Felipe, City Agriculturist; Helen Grace M. Evangelista, Agricultural Technologist; Elpidio Abela,          LPRAT Co-Chairperson; Dr. Betzaida B. Banaag, City Health Officer; ICFP Community Coordinators:  Angelita Bilangel, (Muzon); Analyn Domingo, (Minuyan Proper); Ma. Lorenza Biasca (San Roque); CSO Members: Malou Lorenzo, Gina Pateña.; LPRAT: Elipido Abela,  Gina Pateña, Aurelia Castillo, Malou Lorenzo; City Nutrition Office: Petronila Binondo, Neer Gumaod

San Jose City Agriculturist Office: San Felipe, Flora G., City Agriculturist; Mendoza, Virginia F., Senior Agriculturist; Mogueis, Cecilia C., Senior Agriculturist; Agricultural Technicians:  Apostol, Mary Joyce L., Temporal, Nelia B.;; Agricultural Technologists: Evangelista, Helene Grace M., Schawn Michael G. Ramirez, Rublica, Christine H.; Nieto, Pauline Angeli N.- Rice Report Officer

Barangay MUZON: Del Rosario, Judilyn P.; Lopez, Zenaida D.; Omahoy, Angie L.; Romo, Hilda M.; Amoguis, Marianne B.; Pelias, Aileen J.; Angelita Bilangel; Solleza, Ma. Theresa; Bitong , Loida; Sardua, Naomi; Depasupil, Josephine

Barangay  SAN ROQUE: Barrameda, Veronica D.Deriada, Janice A.; Corpuz, Ma. Rosanna D.; Bacatano, Gloria S.; Biasca, Ma. Lorenza; Jabal, Ansie;

Barangay MINUYAN PROPER: Hamili, Victoria B.; Vergara, Rodessa O.; Villanueva, Virginia G.; Martin, Aiza E.; Guimbaolibot, Alma A.; Onayan, Martina B.; Fajardo, Lea M.; Valdez, Jhona B.; Guarin, Merlita B.; Robite, Marlyn B.; Dongue, Chris P.; Jurada, Shiela C.; Morales, Teresa P.; Garcia, Arlyn D.; Domingo, Analyn

        
Ang NAPC Bulacan Provincial Focal Person, Domingo M. Antonio ang nagbigay ng Overview of ICFP Program & Implementing Guidelines / Role of NAPC. At kabilang din na mga panauhin si Dr. Venancio Catarroja, President, Bahay Kubo Global System at Executive Director Elizabeth C. Roxas ng Environmental Broadcast Circle.

        
Tinalakay ni Dr. Jose P.M. Cunanan, Consultant, ICFP-NAPC ang paksang G.O.L.D.E.N. San Jose Del Monte: Garden Of Life, Development & Nation-Building. Bilang pasimula, masiglang inawit ng mga dumalo ang Six (6) Stanzas ng Bahay Kubo, kahit munti, ang halaman doon ay sari-sari…

        
Sa pamamagitan ng Slide Show ng Power Point Presentation, tinalakay ni Dr. J.P.M. Cunanan ang Bahay Kubo: Original Filipino Indigenous Micro-Variety, Multi-Level Farming / Gardening System. Ito ang natatangi sa boong mundo, sa isang stanza ng awit, ay mayroong 18 gulay ang kailangang itanim para sa pagkain, kalusugan at kabuhayan.

Ang layunin ng NAPC-ICFP ay ang “Pagkain ni Boss”; pagtatanim at pag-aalaga ng hayop bilang pagkain ng mga beneneficiaries ng program. Ang pagtatanim ukol sa Sapat at Masustansyang Pagkain at ang awit na “Bahay Kubo, kahit munti, ang halaman doon ay sari-sari” ay panimulang gabay ukol sa pagtatanim ng 18 gulay: Singkamas at talong, sigarilyas at mani; sitaw, bataw, patani, kundol, patola, upo, kalabasa. At saka mayroon pa: labanos, mustasa, sibuyas, kamatis, bawang, luya…linga. Binigyang diin din ang pangangailangan ng Balag (Trellis)… Karaniwan sa mga Balag na ginagawa ng mga magsasaka ay matatawag na Balag ng Alanganin… na hindi nagtatagal dahil sa materiales na madaling masira ng bukbok, anay at ng ulan at araw. At ang bawat punong kahoy ay maaring gawing balag ng mga halamang baging: singkamas, sigarilyas, sitaw, bataw, patani, kundol, patola, upo, kalabasa, ampalaya, ube, sayote, pepino… ang mga tinatawag na V5: Venture in Variety.

Bahay Kubo (Pambansang Awitin)

At sa Barangay ay magkakaroon ng isang Community Garden na magiging modelo, demonstration garden ng mga dapat itanim at alagaan para sa pagkain, kalusugan at kabuhayan.

Winakasan ang talakayan sa sama-samang Action Prayer/ Exercise: “Salamat, Salamat, Salamat”. (VG Blogs)

Secretary Baldoz of the Labor Department of the Philippines with ADB Director Kelly Bird..

Kapihan at Balitaan Media Forum Series: Local Jobs Campaign

SECRETARY BALDOZ AT THE ADB CONFERENCE ON MRAs. Labor and    Employment Secretary Rosalinda Dimapilis-Baldoz, together with DOLE Assistant      Secretary Katherine Brimon and Bureau of Local Employment Director Dominique R. Tutay, joins Asian Development Bank Director General Jim Nugent (right); ADB Deputy Director General Noriko Agawa; and ADB Director Kelly Bird, during the ADB Conference on Achieving and Benefitting from Skills Mobility under the Mutual Recognition Arrangements (MRAs) yesterday at the ADB Headquarters in Manila.

Conferment Ceremony Of International Academy For Leadership & Management at the CAP Bldg. in Urdaneta, Pangasinan..

Conferment Ceremony of e-IALM in the Province of Urdaneta, Pangasinan

CONFERMENT Ceremony: The International e-Academy for Leadership & Management (IALM) has conferred upon Dr. Ronnie A. Royo, N.D,,D.Ac., President of Natural Health Foundation of the Philippines, Inc., was conferred the title of  the Honorary Degree for Doctor of Public Administration (Honoris Causa). This degree is bestowed upon him with all the rights and privileges and honors from this academy. In photo fr. L to R. Dr. Ronnie A. Royo with his conferment, Hon. Judge Cynthia Florendo, RTC-San Jose City, Nueva Ecija as Guest Speaker, Dr. Alen R. Manzano of Global Maritme Training School, Dr. Jessie T. Samillano,  Dra. Corpuz of the Department of Education in Pangasinan and Dr. Hernando B. Bruce, Ph.D., Coordinator of  IALM and Founding Chairman of Acts- Philippines. The IAME recognizes the accomplishment of outstanding Filipino Achievers. Photo taken recently at the CAP Building in Urdaneta City, Pangasinan. (VG)

CONFERMENT Ceremony.. The International e-Academy for Leadership & Management has conferred upon Dr. Virgilio M. Garcia, the Honorary Degree for Doctor of Public Administration (Honoris Causa). This degree is bestowed upon him with all the rights and privileges and honors from this academy. In photo fr. L to R. Dr. Ver M. Garcia with his conferment, Councilor Rose Ann G. Rafael of Natividad, Pangasinan and Dra. Corpuz of the Dept. of Education in Pangasinan. Photo taken recently at the CAP Building in Urdaneta City, Pangasinan. (VG)