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Famous and Notable Alumni
GIO PAREDES
GIO PAREDES graduated with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Mathematics major in Computer Programming from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines in May 1995. He was supposed to take up Mechanical Engineering, but later on fell in love with computer programming.
When he was a young boy, growing up in the 80s, his father would buy him Pilipino Funny Komiks and Ninja Komiks every week. He had many funny memories of characters such as Matsutsu and Bardagol of Planet Opdi Eyps. Superkat, Superdog, the fried chicken-loving Niknok and his Lola, Mahimud Ali and his half-human half-carabao son Kalatao.
But it was Edmund Berganio (his classmate in College) who showed him all about the western comics, not only in a comic book fans perspective but also looking at the comics creative team behind it. He was exposed to awesome artwork of the likes of Jim Lee, Marc Silvestri, Dale Keown, Ron Lim and Whilce Portacio. He then dreamed of becoming one of those great artists that he admires.
In 2000, he enrolled in a comic book creating school “LEARN”, founded by the famous Wetworks creator Whilce Portacio. In that school, he first met a long time local comic book artist Gilbert Monsanto.
In June 2007, he released his very first comic book ever, Kalayaan #1. This was possible through the help of Reno Maniquis and Gerry Alanguilan. These were the two persons he often emails and asks about self publishing your own comics.
In July of 2008, Gio heed the call of Gilbert Monsanto to become a member of Bayan Knights, a group of comics creator featuring their own original characters in one comic book. From then on, he has become one of the point man of the group.
At present, he is working as computer programmer / analyst in a company in Ortigas Center. And at the same time, he is still busy with his Kalayaan comics series that he continues to self-publish. He also have a plan to publish Kalayaan comics as a graphic novel (trade paper back) in the future.
(Personal Profile Courtesy of Gio Paredes, http://komiklopedia.wordpress.com/2008/01/19/gio-m-paredes/
Photos: courtesy of http://gioparedes.blogspot.com/2010_06_01_archive.html
When he was a young boy, growing up in the 80s, his father would buy him Pilipino Funny Komiks and Ninja Komiks every week. He had many funny memories of characters such as Matsutsu and Bardagol of Planet Opdi Eyps. Superkat, Superdog, the fried chicken-loving Niknok and his Lola, Mahimud Ali and his half-human half-carabao son Kalatao.
But it was Edmund Berganio (his classmate in College) who showed him all about the western comics, not only in a comic book fans perspective but also looking at the comics creative team behind it. He was exposed to awesome artwork of the likes of Jim Lee, Marc Silvestri, Dale Keown, Ron Lim and Whilce Portacio. He then dreamed of becoming one of those great artists that he admires.
In 2000, he enrolled in a comic book creating school “LEARN”, founded by the famous Wetworks creator Whilce Portacio. In that school, he first met a long time local comic book artist Gilbert Monsanto.
In June 2007, he released his very first comic book ever, Kalayaan #1. This was possible through the help of Reno Maniquis and Gerry Alanguilan. These were the two persons he often emails and asks about self publishing your own comics.
In July of 2008, Gio heed the call of Gilbert Monsanto to become a member of Bayan Knights, a group of comics creator featuring their own original characters in one comic book. From then on, he has become one of the point man of the group.
At present, he is working as computer programmer / analyst in a company in Ortigas Center. And at the same time, he is still busy with his Kalayaan comics series that he continues to self-publish. He also have a plan to publish Kalayaan comics as a graphic novel (trade paper back) in the future.
(Personal Profile Courtesy of Gio Paredes, http://komiklopedia.wordpress.com/2008/01/19/gio-m-paredes/
Photos: courtesy of http://gioparedes.blogspot.com/2010_06_01_archive.html
BENJAMIN R. PUNONGBAYAN
Benjamin R. Punongbayan is a Certified Public Accountant and the founder and Chief Executive Officer of the auditing firm, Punongbayan and Araullo. He previously worked for SGV and Co. until he decided to put up his own auditing firm in 1988. Punongbayan was listed as the 322nd highest taxpayer for 2009 by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR). He is a graduate of Polytechnic University of the Philippines and Far Eastern University.
Education Punongbayan finished his secondary education, with honourable mention at Torres High in Gagalangin, Tondo. Because of limited resources, he enrolled at the Philippine College of Commerce (now known as Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP), and completed a two-year associate course in commercial science, wherein he graduated with Highest Honors. He obtained his Bachelors degree in Accountancy from the Far Eastern University, and was a consistent scholar during his stay. He then completed his Master’s degree in Business Administration, Wharton Graduate School, University of Pennsylvania under the SGV scholarship program.
Professional profile Upon graduating from FEU, Punongbayan joined the SGV. After finish his MBA program at Wharton, he worked for a year at an international accounting firm in New York and went back to Manila in 1970 to continue his work at SGV.
He was reassigned shortly to an SGV affiliate in Malaysia wherein he helped develop the Malaysian firm into one of the best in the country. After coming back, Punongbayan quickly rose to become the Audit Division’s head.
After the EDSA Revolution, he was offered a position of deputy minister in one of the government departments with an assurance that he will become the Secretary of that department after several months. He declined the offer, and eventually left SGV. Together with fellow accountant Jose Araullo founded their own auditing firm Punongbayan and Araullo. From a staff of seven, the auditing firm grew to over 600 people under their leadership.
Throughout his long career, Punongbayan has been active in professional, business and civic organizations. He took a leadership role in a number of professional and civic organizations where in almost all cases he provided innovation and improvements in the delivery of service to the members of these entities.
In addition, he also was elected at various times into the Board of Directors of a number of business organizations where he participated in the deliberation of many national issues.
Other designations Being an active civic leader, Punongbayan founded the political party-list Buklod in 2009. He also sits as Trustee for The Nova Foundation, an organization aim at helping Persons with Disability by providing training and employment opportunity. He is also an Honorary Member of the Philippine Society for Quality, Inc., a non-stock and non-profit organization that sets the groundwork for a quality control organization.
He also serves as Director for the International Chamber of Commerce, and Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He was former Governor of the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) and former President of the Association of Certified Public Accountants in Public Practice, Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Rotary Club of Makati East.
Awards and recognitions Awards and commendations
(Source: http://en.wikipilipinas.org/index.php?title=Benjamin_Punongbayan)
Education Punongbayan finished his secondary education, with honourable mention at Torres High in Gagalangin, Tondo. Because of limited resources, he enrolled at the Philippine College of Commerce (now known as Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP), and completed a two-year associate course in commercial science, wherein he graduated with Highest Honors. He obtained his Bachelors degree in Accountancy from the Far Eastern University, and was a consistent scholar during his stay. He then completed his Master’s degree in Business Administration, Wharton Graduate School, University of Pennsylvania under the SGV scholarship program.
Professional profile Upon graduating from FEU, Punongbayan joined the SGV. After finish his MBA program at Wharton, he worked for a year at an international accounting firm in New York and went back to Manila in 1970 to continue his work at SGV.
He was reassigned shortly to an SGV affiliate in Malaysia wherein he helped develop the Malaysian firm into one of the best in the country. After coming back, Punongbayan quickly rose to become the Audit Division’s head.
After the EDSA Revolution, he was offered a position of deputy minister in one of the government departments with an assurance that he will become the Secretary of that department after several months. He declined the offer, and eventually left SGV. Together with fellow accountant Jose Araullo founded their own auditing firm Punongbayan and Araullo. From a staff of seven, the auditing firm grew to over 600 people under their leadership.
Throughout his long career, Punongbayan has been active in professional, business and civic organizations. He took a leadership role in a number of professional and civic organizations where in almost all cases he provided innovation and improvements in the delivery of service to the members of these entities.
In addition, he also was elected at various times into the Board of Directors of a number of business organizations where he participated in the deliberation of many national issues.
Other designations Being an active civic leader, Punongbayan founded the political party-list Buklod in 2009. He also sits as Trustee for The Nova Foundation, an organization aim at helping Persons with Disability by providing training and employment opportunity. He is also an Honorary Member of the Philippine Society for Quality, Inc., a non-stock and non-profit organization that sets the groundwork for a quality control organization.
He also serves as Director for the International Chamber of Commerce, and Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He was former Governor of the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) and former President of the Association of Certified Public Accountants in Public Practice, Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Rotary Club of Makati East.
Awards and recognitions Awards and commendations
- Outstanding Professional of the Year in the Field of Accountancy, Professional Regulation Commission
- Hall of Fame Awardee, Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA)
- Lifetime Achievement Awardee, Association of Certified Public Accountants in Public Practice
- Most Outstanding CPA in Public Practice, PICPA
- Outstanding Manilan of the Year
- Diamond Jubilee Outstanding Alumnus Award, Far Eastern University
- Anvil Award of Merit for “New Accounting Standards and Income Tax Reporting: A Study of Differences"
(Source: http://en.wikipilipinas.org/index.php?title=Benjamin_Punongbayan)
Alumni support PUP
Punongbayan & Araullo sponsored a new audio-visual room in the Polytechnic University of the Philippines’ College of Accountancy. Shown are (from left) P&A audit division head Jun Cuaresma; PUP vice president Estelita Wi Dela Rosa; dean Ma. Cecilia Mercado; P&A managing partner and chief executive Ma. Victoria Españo; PUP president Emanuel de Guzman; P&A chairman and founder Ben Punongbayan; P&A Grant Thornton executive vice president Paz Malubay; PUP vice president for finance Marissa Legaspi; and PUP chairperson for higher accounting Joy Espino. Punongbayan and Españo are PUP alumni.
(As published in Manila Standard Today, 19 April 2012.)
( Photo courtesy of Punongbayan and Araullo website)
(As published in Manila Standard Today, 19 April 2012.)
( Photo courtesy of Punongbayan and Araullo website)
BETONG SUMAYA
MANILA, Philippines — Despite being the second sole celebrity winner of the recently-concluded "Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Doubles Showdown," Albert "Betong" Sumaya Jr. bears no trace of hubris, as far as first impressions go.
On a recent afternoon, we visited Sumaya in his apartment, where we were scheduled for an interview and photoshoot. "Hi, hello, po," he said casually upon introduction, while he waved a hand.
He gamely posed for photographs during the photoshoot. Afterwards, he went to the dining table, and asked me, "Would you like something or anything to eat or drink?" I declined, since I was neither hungry nor thirsty. We moved to a nearby sofa, where we conducted the interview, complemented by Sumaya’s rather chipper way of talking.
Now, where is this humility coming from? Perhaps it is from the fact that Sumaya came from humble beginnings and has actually worked in TV for a long time—both off-cam and on-cam, enough to be sensitive about everyone’s temperaments.
The Media Man
Sumaya was born in Sampaloc, Manila and grew up in a middle-class household in Antipolo, Rizal. His father is a retired waiter from The Intercontinental Hotel while his mother is an elementary school teacher.
As Sumaya recalls, his family went through a challenging period when they were swindled. "Bumili yung tatay ko ng jeep na pang-pasada and after two years, binenta niya yung jeep. Yung bumili ng jeep, hindi na nagbayad, tinakbuhan kami." Every centavo mattered for Sumaya and his family, since there were also loans to pay.
Yet, the meager family income did not stop Sumaya from finishing college. He graduated with a degree in Filipino, with a minor in Mass Communication, from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP).
In 1996, Sumaya became a production assistant for "The Probe Team." It was a multi-faceted job, where he learned how to set interviews, edit videos, among others. After four years, he was given a chance to flex his writing skills when he wrote an episode for the TV show "I-Witness," when journalist Cheche Lazaro was still part of it.
"Ang Probe Team, para siyang university," shares Sumaya. "Marami kang matutunan. As a producer then, ikaw ang magsusulat, mag-shushoot, ikaw mag-eedit… lahat yun natutunan ko." By chance, Sumaya also gained on-cam exposure by being an actor for reenactment scenes. "Lahat ng producers na nagsusulat, kami ni Love (Añover) ang kinukuha kapag may reenactment scenes, kunwari mga presong baliw or kunwari mga [demonstration of] tips kung paano maiwasan ang sunog… basta [dumating sa point] na lahat ng reenactment scenes sa amin na naka-toka."
From 2004 up to 2005, he hosted "Lakas Magsasaka," an infotainment show geared for farmers. Eventually, he became a correspondent for the TV show "Kay Susan Tayo," until a slew of hosting stints came his way for GMA 7’s different shows. It was in TV hosting where he made the word "Amazing!" a memorable punchline, something he would insert between phrases for an entertaining twist.
Surviving "Survivor"
Sumaya has been a fan of the Philippine franchise of "Survivor." One day, he, along with his best friend and fellow TV personality Maey Bautista, received a text message asking them if they were interested in joining "Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Doubles Showdown." He says, "Hindi na ako nag-dalawang isip."
For the show, Sumaya and Bautista went through medical exams, pictorials, physical and mental tests. The two friends also religiously watched all seasons of the US version of "Survivor" to prepare. "Nag-aral din kami mag-swimming, tumatakbo-takbo din kami, nagbawas kami sa pagkain… hindi namin kaya yung mga hardcore na workout eh," he says.
Pre-show preparations, however, can only take one so far. Sumaya and Bautista were taken somewhere in Palawan, where they would be filmed along with other castaways for 40 days. Life on the show was not easy, considering the castaways barely had access to modern amenities such as a clean set of clothes to change in.
Despite a challenging lifestsyle in the show, Sumaya managed to impress viewers with his funny antics and positive attitude. He credits the help of his best friend Bautista for having a lighthearted perspective. "Malakas siya emotionally eh… hindi naging mahirap sa akin kasi may kasama akong magpatawa. Hindi kami masyadong nag-effort actually. We just wanted to have fun… yung mga kasama namin, kinakausap kami in English, so kami tumatakbo kami pagkakausapin kami, and nakukuha na pala kami sa camera, yung mga sinasabi namin na, ‘My God, my nose is bleeding.’ Hindi kami nag-eeffort magpatawa kasi ganoon talaga kami."
On his winning secret, Sumaya says that it’s not just about physical strength that got him through the show. It’s also about establishing genuine friendships with other castaways. "Hindi man ako strong physically, ginamit ko na lang yung puso ko sa paglalaro. Masasabi ko na hindi kami naging pabigat ni Maey," he discloses. "It was a worthwhile experience, something that’s life-changing, weight-changing and body-changing because I lost 30lbs, pero [feeling] ko bumalik na."
After "Survivor", Sumaya has resumed his numerous duties for the GMA Network. He is an executive producer for "Day Off," and he also continues to do hosting jobs for shows like "Unang Hirit," "Ang Pinaka" and "Tamang Balita" as well as guest appearances on "Eat Bulaga" and "Bubble Gang."
He is optimistic about his future. "Of course, I really look forward to whatever opportunity will be given to me in the media industry," he says. "Habang may buhay, may pag-asa."
( Betong Sumaya: The Amazing Survivor By EUGENE Y. SANTOS)
On a recent afternoon, we visited Sumaya in his apartment, where we were scheduled for an interview and photoshoot. "Hi, hello, po," he said casually upon introduction, while he waved a hand.
He gamely posed for photographs during the photoshoot. Afterwards, he went to the dining table, and asked me, "Would you like something or anything to eat or drink?" I declined, since I was neither hungry nor thirsty. We moved to a nearby sofa, where we conducted the interview, complemented by Sumaya’s rather chipper way of talking.
Now, where is this humility coming from? Perhaps it is from the fact that Sumaya came from humble beginnings and has actually worked in TV for a long time—both off-cam and on-cam, enough to be sensitive about everyone’s temperaments.
The Media Man
Sumaya was born in Sampaloc, Manila and grew up in a middle-class household in Antipolo, Rizal. His father is a retired waiter from The Intercontinental Hotel while his mother is an elementary school teacher.
As Sumaya recalls, his family went through a challenging period when they were swindled. "Bumili yung tatay ko ng jeep na pang-pasada and after two years, binenta niya yung jeep. Yung bumili ng jeep, hindi na nagbayad, tinakbuhan kami." Every centavo mattered for Sumaya and his family, since there were also loans to pay.
Yet, the meager family income did not stop Sumaya from finishing college. He graduated with a degree in Filipino, with a minor in Mass Communication, from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP).
In 1996, Sumaya became a production assistant for "The Probe Team." It was a multi-faceted job, where he learned how to set interviews, edit videos, among others. After four years, he was given a chance to flex his writing skills when he wrote an episode for the TV show "I-Witness," when journalist Cheche Lazaro was still part of it.
"Ang Probe Team, para siyang university," shares Sumaya. "Marami kang matutunan. As a producer then, ikaw ang magsusulat, mag-shushoot, ikaw mag-eedit… lahat yun natutunan ko." By chance, Sumaya also gained on-cam exposure by being an actor for reenactment scenes. "Lahat ng producers na nagsusulat, kami ni Love (Añover) ang kinukuha kapag may reenactment scenes, kunwari mga presong baliw or kunwari mga [demonstration of] tips kung paano maiwasan ang sunog… basta [dumating sa point] na lahat ng reenactment scenes sa amin na naka-toka."
From 2004 up to 2005, he hosted "Lakas Magsasaka," an infotainment show geared for farmers. Eventually, he became a correspondent for the TV show "Kay Susan Tayo," until a slew of hosting stints came his way for GMA 7’s different shows. It was in TV hosting where he made the word "Amazing!" a memorable punchline, something he would insert between phrases for an entertaining twist.
Surviving "Survivor"
Sumaya has been a fan of the Philippine franchise of "Survivor." One day, he, along with his best friend and fellow TV personality Maey Bautista, received a text message asking them if they were interested in joining "Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Doubles Showdown." He says, "Hindi na ako nag-dalawang isip."
For the show, Sumaya and Bautista went through medical exams, pictorials, physical and mental tests. The two friends also religiously watched all seasons of the US version of "Survivor" to prepare. "Nag-aral din kami mag-swimming, tumatakbo-takbo din kami, nagbawas kami sa pagkain… hindi namin kaya yung mga hardcore na workout eh," he says.
Pre-show preparations, however, can only take one so far. Sumaya and Bautista were taken somewhere in Palawan, where they would be filmed along with other castaways for 40 days. Life on the show was not easy, considering the castaways barely had access to modern amenities such as a clean set of clothes to change in.
Despite a challenging lifestsyle in the show, Sumaya managed to impress viewers with his funny antics and positive attitude. He credits the help of his best friend Bautista for having a lighthearted perspective. "Malakas siya emotionally eh… hindi naging mahirap sa akin kasi may kasama akong magpatawa. Hindi kami masyadong nag-effort actually. We just wanted to have fun… yung mga kasama namin, kinakausap kami in English, so kami tumatakbo kami pagkakausapin kami, and nakukuha na pala kami sa camera, yung mga sinasabi namin na, ‘My God, my nose is bleeding.’ Hindi kami nag-eeffort magpatawa kasi ganoon talaga kami."
On his winning secret, Sumaya says that it’s not just about physical strength that got him through the show. It’s also about establishing genuine friendships with other castaways. "Hindi man ako strong physically, ginamit ko na lang yung puso ko sa paglalaro. Masasabi ko na hindi kami naging pabigat ni Maey," he discloses. "It was a worthwhile experience, something that’s life-changing, weight-changing and body-changing because I lost 30lbs, pero [feeling] ko bumalik na."
After "Survivor", Sumaya has resumed his numerous duties for the GMA Network. He is an executive producer for "Day Off," and he also continues to do hosting jobs for shows like "Unang Hirit," "Ang Pinaka" and "Tamang Balita" as well as guest appearances on "Eat Bulaga" and "Bubble Gang."
He is optimistic about his future. "Of course, I really look forward to whatever opportunity will be given to me in the media industry," he says. "Habang may buhay, may pag-asa."
( Betong Sumaya: The Amazing Survivor By EUGENE Y. SANTOS)
Architect Royal Christopher Lopez Pineda
A product and from a family of academes, Philippine licensed Architect Royal Christopher Lopez Pineda completed his Bachelor of Science in Architecture at Polytechnic University of the Philippines under the Japan-Philippines cooperation university program. He acquired his professional training and exposure from years 1997 to 2002 under the firm of the Philippine’s National Artist for Architecture Leandro V. Locsin, Partners. Exposed to designing challenging and edifice structures commissioned to the firm, Arch. Royal Pineda got to acquire and learn the trade of the professional practice of the industry, both the structure of its Science and its Arts.
Honed and developed in international design standards and professionalism and given the opportunities to be involved in his previous firm’s major projects under the administration of Locsin’s managing partner and his mentor Arch. Edgardo Ledesma. Arch. Royal Pineda comprehensively worked and collaborated with his counselor and colleagues during his whole post in the company. He took pleasure being in the furnace of his career foundation during these early years.
In his pursuit and vision on contributing his design approach and his own principles in architecture, he decided to merge with one of the Philippine’s best creative minds, interior and furniture designer, Budji Layug.
As a major progressive career step, Arch. Royal Pineda believes that it was also time to create and bring his practice of the profession to a new and different dimension, to live and be able to do and perform the real essence of being an architect… to design, to innovate and to evolve.
Now, as the architect and the managing partner at Budji Layug + Royal Pineda Design Architects. He is putting into reality his visions of creating modern and tropical creations that can truly carry the soul of the evolving Filipino designs, making it tropical and yet a global architecture. He is creating spaces and environments that addresses the present issues and solving them with the most basic and logical solutions. Making his architecture modern, monastic and tropical in style. Architect Pineda and his partnership with Budji Layug created a fortified synergy that reinforces and revitalizes the firms design dynamism. The continuous years of collaboration of both partners have defined and established the company’s integrity and approach, making it one of the most prominent proponents of Modern Tropical Design in the country and in Asia. Architect Pineda is disciplined to envision and create total design which the company is also known for. From master planning, architecture, interior design, furniture design and landscape design. With the present company Budji Layug + Royal Pineda Design Architects, he already have designed different projects in major cities like Beijing, Hong Kong, Singapore, India, Malaysia, Indonesia Australia, United states of America, France, Germany, and Thailand.
( Photos and story taken from http://budjiroyal.com/about-royal.php)
Honed and developed in international design standards and professionalism and given the opportunities to be involved in his previous firm’s major projects under the administration of Locsin’s managing partner and his mentor Arch. Edgardo Ledesma. Arch. Royal Pineda comprehensively worked and collaborated with his counselor and colleagues during his whole post in the company. He took pleasure being in the furnace of his career foundation during these early years.
In his pursuit and vision on contributing his design approach and his own principles in architecture, he decided to merge with one of the Philippine’s best creative minds, interior and furniture designer, Budji Layug.
As a major progressive career step, Arch. Royal Pineda believes that it was also time to create and bring his practice of the profession to a new and different dimension, to live and be able to do and perform the real essence of being an architect… to design, to innovate and to evolve.
Now, as the architect and the managing partner at Budji Layug + Royal Pineda Design Architects. He is putting into reality his visions of creating modern and tropical creations that can truly carry the soul of the evolving Filipino designs, making it tropical and yet a global architecture. He is creating spaces and environments that addresses the present issues and solving them with the most basic and logical solutions. Making his architecture modern, monastic and tropical in style. Architect Pineda and his partnership with Budji Layug created a fortified synergy that reinforces and revitalizes the firms design dynamism. The continuous years of collaboration of both partners have defined and established the company’s integrity and approach, making it one of the most prominent proponents of Modern Tropical Design in the country and in Asia. Architect Pineda is disciplined to envision and create total design which the company is also known for. From master planning, architecture, interior design, furniture design and landscape design. With the present company Budji Layug + Royal Pineda Design Architects, he already have designed different projects in major cities like Beijing, Hong Kong, Singapore, India, Malaysia, Indonesia Australia, United states of America, France, Germany, and Thailand.
( Photos and story taken from http://budjiroyal.com/about-royal.php)
Steve Dailisan, Reporter of GMA 7 and GMA News TV
Rowena Salvacion, DZBB Field Reporter, Journalism graduate of PUP
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Michael "Pekto" Nacua
Mike “Pekto” Nacua Mike “Pekto” Nacua is a true-blooded PUPian.
Real talent is not hard to find in Cebu. Cebuanos are known to be vibrant people with a zest for life. It’s amazing how many Cebuanos have emerged to shine in the limelight – just like Mike Nacua, or better known as, “Pekto”.
Many of the television viewers may be unaware that the “Pekto” they know as a funny man is actually a true-blood Cebuano. Born on June 14, 1973, this boy grew up to be quick-witted and naturally amusing guy.
His first big break in his acting career started when he took part in the comedic duo of “Cookie” and “Belle” in the top rating gag show, Nuts Entertainment. When asked how he landed in show business, he claims that it was all accidental as he was constantly asked to participate as an “extra” while running as an Art Director in ABC 5 Art Department. The turning point of his life was when he was recognized as Pekto and Mike.
Playing the role of Cookie in Nuts Entertainment, he made his presence felt among several distinguished comedians and impressed the viewing audience. His tandem with Belli Flori (John Feir) brought spectators rolling with laughter as together they delivered hilarious spiels and dressed in funny guises and outfits. He admitted to buying his own female wardrobe and wig to use in the set as he imitated a gay role.
Unknown to many, Pekto is very versatile in his craft. He is able to change roles from being a stand-up comedian to a dramatic actor. In fact, he was able to tape an episode in Magpakailanman.
From being a comedian, he has explored the world of hosting. He is the co-host of Carmina Villaroel in Day Off, a Philippine reality/lifestyle show. This program awards ordinary people with a day off from their job as the hosts fill in the shoes of individuals in various occupations. The program airs in GMA News TV channel.
His flair for natural humor and wit has gained him popularity. He advises aspiring artists to keep a humble heart even when they have reached the peak of their success. Truly, Pekto is one Cebuano we ought to be proud of.
Mike "Pekto" Nacua (2003–2008) - was discovered by Joey De Leon, meanwhile, Nacua was a former segment host of a defunct ABC-5 (now TV5) Gag Show, "Wow Mali" later "Wow Maling Mali
Source: http://www.everythingcebu.com/cebuanos/mike-pekto-nacua/
Real talent is not hard to find in Cebu. Cebuanos are known to be vibrant people with a zest for life. It’s amazing how many Cebuanos have emerged to shine in the limelight – just like Mike Nacua, or better known as, “Pekto”.
Many of the television viewers may be unaware that the “Pekto” they know as a funny man is actually a true-blood Cebuano. Born on June 14, 1973, this boy grew up to be quick-witted and naturally amusing guy.
His first big break in his acting career started when he took part in the comedic duo of “Cookie” and “Belle” in the top rating gag show, Nuts Entertainment. When asked how he landed in show business, he claims that it was all accidental as he was constantly asked to participate as an “extra” while running as an Art Director in ABC 5 Art Department. The turning point of his life was when he was recognized as Pekto and Mike.
Playing the role of Cookie in Nuts Entertainment, he made his presence felt among several distinguished comedians and impressed the viewing audience. His tandem with Belli Flori (John Feir) brought spectators rolling with laughter as together they delivered hilarious spiels and dressed in funny guises and outfits. He admitted to buying his own female wardrobe and wig to use in the set as he imitated a gay role.
Unknown to many, Pekto is very versatile in his craft. He is able to change roles from being a stand-up comedian to a dramatic actor. In fact, he was able to tape an episode in Magpakailanman.
From being a comedian, he has explored the world of hosting. He is the co-host of Carmina Villaroel in Day Off, a Philippine reality/lifestyle show. This program awards ordinary people with a day off from their job as the hosts fill in the shoes of individuals in various occupations. The program airs in GMA News TV channel.
His flair for natural humor and wit has gained him popularity. He advises aspiring artists to keep a humble heart even when they have reached the peak of their success. Truly, Pekto is one Cebuano we ought to be proud of.
Mike "Pekto" Nacua (2003–2008) - was discovered by Joey De Leon, meanwhile, Nacua was a former segment host of a defunct ABC-5 (now TV5) Gag Show, "Wow Mali" later "Wow Maling Mali
Source: http://www.everythingcebu.com/cebuanos/mike-pekto-nacua/
Jaime FlorCruz
Jaime FlorCruz, one of the most distinguished journalists in the world, graduated with a degree in advertising from PUP in 1971. FlorCruz is currently CNN’s Beijing Bureau Chief, the highest international journalism post ever achieved by a Filipino. He was a two-term president of the 200-member Foreign Correspondents’s Club of China (1988-90;1996-1999) and was the first non-American Edward R. Murrow Press Fellow at the Council of Foreign Relations. Prior to CNN, FlorCruz was TIME’s Beijing bureau chief.
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LOVE ANOVER
This energetic reporter of UNANG HIRIT and host of HANEPBUHAY and Go Negosyo TV, shows being aired at GMA 7 and GMA News TV respectively, is a proud PUP graduate. Her constant appearance on these shows not only reinvigorate the spirit of TV viewers but it also constantly inspires PUPIANs who look up to her as a model.
Her standout energy and continuous love for learning make PUP one of the most notable universities in the Philippines.
( Photo courtesy of Love Anover's Facebook Account)
Her standout energy and continuous love for learning make PUP one of the most notable universities in the Philippines.
( Photo courtesy of Love Anover's Facebook Account)
Weng dela Fuente, Host of Homepage, Net 25 TV
The Many Faces-And Roles-Of Marc Logan
MANILA, January 10, 2004 (STAR) FUNFARE By Ricardo F. Lo - Curtain-raisers:
You hear him Monday through Friday on the Balitang Kyut segment of ABS-CBN’s TV Patrol and you have no choice but listen to his unique way of reporting; it’s a style all his own, something he himself "invented" and didn’t learn from any book or tutor.
"I became a TV reporter by accident," Marc Logan loves to tell anybody who asks. "It was in 1997 and I was new at ABS-CBN, manning the news desk. One time, (field reporter) JV Villar was absent and I was forced to take over. I covered an incident involving a man who was trying to commit suicide by jumping from the roof of a house. I saw a ‘comic’ angle in the situation and I decided to gave my coverage a ‘light’ touch without trivializing the incident. Then TV Patrol host (and now Sen.) Noli de Castro liked what I did."
And the rest is history.
We now hear that one-of-a-kind voice in Mga Kuwentong Kanta ni Marc Logan, a 12-track album released in November last year by Alpha Music including the singles Scratch Mo Baby and Galaw Galaw which are now often heard in the airlanes (and record bars).
People invariably ask Marc why he did the album for Alpha Music and not for Star Records which is a sister company of ABS-CBN/Star Cinema.
"For courtesy," said Marc who started his journalism career with the defunct Times Journal and People’s Journal, covering the police beat. "Buddy (de Vera), head of Alpha Music, broached the idea to me as early as two years ago but I begged off. Sabi ko, ‘Huwag muna.’ I asked him to give me some time."
Buddy’s son, Alvin (who’s helping run the company), said that they got interested in Marc because of his antics on TV and the interesting way he delivers the news.
"Walang katulad," said Alvin. "Nagiisa siya."
The album is a combination of rap, poetry-reading and singing.
But unlike most rappers, Marc stays away from sex-oriented and double-meaning lyrics. Scratch Mo Baby, for instance, is not what you think it implies.
"The song is all about losing cellphone credit and load at the height of an important conversation," explained Marc. "In the song, I’m reaching out for my extra load in one of my pockets and eight female fans notice me and think I’m getting itchy (nangangati). So they take turns in rubbing me all over, including areas they should never touch. The kicker of the song is, I must admit, a bit naughty, ‘Oops, teka, nangangate, scratch mo baby’ and ‘Sige pa, sige pa, kakamutin.’ It’s only at the end of the song will you know na pre-paid card pala ang gusto kong scratchin."
You wonder, does Marc have any background in music?
The answer is yes.
"I used to compose songs when I was in high school. When I was in college at PUP, I won first prize in the Inter-Collegiate Singing Contest, held nationwide. I sang Once Upon a Life, a Gary Valenciano song."
One of the songs on the album, Gabay, was written by Marc himself for his children Justin, 13, and Mara, 11.
His work as TV Patrol segment host surely enhances his new role as a recording artist (he signed a three-year, three-album contract with Alpha Music). Anywhere he goes for the album promo, Marc is easily recognized by fans. His face and his voice are familiar to the public and they help sell his album.
"In Mindanao," said Marc, "Scratch Mo Baby and Galaw Galaw are very popular. People sing lines from them when they see me."
It was also his unique voice that has led to guesting stints in such TV shows as Whattamen, Da Body en da Guard and Home Along da Riles.
Now, after embarking on a recording career, will Marc dare try out the movies?
"Why not?" he smiled.
Yeah, why not?
If Marc Logan can be a smash hit as a TV reporter and now a recording star, why can’t he be as a movie comedian?
Marc Logan has, indeed, arrived.
(Article courtesy of Philippine Star: E-mail reactions at [email protected])
You hear him Monday through Friday on the Balitang Kyut segment of ABS-CBN’s TV Patrol and you have no choice but listen to his unique way of reporting; it’s a style all his own, something he himself "invented" and didn’t learn from any book or tutor.
"I became a TV reporter by accident," Marc Logan loves to tell anybody who asks. "It was in 1997 and I was new at ABS-CBN, manning the news desk. One time, (field reporter) JV Villar was absent and I was forced to take over. I covered an incident involving a man who was trying to commit suicide by jumping from the roof of a house. I saw a ‘comic’ angle in the situation and I decided to gave my coverage a ‘light’ touch without trivializing the incident. Then TV Patrol host (and now Sen.) Noli de Castro liked what I did."
And the rest is history.
We now hear that one-of-a-kind voice in Mga Kuwentong Kanta ni Marc Logan, a 12-track album released in November last year by Alpha Music including the singles Scratch Mo Baby and Galaw Galaw which are now often heard in the airlanes (and record bars).
People invariably ask Marc why he did the album for Alpha Music and not for Star Records which is a sister company of ABS-CBN/Star Cinema.
"For courtesy," said Marc who started his journalism career with the defunct Times Journal and People’s Journal, covering the police beat. "Buddy (de Vera), head of Alpha Music, broached the idea to me as early as two years ago but I begged off. Sabi ko, ‘Huwag muna.’ I asked him to give me some time."
Buddy’s son, Alvin (who’s helping run the company), said that they got interested in Marc because of his antics on TV and the interesting way he delivers the news.
"Walang katulad," said Alvin. "Nagiisa siya."
The album is a combination of rap, poetry-reading and singing.
But unlike most rappers, Marc stays away from sex-oriented and double-meaning lyrics. Scratch Mo Baby, for instance, is not what you think it implies.
"The song is all about losing cellphone credit and load at the height of an important conversation," explained Marc. "In the song, I’m reaching out for my extra load in one of my pockets and eight female fans notice me and think I’m getting itchy (nangangati). So they take turns in rubbing me all over, including areas they should never touch. The kicker of the song is, I must admit, a bit naughty, ‘Oops, teka, nangangate, scratch mo baby’ and ‘Sige pa, sige pa, kakamutin.’ It’s only at the end of the song will you know na pre-paid card pala ang gusto kong scratchin."
You wonder, does Marc have any background in music?
The answer is yes.
"I used to compose songs when I was in high school. When I was in college at PUP, I won first prize in the Inter-Collegiate Singing Contest, held nationwide. I sang Once Upon a Life, a Gary Valenciano song."
One of the songs on the album, Gabay, was written by Marc himself for his children Justin, 13, and Mara, 11.
His work as TV Patrol segment host surely enhances his new role as a recording artist (he signed a three-year, three-album contract with Alpha Music). Anywhere he goes for the album promo, Marc is easily recognized by fans. His face and his voice are familiar to the public and they help sell his album.
"In Mindanao," said Marc, "Scratch Mo Baby and Galaw Galaw are very popular. People sing lines from them when they see me."
It was also his unique voice that has led to guesting stints in such TV shows as Whattamen, Da Body en da Guard and Home Along da Riles.
Now, after embarking on a recording career, will Marc dare try out the movies?
"Why not?" he smiled.
Yeah, why not?
If Marc Logan can be a smash hit as a TV reporter and now a recording star, why can’t he be as a movie comedian?
Marc Logan has, indeed, arrived.
(Article courtesy of Philippine Star: E-mail reactions at [email protected])
Moymoy Palaboy
Moymoy Palaboy is a Filipino comic and singing duo known for their uploaded lip sync videos in YouTube. The duo consists of the Obeso brothers, James Ronald (a.k.a. Moymoy, born on July 17, 1983, in Pasay City) and Rodfil (a.k.a. Roadfill, born on August 28, 1985, in Pasay City). They are now GMA Network contract artists.[1] [edit] Biographies Before James and Rodfil's career started, their mother, Nenita Obeso was stricken with breast cancer. When she died in 2006, their aunt, Benny Obeso (fondly called Mama Auntie by her nephews) took them in.
The brothers went to the same public elementary and high schools in Pasay City. For their college education, they both attended the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. James majored in Broadcasting, but dropped out of college to find a job and help his mother. His brother Rodfil finished a Business Management course and used to work as an in-house sales representative at the Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company (PLDT). Rodfil loves to sing at videoke bars, play computer games and electronic gadgets.
James Ronald auditioned for Star In A Million but he failed to qualify. He used to perform in a band named Pasionista, until he decided to leave the band to join a television show with his younger brother.
Career The brothers started to upload their lip synch videos via YouTube in 2007. In 2008, their videos and their YouTube profile garnered over 5 million hits and they have more than 130,000 subscribers from all over the world. Most Mexicans, Americans and Filipinos gave positive remarks for the duo's uploaded videos.[2][3] Most of their videos were shot at home, as seen in the background, where their aunt Mama Auntie also appears. They use their laptop and cellphone cameras to shoot the videos. Aside from their aunt, other guests who appeared in their videos include their friends and Philippine TV celebrities. Among their most popular YouTube videos are Wanna Be (by Spice Girls) and MariMar (by Thalía).
The duo made their first TV appearance in GMA Network's Bubble Gang on June 27, 2008; they are now regulars in that show. Aside from Bubble Gang, they have been seen in MTV Campus Crashers.[4] In their TV interviews, their real voices were masked using high-pitched tones or other voices through the microphone so that their real voices would remain a mystery.
Due to their popularity, they are now contract artists in GMA Artist Center and recently appearing as regulars in SOP Rules.[5][6] The duo became recording artists and they have their first song, Kapit (Dayo soundtrack), in which they used their real singing voices.[7][8] In March 2009, they released their own debut album entitled Uploaded under Sony BMG and their first single is Lumayo Ka Man sa Laklak, a parody where the lyrics of The Teeth's song "Laklak" is sung to the tune of Rodel Naval's classic song "Lumayo Ka Man Sa Akin".[9]
The duo have revealed their real voices for the first time in a March 20, 2009, episode of Bubble Gang in which they watched the IyoTube segment featuring the impersonators called "Mokmok Palabok". This marked the first acting stint of the duo on television. Also the duo is now working with their real-life friend Aljur Abrenica and his partner Kris Bernal in the latest soap All My Life, which is their first primetime show on television.
On March 26, 2009, YouTube account moymoypalaboy, the duo's YouTube account that started their popularity was suspended. YouTube claimed it was due to copyright infringement. Although the duo's lipsync videos of themselves were original, the songs used weren't theirs.[10] A new Youtube account was created that same day called moymoypalaboyteam. The original "moymoypalaboy" YouTube account was eventually reactivated on April 8, 2009.
In September 2010, the brothers were featured in an ad for Coca Cola called 'Coca Cola Brrrr'.
Their videos have been posted by other Spanish-speaking users without giving them any credit.
TV Shows and Films
Movies
The brothers went to the same public elementary and high schools in Pasay City. For their college education, they both attended the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. James majored in Broadcasting, but dropped out of college to find a job and help his mother. His brother Rodfil finished a Business Management course and used to work as an in-house sales representative at the Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company (PLDT). Rodfil loves to sing at videoke bars, play computer games and electronic gadgets.
James Ronald auditioned for Star In A Million but he failed to qualify. He used to perform in a band named Pasionista, until he decided to leave the band to join a television show with his younger brother.
Career The brothers started to upload their lip synch videos via YouTube in 2007. In 2008, their videos and their YouTube profile garnered over 5 million hits and they have more than 130,000 subscribers from all over the world. Most Mexicans, Americans and Filipinos gave positive remarks for the duo's uploaded videos.[2][3] Most of their videos were shot at home, as seen in the background, where their aunt Mama Auntie also appears. They use their laptop and cellphone cameras to shoot the videos. Aside from their aunt, other guests who appeared in their videos include their friends and Philippine TV celebrities. Among their most popular YouTube videos are Wanna Be (by Spice Girls) and MariMar (by Thalía).
The duo made their first TV appearance in GMA Network's Bubble Gang on June 27, 2008; they are now regulars in that show. Aside from Bubble Gang, they have been seen in MTV Campus Crashers.[4] In their TV interviews, their real voices were masked using high-pitched tones or other voices through the microphone so that their real voices would remain a mystery.
Due to their popularity, they are now contract artists in GMA Artist Center and recently appearing as regulars in SOP Rules.[5][6] The duo became recording artists and they have their first song, Kapit (Dayo soundtrack), in which they used their real singing voices.[7][8] In March 2009, they released their own debut album entitled Uploaded under Sony BMG and their first single is Lumayo Ka Man sa Laklak, a parody where the lyrics of The Teeth's song "Laklak" is sung to the tune of Rodel Naval's classic song "Lumayo Ka Man Sa Akin".[9]
The duo have revealed their real voices for the first time in a March 20, 2009, episode of Bubble Gang in which they watched the IyoTube segment featuring the impersonators called "Mokmok Palabok". This marked the first acting stint of the duo on television. Also the duo is now working with their real-life friend Aljur Abrenica and his partner Kris Bernal in the latest soap All My Life, which is their first primetime show on television.
On March 26, 2009, YouTube account moymoypalaboy, the duo's YouTube account that started their popularity was suspended. YouTube claimed it was due to copyright infringement. Although the duo's lipsync videos of themselves were original, the songs used weren't theirs.[10] A new Youtube account was created that same day called moymoypalaboyteam. The original "moymoypalaboy" YouTube account was eventually reactivated on April 8, 2009.
In September 2010, the brothers were featured in an ad for Coca Cola called 'Coca Cola Brrrr'.
Their videos have been posted by other Spanish-speaking users without giving them any credit.
TV Shows and Films
- Bubble Gang
- SOP Rules
- Maynila - themselves
- MTV: Campus Crashers
- All My Life - Toto and Caloy
- Party Pilipinas
- Diva - themselves
- Spooky Nights Presents: The Ringtone (2011) - 2 Clowns (GMA Network)
Movies
- Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia - Tiyanaks (special voice guests)
- Father Jejemon (2010)
Atty. Nyerson Dexter Tito Quilala Tualla
2005 Bar Topnotcher
During the last decades, the Polytechnic University of the Philippines has been turning rough rocks into gems. Recently P.U.P took pride in the personality of Atty. Nyerson Dexter Tito Quilala Tualla. He took Bachelor in Political Science with Specialization in International Relations, graduated in 2001.
Atty. Tualla had an array of academic achievements. He is a dean’s scholar from 1997 to 2001 and an Antler Awardee for the year 2000, an award given to outstanding CEFP student. He also won numerous Quiz Bees, and graduated with flying colors, cum laude.
His learning as well as his achievements never stops. He studied Bachelor of Laws at the Manuel L. Quezon University School of Law. Moreover, in the 2005 Bar Examinations, Atty. Tualla landed into fourth in the Bar Exams joining graduates of top law schools in the country.
At present, he is a corporate lawyer at the National Power Corporation.
Atty. Nyerson Dexter Tito Quilala Tualla, a brilliant lawyer, a product of a state university and definitely a proud PUPian.
Sa panulat ni Ms. Lilibeth F. Javines
( source: www.kilospup.wordpress.com)
Atty. Tualla had an array of academic achievements. He is a dean’s scholar from 1997 to 2001 and an Antler Awardee for the year 2000, an award given to outstanding CEFP student. He also won numerous Quiz Bees, and graduated with flying colors, cum laude.
His learning as well as his achievements never stops. He studied Bachelor of Laws at the Manuel L. Quezon University School of Law. Moreover, in the 2005 Bar Examinations, Atty. Tualla landed into fourth in the Bar Exams joining graduates of top law schools in the country.
At present, he is a corporate lawyer at the National Power Corporation.
Atty. Nyerson Dexter Tito Quilala Tualla, a brilliant lawyer, a product of a state university and definitely a proud PUPian.
Sa panulat ni Ms. Lilibeth F. Javines
( source: www.kilospup.wordpress.com)
Rey Danseco
Rey Danseco is a Filipino sports editor, journalist, television commentator-host for boxing events and international boxing judge and reporter. His full name is Reynante Noscal Danseco.
He is the sports editor of the Philippines leading daily called Bagong Tiktik (The New Spy) since 2002, editor of www.boxrec.com and staff writer of American boxing website www.boxingscene.com.
He was a boxing writer/contributor for Philippine Daily Inquirer from 2003 to 2004 and Manila Times from 2004 to 2006. He was also connected with other dailies, such as Bulgar (Expose), Saksi (Witness), and Balita (News) as reporter and served as sports editor of Init sa Balita and Arangkada newspapers from 1998 to 2000.
The boxing host/commentator/analyst of Elorde boxing programs that aired over RPN 9, IBC 13, and NBN 4 since 1999 and the solo host of Elorde TV Boxing of ABC 5 in 2006. He's back in television. His new TV program titled ELORDE BOXING TOUR airs over NBN Channel 4, every 3-4 pm Saturday. The program is under Elorde International Productions of Gabriel "Bebot" Elorde Jr, eldest son of the former World Boxing Council and World Boxing Association super featherweight champion Gabriel "Flash" Elorde. From 2003 to 2004, he worked as anchorman at Sports Radio (918 kHz) for "Sports Columnist on Air" program.
He worked as judge in international boxing championships in the Philippines and Japan, including the fight of Gerry Penalosa for WBF super flyweight championship fight in Manila and the Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation light flyweight title bout between Filipino champion Juanito Rubillar and Japanese challenger Ken Nakajima at Nishinari Ward in Osaka, Japan.
On June 14, he made history to become the first Filipino boxing judge to work in Mexico. Manila Standard Today from the Philippines reported "World Boxing Council (WBC) president José Sulaimán has commended Filipino journalist/judge Rey Danseco for his performance in the title eliminator between Juanito Rubilllar and former world champion Omar Niño" and the North American Boxing Federation super flyweight title fight between unbeaten Adrian Hernandez and Eric Ortiz at the Palacio de los Deportes.
Columnist Ronnie Nathanielz wrote in his column June 18 "...But like we said, you win some and you lose some and we were personally elated that journalist/judge Rey Danseco, despite the shared misgivings of WBC president Don José Sulaimán and myself, performed admirably and fairly despite being a close friend of both manager/promoter Bebot Elorde and Rubillar. Don Jose himself spoke to us from his home in Mexico City saying Danseco did "a very good job as a judge in two fights. I was happily surprised." So are we. And while the Rubillar-Omar Nino fight was not very exciting we congratulate Rubillar on his win in Mexico and Danseco for his performance as a judge because he earned our respect – if it means anything to him – and the respect of fight fans even in Mexico and most of all our esteemed friend Don José Sulaimán."
Like the commendations and praises on reports and columns about Danseco's performance in the two fights in Mexico City, Yahoo and Philippine Star reported a positive note. Columnist/reporter Juaquin "Quinito" Henson interviewed Danseco on board the Philippine Airlines from Los Angeles, California on June 30 prior to his arrival in Manila on July 2 (Philippine time). On July 4, the story on Danseco's arrival in his native country was on newspaper and internet website Yahoo.
It was read "...Elorde and sportswriter Rey Danseco, who was a judge in the Rubillar-Romero fight, flew back to Manila the other day.... Danseco scored it, 116-114, and American judge Steve Morrow, 114-113, both for Rubillar. Mexican judge Herminio Cuevas Collazo saw it, 118-111, for Romero. Danseco, who was a judge in Gerry Peñalosa's seventh round knockout over Bangsaen Sithpraprom for the WBF superflyweight title in Manila in 2004, said there was no doubt in anyone's mind, except perhaps Collazo's, that Rubillar deserved to win. Danseco was paid a $1,300 fee to judge the Rubillar-Romero fight and another bout on the card, the North American Boxing Federation flyweight title bout between Eric Ortiz and Adrian Hernandez that ended in a fifth round technical draw. WBC president José Sulaimán assigned Danseco to be a judge in both fights."
From Mexico, Danseco spent a two-week vacation in Northern California, particularly in Hollywood, Glendale, Rowland Heights, Cerritos, and La Hambra, Stockton, San Francisco and Daly City. Then, he was the only Manila-based Sports Editor that covered at ringside Manny Pacquiao's destruction of defending champion David Diaz for the WBC lightweight title at the posh Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.
Straight from Top Rank's president Bob Arum instruction to Scott Ghertner, the Director o Sports and Promotions of MGM-Mirage, Danseco exceptionally took his accreditation to cover the Pacquiao-Diaz collision after the official weigh-in or on the day before the fight despite the line-up of mediamen was already on its final lists. Biography Danseco was born in the municipality of Calauag in the province of Quezon, Philippines. Third of four siblings of Renato Olviga Danseco and Amada Fernandez Noscal, a retired high school teacher at Calauag Central College (CCC) and eldest daughter of educator Juan Requina Noscal of Lopez, Quezon and Glecilda Fernandez of Calauag.
His late father, known as Ato and/or Totoy to his friends, kin and townmates was the eldest of the 10 siblings of Vice Mayor Lope Caña Danseco and Francisca "Iska" Olviga Danseco both of Calauag. He was the Municipal Secretary of Calauag.
Rey attended pre-school at St. Peter's Kindergarten in Calauag. He took his Primary School with honors (1980–1986) and finished the Secondary School at CCC.
He was a consistent honor student in elementary school and received a "Loyalty Award" for finishing his elementary and High School education at the same school. He was an active participant in extra curricular activities. He was a member of CCC Sinag Lahi Dance Troupe from Elementary until High School that is why he along with his few fellow dancers received the Terpsichorean Arts Award. He represented CCC in various sports events in several competitions. He was an undefeated table tennis bet of CCC during his time in High school and member of Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) champion team in table tennis competition of 1997 National Capital Region Athletic Association. A boy scout, he was also a drill commander and Company Commander in the Citizen's Army Training and Staffer of the CCC's official organ, The Torch.
He took up vocational course at Systems Technology Institute before he earned his Mass Communications, Major in Journalism degree at PUP in Sta. Mesa, Manila.
Collegiate Experience
He appeared in "Pacquiao: The Movie", a true to life story of World Boxing Council lightweigt champion Manny Pacquiao, as the live TV commentator during Pacquiao's (played by Filipino actor Jericho Rosales fights in the movie. ABS-CBN and FLT Films co-produced the movie.
( source: www.wikipedia.com)
He is the sports editor of the Philippines leading daily called Bagong Tiktik (The New Spy) since 2002, editor of www.boxrec.com and staff writer of American boxing website www.boxingscene.com.
He was a boxing writer/contributor for Philippine Daily Inquirer from 2003 to 2004 and Manila Times from 2004 to 2006. He was also connected with other dailies, such as Bulgar (Expose), Saksi (Witness), and Balita (News) as reporter and served as sports editor of Init sa Balita and Arangkada newspapers from 1998 to 2000.
The boxing host/commentator/analyst of Elorde boxing programs that aired over RPN 9, IBC 13, and NBN 4 since 1999 and the solo host of Elorde TV Boxing of ABC 5 in 2006. He's back in television. His new TV program titled ELORDE BOXING TOUR airs over NBN Channel 4, every 3-4 pm Saturday. The program is under Elorde International Productions of Gabriel "Bebot" Elorde Jr, eldest son of the former World Boxing Council and World Boxing Association super featherweight champion Gabriel "Flash" Elorde. From 2003 to 2004, he worked as anchorman at Sports Radio (918 kHz) for "Sports Columnist on Air" program.
He worked as judge in international boxing championships in the Philippines and Japan, including the fight of Gerry Penalosa for WBF super flyweight championship fight in Manila and the Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation light flyweight title bout between Filipino champion Juanito Rubillar and Japanese challenger Ken Nakajima at Nishinari Ward in Osaka, Japan.
On June 14, he made history to become the first Filipino boxing judge to work in Mexico. Manila Standard Today from the Philippines reported "World Boxing Council (WBC) president José Sulaimán has commended Filipino journalist/judge Rey Danseco for his performance in the title eliminator between Juanito Rubilllar and former world champion Omar Niño" and the North American Boxing Federation super flyweight title fight between unbeaten Adrian Hernandez and Eric Ortiz at the Palacio de los Deportes.
Columnist Ronnie Nathanielz wrote in his column June 18 "...But like we said, you win some and you lose some and we were personally elated that journalist/judge Rey Danseco, despite the shared misgivings of WBC president Don José Sulaimán and myself, performed admirably and fairly despite being a close friend of both manager/promoter Bebot Elorde and Rubillar. Don Jose himself spoke to us from his home in Mexico City saying Danseco did "a very good job as a judge in two fights. I was happily surprised." So are we. And while the Rubillar-Omar Nino fight was not very exciting we congratulate Rubillar on his win in Mexico and Danseco for his performance as a judge because he earned our respect – if it means anything to him – and the respect of fight fans even in Mexico and most of all our esteemed friend Don José Sulaimán."
Like the commendations and praises on reports and columns about Danseco's performance in the two fights in Mexico City, Yahoo and Philippine Star reported a positive note. Columnist/reporter Juaquin "Quinito" Henson interviewed Danseco on board the Philippine Airlines from Los Angeles, California on June 30 prior to his arrival in Manila on July 2 (Philippine time). On July 4, the story on Danseco's arrival in his native country was on newspaper and internet website Yahoo.
It was read "...Elorde and sportswriter Rey Danseco, who was a judge in the Rubillar-Romero fight, flew back to Manila the other day.... Danseco scored it, 116-114, and American judge Steve Morrow, 114-113, both for Rubillar. Mexican judge Herminio Cuevas Collazo saw it, 118-111, for Romero. Danseco, who was a judge in Gerry Peñalosa's seventh round knockout over Bangsaen Sithpraprom for the WBF superflyweight title in Manila in 2004, said there was no doubt in anyone's mind, except perhaps Collazo's, that Rubillar deserved to win. Danseco was paid a $1,300 fee to judge the Rubillar-Romero fight and another bout on the card, the North American Boxing Federation flyweight title bout between Eric Ortiz and Adrian Hernandez that ended in a fifth round technical draw. WBC president José Sulaimán assigned Danseco to be a judge in both fights."
From Mexico, Danseco spent a two-week vacation in Northern California, particularly in Hollywood, Glendale, Rowland Heights, Cerritos, and La Hambra, Stockton, San Francisco and Daly City. Then, he was the only Manila-based Sports Editor that covered at ringside Manny Pacquiao's destruction of defending champion David Diaz for the WBC lightweight title at the posh Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.
Straight from Top Rank's president Bob Arum instruction to Scott Ghertner, the Director o Sports and Promotions of MGM-Mirage, Danseco exceptionally took his accreditation to cover the Pacquiao-Diaz collision after the official weigh-in or on the day before the fight despite the line-up of mediamen was already on its final lists. Biography Danseco was born in the municipality of Calauag in the province of Quezon, Philippines. Third of four siblings of Renato Olviga Danseco and Amada Fernandez Noscal, a retired high school teacher at Calauag Central College (CCC) and eldest daughter of educator Juan Requina Noscal of Lopez, Quezon and Glecilda Fernandez of Calauag.
His late father, known as Ato and/or Totoy to his friends, kin and townmates was the eldest of the 10 siblings of Vice Mayor Lope Caña Danseco and Francisca "Iska" Olviga Danseco both of Calauag. He was the Municipal Secretary of Calauag.
Rey attended pre-school at St. Peter's Kindergarten in Calauag. He took his Primary School with honors (1980–1986) and finished the Secondary School at CCC.
He was a consistent honor student in elementary school and received a "Loyalty Award" for finishing his elementary and High School education at the same school. He was an active participant in extra curricular activities. He was a member of CCC Sinag Lahi Dance Troupe from Elementary until High School that is why he along with his few fellow dancers received the Terpsichorean Arts Award. He represented CCC in various sports events in several competitions. He was an undefeated table tennis bet of CCC during his time in High school and member of Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) champion team in table tennis competition of 1997 National Capital Region Athletic Association. A boy scout, he was also a drill commander and Company Commander in the Citizen's Army Training and Staffer of the CCC's official organ, The Torch.
He took up vocational course at Systems Technology Institute before he earned his Mass Communications, Major in Journalism degree at PUP in Sta. Mesa, Manila.
Collegiate Experience
- Served as Junior Council Officer of PUP College of Languages and Mass Communications as freshman student.
- Elected No. 1 Councilor of PUP College of Languages and Mass Communications when he was a freshman student.
- Elected No. 3 councilor of PUP Central Student Council and worked as treasurer and Secretary General.
- Editor-in-chief, Student Review, the official newslater of PUP central student council.
- Appointed Chairman, Sports Committee of Earth Savers Movement.
- Appointed Chairman, Public Relations Committee of Movement for the Advancement of Student Power-PUP
- Active student activist and leader. He organized various mobilization rally for a cause and joined EDSA People Power Part Two or EDSA Dos that forced President [[Joseph "Erap" Estrada]] to leave his position in January 2000.
- Table Tennis Varsity player who played at State Colleges and Universities Athletics Association (SCUAA) and National Capital Region Athletic Association where he won silver medal in doubles event and part of overall championship team in 1997.
- Full scholar of Kapatiran ng Talino at Galing (Kataga)-PUP from 2nd semester in his first year until graduation in college.
He appeared in "Pacquiao: The Movie", a true to life story of World Boxing Council lightweigt champion Manny Pacquiao, as the live TV commentator during Pacquiao's (played by Filipino actor Jericho Rosales fights in the movie. ABS-CBN and FLT Films co-produced the movie.
( source: www.wikipedia.com)
MAAN MACAPAGAL
Maan is one of the more credible correspondents of the country’s largest TV network ABS-CBN. One of the highlights in her career was when the terrorist group Abu Sayyaf kidnapped her back in 2000 while working as a researcher and writer on location with cameraman Val Cuenca in Jolo, Sulu. They became captive in the group’s jungle camp for one-week. Since then, her name became familiar to news and public affairs scene as she became a regular reporter in ABS-CBN.
The incident in Sulu became the “claim to fame” for Maan as she was noted for her courage and dedication in her profession as a journalist.
Truly, this simple yet brave PUP alumna is the manifestation of the courage and dedication of a true-blooded PUPian. Her being a dedicated campus journalist back in her college days made her what she is today.
Sa panulat ni Mel Salise
http://kilospup.wordpress.com/2007/01/31/pup-notable-alumni/
Ted Failon
Ted Failon was born and raised in Tacloban City, Leyte, on March 29, 1962.[1] Working early on to financially support his studies, he finished his elementary school at St. Andrew's School Parañaque in 1974, and high school at the University of Perpetual Help System Dalta Las Pinas Campus Department of Business High School in 1979. He took up AB Economics in Colegio de San Juan de Letran while working as a disc jockey in a small joint along EDSA and Cubao, Quezon City.
He earned a Bachelor in Broadcast Communication degree from Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Manila in 1996, and has attended the Bachelor of Laws program of Arellano University.[1]
Failon first worked as an announcer at Radyo DIWA 531 kHz in Tacloban City from 1983 to 1988, and later Program Director at DWGV-FM 99.1 in Angeles City, Pampanga from 1988 to 1990.[1]
In 1990, he moved to ABS-CBN where he went on to become an executive producer and news anchor. In ABS-CBN, he anchored Hoy Gising! from 1992 to 2001, TV Patrol in 1992, and Pulso: Aksyon Balita from 1999 to 2000.
He also joined DZMM in 1990 and was first heard in the Gising Pilipinas until 1997. He also hosted the top public service radio show Aksyon Ngayon with Korina Sanchez from 1991.
In 2001, Failon entered politics when he ran for a seat in the House of Representatives, representing the 1st District of Leyte. He won the seat, defeating veteran politician Alfred Romualdez,[1] the husband of actress Cristina "Kring-Kring" Gonzales and nephew of former Philippine First Lady Imelda Romualdez Marcos. He would soon retire from broadcasting to concentrate on his Congressional duties. Failon served in the 12th Congress, but retired at the end of his term in 2004 to resume his broadcasting career at ABS-CBN.[1] He was succeeded by Representative Remedios L. Petilla, a former governor of Leyte.
After serving as Representative of 1st district of Leyte,[1] Failon resumed his broadcasting career at ABS-CBN in 2004. On November 15, 2004, he and Karen Davila joined Julius Babao in anchoring the newly-rebranded TV Patrol World. He was also assigned to be the weekday anchor of Radyo Patrol Balita: Alas Siyete (Radio Patrol News: Seven O'Clock) the same year.
On October 24, 2009, he was given a public service and magazine show entitled Failon Ngayon. On November 8, 2010, he was joined by veteran anchors Korina Sanchez and Noli De Castro on TV Patrol.
On January 10, 2011, he was joined by TV Patrol co-anchor Noli De Castro as the anchor of Radyo Patrol Balita: Alas Siyete. He was also assigned to join De Castro in his radio program Kabayan in its last 30 minutes after the said newscast.[1] He also currently hosts a weekday morning commentary program on DZMM entitled Tambalang Failon at Webb (successor of Tambalang Failon at Sanchez with Korina Sanchez) with Pinky Webb.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ted_Failon
He earned a Bachelor in Broadcast Communication degree from Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Manila in 1996, and has attended the Bachelor of Laws program of Arellano University.[1]
Failon first worked as an announcer at Radyo DIWA 531 kHz in Tacloban City from 1983 to 1988, and later Program Director at DWGV-FM 99.1 in Angeles City, Pampanga from 1988 to 1990.[1]
In 1990, he moved to ABS-CBN where he went on to become an executive producer and news anchor. In ABS-CBN, he anchored Hoy Gising! from 1992 to 2001, TV Patrol in 1992, and Pulso: Aksyon Balita from 1999 to 2000.
He also joined DZMM in 1990 and was first heard in the Gising Pilipinas until 1997. He also hosted the top public service radio show Aksyon Ngayon with Korina Sanchez from 1991.
In 2001, Failon entered politics when he ran for a seat in the House of Representatives, representing the 1st District of Leyte. He won the seat, defeating veteran politician Alfred Romualdez,[1] the husband of actress Cristina "Kring-Kring" Gonzales and nephew of former Philippine First Lady Imelda Romualdez Marcos. He would soon retire from broadcasting to concentrate on his Congressional duties. Failon served in the 12th Congress, but retired at the end of his term in 2004 to resume his broadcasting career at ABS-CBN.[1] He was succeeded by Representative Remedios L. Petilla, a former governor of Leyte.
After serving as Representative of 1st district of Leyte,[1] Failon resumed his broadcasting career at ABS-CBN in 2004. On November 15, 2004, he and Karen Davila joined Julius Babao in anchoring the newly-rebranded TV Patrol World. He was also assigned to be the weekday anchor of Radyo Patrol Balita: Alas Siyete (Radio Patrol News: Seven O'Clock) the same year.
On October 24, 2009, he was given a public service and magazine show entitled Failon Ngayon. On November 8, 2010, he was joined by veteran anchors Korina Sanchez and Noli De Castro on TV Patrol.
On January 10, 2011, he was joined by TV Patrol co-anchor Noli De Castro as the anchor of Radyo Patrol Balita: Alas Siyete. He was also assigned to join De Castro in his radio program Kabayan in its last 30 minutes after the said newscast.[1] He also currently hosts a weekday morning commentary program on DZMM entitled Tambalang Failon at Webb (successor of Tambalang Failon at Sanchez with Korina Sanchez) with Pinky Webb.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ted_Failon
Dr. Rustica C. Carpio
Dr. Rustica C. Carpio has distinguished herself as academician, performing artist of stage-film-television, writer, and translator. She is a respected authority in drama and theater. An alumna of the former Philippine College of Commerce (now Polytechnic University of the Philippines ) where she finished Associate in Commercial Science with honor, she holds an A. B. major in English, magna cum laude, from Manuel L. Quezon University; M. A. in Education, major in Speech Education, from New York University, USA, as Fulbright grantee and International House scholar; and a Ph. D. major in Literature, meritissimus, from the University of Santo Tomas. She was a Unesco fellow in Dramatic Arts at the National School of Drama and Asian Theatre Institute in India.
In 1983, she was leader, director, and principal actress in Sining Silanganan Drama Group’s performance tour of the People’s Republic of China, and in 1984, she was in Russia for work-experience in theater.
Thrice a dean (Student Affairs at Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (University of the City of Manila), College of Languages and Mass Communications at PUP, and later of the Graduate School also at PUP), Dr. Carpio has represented the Philippines in international conferences. To her credit are over two hundred fifty (250) articles, critiques, reviews, poems, plays, and short stories published here and abroad, and over a dozen books on literature, speech,and communication. She was holder of the Emilio T. Yap professorial chair in Journalism at the PUP Graduate School . A board member of the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) in 1996 to 1998 and a board member of the Videogram Regulatory Board (1998 to 2000), she was a member of the Movie Committee on Appeals. In 2001, she was also at the MTRCB.
Dr. Carpio’s over fifty national and international honors and awards include: One of the Ten Outstanding Women of the Philippines for 1968 from Federacion Internacional de Abogadas (FIDA Phil.) for invaluable achievements in the field of performing arts.
Woman of Distinction as educator, writer, and performing artist and cited in The World Who’s of Women, Vol. 6, 1982 published in England by International Biographical Centre; Most Outstanding Faculty Member of the College of Arts and Sciences at PLM for 1983-1984; Outsanding Thomasian in Literature for 1983-1984; One of the Twelve Outstanding Bulakenyos as Professional for 1991; included in the Encyclopedia of Philippine Arts, Vol. 7 - - Theater -- published by the Cultural Center of the Philippines in 1994; Green and Gold Artist awardee of the Far Eastern University on its 70th founding anniversary in 1998 for outstanding achievements in performing arts; Gawad Parangal sa Natatanging Guro ng Pangmadlang Komunikasyon para sa 1999 from Pampalikulang Samahan ng mga Dalubguro (PASADO). Patnubay ng Sining at Kalinangan sa Larangan ng Tanghalan/Dulaan - given by the City of Manila on its 432nd Founding Anniversary on June 20, 2003; Award of Merit for Outstanding Achievements in the field of Humanities - given by the National Research Council of the Philippines on its 71st Founding Anniversary on March 13, 2004; Centennial Award for Services rendered as former president of the PUP Alumni Association - given by the Polytechnic University of the Philippines on its Centennial Celebration on October 12, 2004; Parangal ng Bayan for Outstanding Achievements in Arts and Culture - given by Parangal ng Bayan Foundation on April 2, 2005; Pama-As: Gintong Bai Award for Outstanding Lifetime Achievement in Theater - given by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts on July 7, 2005 - as one of 31 Outstanding Filipino Artists and Cultural Leaders - given in connection with the 2005 Centennial celebration of the Feminist Movement in the Philippines;
Dr. Carpio organized PUP’s Department of Mass Communication in 1987, and became its first chairperson and first dean of the College of Languages and Mass Communications. At the PUP Graduate School, she was founder of the Master in Mass Communications in 1990. She was proponent for the building of PUP’s Claro M. Recto Auditorium, and in 1998, she conceptualized the establishment of the Mass Communication Center. During her stay at the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, she founded the Bachelor in Mass Communication in 1968, and was co-framer of the Master in Mass Communication in 1972.
At present, Dr. Carpio has been lecturer at PUP, UST, and FEU. She was consultant in Arts and Culture at PUP and is Executive Director of the President's Committee on Culture at FEU. As one of America’s new songwriters, her poems have been set to music and are being recorded in the USA.
She first gained international notice when as a college student she became the youngest member and singer of the First Filipino Entertainment Troupe sent by the Philippine government to wartorn Korea in the winter of 1951 where she fought not with arms but with songs to bring Christmas cheers to the Philippine Expeditionary Forces to Korea (PEFTOK) and other United Nations armies. For her patriotism and bravery, “Rustie Hill,” adopted in the war maps of Korea, had been named in her honor.
Source: http://www.panitikan.com.ph/authors/c/rccarpio.htm
In 1983, she was leader, director, and principal actress in Sining Silanganan Drama Group’s performance tour of the People’s Republic of China, and in 1984, she was in Russia for work-experience in theater.
Thrice a dean (Student Affairs at Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (University of the City of Manila), College of Languages and Mass Communications at PUP, and later of the Graduate School also at PUP), Dr. Carpio has represented the Philippines in international conferences. To her credit are over two hundred fifty (250) articles, critiques, reviews, poems, plays, and short stories published here and abroad, and over a dozen books on literature, speech,and communication. She was holder of the Emilio T. Yap professorial chair in Journalism at the PUP Graduate School . A board member of the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) in 1996 to 1998 and a board member of the Videogram Regulatory Board (1998 to 2000), she was a member of the Movie Committee on Appeals. In 2001, she was also at the MTRCB.
Dr. Carpio’s over fifty national and international honors and awards include: One of the Ten Outstanding Women of the Philippines for 1968 from Federacion Internacional de Abogadas (FIDA Phil.) for invaluable achievements in the field of performing arts.
Woman of Distinction as educator, writer, and performing artist and cited in The World Who’s of Women, Vol. 6, 1982 published in England by International Biographical Centre; Most Outstanding Faculty Member of the College of Arts and Sciences at PLM for 1983-1984; Outsanding Thomasian in Literature for 1983-1984; One of the Twelve Outstanding Bulakenyos as Professional for 1991; included in the Encyclopedia of Philippine Arts, Vol. 7 - - Theater -- published by the Cultural Center of the Philippines in 1994; Green and Gold Artist awardee of the Far Eastern University on its 70th founding anniversary in 1998 for outstanding achievements in performing arts; Gawad Parangal sa Natatanging Guro ng Pangmadlang Komunikasyon para sa 1999 from Pampalikulang Samahan ng mga Dalubguro (PASADO). Patnubay ng Sining at Kalinangan sa Larangan ng Tanghalan/Dulaan - given by the City of Manila on its 432nd Founding Anniversary on June 20, 2003; Award of Merit for Outstanding Achievements in the field of Humanities - given by the National Research Council of the Philippines on its 71st Founding Anniversary on March 13, 2004; Centennial Award for Services rendered as former president of the PUP Alumni Association - given by the Polytechnic University of the Philippines on its Centennial Celebration on October 12, 2004; Parangal ng Bayan for Outstanding Achievements in Arts and Culture - given by Parangal ng Bayan Foundation on April 2, 2005; Pama-As: Gintong Bai Award for Outstanding Lifetime Achievement in Theater - given by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts on July 7, 2005 - as one of 31 Outstanding Filipino Artists and Cultural Leaders - given in connection with the 2005 Centennial celebration of the Feminist Movement in the Philippines;
Dr. Carpio organized PUP’s Department of Mass Communication in 1987, and became its first chairperson and first dean of the College of Languages and Mass Communications. At the PUP Graduate School, she was founder of the Master in Mass Communications in 1990. She was proponent for the building of PUP’s Claro M. Recto Auditorium, and in 1998, she conceptualized the establishment of the Mass Communication Center. During her stay at the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, she founded the Bachelor in Mass Communication in 1968, and was co-framer of the Master in Mass Communication in 1972.
At present, Dr. Carpio has been lecturer at PUP, UST, and FEU. She was consultant in Arts and Culture at PUP and is Executive Director of the President's Committee on Culture at FEU. As one of America’s new songwriters, her poems have been set to music and are being recorded in the USA.
She first gained international notice when as a college student she became the youngest member and singer of the First Filipino Entertainment Troupe sent by the Philippine government to wartorn Korea in the winter of 1951 where she fought not with arms but with songs to bring Christmas cheers to the Philippine Expeditionary Forces to Korea (PEFTOK) and other United Nations armies. For her patriotism and bravery, “Rustie Hill,” adopted in the war maps of Korea, had been named in her honor.
Source: http://www.panitikan.com.ph/authors/c/rccarpio.htm
Atty. Romulo B. Makalintal
Atty. Romulo B. Macalintal is one of the very few election law practitioners in the country. Oftentimes, he serves as a resource person in various radio and television programs before, during and after the election or every time there is a need to clarify or explain conflicting electoral issues or problems. At present, he is the most visible and sought-after election lawyer by the different media of mass communication in connection with the May 10, 2004 elections. Romy, as he is fondly called by his friends, passed the 1978 BAR examinations with a rating of 83.1%. He took up his Bachelor of Laws degree at the University of the East, College of Law.
He started to work at an early age of eighteen (18) or immediately after receiving his high school diploma from the Far Eastern University. He was a working student when he obtained his degree in Bachelor of Science in Commerce, majored in Advertising, at the Philippine College of Commerce (now Polytechnic University of the Philippines).
He worked as a messenger-collector in an insurance company; a mail sorter at the Manila Post Office; a clerk at the defunct Cooperative Administration Office, to name a few, until he worked with the United States Veterans Administration where he also started as a messenger until his resignation in 1978 as a Veterans Benefits Counselor which was one of the highest positions occupied by a Filipino employee in the said office of the U. S. government.
Romy had his baptism of fire in election law practice in l984 when he handled the election case of then Nueva Vizcaya Assemblyman, now Congressman and Minority Floor Leader Carlos Padilla against Leonardo Perez, then Minister of Information of former President Ferdinand E. Marcos. It was his experience in this case that inspired him to pursue a career in the highly specialized field of election law practice.
He keeps himself abreast of current election and political issues and decisions of the Supreme Court in election cases. He compliments this by writing his own articles and opinions on such issues which oftentimes find print in various leading newspapers. He had also written three (3) election law primers on the 1987, 1992 and 1995 elections.
Romy is happily married to Mila Macalintal, a former English Professor of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. They are blessed with three (3) children: Jinel, Victor and Michael. Romy and his wife and children are active parishioners of the Last Supper of Our Lord Parish in Las Pinas City where they are serving as Lectors and Commentators.
Atty. Macalintal is currently having his regular segment, Hatol ng Bayan, on NBN’s (PTV-4) evening news, Telediaryo, where he makes his commentaries and analysis in connection with the May 10, 2004 elections. He also served as an analyst of NBN (PTV-4) during the impeachment trial of former President Estrada.
On the lighter side of his life, Atty. Macalintal also holds the distinction of being the only one in the world who personally met for two (2) hours former Heavyweight Champion Muhammad Ali when the latter came to Manila in 1975 for the Thrilla in Manila fight with Joe Frazier. Atty. Macalintal’s only pass in meeting Ali was an old scrap book containing Ali’s fights dating back in the 60’s when Ali was still known as Cassius Clay.
(Source: http://www.chanrobleslawnet.com/attyromulomacalintal.htm)
He started to work at an early age of eighteen (18) or immediately after receiving his high school diploma from the Far Eastern University. He was a working student when he obtained his degree in Bachelor of Science in Commerce, majored in Advertising, at the Philippine College of Commerce (now Polytechnic University of the Philippines).
He worked as a messenger-collector in an insurance company; a mail sorter at the Manila Post Office; a clerk at the defunct Cooperative Administration Office, to name a few, until he worked with the United States Veterans Administration where he also started as a messenger until his resignation in 1978 as a Veterans Benefits Counselor which was one of the highest positions occupied by a Filipino employee in the said office of the U. S. government.
Romy had his baptism of fire in election law practice in l984 when he handled the election case of then Nueva Vizcaya Assemblyman, now Congressman and Minority Floor Leader Carlos Padilla against Leonardo Perez, then Minister of Information of former President Ferdinand E. Marcos. It was his experience in this case that inspired him to pursue a career in the highly specialized field of election law practice.
He keeps himself abreast of current election and political issues and decisions of the Supreme Court in election cases. He compliments this by writing his own articles and opinions on such issues which oftentimes find print in various leading newspapers. He had also written three (3) election law primers on the 1987, 1992 and 1995 elections.
Romy is happily married to Mila Macalintal, a former English Professor of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. They are blessed with three (3) children: Jinel, Victor and Michael. Romy and his wife and children are active parishioners of the Last Supper of Our Lord Parish in Las Pinas City where they are serving as Lectors and Commentators.
Atty. Macalintal is currently having his regular segment, Hatol ng Bayan, on NBN’s (PTV-4) evening news, Telediaryo, where he makes his commentaries and analysis in connection with the May 10, 2004 elections. He also served as an analyst of NBN (PTV-4) during the impeachment trial of former President Estrada.
On the lighter side of his life, Atty. Macalintal also holds the distinction of being the only one in the world who personally met for two (2) hours former Heavyweight Champion Muhammad Ali when the latter came to Manila in 1975 for the Thrilla in Manila fight with Joe Frazier. Atty. Macalintal’s only pass in meeting Ali was an old scrap book containing Ali’s fights dating back in the 60’s when Ali was still known as Cassius Clay.
(Source: http://www.chanrobleslawnet.com/attyromulomacalintal.htm)
Bro. Eduardo " Eddie" Villanueva
Bro. Eduardo “Eddie” Villanueva In 1969, Villanueva graduated with a degree in commerce, majoring in economics, from the Philippine College of Commerce (PCC), since renamed the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. He was immersed in both student and labor movements in the 1970s, joining the progressive segments of society which opposed the Marcos dictatorship. Villanueva also took up law at the University of the Philippines but was already into so much activism that he never had time to take the bar [examination]. During Martial law, he fought local landgrabbers in Bulacan and ended up being jailed twice for his political beliefs and participation in various mass actions.
He worked as a full-time faculty member in the Economics and Finance Department of PCC until 1972. He then worked as the export manager of Maran Export Industries in 1973 and from 1976 to 1977, he was the general manager of the Agape Trading Co. He returned to PCC, now renamed, in 1978 as a part-time professor.
Eduardo C. Villanueva (born October 6, 1946), known as Bro. Eddie Villanueva, is a religious and political leader in the Philippines and a presidential candidate in the 2010 Philippine election as standard bearer of the Bangon Pilipinas Party. Prior to joining the politics, he is best known as the founder and leader of the Jesus Is Lord Church but officially declared his leave of absence as its Spiritual Director during the launching of Bagong Pilipinas Movement on March 28, 2009 “so that [he] may concentrate on the transformation of our beloved nation.” [1]
In 2004, he was a presidential candidate in the Philippine election but lost to incumbent Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and placed last in a field of five candidates, with 6.2% of the vote - although many Filipinos believed[2] that the 2004 election in general was an alleged large-scale election fraud, particularly due to the Aragoncillo Project.
On August 21, 2009, he announced that he will be running in the 2010 election and on November 30, 2009, filed his Certificate of Candidacy with the Commission on Elections "accompanied by his running mate, former Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chief Perfecto Yasay, and five senatorial bets".[3][4]
He is the owner and chairman of ZOE Broadcasting Network, a commercial TV station currently operated by GMA Network through Quality TeleVision (QTV) now GMA News TV. He is also the owner and president of Jesus Is Lord Colleges Foundation Inc. (JILCF), a Christian school in Bocaue, Bulacan.
( Source: Wikipedia Website)
He worked as a full-time faculty member in the Economics and Finance Department of PCC until 1972. He then worked as the export manager of Maran Export Industries in 1973 and from 1976 to 1977, he was the general manager of the Agape Trading Co. He returned to PCC, now renamed, in 1978 as a part-time professor.
Eduardo C. Villanueva (born October 6, 1946), known as Bro. Eddie Villanueva, is a religious and political leader in the Philippines and a presidential candidate in the 2010 Philippine election as standard bearer of the Bangon Pilipinas Party. Prior to joining the politics, he is best known as the founder and leader of the Jesus Is Lord Church but officially declared his leave of absence as its Spiritual Director during the launching of Bagong Pilipinas Movement on March 28, 2009 “so that [he] may concentrate on the transformation of our beloved nation.” [1]
In 2004, he was a presidential candidate in the Philippine election but lost to incumbent Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and placed last in a field of five candidates, with 6.2% of the vote - although many Filipinos believed[2] that the 2004 election in general was an alleged large-scale election fraud, particularly due to the Aragoncillo Project.
On August 21, 2009, he announced that he will be running in the 2010 election and on November 30, 2009, filed his Certificate of Candidacy with the Commission on Elections "accompanied by his running mate, former Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chief Perfecto Yasay, and five senatorial bets".[3][4]
He is the owner and chairman of ZOE Broadcasting Network, a commercial TV station currently operated by GMA Network through Quality TeleVision (QTV) now GMA News TV. He is also the owner and president of Jesus Is Lord Colleges Foundation Inc. (JILCF), a Christian school in Bocaue, Bulacan.
( Source: Wikipedia Website)
RAFFY DELA ROSA: CHOWKING AND MANONG PEPE'S TOP GUN is a PCC GRADUATE
When Your Career
Takes a New Turn
June 26, 2009
( Philippine Star: http://www.careerguide.ph/article/show/When-Your-Career-Takes-a-New-Turn)
“That’s not my job!”
“That’s not the work I have in mind!”
When your boss gives you an assignment and you are sorely tempted to protest, think twice. He may be opening a door to a new and exciting chapter in your career. That was what happened to Raffy dela Rosa, who started as an accountant. He served as Finance Director for Jollibee until its founder, Tony Tancaktiong, assigned him to head Chowking. Now, he is heading the Manong Pepe chain of restaurants.
Raffy is the eldest of ten children. His father was into farming, fishing and carpentry. Later, the father raised and sold a few cattle to buy a tricycle and worked as a tricycle driver. These provided the income that enabled Raffy to study in a public school in their native Plaridel, Bulacan.
Raffy was set to enter a vocational school to become a carpenter like his dad. However, circumstances led him to become a scholar in what is now the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, with a course in Accounting. After passing the CPA exams, he worked for FNCB Finance (a subsidiary of Citibank) and National Semiconductors.
National Semiconductors closed its Philippine operations due to the 1987 coup attempts and offered him a job in Singapore. Raffy declined and started a small business with his wife. Six months later, he was head-hunted to work for Jollibee. There, he did its financial systems from scratch. He managed and sourced the funds to fuel Jollibee’s expansion. By 1991, Jollibee overtook McDonald’s.
Learn his secrets and advice from excerpts of my interview with Raffy de la Rosa for my book, Your First Job.
How did you transition from Jollibee to Chowking?
When Jollibee became debt-free and holding plenty of cash, things progressed very well. Then sometime in 1999, Chairman Tony told me to speak with Robert Kwan of Chowking. Tony and Robert were friends and partners, so I negotiated in behalf of Jollibee to buy Chowking. Afterwards, I suggested to Tony that he send someone to manage Chowking. Tony appointed me to do it.
I protested that I am only a CPA and a banker; maybe I will only bankrupt Chowking. Tony said I can do it, after spending time with the Jollibee group. So I moved there.
It was a big career shift from finance and accounting to operations. How did you learn?
I simply pretended to be a customer. What does a customer want? Delicious food and good service. For the delicious food, I observed the commissary. Since my wife runs a bakeshop, I was able to relate to the operations. The first big decision that I would be proud of is to have a training center for our cooks.
The second thing we addressed was the marketing. If you have something good, you have to tell the customer. I worked closely with marketing and I sit with market research and the advertising agency. We came out with good, heart-warming advertising which won awards. We were able to establish brand recognition.
The other training we did is for the store and area managers. We trained them essentially for customer-caring mindsets. Our mission statement is “delight the customer,” something everyone from the janitor up can grasp.
Where do you get your creativity or your wisdom?
If you are one of ten kids and your family had to struggle for everything from eating to schooling to graduating, then you have to think of ways how to get by. In fact, we never had vacations when I was a kid, it was helping my dad raising cattle or tending the farm. I think I brought that creativity to the workplace.
My other education comes from the church when I was a kid. Through the church, I learned about the values of integrity, patience, spirituality and things like that. I did not raise my standard of living. Deep down I am still the typical barrio boy, trained to make do with what I earn and be resourceful.
That is a great reminder that a poor background is no excuse for a victim mentality. One last question: Suppose there is someone fresh out of college. He wants to get rich and ahead. He sits down with you for five minutes and asks for advice. What will you tell him?
The first thing I would tell him is “Forget your ambition”. And forget about being rich. Just do your best in whatever things that you are blessed with.
Also, keep your integrity intact. The best way to show integrity is to be trustworthy and reliable. In fact, I dare say that there are many opportunities in this world waiting for people with good values. My boss was just saying, “Raf, I can double this business in a short time, At this point, money is no longer a problem. The problem is where to find people who can be entrusted with that money.”
June 26, 2009
( Philippine Star: http://www.careerguide.ph/article/show/When-Your-Career-Takes-a-New-Turn)
“That’s not my job!”
“That’s not the work I have in mind!”
When your boss gives you an assignment and you are sorely tempted to protest, think twice. He may be opening a door to a new and exciting chapter in your career. That was what happened to Raffy dela Rosa, who started as an accountant. He served as Finance Director for Jollibee until its founder, Tony Tancaktiong, assigned him to head Chowking. Now, he is heading the Manong Pepe chain of restaurants.
Raffy is the eldest of ten children. His father was into farming, fishing and carpentry. Later, the father raised and sold a few cattle to buy a tricycle and worked as a tricycle driver. These provided the income that enabled Raffy to study in a public school in their native Plaridel, Bulacan.
Raffy was set to enter a vocational school to become a carpenter like his dad. However, circumstances led him to become a scholar in what is now the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, with a course in Accounting. After passing the CPA exams, he worked for FNCB Finance (a subsidiary of Citibank) and National Semiconductors.
National Semiconductors closed its Philippine operations due to the 1987 coup attempts and offered him a job in Singapore. Raffy declined and started a small business with his wife. Six months later, he was head-hunted to work for Jollibee. There, he did its financial systems from scratch. He managed and sourced the funds to fuel Jollibee’s expansion. By 1991, Jollibee overtook McDonald’s.
Learn his secrets and advice from excerpts of my interview with Raffy de la Rosa for my book, Your First Job.
How did you transition from Jollibee to Chowking?
When Jollibee became debt-free and holding plenty of cash, things progressed very well. Then sometime in 1999, Chairman Tony told me to speak with Robert Kwan of Chowking. Tony and Robert were friends and partners, so I negotiated in behalf of Jollibee to buy Chowking. Afterwards, I suggested to Tony that he send someone to manage Chowking. Tony appointed me to do it.
I protested that I am only a CPA and a banker; maybe I will only bankrupt Chowking. Tony said I can do it, after spending time with the Jollibee group. So I moved there.
It was a big career shift from finance and accounting to operations. How did you learn?
I simply pretended to be a customer. What does a customer want? Delicious food and good service. For the delicious food, I observed the commissary. Since my wife runs a bakeshop, I was able to relate to the operations. The first big decision that I would be proud of is to have a training center for our cooks.
The second thing we addressed was the marketing. If you have something good, you have to tell the customer. I worked closely with marketing and I sit with market research and the advertising agency. We came out with good, heart-warming advertising which won awards. We were able to establish brand recognition.
The other training we did is for the store and area managers. We trained them essentially for customer-caring mindsets. Our mission statement is “delight the customer,” something everyone from the janitor up can grasp.
Where do you get your creativity or your wisdom?
If you are one of ten kids and your family had to struggle for everything from eating to schooling to graduating, then you have to think of ways how to get by. In fact, we never had vacations when I was a kid, it was helping my dad raising cattle or tending the farm. I think I brought that creativity to the workplace.
My other education comes from the church when I was a kid. Through the church, I learned about the values of integrity, patience, spirituality and things like that. I did not raise my standard of living. Deep down I am still the typical barrio boy, trained to make do with what I earn and be resourceful.
That is a great reminder that a poor background is no excuse for a victim mentality. One last question: Suppose there is someone fresh out of college. He wants to get rich and ahead. He sits down with you for five minutes and asks for advice. What will you tell him?
The first thing I would tell him is “Forget your ambition”. And forget about being rich. Just do your best in whatever things that you are blessed with.
Also, keep your integrity intact. The best way to show integrity is to be trustworthy and reliable. In fact, I dare say that there are many opportunities in this world waiting for people with good values. My boss was just saying, “Raf, I can double this business in a short time, At this point, money is no longer a problem. The problem is where to find people who can be entrusted with that money.”
LLOYD LUNA
Lloyd Luna is an Electronics and Communications Engineering (ECE) graduate of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines-Manila. He is among the most sought motivational speakers in the Philippines and other countries counting the numerous you tube images of his interviews on local radio and tv stations. He is the author of the bestselling book " Is There A Job Waiting For You?". He is the President of Lloyd Luna Communications and the host of Creative Business with Lloyd Luna being aired at Destiny Cable Channel 8 every Friday from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon. He continuously inspires not only other people but his fellow PUPians to strive more and put their own businesses. For more information about him, visit www.lloydluna.com.
BAYANI AGBAYANI
Bayani Agbayani, a name that is very common to us especially when we are fond of comedy shows and movies, a very talented Comedian and now one of the stars of the country’s largest network, ABS-CBN. He is in fact a graduate of Mass Communication major in Broadcasting.
He starred in different comedy movieslike Pera o Bayong, Mana Mana Tiba Tiba, Otso-otso pamela-mela wan, Walang Iwanan, Peksman and Sangano’t Sangago, sitcom such as Super Laff in, Kaya ni Mister. Kaya ni Misis and Okay Fine Whatever,and Noontime Shows llike Magandang Tanghali Bayan.
His movies truly made each one of us laugh. Bayani captured the heart of the Filipino viewers through his wit and sense of humor.
( Photo courtesy of Bayani Agbayani's Facebook Account)
Sa panulat ni Ms. Joy Micaller
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He starred in different comedy movieslike Pera o Bayong, Mana Mana Tiba Tiba, Otso-otso pamela-mela wan, Walang Iwanan, Peksman and Sangano’t Sangago, sitcom such as Super Laff in, Kaya ni Mister. Kaya ni Misis and Okay Fine Whatever,and Noontime Shows llike Magandang Tanghali Bayan.
His movies truly made each one of us laugh. Bayani captured the heart of the Filipino viewers through his wit and sense of humor.
( Photo courtesy of Bayani Agbayani's Facebook Account)
Sa panulat ni Ms. Joy Micaller
http://kilospup.wordpress.com/2007/01/31/pup-notable-alumni/
JONATHAN MANALO
“Pinoy Ako”, a beautifully written song and the theme song of the first edition of Pinoy Big Brother and inspired the nation for its wonderful portrayal of proud Filipino citizen, was written by one of our alumnus Jonathan Manalo.
Jonathan Manalo, received a degree in Advertising at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, not only he is famous for his song “Pinoy Ako”, he is also the winner of the Himig Handog Para sa Kabataan for the song “Tara Tena”. He is also the man behind ABS-CBN’s theme songs like Ok Ako, SCQ Reload, Seasons Of Love, Nginiiig, Star Circle Quest, Star In A Million, Voice Of The World, and Wazzup Wazzup.
His songs could move the listener through its captivating rhythm and inspiring lyrics that made him one oft he most sought after composers in the industry. Truly, Jonathan Manalo is a talented PUPian.
Sa panulat ni Ms. Joy Micaller
http://kilospup.wordpress.com/2007/01/31/pup-notable-alumni/
DENILLE LOU VALMONTE
This 24-year-old stunner is the reigning Binibining Pilipinas- International 2006. She is a graduate of BS in Hotel and Restaurant Management. Her triumph in the world of beauty contests serves as an inspiration for every PUPian as she became the model of beauty and brains combined.
Another major event she attended was when she represented the country in the Miss International Beauty pageant 2006 in China. Though she came home without the crown, she still carried the honor of representing the country with the grace and glamour of a true Filipina.
Before joining the Binibing Pilipinas, she competed in various beauty and modeling competition in both local and national level.
Sa Panulat ni Mel Salise
http://kilospup.wordpress.com/2007/01/31/pup-notable-alumni/
Another major event she attended was when she represented the country in the Miss International Beauty pageant 2006 in China. Though she came home without the crown, she still carried the honor of representing the country with the grace and glamour of a true Filipina.
Before joining the Binibing Pilipinas, she competed in various beauty and modeling competition in both local and national level.
Sa Panulat ni Mel Salise
http://kilospup.wordpress.com/2007/01/31/pup-notable-alumni/
Carlo Pagulayan
Carlo Pagulayan (born June 24, 1978) is a freelance Filipino comic book artist. Pagulayan began his career in the comics business with a 3-page sequential for Dark Horse Comics, written by Doug Petrie, to aid the victims of the 9-11 attacks, and as a tribute to the fallen World Trade Center Twin Towers (2001). He has since had assignments from a few publishers, including Elektra and The Incredible Hulk for Marvel Comics.
Carlo graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Santo Tomas branch.
Official Website: http://octographics.net/caloyblog/
Bibliography
Carlo graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Santo Tomas branch.
Official Website: http://octographics.net/caloyblog/
Bibliography
- WTC Tribute Book, Dark Horse Comics 2001
- Elektra #11-15, 18, 21-22, Marvel Knights 2002
- Icons Of Evil: Trap Jaw, MVCreations 2002
- Superman, unpublished, DC Comics 2003
- Emma Frost #7-12, 14, 16-18, Marvel 2003
- X-Men Unlimited #7, Marvel 2004
- New X-Men Academy X #9, Marvel 2004
- Marvel Adventures Fantastic Four #1-3, 9 (plus covers), Marvel Adventures 2005
- What If: Sub-Mariner cover Marvel 2005
- Planet Hulk