Lets Make A Mark By Sending Good Vibes Through Handshake For Peace This May 24, 2015

In light of the vision to practice and promote optimism, a group of visionaries came together to spread good vibes in their daily activities, no matter how simple or mundane a task may be.. Sending Good Vibes is a voluntary organization that was formed with the mission to counter the paradigm of negativity and spread optimism and hope to people nationally through various humanitarian efforts.

  This one of a kind initiative  to spread good vibes and light up the fire of peace keeping was launched at Chivz Gastro Lounge, Greenhills, San Juan, May 12, 2015 where the group showcase their primary initiative--"Handshake for Peace"  This event is set to celebrate the 70th year of the end of World War II , aims to bring people together and help them realize how much change they can make by simply spreading good vibes to their families, friends, fellows everywhere.

  Led by today's brightest stars, among whom are Jaime Rivera, Karylle, Billy Crawford, Iya Villania, jay-R, Alodia Gosengfiao, Lovely Rivero, DJ Cha Cha, Winnie Cordero, DJ Eva Ronda, Jo Awayan and a lot more. This event will be held at the Mall of Asia Open Grounds on May 24, 201 Sunday, as early as 6:00 AM in the morning for a day of celebration and giving of good vibes!

A program consisting of different entertainment, games, freebies, and activity booths will be set up to keep spirits high. It's for free and the public is encourage to come in white shirts to show their support for this momentous occasion.

Empowering The Public About Intellectual Propery

  Through Republic Act No. 8293 or the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines, the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) was created. It is the Philippines’ lead agency in implementing state policies on Intellectual Property (IP).

It is headed by a Director General and is composed of seven bureaus:

1.       Bureau of Patents (BOP)

Processes the registration, examination and granting of patent applications, utility models, industrial designs, and integrated circuits

2.       Bureau of Trademarks

Conducts the search, examination, and granting of the applications for the registration of marks, geographic indications and other marks of ownership

3.       Bureau of Legal Affairs

Handles all legal matters concerning Intellectual Property Rights

4.       Documentation, Information, and Technology Transfer Bureau

Provides technical support services to the other bureaus and takes charge of Intellectual Property promotion activities and knowledge management in the country

5.       Management Information Service

In charge of maintaining IPOPHL’s information technology systems

6.       Financial Management and Administrative Service

Ensures the proper utilization of IPOPHL funds

7.       Bureau of Copyright [currently ad hoc]

The newest addition to the IPOPHL family promotes awareness of IP rights and the accreditation of collective management organizations (CMOs)

Aside from the registration of patents, trademarks, and copyright, IPOPHL also offers patent information searches, dispute resolution, adjudication of Inter Partes cases and IP violations, technology transfer, and training.

In an effort to expand the reach of IPOPHL, Intellectual Property Satellite Offices (IPSOs) in Cebu and Davao were established in 2008. After this initiative to make IP services more accessible and to ease the implementation of projects in the said regions, there was an increase in IP filings seen in both areas. Soon after, offices in Baguio City, Angeles City, Legaspi City, Iloilo City, Cebu City, Cagayan de Oro City, Davao City, and General Santos City were set up as a result of two pilot IPSOs’ success.  

In 2012, the Innovation Technology Support Office (ITSO) network was established to push for the commercialization of technologies generated from the research outputs of local universities, research institutions, businesses, and inventors. There are currently over 80 certified ITSOs spread throughout the archipelago.

More recently, IP Depot –the Philippines’ first online IP marketplace was launched. Owners of registered IP assets can use the website as a free showground while other users can easily shop for IPs, including the latest and available technology for their businesses.

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The IPOPHL logo features a letter “O” in the shape of a light bulb, the universal symbol of a good idea. Inside the light bulb is the word “una” which means first, as written in Baybayin, an ancient pre-colonial Philippine writing system used from the 16^th to 19^th centuries. At IPOPHL, premium is given to being first, as “first in time results in seniority of rights” whether in the registration of a patent, trademark, copyright or other related rights.

Be One of the Asia CEO Awardee 2015, Nomination Opens This May 1!

 The nomination period for the 2015 Asia CEO Awards, the Philippines's biggest annul business event will start on May 1, 2015 Labor Day

   Some of the biggest names in Philippine business have been recipients of the coveted award; Henry Sy Chairman of SM Prime Holdings, Secretary Ramon S Jimenez Jr. of Department of Tourism (2014 Lifetime  Contributor Award) Roberto Juanchito Dispo, President of First Metro Investment Corporation (2014 Global Filipino Executive of the year)

  In 2014, the other big winners in the annual award include Smart Communictaions (Top Employer Executive of the Year) and SM Prime Holdings (Executive Leadership Team of the Year) among others.

  Rebecca Bustamante, President of Asia CEO Awards, the 2015 Asia Ceo Awards is exciting because nomination will be accepting the ASEAN Region

   The Asia CEO Awards “is consider the Asia CEO Awards largest event of its kind in Southeast Asia and we plan to make it into a true regional event that promote the entire region to the world’s greatest companies and leader, Bustamante said.

   She believes the Philippines is one of the world’s top performing economies will have a greater rode in Asia in the coming years.

The nomination period for the Asia CEO Awards, will end on September 28, 2015 and the winners will be announced during the Gala Night  on November 11, 2015 at Marriot Hotel, Manila.

Everyone is welcome to submit nomination for the awards. No fees are collected for submitting nominations.

  One of the new awards that will be given in the 2015 Asia CEO Awards, is the “I-Remit Heart For OFWs Company of the Year” for recognition that promote the welfare of the overseas Filipino workers and their families.

Aside from the “Heart of OFWs Company of the Year” award, the other categories this year include:

KPMG Executive Leadership of the Year

Top Employer of the Year

Smart Enterprise Global Executive of the Year

JLL Expatriate Executive of the Year

ADP Service Excellence Company of the Year

Shore Solutions Most Innovative Company of the  Year

Captial One Young Leader of the Year

First Cabon Solution Green Company of the Year

CSR Comapany of the Year

Technology Company of the Year

Philippine Airlines Hospitality Destiny of the Year

A distinguish group of judges assess all the nominations. This year’s jusdges include

Dr. Bernie Villegas distinguished Filipino ‘economist and Professor University of  Asia and the Pacific

Don Felbaun, former President of the American Chamber of Commerce of Philippines

Edward Chang, President of the Korean Chamber of Commerce Philippines

Jun Palafox, Principal architect of the World-renowned Architectural Design Firm Palafox Associate

Oscar Sanez, vice presiden for international operations, at San Miguel Foods Corp and

Ricahrad Mills, President of the Canadian Chanmber of Commerce of Philippines

Visit here: http://www.asia-ceo-awards.org/index.php/nomination-essentials/  

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Manila International Auto Show 2015 At World Trade Center And PhillTrade

There’s no denying that summer has officially arrived in our side of the planet. And turning the heat up several degrees higher is no less than the annual Manila International Auto Show or MIAS 2015, which officially opened its doors, last April 9. Running until April 12, this year’s auto madness occupies the entirety of the World Trade Center Manila complex with a total exhibition area of 30,000 m2 – including the WTC and Philippine Trade Training Center and Annex Tents A and B, the country’s biggest auto show also spreads throughout the outdoor area to give way for the stunt area and outdoor test driving area.

    Living up to its reputation as the most-anticipated auto show in the country, MIAS is bent on upping its A-game each year as it seeks to break previous records as a fiery evidence of its gamechanging flair. Last year, as it celebrates its first decade in the industry, over a hundred thousand visitors gathered to witness over 500 cars and trucks on display along with over 90 units of motorbike displays from 30 different brands and a collective total of 139 exhibitors and participating companies to showcase the latest and greatest innovations and trends from the automotive scene.           

Renew Your Home with Renuzit At Le Jardin Restaurant BCG

 Renuzit, America’s No. 1 selling adjustable gel air freshener, launched its new line of adjustable gel air fresheners at Le Jardin restaurant in Bonifacio Global City in Taguig City. The exclusive media launch, titled “Renew Your Home”, was hosted by celebrity personality Tessa Prieto-Valdes and highlighted home design and décor tips from noted interior designer, Kat Villanueva, to choosing the perfect scent to set the desired mood in any room or space.

   The role of scents in our personal spaces is often overlooked yet an important influence on our daily lives. Scents can enhance and uplift our moods and can trigger memories and unlock feelings. The fresh citrus smell after cutting open, an orange can be deliciously refreshing while the scent of florals after a summer shower can be truly pleasurable. Renuzit* aims to be the (scent specialist) in transforming and inspiring the space in our home.

  Renuzit features four fragrance collections to suit any space which include Simply Refreshed (Fresh Lavender, After the Rain and Simply Vanilla scents), Super Odor Killer (Citrus Sunburst and Original scents), Fresh Picked (Raspberry scent), and Serenity (Relaxing Spa and Sapphire Waters scents).

  Renuziit is available in leading supermarkets and home improvement stores nationwide for the suggested retail price of only Php 109.75.

Got To Go To The Zumba Party At PICC On March 7, 2015

    4.0 Events Management is taking a giant leap forward and moving to our next Zumba Fitness Party event, DANCE, RECOVER REPEAT. A three (3) hour pre-summer beach themed Zumba Party with the famous and finest certified instructors and active ZIN (Zumba Instructors Network) members. Intensify the energy with celebrity Dance Master Joshua Zamora and beats by DJ InanX.

Following the unparalleled success of its two Zumba Fitness events that happened in 2014 held at CCP Folk Arts Theater last September 26, featured more that one 100 instructors from all over Luzon and joined by three popular Zumba celebrities Regine Tolentino, Joshu Amora and Ray-AN of G-Force in collaboration with Lifelne Foundation and Food f or the Hungry "Dance for Life; Dance Unite"- Dance for a Cause for the benefit of Yolanda-stricken areas, held at Quirino Grand Stand, Manila.

4.0 Events Management promises to continuously create more unique and energizing event while promoting Health and Wellness and fulfilling its commitment to take the art of creative vividness in Dance Fitness that's moving people toward happiness and health

DANCE, RECOVER, REPEAT will be held this March 7, at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) Forum CCP Complex Pasay City. Registration starts at 3pm and Zumba Party at 6pm.

The venue will be filed with more than 1,500 fitness enthusiasts from different fitness centers school and universities, call centers, government and private companies and individuals who can live up to the fitness party

This event is made possible by Lunchbox Diet, Mega Fiber, Raket.PH, Nail It, Nestle Fitnesse, Dona Maria Jasponica, Zen-Asia Massage Spa, Gardenia, Huron and Cardiclear.

Ticket price is at P500, inclusive of DDR Shirt, and loot bag with P2,500 worth of healthy freebies. For ticket inquiries reservation please call 02-2166974 and 0917-5128211 or email martin@4pointzeroevents@gmail.com.

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Watch out for the Filipino adaptation of William Shakespeare's famous tragedy written by National Artist Bienvenido Lumbera. " HARING LEAR "

   

  Studio Connections International recently announced the Celebrity Night Premiere of its initial production, in partnership with the School of Design and Arts –De La Salle INGCollege of Saint Benilde, a revival of PETA’s HARING LEAR at the SDA College of Saint Benilde on February 27, Friday, at 7:30 pm. The Filipino adaptation of William Shakespeare’s famous tragedy, written by National Artist  Bienvenido Lumbera and restaged by Nonon Padilla, received critical-acclaim at the recent Kuandu Arts Festival with a stellar cast led by Bernardo Bernardo as Lear, together with PETA’s renowned Kalinangan Ensemble. The play’s scheduled regular run include evening performances (Friday, March 6 at 7:30pm; and, Saturday, February 28 and March 7 at 7:30 pm) and matinees (Saturday, February 28 and March 7 at 2:00pm; and, Sunday, March 1 and March 8 at 2:00pm)