Cebu Happenings

  𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞! Today, Globe hosted a Digital Thumbprint Forum with students from the Mandaue City College, aligning with the Department of Education's Digital Thumbprint Program in partnership with Globe, Optus, and Singtel. With speakers like Patrick Gloria, Cloyd Masaudling, and experts from Globe Group, topics like online safety, cyberbullying, and responsible social media use were discussed. Hundreds of students across all year levels joined to enhance their digital literacy and safety awareness. Doc Lilibeth Mayol, School Administrator for Mandaue City College, expressed her gratitude for the event's importance in equipping students with skills to navigate the digital landscape safely. Held at the Mandaue Sports and Cultural Complex, this forum aims to empower students to be responsible digital citizens. #DigitalThumbprintProgram #DTP #DigitalThumbprintForum #DigitalLiteracy #ResponsibleCitizenship #StudentEmpowerment #Glob

  𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐝-𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧, 𝐁𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐥 Nestled high atop a mountain in Carmen, Bohol, the Sitio Mahayahay community within Barangay Montesuerte stands to benefit from a groundbreaking project that leverages the power of solar and wind energy to revolutionize access to water and lighting. Led by Sibol ng Agham at Teknolohiya Inc. (SIBAT) and MISEREOR, in close collaboration with the provincial and local governments, GlobalGiving, Anakata Wind Power Resources, and the Centre for Neighbourhood Studies, this initiative aims to confront the critical challenges of water scarcity and limited electricity access —persistent issues affecting the area's 28 households. By harnessing renewable energy, specifically Small Wind Turbines, the project promises to deliver a dependable water supply for both domestic and agricultural needs, while also providing sustainable

𝐂𝐂𝐂𝐈 𝐆𝐌𝐌 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩, 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲. February 23rd marked a significant occasion as the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) convened for its General Membership Meeting (GMM) for 2024. The prestigious event unfolded in the exquisite Ballroom 1 of Cebu Ocean Park. Hosted by DJ Moises, CEO & Co-Founder of XP Plus Solutions, Inc., the GMM attendees were treated to an enlightening presentation by the esteemed Keynote Speaker, Mr. Jose Rene Almendras, President of the Management Association of the Philippines. His address, centered on ‘Competitive Cebu,’ provided valuable insights into our province’s position on the national stage, captivating attendees with his wealth of knowledge. Almendras emphasized the vital role of engaged members in driving Chamber initiatives, fostering belonging and participation. Addressing broader concerns, he outli

𝐀𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐜. 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐞𝐛𝐮 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐬 (𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐏𝐂). Photo shows CONPC founder Robby Mongaya Alugar shakes hands with Ms. Maureen Mauricio-Licyayo, DIPHM, DPCHA, CHA Regional Manager-Marketing of Aventus Medical Care. Founded in 2009, Aventus is the foremost Corporate Health Care Service Provider in the Philippines today. It is committed to providing efficient and enhanced healthcare services for its clients, with the view of creating a healthy corporate work environment. In Cebu City, Aventus Clinics are located at Unit 302 & 309, Level 3, 2029 Robinsons Cybergate Don G. Garcia and J. Llorente St., Capitol Site with contact nos. (032) 238-3922/ (032) 238-7672/ (032) 236-9028, and at Unit 203 2/F TGU Tower, Phase 1 Asiatown I.T. Park, Barangay Apas with contact nos. (032) 268-8902/ (032) 268-9236. Aventus Bacolod City clinic is located at RL Jocson Bldg. 21st St. B.S. Aquino Drive, B

𝐒𝐄𝐂 𝐂𝐞𝐛𝐮 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬 Corporations may now file amendments to their articles of incorporation (AoI) or by-laws online, as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continues to launch new digital systems that will streamline and automate its processes. The Commission on January 15 issued SEC Memorandum Circular No. 3, Series of 2024, providing the Guidelines on the Use of the Electronic Application for Modification of Entity Data (eAMEND) Portal. Starting February 23, applications for amendments to a corporation’s AoI and/or by-laws shall be made through the eAMEND Portal, in line with the Commission’s shift to electronic filing, mandated under Republic Act No. 11232, or the Revised Corporation Code of the Philippines. “The eAMEND Portal is the Commission’s newest innovation that will make filing documents faster, easier, and more efficient for the transacting public,” SEC C