<![CDATA[Junior Chamber International - Makati (Philippines)]]> JCI-Makati CMS <![CDATA[News]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati donated goods to Typhoon Frank victims.]]>
JCI Makati donated some goods to Philippine Red Cross for Typhoon Frank. In photo: Sen. Dick Gordon (Chairman of Phils. Red Cross) and some JCI Makati boys.
]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati Supports End Hunger: Walk the World (TV replay)]]> Archive link: GMAnews.TV]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati Supports End Hunger: Walk the World]]>

In support of the global awareness event initiated by TNT and Unilever, for the benefit of the UN World Food Programme, "End Hunger: Walk the World", the Junior Chamber International (JCI) Makati-Philippines, led by its President Jay Santiago, donates and makes official its support for WFP to help raise funds and public awareness to feed as many as 59 million children around the world, who attend school hungry. (L-R seated: JCI Makati President Jay Santiago, WFP National Ambassador KC Concepcion, WFP Acting Country Director Alghassim Wurie, TNT Country HR Manager Cecilia Casas.]]> <![CDATA[Feels like a Hole-in-One success for JCI Makati!]]>

JCI Makati had a successful Golf Cup last May.21 at the Villamor Golf Course, project chaired by JCI Mem. Levi San Buenaventura.  In photo were the winners in all categories. We would like to thank the following major sponsors: PCSO, Buisnessmirror, PlayBoy, Businessworld, Gold's Gym, HSBC and XFM92.3.  For the minor sponsors: Suzuki, Club Car, Texas Eagle, JVC, Toyota Pasong Tamo Inc., Flanax, Coppertone, Honest, Microtel Inn & Suites, SC Stock Farm, Coca-cola, Prudential Life, Honda Cars Makati, Eton, Cebu Pacific and TBWA\SMP Digital.]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati met up with Prince Frederick]]>

Another update for everyone for JCI Makati's international news.  JCI Mem. Ruel Fundales (JCI Makati's Ambassador for Europe) finally got the chance to hook up with JCI London.  It was very timely as the chapter is hosting events this week and the chapter President and her business director gladly invited JC Ruel to meet up with them.

So last May 8, as part of their international guest list and as representative of JCI Makati,  JCI Mem. Ruel Fundales attended the JCI London sponsored European Capitals Meeting (ECM 2008) - an annual event wherein delgates from JCI chapters of key cities in Europe gather for a 2 day event to discuss global issues, unity projects in europe and host the other delegates. London is hosting it this year and invited guests included Brian Savannah ( 2008 World Vice President) and Richard Tong ( JCI Manchester President).  Going forward, Sofie Sandell, JCI London President, will include me in their events. Photo (L-R): Prince Frederick von Saxe-Launberg, Brian Savannah ( 2008 World Vice President), Sofie Sandell ( 2008 JCI London President), Don Hartsell (guest from Houston, Texas City Hall), and JCI Mem. Ruel Fundales.

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JCI Makati celebrated JCI Week successfully last April 13--19, 2008.  President Jay Santiago dressed up the whole street of Pasay Road and Makati Avenue with JCI Makati's streamers alternated with JCI Creed on streamers.  JCI Makati's Director for Comunity, JCI Mem. Mike Dizon was the man behind in putting up hese banners to create awareness of JCI Week.  The whole week were full different daily events from Bazaar to leaders workshops. (Photo left: Makati Avenue, Photo right: Pasay Road)
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JCI Makati and JCI Makati Princess Urduja organized a Cashflow 101 workshop game last April 12, 2008.  It was well attended by different entrepreneurs and leaders across all ages. The event was spearheaded by JCI Makati's Past President Pepet Macachor.  Photo right: JCI Cebu Uptown Past President Ray Alcoseba delivering his inspirational talk. He's a guest player and owner La Maison Restaurant. Beside him was JCI Makati Past President Pepet.
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The JCI Metro Area 2 had there "Pajamas" Valentines Party at Grilla Rockwell.  It was a well attended event headed by NEVP JCI Sen. Louie Basilio.  Photo left were President Jay Santiago (of JCI Makti), President Rhona Manguera (of JCI Makati Princess Urduja) and some members in action. Photo in right were EVP Ana Altamarino and JCI mem. Liezl Altamarino (of JCI Bacoor Pambungad) and JCI Mem. Syed Sha, JCI Mem. Levi San Buenaventura and Dir-Int'l JCI Mem. Mike Reyes (of JCI Makati). These are dynamic young leaders and entrepreneurs who worked so hard in their day-to-day job but knows how to party hard as well. Kudos!!! ]]> <![CDATA[32nd Ten Outstanding Students of Makati]]>
JCI Makati in partnership with the City of Makati under the leadership of City Mayor Jejomar Binay celebrated again the success of the 32nd year search of the Ten Outstanding Students of Makati.  For 32 years, JCI Makati and the City Makati were able to choose and acknowledge the brightest students in the City of Makati.  This year's award was co-chaired by JCI Mem. Louie Zamuco (JCI Makati's VP for Development) under the  leadership of JCI Makati's President Jay Santiago, JCI Makati was able to fulfill again its commitment for their service to humanity and empowering the youth in the city of Makati. ]]> <![CDATA[JCI Philippine 2008 National Board Induction]]>
JCIP National Officer's Induction at Malacanang Palace Headed by National President Angelo Rapahel Lesaca.  Third (3rd) from left is JCI Senator Lear San Buenaventura, the 2008 National Vice President (NVP) for Metro South Area and JCI Makati's Past President.  NVP Lear was also awarded as the Best chapter President during his term.
]]> <![CDATA[44th Induction and Turnover Ceremonies]]>
JCI Makati marks their 44th year of Induction and Turnover Ceremonies held at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel last February 10, 2008.  As their outgoing President Louie Cale turnover the Presidential Gavel and Medallion to the new 2008 President Joshua John "Jay" C. Santiago. Posing with the current JCI Makati 2008 Board of Directors  and seated in front were some of the Past Presidents, JCI Past World President Crispin Dy (JCI Makati Past President), JCI  Philippines 2008 National President Rip Lisaca and  Ilo-ilo Vice Mayor (JCI Makati Past President) Jed Patrick Mabilog. The said event was well attended by more than 300 guests from different JCI chapters including international chapters.
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Japan - Promoting and reliving the tenet "Brotherhood of Men Transcends to Sovereignty of Nations" JCI Makati Vice President Operations JCI Mem. Paolo Laurena and Vice President Development JCI Mem. Luis Zamuco successfuly implemented the Japan leg of "INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPEMENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM" visiting several cities such as Osaka, Kyoto and Tokyo last January 17-22, 2008
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Joint JCI Makati - Makati Princess Urduja Christmas Party 2007 held at Nuvo Bar Greenbelt Makati sponsored by Ralph's Wine Store, Tonton's Massage, Red Corner.  The event themed "White Christmas" was attended by delegates from JCI Island Hongkong headed by JCI Mem. Chan Fook Man, one of JCI Makati's international sister chapters
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Chesterfield, MO, USA - On December 31, 2007 JCI University recently conferred Certified Local Trainer (CLT) to JCI Makati Vice President - Operations JCI Mem. Manuel Paolo J. Laurena for his support to the call of JCI of Individual Development to its local members. An addition to the succesful roster of trainers in JCI Makat, he may now continue to share JCI Trainings for other JCI local organization in the Philippines.
]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati Recently Launced a Facebook plugin for WarmingSign]]>
JCI Makati recently launched a Facebook plugin/apps for their project WarmingSign.org so you can easily invite your Facebook friends to sign-up the cause.]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati Boys in UK]]>
JCI Mem. Ruel Fundales (JCI Makati's Ambassador for UK) did a symbolic welcome for JCI Sen. Don Bales (JCI Makati's Ambassador for Australia) who visited him last November before the 2007 World Congress.  Orange color has been the chapter color of JCI Makati since it was founded 43 years ago. 
]]> <![CDATA[2007 JCI World Congress-Antalya, Turkey]]>
(In photo: JCI Mem. Jane and JCI Sen. Don with the WorldCon registration team)

JCI Sen. Don Bales had the time of his life during the Antalya JCI World Congress last Nov. 5-11, 2007. As winner of last year's First Timer's Award in Korea, he was given FREE registration to this year's congress. This year's World Congress is housed in the Topkapi and Kremlin palace, a famous resort in Antalya by the Mediterranean Sea, and with an all inclusive arrangement (you can eat and drink as much as you want as if you're a sultan). ]]> <![CDATA[JCI Sen. Don goes to UK and Ireland]]>

Firing up a JCI career in international training, JCI Sen. Don conducted two trainings on "Project Planning" and "Being the Best JCI Member You Can Be!" for JCI Dublin last Oct. 30 (Tue) in the Dublin Chamber of Commerce Hall in Ireland. The trainings were attended by 20 people both JCI members and new potential members, and organized by JCI Dublin 2007 Deputy President and 2008 President Kevin Guerin. A fellowship dinner followed in an Irish restaurant. Also, present in the event was JCI Makati Princess Urduja Vice President Daryll Bales, together with whom JCI Sen. Don won the 2006 JCI Philippines Most Oustanding Family Award.]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati Members Won on the Recent Barangay Elections]]>
Congratulations to JCI Mem. Joshua John "Jay" C. Santiago for winning the recent 2007 Barangay Elections as the Brangay Chairman of San Lorenzo (Makati City), the richest barangay in the Philippines.  JC Jay is also the incoming President of JCI Makati for 2008.  Among the JCI Makati members and officers who won as Barangay San Lorenzo Councilors ("Kagawad") were JCI Mem. Mike Dizon, JCI Mem. Noah Nocon and JCI Mem. Chu Hernandez , Past President of JCI Makati Princess Urduja (JCI Makati's female chapter).]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati won some awards last 2007 JCIP NATCON]]>
JCI Makati displayed again their proof of excellence by winning the Merit Award for Best Chapter and Merit for Best Chapter Website during the 2007 JCIP National Convention, last October 11-14, held in Cebu City, Philippines.
]]> <![CDATA[President Louie attended the AdvertisingWeek in NewYork]]>
President Louie attended the Online Media, Marketing and Advertising Conference (OMMA) and 2007 AdverisingWeek in New York last September 24 to 28, 2007.  Pres. Louie was able to establish a solid network with the high profiled advertising and interactive personalities in the United States. Photos from left; Alex Bogusky - founder and Chief Creative Officer of Crispin Porter + Bogusky (CP+B), Nick Law and Barry Wacksman of RG/A and Craig Newmark-founder of the famous Craigslist.org]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati launched GlobalWarming Signature Campaign]]>
Sign up to stop the melting.  The candle in WarmingSign.org was programmed to melt away if no one signifies their concern for mother earth. Global Warming is a scientific reality that all humans face.  Some of the things we do have a negative impact on our planet. We need to reverse this impact now.  WarmingSign.org is a joint project by JCI Makati, Klima.ph (Manila Observatory) and TBWA\SMP advertising agency.  Another innovative IDEA by JCI Makati - MAKA I.T.
]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati's website won Major award in Area Conference]]>
JCI Makati won the Major Award for the Best Chapter website in the 2007 Metro Area Conference.  JCI Makati also won the Major Award for the Best International Development Program. Merit Award for Best Youth Program.]]> <![CDATA[Website Making Seminar]]>
In line of JCI Maka I.T. program. JCI Makati hosted a Website Making Seminar during the 2007 Metro Area Conference at Club Manila East Resort, Rizal City.  It was attended by chapters who are interested of using our FREE Content Management System (CMS)]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati supported 2007 AlayLakad]]>
JCI Makati, headed by their President Louie Cale fully supports the 2007 AlayLakad last September 2, 2007.  It was also attended by the incoming Metro South NVP, JCI Sen. Lear Buenaventura.]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati shares their website platform for FREE]]>

JCI Makati FREE Content Managent System

"That economic justice can best be won by freemen through free enterprise..." JCI Makati opens their website platform (Content Management System) to chapters that needs a website for FREE. The system is free (usually it costs P30k-60k to develop). Our only request from the chapter is to shoulder the other expenses like the minimal hosting fees.]]> <![CDATA[JCI Sen. Don Bales soars high in Australia]]>

JCI Sen. Don Bales of JCI Makati has been active in JCI Australia since he moved there last February 2007. He attended the JCI Australia Annual General Meeting last April 2007 during the visit of JCI Vice Pres. Koichiro Hasegawa to Australia. JCI Don has forged closed ties with JCI Sydney through its president, Colin Lee, and is working towards a twinning relationship between JCI Makati and JCI Sydney. He also participated during the very first conduct around the world of the JCI Admin Course held in Melbourne last April 2007. JCI Sen. Don will be a speaker on the upcoming Antalya 2007 World Congress.

]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati powered the Payatas rag makers]]>

In partnership with the Jesuits and LD Community, JCI Makati supports the Payatas rag makers.  A rag made from recycled scraps of cloth to augment their family income.  JCI Makati helps the community market it worldwide. We also designed the branding from logo to labels.  One of our vision is to make it a novelty item. Rags2Riches will be featured in ShopTalk ANC channel on August 28, 2007.

]]> <![CDATA[JCI Makati powered Gawad Kalinga's new online donations.]]>

As we live our JC creed "...the service to humanity is the best work of life."  The Junior Chamber International-Makati is proud to launch PixelAdCharity.org online donation for Gawad Kalinga –"Building blocks of home for the poor"..  A joint project by JCI Makati and Gawad Kalinga Foundation. One of the Junior Chamber core values is to develop community projects.  JCI-Makati initiated and powered this platform to help GawadKalinga raise funds for building villages for the poor.  Please help us spread the news to your friends. We also hope that this project will create some noise to global Filipino communities. JCI Makati 2007 President Louie Cale, PixelAdCharity Project Chairman JCI Mem. Kurt Soliman, Co-chairman JCI Mem. Ruel Mindoro and the 2007 Board of Directors would like to thank you with your kindness and support. Another innovatice IDEA by JCI Makati - MAKA I.T.

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