PHILCONSTRUCT 2010

PHILCONSTRUCT 2010 is known as one of the most remarkable events dedicated to the building and constructing industry in the Philippines. This November 11 to 14, 2010, three events namely Philippine International Construction Equipment, Building Materials Exhibition, and Technology Forum will be held at the SMX Convention Center in the Mall of Asia Complex.

The exhibit/conference, organized by the Philippine Constructors Association, Inc. (PCA), will also be a back-to-back event with HVAC/R Philippines 2010 or the 13th International Heating, Ventilating, Air-Conditioning, Refrigerating, Pumps, Valves and Pipes, Filtration and Purification Technology Exhibition, and will also incorporate Mining Asia 2010 or the 5th International Exhibition of Equipment, Machinery, Tools, Technology and Support services for the Mining Industry, and Interior World 2010 or the 7th International Interiors, Furnishing and Furniture, Lighting, Home Entertainment and Total Lifestyle Exhibition.

Expected visitors include architects, building owners, construction cos., contractors, distributors & agents, engineers, environmentalist, importers and wholesalers, interior designers, interior decorators, industrial plant operators, landscape artists, manufacturing plant owners, and OEMs/appliance manufacturers.

Philconstruct 2010 will serve as an ideal location to explore the most recent trends, products and services in the construction industry and to achieve precious knowledge of the relevant sector.

For further information, contact Global Link MP Events International Inc. at (632) 730-8588 e-mail at info@globallinkmp.com or visit the website at www.globallinkmp.com.

4th Mindanao Bloggers Summit

The Zamboanga Bloggers Community is already preparing for the 4th edition of the Mindanao Bloggers Summit on October 29-31, 2010 in the Asia’s Latin City, Ciudad de Zamboanga.

The event will carry the theme – THE MINDANAO PROJECT: Weaving Voices Online. This year’s summit aims to create a venue for Mindanaoan bloggers to discuss issues affecting them and formulate strategies to help reach their common goal of creating a brighter Mindanao.

The summit will be kicked-off by a Blogging Seminar on October 29, 2010. It aims to give newbie bloggers and blogging enthusiasts some tips on how to create successful blogs.

The summit proper will be held on October 30, 2010 at Zamboanga’s finest hotel – the Garden Orchid Hotel. Top blogging personalities and guests have already confirmed their participation as speakers during the summit. Registration fee for the summit proper is P500.

Blogs and bloggers from Mindanao will be awarded on the same day during the Philippine Blog Awards – Mindanao.

Zamboanga City has many sights and things to offer to its visitors. The organizers invite participants to visit historical and beautiful spots of the city on October 31, 2010. Partnering for the city tour are the local tourism department and the Committees on Tourism and Science and Technology of the City Council.

For more information, contact Ryann Elumba at (63927) 477-1210 or Yolynne Medina at (63916) 152-4811. Email bloggerssummit2010@gmail.com or visit http://www.mindanaobloggers.com.

Business Opportunities in Biodiversity International Conference and Exhibition

In the world of business, where does biodiversity fit in? This question was answered at the "Business Opportunities in Biodiversity" international conference and exhibition held at the Bayview Park Hotel in Manila. The conference took place last October 8, 2010 while the exhibition was from October 6 to 8. The event aimed to raise the business sector's awareness on the values of biodiversity and encouraged business to raise its stake on biodiversity conservation.

Organized by the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity (ACB) in cooperation with the Philippines' Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the European Union, and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the Conference featured discussions and presentations on the impact of biodiversity on business sustainability. Media partners were BusinessMirror and the Global News Network.

The conference also focused on the current situation of biodiversity in the ASEAN region. Studies made by international organizations on business and biodiversity and actual business cases by selected corporations from Japan and Southeast Asian nations were presented.

Key speakers included Mr. Rodrigo U. Fuentes, executive director, ACB; Dr. Mario Tabucanon, visiting professor, United Nations University – Institute of Advanced Studies, and advisor, Executive Board, the Sirindhorn International Environmental Park Foundation; Dr. Naoki Adachi, executive director, Japan Business Initiative on Biodiversity ; Atty. Darwin Mariano, public affairs director – Philippines and Asia, CEMEX Asia Pte. Ltd.; Mr. Satoshi Nimura, chairman, Nimura Genetic Solutions, Japan; Mr. Jose Reaño, managing director, Broadchem Corporation; Mr. Atsuhisa Takahashi, president, Corporate Environmental Strategy Unit, Fujitsu Limited, Japan; Mrs. Srisurang Massirikul, social and environment division manager, PTT Public Company Limited, Thailand.

The conference highlighted the clear link between business and biodiversity. "At first glance, people do not recognize the crucial connection between business and biodiversity. Business is perceived to be detached from biodiversity. Biodiversity, however, knows no boundaries, cutting across all sectors – the business sector included," Director Fuentes of the European Union-funded ACB said.

For further inquiry on the event, do contact the Center for Philippine Futuristics Studies and Management, Inc. at (+632) 753-5350 or (+632) 753-1061 or visit http://www.aseanbiodiversity.org/.

11th Health, Wellness, and Beauty Show 2010

With over 12,000 trade visitors every year, the 11th Health, Wellness, and Beauty Show 2010 will gather top companies, experts, practitioners, and industry professionals from the fitness, health, and beauty industries come October 15 to 17 to provide an exceptional venue for marketing, advertising, and promotion of health and beauty products and services.

To be held at the Megatrade Hall 3 in SM Megamall, the event's objective is to showcase the newest and innovative health and wellness programs in the market.

This three-day event will provide lectures, workshops, demonstrations, several activities, and perks like free medical consultations by beauty and medical experts and presentation of new herbal beauty products. Educational sessions about health, organic, beauty, cosmetics, natural food and drinks are also offered that could help generate new business ideas for health and wellness industry sector.

Some of the exhibitors in the event are as follows:

• Pharmaceutical Products
• BFAD/DOH Approved Medicine
• Alternative & Organic Products
• Natural/Herbal Food, Drinks and Supplements, Catering/Food Companies
• Health Services, Specialized Clinics
• Optical/Lenses, Medical Equipments
• Cosmetics, Perfumeries, Essential Oils, Soaps
• Beauty Products & Services, Beauty Institutes
• Wellness Centers, Salons, Skin Care/ Body Care, Hair Care
• Health Spa / Resort / Sport Club
• Herbal & Aromatherapy Products, Herbal Medicines and Remedies
• Herbal Food & Beverages, Fitness/ Slim Centers
• Fitness Equipments, Medical Insurance Companies
• Health Magazines/Journals/Publications
• Fashion Jewelries, Accessories, and Beauty Products
• Spiritual, Zen and Meditation Music.

For registration and inquiries, please contact the Fiera de Manila at (632) 896-0639, 896-0637, 899-6216 or e-mail at fiera@info.com.ph.

Agrilink, Foodlink, and Aqualink 2010 at the World Trade Center

The Foundation for Resource Linkage and Development, Inc. will be presenting the 17th International Agribusiness Exhibition and Seminars, the 11th International Food Processing, Packaging and Products Exhibition, and the 6th National Fisheries Exhibition and Seminars on October 7-9, 2010 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

With this year's theme, Good Agricultural Practices: Key to Competitiveness, the exhibit will focus on the continuous rapid changing of our agricultural landscape, nature of globalization of world trade, environmental degradation and a host of other factors have led the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (UN-FAO) to formulate the global standard called Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) to apply to a wide range of farming systems at different scales.

Moreover, this event is also supported by Agri-Aqua Network International, Bureau of Animal Industry, Cooperative Development Authority, Food Entrepreneurs and Exporters of the Philippines, Inc., Federation of Cattle Raisers Association of the Philippines, Federation of Goat and Sheep Producers and Associations of the Philippines, Inc., Livestock Development Council, National Federation of Hog Farmers, Inc., National Onion Growers Cooperative Marketing Association, Organic Producers Trade Association, Philippine Amalgamated Supermarkets Association, Philippine Association of Free-Range Poultry Advocates, Inc., Philippine Association of Hog Raisers, Inc., Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food, Inc., Philippine Coconut Authority, Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation, Philippine Food Processors and Exporters Organization, Philippine Rice Research Institute, Philippine Sugar Research Institute Foundation, Postharvest Horticulture Training and Research Center, Technology Resource Center, Vegetable Industry Council (Region IV-A)

For interested exhibitors, you may reach the Foundation for Resource Linkage and Development, Inc. at (632) 838-4852, 838-4549, 838-4491, 8384605, frld@pldtdsl.net or frld.agrilink@gmail.com.

Women Deliver Philippines Conference

Women Deliver Philippines, the country's first-ever localization of the global initiative that started in London, brought to spotlight the tragic deaths of women during pregnancy and childbirth, and of newborns dying during their first month of life to mobilize investment for the improvement of maternal and newborn health. “Women Deliver Philippines,” held from Sept 15 to 17, 2010, gathered 365 participants from around the country and the world, from 205 agencies, and drew 106 resource persons. They spoke on a wide range of issues from young people’s access to sexual and reproductive health services to the role of midwives; from maternal mortality and human rights to interfaith initiatives on safe motherhood; from investing financial, material and human resources toward attaining MDGs 4 and 5 to exercising effective leadership and country commitment to meeting these same goals.

Speakers from government, private and civil society organizations, including regional development leaders, gathered for the conference, to generate political commitment, and share solutions that can prevent maternal and newborn deaths and disabilities.

Health Secretary Enrique Ona delivered a keynote speech on the formal opening of the conference, which was attended by dignitaries from the Australian government, the European Union (EU) and the UN  – led by UN Resident Coordinator Jacqueline Badcock and UNFPA  Regional Director Nobuko Horibe. Ona acknowledged that the solutions needed to improve maternal health and newborn survival “do not involve rocket science,” although he acknowledged that these “require political commitment at the highest levels.”

Closing the conference, Health Undersecretary Mario Villaverde hailed Women Deliver as “timely, hopeful and relevant,” reminding everyone that “maternal health is preventable” and that in the effort to prevent mothers dying from pregnancy and childbirth, “there are no outsiders, only partners.” The national government’s commitment to promoting reproductive health was further underscored by Social Welfare Secretary Dinky Soliman, a resource person at the last plenary discussion. The Aquino administration, she said, was committed to “promoting responsible parenthood, which includes providing information on all forms of family planning methods. “Choice and access,” said Soliman, constituted the keystone of the Aquino government’s policy, reiterating the administration’s support for the pending reproductive health bills, an announcement that was met with applause by the audience.

Women Deliver Philippines was organized by the Department of Health, the UN and Likhaan Center for Women’s Health  with support from the EU. Dr. Junice Melgar, executive director of the NGO Likhaan which headed the conference secretariat, said one of the conference goals was to “re-energize” the reproductive health community in its efforts to save the lives of women and children.

The first global Women Deliver conference was held in London in 2007 to mark the 20th year of the Safe Motherhood Initiative (SMI) launched in 1987 seeking to address the tragedy of half-a-million women dying during pregnancy and childbirth. The second Women Deliver conference was held in Washington, DC in 2010.

For further information regarding the event, contact Likhaan Center for Women’s Health at 632) 926-6230 or e-mail office@likhaan.org or visit the website http://www.womendeliver.org.

First Philippine Congress Anniversary National Conference

THE Center for Bulacan Studies of the Bulacan State University (CBS BSU) with the Philippine Historical Association (PHA), National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), and University of the Philippine Lipunang Pangkasaysayan (UP LIKAS) held the National Conference on the Anniversary of the First Philippine Congress with a theme “IMAHEnasyon: Ang Paghiraya sa Nasyon at Bayan ng Congreso Filipino 1898” last September 14, 2010 at the Bulacan State University Hostel and Function Hall, City of Malolos, Bulacan.

The theme concentrated on the imagined nation and state through the ideas and concepts of the front runners of the freedom and nationhood – from Bonifacio’s 1896 Katipunan to the Aguinaldo-inspired 1898 Congreso Filipino.

Six official papers were read on the conference: Nasyon at Bayan sa Congreso Filipino 1898: Pangkalahatang Perspektibo by Dr. Zeus A. Salazar, retired history professor and History Department chairman at the UP Diliman, and coordinator of the Bagong Kasaysayan, Inc. (BAKAS); Mga Aral ng 1898: Unang Republika, Diplomasya at Imperyalismo by Dr. Evelyn A. Songco, Assistant to the Rectorfor Student Affairs, University of Santo Tomas and president of PHA; Ang Congreso Filipino: Mula Kawit hanggang Tarlac by Dr. Lino L. Dizon, Director, Center for Tarlaqueño Studies, Tarlac State University , vice-president of the Kapisanan ng mga Bahay-saliksikan sa Bansa, Inc., and consultant of the Juan D. Nepomuceno Center for Kapampangan Studies, Holy Angel University; Mga Simbolismo: Halaga ng mga ito sa Pagbubuo ng Bansang Banwa at ang Kaso ng Kongreso ng Malolos by Ian Christopher B. Alfonso, researcher, Juan D. Nepomuceno Center for Kapampangan Studies, Holy Angel University, Fellow of the BSU CBS, and secretary of the Samahang Pangkasaysayan ng Bulacan, Inc. (SAMPAKA); Saligang Batas sa Sinaunang Bayan: Ang Umalohokan at ang Kaloobang Bayan by Dr. Vicente C. Villan, History Department of UP Diliman, coordinator of BAKAS, Inc., and an active member of the Asosasyon ng mg Dalubhasa, may Hilig at Interes sa Kasaysayan (ADHIKA) ng Pilipinas, Inc.; Ang Kartilya at Kaloobang Bayan: Saligang Batas ng Katipunan at Tagapangunang Hiraya ng Saligang Batas ng Malolos by Michael Charleston B. Chua of the History Department of the De La Salle University and vice-president, Philippine Historical Association.

Also, a side lecture was delivered by Isagani B. Giron, president emeritus of SAMPAKA and consulant of the BSU CBS, Si Heneral Miong at ang mga taga-Malolos; as well as other topics by other reactors such as the legendary cat in the Barasoain Church seen in the ten-peso bill and the petition to bring back the Barasoain’s image in any monetary bill of the Republic.

“Among our regular activities and programs, this one is unique because for the first time we are given the chance to co-work with the PHA, NHCP and UP LIKAS which are considered authorities and experts in the Philippine historiography.” Dr. Agnes Crisostomo, director of BSU CBS said.

This national conference was made free to the public, but with limited reservations set to 200 only. It was endorsed by the Department of Education and the Commission on Higher Education to all the schools and other academic institutions in the country and supported by the Provincial Government of Bulacan and the City Government of Malolos.

The activity was proudly part of the Province’s celebration of Singkaban Fiesta: Buwan ng Bulacan which started last August 15 until September 15.

For more information, contact Ian Christopher Alfonso at 0916-475-2140 or e-mail through ianalfonso7@gmail.com, and Roy Devesa II at 0906-579-6378 or e-mail through roy.carpio.devesa@gmail.com. Interested parties can also get in touch with the PHA Public Relations Office at (63906) 202-0274.

InfoSec Conference 2010

Digital Filipino Club and Posh Marketing Services brought out to Filipinos a forum that generally shared and educated protective ways on how to secure environment against the radioactive internet usage. This was entitled InfoSec Conference 2010 that gathered top practitioners who shared their best practices on Information and Technology security at the Intercontinental Hotel, Makati City last August 25, 2010.

Speakers from global enterprises, technology leaders, certified security professionals and law enforcers identified risks, threats and vulnerabilities some companies are facing today. They also provided preventions and solutions to protect businesses in the country.

Various speakers who graced the event were Mr. Tunde Fafunwa, and Mr. Wilson Chua and Mr. Fernando Martirez III of Bitstop Network Services on State of Internet Infrastructure and Security in the Philippines, Mr. Paul Hubbard and Mr. Jeff Arrienda of YesPayments on Managing E-Commerce Fraud, Mr. Jojo Colina, ePLDT on Technology Presentation: Justifying your Security Spend, Peter Scott of Global Competitiveness Consultancy and Training on How Applicable is Six Sigma and ISO Standards to the IT Sector (and its security concerns), Dr. Pierre Tagle of Mobiliance on Possibilities and Security Challenges in Cloud Computing, Atty. JJ Disini of Disini & Disini Law Office and Mr. Dustin Andaya of SureSeal on State of Cyber Crime in the Philippines, and Janette Toral of DigitalFilipino Club on Search Engine Hacking and Information Gathering.

For more information on the event, contact Posh Marketing Services at (632) 443-POSH(7674), 347-7322, 0920-9826837 or 0922-8583538, email info@poshmarketingservices.com or visit the website http://www.infosecphilippines.com/.

China Machine and Electronic Show 2010

The most comprehensive China Machinery and Electronic products display tagged as China Machinery and Electronic Products Exhibition 2010 slated last August 19-21 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.

It features Chinese manufacturers of machinery and electronic products, circuit breaker, coated abrasive products plastics, rubber, machines-tools - tools, metal working industries, electronic design & components home appliances, automobile and auto parts, food processing and packing machinery

Over 300 companies from mainland China showcased over 12,000 products and new technology. Moreover, a comprehensive show of automotive and motorcycle parts and accessories, electrical products, electronic household appliances, equipment and machinery, home and office products, and industrial and hardware products were featured in the said exhibit. The event also provides a business-to-business and networking opportunities with well-known companies in the field of electronic and machinery.

This admission-free event was organized by the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products and managed by Global Link MP Events International Inc.

For more information about the event, contact Global-Link MP Events International Inc. at (632) 750-8588, 887-1304; fax (632) 750-8585; email info@globallinkmp.com or visit their website at www.globallinkph.com or www.globallinkmp.com.

Health, Beauty, Fitness, Lifestyle Asia 2010

Beauty and wellness has been all the rage these past few years in the Philippines. All around, different health products, diet programs, and beauty regimens have filled the market.

In response to the clamor, Tradecon Inc. organized Health, Beauty, Fitness, Lifestyle Asia 2010: The Fifth International Exposition on Beauty and Wellness held last Aug. 13–15 at the World Trade Center.

The three-day event was co-located with the Third Health Care Asia, Third Beauty of Life Asia, and Third Fitness and Lifestyle Asia, events which are all related to the central focus of beauty and wellness. Health, Beauty, Fitness, Lifestyle Asia 2010 is considered as the country’s biggest and most comprehensive beauty and wellness event.

Among the showcased products were aesthetics medical equipment, food supplements and beverages, herbal and natural health remedies, macrobiotic food, medical supplies, cosmetics accessories, products and equipment, hygiene products, and anti-aging regimens.

Sponsors, event partners, online partners, and media partners all graced the event, including Contours Advanced Face and Body Sculpting Institute, Spa Association Singapore, the Thai Spa Association, International Health and Wellness and Healthcare Travel Association, Global Communicator, Center for Aesthetic Studies, Techsupport.ph, 88db.com, Sulit.com, Inquirer.net, PinoyExchange.com, Business World, Business Mirror, 99.5 RT, Wave 89.1, and Magic 89.9.

For more information about Health, Beauty, Fitness, Lifestyle Asia 2010, please call Tradecon Inc. at (632)395-5137 or 440-3118 locals 102 or 107. You may also send and email to tradecon.inc@gmail.com.

HealthCare Information Management Outsourcing Services 2010

In the past few years, the health care information management and outsourcing industry broke through the market and now commands a high-value, world class playing field.

With this trend in mind, the Healthcare Information Management Outsourcing Association of the Phillippines (HIMOAP)(formerly known as Medical Transcription Industry Association of the Philippines, Inc.), together with DL Media Focus International Inc. organized HealthCare Information Management Outsourcing Services 2010 held last Aug. 10 at the Crowne Plaza Galleria.

Centered on the theme “Bringing the Philippine Workforce to the 21st Century,” the conference gathered healthcare information companies, hospital IT administrators, medical and IT professionals, entrepreneurs and business owners, educators, health maintenance groups, and medical transcription companies to learn about the healthcare information business and its various opportunities, the latest information management systems, skill and industry requirements, and the most current network trends and global perspectives in the industry.

Some of the topics discussed were the market trends and service opportunities in the Philippines, IT systems and protected health information, the value of health informatics, the international classification of diseases and current procedural technology codes in healthcare information management, and career development opportunities in the industry.

HealthCare Information Management Outsourcing Services 2010 was held in cooperation with the Business Processing Association of the Philippines, the Congressional Commission on Science and Technology, and Tholons Advisory, Investments, and Research, co-presented by PLDT Business Solutions, and supported by Bayan Telecommunications. The Philippine Star served as the event’s media partner.

For more information, please visit www.mtiapi.com or www.himoap.com, or contact DL Media Focus International Inc. at telephone numbers (632) 889-7763, 856-4954, 844-8341, or telefax number 886-4407.

APO’s 7th Biennial Congress and 30th Anniversary

In celebration of its 30th anniversary, the Association of Philippine Orthodontists (APO) held its Seventh Biennial National Orthodontic Congress at The Hotel Intercontinental Manila in Makati City last August 2 and 3, 2010. The event’s chosen theme was “Orthodontics in a Challenging World: Making All Things Possible.”

“Despite the continued evolution and progress in Orthodontics in the new millennium, the modern day orthodontist is still often confronted with various challenges,” APO President-Elect and congress chairman Dr. Roberto Tan said.

In an attempt to address these challenges, three world renowned orthodontists graced the event as the congress speakers: Dr. Peter Ngan, professor and chairman of the West Virginia University, Department of Orthodontics and Awardee of the 2007 American Association of Orthodontists Jacob Salzmann Memorial Lecture, and Dr. Stephen Wei, president of the Hong Kong Society of Pediatric Dentistry and professor Emeritus of the University of Hong Kong.

Their conjoint lecture covered the topic: “Early Orthodontic Treatment.” The congress will also feature Dr. Chris Chang, a much sought after and world renowned speaker, an orthodontic practitioner based in Taiwan who obtained his Certificate in Orthodontics and PhD in Bone Physiology from Indiana University, USA. He discussed the topic: “Management of Impacted Canines and Excellent and Efficient Finishing.”

These three speakers along with their lecture topics were carefully chosen to guarantee clinical relevance in the management of difficult orthodontic cases.

Another highlight of the congress was the induction of new officers and members of APO and Philippine Board of Orthodontics (PBO) as well as the Investiture of new Diplomates of the Philippine Board of Orthodontics in a formal ceremony. Convocation guest speaker was Antonio Adriano, Commissioner of the Professional Regulation Commission.

The APO is the national orthodontic association affiliated with the Philippine Dental Association (PDA). Since 1995, the APO has been recognized as an Affiliate Member of the prestigious World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO), a global orthodontic organization comprising 108 nations. The APO is a Charter Member of the Asian Pacific Orthodontic Society, which is composed of 16 countries regionally.

For more information contact APO at (632) 817-0222, fax (632) 817-0222, e-mail info@apo.com.ph or visit their website at www.apo.com.ph.

World Food Expo 2010 at WTC & SMX Convention - an Ultimate Food Show Experience!

Join the celebration of World Food Expo 2010 (WOFEX) for the 10th International Exposition on Worldwide Food and Beverage, Technology and Machinery  - the Ultimate Food Show Experience held at two big venues, firstly at the World Trade Center, and at the SMX Convention Center, both in Pasay City, Metro Manila on August 4 to 7.

Aside from seminars, exhibits and presentations, competition like the 1st Philippine Culinary Cup dubbed as the Country's Most Prestigious International Culinary Competition will also be one of the event's highlights to look forward to.

Some of the Expo's scheduled activities and seminars include Cake Decorating and Korean Cooking for the first day, Mediterranean Cuisines and Bartending Activity for the second day, Franchising and Trade Marking on the third day, and the Search for the Cook Idol for the last day.

WOFEX is where buyers and sellers gather every first week of August. The most number of exhibitors, the most number of trade visitors, and the most number of sales generated - these are the true measures of a successful exhibition. No wonder why WOFEX is called "The ultimate Food Show Experience!"

World Food Expo's 10th International Exposition on Worldwide Food and Beverage, Technology and Machinery sponsors are GASUL , KLG International Inc., Sun Cellular, Gomeco, Multi-Mach, Cosmic, Ajinomoto, Minami Tsushow Co. Ltd., Sunbest, Vesmach, Tefal, Joe Kuan, The Philippine STAR, Cook Magazine, BusinessMirror, Philippine Graphic, Appetite, FLAVORS, F&B World, QTV Channel 11, JIMAC, Events Incorporated, and the Sweet Life.

For more information, do contact the telefax numbers at (632) 929-7963, (632) 929-7993, (632) 426-9603, (632) 436-4209, (632) 436-4898; e-mail address at info@PEPGroup.com, or visit the website at www.pepgroup.com.

Philippine Society of Sanitary Engineers, Inc. 2010 Midyear National Convention

Proper sanitation is one of the keys to healthy living environments and lifestyles.

Focused on the theme “Working Together Towards a Clean, Safe, and Healthy Environment,” the Philippine Society of Sanitary Engineers, Inc. launched their 2010 Midyear National Convention last July 29–31 at the Hotel Stotsenberg in Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga.

Lined up in the series of lectures/seminars were general subjects subdivided into specific topics: (1) Solid Waste Management (Updates on Health Care Management, Design Considerations of a Sanitary Landfills, and Updates on the Implementation of RA 9003); (2) Public Health Engineering (Water Safety Plans, The National Sustainable Sanitation Program, Household Water Treatment, and Floating Toilet); (3) Water and Wastewater Engineering (The National Sewerage and Sanitation Program, Septage Management Program, and Updates in Local Water Supply); and (4) Innovation and Updates in Building Systems, Fire Protection and the Green Building Technology.

For details and inquiries, please contact the secretariat at (632) 434-0591, email info@psense.org.ph or log on to the website www.psense.org.ph. You may also contact the convention chairman Engr. Ramil Gutierrez (convention chairman) at 0922-5621357, Engr. Noel Yumol (co-chairman) at 0922-8936988, or Engr. Ascencion Forte Jr. (national president) at 0915-4118560.

Reducing Risks and Disasters Forum

September 26 last year, the Philippines experienced a staggering amount of rain – more than 20 years of combined rainfall that submerged a large part of Metro Manila as Tropical Storm Ondoy damaged billions worth of properties and businesses, dislodged common people and celebrities from their homes, and took the lives of unfortunate victims. Most were caught unaware and even more were clueless on what to do when calamity strikes.

Almost a year later, parts of the country are still reeling from the after effects. To better equip the public against the dangers of typhoons and floods, a panel of experts from the University of the Philippines, PAG-ASA, and the Department of Agriculture, organized and held a forum entitled “Reducing Risks and Disasters due to Rainfall Variability: Protecting Life, Food, and Property from Flood and Drought.”

The forum was held last July 29 at the National Institute for Science and Mathematics Education Auditorium at UP Diliman. Focusing on courses of action that could possible reduce the effects of rainfall variability on life, food, and property, the forum discussed three water-related subjects: Water-Related Hazards in the Philippines, Food Supply Vulnerability to Water-Related Hazards, and Institutional Course of Action to Reduce Water-Related Risks and Disasters.

For more information, contact the Department of Agriculture at (0632) 928-8741 to 65, email webgroup@da.gov.ph or visit http://www.da.gov.ph/

1st Philippine Chocolate and Ice Cream Show

Business Meetings Tradeshows & Events Solutions, Inc in partnership with Pastry Alliance of the Philippines launched the 1st Philippine Chocolate and Ice Cream Show in conjunction with Hotel-Hostel & Restaurant Expo Philippines last July 14-16 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City.

The sweetest show in the country is 3-day event that showcased a wide array of chocolate exhibits and presentations with competitions and prices at stake. Aside from those, Ms. Susana F. Edilo of Equilibrium Intertrade Corporation shared some of her expertise and insights on the Coffee Business Seminar on the first day of the event. The second day of the event highlighted a tasty competition of deserts tagged as Plated Dessert Wars. The third day marked the awarding of the winners of the competition.

Media partners of the successful event were: Business World http://www.bworldonline.com/, HerWord.com, and DZAR 102.6. Moreover, this very successful sweet show was sponsored and partnered with F&B World, Actron, Callebaut, Bakersfield, Corman Professional, PFESCORP, Magnolia, Great Food, Magnolia Gold Butter, San Miguel Mills, Delish, Tamayo’s Catering, King Sue, Max Ideas Marketing Corporation, Salem, Synergy, Sweetlink, ZenAsia, and International School for Culinary Arts and Hotel Management.

For more information, contact the Business Meetings Tradeshows & Events Solutions, Inc. (BMT) at (632) 328-8876 or 78, 307-8876 or 78, fax (632)328-8878, 307-8878, email bmt.events@gmail.com or visit http://philchocoshow.weebly.com/

15th Graphic Expo and Photo Video Expo 2010

The 15th Edition Graphic Expo 2010 celebrated back to back with this year’s Photo Video Expo last June 17-19 at the SMX Convention Center.

The three-day expo presented seminar topics including Desktop Publishing, Digital Photography and Imaging, Pre-Press Print Production, Large Format Printing, Sign making, Out-of-Home, Web Publishing, Multimedia, and Animation and Video.

The first day of the expo focused on Advanced Photoshop and discusses on other Adobe Programs’ tips and techniques. The second day is more on Color management and studied some of the business side of creativity which also discusses more on photography and event coverage. The last day is more focused on the moving pictures like video clips and animation, which uses Adobe After Effects.

The event was organized in cooperation with its sponsors: Canon, GPI, the Philippine Star, Business Mirror, adobo magazine, Inquirer.net, ComputerWorld, PC Buyer’s Guide, PC World, MediaG8way, sulit.com.ph, i-mag, Jam 88.3, Wave89.1, Magic 89.9, Techforge, Enterprise, and FISSI.

For more information, contact Fiera de Manila at (632) 896-0639, 896-0637, 899-6216 or e-mail fiera@info.com.ph. Visit the website at www.fmi.com.ph.

Veterinary Practitioners Association of the Philippines 38th Annual Scientific Conference

The latest international standards in veterinary practice will be introduced by respected speakers during the 38th annual scientific conference of the Veterinary Practitioners Association of the Philippines this June 10 – 11, 2010 at the Heritage Hotel Manila in Pasay City.

The event will carry the theme, “Achieving International Standards for Veterinary Practice.” Dr. Tomas Acorda, Professional Regulations Commission Board of Veterinary Medicine will deliver the keynote address. The annual conference is an excellent opportunity for veterinary and related companies to introduce their products and services to veterinary practitioners and update themselves with the latest developments and trends in veterinary practice.

There will be plenary sessions tackling topics such as farm inspection system, animal nutrition, household investigation, standards in disease diagnostics, treatment of animal patients, use of electrocardiography, breeding behavior, among others.

There will also be case presentations and the annual awarding of the Outstanding Practitioners in Companion Animal Practice, Poultry Practice, Swine Practice, Large Animal Practice, Laboratory Animal Practice, Veterinary Practice and Academe, and the prestigious VPAP Grand Award.

On-site registration fee is P4, 000.00 or members and P4, 700.00 for non-members. International participants will be charged $130.00. Convention fee will be inclusive of kits, conference documentations, and lunch and refreshments throughout the two-day affair.

For more information, contact the VPAP secretariat at (632) 926-6603 or email vpapsecretariat@yahoo.com.ph.

Philippine Bonsai Festival

Miniature trees were the stars of the show at the Philippine Bonsai Festival, formally opened last May 15 at The Podium and lasted through May 30, filled with seminars and workshops about the art of Bonsai.

Organized by the Philippine Bonsai Society Inc. (PBSI), with the cooperation of Bulacan Bonsai Artists Inc., Kapampangan Horticulture, and the Bonsai Artists Association of Tarlac, the Philippine Bonsai Festival 2010 also featured the Suiseki Competition. Suiseki is the Japanese art of stone appreciation.

Among the seminars and workshops featured were: the Introduction to the Art of Bonsai (May 16), Penjing: The Art of Chinese Landscape (May 16); Training of Bonsai (May 22); Suiseki: The Art of Natural Stone Appreciation (May 23); Caring for Bonsai and Preparation for Exhibit (May 29); and the Hands on Bonsai Workshop (May 30), conducted by the PBSI.

Winners for the Suiseki Competition were Bhoy Apostol’s “Cascade Stone,” first place; Erwin Tica’s “Dancing Dolphins,” second place; and Pabling Dychitan “Talampas,” third place. Natural Stone Society of the Philippines (PBSI) president Ms. Fely Gupit presented the awards.

For more information, please call the Concierge at the Podium at telephone number 638-9781 local 120 or the Philippine Bonsai Society Inc. at (632) 721-7818.

Cebu Sports Science Seminar to be Held at USC

The country’s sought-after specialists in the field of sport science will share key information on how athletes and sports enthusiast can achieve maximum performance and be better than their competitors during the Sports Science Initiatives (SSI) Sports Science seminar series-Cebu leg on May 28 - 29, 2010 at the Theodore Buttenbruch Hall of University of San Carlos (USC) in Cebu City.

Organized by LAN Sports & Events Inc., and hosted by the USC Physical Education Department, the event aims to upgrade the knowledge and skill of Key Influencers such as Sports Coaches, Physical Education Teachers, Fitness Coaches, Physical Therapists, Nurses, Sports Science Students, Physical Education Students, Athletic Trainers, Conditioning Coaches, etc. through lecture-demonstrations.

Sports enthusiasts and athletes are always aiming to become stronger and better in their chosen sport. Proper training and conditioning are important to achieve this. Whether its basketball, volleyball, swimming, badminton, or contact sports, an athlete and their respective coaches and trainers need to understand what the body needs in order to achieve full potential.

Respected experts in sports science will share valuable information throughout the two-day event. Invited resource speakers include:

• Sanirose S. Orbeta, MS, RD, FADA - Sports Nutrition
• Dr. Jose Raul Canlas, Medical Director of the Moro Lorenzo Sports Complex - Sports Injury Management
• Pio Solon, CSCS, and Dean Hercules Callanta, College of Human Kinetics, UP– Diliman - Strength & Conditioning
• Dr. Julian Montano - Sports Psychology
• Josephine Joy B. Reyes, MPE - Career in Sports Science
• Niño Sinco – Fluid Guidelines for Performance.

The SSI Sports Science Seminar is sponsored by Phiten Philippines, TechnoGym, Gatorade, ASICS, Mueller Sports Medicine, and Hi Smart. This event is endorsed by the Philippine Association for Sports and Exercise Science (PHASES) and the Gatorade Sports Science Institute (GSSI), and Philippine Olympic Committee (POC).

Limited seats are available for 2010 Sports Science Initiatives Seminar Series - Metro Cebu. Registration Fee is PhP1, 000.00 inclusive of giveaways, handouts, lunch for both days, and Certificate of Participation. Deadline for registration is on May 24, 2010.

For more information about the event, contact Ms. Astrid Ocampo of the USC PE Dept at (0923) 280-7120 or Coach Pio Solon, CSCS at (0932) 641-9772 or email sps_initatives@yahoo.com.