Beauty is ageless

It was a very informative afternoon for the charming ladies of the PC/PNP Retired Officers’ Ladies Organization Inc. (ROLAI) as they learned several beauty tips on how to look their best from Belo Medical Group (BMG) founder and medical director Dr. Vicki Belo during the noted cosmetic surgeon’s talk held at the PNPOLC Clubhouse in Camp Crame. Besides the beauty talk, the doctor to the stars also discussed several Belo procedures that have become top favorites of the clinic’s huge women clientele. Cheers to Vicki and the hardworking Belo Medical Group team for another successful event!

The city’s newest ‘Star’

Ortigas Center welcomes a new addition to its ever-growing business and commercial hubs in the first quarter of 2014 with the opening of the 5-star hotel Marco Polo Ortigas Manila. As part of its continuous preparation for its opening salvo next year, the first purpose-built 5-star Marco Polo hotel in the country sponsored an intimate media gathering to officially introduce Adriano Vences as its general manager. The veteran Portugese hotelier, who has been in the hospitality industry for over two decades, definitely brings a wealth of insight and experience in helping Marco Polo Ortigas Manila achieve greater heights. Welcome Adriano and more power to your newest endeavor!

Tee-off fund-raiser

Everyone enjoyed a gratifying round of golf during the Secretary Albert F. del Rosario Cup organized by the Dept. of Foreign Affairs Retirees Foundation, Inc. (DFARFI).  The invitational golf tournament held at the Wack-Wack Golf & Country Club counted 120 participants comprised mostly of retired ambassadors, top industry leaders, businessmen, and members of the diplomatic corps.  A highlight of the tournament was the ceremonial tee-off of former president Fidel V. Ramos who was joined by former ambassador to the Russian Federation Victor Garcia III, Japanese ambassador, H. E. Toshinao Urabe, and Wack-Wack president Philip Ella Juico.  During the awarding ceremonies, guest of honor Secretary Albert del Rosario congratulated DFARFI for raising funds for the medical insurance of its membership, composed of retired ambassadors and foreign service personnel who had spent the best years of their lives working tirelessly in the service of the country.  Congratulations for a successful event!

Interior designers’ prelude to 50

The Philippine Institute of Interior Designers (PIID) celebrated its 49th anniversary aptly titled “A Prelude Begins...50th” at one of Makati’s luxurious hotels Dusit Thani Manila.  A highlight of the program was the conferment of the College of Fellows to Ma. Theresa Magcase, Lilia De Jesus and Raquel Florendo for their exemplary contribution to the profession by College of Fellow chancellor Johnny Hubilla and Scribe Jacqueline Vega. Photo shows the PIID board of trustees (seated from left) corporate secretary Mary Tan, Johnny Hubilla, national president Architect Rogelio Caringal, chairman Architect Arlen De Guzman, vice president for Internal Affairs Joy Gladys Ejercito, (standing from left) executive director for Exhibits & Conventions Mark Steven Perez, executive director for Education, Architect Jose Eduardo Calma, vice president for External Affairs Alexandra Claparols, executive director for finance, Architect James Jao, treasurer Wilfrid Nicholo Magcase, and executive director for Professional Practice Marcelo Alonzo.