President's Corner

Last Thursday weekly luncheon meeting, we recognized the personalities who have, in one way or another, contributed to the rise of Tourism in the Philippines through the 2017 RCM TOURISM AWARDS, which was graced by no less than our very dynamic Tourism Secretary Wanda Tulfo-Teo. The event, chaired by the tourism institution himself, our very own Dir. Bobby Joseph, saw the airing of the video, “EXPERIENCE THE PHILIPPINES”. It was a luncheon of glitz and glamour as many key personalities in the tourism industry graced this once a year occasion. Our hats off to Dir. Bobby for a job well done.

As for updates within our club, last Thursday, June 8, 2017, the World Famous Music Chorale held its practice for our next Inaugural at the Infinity Tower Suites of Rtn. Jack Rodriguez along de la Costa in Salcedo Village, Makati City. Two days later, June 10, 2017, the Incoming Board of Directors led by PE Jimmie Policarpio held a Strategic Planning at his residence in Pacific Village, Muntinlupa City.

As to updates within the district, the Rotary International Convention in Atlanta, Georgia, USA was held last June 10-14, 2017. Further, I wish to reiterate that The District Awards 2017 was moved from June 3, 2017 to June 30, 2017. This will still be held at the Midas Hotel and Casino in Pasay City. Registration is at 5:00 pm and our club has reserved one table for this. The attire is black tie or tuxedo for men and gown for ladies.

Today, we welcome His Excellency Luis Antonio Calvo Castaño, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Spain to the Republic of the Philippines as he enlightens us on long years of Spanish-Philippine bilateral relations.

I look forward to your cooperation as we endeavor to make our stars shine in the remaining days of Rotary Year 2016-2017 through meaningful projects and fellowships that will strengthen the bonds of Asia’s First Rotary Club.