Increasing city competitiveness and furthering the development of local communities are missions every responsible member of a community must be a part of. These are not the sole functions of entities like local governments and business organizations. They are best addressed through multi-sectoral understanding and cooperation.
These being so, First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities (FAITH), has been leading the promotion of the development of North Batangas area through its North Batangas Summit.
On January 25, 2008, FAITH in cooperation with Bato Balani Foundation Inc (BBFI), will be holding the 4th North Batangas Summit. This year, the summit will focus on one of the pressing issues in Batangas: Environmental Protection and Management.
The biennial summit is being organized to help spur the growth of the North Batangas area, the next vital component in the development of the Calabarzon growth corridor, taking into consideration proper urban planning which takes into account not only profits but also the people and the planet.
The summit is a fulfillment of FAITH’s mission of "serving the community through relevant extension and outreach programs." North Batangas Summit is part of the school’s CALABARZON Development Forum, which is a community outreach initiative of FAITH.
4th North Batangas Summit
January 25, 2008
Environment, Quality of Life and Economic Progress:
The Case for a Thriving and Livable North Batangas
North Batangas Summit 2008 Ticket Price:
Whole Day (All Sessions with Lunch): Php 900
Morning Plenary with morning snacks: Php 400
*Luncheon: Php 400
All afternoon Sessions with afternoon snacks: Php 400
Luncheon will be prepared by Chef Paul Poblador of Kusina Salud. Kusina
Salud is one of the destinations in the tourist map, Viaje del Sol, which
showcases different places of interest in Laguna, Quezon, and Batangas.
Tickets and luncheon passes are available at the Registration. Those who
wish to purchase additional tickets or luncheon passes are advised to
register early as there are limited slots available.
PROGRAM
MORNING SESSION
Venue: Multi purpose Hall
9:00 am to 12:00 noon
Invocation
Philippine National Anthem
Briefing/Rundown of Activities and Report on the Past Summits
Lalaine Manalo, Dean of the College of Business and Accountancy
First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities
Opening Remarks
Saturnino G. Belen Jr, President
First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities
Message
Cong. Victoria H. Reyes
Representative, 3rd District of Batangas
Business and the Environment
Susan Roxas
WWF Philippines
Environment Management for Poverty Reduction
Invited, Takashi Ohmura
Asian Development Bank
Updates on the Calabarzon Region
Richard Albert Osmond
Private Sector Representative and Former Chair, Regional Development Council
Balancing Culture, Eco-Tourism and Business Growth
Mr. Guillermo Luz
Executive Vice President, Ayala Foundation
Open Forum
Break; Registration for the afternoon plenary
LUNCHEON
Venue: Taal-Makiling Conference room
12:15 - 1:30 pm
Invited Speaker:
Gov. Vilma Santos-Recto (to be confirmed)
Governor of Batangas
Guest Chef: Chef Paul Poblador of Kusina Salud
AFTERNOON SESSION: FIRST ASIA BRIEFINGS
Venue: Multi purpose Hall
2:00 - 4:30 pm
A venue for the sharing of ideas, opinions by professionals in dialogue with
the local government, citizens and students of North Batangas on issues and
topics that will span the areas of business, tourism, culture and economic
opportunities in its surrounding cities and municipalities.
For this summit, discussions will focus on the tourism potential of North
Batangas and the present efforts in promoting tourism in the area. Various
issues concerning eco-tourism will also be discussed.
Moderator:
Ms. Cora Claudio
President, Earth Institute Asia Inc.
Invited Panelists:
Ms. Patis Tesoro, Mr. Bill Luz, Mr. Richard Albert Osmond, Susan Roxas
(WWF), Batangas Vice Gov. Mark Leviste
COCKTAILS
4:30-5:00 pm
Looking Back: The Past Summits
1st North Batangas Summit
January 19, 2002 "Planning Together for a Better Future"
Speakers
Hon. Hermilando I. Mandanas
Governor of Batangas
Development of East Batangas
Mr. Bert Mendoza
City Administrator, Tanauan City Environment Impact of Urbanization
Ms. Lilia G.C. Casanova
Deputy Director
United Nations Environment Program Urban Future for Our Towns and Cities
by Arch. Felino Palafox, Jr.
Principal Architect/Urban Planner
Palafox Associates Identifying Opportunities in East Batangas
by Arch. Leonardo Poco
Architect L.A. Poco and Associates
2nd North Batangas Summit
28 January 2005
"The Emerging North Batangas Metropolitan Area"
Cong. Vicky Reyes, District III
City Development for Poverty Reduction
Allen Williams
Principal Urban Specialist, Asian Development Bank
Lakeside Development:
The LLDA Experience
Jose Kintanar Carino
Laguna Lake Development Authority
World Bank - LLDA Liscop Project Planning for Regions in Growing Economies
Dr. Zenaida Manalo
UP School of Urban Planning
City Development Strategy (CDS) - Introduction and Process
Ms. Vickie Batac-Antonio
CDS National Coordinator
The 3rd North Batangas Summit
27 January 2006
"Calabarzon Growth Corridor: Balancing Ecology and Economic Development" The Development of Taal’s Lakeside Communities
Cong. Vicky Reyes, District III
Business Opportunities in Calabarzon
Richard Albert Osmond
Chair
Regional Development Council
Region IV
The Rich Heritage of Southern Tagalog in Filipino Culture
Patis Tesoro
Katutubong Filipino Foundation
For inquiries, you may call (043) 778 0656 loc 350 and look for Atty. Gay Marie Francisco.
