2008 NT Cir. No. 01
Date: September 28, 2007

TO : All LOM Presidents / National Officers and Key Jaycees
FROM : The Incoming National Treasurer
RE : 2008 Early Bird Promo Package
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Warmest Greetings Fellow JCI Members

The country’s economy seems to have bright prospects but our monetary currency still remains volatile which create negative effects on our economic condition. With these your incoming 2008 National Board still remains optimistic amidst all these dire economic predictions. Consequently, our organization must also look positively towards an economic upswing particularly alongside our targets in membership growth, sourcing of funds for our national projects and activities and at the same time cope with our administrative obligations.

This year’s incoming leadership, cognizant of the difficulties experienced by everyone will do whatever it can to alleviate this burden. It is for this reason that we have decided to forego the plan of increasing the membership dues and maintain the current rate at ONE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED PESOS (Php 1, 500.00) per member. We will just find other means by instituting a more prudent financial management and conduct more aggressive fundraising campaigns to bridge the gap.

In order to encourage LOMs to pay their membership dues as early as possible, your incoming 2008 National Board has created an attractive “Early Bird Promo Package”. For those LOMs who will pay either in cash or dated checks on or before the National Convention on October 11-13, 2007, they will be entitled to the following.

1. A Twenty percent Discount (20%) on their membership dues (Php 1, 200.00 per member).

2. Aside from earning the Maximum 25 JCIPEA points for a minimum of 25 paid members, early birds will be given 15 Bonus Points and an additional one (1) point per paid member in excess over last year’s declaration.

3. A package of the following items for FREE: a LOM President’s Shirt, LOM President’s Manual in CD, LOM President’s Pin, LOM President’s Nameplate.

4. All Early Birds are entitled to join the Raffle Draw for Free Cellular Phones Units.

However, we are still encouraging all LOMs to pay their membership dues and still get the change to avail the said early bird scheme except for the raffle draw have a cellular phone units. If dues is paid on or before December 28, 2007, 10 bonus points will be given while dues paid on or January 31, 2008, 5 bonus points will be given.

We are confident that with your strong support we can face the challenges and responsibilities during our term.

Thank you for helping us serve our organization better.

Very truly yours,

JCI SEN. MANUEL VAN A. TORREVILLAS
2008 National Treasurer

NSG Cir. No. 26 s. 2007
September 17, 2007

TO : All LOM Presidents, National Officers and JCI Members
FROM : The National Secretary General
SUBJECT : Successful 27th Area conferences
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Greetings from JCI Philippines Secretariat!

The 27th simultaneous Area Conferences has been recently concluded and we are glad that all the five of them went out successful and very well-attended. Certainly, the delegates have enjoyed and appreciated the warm accommodations and excellent hosting. To all the host LOMs, Conference Chairmen and Directors, you deserve a standing ovation!!!

Yours truly, having been appointed by our National President during the height of the Areacon events to serve the remaining term as NSG, let me render a brief report on what transpired during the simultaneous Conferences:

AREA I - Area I Conference - “Feel the Difference - Be Better” was the theme for Area One Conference. Held at the grandiose Century Resort Hotel in Angeles City, hosted by the JCI Angeles Culiat, the Conference was chaired by NEVP Glenn G. So with the able help of Conference Director Neki Liwanag and host LOM Pres. Jean Mandap and attended by almost 200 delegates from Ilocandia, Northern Luzon, Cagayan Valley and Central Luzon regions. The said affair will be remembered for its outstanding seminars, sports activities, fellowship and colorful awarding ceremonies.

AREA 2 -Metro Area Conference - “Be Better” was also adapted as this year’s theme for Area Two Conference. Hosted by JCI Pateros Balut, it was held at the Club Manila East Resort in Taytay, Rizal. The hotly contested Area elections for the national officers sparked the event. Around 200 delegates Metro Manila, Rizal and Bulacan Region enjoyed the fellowship, fun games and sports activities. The seminars were equally fun and interesting. Thanks to the dynamic leadership of its Chairman, NEVP Joel Sarmiento with the full support of the conference organizing committee led by Conference Director Larry Alcantara and LOM President Marvin Labrador.

AREA 3 - “Southern Luzon Area Conference (SOLAC) 2007” - “Where Leaders Dare” was theme for the Area Three Conference. The Opening Ceremonies were held at the Pepperland Hotel, the opening and closing Plenary and seminars were held at the Pacific Mall Convention Hall and the awarding and closing ceremonies were held at the People’s Hall, Provincial Government building of Albay. Hosted by the JCI Legaspi with the support JCI Legaspi Dawani ladies, the conference proved to be successful as highlighted by the yearly Search for “Ms. SOLAC”. The organizers, Conference Director Martin Reynoso, LOM Pres. Luis Bello and NEVP Anthony Astillero made sure that all the activities are not to be missed. Around 300 delegates who attended were given the chance to visit the Cagsawa ruins and the majestic Mayon Volcano.

AREA 4 - Visayas Area Conference (VISARCON) - “Be Better” was the theme for the Area Four Conference. Held at the Rolet Hotel, in Catbalogan, Samar hosted by JCI Catbalogan Balud. It was led by its Conference Chairman Manuel Van Torrevillas with Conference Director Errol Espina and host LOM President Troy Ian Baclay, whipped up a exciting concoction of seminars, parties, and events that made the conference exciting!

AREA 5 - Mindanao Area Conference - “Be Better Mindanao” was the theme for the Area Five Conference. Held at the Grand Regal Hotel and Casino. It was attended by around 250 delegates who enjoyed the hospitality of the host LOM, the five year old JCI Central Davao led by Conference Chairman Director James Ng and LOM President Ted Garcia, with NEVP Javi Paras as the Conference Chairman. Delegates enjoyed a festive opening ceremonies at the Lanang Beach Resort with sumptuous food and beverage. The rest of the activities like plenary, awarding seminars were held at the Grand Regal Hotel. The grand fellowship night was held at the Club Octane, Regency Inn where the delegates were entertained with party performers.

Once again, the JCIP Secretariat, in behalf of the 2007 National Board, sincerely congratulates those personalities responsible in making all the events possible.

Likewise, much applause is given to the members and LOMs who placed their bids and bagged the Areacon Awards. The Natcon Awards are still at stake, therefore, we encourage you to bring your bids to that higher spot.

With the conclusion of the Area Conferences comes the outcome of the JCIP national elections. To those elected, our congratulations! By the vote of the members comes their expectation that as their forthcoming national officers they can rest assured that the future of this organization is safe and sound. This is your chance not to disappoint them by carrying out the duties and responsibilities attached to your respective positions with much enthusiasm and assiduousness. To those who did not make it to the race, there will still be another chance, a chance to prove that you are also worth their trust maybe by helping the organization though you’re not holding any position.

Our active involvement in this year’s activities only showed our unequivocal support to this year’s administration. As we approach the finish line, let us continue showing the world, we have become BETTER every way, everyday!

Looking forward to seeing you in the Cebu Natcon!

At your service,

JCI Mem. EDITH CASTILLO-NAPALAN
National Secretary General/General Legal Counsel

NSG Circular No. 27 s. 2007
Date : September 18, 2007

TO : All LOM Presidents, NB Members and Key JCI Members
FROM : The National Secretary General
SUBJECT: 8th JCI Philippines Academy
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Greetings Fellow JCI Members!

All might be excited preparing to attend our 59th National Convention in Cebu City on October 11-14, 2007. One highlight of the Pre-Convention activities, which every LOM must not forget, is the 8th JCI Philippines Academy to be held on October 10-11, 2007 from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm at the Parklane International Hotel. This Seminar is free of charge (board and lodging during the Academy only) exclusive for Incoming LOM Presidents or a LOM representative having the proper endorsement, thanks to our host, the JCI Metro Cebu Uptown led by its LOM President, JCI Mem. Christian Paro-an.

Patterned with the JCI Academy and now on its 8th year of implementation, the course is designed to equip future LOM Presidents with the necessary skills to effectively handle the responsibility to lead their chapter. During the session, a series of seminars and workshops mainly to enhance the leadership skills are provided. Vital information and tips for proper interaction with our NOM, especially on LOM reports for submission to our Secretariat, are being taught. In addition, a team building seminar with the incoming National Board will also be conducted.

The NTC, headed by Chairman Gleendo Dasmarinas, shall be responsible for the entire course. The Head Trainers will be JCI Sen. Marlyn Cano (CNT) and JCI Mem. Mennen Aracid (IG). Other highly-skilled and well-respected trainers are invited as resource speakers during this two-day activity.

To start your term right, all 2008 LOM Presidents should not miss this JCIP Academy. In case the LOM has not yet elected a President or in the absence of the incoming President, the LOM can send a representative duly certified and/or endorsed by the LOM Board of Directors (Please use the attached LOM Endorsement Form). For a duly elected LOM President, please fill up the application form (Incoming LOM President’s Biodata, also attached) together with the LOM Endorsement Form. Be informed that LOM shall earn ten (10) JCIPEA points to be credited next year if they can send a delegate to the said Academy.

Please confirm participation by sending the incoming LOM President’s Biodata and/or the LOM Endorsement Form to the JCI Philippines Secretariat thru Fax No. (02)374-4138 not later than October 2, 2007, otherwise, all expenses shall be charged to the participant’s personal account. For inquiries, kindly call the JCI Philippines Secretariat tel. (02)373-7907 to 09.

Thank you and to all the 2008 Incoming LOM Presidents, see you in Cebu City!

At your service,

(Original signed)
JCI Mem. EDITH C. NAPALAN
National Secretary General/General Legal Counsel