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Published in the Kaunlaran Newsletter on September 8, 2026. Fireside Chat at the Clubhouse? Tonight’s dinner meeting offers a welcome opportunity to gather once again at our Clubhouse while learning more about the Maharlika Investment Corporation. We are honored to welcome Mr. Joel Consing, President and CEO of Maharlika Investment Corporation, who will share insights into the Corporation’s mandate, investment strategy, and role in supporting the country’s economic developmen

Published in the Kaunlaran Newsletter on September 1, 2026. Welcome, September! Time really flies. We are already entering the “Ber” months, a familiar signal for Filipinos that the merriest season of the year is just around the corner. For us at RC Makati, September also signals an exciting stretch ahead. With the first two months of the Rotary year behind us, many of the projects and activities we carefully planned are now moving into implementation. Our calendar is gettin

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Published in the Kaunlaran Newsletter on August 25, 2026. Rotary Anns’ Day Today’s luncheon is a special one as we celebrate Rotary Anns’ Day. It is a welcome reversal of roles, at least for today. At home, of course, we all know who the real bosses are! For our first Rotary Anns’ Day of the year, I am delighted to welcome Ms. Gina Lorenzana, Chief Executive Officer of the Belo Medical Group. We thank her for accepting our invitation to speak on “Beauty, Health and Longevity

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Published in the Kaunlaran Newsletter on August 11, 2026. The Story Continues This is our first evening meeting for RY2026-2027 at our Clubhouse, our home. If you would recall, we started evening meetings at the Clubhouse during the term of PP Keith Harrison. It provided greater flexibility for members who may find it difficult to attend our luncheon meetings while also maximizing the use of our Clubhouse. Speaking of our home, we have much to look forward to as the Clubhous

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Published in the Kaunlaran Newsletter on August 4, 2026. Turning the Page And just like that, we have completed the first month of the Rotary year. What an encouraging start it has been. From meaningful fellowship activities that strengthened our camaraderie to impactful service projects that benefited our communities, the Rotary Club of Makati has begun the year with energy, purpose, and a shared commitment to service. These accomplishments are a testament to the dedication,

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Published in the Kaunlaran Newsletter on July 28, 2026. The Room Where It Happened There are moments in Rotary that remind us why we continue to serve, year after year, project after project, and dream after dream. The recent 61st Induction Ball of the Rotary Club of Makati (the Club or RCM) was one such moment. It was an evening of celebration, but more importantly, an evening of gratitude, fellowship, and renewed commitment. As I looked around a room filled with Rotarians,

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Published in the Kaunlaran Newsletter on July 7, 2026. Why The Sower's Quill? Every generation is given a field to cultivate and a story to write. Some inherit fertile ground. Others are called to break new soil. But all of us are entrusted with the same responsibility: to plant seeds whose harvest may benefit people we may never meet. That is the spirit of Rotary. Like a sower, we serve with faith—believing that every act of kindness, every project, every partnership, and ev

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