GMA Widens Ratings Lead in November
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GMA Network to Initially Spend P416 Million on DTT Transmission Facilities
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MA Network is initially spending P416 million on transmitter facilities for its Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) project. The amount covers three high-powered transmitters and their related antenna and connectivity requirements, as well as a fully-mirrored head-end system, which is a master facility for grouping and digitally encoding programs. GMA is adapting the Japanese DTV standard or ISDB-T in compliance with the rules and regulations of the National Telecommunications Commission. “Considering the increasing number of ISDB-T ready homes in the country, we are now prepared to exit the test phase and begin with the first part of our DTT rollout in Mega Manila. We are replicating the same level of superiority and consistency that we have exhibited
Earlier, at the Internet and Mobile Marketing Association of the Philippines (IMMAP) Digicon, GMA’s technology arm GMA New Media, Inc. (NMI) unveiled a prototype of the Network’s DTT product, which can function as both a receiver for digital television and a digital media set-top box. The device can enable digital broadcast services on analog TV while transforming the unit into a smart TV capable of playing on-demand content and running different applications. The Intellectual Property Office has issued a Certificate of Registration for the Utility Model application of the device. Gozon said that GMA’s DTT product will not only be different but better than what the competitor has introduced to the market.
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in our analog signal as we shift to digital,” said GMA Chairman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon. Meanwhile, according to GMA President and COO Gilberto R. Duavit Jr., “All technical back-end requirements related to the roll-out have long been ready, including the media asset management and broadcast automation systems. It will not be long before our DTT product is introduced to the market.”
RATINGS
Regal Renews Partnership with GMA
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GMA Network Announces Promotion of Executives Barangay LS 97.1 FM Morning Primetime Ratings
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AWARDS
Mike Enriquez is 2016 CEO Excel Awardee BizNews Asia Honors GMA Network Executives 2016 FAMAS Awards Gawad Excelentia 2016 2nd PUP Mabini Awards
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GMA Widens Ratings Lead in November NEW PROGRAM
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Regal Renews Partnership with GMA
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MA Network and Regal Entertainment recently renewed their movie output deal. Under the 5-year agreement, Regal Entertainment will continue to supply movies to GMA Network for airing.
(L-R) GMA Chairman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon, GMA Films President Annette M. Gozon, First Vice President for Program Management Joey R. Abacan, Regal Entertainment Founder Lily Y. Monteverde, and Regal Entertainment Vice President Roselle Y. Monteverde.
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ON THE COVER:
Maniwala sa Magic ng Pasko
GMA Kapuso Magazine (Electronic) is a monthly publication of GMA Network, Inc. published by the Corporate Affairs Division, 16th Floor, GMA Network Center, EDSA cor. Timog, Ave., Diliman, Q.C. Trunkline No. (632) 982-7777.
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GMA Network Announces
Promotion of Executives Department III. She will continue to lead the production of different musical, variety, magazine and special programs, and will oversee the over-all functions of GMA’s BDD III.
REGIE BAUTISTA
GLENN ALLONA
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MA Network recently promoted several officers to new positions.
Regie Bautista was appointed First Vice President of Corporate Planning, which is in charge of defining overall corporate strategic objectives for the Network. She is concurrently First Vice President of Program Support, overseeing the Network’s multi-platform marketing promotions, creative services, media and on-air continuity, and digital media divisions.
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Also appointed Vice President for Radio Operations was Glenn Allona, who concurrently serves as Vice President for RGMA Network, Inc., a subsidiary of GMA managing its provincial radio and television relay stations. As the new VP for Radio, Allona will continue to manage the operations of the GMA Radio Group, leading it to greater strength and growth in the future while bringing in his 25 years of experience in the radio industry.
Also recently promoted to higher positions were Janine Piad-Nacar to Senior Assistant Vice President, Business Development Department II - Comedy, Infotainment, Game and Reality Productions (Entertainment Department); Mercedes Macy Sueña to Senior Assistant Vice President, Financial Management Systems Division (Finance Department); Ma. Victoria Valenzuela to Assistant Vice President, Traffic Division (Finance Department); Edwin Jimenez to Assistant Vice President, Infrastructure Systems Division (Information and Communications Technology Department); Adoracion Lapada to Assistant Vice President, Application Systems Division (Information and Communications Technology Department); and Remedios Reyes to Assistant Vice President, Central Library and Archives Management Division (Information and Communications Technology Department).
Darling de Jesus was named Vice President and Head of GMA Entertainment’s Business Development
Barangay LS 97.1 Leads FM Morning Primetime Ratings
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arangay LS 97.1, the flagship FM station of GMA Network, took the lead in morning primetime (6AM to 12NN) ratings based on data from Nielsen Media Research. From July to September 2016, Barangay LS posted an average total week (Monday to Sunday) audience share of 24.7 percent on morning primetime, ahead of DWRR’s 24.1 percent and DZMB’s 21.1 percent. Listening levels are highest during morning primetime. Similarly, on weekdays (Monday to Friday), Barangay LS kept its lead with an audience share of 25 percent, besting DWRR’s 23.1 percent and DZMB’s 21.4 percent.
Driving Barangay LS FM’s noteworthy performance in the morning are Potpot & Friends Nationwide, where hosts Papa Jepoy and Papa Marco engage in hilarious conversations with listeners from across the country, weekdays 8 to 9AM; Radyo Nobela, which tackles various stories as drama features with host Papa Dudut, airing weekdays from 9 to 11AM; and Barangay Showbiz with Papa Baldo and Chiko, which delivers showbiz news and human interest stories every Saturday, 8 to 9AM. Mornings are also more fun in Barangay LS with Papa Baldo’s All Star Request, airing 9 to 11AM every Saturday; Mama Belle’s The Big 10, every Saturday 11 to 12NN; and Papa Jepoy’s Old Time Good
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Time, every Sunday from 6 to 9AM – with each program garnering strong audience shares as well. To know the complete list of programs on Barangay LS 97.1 and other Barangay FM stations in the country, visit www. gmanetwork.com/radio/dwls.
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Mike Enriquez is 2016 CEO Excel Awardee R
adio GMA Network, Inc. (RGMA) President and GMA Consultant for Radio Operations Mike Enriquez is one of the recipients of the 2016 CEO Excel Awards presented by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC). Enriquez was recognized for spearheading the radio expansion program of the Network when he joined the company in 1995. Today, GMA Radio manages and operates 24 radio stations in major cities in the Philippines and is among the Network’s significant revenue contributors. His unblemished credibility, uncompromised fearlessness, intact values, and passion for excellence have earned him and his TV and radio programs and stations several major local and international honors. He is so far the only Filipino to have won the Best Newscaster award in the prestigious Asian Television Awards held in Singapore in 1999. “I am honored by IABC’s recognition of my work as the president of GMA’s radio arm – RGMA Network, Inc. It gives me added inspiration and motivation to continue working hard for the continued upliftment of the lives of the men and women of RGMA,” says Enriquez. Launched in 2005, the CEO Excel Awards “honors top-level leaders for their exceptional use of strategic communication in their organizations.” Enriquez joins a prestigious roster of CEO Excel awardees from the Kapuso Network including GMA Chairman and CEO Felipe Gozon in 2006, GMAKF Founder and Ambassador Mel Tiangco in 2010, GMA Senior Vice President for News and Public Affairs Marissa Flores in 2012, and GMA News Pillar Jessica Soho in 2014.
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BizNews Asia Honors GMA Executives T
op GMA Network executives were recognized by BizNews Asia (BNA), the country’s largest and most influential business and news magazine, during its 15th Anniversary celebration on November 25. GMA Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon was an awardee for Visionary Management Excellence, marking his third time to receive such recognition. Gozon was also a recipient of the Visionary Management Excellence Award in 2013 and 2015.
the Entrepreneurship Excellence Award in 2014. Gozon was among BNA’s Power 100 from 2003 to 2010. Other Kapuso officers recognized by BNA this year were GMA EVP and Chief Financial Officer Felipe S. Yalong and RGMA (Radio GMA) President and GMA News Pillar Mike C. Enriquez. Yalong was a recipient of the BNA award for Financial Management, while Enriquez was the lone awardee for Broadcast Excellence. Enriquez was given the same distinction in 2014.
In 2011, Gozon was named Tycoon of the Decade by BNA and was bestowed the Platinum Business Icon Award in 2012 and
2016 FAMAS Awards T
he Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences Awards (FAMAS) annually honors achievements in Philippine cinema.
Dennis Trillo
Best Actor
Gabbi Garcia
Best Supporting Actor
2nd PUP Mabini Media Awards
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he PUP Mabini Media Awards commends outstanding programs and individuals in the fields of television, radio, print, advertising and online media with 40 different categories. RADIO CATEGORY
Imbestigador sa DZBB Best Public Service Program
Gabby Concepcion
Mike Enriquez (Super Balita)
Best Supporting Actor
Best News Program Host
Gabbi Garcia Jak Roberto Sanya Lopez
Mike Enriquez (Imbestigador sa DZBB)
German Moreno Youth Achievement Award
Best Public Service Program Host
TV CATEGORY
Pepito Manaloto Best Comedy Program
Gawad Excelentia 2016
24 Oras
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Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho
rganized by St. Dominic College of Asia, the Gawad Excellentia 2016 recognizes individuals and companies who excel in their respective fields.
Jessica Soho
Best Female News Personality
Best News Program
Best Magazine Program
I-Witness
Best Documentary Program
Mike Enriquez (24 Oras) (Best Male News Program Anchor Jessica Soho (KMJS)
Best Magazine Program Host
Jessica Soho (Brigada, GNTV) Best Public Affairs Program Host
ADVERTISING CATEGORY
IMReady (GMA)
Best Advocacy Campaign
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GMA Widens Ratings Lead in November
NUTAM HOUSEHOLD AUDIENCE SHARES (NOVEMBER 2016)
GMA 37.8% ABS-CBN
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NUTAM (PEOPLE)
15 GMA programs in the top 30 PROGRAM
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Encantadia
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Encantadia
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24 Oras
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24 Oras
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Pepito Manaloto Ang Tunay Na Kuwento
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Pepito Manaloto Ang Tunday na Kuwento
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Magpakailanman
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Magpakailanman
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Alyas Robin Hood
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MA Network widened its lead over competition in nationwide TV ratings, according to data from Nielsen TV Audience Measurement. From a 1.8-point margin in October, GMA increased its NUTAM (National Urban Television Audience Measurement) advantage over ABS-CBN to 3.2 points in November (with November 20 to 30 based on overnight data) with a household audience share of 37.8 percent versus the rival network’s 34.6 percent. The stellar performance was a result of GMA’s strong showing in all day parts, particularly on primetime where it surpassed ABS-CBN’s audience share by 3.9 points. GMA also strengthened its TV ratings lead in Urban Luzon, which represents 77 percent of the total urban TV household population in the entire country. In Urban Luzon, GMA registered an average household share of 42.5 percent, besting ABS-CBN’s 30.2 percent. This
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20 GMA programs in the top 30
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Ismol Family
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Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho
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24 Oras Weekend
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Hay Bahay!
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Tsuperhero
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Wowowin
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ImbesRgador
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Eat Bulaga
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Sunday Pinasaya
29-30
Someone to Watch Over Me
translates to a 12.3-point margin over ABS-CBN, even higher than GMA’s 10.6-point lead last October. GMA was ahead of ABS-CBN in all parts of the day in Urban Luzon by doubledigits.
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Ismol Family
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Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho
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Hay Bahay!
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24 Oras Weekend
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Tsuperhero
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Wowowin
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Eat Bulaga
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ImbesRgador
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Someone to Watch Over Me Sunday Pinasaya
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Superstar Duets
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Sa Piling Ni Nanay
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Dear Uge
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Hashtag Like
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Oh My Mama!
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NEW PROGRAM
Ryza Cenon
Gabby Concepcion
Sunshine Dizon Mike Tan
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MA Network opens December with the Afternoon Prime series Ika-6 Na Utos, an intriguing drama that tackles love in different forms. It tells the story of Emma (Sunshine Dizon), the rightful wife who fights to keep her husband Rome (Gabby Concepcion) from leaving her for his mistress Georgia (Ryza Cenon). Joining the cast are Mike Tan, Rich Asuncion, Daria Ramirez, Carmen
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Soriano, Marco Alcaraz, Mel Martinez, and Arianne Bautista. Ika-6 Na Utos is under the helm of esteemed director Laurice Guillen. Get the latest updates about Ika-6 Na Utos from the official Facebook page of GMA Drama www.facebook. com/GMADrama, Twitter account @ GMADrama and the GMA Network website www.GMANetwork.com.
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Kapuso Employees and Personalities Show Off Creative Talent in Art Exhibit
GMA Chairman and CEO Felipe Gozon
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he artistic prowess of Kapuso employees and personalities went on display at the Art Gap 2016 painting exhibit held at the GMA Network Center in Quezon City. Art Gap featured almost 50 paintings of various subjects and mediums for the benefit of GMA’s socio-civic arm, GMA Kapuso Foundation (GMAKF). The exhibit’s opening last November 24 at the GMA Mezzanine was attended by the talented featured artists, among them Kapuso stars Solenn Heussaff, Isabelle de Leon, and GMA News and Public Affairs’ Connie Sison.
Isabelle de Leon
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Also present were GMA Network executives led by Chairman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon, EVP and CFO Felipe S. Yalong, SVP for Entertainment Lilybeth Rasonable, GMAKF EVP and COO Rikki Escudero-Catibog, GMAKF Founder and Ambassador Mel C. Tiangco, GMA First VP for Post Production Edward Achacoso, GMA VP for Professional Development Howie Severino and GMA VP for Corporate Affairs and Communications Angela Javier Cruz, as well as special guest Kapuso Primetime King Dingdong Dantes.
GMA and GMAKF Executives with the Artgap featured artists
Solenn Heussaff
Now on its 15th year, Art Gap started in 2001 as a painting exhibit featuring some of the finest works of GMA employees and select on-cam talents such as Joey de Leon, Michael V., and the late Francis Magalona. Through the years, it has developed into an art competition that showcases the creativity and talent of the GMA workforce. The competition has featured various artwork including painting, photography, and caricature drawings.
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Pass-A-Book ni BiGuel
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Miguel and Bianca Bond with School Kids in QC By Marie Louise Ligunas GMA Program Support Department
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s part of their “Pass-A-Book ni BiGuel” advocacy project, Bianca Umali and Miguel Tanfelix visited Project 6 Elementary School recently to celebrate the National Reading Month. They first read ‘Kapuso Mo, Atty. Felipe L. Gozon,’ the children’s book memoir of GMA Network’s Chairman and CEO, to the kids. They also facilitated a quick game, took selfies with the faculty and students, and received and distributed books. The project holds a special place in Bianca’s heart because she’s an avid reader herself. “Number one po sa priorities ko [‘tong Pass-A-Book] because I’m a reader. Reading is actually my life, so influencing kids na nakikita ko who enjoy and are happy na makita kami and marami silang natututunan sa ‘min, masarap sa puso,” she said. Miguel also highlighted the importance of reading among his peers and the younger generation. “Very important [‘to] dahil ‘yung panahon natin ngayon, ‘yung mga teenagers, mga bata, ang focus nila nasa mga gadget so Bianca and I, gusto namin i-promote
yung value of reading dahil iba ‘yung [knowledge] na makukuha mo kapag nagbabasa ka ng libro,” he shared. Reading is one of the activities that bring the two stars together. Miguel, in fact, got into it because of Bianca. The latter shared this piece of information in a casual conversation with the kids. “Kaming dalawa ni Kuya Miguel, mahilig kami magbasa. Actually dati, si Kuya Miguel, hindi talaga siya nagbabasa. Hindi niya hilig. Pero naimpluwensyahan ko siya. So ngayon, alam namin na puwede kami maka-impluwensya ng kabataan tulad niyo. Gusto namin i-share ‘yung pagmamahal namin para sa pagbabasa,” Bianca added. Principal Virginia Macapagal thanked GMA Network and BiGuel for helping her imbibe in the kids the value of learning through books. “Bilang isang punong guro na naglalayong mapabuti ang antas ng kaalaman ng mag-aaral, ako ay natutuwa na kayo ay aming katuwang sa adbokasiyang ito, dahil ang karunungan sa pagbabasa ay isang hakbang upang lalong mapalawak ang imahinasyon ng bawat mag-aaral patungo sa katuparan ng kanilang pangarap,” she declared.
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