Last 13 and 14 of April 2013, ACDI MPC BOD and Management Officers simultaneously joined two momentous events spearheaded by COUNTPA and NATCCO.

      A two-day seminar-workshop dubbed as “Social Performance Audit Seminar- Workshop” organized by Cooperative Union of Taguig and Pateros- Training, Education, Research and Development (COUNTPA- TERD Committee) held at Lower Bicutan, Taguig City was attended by significant personalities of ACDI MPC. The following delegates of the event were: MGen Gilbert S Llanto (Ret), ACDI MPC Chairman together with MGen Rolando F Capacia (Ret), Vice-Chairman; BGen Teodoro P Evangelista (Ret), BOD Member; and Mr Ramon A Tamayo, Vice- President, Internal Audit. COUNTPA organized the workshop to provide assistance and orient cooperatives in complying with CDA’s Memo Circular No. 2013-13 which requires the use and submission of Revised Cooperative Annual Performance Report (CAPR) template. The workshop entails that the delegates will be honed, knowledgeable and familiarized in accomplishing the regulatory requirements of CDA which is the completion of New CAPR template that covers cooperatives last year’s operation.

      Consequently, the rest of the ACDI MPC Board of Directors, MGen Jovito P Gammad (Ret), BGen Manuel F Natividad (Ret), BGen Lorenzo R Sumicad (Ret), BGen Fred M Payawan (Ret), and BGen Honorato B Santos (Ret),together with BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez( Ret), ACDI MPC President attended NATCCO’s 12th Coop Leaders’ Congress and 36th General Assembly. The two day event with the themed as “Nurturing Resiliency in Cooperatives thru an Integrated Network” was held at SMX Convention Center, Lanang, Davao City.

      The above mentioned events proved that ACDI MPC continuously strives for the betterment of the cooperative.

      Twelve years of exemplified service at its best, once again ACDI-GHQ happily celebrated its Branch Anniversary together with their members last 01 April 2013.

      In line with ACDI MPC’s tradition, the branch commenced the event with a Thanksgiving Mass offering at the start of the day. A one day promo dubbed as “Pick- A- Prize” enabled all qualified participants to have a chance to pick their exciting prizes and giveaway items. This is one way of showing members how much ACDI-GHQ gratefully appreciates their continued patronage of our products and services. All participants of the promo were very happy with the giveaways that they have received. On top of this, all transacting members were served with snacks and refreshments. The annual celebration was made possible through the combined efforts of ACDI-GHQ Branch Manager, Ms Doreen Nario and her branch personnel.

      ACDI-GHQ branch is looking forward for another decade of continuous service to members. For inquiries on our GHQ Branch, you may contact Tel. No. (02) 913-0813 or Mobile Nos. 0917-884-5996 or 0922-874-0993.

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      The final leg of Sequential Annual General Assembly was held at AFPOVAI, Taguig City last 23 March 2013.

      Two hundred thirteen (213) guests attended the event with a total of one hundred seventy eight (178) Regular and thirty five (35) Associate members. The election was opened by the Chairman of Election Committee, LTC Wilfredo Buhayo at exactly 0715H and officially ended at 1034H. Simultaneously, the conduct of the General Assembly soon followed at 1005H and ended at 1135H. The General Assembly was spearheaded by ACDI MPC Chairman BGen Juanito J. Malto (Ret) together with the rest of the ACDI MPC Board of Directors. Also present in the event were key personalities of ACDI MPC: BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret), ACDI MPC President; Ms Glenda Lita N. Ersando, Executive Vice President for Operations (EVP-O); Ms Esperanza G. Cauyan, Executive Vice President for Administration (EVP-A); Vice Presidents, selected Managers, employees and guests.

      The month long event finally paid off as the last batch of qualified members casted their votes. The General Assembly has chosen their new set of Board of Directors, Audit and Election Committee as stated below:

       The said event aims to further intensify the operations and uplift the standards of ACDI MPC thru the newly elected officials.

      In line with ACDI MPC’s Sequential Annual General Assembly & Election (SAGA & E), the Cooperative held its last provincial leg at ACDI-ABAB & ACDI-Rosales last March 19, 2013.

      ACDI-ABAB conducted its SAGA & E at the Gen. Marquez Hall, 570th Composite Tactical Wing, ABAB, Palawan. A total of 81 guests attended; comprised of 61 Regular & 20 Associate Members. The official voting time was opened by Deputized Election Committee 2Lt. Lorenzo Flores (Ret) at 0710H and closed it at 1027H. The GA, which commenced at 0934H and was concluded at 1130H, was headed by ACDI MPC Chairman BGEN Juanito Malto (Ret) with BOD Members, BGEN Teodoro Evangelista (Ret) and BGEN Honorato Santos (Ret). Other ACDI key personalities who attended this event were BOD Asst. Treasurer, LTC Josefino Viduya (Ret); Executive Vice President for Operations, Ms. Glenda Lita Ersando; Atty Julius Magno; VP for Southern Luzon Area Operations (SLAO), Ms. Emily Mondero; ACDI-ABAB Branch Manager, Ms. Cheryl Sabado; Asst. Operations Dept. Head-Current, Ms. Juliet Arquines (Team Leader of Head Office Support Team); Head Office Support Team and ABAB Branch personnel. This event was graced by the presence of CDA Representative, Ms. Romalisa Patacsil.

      Correspondingly, ACDI-Rosales conducted its SAGA & E at the SM Rosales Event Center in Pangasinan. The event was attended by 76 guests wherein 61 were Regular Members and 15 were Associate. The approved voting time was opened by Deputized Election Committee, MAJ Loresco Abraham (Ret) at exactly 0815H & closed it at 1032H. The GA started at 0944H and was led by ACDI MPC BOD Member, MGEN Jovito Gammad (Ret) with BOD Secretary Edmundo Macarubbo; and BOD Treasurer MGEN Pedro Rieza Jr. (Ret). Also present for this special event were VP for Northern Luzon Area Operations (NLAO), Ms. Felda Lacdao; ACDI-Rosales Branch Manager, Ms. Meriam Fontanilla; Marketing Department Head, Ms Mary Anne Alabanza (Team Leader Head Office Support Team); Head Office Support Team and Rosales Branch personnel. The event was also graced by the presence of CDA Representatives, Ms. Imelda Fronda and Ms. Evelyn Munez

      For our members residing in Metro Manila, we encourage you to exercise your right to vote! Join us for our last SAGA & E on March 23, 2013 at the ACDI Head Office Multipurpose Hall, Diego Silang St., AFPOVAI, Taguig City. See you there!

      On March 16, 2013, ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative conducted its simultaneous Annual General Assembly and Elections at ACDI-Tarlac and ACDI-Nueva Ecija.

      The Sequential Annual General Assembly (SAGA) of ACDI-Tarlac, held at Max’s Restaurant, Luisita, Tarlac, had a total of 66 attendees comprised of 51 Regular & 15 Associate Members. The voting time was opened by the Deputized Election Committee, 2Lt. Morbin Obinque (Ret) at exactly 0702H and was closed at 1006H. The General Assembly (GA), which begun at 1000H and concluded at 1100H, was headed by ACDI MPC Board of Director (BOD) Member, MGEN Jovito Gammad (Ret); BOD Secretary, Atty. Edmundo Macarubbo and BOD Treasurer, MGEN Pedro Rieza Jr. (Ret). Also present for the said event were ACDI MPC President, BGEN Alfredo Ramirez; Head of Central Luzon Area of Operations (CLAO), Ms Irene Garcia; ACDI-Tarlac Branch Manager, Ms Evelyn Estrella; Marketing Dept. Head, Ms. Mary Anne Alabanza (Team Leader of Head Office Support Team); Head Office Support Team and Tarlac Branch personnel.

      On the other hand, ACDI-Nueva Ecija held its SAGA&E at the Greenland Leisure Suites in Cabanatuan City. It was attended by 46 guests consisting of 43 Regular and 3 Associate members. The official voting time was opened by the Deputized Election Committee, Col Reinhart Bautista (Ret) at exactly 0714H and closed it at 0949H. The GA started at 0900H and ended at 1032H. It was led by ACDI MPC Chairman BGEN Juanito Malto (Ret) with the BOD members, BGEN Teodoro Evangelista (Ret) and BGEN Honorato Santos (Ret). Also present were key personalities of ACDI MPC. To name a few were the following: Executive Vice President for Operations, Ms. Glenda Lita Ersando; Atty. Julius Magno; VP of Northern Luzon Area Operations (NLAO), Ms. Felda Lacdao; ACDI-Nueva Ecija Branch Manager, Ms. Judith Dela Rama; Asst. Operations Dept. Head-Current, Ms. Juliet Arquines (Team Leader of Head Office Support Team); Head Office Support Team and Nueva Ecija Branch personnel.

      For our members who have not yet voted, we encourage you to exercise your right to vote. Come and join us in the next SAGA & E!

      A simultaneous Sequential General Assembly was held at ACDI-PILI and ACDI- Nueva Ecija last 14 March 2013.

      ACDI-Gamu held the Annual General Assembly at Hotel Vercida’s Function Hall, Gamu-Ilagan. A total of 39 participants attended composed of 35 Regular and 4 Associate Members. The Election commenced at exactly 0720H and was opened by the Deputized Election Committee, 2Lt JovencioOria (Ret). The voting period officially closed at 0944H;immediately followed by the General Assemblywhich ended at 1052H. The conduct of General Assembly wasspearheaded by ACDI MPC ChairmanBGen JuanitoMalto (Ret) together with ACDI MPC Board of Directors, Director Teodoro Evangelista, DirectorHonorato Santos. Also present were significant personalities of ACDI MPC, to name a few were the following: Board Assistant TreasurerJosefinoViduya and Atty Julius Magno. The event was made possible through the efforts of Vice President for Northern Luzon Area of Operations (VP-NLAO), MsFeldaLacdao, ACDI-Gamu Branch Manager, MsRenetteServito; Assistant Head, Operations- Current Ms Juliet Arquines (Team Leader of Head Office Support Team); Head Office Support Team and Branch personnel. The event was witnessed by CDA Representative, MsMarilou San Angel.

      On the other hand, ACDI-Pili Branch held their SAGA & E at the Central Bicol State University of Agriculture, Pili, Camarines Sur. A total of 60 attendees composed of 44 Regular and 16 Associate members participated in the event. The official voting time was opened byMember ofElection Committee,Maj Cherry Pie Munoz at exactly 0659Hand ended at 1017H.The General Assemblystarted at 0930H and ended at 1100H and was led by ACDI MPC Vice Chairman MGen Salvador CollantesJr (Ret);withACDI MPC Board of DirectorMGenJovitoGammad (Ret); Board Treasurer BGen Pedro Rieza (Ret); and Board Secretary, Atty. EdmundoMacarubbo. Also present in the event were key personalities of ACDI MPC: ACDI MPC President, BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret)together with Vice President for Southern Luzon Area of Operations (VP-SLAO), Ms Emily Mondero;Branch Manager of ACDI-Pili, Ms Jacqueline Villar; Marketing Department Head (Team Leader Head Office Support Team), Ms Mary Anne Alabanza; Head Office Support Team and Branch personnel.

      Another note-worthy event was held at ACDI-AFC and ACDI-BAB last 12 March 2013.

      ACDI-AFC held the Annual General Assembly at the Officers’ Club Air Force City, Pampanga where in a total of 70 guests attended. The total attendees were composed of 50 Regular and 20 Associate Members. The Election was opened by the Deputized Election Committee, Lt Col Alberto Rico. The official voting time commenced at 0700H and ended at 1000H; while General Assembly started at 0930H and ended at 1100H. The conduct of General Assembly was led by ACDI MPC Chairman BGen Juanito Malto (Ret) together with ACDI MPC Board of Directors, Director Teodoro Evangelista, Director Honorato Santos. Also present were significant personalities of ACDI MPC, to name a few were the following: Board Assistant Treasurer Josefino Viduya, Atty Julius Magno, and EVP for Operations Ms Glenda Lita Ersando. The event was made possible thru the Head of Central Luzon Area of Operations (CLAO), Ms Irene Garcia, ACDI-AFC Branch Manager, Ms Nayda Canita; Assistant Head, Operations- Current Ms Juliet Arquines (Team Leader of Head Office Support Team); Head Office Support Team and Branch personnel.

      On the same day, ACDI- BAB Branch held their SAGA & E at the BAB Officers’ Club. A total of 106 attendees composed of 59 Regular and 47 Associate members participated in the event. The official voting time was opened by the Deputized Election Committee, Col. Joey Laquihon (Ret) at exactly 0650H and ended at 1007H. The General Assembly started at 0940H and ended at 1052H and was led by ACDI MPC Vice Chairman MGen Salvador Collantes Jr (Ret), with ACDI MPC Board of Director MGen Jovito Gammad (Ret), Board Treasurer BGen Pedro Rieza; and Board Secretary Atty. Edmundo Macarubbo. Also present in the event were key personalities of ACDI MPC: ACDI MPC President, BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret) together with Branch Manager of ACDI- BAB, Ms Mary Joy Plant; Marketing Department Head (Team Leader Head Office Support Team), Ms Mary Anne Alabanza; Head Office Support Team and Branch personnel.

      Last March 09, 2013 ACDI MPC holds simultaneous Sequential General Assembly at Iloilo and Tacloban.

      The Annual General Assembly of ACDI-Iloilo Branch was held at Emilio Function Center, Roadhouse Complex, Iloilo City. A total of 85 guests comprised of 66 Regular and 19 Associate members attended the event. The approved voting time was opened by the Chairman of Election Committee, LTC Wilfredo Buhayo Jr. at exactly 0703H and ended at 1019H. The General Assembly started at 0930H and ended at 1102H. The conduct of General Assembly was spearheaded by ACDI MPC Chairman, BGen Juanito Malto (Ret) together with ACDI MPC Board of Directors, Dir Teodoro Evangelista and Dir Honorato Santos. Also present were significant personalities of ACDI MPC, to name a few were the following: BOD Assistant Treasurer, Josefino Viduya; Atty Julius Magno, and EVP for Administration, Ms Esperanza Cauyan. The event was made possible thru VP-Training Center, Ms Francine Luanne Collantes, Ms Michelle Suganob, ACDI-Iloilo Branch Manager, Assistant Head, Operations- Current Ms Juliet Arquines (Team Leader of Head Office Support team); Head Office Support Team and Branch personnel.

      On the same day, ACDI-Tacloban Branch held their SAGA & E at Hotel Alejandro, Tacloban City. The said event was participated by a total of 84 attendees composed of 74 Regular and 10 Associate members. The official voting time was opened by Election Committee Member, Major Cherry Pie Munoz at exactly 0650H and ended at 1007H. The General Assembly started at 0936H and ended at 1100H. The said assembly was led by ACDI MPC Vice Chairman, MGen Salvador Collantes Jr (Ret), with ACDI MPC Board of Director, MGen Jovito Gammad (Ret); BOD Treasurer, BGen Pedro Rieza; and BOD Secretary, Atty. Edmundo Macarubbo. Also present in the event were key personalities of ACDI MPC: ACDI MPC President, BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret); Vice President for Visayas Area of Operations (VP-VISAO), Ms Rosielani Grefalda; together with Branch Manager of ACDI- Tacloban, Ms Jennifer Lachica; Marketing Department Head, Ms Mary Anne Alabanza (Team Leader Head Office Support Team); Head Office Support Team and Branch personnel. The event was graced and witnessed by CDA Representative, Ms Clarissa Go.

      In continuity to the on-going Sequential Annual General Assembly of ACDI MPC, a simultaneous SAGA & E was held at ACDI-Gensan Branch and ACDI- MBEAB Branch last 07 March 2013.

      The Annual General Assembly of ACDI-Gensan Branch took place at Phela Grande Hotel and Convention Center with a total of 46 guests. The attendees were comprised of 41 Regular and 5 Associate members. The approved voting time was opened by the Deputized Election Committee, 2Lt Pedro Hernandez (Ret), at exactly 0715H and ended at 0949H. The General Assembly commenced at 0950H and ended at 1112H. The conduct of General Assembly was presided by ACDI MPC Chairman, BGen Juanito Malto (Ret) together with Dir Teodoro Evangelista and Dir Honorato Santos, ACDI MPC Board of Directors. Significant personalities who witnessed the event were: BOD Assistant Treasurer, Josefino Viduya; Atty Julius Magno, and EVP for Administration, Ms Esperanza Cauyan. The event is made possible thru the efforts of Vice President of Central Mindanao Area of Operations (VP- CMAO), BGen Neal Gacrama (Ret) with the support of ACDI-Gensan Branch Manager, Ms Emieren Nuenay, together with Head Office Support team and Branch personnel. The event was graced by the presence of CDA Representative, Mr Danilo Pandes.

      On the same day, ACDI-MBEAB Branch held their SAGA & E at MBEAB Theater, Lapu- Lapu City. The said event was actively participated by a total of 84 attendees composed of 78 Regular and 6 Associate members. The official voting time was opened by Deputized Election Committee, Tsg Alex E. Granada. The voting started at exactly 0655H and ended at 1035H. The General Assembly started at 1005H and ended at 1112H. The said assembly was led by ACDI MPC Vice Chairman, MGen Salvador Collantes Jr, with ACDI MPC Board of Director, MGen Jovito Gammad; BOD Treasurer, BGen Pedro Rieza; and BOD Secretary, Atty. Edmundo Macarubbo. Also present in the event were key personalities of ACDI MPC. To name a few were the following: ACDI MPC President, BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret); Vice President for Visayas Area of Operations (VP-VISAO), Ms Rosielani Grefalda; Branch Manager of ACDI-MBEAB, Ms Ann Garcia; together with Head Office Support team and Branch personnel. The event was witnessed by CDA Representative, Ms Fe Talaboc.

      For qualified members who have not yet voted, you may browse on our homepage for the succeeding venues of SAGA & E. Exercise your right to vote now and join us in the next SAGA & E!

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      Last March 05, 2013 ACDI MPC held simultaneous Sequential Annual General Assembly and Elections (SAGA&E) at CDO and Davao.

      The Annual General Assembly of ACDI-Davao was held at Lyndon’s World’s Worst Ribs and Awful Chicken, Lanang, Davao City. A total of 56 attendees joined the event, composed of 46 Regular and 10 Associate members. The approved voting time was opened by the Chairman of Election Committee, LTC Wilfredo Buhayo at exactly 0654H and ended at 1032H. The General Assembly started at 0956H and ended at 1125H. The conduct of General Assembly was presided by ACDI MPC Chairman, BGen Juanito Malto (Ret) together with Dir Teodoro Evangelista, Dir Honorato Santos, ACDI MPC Board of Directors. Present in the event were significant personalities of ACDI, to name a few were the following: Asst BOD Treasurer, Josefino Viduya; Atty Julius Magno, and Ms Glenda Lita Ersando, EVP for Operations; Mr Armando Blanco, Branch Manager of ACDI-Davao; together with Head Office Support team and Branch personnel. The event was graced by Col. Roy Atienza and was witnessed by Ms. Zara Perez, CDA Representative.

      On the other hand, ACDI-CDO held its SAGA & E at Grand Caprice Restaurant, Limketkai Center, Lapasan, Cagayan De Oro. The said event was actively participated by a total of 126 guest composed of 113 Regular and 13 Associate members. The official voting time started at exactly 0748H and ended at 1148H. The General Assembly started at 1045H and ended at 1205H. The said assembly was spearheaded by MGen Salvador Collantes Jr, ACDI MPC Vice Chairman with MGen Jovito Gammad, ACDI MPC Board of Director; BGen Pedro Rieza, ACDI MPC Treasurer, and Atty. Edmundo Macarubbo, ACDI MPC Secretary. Also present in the event were key personalities of ACDI MPC. To name a few were the following: BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret), ACDI MPC President; BGen Neal Gacrama (Ret), Vice President of Central Mindanao Area of Operations (CMAO); Mr Reil Caballero, Branch Manager of ACDI-CDO; together with Head Office Support team and Branch personnel. The event was graced by the presence of Col Arturo Arguelles (Ret) and was witnessed by Mr. Edwin Pelosas, CDA Representative.

      Come and join us in the next SAGA & E!

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      Last 02 March 2013, ACDI- BAB Branch actively partakes in the second leg of Run with the Heroes at Basa Air Base, Floridablanca, Pampanga.

      In line with ACDI MPC’s advocacy in promoting the physical wellness of its employees and stakeholders, ACDI-BAB extended its support to the annual fun run of Air Defense Wing (ADW) dubbed as “ Run With the Heroes II: Basa Leg”. The fun run ranges from 3KM, 5KM and 10 KM sprint which catered to a total of 2,205 runners of AFP, PNP, Coast Guards, students of various institutions and civilian personnel. The event started 0400H with registration and the official start for the run started at 0550H and onwards for the 10KM, 5KM and 3KM respectively. The activity was spearheaded by BGen Raul Del Rosario, Wing Commander of Air Defense Wing. The activity is a reflection of ADW’s goal to build and strengthen its tie with its community. The team of ACDI-BAB was led by Ms Irene Garcia, Head of Central Luzon Area of Operations together with Ms Mary Joy Plant Branch Manager of ACDI- BAB and branch personnel. The said branch participated in the event thru the setting of ACDI MPC Booth at the Grand Stand and provided snacks and drinks to the participants. Promotional items were given away to the first 50 ACDI members who visited the booth. The event was successful for the participants have increased in comparison to last year’s event.

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      Part of the stretch of its Sequential Annual General Assembly and Elections (SAGA&E), ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative simultaneously conducted two events on EAAB and Pagadian last March 02, 2013.

      The Sequential Annual General Assembly of ACDI-EAAB was held at the Multipurpose Hall, Edwin Andrews Air Base, Zamboanga City and was attended by a total of 155 attendees of whom were composed of 122 Regular members and 33 Associate members. The approved voting time was opened by the Chairman of Election Committee, LTC Wilfredo Buhayo at exactly 0702H and ended at 1030H. The General Assembly started at 1011H and ended at 1142H and was led by ACDI MPC Chairman BGen Juanito Malto (Ret) together with Dir Teodoro Evangeslista, Dir Honorato Santos, Dir Samuel Gotico; ACDI MPC Board of Directors. Also present in the event were: Asst BOD Treasurer, Josefino Viduya; Atty Julius Magno, and Ms Glenda Lita Ersando, EVP for Operations, Ms Sharon Buhayo, Vice President of ACDI MPC Property Management Division; Ms Eloina Mangaya-ay, Vice President of Western Mindanao Area of Operations (WMAO); Ms Juliet Saavedra, Branch Manager of ACDI-EAAB; together with Head Office Support team and Branch personnel. The event was graced by the presence of Mr Ruben Cunanan, Assistant Director of CDA- ZAMPEN Extension Office, and was witnessed by Ms. Rebecca Que, CDA Representative.

      On the same day, ACDI Pagadian held its SAGA & E at Liga ng Mga Barangay Convention Center, Pagadian City. The event was attended by 126 guests comprised of 109 Regular and 17 Associate members. The official voting time was opened by Major Cherry Pie Munoz, Member of Election Committee, at exactly 0702H and ended at 1030H. The General Assembly started at 1000H and ended at 1130H. The said assembly was spearheaded by MGen Salvador Collantes Jr, ACDI MPC Vice Chairman with MGen Jovito Gammad, ACDI MPC Board of Director; BGen Pedro Rieza, ACDI MPC Treasurer, and Atty. Edmundo Macarubbo, ACDI MPC Secretary . Also present in the event were key personalities of ACDI MPC. To name a few were the following: BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret), ACDI MPC President; BGen Neal Gacrama (Ret), Vice President of Central Mindanao Area of Operations (WMAO); Ms Claudine A. Malanog, Branch Manager of ACDI-Pagadian; together with Head Office Support team and Branch personnel. The event was graced and witnessed by Mr. Armonio P. Paa, Director II of Cooperative Development Authority of ZAMPEN Extension Office.

      For our members who have not yet voted, we encourage you to exercise your right to vote. Come and join us in the next SAGA & E!

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      ACDI-Gamu Ilagan Branch celebrated its 2nd Year Anniversary last 01 March 2013. The branch commenced its month long festivity by offering a thanksgiving mass and by conducting a “Pick- A- Prize” Promo. The celebration was spearheaded by Ms Renette Servito, ACDI-Gamu Ilagan Branch Manager with the rest of the branch personnel.

       To show the branch’s grateful recognition and appreciation to its members, the Pick a Prize Promo will run until the end of the month. Furthermore, the event was made livelier by the refreshments served. All transacting members were joyful with the outcome of the celebration for they were given equal chances and opportunities to pick their prize. The event also gave the branch personnel the opportunity to build camaraderie and further promote the cooperative with the members.

      For those who are interested to join, the following are qualified for the“Pick- a Prize” Promo:

1. Newly accepted members
2. New and Old Members with approved loans
3. New Investors.

      Visit and celebrate with ACDI- Gamu Ilagan Branch now!

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      In line with ACDI MPC’s on-going Sequential Annual General Assembly, the Cooperative held its second leg at 15th Strike Wing Multipurpose Hall, Major Danilo Atienza Air Base, Sangley Point, Cavite last 26 February 2013. The event was attended by 61 guests wherein 51 Regular members and 9 were Associate. The approved voting time was opened by the Chairman of Election Committee, LTC Wilfredo Buhayo at exactly 0703H and ended at 1024H. The General Assembly started at 0915H and was led by ACDI MPC Chairman BGen Juanito J. Malto (Ret) with the rest of the ACDI MPC Board of Directors. Also present in the event were key personalities of ACDI MPC. To name a few are the following: BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret), ACDI MPC President; Ms Glenda Lita N. Ersando, Executive Vice President for Operations; Ms Emily C. Mondero, Vice President of Southern Luzon Area Operations (SLAO), Ms Minpha Marie Samudio, Branch Manager of ACDI- MDAAB, together with Head Office Support team and Branch personnel. The event was graced by BGen Galileo Gerard Quintanar Jr and was witnessed by Ms. Esther Pelaez, CDA Representative.

      For our members who have not yet voted, we encourage you to exercise your right to vote. Come and join us in the next SAGA & E!

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      Last 23 February 2013, ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative held its first leg of the Sequential Annual General Assembly at the Airmens’ Club House, Fernando Air Base, Lipa City.

      Ninety four (94) ACDI MPC members attended the said event with a total of fifty five (55) Regular members and thirty nine (39) Associate members. The voting officially opened at 0711H and officially closed at 1115H. Simultaneous with the election is the conduct of the General Assembly spearheaded by ACDI MPC Chairman BGen Juanito J. Malto (Ret) with ACDI MPC Board of Directors. Also present in the event were significant personalities of ACDI MPC, to name a few were the ff: BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret), ACDI MPC President; Ms Glenda Lita N. Ersando, Executive Vice President for Operations; Ms Emily C. Mondero, Vice President of Southern Luzon Area Operations (SLAO), Ms Imelda I. Bautista, Branch Manager of ACDI- FAB, Head Office’s Support team and ACDI-FAB personnel.

      Come and join us in the next SAGA & E venues! Exercise your right to vote! To see all the schedules and venues, you may click the link in the home page of our website or visit the nearest ACDI Branch.

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      Last February 18, 2013, Cooperative Development Authority awarded a Plaque of Appreciation to ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative, for being one of the major sponsors of last year’sCooperative Advocacy Run. In behalf of ACDI MPC, MsImelda I Bautista, VP- NCRAO; humbly accepted the Plaque of Appreciation given at a special ceremony held at Camelot Hotel, Quezon City.

      The event was presided by CDA Chairman Emmanuel M. Santiago, Ph. D.,together with the CDA Board of Administrators. Present in the event were various cooperatives coming from National Capital Region who alsojoined and sponsored the said Cooperative Advocacy Run.

      To further strengthen the spirit of “cooperativism” amongst cooperatives in the country and to further promote public awareness, thePhilippine Cooperative Center invited its partner cooperatives to the upcoming scheduled training workshop on Alternative Dispute Resolution entitled “Talk Works: A Mediation Training Program for the Cooperative Sector” which will be spearheaded by The Core Group Foundation on June 18-21,2013.

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      ACDI MPC gives back to its community through the various CSR activities conducted:

ACDI- ABAB joined Puerto Princesa’s “Love Affair with Nature”, a Mangrove Tree Planting Activity along the coastal areas of Purok Silangan, Barangay Tagburos last 14 February 2013. A total of 26 participants composed of branch personnel, selected JSC and regular/associate members participated in the said activity. This activity gave opportunity to ACDI- ABAB to protect the coastal areas from storm surges and erosion through Mangrove Reforestation.

      Last 17 February 2013 at San Sebastian Cathedral, Lipa City, ACDI-FAB together with STO.NINO Organization held a joint sponsorhip for the mass Baptism of 44 indigent children(ages 2 months old to 15 years old). The families of the newly Christened children were given grocery gifts by the branch as a token of ACDI MPC. The team was spearheaded by Ms Emily C. Mondero, VP- SLAO with Ms Imelda C. Bautista, BM of ACDI- FAB and was accompanied by selected ACDI-FAB personnel. The baptism has helped shaped and deepen the spiritual relationship of the children, their families as well as the branch.

      As part of ACDI-MPC’s corporate social responsibility to its stakeholders, ACDI- Head Office donated medicines to PAF General Hospital last 22 February 2013. The team was led by Ms Mary Anne P. Alabanza, Marketing Department Head with selected ACDI Head Office personnel. The donation included multivitamins, supplements and other medicinal drugs that are most needed by the hospital. The said activity aims to augment the medical supplies of the said hospital and to furthermore dispense these medicines to the patients, majority of which are loyal and active members of the ACDI MPC.

      ACDI-MPC stands firm on its promise to promote and extend its efforts on Corporate Social Responsibility to its stakeholders and the above activities are the proof of this life-long commitment to its community.

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      The long wait is over! Last February 14, ACDI MPC marked the start of its semi- annual Dividend Distribution for the 2nd Semester of CY 2012 with a dividend rate of 17%. The high dividend rate is a result of ACDI MPC’s continued hard work and efficient management of resources throughout the year. To show support to the event, key personalities of ACDI MPC were present to the legacy branches during the first day of the distribution.

      ACDI MPC members nationwide gathered to various respective venues to claim their Dividend cash while others opted to keep their earnings to their Savings Account in order for it to earn further interest. ACDI MPC continuous to share joy by giving all transacting members with free snack during the event.

      Visit the nearest ACDI MPC branch near you to claim your dividend.

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      In line with ACDI’s commitment in providing its members with continuous education, last January 26, 2013 ACDI- Tacloban conducted its first Pre-Membership Seminar to eighty (80) selected ACDI MPC associate members at Ritz Tower de Leyte, Tacloban City.

      The program started with a brief but concise introduction of ACDI MPC portfolio by Ms Aizel Padilla and Ms. Hyacinth Villanueva personnel from ACDI- Head Office. To further familiarize the members with the cooperative, the salient highlight of the seminar was then rendered by ACDI Dir BGen. Teodoro P. Evangelista (Ret.). As a symbol of ACDI MPC’s grateful recognition to their lively participation, each of the 80 new members was given a certificate of attendance and giveaways.

      Also present in the event were ACDI MPC Chairman BGen Juanito J. Malto (Ret) together with Vice Chairman, MGen Salvador S. Collantes Jr (Ret); and ACDI MPC board member, Dir BGen Honorato B. Santos (Ret); ACDI MPC Board Secretary, Atty. Edmundo L. Macarubbo ; ACDI MPC President, BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez(Ret0, VP- VISAO, Ms. Rosielani Grefalda; VP- Training Center, Ms Francine Luan M. Collantes; Head Office personnel, Tacloban Branch personnel, AMOs and other selected guests.

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      Two significant events were held at ACDI- MDAAB and ACDI- TARLAC last January 22 and January 24, 2013 respectively. Ms Sheila Razon, former Branch Manager of ACDI- MDAAB turned over her duties and responsibilities to Ms Minpha Marie Samudio. The latter accepted the duties and responsibilities coupled with vast opportunities presented. The ceremony was led by ACDI MPC President BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret) and was witnessed by key personalities of ACDI MPC. To name a few, the following attended the event: Ms Glenda Lita Ersando, EVP-Operations; Ms. Ivy Paz Cristobal, VP-HRD; Ms Emily Mondero, VP-SLAO; selected Personnel of Head Office, personnel of ACDI-MDAAB, AMOs of Bulihan and Laguna Extension offices and selected guests.

      In Central Luzon, another Installation Ceremony took place at ACDI- TARLAC for its new Branch Manager, Ms Evelyn Estrella, former ACDI Assistant Head, Current- Operations. Ms Irene Garcia, VP- CLAO, concurrent ACDI-TARLAC Branch Manager formally turned over her position to the newly installed Branch Manager. She embraced her position with new insights and perspective for the branch. The momentous ceremony was presided by Ms. Glenda Lita N. Ersando, EVP-Operations. Also present during the said event were the following: Ms Ivy Paz A. Cristobal, VP- HRD; Ms Sharon Buhayo, VP-PMD;AMOs,personnel, and invited guests.

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      Last January 19, 2013, ACDI-Iloilo Branch, together with ACDI-Training Center (TC), conducted its first ever Pre-Membership Education Seminar (PMES) held at the Iloilo Business Center, Smallville Complex Cor Benigno Aquino Avenue, Madurriao, Iloilo City. The event was attended by seventy nine (79) invited Associate members. The program started with a brief background about the cooperative by ACDI MPC President BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret) and subsequently followed with a lecture on Cooperative Education by one of ACDI MPC Board of Directors, BGen Teodoro P. Evangelista (Ret). At the end of the seminar, the 79 new regular members were given a certificate of attendance and simple giveaways.

      Aside from the invited participants, also present for the PMES were ACDI MPC Chairman BGen Juanito J. Malto (Ret) with the members of the Board such as: MGen Salvador S. Collantes (Ret), MGen Jovito P. Gammad (Ret) and BGen Honorato B. Santos (Ret), ACDI MPC Board Secretary, Atty. Edmundo L. Macarubbo ; VP- VISAO, Ms. Rosielani Grefalda; VP- Training Center, Ms Francine Luan M. Collantes; Head Office personnel, Iloilo Branch personnel, AMOs and other selected guests.

      Watch out for the next PMES of ACDI MPC in Tacloban City on January 26, 2013.

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      Last January 19, 2013, ACDI-Iloilo Branch, together with ACDI-Training Center (TC), conducted its first ever Pre-Membership Education Seminar (PMES) held at the Iloilo Business Center, Smallville Complex Cor Benigno Aquino Avenue, Madurriao, Iloilo City. The event was attended by seventy nine (79) invited Associate members. The program started with a brief background about the cooperative by ACDI MPC President BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret) and subsequently followed with a lecture on Cooperative Education by one of ACDI MPC Board of Directors, BGen Teodoro P. Evangelista (Ret). At the end of the seminar, the 79 new regular members were given a certificate of attendance and simple giveaways.

      Aside from the invited participants, also present for the PMES were ACDI MPC Chairman BGen Juanito J. Malto (Ret) with the members of the Board such as: MGen Salvador S. Collantes (Ret), MGen Jovito P. Gammad (Ret) and BGen Honorato B. Santos (Ret), ACDI MPC Board Secretary, Atty. Edmundo L. Macarubbo ; VP- VISAO, Ms. Rosielani Grefalda; VP- Training Center, Ms Francine Luan M. Collantes; Head Office personnel, Iloilo Branch personnel, AMOs and other selected guests.

      Watch out for the next PMES of ACDI MPC in Tacloban City on January 26, 2013.

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      ACDI MPC continuously provides its members with exemplary services thru the conduct of simultaneous Branch Manager Installation.

      Two note-worthy events were conducted last January 16, 2013 at ACDI- CJVAB and ACDI- DAVAO. Ms.Dalisay Mones the outgoing Branch Manager of ACDI- CJVAB formally turned over her duties and responsibilities to Ms Sheila Razon, former ACDI- MDAAB Branch Manager. The latter accepted the new challenges tasked of her and embraced the vast opportunities presented. The ceremony was led by ACDI MPC President BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret) and was witnessed by key personalities of ACDI MPC. To name a few, the following attended the event: Ms. Esperanza Cauyan, EVP-Admin; Ms. Ivy Paz Cristobal, VP-HRD; Ms.Imelda Bautista, VP- NCRAO; Ms Sharon Buhayo, VP-PMD; Personnel of ACDI- CJVAB and selected guests.

      In Central Mindanao, another Installation Ceremony was held at ACDI- DAVAO for its new Branch Manager, Mr Armando Blanco Jr. The newly installed Branch Manager accepted his new duties and responsibilities with pride. The momentous ceremony was presided by Ms. Glenda Lita Ersando, EVP-Operations. Also present during the said event were the following: BGen Neal Gacrama, VP-CMAO; Ms. Emieren Alucilja Branch Manager of Gensan; Tagum and Digos Extension Office AMOs and personnel, and invited guests.

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      ACDI MPC continuously expands and competitively competes in the market as evidence by the growing numbers of its branches in the country.

      Last January 07, 2013 another significant event was held at ACDI PILI, Ms Cheryl Sabado the outgoing Branch Manager formally entrusted and turned over her duties and responsibilities to Ms Jacqueline Villar. The latter accepted the new challenge presented. The ceremony was led by then ACDI MPC President MGen Gilbert S. LLanto(Ret) and was witnessed by key personalities of ACDI MPC. To name a few, the following attended the event: Ms. Emily Mondero, VP-SLAO; Personnel and AMOs of Pili, Legazpi and Daet Extension Offices’ and selected guests.

      On January 10, 2013, another Installation Ceremony was held at ACDI Trece Martires for its new Branch Manager, Ms. April Rose Merino former ACDI MPC Assistant Head of Operations. The newly installed Branch Manager eagerly accepted her new duties and responsibilities. The momentous ceremony was presided by ACDI MPC Interim President BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret). Also present during the said event were the following: Ms. Esperanza Cauyan, EVP-Admin; Ms. Glenda Lita Ersando, EVP-Operations; Ms. Emily Mondero, VP-SLAO; Ms. Ivy Paz Cristobal, VP-HRD; Ms. Sheila Razon, Branch Manager of MDAAB; Ms. Minpha Samudio Assistant Branch Manager CJVAB, Bulihan and Laguna Extension Office AMOs and personnel, and invited guests.

      The installation of new Branch Manager is one of ACDI MPC‘s efforts to live up to its brand in providing exemplary services even to all of its members nationwide.

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      On January 09, 2013, another note –worthy event had transpired on head office that will soon mark ACDI’s flight with a new leadership. The outgoing ACDI MPC President, MGen Gilbert S. LLanto (Ret) formally turned over his duties and responsibilities to BGen Alfredo Ramirez (Ret). The latter accepted with great optimism the responsibilities tasked of him. This optimism is evident as BGen Ramirez fondly said “we have much to do.”

      The occasion was spearheaded by ACDI MPC Chairman BGen Juanito J. Malto in which major key personalities of ACDI MPC attended. The other significant personalities who witness the event were the following: ACDI MPC BOD Ms Glenda Lita Ersando, EVP for Operations; Ms. Esperanza Cauyan, EVP for Admin;, Vice Presidents, Management Team, selected Branch Managers and Head office’s personnel.

      “Breaking limits. Braving Frontiers” as quoted from MGen Gilbert S. Llanto’s parting remarks, his exceptional leadership coupled with his strong adherence towards Management’s planning and implementation of diverse, dynamic and innovative programs contributed to the transition of ACDI Savings and Credit Cooperative into ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative. With this transition, ACDI MPC was able to realize its full potential and reach its pinnacle of success. MGen LLanto had successfully established a “brand of our own”, the ACDI BRAND. The brand with a core value of cooperativism and the brand whose primary goal is to provide exemplary services to members and stakeholders.

      “We will not falter. We will be better. And we will all succeed.” The parting words of the outgoing ACDI MPC President.

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      ACDI MPC kicks off CY 2013 with three momentous events in the form of its traditional New Year’s Call coincided with the Assumption and Turnover Ceremonies of the members of its Management Team. The event which was held last 04 January 2012 was opened with the First Friday Mass celebrated by Rev. Father. Chrismar Daguno and was attended by members of the Board of Directors, Management Team and ACDI MPC personnel.

      As one of the significant traditions celebrated by the Cooperative, the Annual New Year’s Call was spearheaded by ACDI MPC Chairman, BGEN Juanito J Malto (Ret) who welcomed the entire ACDI MPC Team with a warm and inspiring New Year’s message.

      Immediately after the Call, ACDI MPC President, MGEN Gilbert S. Llanto. (Ret) presided the Assumption and Turnover Ceremonies of some of the key players of its Management Team. The outgoing VP-Internal Audit Ms Ivy Paz A. Cristobal formally turned over her duties and responsibilities to Mr. Ramon A. Tamayo. Ms. Cristobal then assumed the position of VP-Human Resources Department. Ms. Felda Lacdao turned over her position as VP-Training Center to Ms Francine Luanne Collantes the concurrent VP-Special Projects and then assumed the postion as VP NLAO.

      In addition to this, the redistricting of the Central Luzon Area Opertions (CLAO) was also held. Having seen the great potential for the untapped Pensioners market of Central Luzon area Opertions (CLAO) led the Board of Directors and Top Management to a decision to redistrict the Area operations into NCRAO and CLAO. Ms. Imelda I. Bautista being the VP CLAO assumed her position as VP-NCRAO. The ACDI-GHQ, ACDI-CJVAB and ACDI-FORTBONI will then be under NCRAO. And ACDI-AFC, ACDI-BAB and ACDI-Tarlac will be under CLAO who will be spearheded by Ms. Irene M. Garcia, Head of CLAO.

      Change is the only thing inevitable thereby in every organization change is necessary. These significant events are concrete proofs of ACDI MPC’s dynamic initiatives to continuously improve its organization in pursuant to its goals to its members.

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      ACDI MPC started its year fresh, new, and invigorating. Last January 03, 2013 a Turnover and Installation Ceremony for its new ACDI GHQ Branch Manager was held. Ms. Juliet Arquines, outgoing ACDI-GHQBranch Manager formally turned over her duties and responsilibities to the newly appointed and installed Branch ManagerMs Doreen Nario. Ms Nario accepted with pride and embraced her new designation as well as the opportunities and challenges she will soon be facing.

      The said ceremony was presided by ACDI MPC President MGen. Gilbert S. Llanto (Ret) and was witnessed by significant personalities from the ACDI MPC Management: Ms Glenda Lita N. Ersando, EVP-Operations;Ms Imelda I. Bautista, VP- NCRAO; Ms. Ivy Paz A. Cristobal, VP-HRD; branch personnel; and other invited guests.

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      A total of Fifty Four (54) new regular ACDI members were welcomed last November 24, 2012 as ACDI-Tarlac Branch, in partnership with ACDI Training Center (TC), conducted its Pre-Membership Education Seminar (PMES) at Max’s Restaurant, Robinsons Mall, Plaza Luisita, San Miguel, Tarlac City.

      The program started with the welcome remarks of Vice President for Central Luzon Area Operations (VP-CLAO), Ms. Imelda I. Bautista followed by ACDI Tarlac Branch Manager, Ms. Irene M. Garcia giving a brief background about ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative.

      The main lecture for the PMES Seminar was then discussed by Ms. Felda D. Lacdao, Vice President for Training Center. After which an open forum for the participants was held. To complete the seminar, Certificates of Attendance were awarded by ACDI BOD Members, MGen Salvador S. Collantes (Ret), BGen Honorato B. Santos (Ret) and BGen Jovito P. Gammad (Ret), to all the new regular members.

      Also present for this event was ACDI President MGen. Gilbert S. Llanto (Ret.), who delivered the closing remarks; Executive Vice President for Operations, Ms. Glenda Lita N. Ersando; Head Office representatives led by Asst. Head for Operations Dept., Ms. Evelyn B. Estrella; Tarlac Branch personnel and other invited guests.

      On November 10, 2012, ACDI-Pagadian Branch, in partnership with ACDI Training Center (TC), conducted a Pre-Membership Education Seminar (PMES) for selected associate ACDI MPC members. The seminar was held at the Liga ng mga Barangay Convention Center, San Francisco District, Pagadian City with a total of fifty seven (57) participants.

      As part of the program, a short background about ACDI MPC was discussed by BGen. Neal P. Gacrama (Ret.) Vice President for Central Mindanao Area Operations while the main lecture for the PMES Seminar was given by Ms. Felda D. Lacdao, Vice President for Training Center. In appreciation for their active participation, the fifty seven (57) new regular members also received individual grocery packs presented by ACDI President MGen. Gilbert S. Llanto (Ret.).

      The event was also graced with the presence of BGen. Juanito J. Malto (Ret.), ACDI Chairman of the Board of Directors, who gave the closing remarks. Also present for the seminar is Vice Chairman BGen Alfredo G. Ramirez (Ret.), BOD Members’ BGen Honorato B. Santos (Ret) and BGen. Teodoro P. Evangelista (Ret.), Pagadian Branch Manager Ms. Claudine A. Malanog, ACDI Pagadian Branch personnel, AMOs and other special invited guests.

      Last October 27, 2012, ACDI-Nueva Ecija Branch, in partnership with ACDI-Training Center (TC), conducted its first ever Pre-Membership Education Seminar (PMES) held at the Pahingahan Complex, Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija. This seminar was attended by forty-one (41) invited associate members of ACDI MPC. As part of the program, Vice President for Northern Luzon Area Operations (VP-NLAO) Mr. Ramon A. Tamayo Jr. provided a brief background of ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative while Ms. Mereniza Gomez, Assistant Manager for TC, gave a lecture on Cooperative Education. At the end of the seminar, the 41 new regular members were given a certificate of attendance and simple giveaways.

      Aside from the invited participants, also present for the PMES were the members of the Board of Directors MGen Salvador S. Collantes (Ret), MGen Jovito P. Gammad (Ret) and BGen Honorato B. Santos (Ret), ACDI President MGen Gilbert S. Llanto (Ret), Head Office personnel, Rosales and Nueva Ecija Branch personnel, AMOs and other selected visitors.

      On November 05, 2012, ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative conducted a Turnover and Installation Ceremony for its new ACDI-Davao Branch Manager (BM). Ms. Doreen P. Nario turned over her duties and responsibilities as ACDI-Davao Branch Manager to the newly appointed and installed Branch Manager, Ms. Alma Y. Manalon. Ms. Manalon positively accepted both the challenges and opportunities attached to her new designation & responsibilities.

      The said ceremony was led by the ACDI President MGen. Gilbert S. Llanto (Ret). Also witnessing this significant event were the following personalities: Vice President for Central Mindanao Area Operations (VP-CMAO) BGen. Neal P. Gacrama (Ret.), Branch personnel and other invited guests.

      You may visit our Davao Branch located at Door #3 Fran Jr Bldg. corner E Palma Gil St. Obrero & JP Laurel Ave., Davao City or contact them at the ff. no’s (082) 222-2147/ 0917-5635819/ 0922-8740959.

      Another noteworthy event took place this Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at the Taguig City University Auditorium, as once again, Cooperatives in Taguig and Pateros gathered together for the celebration of yet another milestone in the history of Cooperatives in Taguig.

      Organized by the Cooperative Union of Taguig and Pateros (COUNTPA), this event marked the launching of the first-ever coffee table book and official website of the said cooperative union. Entitled “Coops Reloaded”, this book was made with the purpose of showing the rich and vibrant histories of all the cooperative-members of COUNTPA. The said book also intends to send a message to the next generation for them to continue the journey and let the spirit of cooperativism shine amidst the darkness of poverty and social inequities. This momentous occasion was witnessed by representatives of more than thirty (30) Cooperatives including ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative with the special guest Mayor Ma. Laarni L. Cayetano. This event is part of the month-long celebration of the Cooperative Month.

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      On October 10-12, 2012, ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative took part in the celebration of the 11th Cooperative Summit in Atrium, Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro City. This year marked a very significant event Fin the cooperative movement or United Nation has declared 2012 as the “International Year of Cooperatives” to gratify the contributions, as well as the role of our world leaders to the Socio-Economic Development of nations and in promoting the betterment of the lives of the poor and the marginalized sector.

      Dubbed as “Cooperative Enterprise Build a Better Philippines”, this year’s Summit localized and aligned it’s theme from IYC’s “Transformative Cooperatives for People, Planet, Prosperity and Peace”. The event runs for two days in The Atrium at Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro which was filled by approximately three thousand (3,000) cooperators coming from different parts of the country. The ACDI MPC President, MGen Gilbert Llanto (Ret) together with the ACDI BOD members, MGen Salvador S Collantes Jr (Ret), BGen Alfredo Ramirez (Ret), BGen Teodoro Evangelista (Ret), MGen Jovito Gammad along with BGen Neal Gacrama, VP-CMAO attended and actively participated the said two-day event.

      Moreover, a variety of honorable speakers were invited to the event to share and embark upon different key-subjects to establish Sustainable Development among cooperatives. Hon. Oscar Moreno, Governor of Misamis Oriental opened the program proper by welcoming the delegates to their province. Afterwards, Senator Agapito “Butz” Aquino presented his overview to the 11th National Cooperative Summit, and was subsequently followed by Dr. Emmanuel Santianguel, PhD Chairman of Cooperative Development Authority with his State of the Coop Address (SOCA 2012).

      As part of the program, Ms. Sally Ganibe from Asian Women in Cooperative Development Forum (AWCF) imparted about Gender Equality in Cooperatives. Also, The Senior Advisor of Development International Desjardins (DID), Mr. Jean Caron discussed the Model for Savings and Credit Cooperative. Lastly, Mr. Fermin Gonzales, President of CLIMBS conversed about Cooperative’s Risk Mitigation.

      The overall concept of this year’s summit as adapted to its theme aims to give emphasis and to develop the operational condition of the cooperative industry as what has been agreed upon during the last year’s Cooperative Summit. It also aspires to tackle the challenges that the cooperatives may face for the incorporation of the production and marketing of its product and services. The highlights of the event include the Cooperative Parade and the assembly of the representatives of all participating Coops. As part of the culminating activity of the group, the participants were given the opportunity to enjoy a tour of the beautiful city of Cagayan De Oro and their famous tourist spots.

      Last October 06, 2012, ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative once again participated in Taguig City’s month-long celebration for the Cooperative Month. Joining the “Coop Walk and Grand Aerobics” Activity held at the C6 Road, Bicutan, Taguig, were thirty two (32) ACDI representatives from the Head Office and selected ACDI Branches. All ACDI MPC representatives enthusiastically joined the Grand Aerobics as part of its encouragement to fellow Filipinos towards living a healthy lifestyle and having a strong and sound body.

      Other attendees for this fun-filled activity are the different cooperatives of Taguig, personnel of the Coast Guard and PNP, officers of COUNTPA, Aerobics Club of Taguig and several Barangay Officials of Taguig. Also seen in the said event is Mayor Ma. Laarni L. Cayetano together with Councilors of Taguig City.

     October 2012 is one of the most exciting “BER” months for ACDI Multipurpose Cooperative because many branches will celebrate their anniversaries. In line with these celebrations, these branches launch promos that will give the participating members chances to win exciting prizes. These are ACDI MPC’s way of extending appreciation and gratitude to all its patronizing members.

ACDI-MBEAB BRANCH 26th ANNIVERSARY PROMO

     ACDI-MBEAB Branch celebrates its 26th Anniversary on October 22, 2012. The branch has launched a promo dubbed as "ACDI-MBEAB Branch 26th Anniversary Balloon Bursting Promo". Below are the mechanics of the said promo:

• Be a new member to earn one (1) promo ticket
• New placement of investment to earn one (1) promo ticket (The more number of new placements, the more tickets to be received)
• Loaning members:
  • One (1) Ticket for every P100,000.00 Gross Loan
  • One (1) Ticket for Loan below P100,000.00 Gross Loan

     The promo period has started last September 24 to 22, 2012 and the Grand Draw is on October 31, 2012.
For more information, ACDI-MBEAB Branch is open weekdays from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm located at ACDI Bldg., Mactan Benito Ebuen Air Base, Lapu-Lapu City. Hurry, Join Now!!!

ACDI-FORT BONIFACIO BRANCH 1ST ANNIVERSARY PROMO

     ACDI-Fort Bonifacio Branch celebrates its 1st Anniversary on October 1, 2012. In line with this, the branch has a month long promo dubbed as "Masaganang Papremyo sa Unang Anibersaryo ng ACDI-Fort Bonifacio". The promo period is on October 1 to 26, 2012 and the Grand Draw is on October 26, 2012. Below are the mechanics of the said promo:

• Open for ACDI-Fort Bonifacio Branch members only.
• All ACDI MPC officers, employees, AMO’s and their dependetns are disqualified in joining the said promo.
• Entitlement to raffle tickets shall depend on the ff. corresponding type of transactions:
  • New Member – One (1) Ticket
  • New Loan – Two (2) Tickets
  • New Member & New Loan – Three (3) Tickets
  • New Investments – Three (3) Tickets
• A member can only win once. If member’s name is drawn more than once, the prize that has a higher value will be given to him/her.
• Winners will be notified thru phone or thru letter if they were not present on the draw date.
• All unclaimed raffle prizes after sixty (60) days will be forfeited.

     For inquiries, ACDI-Fort Bonifacio Branch is open weekdays from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm located at G/F Colby Center Unit-B, #59 Bayani Road, Phase IV-AFPOVAI, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City. What are you waiting for? Come, join and celebrate with us to win exciting prizes. 

ACDI-CEBU BRANCH 2ND ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

     October 1, 2012 will mark ACDI-Cebu Branch’s two years of fulfilling quality service to the members. In line with the celebration, ACDI-Cebu Branch will have a month-long promo to express its deepest gratitude to the members for their continued patronage. Participating members will have a chance to win cellphones and loads, plus exciting ACDI Novelty items. Below are the mechanics of the said promo:

• All ACDI members, regardless of branch membership, who has an approved loan application during the duration of the promo, are entitled to join. However, All ACDI MPC officers, employees, AMO’s and their dependents are disqualified in joining the promo.

• Promo period will be from October 01 – 26, 2012.

     Visit ACDI-Cebu Branch located at Unit-IIIA, The QC Pavillion, Gorordo Ave., Camputhaw, Cebu City, which is open on weekdays from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.

ACDI-NUEVA ECIJA BRANCH 3RD ANNIVERSARY PROMO

     ACDI-Nueva Ecija Branch celebrates its 3rd Anniversary on October 1, 2012. The branch has a month long promo dubbed as "Ika-Tatlong AniberSAYA sa Nueva Ecija". Below are the mechanics of the said promo:

• Open for ACDI-Nueva Ecija Branch members only.
• Entitlement to raffle tickets shall depend on the ff. corresponding type of transactions:
  • Every P20,000.00 and below Gross Loan is equivalent to ONE (1) ticket.
  • All New Members whether JSC or Associate will be entitled to ONE (1) raffle ticket.
  • New Investment Placement to SSD, TD, Fortune Plan and Fortune Plus regardless of amount are also entitled to ONE (1) raffle ticket.
• A member can only win once. If member’s name is drawn more than once, the prize that has a higher value will be given to him/her.
• Winners will be notified thru phone or thru letter if they were not present on the draw date.
• All unclaimed raffle prizes after sixty (60) days will be forfeited.

     The promo period is on October 1 to 31, 2012 and the Grand Draw is on October 31, 2012.

     For inquiries, ACDI-Nueva Ecija Branch is open weekdays from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm located at Purok 9, Brgy. Militar, Fort Magsaysay, Palayan City, Nueva Ecija. Hurry, Join Now!!!

ACDI-BAB BRANCH 22ND ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

     As ACDI-Basa Air Base Branch celebrates its eighteen years of quality service to the members, a month-long promo is launched to express its deepest gratitude to the members for their continued patronage. Participating members will have a chance to win cool prizes such as ACDI Novelty items, plus exciting major prizes. Below are the mechanics of the said promo:

• Open to all ACDI MPC loaning members - One (1) raffle ticket per P25,000.00 Gross Amount
• New members - One (1) raffle ticket
• Investing members amounting to P5,000.00 and above.
• Promo period will be from October 01 – 31, 2012.
• The Grand Draw is on November 5, 2012 (Monday)

     Visit ACDI-Basa Air Base Branch located at Concessionaires’ Area, ACDI Bldg., Air Defense Wing, Basa Air Base, Floridablanca, Pampanga, which is open on weekdays from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.

Hurry!!! Join now!

ACDI-AFC BRANCH 19th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

     Nineteen years of fulfilling quality service to the members, ACDI-AFC Branch launches a month-long promo to express its deepest gratitude to the members for their continued patronage throughout the years. To all ACDI MPC members, come, join and participate on the promo, and have a chance to win exciting prizes. To join, avail of ACDI MPC services from October 1 to 31, 2012. The Grand Raffle Draw is on October 31, 2012.

     Visit ACDI-AFC Branch located at Bldg. 6312, Godofredo Juliano St., Air Force city, Clarkfield, Pampanga, which is open on weekdays from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.

Hurry!!! Join now!

ACDI-FERNANDO AIR BASE BRANCH 22nd ANNIVERSARY PROMO

     ACDI-Fernando Air Base Branch celebrates its 22nd Anniversary on October 1, 2012. The branch has a month long promo dubbed as "ACDI-FAB Branch @ 22 Anniversary Raffle Promo". To join, avail of ACDI MPC services from October 1 to 26, 2012. The Raffle Draw is on October 26, 2012. (Note: Open to all ACDI-FAB Members only.)

     For inquiries, ACDI-FAB Branch is open weekdays from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm located at Air Education Training Command, Fernando Air Base, Lipa City, Batangas. Hurry, Join Now!!!