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"This refers to Mr. Bobit S. Avila’s column (Inside Cebu) last July 12, 2004 wherein he made a commentary about PTA’s Kang-Irag Golf Course and Argao Beach Club. Furthermore, he underscored PTA’s seemingly poor financial management, to quote, ‘While whatever King Midas touched turned into gold, here whatever PTA touches loses money.’


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BONG MAGPAYO

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Chicharific!!! at Franchise Show

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A haven for homegrown entrepreneurs

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AFFI lines up several initiatives

April 16, 2012 - 12:00am

The Association of Filipino Franchisers Inc. (AFFI), under its new leadership, has lined up several initiatives that will further professionalize and standardize the conduct of operations of its members.

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A response from the PTA

By Bobit S. Avila | July 16, 2004 - 12:00am

I got a very lengthy response to our article on tourism last Monday coming from Bong Magpayo, business development officer of the Philippine Tourism Authority (PTA). Here’s his letter: "This refers to...

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