CDM on its 1st National Strategic Planning

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 07:13:17 +0100

The Centrist Democratic Movement (CDM) National Federation takes on a new milestone as it conducts for the first time the National Strategic Planning last January 10, 2011 at the Dusit Thani Hotel, Makati City.

The activity was highlighted by the presence of Dr. Gerhard Wahlers, International Cooperation - Head of Department of the Kondrad-Adenauaer-Stiftung (KAS) together with his wife, Annette Wahlers; and the CDM National Conveners, Dr. Peter Koeppinger, Country Representative of KAS and Mr. Lito Monico C. Lorenzana, the Chairman of Centrist Democratic Political Institute(CDPI).

The delegates which came from the five (5) Regional Assemblies welcomed Dr. Wahlers and his wife at a luncheon meeting in the Fiesta San Miguel Restaurant of the hotel. Thereafter the group proceeded at a conference room for the program proper.

Mr. Mussolini Lidasan, the newly-elected Regional Chairman of the CDM Southern Mindanao headed the opening with a Muslim prayer and the Christian prayer was headed through a touching presentation of prayer song by Mr. Johnjoan Mende, the Deputy Chairman of Central Visayas (Dan-ag). The singing of the National Anthem was led by Ms. Lorelyn T. Dumaug, the Regional Secretary of CDM Northern Mindanao (Lambigit).

A welcome remarks was given by the CDM National Council 2nd Deputy President, Dr. Nenita Manongsong.

Then the five Regional Assemblies headed by their respective Regional Chairpersons: Ms. Jacqueline de la Pena (CDM Central Visayas-Dan-ag); Ms. Amy Luz Catalan (CDM Western Visayas); Mr. Mussolini Lidasan (CDM Southern Mindanao); Ms. Diana Afable-Lorenzo (CDM Manila) and Mr. Bruce A. Colao (acting Deputy Chairman of CDM Northern Mindanao-Lambigit) presented the current situation and plans of each area. The Regional Chairpersons stirred the group with the updates of each Regional Assembly as well as the unique plans they came up for 2011 and beyond. Each addressed the concern of their respective Regional Assembly and stressed the importance of coming up with a plan in attune to their cultural, economic and political needs.

Dr. Peter Koeppinger introduced the presence of his head Dr. Wahlers to the delegates. He called on everyone present to just do their job without having to act out for the purpose of giving good impression.

A challenging and inspiring message was delivered by the National Council President, Mr. Roderico Y. Dumaug, Jr.prior to the the actual strategic planning. The National President called on everyone to be enthusiastic in sharing their plans not only for the region but for the entire CDM National Federation through a clear and professional means of attaining it.

The strategic planning proceeded with a highly interactive sharing of ideas from among the participants with the guidance and comment from the National Conveners, Lito Monico C. Lorenzana and Peter Koeppinger.

Dr. Wahlers expressed his immense appreciation to the conduct of the proceeding and noted that if these are the kind of people willing to take part, then a great hope can happen to the movement in whatever way it chooses its direction to heed. Being first time to the Philippines, he cannot help but admire the enthusiasm of the officers and members considering its being first of its kind in the country. He declared the continued support of the KAS in the cause of the Centrist Democratic Movement in the Philippines.

After the deliberation, a formal adoption to the strategic planning concluded the session.

The activity was held coherent by Mr. Jordan Jay C. Antolin (Regional Treasurer, CDM Northern Mindanao -Lambigit) being the master of the ceremony.

A sumptuous dinner was prepared for the delegates at a Thai Restaurant few blocks away from the venue.

The complete list of the attendance:

CDM National Council Officers:

President Mr. Roderico Y. Dumaug, Jr.
1st Deputy President Mr. Steve Arquiza
2nd Deputy President Dr. Nenita Manongsong
Secretary General Ms. Diana Lorenzo-Afable
Deputy Sec. Gen. Ms. Jacqueline dela Pena
Treasurer Ms. Amy Luz Catalan

CDM MANILA

Ms. Diana Afable-Lorenzo Regional Chairperson
Mr. Eric Castro Deputy Chairman
Dr. Nenita Manongsong Regional Secretary

CDM CENTRAL VISAYAS - DAN-AG

Ms. Jacqueline dela Pena Regional Chairperson
Mr. Johnjoan Mende Deputy Chairman
Mr. Rey Uzhmar Padit Member, Regional Council
Mr. Manda Narido Member, Regional Council
Mr. Micah Dagaerag Member, Regional Council

CDM WESTERN VISAYAS

Ms. Amy Luz Catalan Regional Chairperson
Ms. Rhea Penaflor Regional Secretary
Mr. Francisco Lindero Member, Regional Council
Mr. Arnulfo Makilan Member, Regional Council

CDM SOUTHERN MINDANAO

Mr. Mussolini Lidasan Regional Chairman
Mr. Bernard Al-ag Deputy Chairman
Mr. Patrick Henry Asiñero Regional Secretary
Ms. Imagine Onia Member, Regional Council
Mr. Steve Lawrence Arquiza Member, Regional Council

CDM NOTHERN MINDANAO - LAMBIGIT

Mr. Roderico Y. Dumaug, Jr. Regional Chairman
Mr. Bruce A. Colao Deputy Chairman (Acting)
Ms. Lorelyn T. Dumaug Regional Secretary
Mr. Jordan Jay C. Antolin Regional Treasurer
Mr. Mohamad Ali E. Ramber Member, Regional Council

CDM NATIONAL CONVENERS

Mr. Lito Monico C. Lorenzana Chairman, CDPI
Dr. Peter Koeppinger Country Representative, KAS

CENTRIST DEMOCRACY POLITICAL INSTITUTE (CDPI)

Mr. Paul Gongora Communications Officer
Ms. Janice Castillo Executive Assistant
Mr. Ruby Suazo Member

CDM NATIONAL SECRETARIAT

Mr. Migdonio Clamor, Jr.
Mr. Miguel Musngi
Ms. April dela Cruz
Ms. Linnette Rivera
Mr. Joseph Germin Umadhay, Jr.

cdm-national-federation

CDM on its 1st National Strategic Planning