Events and Activities
ADBEMC Year‑End Appreciation Party: A Night of Gratitude
December 12, 2025 — Cabalen, SM Megamall Atrium
ADBEMC closed the year with an intimate Year-End Appreciation Party for 45 participants from the Board of Directors, Officers, Committees, and Management. The gathering recognized the leadership and volunteer service that power our programs year-round and reaffirmed our shared commitment to member-centered work in the year ahead.
Guests enjoyed a generous buffet of Filipino and Asian favorites, sharing stories and laughter over shared tables. To keep the festive spirit alive, the program featured door prizes, raffle draws, and giveaways—including food vouchers, gift certificates, and other tokens of appreciation—simple touches designed to delight and express gratitude for everyone’s contributions.
Adding a playful twist, the Best in Creative Hat contest brought color and creativity to the celebration. The imaginative entries reflected the joy and camaraderie that define our cooperative community.
By evening’s end, attendees left with full hearts and full hands—a fitting close to a year spent working side by side for our members. As we welcome 2026, we carry forward the same purpose that shaped this year’s milestones: serving members well, communicating clearly, and building community at every touchpoint.
Special General Assembly Greenlight IT Modernization
Faster. Safer. Future-Ready.
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On October 10, 2025, ADBEMC took a decisive step toward modernization. During the Special General Assembly, members approved a resolution to upgrade the Cooperative’s aging IT infrastructure, a move that promises faster, more secure, and more reliable service for all.
The decision comes after eight years of using the same servers and desktops, which have begun to show their age through slow performance, software compatibility issues, and an increased risk of service disruptions.
To address this, ADBEMC will invest in 2 mid-performance servers and 13 laptops running Windows 11 Pro, with an estimated cost of ₱480,000–₱550,000, fully funded from Coop resources. This upgrade is expected to support operations for the next five years and ensure that member services remain smooth and future-ready.
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Members who attended the assembly enjoyed several perks, including ₱100 credited to the savings accounts of the first 394 attendees, major raffle prizes worth ₱10,000, and 33 lucky winners won ₱300 worth of Hawker Chan food vouchers.
This milestone marks ADBEMC’s commitment to progress, not just in technology, but in service to its members.
Year-End Planning Session: ADBEMC Officers Set Strategic Priorities for 2026
November 8, 2025 — LRC1/Zoom
The ADBEMC leadership convened in a hybrid format for its Year-End Planning Session, reflecting on the organization’s progress and setting a clear strategic direction for 2026. The meeting brought together officers and committee heads to ensure alignment, focus, and readiness for the year ahead.
Officers assessed the 2025 achievements and identified opportunities to enhance organizational performance and operational efficiency. Discussions focused on recalibrating tasks through February to keep initiatives on track and realistic.
Budget planning took center stage, with leaders agreeing on adjustments and emphasizing the importance of keeping allocations and initiatives practical and sustainable. This ensures that resources remain aligned with key priorities and major milestones, including the General Assembly and Annual Report.
The session concluded with a unified commitment to member-centered service, transparency, and collaboration—laying the foundation for stronger engagement and sustainable growth in 2026.
ADBEMC donates to Tondo fire victims
The ADBEMC, through the Gender and Development Committee, joined the IT Department and the ADB Staff Community Fund in extending relief assistance to the victims of the massive September 2025 fire incident in Tondo, Manila.
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ADBEMC, responding to the request of the Gender and Development Committee, approved and released funding of 55 boxes (3,300 packs) of sanitary napkins to address an often overlooked matter in relief operations: hygiene needs of affected women and young girls.
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The items were delivered last 4 October by ADB volunteers to the Upskills+ Foundation, and on 5 October to Project Pearls, both established NGOs serving the Tondo community.
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2025 Mid-Year Planning Session:
Setting the Course Ahead
ADBEMC held its Mid-Year Planning Session on 31 May – 1 June 2025 at Estancia De Lorenzo, San Mateo, Rizal, bringing together the board of directors, committees, and management staff to review progress and align priorities for the rest of the year. The session focused on strengthening financial strategies, enhancing member services, and improving operational efficiency.
Key discussions included exploring short- and medium-term investments, implementing the 3Rs Strategy (Review, Restock, Rebrand) for the Coop Store, drafting new loan guidelines to increase limits and formalize collateral-based lending, and initiatives to boost membership and training programs. Committees also discussed activities such as quarterly market fairs, gender development projects, and the upcoming year-end planning in November. These efforts reaffirm ADBEMC’s commitment to strategic growth and member-focused services.
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On September 26, 2025, despite Typhoon Signal No. 2, nearly 200 members gathered at the Staff Hub Amphitheater and Plaza to mark ADBEMC’s 33rd Anniversary, a testament to resilience and community spirit.
Themed “Built on We @33,” the celebration honored shared history and enduring service. Highlights included a moving ADBEMC@Work montage, vibrant performances by Jan Michael Marasigan of the ADB Chorale, and recognition of 18 members with 33 years of loyalty, plus a 10-Year Service Award for Diana Paclibon and Bravo Awards for Gail Marteja and Mariel Joy de Guzman.
Festivities featured the Answer and Earn Trivia Contest, symbolic cake-blowing, and generous giveaways. The night’s biggest thrill? Three lucky winners each took home ₱11,000 worth of gift certificates!
The event also looked ahead with announcements on the Special General Assembly, the Member-get-Member program, and new digital platforms like Facebook and Viva Engage.
More than a party, the 33rd Anniversary reaffirmed ADBEMC’s values of unity, appreciation, and service, carrying forward the laughter, lessons, and legacy of this special night.
Built on We @33: ADBEMC Celebrates Unity and Service
ADBEMC 32nd ARGAM: Renewing Commitment, Strengthening Ties
March 31, 2025 | MFH 1–3 | Hybrid Event​
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ADBEMC’s 32nd Annual Regular General Assembly Meeting (ARGAM) brought together 504 members, 203 onsite and 301 online, to reaffirm transparency, growth, and community. More than a requirement, ARGAM is where members vote, approve policies, and shape the cooperative’s future.
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Key approvals included the 2025 agenda, 2024 minutes, Board Resolutions, Financial Highlights, 2025 Budget, and an increase in per diem. Members also endorsed GAD activities and Community Development Fund proposals, and welcomed newly elected officers for the Board and Committees.
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The evening featured quizzes, performances by ADB Chorale and Dance Guild, and raffle draws worth ₱85,000, including major prizes of ₱12K, ₱8K, and ₱5K, keeping members engaged and connected. ARGAM remains the cornerstone of cooperative governance, promoting accountability, financial literacy, and unity. Thank you to all members for making ARGAM 2025 a success!