Title Sponsor
COBRA ENERGY DRINK was launched in December 2006 by Interbev Philippines, Inc. Cobra Energy Drink caters to individuals who lead an active lifestyle and whose jobs or hobbies require them to perform at an optimal level whether physically or mentally. COBRA provides the “extra energy” for enhanced mental and physical performance.
Cobra Energy Drink contains the following unique blend of ingredients that enable the body to achieve the extra energy needed to perform one’s daily tasks:
B Vitamins – are often called energy vitamins. It fights fatigue, irritability, poor concentration, anxiety and depression.
Inositol – is very helpful in the treatment of depression, panic attacks and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It is also used to prevent hardening of the arteries, protect the heart and treat cancer.
Ginseng – increases resistance to physical, chemical and biological stress and builds up vitality. Ginseng increases physical and mental capacity for work.
Taurine – It is an essential nutrient observed to treat cardiovascular diseases, hypercholesterocemia, epilepsy, seizure disorders, muscular degeneration, Alzheimer’s disease & modulation of cellular calcium levels.
Caffeine – improves one’s endurance. It is an ergogenic aide that stimulates muscular performance. Taurine combined with caffeine enhances one’s concentration and reaction speed while improving emotional status.
With the active lifestyle that we have today, COBRA ENERGY DRINK can play a great role in our everyday living.
Presenting Sponsors
Globe Telecom is a leading telecommunications company in the Philippines. We continue to grow and engage our customers through our clear commitment of “Making Great Things Possible.”
As a pioneer, Globe Telecom continues to be a part of the revolution that’s connecting millions of people across the Philippines and around the world – a testament to our continuing commitment to nation-building. Beyond technology, we feel that our business is truly shaped by the bonds that tie Filipinos together. We believe that communications is ultimately about relationships, and this drives us to innovate and constantly find new ways to enhance our portfolio of services. Looking ahead, as multimedia becomes more pervasive, we fully intend to introduce compelling new products to further enrich the lives of Filipinos everywhere.
True to our vision, as the needs of our subscribers evolve, so will Globe Telecom.
Media Partners
MultiSport Philippines is the only FREE magazine specially created for running, cycling and swimming enthusiasts. Published and edited by triathletes, we feature local multisport enthusiasts, professional health and training advice, gear picks, race listings and event coverage, and relevant services and technology.
Readers get instant access to insider multisport strategies, injury prevention tips, and success secrets with our monthly panel of coaches, trainers, and specialists, plus a consistent dose of motivational and inspirational stories.
MultiSport Philippines is a monthly fix for any athlete or anthlete-to-be
The Philippine STAR is a daily broadsheet circulated throughout the Philippine archipelago. Owned and published by PhilSTAR Daily, Inc., The Philippine STAR is regarded as a vaunted pillar of Philippine media and is the only broadsheet with an established circulation in Hong Kong and Saudi Arabia.
Comprehensive coverage, balanced reporting, responsible journalism. These are just some of the attributes readers commonly associate with The Philippine STAR – qualities that continue to endear the newspaper to legions of Filipino readers who value credible news and information.
Founded on July 28, 1986 by veteran journalists Max Soliven, Betty Go-Belmonte and Art Borjal, The Philippine STAR has lived up to its mission of informing and inspiring the Filipino people by upholding truth and fairness at all times. Its integrity as a newspaper is anchored on the Biblical motto, “Truth Shall Prevail.”
Beyond upholding journalistic ideals, The Philippine STAR fiercely guards its reputation as a versatile newspaper, lending meaning to its popular slogan, “The only paper you read from cover to cover!”, which aptly captures the appeal of the paper to readers who have made it a habit to read The STAR.
Outside of its superior news reportage, the Opinion Section comprises one of The STAR’s strongest advantages. Imagine a newspaper that pools together the brilliant minds of such luminaries as Cito Beltran, Jarius Bondoc, Billy Esposo, Dik Pascual, Ana Marie Pamintuan, Marichu Villanueva, and many others whose views influence the opinions of decision-makers and important personages in Philippine society.
As the only newspaper with a subscription to all the major foreign news agencies, The STAR succeeds in presenting world news and events more graphically and comprehensively compared to other Philippine broadsheets.
Complementing the paper’s genius for opinions are sections that are not only informative but also tasteful and attuned to the current Filipino lifestyle, whether it be in the field of Sports, Business, Lifestyle or Entertainment.
The Philippine STAR’s dynamic growth in a span of only 20 years under the able leadership of its president and CEO, Miguel G. Belmonte, has been phenomenal. From an eight-page single section newspaper in 1986, the paper now averages 80-90 pages a day with full-color capability in each of its pages. Already the 23rd newspaper to come off the press after the Edsa Revolution, The Philippine STAR has climbed steadily to become the leading newspaper in the country today.
On its 20th year, The Philippine STAR was conferred as the Newspaper of the Year Award by the Rotary Club of Manila“ for consistently upholding the principles of responsible journalism in maintaining fair and balanced reporting, as well as espousing the pursuit of good governance, free enterprise, social justice and key aspects of nation-building.”
It was also adjudged Outstanding Newspaper of the Year for 2006 by the Volunteers Against Crime and Corruption “in recognition of its invaluable service to the community by courageously sticking to the truth and to the basic tenets of professional journalism.”
As a tribute to its business success, The Philippine STAR also received the Agora Awards Marketing Company of the Year Award from the Philippine Marketing Association in 2006.
As the country’s leading newspaper, The Philippine STAR commits itself to its vision of leadership by faithfully serving its readers as a shining beacon of news and information.
STUDIO 23, Inc. (Studio 23) is a company duly organized in the Philippines, which is engaged in the business of producing and distributing audio-visual and related materials. It is a fully-owned subsidiary of ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation (ABS-CBN), a Philippine company which duly-enfranchised to operate broadcasting stations in the Philippines.
Among the television stations owned and operated by ABS-CBN is UHF television station Channel 23, in Metro Manila (Channel 23). Studio 23 provides the entire programming of Channel 23, and is authorized to enter into blocktimer agreements with third parties which purchase airtime for the broadcast of their programs of Channel 23.
Official Photographer
FinisherPix is proud to be selected as the Official Photo Service of the Ironman 70.3 Philippines!
On race day, FinisherPix will have several photographers working at the swim exit, on the bike course, on the run course, and of course, at the Finish Line!
So what do you need to do?
- Register your email address at www.finisherpix.com to be notified as soon as photos are online
- Please be sure you have your number visible on the FRONT of your bike helmet so we can identify your cycling photos
- Smile & celebrate when you cross the finish line! Don’t worry about touching your watch, the timing company will ensure an accurate record of your achievement
- Visit www.finisherpix.com to view, order, and share your photos from the event!
Congratulations & see you at the finish line!
The FinisherPix Team
Other Sponsors
Alaska Milk Corporation (AMC) is the leading milk company in the Philippines. It has consistently maintained its leadership in the canned liquid milk category (evaporated and sweetened condensed), thus, paving the way into growing Alaska into a mega-brand by competing in the powdered, ready-to-drink and creams market. In 2007, AMC further expanded its liquid milk portfolio by licensing Carnation and Milkmaid from Nestle and acquiring Alpine, Liberty and Krem-Top. This development led to AMC’s move to a dominant position in the category.
Apart from growing its core businesses, AMC endeavors to diversify and explore opportunities in related consumer product categories with global food companies that will complement AMC’s existing revenue base. Since 2005, AMC has been the exclusive distributor of Kellogg’s cereals in the Philippines.
AMC is also committed in providing nutrition to Filipino households, ensuring high quality standards in across product lines. To promote brand Alaska and a healthy lifestyle, AMC heavily invests in sports with it’s ownership the champion professional basketball team (Alaska Aces) in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), maintaining the Alaska Power Camp, a sports development program for the youth involving team spots like basketball and football/soccer and the sponsorship of the Alaska Cup, the single largest football tournament in the Philippines.
Today, Alaska is best known for its tagline “Sa sustansiya’t lasa, wala pa ring tatalo sa Alaska” (In nutrition and taste, nothing beats Alalska).
Born 1998 in Genoa, Italy, Aqua Sphere began a quest to create more comfortable eye wear for swimming. Launching the ground breaking Seal swim mask, Aqua Sphere changed the landscape of eye protection, introducing a new type of eye wear that provides increased peripheral vision with curved lenses, easy to adjust straps, and long lasting comfort.
Today, Aqua Sphere is focused on developing products that active swimmers, triathletes and water enthusiasts desire. Working with elite athletes such as 4-time Olympian Amanda Beard or Ironman Champion Terenzo Bozzone, Aqua Sphere continues to innovate and offers a complete range of swimwear, wetsuits, eye wear and accessories. Aqua Sphere’s commitment to innovation can be found through its patented technologies in eye protection and wetsuits as well as its unique body shaping swimwear and the first compression textile designed for water.
Aqua Sphere has developed a reputation for Technology, Quality and Comfort. Aqua Sphere Facebook
We believe in the healthy life.
We believe in being healthy inside and out, in having a fit body, a sound mind and a strong heart. That’s why beyond eating healthy, we want to inspire people to lead the healthy life every day. To us, health is a philosophy, a way of life. It’s a part of every day and a part of who we are. And with our products, we aim to make living healthy a most enjoyable experience.
Since 1966, K·Swiss has represented innovation, quality, performance and style. Its signature K-SWISS “CLASSIC,” the first leather tennis shoe, made its debut at Wimbledon in 1966, and more than 40 years later, is still a style staple both on and off the court. Today, K·Swiss’ premium sports heritage has expanded from tennis footwear, to also lifestyle, running, training, nautical, and free-running footwear that stands up to the performance demands of world-class athletes and trendsetters alike.
As the world leader in sport timing devices, Timex has created an array of watches that competitive athletes as well as non athletes will enjoy.
The Timex Performance Sports and Sport watches are equipped with a full array of features that will optimize your work-out or day-to-day activities – design, comfort and accuracy are demanded by world class athletes and Timex continues to introduce innovative products to meet the expectations of all athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
David Charlton was born in Sunderland, England. He comes from a family of hairdressers, one of the most sought after careers in England. At the age of 16, he was a student at Durham Technical College, at the same time, he was working full time at his Uncle Jeffrey’s salon. After 3 years, he passed with distinction the City and Guilds of London Institute Examination in Men’s And Ladies’ Hairdressing. He then continued his studies at South Shields Technical College where again, he passed with distinction the Advanced City and Guilds of London Institute Examination in Men’s and Ladies’ Hairdressing. Having been able to learn and excel in his chosen course, he was asked to go back to South Shields to teach in the Hairdressing Department. He also conducted workshops for the North East Hairdressers Federation.
In 1978, David came to the Philippines to be the manager of Rever Salon located at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Makati. Not very long after, he became a partner, and eventually the sole owner. He expanded Rever to 5 more locations. By 1989, with the desire to share his expertise even more, he opened the very first David’s Salon in New Farmer’s Market in Cubao. David’s Salon would give the same level of hairstyling perfection at more affordable rates. Soon after, he decided to enter into partnerships with his business associates and then the public, which gave way to an even larger and faster expansion. At present, there are over 200 David’s Salon branches nationwide plus 2 branches abroad.
David continues to share his expertise through his very own David’s Salon Academy. Together, they make sure all branches live up to its name and give out exceptional services at prices everyone can afford.
Intercare is the leader in natural, non-surgical and non-invasive treatments of musculoskeletal pain and injuries. As a member of the Philippine Olympic Committee we treat national athletes. Intercare services Team Philippines for international sports events – four (4) SEA Games (Manila, Thailand, Laos and Indonesia), two (2) Asian Games (Doha and Guangzhou) and two (2) Olympic Games (Turin and Beijing). We have also partnered with different sports groups such as Fitness First, Polo Tri and Sabak Tri to cater to the needs of the growing triathlon community in the Philippines. In addition, Intercare is the official Sports Medicine and Chiropractic Provider from 2011-2014 for all Official IronMan events held in the Philippines.
Our Chiropractors are experts in treating – Back Pain, Slipped Disc, Neck and Shoulder Pain, Scoliosis, Sports injuries and more – that can bring you to your optimum level of Wellness. Two of them were appointed by the Department of Health through the Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Healthcare (PITAHC) to represent Chiropractic in the National Certification Committee on Chiropractic (NCCC). Intercare boasts of more than 100 years of combined clinical experience from its practitioners.
Our holistic approach of integrating the best of conventional and alternative disciplines – Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Myotherapy, coupled with patient-centered clinicians has been cultivated in over the last nineteen (19) years creating complete and powerful Intercare solutions.
Luzon Brokerage Corporation was founded in the 1950′s as a brokerage and air cargo agent. Eventually, the company operated as an air cargo forwarding service provider and was the first to introduce the 24-hour air cargo delivery service. LBC soon became a respected leader offering fast and reliable Express Courier and Money Remittance service throughout the Philippines. Today, LBC offers the widest coverage and network with over 900 strategically located branches nationwide and over 90 branches abroad.
LBC Solutions, the corporate arm of LBC Express, provides a wide range of services from Air, Sea, and Land logistics, to Mail solutions, using the wide network of its mother company and the heritage it has built over the past 60 years in serving Filipinos worldwide.
LBC Solutions aims to be the access and delivery solutions provider of choice, technologically equipped to serve Filipinos and business entities all over the globe.
Oakley was created for world-class athletes, those who see the limits of possibility as just another challenge. Their dedication drives us to look beyond the conventional ideas of industry standards. It’s in our DNA to identify problems, create inventions, and wrap those inventions in art. And simply to make things better than anyone thought possible.
Decades of Oakley innovation have been awarded more than 600 patents that elevate physics to the level of art. Technologies transcend sports to enhance the lives of consumers, and more than 110 countries now enjoy a full array of market-leading products including premium sunglasses, goggles, prescription eyewear, apparel, footwear and accessories. These products represent our commitment to excellence — a passion that redefines what is possible for those who defy their own limits.
Carrying out its relentless commitment to support its community and promote Philippine sports, Prudential Guarantee and Assurance, Inc. has been the official insurance provider of all participants of the Cobra Ironman Philippines since 2009. This year, 2013, it continues its support as the Official Insurance Partner of the Cobra Ironman 70.3 Philippines.
The realization of Robert Coyiuto Senior’s dream to revolutionize the insurance industry in the Philippines, Prudential Guarantee and Assurance, Inc. has been successfully providing insurance to its clients for the past 60 years. Being the first Filipino underwriting member of the prestigious Lloyd’s of London, Mr. Coyiuto was exposed to the developments and trends in the international insurance industry and knew that there was still a lot of progress to be made in Philippine insurance business. This vision is what fueled the company’s members to propel it as one of the top insurance companies in the country as of today.
As the country’s well-trusted insurance company, Prudential Guarantee’s operations nationwide include 36 offices operating in key cities and provinces, with several more scheduled to open soon. Services range from personal accident insurance, car insurance, fire/property insurance, to aviation and marine insurance, to name a few.
Official Sports Drink
Nothing hydrates better than a brand that’s backed by over 40 years of scientific research, tested by the world’s top athletes and is the World’s number 1 sports drink.
As the world’s top triathletes gather for this year’s Cobra Ironman 70.3 Cebu, Gatorade fuels them before, during and after their run to keep them fully replenished and hydrated to win.
Department of Tourism The Department of Tourism (DOT) shall be the primary government agency charged with the responsibility to encourage, promote, and develop tourism as a major socio-economic activity to generate foreign currency and employment and to spread the benefits of tourism to both the private and public sector.
The Office of the Secretary provides leadership, direction, and substance to the overall operations of the Department. It formulates policies, plans , programs, rules, and regulations; reviews and evaluates the performance of the Tourism Master Plan and advises the President on all matters affecting the tourism program of the country.
The Tourism Promotion Sector has the primary function of promoting the Philippines as a tourist destination domestically and internationally. It devises integrated marketing and promotional activities such as information dissemination, public relations, special events, and related tourism programs. It likewise supervises the overseas field offices established to implement and enhance the tourism development and promotion program of the Department in the international field.
Safeguard is P&G’s largest Global Personal Care brand. First launched as a bar soap in the USA in 1963, it is now also available in other product forms such as Bodywash, Liquid hand soap and Hand sanitizer. Safeguard is currently sold in more than 15 countries across Asia, Europe, Africa and Latin America with leadership market share in China and the Philippines.