BY ATTY. JULIUS GREGORY B. DELGADO

IBP-BOHOL LAUNCHES HMO AND PRIVILEGE CARDS

The 26th Board of Officers and Directors of Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP)-Bohol Chapter is not yet done. While the current set of officers is about to end their term a few months from now, two projects were simultaneously launched yesterday afternoon, November 16, 2024, at Panda Tea Garden Suites, Dao District, Tagbilaran City, Bohol. The launching started with an Invocation, singing of National Anthem, Bohol Hymn, and IBP March. This was followed by a Welcome Remarks and Statement of Purpose by yours truly.

Atty. John Jeric S. Lim, Vice President, Legal Aid Committee Chairperson and Project Coordinator of Nyor/a: Abogadong Bol-anon Privilege Card initiated the launching of the first project by introducing the concept, partners and terms and conditions. Nyor/a Privilege Card aims to provide Judges, Prosecutors and Lawyers with privilege cards giving them discounts and freebies from select participating establishments. At the same time, it will help and boost the local economy and contribute foot traffic to these establishments. The following are the inaugural partners of Nyor/a: Privilege Card: Ubujan Petron Gasoline Station, Mosia Café, Coco Berry, Passiflora Café, and J-One Gym. During the launching, IBP-Bohol, represented by yours truly and Atty. Lim, signed with Memoranda of Understanding with the partners. 

Another project is the Group Insurance/HMO Card in partnership with Generali Pilipinas and Riskwise Insurance Agency. This is to provide insurance and health protection for the members, dependents and their personnel. Ms. Elma P. Masiglat, President and Managing Director of Riskwise Insurance Agency, presented the Packages, Benefits and Premium. After the presentation, the members took turns in asking questions to Ms. Masiglat and the rest of the delegation of Generali Pilipinas/Riskwise, namely: Ms. Richel S. Apatan, Administrative and Marketing Manager, Riskwise Insurance Agency, Ms. Ariza A. Ambray, Claims Officer, Riskwise Insurance Agency, Ms. Rosylin Hortelano, Insurance Sub-Agent, Mr. Paul A. Saoy – Business Relationship Manager, Generali Life Assurance Phils.

The program ended with a Closing Remarks by Atty. Harold T. Bayarcal, IBP-Bohol Director and Project Coordinator of Group Insurance/HMO. Attys. Jervis Clifford C. Vertulfo and Zeah O. Zamora served as hosts/moderators.