Industry Leaders Set to Share Expertise in HR Transformation and Innovation
Pasay City, Philippines — Building on last year’s success, HR Calabarzon Group, Inc. returns with the 2nd HR E-Knowledge Summit 2024 on November 16, 2024, at Microtel by Wyndham, Mall of Asia, Pasay City. With the theme “HR Game Changer – Elevate and Excel: HR’s Blueprints for Organizational and Employee Success,” this year’s summit brings together the country’s most esteemed HR professionals to explore impactful strategies for driving organizational transformation. Attendees will benefit from insights shared by a distinguished lineup of speakers, thought leaders, panelists, sponsors, and partners.
Distinguished Speakers and Expert Insights
The summit boasts a remarkable lineup of HR leaders who will share invaluable expertise. Key speakers include:
- Michelle Cordero-Garcia – Chief HR Officer at Sun Life Philippines and Platinum HR Leader of the Year
- Michelle Morales – Co-Founder of Leading with Success, Asia’s Top HR Leader 2024, and recipient of The Philippines’ Woman Leaders Award
- Doreen Cooper – LinkedIn’s #1 Most Influential Filipino Woman of 2022 and three-time Top 100 Filipinos to Follow on LinkedIn honoree
- Raju Mandhyan – Acclaimed coach and cross-cultural leadership expert
- Dr. Romel de Guia – Sr. Solutions and Ideation Officer at Formidea, mental health advocate, and HR management expert
- Vivian Cruz – Chief Organization Capability Officer at Formidea Business Consultancy & Learning Services
These speakers bring a wealth of experience on critical HR topics, including mental health, organizational culture, innovation, and leadership. Their presentations will offer a holistic view of today’s HR challenges and emerging trends, making this summit essential for forward-thinking HR professionals.
Engaging Panel Discussions and Key Topics
With discussions on data-driven HR practices and the evolving role of HR in organizational growth, the summit offers panels such as:
- Data-Driven Decisions: Harnessing People Analytics for Growth
- HR as a Game Changer: Championing Organizational Development
The summit’s panelists, who bring hands-on experience in driving impactful organizational change, include:
- Gerry Plana – CEO, Investors in People Philippines
- Mikel Leroi Balansag – CEO, Circa Logica Group
- Marvin Zoilo – Founder, ASEAN HR Leaders Circle Philippines
- Krish Rainjit Salas – AVP, Armed Forces and Police Mutual Benefit Association, Inc.
- Pierre Monserrate – Chief HR Adviser, Fast Logistics Group
- Santos C. Bunachita Jr. – Sr. HR Advisor, Vertere Global Solutions
- Erickson Avila – People & Culture Sr. Manager, KMC Solutions
Moderated by industry experts Vanessa Japay (HR Head, Southstar Drugstore) and Maria Sumadchat (HR Head, Chooseyourshoes Philippines), these panels will explore crucial HR topics ranging from people analytics to transformative leadership.
Trusted Hosts and Featured Companies
Esteemed HR professionals Bless Baluyot (HR Development Executive, Co-Organizer of Top 100 Filipinos on LinkedIn), Santi Mersado (Corporate Trainer and Leadership Coach), and Thasmira de Guzman (Associate HR Manager, Healthway Cancer Care Hospital) will guide attendees through this transformative event. Featured companies like KMC Solutions, Vertere Global Solutions, and FAST Logistics Group will also share insights into their strategic HR practices.
Supported by Leading Sponsors and Partners
Our valued sponsors and partners have made this year’s summit possible. Globaltronics leads as the Diamond Sponsor, Jobstreet as the Platinum Sponsor, Hier Payroll and BEC Printing Services as Gold Sponsors, and Cebu General Services as a Silver Sponsor. Additional sponsors include Jacinto Olayvar Aircondition Trading, SecurePH, PCWORX, FME HR Consulting, Willow, Code33 HR Best, Polka.Ph, and Wellness, Health and Total Rewards Insurance Consultants.
Partners for this event are Formidea, NEN Digital, M & A Food and Fun, Butterfly Kiddie Salon, International HR Institute, Ariva Academy, Top 100 Filipinos on LinkedIn, and Manila Standard.
About HR Calabarzon Group, Inc.
HR Calabarzon Group, Inc. is a leading community of HR practitioners founded by Nedylyn “Nedy” R. Estrella. Dedicated to advancing the HR profession and promoting continuous learning and development. With over 16,000 members, it provides a dynamic platform for HR professionals to share knowledge, collaborate, and drive impactful change within organizations.
For further details, registration, and sponsorship inquiries, visit
Media Contact:
Monina P. Crisostomo
+639271277374
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HR Calabarzon Group, Inc. Brings Together Top HR Minds for the 2nd HR E-Knowledge Summit 2024
Pasay City, Philippines — Following the success of last year’s summit, HR Calabarzon Group, Inc. returns with the 2nd HR E-Knowledge Summit 2024 on November 16, 2024, at Microtel by Wyndham, Mall of Asia, Pasay City. Themed “HR Game Changer – Elevate and Excel: HR’s Blueprints for Organizational and Employee Success,” the event will unite the country’s top HR experts to share strategies for driving meaningful change and elevating organizational impact.
The summit will open with discussions on data-driven HR and the evolving role of HR in organizational growth. Notable panels include:
- Data-Driven Decisions: Harnessing People Analytics for Growth
- HR as a Game Changer: Championing Organizational Development
Powerful Lineup of HR Leaders and Panels
The summit’s speakers and panelists are more than just respected figures in HR—they bring extensive, hands-on experience in leading impactful organizational transformations. Attendees will have the opportunity to gain invaluable insights from:
- Gerry Plana – CEO, Investors in People Philippines and Chairman, PRIME-HRM Certifying Board, Civil Service Commission
- Vivian Carr-Cruz – Chief Organization Capability Officer, Formidea and 2023 Top 100 Most Influential Filipino Women
- Michelle Cordero-Garcia – Chief HR Officer, Sun Life Philippines
- Doreen Cooper – LinkedIn’s #1 Most Influential Filipino Woman in 2022 and one of the Top 100 Filipinos to Follow on LinkedIn for three consecutive years.
- Raju Mandhyan – Acclaimed coach, author, facilitator, and speaker on Cross-Cultural Leadership
- Michelle Morales – Co-Founder of Leading with Success and one of Asia’s Top HR Leaders of 2024
- Mikel Leroi Balansag – CEO and Managing Partner, Circa Logica Group
- Marvin Zoilo – HR 4.0 Specialist and award-winning leader, Founder of ASEAN HR Leaders Circle Philippines, and AI Pioneer in HR
- Krish Rainjit Salas – AVP and Head of HR Admin Dept. Armed Forces and Police Mutual Benefit Association, Inc.
- Pierre Monserrate – Chief HR Adviser, Group Head Fast Logistics Group and Founder, tHRive Consulting Group
- Santos C. Bunachita Jr. – Senior HR Advisor, Vertere Global Solutions, Inc.
- Santi Mersado – HR Professional, Corporate Trainer, Public Speaker, Leadership Coach
- Maria Sumadchat – Head of HR at Chooseyourshoes Philippines, Board Member of HR Calabarzon
- Erickson Avila – People & Culture Senior Manager, KMC Solutions
- Vanessa Japay – HR Head of Southstar Drugstore, overseeing HR across 700+ branches
- Dr. Romel de Guia – Sr. Solutions and Ideation Officer, Formidea, and Mental health advocate and HR psychology expert
- Thasmira de Guzman – Associate HR Manager Healthway Cancer Care Hospital
- Bles Baluyot – HR Development Executive and Co-Organizer of Top 100 Filipinos on LinkedIn
Insights from Featured Companies
Notable companies like KMC Solutions, Vertere Global Solutions, and FAST Logistics Group will share best practices on aligning HR strategies with business goals, fostering resilience, and achieving growth.
About HR Calabarzon Group, Inc.
Founded by Nedy Estrella, HR Calabarzon Group, Inc. supports a network of over 16,000 HR professionals and promotes continuous learning and collaboration within the HR community.
For further details, registration, and sponsorship inquiries, visit https://linktr.ee/HRCalabarzon
Media Contact:
Monina P. Crisostomo
+639271277374
