The Conference keynote highlights the need to leverage AI to empower humanity while emphasizing the central role of humans in guiding and leading the AI-driven transformation. Our keynote session discusses macro challenges and prescriptions around ethical AI development, human-centric design, workforce readiness, collaborative AI initiatives, and the societal impact of AI-enabled innovations. It aims to inspire and educate people managers on the potential of AI to enhance human capabilities and drive positive change, all the while ensuring that humans remain in control and at the forefront of shaping the future.

Speaker:

DR. ADRIENNE HEINRICH, Head, AI Center of Excellence, Union Bank of the Philippines and AI Advisor, Aboitiz Data Innovation

Session Chairperson:

SCHUBERT CAESAR C. AUSTERO, DPM, 2011 PMAP President

Speaker:

ATTY. FRANKLIN M. DRILON, Former Senate President, DOLE Secretary and Executive Secretary

Session Chair:

ATTY. EMERICO O. DE GUZMAN, DPM, 2006 PMAP President

This plenary session focuses on Strategic Sustainability inpeople management, going beyond SDGs. It highlights how organizations areinnovatively integrating sustainability into their core strategies, led byforward-thinking people managers. Attendees will explore best practices andcase studies, discovering ways to align people management with sustainablebusiness objectives for a brighter future.

Speaker:

JUNE CHERYL CABAL-REVILLA, Executive Director, Chief Finance, Risk and Sustainability Officer, Metro Pacific Investment Corporation

Session Chair:

JV WONG, Chief Executive Igniter, People Ignite

Data from Philippine organizations affirm the business case for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).  This session explores how DEI initiatives inspire excellence by fostering a culture of innovation, creativity, and collaboration among diverse teams.  Moreover, this session provides direction on how DEI contribute to employee engagement, retention, and satisfaction, creating a positive work environment that attracts top talent and enhances organizational reputation. Ultimately, this session builds a case for the strategic integration of DEI not only as a moral imperative but also a smart business strategy that drives growth, enhances competitiveness, and builds a stronger, more resilient workforce in the Philippine context.

Panelists:

NANETTE L. AGUAS, Chief Human Resources Officer and Head of People, Learning and Culture, UNILAB, Inc.

JOHN REILY BALUYOT, 2020 President, Philippine Society for Talent Development

RUSSELL FLINT, Director Business Development, Asia Pacific, O.C. Tanner

Moderator:

LUIS GIAN PAOLO O. MAPA, Founder, LinkOD and SeeWorthy Global

Panelists:

JOANNE O. COSIN, MD, MBA, Chief Operating Officer, Chong Hua Hospital

CHERYLL AGSAOAY, Senior Vice President- Group Head of HR, SM Prime

Moderator:

MA. ELIZABETH D. NASOL, DPM, SVP and HR Advisor, Energy Development Corporation and 2023 PMAP President

Panelists:

FRANCISCO ROMERO MILAN, Managing Director, Corporate Resources Group Head, & Chief Human Resources Officer, Ayala Corporation

ARSENIO SABADO, FPM, Global Chief Human Resource Officer, Jollibee Foods Corporation

ERICSON DEL CASTILLO, FPM, Senior General Manager/Vice President for Human Resources, General Affairs IS/IT Philippines & ASEAN projects, Nissan Philippines, Inc.

Session Chair:

GRACE ABELLA-ZATA, DPM, President, CESI Group and 2009 PMAP President

KARL KENDRICK CHUA, Managing Director for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Ayala Corporation

JEROME D. ONG, President & Chief Executive Officer, Foodsphere, Inc.

ERNESTO TANMANTIONG, Chief Executive Officer, Jollibee Foods Corporation

JOSE LUIGI BAUTISTA, President & General Manager, NLEX Corporation

LUCIO TAN III, President, PAL Holdings, Inc.

Moderator:

EDGARDO R. SORIANO, DPM, 1995 PMAP President

Panelist:

AIDA DUQUE, President, Miriam College Association of Retired Employees (MCARE)

Session Chair:

ERIC RIEGO DE DIOS, Chief Transformation Enabler, Riego de Dios Consulting

This plenary session focuses on the role of social protection programs (such as healthcare, retirement benefits, and unemployment insurance) in safeguarding the workforce in a time of economic changes, emphasizing how HR can collaborate with government efforts to provide a secure safety net for employees.

Speaker:

ATTY. BENJO SANTOS M. BENAVIDEZ, Undersecretary, Department of Labor and Employment

Session Chairperson:

RENE GENER, DPM, Executive Director, People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP)

Embarking on a journey through the phigital landscape, this session delves into the concept of ambidextrous leadership in a rapidly evolving AI-driven workplace. Discover a new recipe for leadership development as we profile the essential skills and strategies needed to navigate seamlessly between physical and digital realms, ensuring success and innovation in an era of technological integration.

Panelists:

DR. MARIA REGINA M. HECHANOVA-ALAMPAY, Professor, Psychology Department, Ateneo de Manila University

ROBERT CONRAD GONZALES, Chief People Officer, GCash (Mynt - Globe Fintech Innovations, Inc.)

DJ PARK, Senior Solutions Consultant, Cornerstone OnDemand

Moderator:

DR. DAEHYUK LEE, Founder, Fourth Wall Global

Panelists:

ATTY. SONNY REYES, PhD., President, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila

HON. MARK GO, DPM, District Representative, Lone District of Baguio & 2007 PMAP President

Moderator:

DR. JESUSA REYES, Human Capital Development Program, School of Education and Human Development, University of Asia and the Pacific

The Closing Keynote explores how innovative and ethical leadership can transform traditional politics into a dynamic force for good. This session highlights the journey of a young mayor who has redefined what it means to engage with constituents, moving beyond superficial public image to deliver real, impactful change. Known for his integrity, quick action, and strategic thinking, the mayor has set a new standard for responsive governance that prioritizes the needs of the people. Attendees will learn how steadfast commitment to truth, transparency, and human values can inspire trust and unity, driving transformational change in communities. The session will provide actionable insights into building a governance model that is not only efficient but also deeply rooted in ethical principles, setting the stage for a more just, responsive, and resilient society.

Speaker:

AMINA RASUL BERNARDO, President, Philippine Center for Islam and Democracy (PCID) & Board Member, University of the Philippines Foundation, Inc.

Session Chair:

ENGELBERT T. CAMASURA, FPM, Chief Executve Officer, PM Consulting

Key Takeaways & Conference Resolutions: SCHUBERT CAESAR C. AUSTERO, DPM, 2011 PMAP President

Approval of the Motion/Resolutions & Message: MICHAEL M. GODINEZ, FPM, PMAP President

Closing Message & Adjournment: LILY G. QUINTANS, FPM, Vice President, and Annual Conference Chairperson

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