The State of

Summit 2023

Navigating the Post-pandemic HR Landscape: Enhancing Engagement, Retention, & the Employee Experience
Navigating the Post-pandemic HR Landscape: Enhancing Engagement, Retention, & the Employee Experience

June 22, 2023 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | New World Makati Hotel

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ABOUT THE EVENT

The State of HR Summit is based on an annual research that Sprout Solutions conducts in order to uncover key HR insights and trends, with the aim of helping organizations in the Philippines navigate the present work environment and workplace experience, in order to accelerate process and digital transformation, and improve management, well-being and retention.


The actual report combines workforce data and survey responses from 400 HR professionals and over 1,000 employees to strengthen its narrative. With a focus on enhancing the employee experience to drive engagement and retention, this year’s report highlights the importance of fostering a culture of engagement, growth, and employee development.

Watch the Event Highlights

The event was attended by over five hundred HR leaders, business leaders and key decision makers. A powerhouse set of speakers shared their insights, best practices and key learnings throughout their storied careers through panel discussions and keynote talks. 

Speakers and Panelists

Patrick Gentry

CEO & Co-Founder
Sprout Solutions

Nerissa Berba

SVP/Head, Human
Capital Management Group

Security Bank Corporation

Felix Dan Lopez

Chief Human Resources Officer
Cebu Pacific Air

Atty. Arlene De Castro

Chief People & Customer Officer
Sprout Solutions

ERIC RIEGO DE DIOS

Global Vice President for Talent Experience
DOXA Talent

Arlyn Fausto

VP for Global Talent Acquisition
Ubiquity

Kislay Chandra

Chief Product Officer
Sprout Solutions

Thelma Meneses

Executive Consultant, Director
Former CHRO of Coca-Cola, Unilever, MeadJohnson, and AstraZeneca

Solet Ira Miclat

Senior Director of Shared Services
Connext Global

Nina Arribe

Director of Human Resources
Pioneer Square Brands

Elvin Uy

Executive Director
Philippine Business for Social Progress

LILY G. QUINTANS, AFPM

PMAP Board Secretary
Managing Director, Lead
Interventions for Teams, Inc. (LIFT)

NONONG NORIEGA

Head of Employee Experience
PLDT, Inc.

Jan Adrian Chan

Strategy and Corp Development Head
Starpay Corporation

Karlo Jay Plata

Country HR Business Partner
Netflix

Agenda at a Glance

New World Makati Hotel

June 22, 2023

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Registration & Networking
9:00 AM – 9:05 AM
Event Opening
9:05 AM – 9:25 AM
Welcome Remarks

Patrick Gentry

CEO & Co-Founder
Sprout Solutions

Lily G. Quintans, AFPM

PMAP Board Secretary and Managing Director, Lead Interventions for Teams, Inc.
LIFT

9:25 AM – 10:00 AM
The State of HR 2023: Analysis, Key Findings and Results
Atty. Arlene De Castro shares her expert analysis of the survey results, offering valuable insights about the current state of HR & key trends shaping the industry. From talent acquisition & retention, to employee engagement and development, the State of HR e-book covers critical areas that are top of mind for today’s HR & business leaders.
Atty. Arlene De Castro
Chief People & Customer Officer
Sprout Solutions
10:00 AM – 10:35 AM
Building a High-Performance Workplace: Attracting, Recruiting & Engaging Top Talent
Creating a high-performing workplace has become increasingly important for organizations looking to source, recruit, and onboard top talent. Insights from Nerissa Berba will provide practical advice on how to build a strong employer brand, develop effective recruitment strategies, and implement an engaging onboarding process that sets new hires up for success.
Nerissa Berba
SVP/Head, Human Capital Management Group
Security Bank Corporation
10:35 AM – 10:50 AM
Break / Networking
10:50 AM – 11:50 AM
Addressing Employee Sentiments: Charting a Roadmap for Better Organizational Performance
Learn about the critical connection between employee sentiments and organizational success, and how it improves employee engagement, performance, and overall business results. Get practical insights from three key employers on how to improve engagement and the overall workplace experience.
Atty. Arlene De Castro

Chief People & Customer Officer
Sprout Solutions
Moderator

Nina Arribe
Director of Human Resources
Pioneer Square Brands
Panelist
Nonong Noriega
Head of Employee Development
PLDT, Inc.
Panelist
Elvin Uy
Executive Director
Philippine Business for Social Progress
Panelist
11:50 AM – 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Game for Growth: An Interactive Activity for Engagement and Development
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
The ROI of Employee Engagement: Measuring the Business Impact of a Highly Engaged Workforce
Employee engagement is no longer just a feel-good initiative, but a critical factor in driving business success. But how do you measure the impact of engagement initiatives in your organization? Get a deeper understanding of the link between employee engagement and business outcomes, and how to effectively communicate the ROI of engagement initiatives to key stakeholders.
Patrick Gentry
CEO & Co-Founder
Sprout Solutions
Moderator
Karlo Jay Plata

Country HR Business Partner
Netflix
Panelist

Solet Ira Miclat

Senior Director of Shared Services
Connext Global
Panelist

Jan Adrian Chan

Strategy and Corp Development Head
Starpay Corporation
Panelist

2:30 PM – 2:40 PM
Break / Networking
2:40 PM – 3:25 PM

Continuous Innovation: Achieving HR and Business Transformation with Sprout’s Product Vision

Take an exclusive look at Sprout Solutions’ product roadmap, presenting the latest features designed to meet the evolving needs of modern HR. Know how Sprout Solutions can help you leverage these emerging trends and innovations to streamline your HR processes and drive better results.
Kislay Chandra
Chief Product Officer
Sprout Solutions
3:25 PM – 4:25 PM
Data-Driven HR: Leveraging Analytics to Drive Smarter Hiring, Development & Performance Management
To stay on top of today’s business environment, it’s crucial to adopt data-driven HR practices. Explore how you can leverage analytics to make smarter hiring decisions, identify and develop top talent, and drive better performance management practices. Discover the latest tools and technologies available to help you gather and analyze data, and learn how to use that data to make informed decisions that lead to better outcomes.
Thelma Meneses
Executive Consultant, Director
Former CHRO of Coca-Cola, Unilever,
MeadJohnson, and AstraZeneca
Moderator
Eric Riego de Dios
Global Vice President for Talent Experience
DOXA Talent
Panelist
Arlyn Fausto
VP for Global Talent Acquisition
Ubiquity
Panelist
Felix Dan Lopez
Chief Human Resources Officer
Cebu Pacific Air
Panelist
4:25 PM – 4:55 PM
1st Annual Sprout Awards
Witness as Sprout launches this inaugural recognition to honor the finest employers who exemplify excellence in their workplace practices.
Bernice Locsin
AVP of Customer Success
Sprout Solutions
4:55 PM – 5:00 PM
Closing Remarks
Renzo Belardo
Vice President of Integrated Marketing
Sprout Solutions

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Thank you to everyone who attended the event. Watch out for the on-demand video soon for an opportunity to relive your experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have received an email from [email protected] or have been invited to this event through social media groups and other platforms from Sprout representatives, you have a complimentary, invitation-only free pass to attend this event.

We will provide an e-certificate of attendance, it will be sent to all of the attendees’ emails a few days after the event.

Unfortunately, the State of HR Summit 2023 is an on-site event only. But the event will be recorded and available for viewing a few days after the event so you can relive the experience and share it with your colleagues that didn’t make it to the event.

Get exclusive first-access to Sprout’s 2023 State of HR Report! In addition, our powerhouse set of speakers will share best practices, insights and real-life scenarios in their journey to become industry leaders in the world of HR.

  • We will send a unique QR code to your email that you will present in the registration booth. This will come from [email protected] 1 day before the event. Stay tuned!
  • We would also like to request for you to bring your business cards for networking!
  1. Here are the available PAY Parking Spaces near New World Makati Hotel:
    1. New World Makati Hotel Pay Parking – 200 PHP Net for 18 Hours
    2. Greenbelt 3 Parking – 2 min walk to the venue
  2. For added convenience, New World Hotel Makati is offering a valet parking service at your disposal for a fee of 100 Pesos.

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