Events

Month: May 2025

Reskilling the Fields: Bridging Talent Gaps in Agriculture

On May 14, 2025, the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) of the Philippines, Inc. hosted the Talent Summit ...

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The Evolving Role of Generative AI: What It Means for Individuals and Businesses

Generative AI is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s rapidly becoming part of our daily routines, reshaping industries and ...

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Zumba in the Workplace: Building a Culture by Burning Calories

The Sedentary Reality of Modern Work Most jobs require facing a screen, sitting, and swiveling in your chair ...

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Navigating the Leadership Talent Shortage: How Executive Search Firms are Adapting

Companies around the world are facing a growing dilemma: a shortage of qualified leadership talent at the very ...

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The Talent Compass: Aligning Recruitment with Global Trends

The May 15, 2025 session of The Weekly with JC (WWJC) Leadership and HR Series focused on the ...

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Why AI Experts Fear Misinformation More Than Job Loss

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly becoming a fixture in everyday life, shaping how we learn, communicate, and work. While ...

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Technological Skills Revolution: Thriving in the Workplace

One of the keynote speakers at the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) of the Philippines Talent Summit was ...

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Preparing the Filipino Workforce for Global Competitiveness

Recently, I had the opportunity to listen to Hon. Bienvenido Laguesma, Secretary of the Department of Labor and ...

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Championing Future-Ready Women: Upskilling in the Digital Age

As part of its continuing commitment to empowering the workforce in a rapidly evolving digital world, the American ...

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Top Job Search Apps and Websites to Find Jobs in 2025

The job hunt in 2025 has become smarter, faster, and more personalized. With hybrid work models and AI-driven ...

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Forging Stronger Alliances in Japan: A Dynamic Business Trip

From April 14 to 27, 2025, I embarked on a strategic business trip to Japan, visiting key cities ...

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Zumba Beach Party Energizes Monthly Conference

Energy, wellness, and a strong sense of camaraderie filled the air during the JCCI-EDI Monthly Sales and Production ...

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Halo-Halo Nights: A Celebration of Leadership, Trust, and Filipino Hospitality

On May 16th, the Harvard Business School Club of the Philippines (HBSCP) and the Harvard Club of the ...

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Top AI Challenges for Businesses

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a futuristic concept; it has become a driving force reshaping industries ...

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Strengthening Compliance Culture: Insights from the IR Kapihan on DOLE Audits

On April 25, 2025, HR professionals and business leaders from various industries gathered online for an insightful IR ...

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In-House Recruitment vs. Recruitment Consultancy: Choosing the Right Hiring Strategy

The talent landscape continues to evolve. Companies are rethinking how they attract and retain top performers amid shifting ...

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Navigating Uncertainty: The Impact of Global Politics on Talent Strategy and Workforce Mobility

How Global Politics Shape the Future of Work In a time of economic disruption and political unpredictability, how ...

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Diversity Hiring in Executive Search: Why Inclusive Leadership Matters

As the business world evolves, diversity and inclusion are no longer just buzzwords—they’re key to effective leadership. More ...

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Golden Memories: Celebrating My 50th Birthday in Singapore with Family Fun and Adventures!

I celebrated my 50th birthday in Singapore from April 14–17, 2025, with my family. It was a promise ...

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The Strategic Value of Outsourced Staffing in Today’s Business Landscape

Outsourced staffing has come a long way from its early reputation as merely a cost-saving measure. Traditionally, companies—especially ...

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Reimagining Customer Engagement: Where Artificial and Human Intelligence Converge

On April 2, I had the privilege of participating in an energizing C-Suite Forum hosted by the IT ...

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Why Emotional Intelligence Builds Leaders

How Empathy, Self-Awareness, and Social Skills Empower Great Leadership One of the most powerful takeaways from the “Evolving ...

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Building a Future-Ready Leadership Pipeline

In a world where industries evolve overnight, the need for strong, adaptable leadership has never been more urgent. ...

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A Blessed Holy Week in Hong Kong

Spending Holy Week with family has always been something I have looked forward to, and this year was ...

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The Evolution of Recruitment Process Outsourcing: Why RPO is the Future of Hiring

Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) is a business model where an organization transfers all or part of its recruitment ...

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Beyond Profits: How Purpose Shapes Modern Brands

In today’s evolving marketplace, consumers aren’t just buying products—they’re buying into values. Brands like Nike and The Body ...

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AI-Proof Careers in the Age of Automation

The rise of automation and artificial intelligence (AI) in the workforce is a defining characteristic of the 21st-century ...

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What Do Filipinos Really Dream About? Insights from a Nation in Transition

On April 10, 2025, the Makati Business Club (MBC)’s Global Ideas Committee, in partnership with the Boston Consulting ...

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Beyond Business Cards: Lessons in Effective Networking

At EDI-Staffbuilders International, Inc., we believe continuous learning is key to leadership. Recently, participants in our New Managers ...

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Borderless Future: How Businesses Can Leverage Overseas Recruitment

The New Work Reality: Borders No Longer Matter The rapidly evolving landscape of remote work and digital transformation ...

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How Nestlé Is Shaping the Future of Food Through Sustainability and Innovation

The April 2 session of our Executive MBA program focused on how companies can drive innovation while creating ...

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