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June 19, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Marquis Events Place, BGC

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The State of HR Summit 2024 Highlights

Sprout's annual State of HR Summit is back!

This event is an annual gathering of HR and business leaders across the country wanting to catch up on the latest HR trends impacting their ability to attract, and retain their best employees, empower their HR capabilities, and help them become great employers.

Based on the annual Sprout State of HR report (now on its 7th edition!), this event is where these leaders come to get insights on modern HR practices that drive organizational growth and an engaged and productive workforce. The era of HR 4.0 emphasizes the impact of various factors on talent acquisition, workforce management, and employee retention.

Explore the highlights of this exclusive event where business and HR leaders engaged with different perspectives and best practices presented by select industry leaders.

Speakers and Panelists

Patrick Gentry

CEO & Co-Founder
Sprout Solutions

Cliff Eala

Chief Executive Officer
BS Works

Atty. Arlene De Castro

Chief People and Customer Officer
Sprout Solutions

Patrick Jess Dimayuga, CRSP

Country Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding Lead
Cargill

Michael Godinez

SVP & Chief People and Culture Officer
Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc.

National President
People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP)

Kristine Bagalawis-
Dela Cruz

Director Human Resources, Asia
Iyuno

Mayvilyn Chavez

Human Resources Leader

Abbey Galve

Head of People Operations
Sprout Solutions

Darwin Rivers, CHRP. CPM. CLC. CEIP. CSSGB

Founder and President
Philippines HR Group

Abby Francisco​

Head of Support Services
Starpay Corporation

Juan Paolo Arao, GPHR,RPm

Committee Member / Registered HR Expert - ISO/TC 260
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

Mai Beltran-de Guzman

Chief Human Resources Officer
MDI NOVARE

Queenie Yeung​

Vice President for Talent Delivery/Senior Client Partner
Korn Ferry

Joy Noree Maramba

Head of Talent Management
CDO Foodsphere

Valerie Ann Valeza

Head of Human Resources
Fresenius Kabi (Philippines
a 2024 Top Employer Certified Company in the Country)

Mark Paul Apilan​

Head of Human Resources
HSBC Global Service Center Philippines

Ellinor Ferriol

Account Director
Sprout Solutions

Harold Bautista

Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Callhounds Global

Vicky Trinidad-Garcia

President and Co-Founder
Omni Channel Solutions PH

Kavita Handa​

Vice President of People Culture & Talent Acquisition
Probe CX

Gina Romero

Founder and Head of Special Projects
Connected Women

Mharicar Castillo-Reyes

President and CEO
Asticom

Reynaldo Lugtu

Founder and CEO
Hungry Workhorse

Prof. Erika Fille T. Legara

Aboitiz Chair in Data Science
Associate Professor
Asian Institute of Management

Sara Venturina

Chief Data Officer
GCash

Gian Paulo Dela Rama

Chief Product Officer & Head of Sprout A.I. Labs
Sprout Solutions

Joey Briones​

Chief Human Resources Officer
Angkas

Len Gonzales

Human Capital Management Head
Belo Medical Group

Solet Ira Miclat

VP of Shared Services
Connext International

Francis Peña

Category Marketing Manager
Sprout Solutions

The 2024 State of HR Summit Agenda

7:45 AM - 9:00 AM

Registration & Networking

Patrick Gentry

CEO & Co-Founder
Sprout Solutions

9:00 AM - 9:10 AM

Opening Remarks

Cliff Eala

Chief Executive Officer
BS Works

9:10 AM - 9:40 AM

Big Idea! Keynote: A Behavioural and Evidence-Based Approach to Organisational Transformation

Organisational transformation is tough. Approach it with gut feel and guesswork, and it becomes elusive. Learn to create impactful and sustainable transformation with the science of behaviour and the evidence of relevant data. 

Atty. Arlene De Castro

Chief People and Customer Officer
Sprout Solutions

9:40 AM - 10:20 AM

Key Takeaways from The State of HR 2024

Atty. Arlene De Castro presents expert analysis of the SOHR 2024 report, offering valuable insights into the current state of HR and critical priority areas for today’s HR and business leaders.

Break/ Networking

10:20 AM - 10:30 AM
MODERATOR

Gina Romero

Founder and Head of Special Projects
Connected Women

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

AI and the Workforce: Balancing Innovation and Human Capital

This panel discussion will touch on the evolving role of HR professionals as a strategic company arm that can improve bottom line, optimize line output, and make data-based decisions.
MODERATOR

Gina Romero

Founder and Head of Special Projects
Connected Women

PANELISTS

Mharicar Castillo-Reyes

President and CEO
Asticom

Prof. Erika Fille T. Legara

Aboitiz Chair in Data Science
Associate Professor
Asian Institute of Management

Reynaldo Lugtu

Founder and CEO
Hungry Workhorse

Sara Venturina

Chief Data Officer
GCash

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

Lunch/Networking

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

Breakout Tracks:

Transforming Workforce Strategies for 2024 and Beyond

Breakout Room 1:

  • Marriott Grand Ballroom ​​

Moving from Manual to Automated While Following Global HCM Standards

As we plan for the rest of 2024 and beyond, the need for innovative workforce strategies has never been more pressing.

Join these business leaders to learn how automation can eliminate repetitive tasks, reduce errors, and free up your human resources teams to actually focus more on improving the employee experience.

MODERATOR

Abbey Galve

Head of People Operations
Sprout Solutions

PANELISTS

Darwin Rivers, CHRP. CPM. CLC. CEIP. CSSGB

Founder and President
Philippines HR Group

Abby Francisco

Head of Support Services
Starpay Corporation

Juan Paolo Arao, GPHR,RPm

Committee Member / Registered HR Expert - ISO/TC 260
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

Breakout Room 2:

  • 3F, VIP West

Effective Talent Retention in the Modern Workplace

Discover the latest trends and innovative practices in engaging, developing and retaining your top talent, including the use of AI to improve this critical stage of the employee lifecycle.

Gain insights into future-proofing talent strategies by anticipating market changes, adapting to tech advancements, and ensuring organizational resilience amid disruptions.

MODERATOR

Mai Beltran-de Guzman

Chief Human Resources Officer
MDI NOVARE

PANELISTS

Queenie Yeung

Vice President for Talent Delivery/Senior Client Partner
Korn Ferry

Joy Noree Maramba

Head of Talent Management
CDO Foodsphere

Valerie Ann Valeza

Head of Human Resources
Fresenius Kabi (Philippines
a 2024 Top Employer Certified Company in the Country)

Mark Paul Apilan

Head of Human Resources
HSBC Global Service Center Philippines

Breakout Room 3:

  • 3F, VIP West

Driving HR Digital Transformation and Growth in the BPO Industry

2024 is a critical year for the BPO industry in the Philippines, with success or failure hinging on companies being able to effectively attract talent and ensure that their best people stay with them.

Discover how successful industry veterans have succeeded in the demanding task of improving the employee journey in BPO.

MODERATOR

Ellinor Ferriol

Account Director
Sprout Solutions

PANELISTS

Harold Bautista

Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Callhounds Global

Vicky Trinidad-Garcia

President and Co-Founder
Omni Channel Solutions PH

Kavita Handa

Vice President of People Culture & Talent Acquisition
Probe CX

MODERATOR

Patrick Jess Dimayuga, CRSP

Country Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding Lead
Cargill

1:20 PM - 2:10 PM

Effective Talent Acquisition in Today’s Age of Digital Disruption

In this panel discussion, industry leaders share innovative approaches to talent acquisition, such as upskilling, proactive talent access, and addressing fears of job replacement by automation.
MODERATOR

Patrick Jess Dimayuga

CRSP, Country Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding Lead
Cargill

PANELIST

Michael Godinez

SVP and Chief People and Culture Officer
Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc.

National President
People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP)

Kristine Bagalawis-Dela Cruz

Director Human Resources, Asia
Iyuno

Mayvilyn Chavez

Human Resources Leader

Break/ Networking

2:10 PM - 2:20 PM
2:20 PM - 2:35 PM

Engagement Activity

Gian Paulo Dela Rama

Chief Product Officer & Head of Sprout A.I. Labs
Sprout Solutions

2:35 PM - 3:05 PM

Achieving HR and Business Transformation with Sprout's Product Roadmap

Take an exclusive look at Sprout Solutions’ product roadmap, presenting the latest features designed to meet the evolving needs of modern HR. Learn how Sprout Solutions can help streamline HR processes and drive better results.
MODERATOR

Patrick Gentry

CEO & Co-founder
Sprout Solutions

3:05 PM - 3:55 PM

Real-World Digital Transformation Experiences Across Industry Pioneers

In this panel, each speaker will highlight the impact of digital technologies on operations, customer experience, workforce management, and overall business transformation. Learn actionable lessons and best practices from real-world case studies.
MODERATOR

Patrick Gentry

CEO & Co-founder
Sprout Solutions

PANELIST

Joey Briones

Chief Human Resources Officer
Angkas

Len Gonzales

Human Capital Management Head
Belo Medical Group

Solet Ira Miclat

VP of Shared Services
Connext International

3:55 PM - 4:25 PM

The Annual Sprout Awards

The SPROUT AWARDS honors and recognizes great employers that have gone above and beyond in fostering a positive workplace environment, promoting exceptional engagement, and building strong employee relationships.

Renzo Belardo

VP of Growth
Sprout Solutions

4:25 PM - 4:35 PM

Closing Remarks

Sprout’s Impact ‘24 Supported Solution Providers

POLKA.PH is an online store where employees can shop now and pay later through salary deductions. It offers a safe, easy, and affordable installment plan with no cost or liability to employers.

Bonanza Benefits offers a flexible platform to enhance employee health and happiness, driving efficiency, reducing healthcare costs, and boosting company performance.

Get Hired adds video questionnaires to job applications, showcasing candidates' appearance and communication skills. This makes recruitment more effective and efficient through video technology.

Hati Health is a comprehensive platform to revolutionize employee well-being. It enhances physical and mental health, fosters a positive work culture, and boosts productivity and retention.

Current surveys are inflexible and costly. Report generation takes 1-3 months, delaying necessary actions. Survey fatigue is common as people find them tedious and work-related. Gamification and simplification are now preferred.

Our 2024 Sponsors and Partners

Silver Sponsors

Hive Health offers hassle-free HMO plans for Philippine SMEs. Our digital platform simplifies HR tasks and member care, providing comprehensive coverage including teleconsults, mental health, and maternity benefits. Get quality healthcare for your employees with Hive.

Britana helps company owners unlock their business potential with cost-effective, comprehensive and Customizable ERP (business management) solution. With Britana ERP, you get the functionality you need without breaking the bank. Our customizable features ensure seamless integration with business workflows, thereby maximizing efficiency and driving growth.

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Don't miss out on this year's
Sprout State of HR Summit!

Don't miss out on this year's Sprout State of HR Summit!

The Sprout Awards 2024 Winners!

Best Workplace Culture

Celebrating organizations that have created exceptional overall work environments that cultivate employee growth, development, and commitment.

Large Enterprise (ENT)
Mid-Market (MM)
Growing Business (SME)

Employee Loyalty Builder

Honoring organizations that excel in fostering strong employee relationships, nurturing partnerships, and creating supportive work environments, demonstrating commitment to growth and satisfaction.

Large Enterprise (ENT)
Mid-Market (MM)
Growing Business (SME)

Employee Engagement Champion

Honoring organizations that have implemented effective strategies and programs to engage and empower their employees, resulting in enhanced productivity, satisfaction, and retention.

Large Enterprise (ENT)
Mid-Market (MM)
Growing Business (SME)
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