WHEN:
13 October 2026 (Tuesday)
TIME:
9am – 5pm
WHERE:
In-person, Manila
SOCIAL:
#TransformTalentPH
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ABOUT
TRANSFORM TALENT 2026 – PHILIPPINES
Across the Philippines, HR leaders are being challenged to navigate an increasingly complex and unpredictable workforce landscape. From succession gaps and shallow leadership pipelines to skills mismatches, and growing competition for talent, organisations are under pressure to future-proof their workforce while driving business growth.
Many HR teams are also grappling with workforce readiness, and the challenge of balancing tech transformation with the human side of work. As businesses accelerate AI adoption, HR leaders are expected to play a far more strategic role in enabling organisational resilience and productivity.
Human Resources Online is proud to present the second edition of Transform Talent 2026 – Philippines, a dedicated platform to discuss talent transformation in the nation. Bringing together 100+ HR and people leaders, this is the year’s most-anticipated networking and learning opportunity for senior and progressive professionals who want to engage, develop, and keep top talent in a fast-changing environment.
Get ready for a day of expert insights, actionable strategies, and valuable relationship building!
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
Be part of the Philippines’ dedicated platform for talent transformation
A high-impact talent-dedicated conference focused on the realities organisations face today, delivering practical insights, so you can take ideas back and apply them immediately.
Topics built for the national workforce reality
The agenda is shaped by actual conversations with the country’s HR leaders, tackling real issues such as skills mismatches, leadership pipeline gaps, and cost optimisation.
Connect with 100+ senior people leaders
Build meaningful connections with people leaders who are focused on strengthening their organisations and navigating today’s workforce demands.
Explore the latest talent tools and solutions
Meet partners and solution providers offering innovative solutions, and fresh ideas to help organisations navigate today’s talent challenges.
Powered by a trusted HR voice with pan-Asia expertise
Organised by a well-known HR platform covering conferences, awards, and senior leadership engagement, backed by proven credibility around Southeast Asia.
WHO
YOU WILL MEET AT THIS CONFERENCE
Transform Talent 2026 – Philippines convenes senior HR leaders to shape national workforce transformation.
- Chief culture officers
- Chief HR advisers
- Chief human capital officers
- Chief human resources officers
- Chief people officers
- Chief talent officers
- Directors of HR
- Global, regional, and in-country HR heads
- Heads of HR, compliance and general administration
- SVP, EVP and first VPs of HR & people strategy
HR teams focusing on:
- Capability development
- Compensation and benefits
- Culture and change management
- Employee engagement and retention
- Employee experience
- HR technology
- Leadership development
- Learning and development
- Organisational development
- People and culture
- People management and strategy
- Performance management
- Rewards and incentives
- Succession planning
- Talent and workforce planning
- Talent development
- Wellbeing programmes
Contact us here for group registration packages!
OUR
speakers
Transform Talent 2026 – Philippines unites leading voices and innovators in the HR space to drive workforce transformation in an ever-shifting world. If you would like to enquire about speaking opportunities, or suggest topics for the event, please contact us at production@humanresourcesonline.net.
Mark Hernandez
Head of Human Resources – South Luzon
International Container Terminal Services
Maria Rubi “Bing” de Dios
Group Learning & Development Director
Megaworld Hotels & Resorts
Ericson Del Castillo
Senior GM & VP, Human Resources, Philippines & ASEAN for Special Projects
Kane Macapagal
HR Director – Philippines
Karen Diaz
Country HR Director – Philippines
Mia Lim
People Director – PH and VN
Tala
Andrew Lau
CEO and Founder
Think Codex
Al John Catacutan
Head of Human Resources
Unioil Petroleum Philippines
Aditi Sharma Kalra
Editor-in-Chief
Priya Sunil
Deputy Editor, Southeast Asia
Human Resources Online
2026 SPONSORS
GOLD SPONSORS
EVENT PARTNER
5 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD PARTNER WITH US
Stand out as a leader in talent transformation
Reach 100+ senior HR and talent decision-makers
Strengthen your presence in the Philippines’ growing market
Drive meaningful business conversations and high-quality leads
Partner with the region’s most respected HR media authority
Write to us at partnerships@humanresourcesonline.net and secure your place at Transform Talent 2026 – Philippines. Let’s start the conversation!
Why our past attendees loved Transform Talent
Recruitment Manager
Inchcape Digital
Employer Branding
Shopee Philippines
HR Operations Director
National University
HR Officer
First Pacific Leadership Academy
Manager, Talent Management
1Aviation Groundhandling Services Corp
Manager Sourcing Operations
Emerson
Talent and Learning Head
ING Hubs
HR Manager - Business Partner
Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc.
HR Business Partner
GCash
Recruitment Marketing
Unilab
Talent Management Lead
East West Ageas Insurance
Instructional Designer,
Magsaysay People Resources Corporation
WHO SHOULD SPONSOR
If your brand provides services or solutions in the following areas, this conference is perfect for you:
HR technology and platforms
L&D and coaching solutions
Organisation, culture and change
Wellbeing, rewards, and inclusion
Recruitment & talent acquisition
Fill in your details below and our sales team will reach out to you with the sponsorship kit!
TESTIMONIALS FROM OUR PAST SPONSORS
The conference was extremely well-organised, and the interactions at our booth were both meaningful and productive. We are looking forward to future editions and continued collaboration with the team.
Regional Marketing Manager
goFLUENT
Transform Talent brings together the right decision-makers. The calibre of attendees — senior HR and L&D leaders — translated directly into meaningful business conversations and tangible opportunities.
B2B Senior Marketing Manager
ELSA Corp
Thank you to our past sponsors for their immense support!
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