Day 1 | August 27 | Wednesday

Kick off the summit with a warm welcome, vibrant entertainment, and insightful learning sessions—including open space technology—culminating in the much-awaited Grand 60th Anniversary Dinner.

  • 7:00AM: Opening of Registration

    Start your convention journey by checking in and picking up your official kit—your all-access pass to three days of learning, networking, and celebration.

  • 8:00AM: Opening of Exhibits

    Discover innovative solutions, tools, and best practices as we unveil the exhibit hall—your gateway to the latest in talent development and HR technology.

  • 9:30AM: PSTD 50th National Convention Grand Opening

    Join us as we officially open the convention with inspiring messages, dynamic performances, and a powerful start to three days of learning, connection, and celebration.

  • 9:45AM: Welcome Message by Jun Roy, 2025 PSTD Chairperson of the Board

    Kick off the convention with a message that honors PSTD’s achievements, highlights the Philippine Talent Development Framework, and sparks a shared commitment to shaping a future-ready workforce.

  • 9:55AM: President's Report by Rinah Rivero, 2025 PSTD President

    9:55AM: President's Report by Rinah Rivero, 2025 PSTD President

    A comprehensive overview of PSTD’s key milestones, strategic initiatives, and industry impact over the past year—highlighting the Society’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and the continuous advancement of the talent development profession.

  • 10:05AM: ABLAZE: Illuminating the Pathways of Talent Development by Eugene Acevedo, President and CEO of RCBC

    This inspiring keynote brings the 2025 PSTD theme to life by highlighting how the talent development community ignites passion, fosters innovation, and builds actionable pathways for growth. It emphasizes talent development’s crucial role in driving economic progress, enhancing productivity, retaining talent, and managing a multi-generational workforce.

  • 10:25AM: Leaders Forum | Illuminating the Pathways of Talent Development: Integrating Enablers to Elevate Talent Development

    This session highlights the vital role of Talent Development enablers—strategy, people, process, technology, and culture—in fostering growth and unlocking talent’s full potential. Strengthening these enablers drives high performance, boosts productivity, and contributes to sustainable nation-building.

  • 11:00AM: Learning Engagement | Open Space Technology facilitated by Gallup

    Using an Open Space Technology approach, designated areas of the Plenary Hall will focus on key talent development challenges, allowing delegates to freely join discussions most relevant to their organizations. This interactive format encourages the sharing of insights and co-creation of practical solutions.

Concurrent Sessions

Participants are invited to select the topics that resonate most with their interests and organizational needs, engaging deeply in focused discussions and practical learning experiences.

  • 1:00PM: Championing Talent Development as the Strategic Business Driver

    1:00PM: Championing Talent Development as the Strategic Business Driver

    This session will talk about practical strategies for senior leaders to position talent development at the core of business success, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry demands.

  • 1:00PM: Future-Proofing Talent as a Tactical Business Driver

    This session will focus on actionable tactics on how functional leaders can build cross-functional talent pipelines as a tactical business driver and ensure alignment with departmental goals and operational demands.

  • 1:00PM: Engaging Talent as an Operational Business Driver

    This session will explore actionable tactics on how line managers can sustain talent development to meet continuously evolving operational demands.

  • 3:30PM Unleashing Potential: Cultivating a Dynamic Culture of Talent Discovery with Liza Manalo-Mapagu of ASEAMETRICS

    3:30PM Unleashing Potential: Cultivating a Dynamic Culture of Talent Discovery with Liza Manalo-Mapagu of ASEAMETRICS

    Explore strategies to build a workplace culture that continuously uncovers and develops employee strengths, empowering leaders to place talent where they can thrive and drive success.

  • 3:00PM: Molding Talent: Learning Outside the Traditional Classroom with Dr. Vic Catanghal of TELUS Digital

    Discover how leaders can intentionally shape talent beyond the classroom by creating flexible development programs and providing meaningful growth opportunities that align with evolving business needs.

  • 3:00PM: Shaping Pathways: Empowering Talents to Maximize Their Potentials with Doreen Cooper-Medina, International Speaker and Author

    Learn best practices for fostering a culture that empowers employees to shape their own growth, maximize their talents, and align their development with organizational goals.