Best Event Speaker Philippines

Michael F. Andrew is an accomplished global executive and leadership coach with deep expertise in CEO development, succession strategy, and executive performance. As Chief Talent & Leadership Development Officer and Executive Committee Member at Al Faisaliah Group, he led enterprise-wide leadership transformation. Formerly Group Vice President of Talent Management at Etisalat, he designed global programs for CEO and CXO readiness across 19 markets. A McKinsey-certified coach, he has mentored over 400 McKinsey consultants worldwide and advised Fortune 100 companies on leadership and organizational growth. His advisory experience with Saudi Telecom (stc) further reflects his strategic influence at the highest leadership levels. The author of three acclaimed books and a recognized media voice, Michael is known for translating complex leadership concepts into practical, actionable insights that drive measurable executive and organizational success.

Sir Winston Malapad is a global business leader and transformation architect with nearly 30 years of experience driving results across AI, analytics, process excellence, and outsourcing strategy. He has held senior leadership roles at Intel®, Johnson Controls, CBRE, and currently Foundever, where he serves as Director of Talent Acquisition and HR for Process Excellence, Reporting, and Data Analytics. Winston has led high-impact digital transformation initiatives across North America, EMEA, and APAC—building agile, data-powered teams and scaling operations with strategic automation. At CBRE, he grew a back-office team from 4 to 60+, delivering the impact of 120. At Foundever, his six-member team performs with the agility of 57. A sought-after global keynote speaker, Winston regularly shares insights on AI, digital transformation, and the future of outsourcing. His leadership is rooted in strategic clarity, operational discipline, and a deep belief in unlocking human potential through technology.

Vina is a credentialed professional coach by  ICF (International Coaching Federation) and is currently Senior Director for Wellness and Resiliency for TaskUs, leading a team 50 Senior Managers and Professional Coaches supporting more than 42,000 Teammates across Asia.  Prior to this role, Vina was an Independent Executive and Leadership Coach and Organization Development Consultant for more than 4 years serving multiple industries.  She has more than 30 years of extensive experience in leadership, organization development, and learning - strategizing and implementing organization-wide initiatives and programs that support the business.  She has designed and led the execution of learning and development programs for different leadership levels across different organizations (outsourcing, shared services, information technology, software engineering, academe, manufacturing, and financial services)

YuJin Wong is Asia’s leading authority on Mental Fitness, blending corporate experience with science-backed strategies to drive productivity, resilience, and peak performance. A former lawyer and investment banker, he brings a unique perspective on high-pressure environments and the mindset required to thrive in them.

As the first Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) from Asia Professional Speakers Singapore, YuJin delivers high-impact keynotes and workshops on mental fitness, emotional intelligence, and stress mastery. He is passionate about cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset—helping individuals take ownership, embrace uncertainty, and turn challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation.

A bestselling author and Global Brands Icon in Wellness & Peak Performance, YuJin has worked with leading organisations across Asia to transform workplace cultures. His practical, engaging approach empowers leaders and teams to build mental strength, enhance performance, and succeed in today’s fast-changing, entrepreneurial world.

Emmanuel F. Silan, popularly known as Noel, is a leadership psychologist, transformative psychotherapist, and organization development expert with deep expertise in human behavior, leadership transformation, and neuro-cognitive change. With a PhD in Organization Development focused on leadership, and ongoing doctoral research in psychology, he integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Neuro-Cognitive Intelligence (NCI), and behavioral science to deliver lasting individual and organizational change.

As Co-Founder and Head Trainer at NLP Manila Corp., Noel leads large-scale leadership development, executive coaching, and culture transformation programs across government, corporates, and academic institutions. A licensed psychologist and certified NLP Master Trainer, he specializes in emotional regulation, decision-making, trauma-informed leadership, and behavioral transformation.

He has worked with leading organizations including Procter & Gamble, Globe, BSP, and CHED, and is known for translating complex psychology into practical tools that drive performance, resilience, and human-centered leadership.

Darwin Rivers is a highly accomplished coach with over 20 years of progressive leadership and management experience in the BPO/IT/Shared Services industries. He has held positions in both Operations Management and Human Capital Management, demonstrating his expertise in these areas. Darwin has extensive experience in setting up HR departments for start-up companies, both locally and internationally. He has also worked closely with Regional HR points of contact across the United States, Canada, EMEA, and the Asia-Pacific region.

Michelle C. Gagui, also known as Coach Kookie, brings over a decade of experience in leadership training and coaching. She specializes in empowering leaders through transformative journeys of self-discovery and growth. Her coaching philosophy blends systems thinking, design innovation, and strategic insight to equip leaders at all levels with the skills, insights, and holistic perspectives needed for lasting success.

Michelle seamlessly integrates these methodologies into her training facilitation and coaching approach, enabling leaders to understand intricate relationships within their organizations and their impact on the community. By focusing on mindset transformation, she helps leaders break through limitations and embrace a growth-oriented mindset.

Coach Kookie is dedicated to unlocking her clients' full potential and driving impactful change.

Jonathan Yabut is the proud Filipino winner of the hit reality TV show The Apprentice Asia. Born and raised in Manila, he is a multi-awarded marketer and HR professional with over 15 years of experience across Southeast Asia. Known as "Asia’s Millennial Guru," Jonathan is one of the region’s most sought-after motivational speakers. He specializes in leadership, talent development for millennials, and boosting workplace productivity. Through his engaging talks and practical insights, he empowers organizations to build high-performing teams and future-ready leaders.

Sgt. Lloyd A. Luna, Philippine Air Force Reserve, is a well-known Filipino-Asian professional speaker, author, and entrepreneur. He has written 17 inspirational books since 2005 and has been a columnist of The Manila Times since 2006. He is founder of Lloyd Luna Education Group, a leading international learning and development brand, which handles Public Speaking Institute of Asia, Leadership Institute of the Philippines, and House of Advisors, Inc. Over the past 20 years, he has spoken on leadership, communication, and transformation in over 1,500 conventions, conferences, and seminars in three continents: Asia, Oceania, and Europe. He has addressed such audiences as key leaders of global companies, managers and officers of government agencies, and students and faculty of various learning institutions.

Kharlyn Caye “KC” Santillan is a business mentor, commercial actress and full-time entrepreneur with expertise in direct selling, personal branding, and digital leadership. Starting her entrepreneurial journey at 20, she leveraged a background in corporate real estate—earned through a competitive scholarship—to build a purpose-driven career with USANA Health Sciences, a global leader in cellular nutrition. Her work focuses on empowering aspiring entrepreneurs to create sustainable income through values-based mentorship, business development, and personal growth strategies. Drawing from years of experience in network marketing, she coaches individuals on building resilient mindsets and scaling businesses aligned with their short- and long-term goals. KC is also a sought-after speaker on youth empowerment, leadership, and entrepreneurship, with speaking credits at prestigious institutions like the University of Santo Tomas and Adamson University. She continues to inspire through her mission to develop courageous, goal-oriented changemakers in the digital age.

Michael is a dynamic professional who navigates the ever-changing business landscape by equipping leaders with invaluable tools and strategies, enabling them to embrace and thrive in transformational times. With an impressive tenure as the Head of Innovation Design + Validation at Walmart Canada, Michael successfully led a multidisciplinary team of researchers, creators, strategists, and developers, consistently challenging conventional norms and fostering an environment of innovation. Distinguished as the youngest store manager in Canada for the world"s largest retailer, Michael spearheaded projects focused on enhancing customer experience, resulting in a remarkable $250 million in business value generated within a three-year span. Michael"s notable contributions to the industry have garnered recognition, including being honored as part of The Peaks" esteemed Emerging Leaders Class of 2022, a distinguished group selected by peers and accomplished co-chairs.

Walter de Oude is a Singapore-based fintech entrepreneur, venture investor, and business leader best known as the Founder of Singlife, one of Singapore’s leading digital insurance companies. With extensive experience in financial services, digital transformation, and business innovation, Walter is widely recognised for building resilient, customer-centric businesses in highly competitive and rapidly evolving markets.

Throughout his career, Walter has successfully led organisations through disruption, market uncertainty, and large-scale transformation, making him a sought-after speaker on leadership resilience, innovation, customer trust, and navigating change. His expertise spans entrepreneurship, business agility, digital disruption, and strategic decision-making in complex environments.

A dynamic and engaging speaker, Walter shares practical insights on adapting business models, leading through uncertainty, and fostering innovation during challenging times. His real-world experiences building and scaling transformative businesses make his sessions highly relevant for franchise, retail, and consumer-facing organisations navigating today’s fast-changing business landscape.

With over 20 years of international experience, Coach Rye Cruz is a senior consultant and a human centered certified coach who guides leaders, teams, and organizations towards achieving significance, growth, and performance in their lives and work that they do. He leverages his extensive knowledge and skills in coaching, organizational development, training, facilitation, leadership development, positive psychology, NLP, e-learning, and gamification to design and deliver customized and impactful solutions that meet the needs and goals of his clients.