Building a culture of care at Collins Aerospace

Culture is often described through values and statements, but at Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, it is something employees experience every day. It shows up in how people work together, look out for one another, and feel confident speaking up. This strong sense of care and responsibility recently earned the organisation recognition as Runner-Up for […]
Collins Aerospace takes employee wellness to new heights

When organisations talk about caring for their people, HR practitioners know that words only matter when they are backed by consistent action. At Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, employee wellness is not positioned as a standalone programme. It is embedded into how the organisation supports its people every day. This people-first approach earned Collins Aerospace […]
A new way to work at Allianz PNB Life

Flexible work is often introduced as a response to disruption. At Allianz PNB Life Insurance, Inc., it became something more deliberate. What began as a necessary shift evolved into a long-term rethinking of how work should feel, function, and support people. Rather than focusing solely on where work happens, Allianz PNB Life focused on how […]
Beyond HR: Jan Pambid’s leadership journey

Leadership is often described through frameworks, models, or ambitious transformation plans. Yet in practice, the leaders who leave a lasting mark are usually those who build belief before strategy. Belief in people, in responsibility, and in the idea that culture shapes results long before numbers do. This belief has guided Jan Pambid throughout his career. […]
The culture that drives Odfjell forward and defines workplace excellence

What makes a workplace truly great is not just strong systems or impressive results. At Odfjell Management Philippines, Inc., it starts and ends with people. From the moment employees step into the organisation, there is a clear sense of belonging, purpose, and shared pride. This strong foundation of trust and connection is what earned Odfjell […]
Crissy Rollan: Making HR human again

When you talk to Crissy Rollan, you quickly realise her story isn’t about chasing titles or climbing ladders. It’s about restoring meaning to work and reminding leaders that people are, and always will be, the foundation of success. She built Qubel from two things: a deep belief in people and a desire to reimagine how […]
Building the future of HR from the ground up

He didn’t begin in HR. In fact, his journey started right where most stories of leadership do, on the front lines. For Coach Darwin Rivers, the early 2000s marked the beginning of his career in the growing IT-BPM industry, where he progressed from a frontline agent to an operations supervisor. It was in those formative […]
Shining Bright: Meet the Winners and Runner-ups of HR Stars Awards Philippines 2025

The prestigious HR Stars Awards Philippines 2025 finalised its winners on October 23, 2025, recognising outstanding achievements in the field of human resources. Winners demonstrated exceptional practices and leadership in various HR categories. The following are the winners and runner-ups of HR Stars Awards Philippines 2025: Category Winner Runner-up (Gold Award) Employer of Choice Southstar Drug, […]
HR Stars Awards Philippines 2025 presentations now underway

The HR Stars Awards Philippines 2025 has officially commenced its presentation phase, marking an exciting milestone in the search for the nation’s most outstanding HR professionals and initiatives. Key Dates and Process Online Presentations: 29 September – 10 October 2025 Finalists are currently submitting their online presentations, showcasing impactful HR projects, innovations, and leadership achievements. […]
WHO SAYS: When HR struggles, who holds us?

Immerse yourself in the wisdom shared by respected HR and business luminaries from across Southeast Asia as they offer their insightful views on the most urgent matters of the day. “HR is expected to be the listener, the fixer, the fighter. But when HR struggles, who holds us?” – Kirk Patrick Alimaza, Country Head, People, […]