About the Convention

The Philippine Society for Training and Development (PSTD) National Convention sparks conversation about the evolving role of learning and development to support the changing landscape and prepare talents now and in the future.  It provides a platform for exchanging ideas, new practices and innovative set of tools and solutions on the design, delivery, implementation and evaluation of L&D programs.

PSTD National Convention 2016 is exemplified through its theme “The Unconvention: Collaboration, Inclusion and Innovation”.  It will focus on promoting and advancing unconventional and innovative styles and methods of learning relevant to diverse type of learners.
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Now in its 51st year, PSTD has grown from a professional organization of learning and development practitioners, experts, consultants and managers into a real partner and thought leader that touches the talent development ecosystem influencers, innovators and business leaders.

Recap of the
​2015 National Convention

Our Organization

PSTD, a non-stock, non-profit professional organization, is created for and led by the learning and development (L&D) community of leaders, experts and practitioners.  The organization aims to advance talent development practices in the country by facilitating collaborative discussions on the design, delivery, implementation and evaluation of L&D programs.

PSTD has over 50 years of continuing legacy of providing development opportunities and bringing global standards in the country’s HR and talent development industry.

As a member, you will enjoy all the benefits that membership in PSTD can bring you and your organization including the opportunity to reach your full potential and network with the community of talent development professionals in the country.

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Your Unconvention Team

2015-2016 Board of Trustees and Officers
Elvie Tarrobal PRESIDENT
Edwin Ebreo VICE-PRESIDENT FOR INTERNAL AFFAIRS
Ian Colorina VICE-PRESIDENT FOR EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
Rex Tuozo SECRETARY
Rommel Ancheta TREASURER
Jose Decolongon PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
Lucy Ramos
Moi Moises
Senj Pableo
Iza Mantalaba-Bedural
Marl Fernal
Jet Nera CHAIRMAN
Milalin Javellana VICE-CHAIR
Oline Tiamson GOOD GOVERNANCE ADVISER & INTERNAL AUDITOR
Adrian Robles IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
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2016 National Convention Team
Ian Colorina CHAIRMAN
Senj Pableo GAWAD MAESTRO CHAIR
Pre-Convention Learning
Edwin Ebreo
L&D Leaders Roundtable
Elvie Tarrobal, Jose Decolongon
Junior PSTD Summit
Tricia Pronstroller-Tolentino, Moi Moises
Participant Experience, Creatives and Technology
Lucy Ramos, Nancy Gotidoc, Jody Salas
AJ Badiola, Sean Pineda, Kiara Doloricon
Imee Matta, Averill Quijano
Marketing and Expo
Iza Mantalaba-Bedural
Social Media and Communications
JV Wong, Tricia Pronstroller-Tolentino,
April Salonga, Gayle Robediso, Marby Tabungar
Volunteers
RJ Lagrimas
Secretariat
Rose Abletes, Em Earnshaw
Aleli Fabay, Norman Baluyot

PSTD Secretariat
Rose Abletes OPERATIONS MANAGER
Aleli Fabay ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISOR
Norman Baluyot CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Fred Pangilinan GENERAL SERVICES ASSISTANT
Marie Ngujo ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
Nitz Alberto MARKETING ASSISTANT
Lyn Gan-Galicia OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
Grace Pabelonia OPERATIONS ASSISTANT

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Ask Us

If you have any questions about the Unconvention that are not answered here, contact us at:

​​✉️ secretariat@pstd.org, inquiries@pstd.org 
📞 (02) 812.9931, 814.0372, 703.8789 - 90
📱 0998.961.6143, 0998.960.4198