{"id":285,"date":"2024-07-10T08:50:59","date_gmt":"2024-07-10T08:50:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arangkadaphilippines.com\/forum2024\/?page_id=285"},"modified":"2024-10-23T06:52:16","modified_gmt":"2024-10-23T06:52:16","slug":"program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/arangkadaphilippines.com\/forum2024\/program\/","title":{"rendered":"Program"},"content":{"rendered":"

The 13th Arangkada Philippines Forum convenes various stakeholders to explore perspectives on upskilling and upscaling human capital to accelerate the country\u2019s growth.<\/p>\n

It identifies opportunities and challenges for the labor market posed by shifting demographics and rapid technological advancements, with a focus on key economic sectors like agriculture, mining, manufacturing, and other emerging industries. It also aims to advocate for much-needed economic reforms that can pave the way for a future-ready workforce and uplift the lives of Filipinos.<\/p>\n

As in previous years, representatives from government, experts, industry leaders, and members of the business and international development community will be invited to deliver keynote speeches and provide their insights in the panel discussions.<\/p>\n

PROVISIONAL AGENDA<\/strong><\/h3>\n

(As of October 21, 2024)<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Time Start<\/strong><\/td>\nTime End<\/strong><\/td>\nActivity<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
7:30 AM<\/td>\n9:00 AM<\/td>\nRegistration<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9:00 AM<\/td>\n9:05 AM<\/td>\nOpening Ceremony<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9:05 AM<\/td>\n9:10 AM<\/td>\nWelcoming Remarks<\/td>\n
Mr. Paulo Duarte<\/strong>
\nPresident, European Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9:10 AM<\/td>\n9:15 AM<\/td>\nProgram Overview<\/td>\n
Ms. Katie Stuntz<\/strong>
\nProject Director, The Arangkada Philippines Project<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Opening Keynote<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9:15 AM<\/td>\n9:20 AM<\/td>\nIntroduction of Keynote Speaker<\/td>\n
Mr. Joseph Um<\/strong>
\nPresident, Korean Chamber of Commerce Philippines<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9:20 AM<\/td>\n9:35 AM<\/td>\nOpening Keynote Speech 1<\/td>\n
Secretary Bienvenido E. Laguesma <\/strong>
\nDepartment of Labor and Employment<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9:35 AM<\/td>\n9:40 AM<\/td>\nIntroduction of Keynote Speaker<\/td>\n
Mr. Julian Payne<\/strong>
\nPresident, Canadian Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9:40 AM<\/td>\n9:55 AM<\/td>\nOpening Keynote Speech 2<\/td>\n
Usec. Rafaelita Aldaba<\/strong>
\nCompetitiveness and Innovation Group, Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Panel 1<\/strong> – UPSKILL: Adapting to A New Workforce<\/strong><\/p>\n

This panel will tackle the demographic and technological shifts that are reshaping the landscape of work. Panelists will dive deep into current trends and offer insights on how demographic dividends can be better leveraged to benefit the economy, highlighting the importance of upskilling and lifelong learning to level up our workforce. It will also focus on strategies to strengthen the linkages between the academe and the business community to address underemployment, job and skill mismatch, and other challenges in the labor market.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

9:55 AM<\/td>\n10:00 AM<\/td>\nIntroduction of Panel Presenter, Moderator, and Discussants<\/td>\n
Mr. Nobuo Fujii<\/strong>
\nVice President, Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Philippines, Inc.<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10:00 AM<\/td>\n10:15 AM<\/td>\nPanel Presentation<\/td>\n
Ms. Karthika Radhakrishnan<\/strong>
\nSenior Education Specialist, World Bank<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10:15 AM<\/td>\n10:45 AM<\/td>\nPanel Discussion<\/td>\n
Ms. Karthika Radhakrishnan<\/strong>
\nSenior Education Specialist, World Bank<\/center>
\n
Atty. Cinderella Filipina S. Benitez-Jaro<\/strong>
\nExecutive Director, Commission on Higher Education<\/p>\n

Mr. Joey Concepcion III<\/strong>
\nFounder, Go Negosyo<\/p>\n

Ms. Frankie Antolin<\/strong>
\nExecutive Director for Talent Attraction & Development, IBPAP<\/p>\n

Moderated by:
\n Ms. Ma. Flordeliza Leong<\/strong>
\nVice President for Advocacy and Communications, PHILEXPORT<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

10:45 AM<\/td>\n11:00 AM<\/td>\nOpen Forum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11:00 AM<\/td>\n11:05 AM<\/td>\nHealth Break<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Special Address<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11:05 AM<\/td>\n11:10 AM<\/td>\nIntroduction of Speaker<\/td>\n
Mr. Ebb Hinchliffe<\/strong>
\nExecutive Director, American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11:10 AM<\/td>\n11:30 AM<\/td>\nSpecial Address<\/td>\n
Sen. Francis \u201cChiz\u201d Escudero<\/strong>
\nSenate President, Senate of the Philippines<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Panel 2<\/strong> – UPSCALE: Strengthening the Backbone of our Value Chains<\/strong><\/p>\n

The second panel will revolve around the crucial task of strengthening our workforce in the key sectors that form our value chain: agriculture, mining, and manufacturing. In the context of rapid technological advancements, experts will discuss the need for critical skills and technologies required to upscale our industries, address concerns on job displacement, and explore ways to generate higher quality jobs for Filipinos.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

11:30 AM<\/td>\n11:35 AM<\/td>\nIntroduction of Panel Presenter, Moderator, and Discussants<\/td>\n
Mr. Shigeru Shimoda <\/strong>
\nVice President, Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Philippines, Inc.<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11:35 AM<\/td>\n11:50 AM<\/td>\nPanel Presentation<\/td>\n
Ms. Ivanna Dela Torre<\/strong>
\nSenior Director, Coca-Cola Philippines<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11:50 AM<\/td>\n12:20 PM<\/td>\nPanel Discussion<\/td>\n
Ms. Lilian Salonga<\/strong>
\nDirector Bureau of Competitive Development, Department of Trade and Industry<\/center>
\n
Dr. Dan Lachica<\/strong>
\nChief-of-Party, Advanced Manufacturing Development Alliance<\/center>
\n
Atty. Mike Toledo<\/strong>
\nChairman, Chamber of Mines of the Philippines<\/center>
\nModerated by:
\nMr. Bobby Batungbacal<\/strong>
\nExecutive Director, Makati Business Club<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
12:20 PM<\/td>\n12:30 PM<\/td>\nOpen Forum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lunch<\/strong><\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Midday Keynote<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1:00 PM<\/td>\n1:05 PM<\/td>\nIntroduction of Keynote Speaker<\/td>\n
Mr. Harutaka Ishikawa<\/strong>
\nPresident, Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Philippines, Inc.<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1:05 PM<\/td>\n1:25 PM<\/td>\nMidday Keynote<\/td>\n
Mr. Khalid Hassan<\/strong>
\nCountry Director, International Labor Organization<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Panel 3<\/strong> – UPLIFT: Nurturing Talents for the Future<\/strong><\/p>\n

The panel will focus on examining the emerging roles and skill sets necessary to accelerate the sustainable and inclusive development of the country. The discussion will emphasize the significance of investing and expanding green and digital jobs to fully transition to a green economy and examine social and economic interventions needed to empower and uplift the workforce.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

1:25 PM<\/td>\n1:30 PM<\/td>\nIntroduction of Panel Presenter, Moderator, and Discussants<\/td>\n
Atty. Mimi Lopez-Malvar<\/strong>
\nDirector, Philippine Association of Multinational Companies Regional Headquarters, Inc.<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1:30 PM<\/td>\n1:45 PM<\/td>\nPanel Presentation<\/td>\n
Mr. Bilal Muhammad Khan<\/strong>
\nSocial Sector Economist, Asian Development Bank<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1:45 PM<\/td>\n2:15 PM<\/td>\nPanel Discussion<\/td>\n
Mr. Bilal Muhammad Khan<\/strong>
\nSocial Sector Economist, Asian Development Bank<\/center>
\n
Deputy Dir. Gen. Nelly Dillera<\/strong>
\nDeputy Director General, Technical Education And Skills Development Authority<\/p>\n

Ms. Mishy Co<\/strong>
\nExecutive Director, GoDigital Pilipinas<\/p>\n

Mr. Jo-A Lozano<\/strong>
\nGeneral Manager, Emerson Electric Asia Ltd.<\/p>\n

Moderated by:
\nDr. Richard Abendan<\/strong>
\nChief-of-Party, U.S.-Philippines Partnership for Skills, Innovation, and Lifelong Learning Program<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

2:15 PM<\/td>\n2:30 PM<\/td>\nOpen Forum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2:30 PM<\/td>\n2:35 PM<\/td>\nHealth Break<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Arangkada Lifetime Achievement Awardee<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2:35 PM<\/td>\n2:40 PM<\/td>\nIntroduction of Awardee<\/td>\n
Mr. Julian Payne<\/strong>
\nPresident, Canadian Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2:40 PM<\/td>\n2:50 PM<\/td>\nAcceptance Speech<\/td>\nMr. Alfredo Pascual<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Closing Keynote<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2:50 PM<\/td>\n2:55 PM<\/td>\nIntroduction of Keynote Speaker<\/td>\n
Mr. Paulo Duarte<\/strong>
\nPresident, European Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2:55 PM<\/td>\n3:15 PM<\/td>\nClosing Keynote Speech<\/td>\n
Ambassador Franz-Michael Mellbin<\/strong>
\nDanish Ambassador to the Philippines<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3:15 AM<\/td>\n3:25 AM<\/td>\nSpecial Address<\/td>\n
Cong. Mark O. Go<\/strong> *video recording<\/span><\/em>
\nChairman of the House Committee on Higher and Technical Education, House of Representatives<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3:25 PM<\/td>\n3:30 PM<\/td>\nClosing Ceremony<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

<\/p>\n

Networking and Cocktails<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3:30 PM<\/td>\n5:00 PM<\/td>\nNetworking Session<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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