Message from the 2026 President
To our members and partners in the talent development practice – Happy New Year 2026!
We are coming off our diamond anniversary – 60 years of serving the nation by providing a community for the professionals that manage the growth and development of our workforce.
This 2026, we will dream once more and start planting the seeds for the next six decades of our society. While the task might sound daunting, we need not look far to see where the country needs us most.
Anchored in our Philippine Talent Development Framework (TDF), we have a critical role to play in the Talent Journey of every Filipino to build a stronger nation - mula Pagmulat (Discovery of one’s talents), Paglinang-Paghusay (Development of one’s talents towards mastery), Paglaya (Readiness to practice one’s mastery of talents), hanggang Pagtagumpay (Full realization and actualization of talent mastery).
This work ahead of us necessitates transformation as a society – one of which is the adoption of a more inclusive definition of “who” is a Talent Developer. It is no longer just the Learning & Development professional – but also the teachers/educators, the line managers, the private industry executives, and the public sector leaders.
We have embraced this as early as 2018, when we changed our name from the Philippine Society for Training and Development to the current one – the Philippine Society for Talent Development.
2026 will be a year to plant more seeds to help us realize that mandate: The year to expand our membership base beyond L&D, to forge new and longer-term partnerships at the national and regional levels, to build more Junior PSTD organizations at Higher Education Institutions, and more importantly – to equip and strengthen our Regional Chapters.
Together, let’s dream of a Philippines where Filipino talent is realized to its full potential.
Let’s make 2026 the year we kick it up to higher gear.
Manigong bagong taon sa ating lahat!
Lagi’t-laging para sa bayan – sa talento ng mga lider, kawani, at manggagawang Pilipino,
Lawrence Co
2026 President
Philippine Society for Talent Development
Grand Tipanan: The First Must-Attend Networking Event of the Year
There is no substitute for the network you build at PSTD. The Grand Tipanan is our annual New Year kick-off—an exclusive opportunity to connect with peers, industry leaders, and PSTD Board Members in a high-value, relaxed setting.
Elevate Your Network: Meet the movers and shakers shaping Philippine L&D.
Access Insights: Get informal, insider perspectives on 2026 trends.
Open to all talent developers, with exclusive discounted rates for our PSTD members.
2026 PSTD 51st National Convention
Be part of the biggest gathering of talent development professionals at the 2026 PSTD 51st National Convention. Learn from industry leaders, gain practical insights you can apply immediately, and build powerful connections with peers shaping the future of learning and performance in the Philippines. This is the must-attend event of the year for anyone serious about elevating their impact in talent development.
Sign up now and enjoy our Super Early Bird Discounted Rate!
Your 2026 Certification Pathway
Master the Essentials: The Foundational Roadmap
Are you new to talent development or Learning & Development, or seeking a globally recognized credential to validate your experience? The PSTD Certification Programs are the definitive standard in the Philippines.
We recommend starting your journey with:
Training Fundamentals Program
The Outcome: This course grounds you in the core principles of the training cycle, ensuring you understand the why and how behind effective learning interventions. Master the necessary vocabulary and methods to succeed in any L&D environment.
Enrollment for the first 2026 batch is now open. Don't miss your foundational step.
Why PSTD Membership is Your Best Investment:
By joining the Philippines' leading talent development organization, you gain access to a powerful network and secure significant annual savings.
PSTD Members save an average of 15% to 20% on all Certification Programs and major events.
