Philippine Society for Talent Development Makes History with Launch of ‘The Talent Journey Playbook’ alongside Global Icon Dr. William J. Rothwell
MANILA, PHILIPPINES — The Philippine Society for Talent Development (PSTD) has officially marked a major milestone in the country’s human capital sector with the launch of its first-ever published book, The Talent Journey Playbook.
The historic launch took place on June 11, 2026, at the Discovery Suites in Ortigas Center, gathering over a hundred human resources leaders, learning and development (L&D) practitioners, and people managers from across the private sector, government, and academe.
To celebrate the release, PSTD hosted an exclusive masterclass and media launch featuring world-renowned talent development authority, Dr. William J. Rothwell. Dr. Rothwell led an intimate learning session, sharing cutting-edge global strategies and a practical roadmap designed to help Filipino leaders navigate complex organizational transformations and elevate workforce capabilities.
The afternoon concluded with an exclusive book signing session, where attendees engaged directly with Dr. Rothwell and the powerhouse team of co-authors who collaborated on the definitive guide.
The Talent Journey Playbook brings together collective decades of local and international expertise, co-authored by a distinguished roster of industry leaders, practitioners, and academics:
Rex Jayson Tuozo
Rowell Vitor Mariano
William J. Rothwell
Jemai Duque
Farhan Sadique
Aileen Zaballero
Marby B. Tabungar
Arthur Luis P. Florentin
Fe Marie R. Cabantac
Rommel Breccio J. Ancheta
Serafin D. Talisayon
Eduardo Q. Canela
Maria Romina Gemini Brion Zabala
Darwin B. Rivers
Kevin Ross D. Nera
John Reily D. Baluyot
Maribel Francisco-Aglipay
Fiona Villanueva Suarez
Michael Perpetuo M. Mariano
Louie John M. Banta
"This book is a strategic tool designed by practitioners, for practitioners, to shape the future of talent sustainability in the Philippines," Lawrence Co, 2026 PSTD President.
For professionals and organizations looking to align their workforce with global excellence, copies of The Talent Journey Playbook will soon be available for public distribution. For order inquiries and membership benefits, visit the official PSTD website at pstd.org.
About PSTD
The Philippine Society for Talent Development (PSTD) is the premier organization setting the pace for talent development in the country. With 60 years of pioneering excellence in the Philippine L&D landscape, PSTD continues to provide strategic solutions and globally competitive frameworks designed to drive measurable organizational results and contribute to nation-building.
