What Our Attendees Say
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Thank you very much for inviting me to the CPO Summit event. Overall, it was a good experience, and I gained valuable knowledge
Thanyapa Rakkamnerd
Senior Sourcing Manager
International Committee of the Red Cross
Good! Shared current scenarios on threat landscapes and managing threat hunting while protecting against and preventing damaging threats.
Muhamad Azizul Hakim Bin Musa
Senior Manager
Amanah Raya Berhad
From the opening session to the closing remarks, every element reflected a deep understanding of the procurement department’s evolving role, network building, agility, and digital transformation.
Preechaporn Naktoranin
Procurement Head
GlaxoSmithKline Thailand
I like the event. It was informative, and all the input shared by the panelists was useful.
Siti Nor Aishah Gunong
Senior Audit Executive
Credit Guarantee Corporation (CGC) Malaysia Berhad
Kudos to the organizer for curating such a well-structured agenda. Thank you for the invitation!
David Chong Tai Wai
SM, IT Security & IT GRC (Head)
QL Resources Berhad
Brilliant events with extensive expertise and real case studies.
Sofiya Poland
roup Strategic Procurement Director
ALEC
The Philippines’ procurement landscape is undergoing a fundamental reset as organizations seek to build "always-on" resilience in a volatile global market. For CPOs, the challenge is no longer just cost reduction, but navigating supply chain disruptions, managing inflationary pressures, and integrating digital platforms to ensure long-term stability in the nation’s booming digital economy.
Join us at the 3rd Annual CPO Summit Philippines 2026, where we focus on “The Strategic Architect: Transforming Procurement into a Value Engine.” This year’s edition highlights how procurement leaders are moving from functional execution to becoming pivotal drivers of enterprise agility. Sessions will explore the practical application of AI-driven sourcing, supplier risk management, and the evolution of sustainable procurement practices. Gain insights from local industry pioneers through case studies that address the future of procurement leadership in a tech-enabled, value-first era.
Corporate Partners
Collaborating with global industry leaders to drive innovation and sustainable excellence.
Featured Speakers
Meet The Experts

Kristian R. Ablan
Assistant Secretary
Department of Trade and Industry

Ma. Celina Anonuevo
Team Lead (Sustainability and Emerging Assurance)
Deloitte Philippines

Ysabelle Alonzo
Vice President for Professional Development
Philippine Institute of Supply Management
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Atty. Rowena Candice M. Ruiz
Director General
Government Procurement Policy Board - Technical Support Office

Maria Cristina S. De Leon-Sta. Maria
Country Procurement Head
Linde Philippines Inc.

Chris Hampden
Senior Vice President
Proxima

Ariel Faraon
Procurement Director
Go Global Business Services Inc

Daniel Belbis
Vice President, Procurement & Logistics
Newport World Resorts

Atty. Karina Antonette Agcaoili Agudo
CESO III, Director IV of the Administrative Service
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)

Thomas Kruse
Head of Regional Group Services, APAC & Head of Procurement, APAC
DSV

Atty. Renee Rose D. Tirones
Founder and Managing Director / CFO
Finnix Consultancy / Total Philippines Corporation

Jhoana R. Tamayor
Procurement Group Director
Manila Water

Wilfredo Malonzo
Indirect Procurement Manager
Moog Controls Corporation
Corporate Partners
Collaborating with global industry leaders to drive innovation and sustainable excellence.
Featured Speakers
Meet The Experts

Ghada Salah
Chief Human Resources Officer
Albatha Engineering

Aysha Sulaiman
Director of Human Resources and Development
RAKEZ

Vishal Chopra
SVP Marketing
Keka HR
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Pallav Popli
Chief Revenue Officer & Employee Engagement Evangelist
Vantage Circle

Oneida Correa
Senior People & Culture Partner
Emirates NBD

Megan Flynn
Senior Employee Benefits Consultant
Pacific Prime

Josh Jones
GTM Leader - GCC
Blink

Jennifer Barley
Global Vice President & Vice President
Rixos / Ennismore MEAIT

Adeeb Alameri
Group Chief People & Culture Officer
MAIR Group

Samar Elmnhrawy
CHRO / Founder
Red Sea Gateway Terminal / Bridge Gemini

Ron Thomas
Managing Director
Strategy Focused Group

Hani Al Khusaibi
Chief HR & Support Services Officer
Towell Group

Michael Schulz
Group Chief People & Organization Officer
Purehealth

Juma Beljaflah
Chief Human Resources Officer
Union Properties PJSC

Haitham Akl
Executive Director, People & Organization
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City - SSMC
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Hesham Ikhwan
Human Resources Director
Automotive and Retail, Al-Futtaim

Ellen Dubois Du Bellay
Former CHRO
Dubai Holding

Peter Lemperis
Former CHRO
Vanguard Logistics Services

Jameel Asghar
Chief People Officer
VEON Group

Lamisse Muhtaseb
Managing Director - People and Purpose
Deloitte

Fatema Al Afeefi
Chief People & Impact Officer
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Manila Marriott Hotel at Newport World Resorts
The Manila Marriott Hotel is a 5-star luxury property located within the Newport World Resorts complex in Pasay, Philippines, directly across from Terminal 3 of Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

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