Makati City, Philippines — The European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines will hold the 2026 Future of Work Forum on 6 August 2026 at Dusit Thani Manila. Themed "People, Policy, and Progress: Advancing Workforce Excellence in the Era of Artificial Intelligence,” this year's forum will explore how AI, leadership transformation, workforce policies, and talent development intersect to shape the next chapter of work in the Philippines.
Through strategic discussions and collaborative dialogue, the event aims to promote stronger public–private partnerships, strengthen responsive workforce policies, and champion innovations in leadership and talent development—ultimately fostering a future-ready, inclusive, and resilient Filipino workforce.
Bringing together leaders from across industry, the 2026 Future of Work Forum will also feature insights from Dr. Marco Gemmer, Head of Cooperation at the Delegation of the European Union in the Philippines; Mr. Christophe Bahuet, Country Representative at United Nations Development Programme (UNDP); Mr. Khalid Hassan, Country Director of International Labour Organization; DDG Galo B. Glino III, Deputy Director General of Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA); Atty. Hernan G. Nicdao, Commissioner at National Labor Relations Commission; and Mr. Sherwin Pelayo, Executive Director of Analytics & Artificial Intelligence Association of the Philippines.
Complementing these discussions is a distinguished panel of experts, including Mr. Charles Plumley, General Manager at Great Place to Work® Philippines; Mr. Toff Rada, Head of Corporate Affairs at Maya Philippines, Inc.; Mr. Gene A. Gañgan, Chief Operating Officer at ZMG Ward Howell; Ms. Celeste Ilagan, Chief Operating Officer at IT & Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP); and Rowena “Weng” Bravo-Natividad, CPA, CFC, CRA, Country Manager at International Workplace Group (IWG).
The ECCP’s 2026 Future of Work Forum is supported by Embassy Partner: Embassy of Finland in Manila; Industry Partner: Analytics & Artificial Intelligence Association of the Philippines (AAP); Advocacy Leads: Great Place to Work® Philippines and Maya Philippines, Inc.; Advocacy Partner: ZMG Ward Howell; Advocacy Supporter: Regus Management Philippines, Inc.; and Media Partners: iMPACT and The Manila Times.
Serving the European-Philippine business community since 1978, the ECCP remains committed to enabling cross-sector collaboration, promoting economic growth, and championing a sustainable future. For inquiries or further information, you may contact us directly or connect with us through our official social media channels.