April Salonga is a distinguished graduate with honors from St. Paul College Manila, where she earned her B.S. in Psychology. Her passion for Human Resources (HR) led April Salonga to a rewarding career focused on empowering organizations and individuals to achieve peak performance through innovative training programs, results-based action learning projects, and breakthrough coaching and mentoring.
Her journey in HR began at ExeQserve Corporation, a renowned consulting firm, where she gained invaluable expertise in various HR aspects, including Recruitment, Training, and Organization Development. Seeking to broaden her horizons, she joined the prestigious Institute of Training and Development (ITD World), a global leader in talent development. Here, she had the privilege to work alongside world-renowned authors, success coaches, and gurus such as Jack Canfield, John Maxwell, Tony Buzan, Brian Tracy, Scott Friedman, Debra Fine, Thomas Crane, and Robert Tucker, among many others.
Active engagement in professional associations further highlights April’s commitment to excellence. She is an esteemed member of the Philippine Society for Training and Development (PSTD) and served as an assessor for the prestigious Gawad Maestro Awards in 2016. Additionally, she contributes her expertise as a committee member for International Relations and a contributing writer for the People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP) Magazine and PSTD Magazine. Her dedication extends to international platforms as well, through active participation in the Asian Regional Training and Development Organization (ARTDO) and her attendance at the World Conference for Leadership in Cairo, Egypt, in 2015.
April’s pursuit of continuous improvement is evident in her life-long learning journey. She joined Toastmasters International in 2009 to enhance her communication and leadership skills, eventually becoming a Champion Speaker in the International Prepared Speech Category. She also undertook studies in Marketing at the Ateneo de Manila Graduate School of Business and obtained professional certifications from ITD, including Certified Training Professional (CTP), Certified Sales Professional (CSP), and Certified Coaching and Mentoring Professional (CCMP). As a testament to her expertise, she was selected as a facilitator for the Certified Sales Professional (CSP) program for one of ITD’s key clients. Furthermore, she had the privilege of being mentored by HR-OD Mega Guru, Dr. William J. Rothwell, and earned multiple certificates from Pennsylvania State University in Change Management, Organizational Development, Talent Retention, Appreciate Inquiry, and HRD.
April’s influence extends beyond the corporate world, as she has been invited to share her insights on various media platforms. She has graced several TV appearances as a resource person discussing topics like professional image, personal effectiveness, and productivity. She has also been a speaker at prestigious events such as the Manila Bulletin Job Expo Fair and the Inquirer Career Expo, where she discussed essential tips for job seekers. Her impact is not limited to local events; she was a resource speaker on leadership at the Rotaract Youth Leaders’ Summit, attended by over 450 youth leaders from across the Philippines. Moreover, she was selected as a speaker at a National Sales Rally, where she shared her expertise on “Redefining Customer Experience” with more than 200 sales representatives from all corners of the country.
In summary, April Salonga is a remarkable HR professional and a passionate life-long learner, making a profound impact in the field of talent development and leadership. Her commitment to excellence, continuous improvement, and exceptional communication skills have garnered her recognition and respect in both local and international arenas.
