Financial Literacy Programs For Sysgen RPO Employees

by | Nov 15, 2018 | Press Release

During this time of volatile economic climate, the need to be financially smart is even greater than it was before. But the financial literacy level of your average Filipino is still alarmingly low. Filipino adults can only answer 3 out of 7 basic financial literacy-related questions, according to Central Bank of the Philippines.

In Sysgen, we want to change this situation one employee at a time. We aim to make our employees capable of making responsible financial decisions in all areas of their lives.

Hence, we conducted a series of financial literacy seminars to educate all our employees on basic financial concepts like salary loan, to develop their confidence in planning their financial future, and to give them the ability to respond to unexpected life events such as economic disruptions, death in the family and loss of jobs.

On September 14, we invited Patrick Jerome Ngo of Sunlife to discuss the current economic situation of the Philippines and on how to beat the rising inflation rate. He touched on topics such as the importance of having a life insurance and where we should be investing our money aside from investing it in a bank.

The activity was highly successful and our team members went home with a lot of takeaways from the activity. “I had learned from the seminar that It is very essential to invest our money to the right place. It made absolute sense to me how to manage our money wisely and that through this, I would not be the only one who will get the benefits but also my family.,” Judy Ann Valencia, one of Sysgen’s recruiters says.

Seeing as how educational the seminars are for the employees, we invited another representative from a life insurance company on September 20.

Jobert Martin, assistant manager and Jester Prudence of PruLife UK, discussed the importance of having a life insurance, its benefits and how it can help your family in the future. Just like the representative from Sunlife, Jober Martin also gave tips on how to beat the current inflation rate and its effect on the people.

Lastly, we invited Shani Angeles and Sarah Cabalida of Asia United Bank to talk about salary loan. The two representatives defined what a salary loan is, how it is different from other kinds of loans, when to get it and how to use it properly. They also introduced the Asia United Bank credit card to Sysgen employees.

At the end of the seminar, Marvin Mandal, a Sysgen recruiter, says that, as an individual, it is not enough to have saving accounts to secure yourself. Make the most of your money and not let them sleep in the bank.” He found the speakers to be very informative and targeted.

While Judy Ann Valencia, a Sysgen recruiter says that,  “Overall, the seminar did a great job of providing actionable concepts and practicality in life especially to those who are interested in improving their finances. Anyone and everyone can benefit from the seminars and have given everyone the tools to help grow our finances.”

Financial literacy is not an individual affair. By financially educating our employees, they can pass on their knowledge to their family members. They can plan when to retire, how much income they have to make to continue with the kind of lifestyle they are leading, and what steps they are supposed to be taking to make their ideal financial goals possible.

 

Sources

Lucas, D. (2018). Many Filipinos seen still ‘financially illiterate’. [online] Business.inquirer.net. Available at: https://business.inquirer.net/251498/many-filipinos-seen-still-financially-illiterate [Accessed 18 Oct. 2018].

Jo Rebustillo

LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Jo started her recruitment career in 2007. Since then, she has worked with several RPO and BPO companies in different capacities. She has worked as a Recruiter covering requisitions in US, AU, EU and APAC handling volume, non-IT and IT. She has led several teams as a Recruitment Manager, Account Manager, Service Delivery and Business Development. She has also led teams in different industries such as Media and Advertising, IT, Outsourcing, BPO, Manufacturing, Military, Healthcare and Sciences. She has built teams based on their strengths and developed leaders with strong ethical values as well as aiming to beat the average. She strongly believes in integrity, strive for growth, persistence and kindness as hallmarks of a successful person and company.

Nikita Magpantay

CLIENT RELATIONS MANAGER

Niki is a dynamic human resource professional with a focus on talent acquisition and HR business partnership, bringing her extensive expertise gained over 6 years. She is a versatile Recruiter specializing in diverse sectors including technical, banking and finance, logistics, sales, healthcare, and volume hiring. Niki, as an experienced HR Business Partner has proven success in aligning HR initiatives with business objectives, contributing to organizational growth. She seeks to foster positive employee relations and implementing effective engagement initiatives and business strategies while ensuring adherence to labor policies. Adept at combining a friendly demeanor with a dedicated result-oriented approach helps her bring a unique blend of empathy and strategic acumen to the workplace.

Intejar “Ram” Julkiram

CLIENT RELATIONS MANAGER

With 9 years of background in RPO, Ram is adept at managing and optimizing the recruitment process for clients, ensuring a seamless and efficient experience. His skills include a deep understanding of both the IT and non-IT industries, enabling him to provide tailored recruitment solutions for the team.

Shara Jane Bonifacio

CLIENT RELATIONS MANAGER

Shara Bonifacio boasts a rich and diverse career spanning more than 10 years within various industries in recruitment. As a highly skilled and effective communicator adept at engaging with people across multiple platforms, her passion lies in building lasting relationships. She excels not only in connecting with candidates but also in fostering strong ties with clients and stakeholders.

Throughout her career in industries such as Financial Services, Insurance Brokerage, Information Technology, Pharmaceutical, and Healthcare, Shara has showcased her results-driven mindset. Her penchant for challenges motivates her to continuously strive for excellence and growth.

Shara's leadership experience is a testament to her ability to guide and inspire teams, ensuring collective success and achieving organizational goals.

Evangeline “Gigi” Tilaon

CLIENT RELATIONS MANAGER

Gigi, an inspiring leader, possesses nearly 5 years of expertise in the art of Talent Acquisition and boasts a distinguished 15-year legacy of visionary leadership. She is renowned for her unwavering dependability and boundless supportiveness, qualities that radiate through every endeavor she undertakes. Gigi's leadership style is characterized by remarkable transparency and hands-on engagement, underlined by a profound trust in her team's exceptional talents. She confronts challenges with fearless determination, inspiring her team to achieve greatness. As a passionate outdoor enthusiast and a nurturing fur parent, Gigi advocates for a work-life equilibrium with extraordinary grace and enthusiasm.

Randy Owen Roman

CLIENT RELATIONS MANAGER

Randy brings extensive experience in the recruitment industry, spanning over 5 years. During his tenure, he has successfully managed a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, including IT, Financial, Retail, Light Industrial, BPO, Market Intelligence, and Healthcare. Randy is passionate about the outdoors and finds joy in activities like hiking and exploring nature. Equally, he appreciates the arts, indulging in music, movies, and series. As a leader, Randy exemplifies fairness and empowerment, consistently guiding and inspiring his team to surpass expectations.

Avielle Bernardino

CLIENT RELATIONS MANAGER

Avielle, with 7 years of Healthcare Recruitment, is not just a leader. She is a mentor and an architect of streamlined offshore program planning. She has an innate ability to optimize processes, ensuring they align seamlessly with our clients' and program-defined standards. She empowers her peers, nurturing exceptional performance and maintaining a high level of service quality. This dedication to efficiency has set a new benchmark within our organization. She actively participates in strategic planning initiatives, driving a culture of continuous improvement. This proactive approach ensures we stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

Kris Florblanco

CLIENT RELATIONS MANAGER

Kris, with over six years in IT Recruitment and three years of team leadership, is known for dependability and supportiveness. Transparent and hands-on, she places trust in her team. An outdoor enthusiast, Kris faces challenges head-on to keep her team up and running.

Grace Marasigan

CLIENT RELATIONSHIP MANAGER

Grace, an empowering leader with six years in Talent Acquisition, is passionate about innovation and improvement. Balancing work quality and agility across various industries, her compassionate approach extends to her personal life as a committed vegan.

Ly Poticar

MANAGING DIRECTOR - OFFSHORE STAFFING

Ly brings 2 decades of expertise in the Recruitment and Staffing industry, covering various business verticals in both local and global recruitment. He has successfully led growth projects for SMBs and offshore expansion initiatives for Shared Services and other global enterprises. He seeks to continuously evolve his recruitment practices and client partnership agenda to provide innovative solutions and be a step ahead of the market trends. Ly has recruitment experience in the talent market for the following majors, as well as emerging industries: Tech – hardware/software/mobile/consulting/Web3, Online Gaming & Media, Digital Marketing, Finance – corporate/banking and fintech, Construction & Engineering, Energy, BPO, Manufacturing & Logistics.

Lara Belo

MANAGING DIRECTOR - ONSHORE RPO

Lara brings a decade of invaluable experience in the field of IT recruitment, catering to diverse and niche IT roles. With adeptness in team management, she has led successful recruitment teams. She guides her team in effectively sourcing, tailoring recruitment strategies, and connecting top-tier IT professionals with optimal career opportunities nationwide.

Her extensive background in business development and client relations has not only led to the acquisition of new accounts that have expanded over time but also positioned her as a trusted partner for numerous clients.

Ezalyn Caberto

MANAGING DIRECTOR - OFFSHORE RPO

Eza is an accomplished RPO leader. She has a proven experience in building and leading high-performance recruitment teams.

Eza is also experienced and active in offshore RPO's management, recruiting, and consulting aspects. She has implemented several successful offshore recruiting accounts that have grown over time.

Eza is also a successful mentor who has produced budding leaders in her field. As a mentor, she has a strong focus on supporting emerging millennial team players.

Candy Poblete

HR MANAGER

Candy has been an HR Practitioner for 10 years. Her extensive experience in managing end-to-end HR facets came from various industries. She’s a champion in handling employee relations and labor relations. As a strategic thinker, she is adept at aligning HR policies and practices with the company’s goals and objectives, safeguarding the organization from legal complications, and providing employees with a secure and fair environment.

Anna Katrina Roa

VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING

Katrina, a De La Salle University graduate with a BSC in Accounting, plays a vital role in maintaining the company's financial health. She generates reports, manages budgets, and oversees the accounting department.

With over two (2) decades of experience in the recruitment industry, she is well-versed in its financial dynamics. Her expertise allows her to adeptly address the unique financial needs of recruitment businesses, making her an invaluable asset to the organization.

Jimmy P. Roa

CEO AND CHIEF RECRUITMENT OFFICER

Jimmy is a business executive in the field of BPO, RPO, IT Staffing, Technical Recruiting, Virtual Recruiting, Remote Staffing, and CAD Outsourcing. Having been involved in these industries for the past 30 years, Jimmy knows what works and what doesn’t. Aside from being the CEO of Sysgen RPO, he is also CEO of Sysgen – an IT Staffing firm which he founded in 1991.

Keen to working with clients who are willing to practice the “One-team Concept”, Jimmy has been mainly responsible in growing the Sysgen Group to what it is now.

He believes that clients are partners and that a true alliance is essential in achieving overall goals of cost savings and process improvement.