Rowena Jane Manalaysay, also known as Weng, is an accomplished HR professional with over 20 years of experience in various roles. Her career spans from being a Senior HR Officer at Leo Burnett Manila to her current role as HR Country Manager at IKEA Philippines Inc. Weng's international training capability is paralleled by her role as a trusted executive coach, mentor, HR business partner, regional training consultant, and talent management strategist. Her career is marked by numerous successes, including streamlining recruitment processes, implementing innovative performance management systems, and enhancing employee engagement programs. In addition, she has been recognized with several awards, such as the PSTD Gawad Maestro Award for Best L&D Program in 2021 and a nomination for the LinkedIn Conscious Business Leadership Awards in 2015.