Melissa Tempongko

Melissa Tempongko

$15/hr
Executive Coaching; Career Coaching; HR Consulting
Reply rate:
-
Availability:
Hourly ($/hour)
Location:
Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Experience:
20 years
Leader in talent management and acquisition with 20+ years’ experience connecting A+ executives, fostering trusted networks, and delivering strategic talent solutions through engagement, mentorship, and global collaboration. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Cluster Consulting Inc.​ ​ Co-Founder​​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Jun 2021 - Present ●​ Strategic Leadership & Growth ○​ Co-founded Cluster, a tech-enabled executive search platform powered by a vetted network of A+ executives who refer top talent. ○​ Set the vision and growth strategy for building a high-quality, referral-driven talent pipeline. ○​ Drive business development initiatives to expand Cluster’s influence in key industries. ●​ Network Building & Engagement ○​ Curate and grow a vetted community of senior executives through targeted outreach and relationship management. ○​ Design and implement engagement strategies—including events, communications, and incentives—to encourage active referrals. ○​ Foster trust and long-term relationships with members, ensuring alignment between their referrals and client needs. ●​ Client & Candidate Alignment ○​ Partner with clients to understand hiring priorities and ensure referred candidates meet cultural and role requirements. ○​ Collaborate with the operations team to match and endorse candidates to client opportunities. ●​ Brand & Community Advocacy ○​ Represent Cluster at industry events, conferences, and networking forums to strengthen brand presence and credibility. ●​ Operational Collaboration​ ○​ Work closely with the CEO and leadership team to track referral performance, analyze engagement data, and refine processes. ○​ Contribute to product and platform enhancements that improve member experience and referral efficiency.​ InnerView Consultancy Services Intl.​ ​ Client Care Officer ​ ​ ​ ​ Senior HA Consultant​ ​ ​ ​ HA Consultant ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ January 2021 - Jun 2021 March 2021 - Jun 2021 ●​ Accredited Harrison Assessments Coach and Debriefer ●​ Enable individuals to gain valuable insights during coaching and debriefing sessions to unlock hidden potential, key motivators, strengths and developmental areas after completing Harrison Assessment Talent Solutions Smart Questionnaire. ●​ Conducts Training Needs Analysis to understand talent and organization needs. ●​ Analyze Harrison Data to help companies understand critical Growth Areas and improved productivity to support culture building. ●​ Support clients in all areas related to Harrison Assessments ●​ Support Master Trainer during Harrison Assessments Level 1 and 2 Accreditation Programs in conducting workshops and providing participants with feedback during training sessions. HARRISON PROJECTS ●​ Rolled out Harrison Program for Talent Development and Coaching for Mancom and Clinic Managers for a Hospital/ Healthcare Industry. ●​ Conducted Harrison Group Sessions for Culture Building, Talent Development and gathering baseline data to understand behaviors that support and/or hinder growth. ●​ Coaching Sessions for Top Executives of Multinational and large local conglomerates. ●​ Analyzed Leadership Dynamics and co-facilitated Paradox Management workshops across multi-industry companies and clients Executive Search Consultant | AMROP| May 2013 - May 2016 ●​ Develop comprehensive search strategies by understanding client requirements, candidate profiles, company culture, and business objectives. ●​ Apply a context-driven approach to assess, evaluate, and shortlist executive talent aligned with client search requirements. ●​ Provide clients with bi-monthly talent mapping updates, offering progress reports and a macro perspective on the talent market. ●​ Maintain ongoing candidate communication, ensuring they are informed and engaged throughout the search process. ●​ Leverage an extensive cross-industry and cross-functional executive network to source top talent. ●​ Skilled in candidate and client negotiations to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. ●​ Collaborate with candidates to prepare detailed Compensation & Benefits analyses in relation to client job offers. ●​ Oversee the end-to-end search process, including post-hire consultation and integration support. ●​ Generate new business leads through proactive networking, referrals, and targeted client outreach. ●​ Champion ethical practices and integrity in all aspects of executive search.​ Global RAC Lead | AMROP | January 2012 – Dec 2013 (Concurrent role to Research Manager for Amrop Phils.) ●​ Invited by the Amrop Secretariat Office to lead the Global Research & Associate Committee (RAC). ●​ Partnered with the Amrop Knowledge Manager in Athens to design a mentoring program for Research and Associate hires, promoting Amrop best practices. ●​ Successfully launched and implemented the Research Exchange Forum (REF)—a multi-country mentoring initiative for Amrop Researchers and Associates across Asia Pacific, the Americas, and EMEA. ●​ Assembled and managed a global team of three Associates/Consultants (two based in Europe, one in South America). ●​ Led the team in delivering the REF program through webinars, teleconferences, and Skype conferences.​ Research Manager(Head of Research)| AMROP | January 2006 – Dec 2013 ●​ Managed and mentored a multidisciplinary team comprising an Associate Consultant, Senior Research Associate, IT/Databank Encoder, and Research Assistant. ●​ Provided Partners and Consultants with initial talent mapping and market insights to support client searches. ●​ Actively participated in client meetings to understand company vision, business targets, and culture—building a strong foundation for search requirements. ●​ Led the development of research strategies for talent mapping, ensuring alignment with client needs. ●​ Oversaw the sourcing and end-to-end search process, from identification and evaluation of candidates to shortlisting and presentation.​ Assistant Research Manager| AMROP | 2004 – 2006 Senior Research Associate| AMROP | 2003 – 2004 Research Associate| AMROP | 2001 – 2003 AMROP PROJECTS ●​ Part of the Research team who developed and documented Amrop (RP) Total Research Process. This provided the organization with a step-by-step process on Executive Search Processes. It was presented by the Research Manager in the Global Research Conference, Australia (2002) ●​ Part of the Research Team and Databank Administrator who developed an in-house Talent Databank. (2003) ●​ Launched Birthday and Placement Anniversary greeting project to keep in touch with candidates and keep Amrop top-of-mind. (2004) ●​ Standardized Candidate Interview Feedback Forms and Candidate Placed Forms to ensure data accuracy and consistency in data gathering. (2004) ●​ Project Manager for development of PAESPI Website. Launched in 2012. AMROP CAMPUS SESSIONS Global RAC Lead & International Delegate – Amrop ●​ Royal Olympic Hotel, Athens, Greece (October 2013) ○​ Served as Global Research & Associate Committee (RAC) Lead. ○​ Delivered updates on the Research Exchange Forum during Amrop Internal Sessions. ○​ Completed professional development sessions with Knightsbridge Human Capital Solutions on Professional Agility and Business Development, Adding Value & Building Credibility with Partners and Clients, and Building Your Personal Brand. ○​ Participated in Amrop’s New Brand Positioning Workshop.​ ●​ Rome, Italy (October 2012) ○​ Served as Global RAC Lead and presented the Research Exchange Forum in Amrop Internal Sessions. ○​ Attended Context Driven Executive Search training.​ ●​ Pestana Palace, Lisbon, Portugal (October 2008) ○​ Philippine Delegate for Amrop Internal Sessions. ○​ Completed Effective Working Practices training with People Dimension International.​ ●​ Magdalen College, Oxford, UK (July 2007) ○​ Philippine Delegate for Amrop Best Practice Group Sessions. ○​ Participated in The Mind Gym workshops: Influence and Persuade and Creativity for Logical Thinkers. Recruitment Assistant| ROBERTSON STEPHENS, San Francisco, CA | 2000 – 2001 EDUCATION & COACHING ACCREDITATIONS AB Interdisciplinary Studies | 1998 | ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY (Ateneo Lady Eagle (Basketball Team and Captain), 1995 – 1999) Harrison Assessments Certified: Debriefing and Coaching Harrison Assessments Certified: Employee Development Harrison Assessments Certified: Recruitment MODERATOR/ EVENT HOST WORK/SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) – Sports Law 101 Seminar​ Meralco Mini Theater, Pasig – November 25, 2018 ●​ Served as host and commentator for the Q&A segment. ●​ Moderated panel discussion with Atty. Enrico Pedro Ingles, Atty. Michael “Mickey” Ingles, and NOC General Counsel Alberto Agra. Philippine Conference on New Evangelization (PCNE 5)​ Cuneta Astrodome – July 20, 2018 | Organized by Jesuit Communications for the Archdiocese of Manila ●​ EMCEE / Co-host for two 45-minute concert segments. ●​ Introduced music artists and various ministries performing for an audience of 6,000. Motivational Talk & Fashion Workshop – “Modest Matters”​ May 2017 – Castillo Laman Tan Panteleon & San Jose Law Offices ●​ Delivered an inspirational talk and facilitated a workshop on modesty for young professionals and corporate executives. VOLUNTEER WORK June 2022 – Present VOLUNTEER MENTOR, PATHWAYS TO HIGHER EDUCATION ●​ Mentor and guide university scholars, creating a safe and supportive space to listen, share experiences, and help them navigate higher education and real-life challenges. ●​ Facilitate guided mentoring sessions focused on Jesuit spirituality, fostering values-based decision-making, reflection, and personal growth. ●​ Conduct one-on-one and group mentoring to develop leadership skills, self-awareness, and professional readiness. ●​ Share real-world insights and experiences to inspire perseverance, integrity, and a strong work ethic. ●​ Support program activities and workshops aimed at enhancing scholars’ academic performance, life skills, and sense of purpose. June 2016 – 2020 VOLUNTEER, CRIBS NEW BEGINNINGS PROGRAM ●​ Impart motivational talks to girls of Cribs New Beginning Program (ages 7-17) ●​ Lead praise and worship sessions, teaching basic piano skills to encourage creativity, emotional development, and positive change. ●​ Co-developed and facilitated a 2-day youth camp retreat for 28 teenage girls (April 2017), focusing on team building, faith-based activities, and life skills development.
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