Playworks Philippines

Team Building Facilitator Roster

Meet the experienced facilitators behind our engaging, high-energy, and meaningful team building experiences.

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Nikki Aquila

Nikki AGuila

Co-Founder, Facilitator & Program Designer

Nikki is a co-founder of Playworks Philippines Inc., facilitator, and program designer. She helps individuals and teams recognize their natural talents and turn them into purposeful action and meaningful results.

Her Top 5 CliftonStrengths are Strategic, Competition, Achiever, Individualization, and Significance, shaping a coaching approach that combines clear direction, high aspirations, and personal understanding.

Her approach is grounded in experience across corporate sales, entrepreneurship, and team development. Through Playworks, she has organized hundreds of team building programs and group learning events for some of the Philippines' largest companies.

Her earlier work at Fujitsu involved selling multimillion-peso projects to clients including PLDT and Smart Communications, giving her firsthand understanding of ambitious targets, business relationships, and performance.

Education & Certifications

De La Salle University · BS Electronics & Communications Engineering

Gallup · CliftonStrengths

CliftonStrengths Strategic Thinking Entrepreneurship Facilitation Program Design Team Development Sales
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Raymond Villanueva

Raymond Villanueva

Lead Facilitator

Raymond has extensive experience in managing large-scale event organization for local and international companies.

He has managed events for up to 6,000 attendees, including HP, Lenovo, Toyota China and Japan, Tupperware, Roche, and Herbalife.

Mr. Raymond has over 14 years of working in the hospitality industry in Manila and abroad. His experience in large-scale operations includes opening The Venetian Macao and Sheraton Hotel Central, overseeing 500+ people in his team.

He also opened and managed the prestigious Shangri-La at the Fort in Bonifacio Global City.

Education

AB Social Science, Ateneo de Manila University

Event Management Hospitality Leadership Operations
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Pat Romano

Pat Romano, RPm, MAED GC

Facilitator

Pat specializes in character development, mindfulness, and self-awareness.

He is an experienced Guidance Advocate with focus on team buildings, leadership, mental health, and resiliency.

Mr. Patrick holds a License in Psychometrics with BS Major in Psychology at Letran Manila and MAED in Guidance and Counseling at St. Paul University Manila.

Education

BS Psychology · MAED Guidance & Counseling

Character Development Mindfulness Leadership Resiliency
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Rix Hernandez

Rix Hernandez

Facilitator & Marketing Manager

Rix Hernandez has over 12 years of experience as a Breakthrough Transformation Life Coach and wellness consultant.

In the corporate world, she is a Team Building Facilitator, Genos International Certified Emotional Intelligence Trainer, Keynote Speaker, and DISC Certified Trainer.

Aside from her marketing skills, she helps companies create not just happier employees, but also transformed minds with a refreshed sense of purpose and clarity.

She combines playfulness with the processing of important company values through deep, engaging conversations, creating team building experiences that encourage both connection and meaningful reflection.

She has facilitated virtual and face-to-face team-building events for over 200 corporate companies to date.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communications, University of the Philippines Diliman

Life Coaching Emotional Intelligence Team Building DISC Training Wellness Marketing
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John Alvin Jiao

John Alvin Jiao

Facilitator & HR

John Alvin Jiao is skilled in Learning Engagement and Development Processes, Training Needs Analysis, and Organizational Development.

He is an experienced Human Resources Trainer and Recruiter with expertise in developing people and strengthening workplace capabilities.

Alvin is a specialist in inspirational team building, able to resolve organizational conflicts and revitalize a team's confidence.

Through engaging and purpose-driven activities, he helps teams improve collaboration, build trust, and develop stronger workplace relationships.

Education

BA Major in Psychology Arts, De La Salle University Dasmariñas

Human Resources Training Organizational Development Team Building Recruitment Leadership
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JJ Calimlim

JJ Calimlim

Facilitator & Operations Manager

JJ is a quick-witted thinker who knows how to invigorate a crowd. Her fun and interactive team building style focuses on realizing a large team's full potential while making sure the company's objectives are met.

She is a customer service and communications industry veteran with sharp organizational skills and a strong ability to train groups from a variety of backgrounds.

JJ has experience in hosting events, online content, webinars, and team buildings as part of the new norm.

Her engaging approach allows her to connect with different audiences while creating energetic and purposeful team building experiences.

Education

St. Paul University Manila · BA in Communications Arts

Operations Communications Customer Service Event Hosting Team Building Training
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Christian Ian Ocampo

Christian Ian Ocampo

Facilitator

Christian Ian Ocampo is a skilled speaker, trainer, facilitator, and host with a passion for helping companies grow their teams and improve team dynamics.

His guidance toward creating a positive and honest culture in the workplace has helped build trust and collaboration in the companies he has worked with.

He has extensive experience in managing large-scale event organization for local and international companies with up to 1,000 attendees.

Ian has 10 years of experience as a host and trainer for multinational companies and has also done voiceovers for various companies around the Philippines.

With his background in hosting, training, and facilitation, Ian brings strong communication skills and engaging energy to every team building experience.

Education

BS Information Technology, De La Salle University Dasmariñas

Theatre Arts Scholar

Facilitation Training Event Hosting Public Speaking Voiceover Team Building
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Martin Veneracion

Martin Veneracion

Facilitator

Martin Veneracion is a motivated and dynamic professional with over 5 years of experience in training, consultancy, and team building facilitation.

Highly sociable and driven, Martin has a passion for traveling, networking, sports, and lifelong learning. He possesses excellent social and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to connect with diverse teams and clients.

He is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations achieve growth and success through strategic training and team building initiatives.

His experience in training, consultancy, and facilitation allows him to create engaging experiences that encourage collaboration, learning, and meaningful connections within teams.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Major in Business Management

De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde

Training Consultancy Team Building Business Management Networking Leadership
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Lace Celestino

Lace Celestino

Facilitator

Lace Celestino brings over a decade of experience in Human Resources, with specialized expertise in Learning and Development and HR Systems.

She facilitates impactful and engaging team building programs that foster collaboration and elevate workplace culture.

As a trusted host for corporate events, weddings, and brand launches, Lace is known for her energy, elegance, and ability to connect with diverse audiences.

Backed by a strong academic foundation and hands-on experience, she delivers programs that not only entertain but also empower and drive meaningful results.

Lace brings together her HR expertise, facilitation skills, and hosting experience to create memorable and purposeful experiences for every audience.

Education

Cum Laude, AB Behavioral Sciences

University of Santo Tomas

Human Resources Learning & Development HR Systems Team Building Event Hosting Workplace Culture
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Gilbert Lavides

Gilbert Lavides

Facilitator

Gilbert Lavides is a crowd energy booster able to conduct highly stimulating team building programs no matter the crowd size.

Mr. Gilbert has nearly a decade of industry experience planning, managing, and conducting major companywide events for large multinational companies, including Cypress Manufacturing and Intel.

His extensive experience in event planning and execution allows him to confidently manage large groups while maintaining high energy, engagement, and participation throughout the program.

As a facilitator, Gilbert brings a dynamic and energetic approach to team building, helping create memorable experiences that encourage collaboration and team connection.

Education

BS in Industrial Engineering

Mapua Institute of Technology

Facilitation Event Management Team Building Crowd Engagement Event Planning Leadership

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