Institute Fellow

Rey is a digital and culture transformation thought & action leader, a sought-after public speaker, and an accomplished educator, author, business columnist, and innovation coach.
He is the CEO of Hungry Workhorse, a digital and culture transformation consulting firm. He has engaged with several companies and organizations on digital transformation and innovation, helping them in strategy, execution, and culture change management.

He is also the chairman, independent director, co-founder, and adviser of several startup and tech companies. He previously held senior executive roles in Microsoft, Samsung, Globe Telecom, Emerson, and IBM.

He is the Country Representative of the Institute of Change and Transformation Professionals Asia (ICTPA), a premier regional organization on change and business transformation. He is also the Chairman of ICT Committee of the Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines (FINEX) and Vice Chairman of ICT Committee of the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP).

Rey is Professorial Lecturer in the MBA program of De La Salle University, where he has been teaching for 16 years and currently teaches strategic management; Lecturer on Digital Transformation, Leadership and Management in the Benilde – School of Professional and Continuing Education; and was Adjunct Faculty of Asian Institute of Management where he taught Digital Transformation.

He is a business columnist and writer for Manila Times, Manila Bulletin, and Business World. He has written several articles and book chapters on digital transformation, 4th Industrial Revolution, and technology and culture.

Rey earned his MBA from DLSU where he is also finishing his doctorate. He finished courses in business from INSEAD-Wharton University of Pennsylvania, China Europe International Business School, and Helsinki School of Economics.

Rey has published the following articles on our site:

The Growing AI Divide

The Growing AI Divide

In the era of break-neck technological advancements, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force, disrupting various aspects of ... Read More
Evaluating AI Readiness

Evaluating AI Readiness

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative technology, reshaping industries, and economies across the globe. Its potential to streamline ... Read More
Applying ESG Principles in an IT Organization

Applying ESG Principles in an IT Organization

In the ever-evolving world of information technology, the integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles has become increasingly crucial ... Read More
Platform Governance in Organizations

Platform Governance in Organizations

In the last two years, we have witnessed the acceleration of digital transformation among organizations, with the adoption of digital ... Read More
Sustainability and Digital Transformation

Sustainability and Digital Transformation

Sustainability and digital transformation are two concepts that have gained significant attention in recent times. Sustainability is “concerned with protecting ... Read More
The ROI on Customer Experience

The ROI on Customer Experience

In today's competitive business landscape, companies across industries recognize the paramount importance of providing exceptional customer experiences. Customer experience (CX) ... Read More
The link between EX and CX

The link between EX and CX

In today's highly competitive business landscape, organizations are increasingly recognizing the critical importance of both employee experience (EX) and customer ... Read More
EQ in the Age of AI

EQ in the Age of AI

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape various aspects of our lives, it becomes increasingly important to consider the role ... Read More
Balancing Employee Experience and Employee Engagement

Balancing Employee Experience and Employee Engagement

Employee experience and employee engagement are two critical concepts that profoundly influence an organization's success. Creating a motivated, productive, and ... Read More