Alyssa Alillana,CHRP®, exemplifies a new generation of transformative HR leaders—young, driven, and remarkably accomplished. Her journey, marked by leadership milestones at just 24 years old, is a compelling narrative of bold ambition and grounded excellence. She began her career in the hospitality industry as the youngest head of HR, where she quickly gained recognition for her ability to spearhead organizational expansion, implement scalable HR strategies, and build people-first workplaces across multiple properties.
In 2022, she took on a pivotal role managing branch operations in a cluster setup, effectively overseeing workforce performance and optimizing labor strategies across high-volume venues. Alyssa’s approach blends strategic foresight with empathetic leadership, ensuring business goals are met without compromising employee welfare.
Her contributions have led to industry-wide recognition—notably winning the Global Exceptional Women Award (EWA) in 2024 and being shortlisted for the Inspiring Women in Travel Asia Awards in Bangkok.
Alyssa is not only an operational leader but also an inspiration. She embraces continuous learning, fosters innovation in HR, and mentors emerging professionals to break barriers and redefine industry standards. Her philosophy centers on creating empowering cultures that enable individuals to thrive—both professionally and personally.
Her leadership has also contributed to her organization’s placement among the Philippines’ Top 50 Employers by Kalibrr, a testament to the culture of excellence and engagement she continues to build.
Passionate, people-centered, and purpose-driven, Alyssa Alillana’s story is more than a professional timeline—it’s a call to action for the next wave of leaders to pursue impact over title and transformation over tradition.
How did you first come across the Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) program in the Philippines?
“I’ve seen it through my networks and websites.”
What made you decide to pursue CHRP certification?
“In order for me to keep me updated from the best practices in Human Resources and to sustain the need of expanding my network, I have decided to purse CHRP certification.”
How has being CHRP-certified changed or improved your career in HR?
“Being CHRP-certified provides a lot of opportunities that are more than just a label that you can add to your name; it is a professional equipment that enhances self-assurance and strategic thinking, and gives you useful tools for long-term career advancement in the human resources industry.”
“Since I am not actively pursuing any other opportunities aside from my current role, sparked ideas were put into action after my certification and it ignited my goal to accomplish and achieve more within HR department to support the over-all targets and objectives of our company.”