About
Dr. Rolando Gaspar Jr., DPA, IAC-CC
Communications Lead and Growth Consultant.
Former CMO, VP, and UN Media Lead. 17 years across international development, government, media, and global business.
The background
Built for organizations that need more than advice.
Most consultants advise. I build. The distinction matters because strategy without execution leaves an organization exactly where it started.
17 years across the United Nations, government, media, NGOs, and international business gave me the rare ability to think at the institutional level while executing at the ground level. I understand how organizations are built, how people inside them behave, and how to design systems that enables growth and scale.
That range is the result of working across three continents, multiple sectors, and organizations ranging from local government to global multinationals, and always being the person responsible for strategy, execution, and people management.
17+
Years of experience
3,000+
Leaders and professionals trained
100+
Events and trainings managed
90+
Speaking engagements delivered
7
UN conferences represented
DPA
Doctor of Public Administration
Career
Where the 17 years come from
2024 – Present
Hari Krishna Group • Remote
Chief Consultant
Advises executive leadership on organizational strategy, operations, and sustainability. Leads development of strategic communications and partnership frameworks across group operations.
2023 – 2024
Hari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd. · India
Chief Media Officer
Established and led the Media Department from scratch, building systems for global communications, sustainability reporting, and stakeholder engagement across 100+ countries. Introduced CRM, SEO, analytics, and automation platforms.
2023
Dholakia Foundation · India
Vice President
Oversaw national programs in education, environment, and youth development. Led executive team in developing strategies and policies for long-term social impact aligned with the UN SDGs.
2022 – 2023
UN World Meteorological Organization • Switzerland
Media & Communications Lead
Led the Global Communications Team, producing press kits, multimedia campaigns, and advocacy materials on climate initiatives. Coordinated international visibility for UN programs including the Global Youth Statement for COP.
2017 – 2022
Local Government · Philippines
City Youth Development Officer
Designed and implemented youth development policies and programs institutionalized through local and national legislation. Coordinated government offices and served as benchmark for youth development best practices. Nationally recognized for award-winning youth programs.
2015 – 2021
Eastern Visayas State University • Philippines
University Instructor
Taught information technology and communications courses. Parallel to government service.
2015 – 2016
Save the Children (RDII) • Philippines
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning Officer
Designed and evaluated child-focused programs across Eastern Visayas, drafted youth policy frameworks, mobilized resources, and coordinated with government agencies to align community development projects with national policy standards..
2013 – 2018
Philippine Daily Inquirer, EV Mail • Philippines
Senior Reporter & Editor
News correspondent for the Philippine Daily Inquirer, one of the country’s largest national newspapers. Covered governance, development, and public affairs across Eastern Visayas.
2008 – 2013
Jollibee Foods Corporation
Hiring Assistant & Crew Trainer
Where it started — operations, people, and systems at the ground level. The foundation of everything that followed.
Testimonials
From the people who worked with me directly
“What distinguishes him is his ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution. He communicates with clarity, approaches challenges analytically, and consistently offers solutions that support long-term growth and sustainability. I confidently recommend him to global organisations seeking an experienced CMO, growth strategist, and mentor with a strong international perspective.”
Dharmik Savani
CEO, DYMTRUS
“What particularly stood out was his ability to balance big-picture thinking with attention to operational detail. He led with confidence, integrity, and a clear sense of direction.”
Dwikshay Mehta
Director, OptiZen Services
“He didn’t just delegate work; he taught. From content strategy and campaign planning to managing large-scale marketing for events with 100K+ visitors, he exposed me to real-world learning that no paid course could ever offer. If you’re looking for someone who doesn’t just build projects but builds people, Rolando is that rare leader.”
Divyesh Chavda
Content & Brand Strategist
“Rolando’s strength lies in his ability to see the bigger picture while still respecting the details that define quality media work. He earns trust through integrity, insight, and consistency.”
Aniket Sharma
Founder, NXT Production
“His commitment to achieving the best results and his genuine care for the development of his team created a supportive and collaborative work environment.”
Akash Suryavanshi
Marketing Manager, CarzSpa AutoFresh Pvt Ltd
“Jhay is highly dependable and takes ownership of tasks from start to finish. He communicates clearly, works well under pressure, and contributes positively to team discussions and problem-solving.”
Bryanly Jarito
Fullstack Developer, Spector & Co
Credentials
Education & certifications
Education
Doctor of Public Administration
Cebu Technological University
Master of Public Administration
Cebu Technological University
Master of Science, Information Technology
Eastern Visayas State University
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
Eastern Visayas State University
Certifications
Certified Life Coach, IAC-CC™️
International Association of Coaching
Climate Change Planning & Management
University of the Philippines
Commissioner, Sustainability & Legacy
World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF)
First-aid Instructor
Philippine Red Cross
Speaking
90+ engagements across Asia and beyond
From local government halls to UN conference rooms. Topics span leadership, governance, sustainability, digital media, and organizational effectiveness.
Topics
✓ Leadership & Management
✓ Personal Effectiveness & Productivity
✓ Journalism & Technical Writing
✓ Digital Marketing & Branding
✓ Climate Action & SDGs
✓ Youth & Community Development
✓ Public Speaking & Presentation
✓ Governance & Public Administration
✓ IT, Media & Communications
“Very knowledgeable about the topic, very effective speaker that makes us listen very well.”
Sobres Tan
“No time was put to waste, touches everyone’s heart. Talks about facts and not mere opinion.”
Neil Nino Pabilan
“Couldn’t ask for a better Personal Effectiveness resource person than Doc Jhay!”
Paolo de la Torre
Key achievements
Work that went beyond the office
United Nations
Represented the Philippines at COP26 in the UK, COP27 in Egypt, the UN Water Conference in New York, and the Dushanbe Water Process in Tajikistan.
Climate Leadership
Lead organizer of the 2022 Regional Conference of Youth Asia-Pacific, bringing together 600+ climate leaders. Outputs presented at the 17th UN Conference of Youth in Egypt.
National Legislation
Drafted and advocated for national legislation institutionalizing Youth Development Offices in the Philippines — now recognized as a best practice in local governance.
Global Reach
Built and led global communications for Hari Krishna Exports across 100+ countries, aligning operations with the UN SDGs and strengthening international presence.
Youth Development Expert
Institutionalized longterm youth development programs that advanced the welfare of 40,000+ youth and trained over 3,000 youth in emergency response, leadership, financial literacy, event management, and climate advocacy, among others.
Work together
The background is the guarantee.
17 years across sectors means I’ve seen what works and what doesn’t. The 60-day build model exists because of that range. A free scoping call to see if it fits your business.
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