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Atty. Jay-Ryan Trinidad

Director of Legal and Compliance

Jay-Ryan M. Trinidad is a seasoned Legal and Compliance expert specializing in legal technology, labor practice, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, and more. With dual master’s degrees in MBA and Juris Doctor from DLSU-FEU Consortium and HR credentials from Georgetown University, Washington DC, he offers a unique blend of legal and HR expertise.

As the Head of Professional Services for HR & Legal at Sprout Solutions and a licensed SHRM-SCP professional, Atty. Trinidad provides strategic legal guidance, ensuring compliance, data protection, and top-notch corporate housekeeping. His focus areas include Labor Policy and Practices Audit, Technology Law, and Data Protection.

Julie Ann Martinez, CPP, CHRP

AVP for Professional Services

With six years of dedicated service, Julie has had the privilege of leading the Implementation team, responsible for onboarding new clients to Sprout’s product offerings. During her tenure, she initiated the expansion and rebranding of Sprout’s Payroll Professional Services, which is now referred to as Professional Services. Her role also encompasses the management of the Professional Services team, particularly the Payroll Outsourcing division, and overseeing its growth to provide a comprehensive range of services.

Julie’s educational background includes a degree in BS Clinical Psychology from PUP, complemented by certifications such as Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) and Certified Payroll Professional (CPP). She brings over 15 years of extensive experience in the Payroll and HR field, coupled with a deep understanding of the BPO industry, with a specialization in local Payroll and Accounting services.

Arianne Mayie Ong-Carias

Professional Services Manager

In her role as Professional Services Manager at Sprout for 5 years, Arianne was instrumental in establishing the Professional Services division. When she joined in 2018, it was primarily focused on Payroll Outsourcing with a small team of 5 and a limited client base. By 2023, her team had grown to 12 members, serving 27 clients for Payroll Outsourcing, 10 for Sprout Gov, 3 for Benefits Administration, and 2 for Payroll on Demand. Arianne’s passion is simplifying payroll processes for Philippine businesses, allowing them to focus on their core success.

Arianne graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Internal Auditing from Far Eastern University – Manila, holds Civil Service Professional Eligibility, and is a Certified Payroll Professional (CPP). She has over 10 years of experience in PH Payroll and BPO, specializing in local Payroll and Outsourcing Services. Her expertise also includes auditing compliance and accounting services.

Atty. Psydi Mae O. Oatemar, CPA

Lead Legal Counsel

Atty. Psydi is a licensed lawyer, passing the 20/21 Bar Examinations. She works at Sprout Solutions Phils Inc, a leading HRIS software provider in the Philippines. She joined as a Legal Counsel in July 2022 and was promoted to Lead Legal Counsel in February 2023. Her expertise covers Labor, Civil, Commercial, and Technology Laws, and she’s pursuing ISO27001 Lead Auditor certification.

Before her legal career, she briefly worked as a Legal Researcher for a government agency. She previously worked as a Certified Public Accountant for seven years at Ateneo de Naga University and had a private accounting/tax practice for over three years. Starting in the 2023-2024 academic year, she joined the faculty at the University of Nueva Caceres – School of Law.

Atty. Dominic Umandap

Legal Counsel

Atty. Dom holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management and a Juris Doctor degree from Ateneo de Manila University. During law school, he gained experience at renowned law schools in the country. He also assisted indigent clients at the Ateneo Legal Services Center.

After becoming a licensed lawyer, he worked as a Junior Associate for a Corporate Practice law firm. Currently, he serves as Legal Counsel at Sprout Solutions, overseeing Professional Services for HR and legal matters, applying his legal knowledge and practical expertise.

Xavier Salera

Legal Assistant

Xavier graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Legal Management from De La Salle University. He initially worked as a Legal Compliance Associate, concentrating on regulatory compliance for businesses in the Philippines, including government registration and amendments.

He currently serves as a Legal Assistant at Sprout, focusing on the Growth, Customer Success, and Consumer Pillars of the company.

Sam Taguibao

Legal Assistant

Sam holds a BS Legal Management degree with a Minor in Development and the Law. She graduated Magna Cum Laude, ranking in the Top 10 of the program and was awarded for Best Thesis in the BS LM Program. She was also nominated for Program Award. Currently, she is primarily responsible for supporting client-related matters and deliverables and specializes in Contract Management and Drafting.

Shei De los Santos

Legal Assistant

Shei De los Santos holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Legal Management from De La Salle University and is currently pursuing her Juris Doctor degree at Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila.

During her college years, she interned at PwC in the consulting team, primarily handling client relations. She was also involved with the De La Salle Intellectual Property Office, where she led the drafting of patent applications.

After graduating, she joined Sprout Solutions as a Legal Assistant, providing support for HR and legal services.

Rey Angelo Salazar

Learning and Development Lead

Angelo graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from the University of the Philippines Los Baños. He started his career in clinical nutrition but shifted to managing the family-operated school in 2014. To prepare for this role, he earned a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from the University of the Philippines Diliman and became a licensed teacher. From 2016 to 2019, he taught in a public school.

During the pandemic, Angelo joined an organization specializing in educational technology for schools. His role involved training senior high school teachers in adult learning theories and using technology effectively in their classrooms.