{"id":17760,"date":"2026-05-07T11:00:09","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T03:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/willing-blue-pelican.82-197-71-20.cpanel.site\/?p=17760"},"modified":"2026-05-07T13:51:55","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T05:51:55","slug":"the-woman-behind-the-success-sarah-deloraya-mateo-and-30-years-of-spd-jobs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theeventstribune.com\/?p=17760","title":{"rendered":"The Woman Behind the Success: Sarah Deloraya-Mateo and 30 Years of SPD Jobs, Inc."},"content":{"rendered":"<p>For three decades, SPD Jobs, Inc. has stood as one of the Philippines\u2019 most trusted names in workforce solutions, proving that a company can be both a dynamic business and a catalyst for national development. From its humble beginnings in 1996 with only three employees and an initial capital of PHP 50,000, SPD Jobs, Inc. has evolved into a respected service contractor, manpower agency, employment agency, and leader in service outsourcing solutions nationwide.<\/p>\n<p>At the heart of this remarkable success story is Sarah Deloraya-Mateo, founder, president, and CEO of SPD Jobs, Inc., whose vision, resilience, and passion for creating opportunities transformed a modest startup into a powerhouse that has generated more than 560,000 jobs across the country.<\/p>\n<p>As SPD Jobs celebrates its 30th anniversary, the company proudly carries the banner of \u201c30 Years of Enabling the World of Work,\u201d a fitting tribute to its lasting impact on Filipino workers, businesses, and communities.<\/p>\n<p>For Sarah Mateo, success has never been measured purely by profit. Instead, it is defined by the lives changed through meaningful employment.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhat inspires me most are the opportunities I can create for others,\u201d Mateo shared during an interview. \u201cIt\u2019s not just about delivering employment, it\u2019s about enabling families to thrive, connecting people to meaningful livelihoods, and building bridges between talent and opportunity.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>That philosophy became the foundation of SPD Jobs\u2019 growth as a legitimate employment agency and service contractor trusted by local and multinational companies alike. Over the years, the company has built long-term partnerships across industries including manufacturing, hospitality, logistics, retail, IT, food service, telecommunications, and property management.<\/p>\n<p>Today, SPD Jobs is recognized not only as a manpower agency but also as a forward-thinking provider of innovative service outsourcing solutions designed to help businesses improve efficiency while empowering workers with stable and decent employment.<\/p>\n<p>Under Mateo\u2019s leadership, SPD Jobs embraced innovation long before digital transformation became an industry trend. One of the company\u2019s biggest breakthroughs is the development of its enterprise-grade ERP platform tailored specifically for the service contracting industry.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019ve prioritized technology to transform how we work,\u201d Mateo explained. \u201cOur ERP system streamlines operations, improves service delivery, and enhances visibility across teams and regions.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>From digital onboarding and data-driven recruitment to automated payroll systems and workforce management tools, SPD Jobs continues to modernize the manpower agency industry through technology and operational excellence.<\/p>\n<p>Its dedication to quality and compliance earned SPD Jobs the prestigious Philippine Quality Award (PQA) Level II recognition, considered the highest national recognition for organizational excellence. The company also consistently maintains its ISO 9001:2015 certification, further strengthening its reputation as a reliable service contractor and employment agency in the Philippines.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond business achievements, SPD Jobs remains deeply committed to corporate social responsibility. Through scholarship programs, livelihood initiatives, upskilling activities, and partnerships with schools and local communities, the company continues to invest in nation-building and inclusive growth.<\/p>\n<p>Mateo herself has become an inspiration to many Filipina entrepreneurs. A former respiratory therapist turned multi-awarded business leader, she has earned recognition for her advocacy in women\u2019s empowerment, MSME development, and ethical entrepreneurship. Her leadership roles in organizations such as the Philippine Association of Legitimate Service Contractors (PALSCON), Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI), and Women\u2019s Business Council Philippines further highlight her influence in shaping the country\u2019s business landscape.<\/p>\n<p>As SPD Jobs looks toward the future, Mateo envisions an even stronger presence in the service outsourcing and workforce solutions industry.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSPD remains a market leader and a true game changer in the Philippines,\u201d she said. \u201cYou can expect continued innovation in service delivery, deeper client partnerships, expanded regional coverage, and smarter, more agile solutions.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>After 30 years of connecting talent with opportunity, SPD Jobs, Inc. continues to prove that a successful manpower agency and service contractor can do more than provide jobs, it can uplift lives, strengthen industries, and contribute meaningfully to national progress.<\/p>\n<p>Through the leadership of Sarah Deloraya-Mateo, SPD Jobs remains a shining example of how purpose-driven entrepreneurship can create lasting impact for generations to come.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you ready for this? 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