“I was in the peak of my career, left everything behind and started at ground zero, but I never looked back since then” says Joana Bersamina, who has a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from De La Salle University in Philippines.

“Having PACE as my starting point will always be the best decision I’ve ever made.” I did some research and majority of the Industry Professionals in the province took PACE. I told myself, “Investment must be worthy down the road and PACE would be the best tool in achieving my goals”

Joana graduated from UWinnipeg PACE’s Human Resource Management Diploma in 2018 and has been in-demand in the HR industry in the province since, working for a number of both private and non-profit organizations.

Currently, she is the Vice President for People & Culture at YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg. The YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.

 “If you are someone who wants to set foot in the HR industry, PACE is the best starting point. You will never regret it,” she says. “I had zero Canadian experience, and it was PACE that opened all the doors for me.”

Joana Bersamina
Vice President for People & Culture
YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg