diana dayao
 

DIANA DAYAO is a Strategic Social Architect who transforms human connections into meaningful business and social value. Active across media, business, and advocacy, she is an event & broadcast host, commercial model, recording artist and singer-songwriter, advocate, former columnist and former Miss Manila. She is also the founder of the charitable organization Manila Street Love. Diana is best known as one of Manila's sought-after hosts, specializing in executive events, relationship-driven business gatherings, and premium lifestyle experiences. Her clients include global corporate brands, cultural institutions, social impact organizations, and private families who value not only her quick wit and engaging presence, delivery but also for translating each event's purpose into memorable audience experiences. Her Story: Diana has lived a life shaped across different worlds. Part of her childhood was spent in the province, where she developed an early appreciation for simplicity, familiarity, and tradition. Moving back to the city at a young age introduced her to an entirely different reality — one that demanded adaptability, resilience, and the ability to connect with people from all walks of life without losing one’s sense of identity and values. Raised by hardworking parents in a humble household with high regards for education, Diana learned early on how to navigate spaces that ranged from ordinary neighborhoods to circles of power and influence. Diana’s formative years were shaped by contrasting environments - from conservative catholic schools run by nuns, to public instititions and diverse urban communities. She spent her early college years at the Lyceum of the Philippines University and completed her degree in Communication Arts at Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila - a premiere school for scholars. Moving between the sheltered structure of private education and the grit often required in public institutions deepened her adaptability, perspective, and understanding of different social realities. These experiences would later shape both her communication style and her approach to leadership: grounded, people-centered, and rooted in genuine values rather than performative success. Likewise, her early exposure to public service and advocacy began after winning Miss Manila at the age of 19 — an experience that deepened her understanding of representation, visibility, and social responsibility. After graduating, instead of securing an entry-level job at a news or TV networks, she pursued a TV hosting opportunity she got early in her career. Diana was introduced to the worlds of media, governance, and public influence - experiences that sparked her interest in communication not only as expression, but as a tool for shaping narratives, building trust, and creating social impact. Her career evolved into being live events host, speechwriter, multicultural protocol officer, columnist (The Daily Tribune, The Manila Times), communication coach for high-profile executives, tourism and public relations consultant, and resource speaker. In 2015, Diana founded Manila Street Love, the Philippines’ earliest and most recognized organized mobile outreach and love campaign group, focused on bringing aid and human connection directly to the streetkids, sick kids, and homeless. She later became the pioneer Director for Advocacy and Corporate Social Responsibility of a leading social platform, further strengthening her involvement in impact-driven work and community engagement. Alongside her communications and advocacy career, Diana is also a recording artist known for her sultry sound and emotionally reflective songwriting. Her 2017 debut album, Senti Sultry | Diana D. under Viva Records, marked her formal entry as a solo artist, though she had long been active behind the scenes as a songwriter for major artists and record labels in the Philippines and abroad. She has performed on various stages and shows such as Wish 107.5 Roadshow (Wish Bus), Myx Music Channel, IWantAsap, etc. Her work includes Awit Award-nominated songs, Platinum-certified hits, and a string of carrier singles for popular artists.