At seventy years old, Engr. Pedrito A. Salvador, PhD, doesn’t just walk through Monarchs Park—he moves with purpose. Each step echoes decades of discipline, curiosity, and unwavering service. A seasoned engineer and doctor of business, he’s not merely a teacher at Southville Business School—he’s a living embodiment of what it means to show up, every day, with clarity and conviction.

Since joining Southville in 2018, Engr. Ped has redefined what it means to teach. His Production and Operations Management classes are more than lectures—they’re immersive experiences where rigor meets heart, and where digital tools are wielded not for convenience, but for connection. “I don’t rely only on textbooks—they age. Experience doesn’t,” he says. With over 500 ebooks, podcasts, and media files in his personal archive, he ensures that every lesson is current, relevant, and deeply human.

But it’s not just his content that inspires—it’s his consistency. In six and a half years, he has never missed a class or arrived late. That kind of reliability isn’t just admirable—it’s transformative. It teaches students that sharpness isn’t about speed or memory, but about integrity, discipline, and purpose. “Critical thinkers make me research more,” he adds, revealing a dynamic exchange where youth fuels wisdom, and wisdom sharpens youth.

Southville Business School, under the college division of Southville International School and Colleges, mirrors this ethos. With Autonomous Status from CHED and Level II Accreditation from PACUCOA, the institution is built on a culture of excellence, innovation, and lifelong learning. Faculty members are supported through Moodle-based training, Learning Improvement Programs, and digital upskilling workshops—ensuring that even the most seasoned educators continue to evolve.

Engr. Ped exemplifies this spirit. His mastery of digital tools and openness to new methods reflect a culture that honors experience while embracing change. For him, showing up means more than attendance—it means being fully present, fully prepared, and fully committed to growth.

Jean Maghinay, a Business alumna now working in Southville’s marketing department, recalls, “Sir Ped was one of those professors who made you feel seen. He didn’t just teach operations—he taught us how to operate with purpose.” Today, she sees his values woven into the very fabric of Southville’s culture. “It’s not just a school—it’s a place that shapes you.”

When asked about the future, Engr. Salvador is clear: “I want to continue sharing my knowledge for five more years, then retire and serve again as a Lay Minister.” For him, staying sharp means staying in service—whether in a classroom or at a parish altar. His advice to younger faculty and students? “Do the right things right the first time, every time, and all the time.” Simple. Demanding. Transformative.

In a world that often celebrates speed over substance, Engr. Ped reminds us that purpose is found in presence. Through lifelong learning, meaningful mentorship, and uncompromising character, he shows us that the power of showing up—fully, faithfully, and consistently—is the foundation of a life well-lived.