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Built by Champions: The Brighton Review Story
Empowering aspiring Filipino professionals through expert-led exam preparation.
Our Purpose: Forging the Future of Filipino Professionals
At the heart of Brighton Review lies a mission that transcends exam preparation. We are a collective of the Philippines' brightest minds—top board exam passers, seasoned reviewers, innovative educators, and industry leaders—united by a singular, driving passion: to empower aspiring Filipino professionals to achieve their dreams. We believe that the journey to professional licensure is more than a personal milestone; it is a critical step towards building a stronger, more prosperous nation. This conviction is the bedrock of our institution. It informs every module we design, every strategy we teach, and every student we mentor.
The path to national development is paved by the expertise and dedication of a world-class professional workforce. When a new graduate earns their license, they unlock a world of opportunities, enabling them to build fulfilling careers, support their families, and contribute meaningfully to their communities and the national economy. We see this not as a distant ideal, but as a tangible outcome that we can help accelerate. It is this vision that led us, a team of experts from diverse fields including education, technology, law, and business, to build the Brighton Review Platform. Our purpose is to provide the most direct, effective, and credible pathway for graduates to secure their professional licenses, thereby unleashing their potential and, in doing so, helping the Philippines achieve its most ambitious development goals.
The Architects of Excellence: Meet Our Visionary Leaders
Top board exam performer and seasoned exam developer with unparalleled expertise in assessment methodologies and educational psychology.
Visionary founder whose passion for educational excellence catalyzed the creation of a platform that transforms Filipino professional aspirations into reality.
Technological innovator behind Brighton's cutting-edge Learning Management System, blending educational expertise with digital solutions.
Top board performer and seasoned board exam reviewer behind the Criminologist Licensure Examination (CLE) component of the platform.
Together, these champions form the cornerstone of Brighton Review's commitment to excellence—combining academic mastery, legal expertise, technological innovation, and visionary leadership to forge pathways to professional success.
The Brighton Blueprint for Success, Crafted by Champions
The Topnotcher's Edge: Our Core Philosophy
Every candidate preparing for a licensure examination shares a common, nagging anxiety: the fear of investing precious time, effort, and hope into ineffective or outdated review materials This fear of the unknown—of not knowing if you are studying the right content in the right way—can be as challenging as the exam itself. Brighton Review was founded to eliminate this uncertainty. Our entire philosophy is built upon a single, powerful principle we call the "Topnotcher's Edge."
This is our unwavering guarantee to you: When you study with Brighton Review, you are not merely engaging with generic, textbook-style content. You are accessing the distilled strategies, focused insights, and proven techniques of individuals who have personally achieved the highest level of success in these very examinations.
The credibility of our platform is not based on marketing claims, but on the verified achievements of our people. All learning materials on the Brighton platform are written, curated, and validated by individuals who are themselves top performers—or "topnotchers"—and successful passers of their respective board exams. They have navigated the same pressures, faced the same challenges, and conquered the same exams you are preparing for. They have emerged victorious, and their experience forms the core of your review.
Confidence Through Proven Excellence
The Topnotcher's Edge is our solution to the reviewee's core anxiety. By entrusting your preparation to a team of proven winners, you can be absolutely confident that your effort is being invested in a system meticulously designed for success, precisely because it was built by those who have already achieved it. This is more than just quality control; it is a fundamental promise of relevance, strategic focus, and unparalleled effectiveness. It is your blueprint for success, crafted by champions.
The "Topnotcher's Edge" is not an abstract concept; it is embodied in the architects of our platform. Our learning content is developed by teams led by undisputed experts in their fields, individuals whose careers are a testament to excellence. Their unique combination of academic brilliance, practical experience, and insider knowledge provides Brighton Review users with a strategic advantage that is simply unmatched.
The Mind Behind the Method: Rigan P. Ap-apid
At the helm of the Brighton Review platform and spearheading its Licensure Examination for Teachers (LEPT) component is Rigan Pulon Ap-apid. As the lead architect, Mr. Ap-apid provides the overarching vision and technical framework for the entire learning ecosystem. He works intimately with all component teams, including the Criminology Licensure Examination (CLE) experts, to ensure a unified, technologically advanced, and pedagogically sound experience across all disciplines. His leadership provides Brighton users with a rare and powerful strategic advantage, built on a unique trifecta of mastery over the entire ecosystem of education and assessment.
This comprehensive expertise is best understood through three distinct pillars that define his career and, by extension, the core methodology of Brighton Review.
The Ap-apid Trifecta: A Three-Dimensional Advantage
Pillar 1: The Top Performer's Mindset
Mr. Ap-apid is a lifelong practitioner of excellence, with a history of conquering high-stakes exams like PISAY, DOST, UPCAT, and CSE. Most notably, he placed 7th in the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LEPT), earning a Medallion of Achievement. This champion's perspective is infused into the LEPT review program.
Pillar 2: The Exam Developer's Insight
Brighton Review's Secret Weapon
Mr. Ap-apid possesses an insider's perspective on how tests are actually constructed. From 2002 to 2008, he served as an Exam Developer for the Systems Technology Institute (STI) across a wide range of subjects.
Advanced Expertise
Furthermore, he chaired the Advanced Placement Exams Committee at the University of the Philippines. At various points in his journey as an educator, he also conducted preparation reviews for the PSHS NCE, UPCAT, and LEPT.
Critical Edge in Test Mechanics
Mr. Ap-apid's extensive experience in high-stakes exams like PISAY, DOST, UPCAT, and CSE gives him a profound understanding of test mechanics. This expertise is embedded in Brighton's content and methodology, equipping users with a critical edge in anticipating question patterns and avoiding common pitfalls.
Pillar 3: The Master Educator's Pedagogy and The Data-Driven Architect
Mr. Ap-apid's career spans decades of leadership in higher education, curriculum design, and learning technology. A BS Mathematics graduate from the University of the Philippines (where he began teaching), he later earned his MS in Computer Science while teaching at De La Salle University. His leadership roles include serving as College Dean at both SWU PHINMA and iACADEMY, and as Learning Technology Manager for the PHINMA Education network. His accomplishments include designing the first CHED-approved BS in Game Development program in the Philippines, redesigning BSIT programs, and authoring mathematics textbooks.
This background ensures that Brighton offers a pedagogically sound learning experience architected for maximum retention and application. His experience in writing and publishing research papers demonstrate his technical expertise in analyzing data with precision.
This data-driven approach forms the foundation of Brighton Review's technical framework, proving that our "technologically advanced learning experience" is built by an expert in designing sophisticated, effective systems that deliver results.
The Guardian of Justice: Atty. Florencio C. Amago Jr.
The Criminology Licensure Examination (CLE) component is helmed by Atty. Florencio C. Amago Jr., a distinguished legal educator, practicing lawyer, and a veritable titan in the field of criminology exam preparation. His credentials provide an unmatched, multifaceted advantage to our reviewees, blending academic excellence with profound real-world authority.
Atty. Amago is not only a seasoned reviewer with over 18 years of experience guiding aspiring criminologists, but he is also a board topnotcher himself, having ranked 4th in the 2006 Criminology Licensure Examination. Like Mr. Ap-apid, he has personally conquered the exam at its highest level. His experience also extends to exam development, affording him a crucial insider's perspective on how the CLE is constructed, ensuring that the review materials he designs are strategically focused on what truly matters on exam day. As the Lead Content Developer for the CLE, he designs comprehensive, exam-focused modules, supported by a team of fellow board passers and veteran reviewers, guaranteeing that every piece of content is strategically crafted for success.
Legal Expertise
What truly sets Atty. Amago apart and gives Brighton's CLE reviewees an extraordinary edge is his role outside the classroom. He serves as the Chief of the Enforcement Division for the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in Region 12. This is not an administrative or purely academic position; it is a high-level command role on the front lines of law enforcement.
Practical Leadership
In this capacity, he leads teams, inaugurates new facilities for securing seized evidence, and provides expert training to other environmental front-liners. He has served as a resource speaker on complex legal matters such as the "Administrative Adjudication of Illegal Forest Products" and, critically, has provided instruction on familiarization firing and self-defense to ensure the safety of officers in the field.
Unmatched Perspective
This experience is priceless. It means that when Atty. Amago teaches criminal law and procedure, he speaks not just as an academic who has studied the law, but as a practicing lawyer and an enforcement chief who applies it in high-stakes, real-world scenarios. He understands the law from the perspective of the officer on the ground, the prosecutor building a case, and the topnotcher who aced the exam. This fusion of the theoretical and the practical, the academic and the tactical, provides a depth of insight that cannot be found in any textbook. He is the ultimate mentor for a future criminologist: a topnotcher, a lawyer, and an officer of the law.
An Ecosystem of Excellence: The Power Behind the Platform
The principle of learning from the best, so clearly embodied by our two lead content developers, extends throughout the entire Brighton Review ecosystem. The unparalleled credibility established by Mr. Ap-apid and Atty. Amago is reinforced and scaled by their handpicked teams of content creators and the broader organizational structure that supports them. Brighton Review is not just a platform; it is a collective of masters dedicated to a shared standard of excellence.
This philosophy is built into our organizational design. The leaders are supported by dedicated teams of "fellow board passers and experienced reviewers." This creates a powerful system of mentorship and quality control, ensuring that the unique insights and winning strategies of the lead developers are cascaded throughout the content. The "Topnotcher's Edge" is not a siloed attribute of our leaders; it is the cultural and operational standard for every person involved in developing your learning materials.
A Comprehensive Team of Experts
Furthermore, the academic and pedagogical core of Brighton Review is supported by a robust professional backbone. Our full team consists of "innovative educators, exam developers, software engineers and developers, marketing professionals, and business executives". This diverse expertise guarantees that the Brighton Review experience is not only pedagogically superior but also technologically seamless, user-friendly, and professionally managed. The software engineers ensure the platform is stable, fast, and effective. They are led by none other than a seasoned and respected IT expert who also boasts of an extensive background in education and exam development.
The Maestro Behind the Learning Management System: Jose Ronello T. Bartolome
Master Systems Builder
At the helm of the Learning Management System (LMS) that powers Brighton Review's Online Review Platform is Jose Ronello T. Bartolome, a visionary educator and technologist whose career has been dedicated to architecting systems for success. He brings a unique, dual expertise in both advanced pedagogy and cutting-edge software development to the complex challenge of professional licensure preparation. As a system-builder, Mr. Bartolome has a proven track record of creating integrated environments where learning and technology converge to produce excellence. This philosophy is embodied in the Isidore de Seville Integrated School, the acclaimed K-12 institution he co-founded and leads as Chief Executive Officer. Celebrated for its values-based curriculum and its pioneering robotics program, the school stands as a testament to his commitment to developing well-rounded, future-ready learners.
Fusion of Education and Technology
The technical mastery that powers Mr. Bartolome's educational vision comes from Nexbridge Technologies Inc., the premier software development firm he also leads as CEO. Nexbridge is the engine of innovation behind his work, specializing in creating personalized, enterprise-level digital solutions that bridge the gap between traditional goals and modern possibilities. This powerful combination of educational insight and in-house technological capability ensures that the learning systems he develops are not only pedagogically sound but also robust, user-friendly, and reliable. His academic foundations in data structures and algorithms from De La Salle University and the University of the Philippines provide the analytical rigor for his life's work: distilling complexity into a clear path to achievement.
Brighton Review greatly benefits from this unique synthesis of pedagogy and technology. The Learning Management System is more than a collection of review materials; it is a comprehensive success system, meticulously designed and engineered with the leadership of a proven architect of learning. With Mr. Bartolome and the content developers working together, Brighton Review leverages decades of experience to offer a curated, efficient, and trustworthy blueprint for passing the board exams. Their shared vision ensures that every element of the review experience—from the expert mentors to the interactive online tools—is part of an integrated system designed for one purpose: to help you secure your professional future with confidence.
Business Leadership
The business and marketing professionals ensure that we can continue to grow and serve our community of aspiring professionals. They are led by an accomplished business executive, Josephine Marie Dela Cruz-Gomez, the driving force behind the Brighton Review project.
The Woman Who Started it All:
Josephine Marie Dela Cruz-Gomez
Excellence as a Foundation
An achiever to her core, Josephine Marie Dela Cruz-Gomez carries excellence in her DNA—a trait that has shaped her journey from her studies to her ventures. This commitment to public service and creating a lasting impact is a family hallmark, exemplified by the celebrated career of her mother, former Bulacan Governor Josefina "Josie" M. Dela Cruz, one of the country's most awarded local chief executives. With a strong background in marketing, Josephine has always been passionate about creating businesses that make an impact and forge lasting legacies of their own.
Vision and Leadership
Guided by her high standards and commitment to exceptional work, she led this project together with her trusted team of experts. They have brought to life a vision that helps bridge the gap between students and the careers they dream of. This is achieved by equipping them with the tools and knowledge necessary to pass the licensure exams required for their professions.
Legacy of Education
Josephine or Ms. Jaymee, as she is fondly known, is the woman behind this endeavor but stands simply as a representative of a family whose advocacy for education and empowerment has long inspired opportunities for young people to reach their fullest potential. This deep-seated family commitment to education was powerfully demonstrated by her mother's landmark initiative, "Project JOSIE" (Joint Systems Improvement in Education Project). Recognized as a finalist for the prestigious Galing Pook Awards, this program was a comprehensive, province-wide effort to address systemic issues in local education. Project JOSIE successfully trained over 4,100 teachers in math and reading proficiency and distributed more than 555,000 workbooks to pupils, leading to significant and measurable improvements in academic performance across the province.
This new venture builds upon that very legacy. For Josephine and her family, this is more than just a project—it is a promise to continue opening doors, building pathways, and uplifting the next generation of Filipino professionals.
A Virtuous Cycle of Excellence
Reputation for Excellence
Brighton Review's holistic structure creates a virtuous cycle: our reputation for excellence attracts top talent
Superior Programs
That talent produces superior review programs
Student Success
Those programs empower our students to succeed
Premier Choice
Further cementing our reputation as the premier choice for licensure exam preparation
Your Success is Our Mission: A Partnership in Your Professional Journey
The journey to your professional license is one of the most important you will ever undertake. It demands dedication, discipline, and an unwavering belief in your own potential. It also requires a partner you can trust—a guide who knows the path because they have walked it themselves and emerged as champions.
At Brighton Review, we have built our entire institution on this principle of proven success. We have brought together a team of the nation's best, from topnotchers and master educators to law enforcement leaders, technology architects, and business leaders. We have addressed the core anxiety of every reviewee by creating a system where every piece of content is crafted and validated by those who have achieved the very goal you are striving for. The "Topnotcher's Edge" is our promise.
Your time and effort are your most valuable assets in this journey. We believe they should be invested in a system meticulously designed for success. We invite you to partner with us, to leverage the experience of champions, and to turn your professional aspirations into reality.
Your partner in professional licensure examination success
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