John Rey Malto is a Filipino talent manager, and songwriter, born on October 22, 1991, in Manila, Philippines. His journey toward excellence began in academia. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and further pursued education-related credits from Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University in San Fernando City, La Union. His passion for learning led him to complete vocational courses in Photography at Lorma Colleges and Event Management at Our Lady of Guadalupe. He also pursued a Master's Degree in Master of Development Administration with a focus on Public Administration, though he did not complete the program.