Leadership Journey of Oliver Fabon, CHP®

Certified Hospitality Professional (CHP®) Oliver Ferancullo Fabon is a veteran hospitality educator and technical-vocational leader with over a decade of academic service. Currently a college instructor specializing in tourism and hospitality management, Fabon has molded hundreds of students across numerous institutions in Metro Manila and beyond. With a foundation in entrepreneurship and computer science, coupled … Read more

Leadership Journey of Mark Danniel Cerbito, CHP®

Certified Hospitality Professional (CHP®) Mark Danniel Cerbito exemplifies multidimensional leadership in the fields of hospitality, public service, and professional training. As the Founder and CEO of Triple Shield Training Group Inc., Mark brings together decades of experience in operational leadership, safety instruction, and capacity development. He has also served as a certified instructor for advanced … Read more

Leadership Journey of April Annie Joy Homoroc, CTP®

Certified Tourism Professional (CTP®) April Annie Joy Homoroc is an accomplished academic leader, program head, and educator whose work bridges the dynamic worlds of tourism, hospitality, and public service. Currently serving as the Program Head for the College of Business Administration, she brings over a decade of experience as a professor, curriculum designer, and student … Read more

Leadership Journey of John Arrden F. Octaviano, CHP®

Certified Hospitality Professional (CHP®) John Arrden F. Octaviano is a seasoned hospitality educator and practitioner with a deep-rooted passion for developing industry-ready professionals. With a background in hotel operations, tourism, and customer service, he has spent the past decade shaping students into capable leaders through both classroom instruction and administrative leadership. From lecturing in hotel … Read more

Leadership Journey of Jhonnel Abalajon, CHP®

Certified Hospitality Professional (CHP®) Jhonnel J. Abalajon stands as a trailblazer in hospitality education, combining academic rigor, inclusive leadership, and impactful research in every role he takes on. As an Assistant Professor specializing in tourism and hospitality, he brings a wealth of experience both inside and outside the classroom—mentoring students, coordinating institutional programs, and advancing … Read more

Leadership Journey of Joseph Bingbong M. Gutierrez, CHP®

Joseph Bingbong M. Gutierrez, CHP®, is a distinguished educator and academic leader in the field of hospitality and tourism. As a proud Certified Hospitality Professional, he combines his industry expertise with a passion for teaching to cultivate the next generation of service professionals. Currently serving as the Diploma Program Chair at Richwell Colleges Incorporated, Joseph … Read more

Leadership Journey of Marie Francoise Therese B. De Villa

Marie Francoise Therese B. De Villa, CHP®, is a distinguished educator and academic leader in hospitality and tourism, recognized for her commitment to developing industry-ready professionals. As a Certified Hospitality Professional, she bridges the gap between classroom theory and real-world practice through her expertise in hotel operations, food and beverage service, and tourism planning. Her … Read more

Leadership Journey of Rommel B. Maloloy-on

Rommel B. Maloloy-on, CTP®, is a multifaceted professional serving as both a College Instructor in Tourism and Hospitality programs and Head of Safety and Security at SEAIT. His unique dual expertise allows him to approach tourism education with a distinctive perspective that emphasizes both service excellence and operational safety. Currently pursuing his Master of Business … Read more

Leadership Journey of Karen Caroll Love L. Montealegre

Karen Caroll Love L. Montealegre, CTP®, CHP®, is a dynamic professional whose career spans public service, tourism, and people management. Holding dual certifications as both a Certified Tourism Professional (CTP) and Certified Hospitality Professional (CHP), she exemplifies the power of multidisciplinary expertise in driving excellence. Her academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Science in Business … Read more

Leadership Journey of Cristopher Talosig Takano

Christopher Talosig Takano is an emerging leader in the hospitality and tourism industry, currently advancing his expertise through both academic and professional pursuits. With a recently completed Master of Management specializing in International Hospitality and Tourism Management (2025) and plans to pursue a Doctorate in the same field, Christopher represents the new generation of hospitality … Read more