Rommel B. Malolooy-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 Administration at NDDU, Rommel combines academic rigor with practical industry insights to prepare students for the realities of the tourism sector.
“Tourism isn’t just about creating memorable experiences—it’s about delivering them safely and responsibly,” Rommel emphasizes. His Safety Officer 3 license and Certified Tourism Professional (CTP) certification demonstrate his commitment to excellence in both security protocols and hospitality standards.
This dual focus enables him to train future tourism professionals who understand that exceptional service must always be grounded in safety consciousness and ethical practices.
How Did He Discover ITHP?
Rommel’s path to ITHP certification stemmed from his desire to enhance his teaching credibility. “As I transitioned from security operations to tourism education, I sought a certification that would validate my industry knowledge and teaching methodology,” he explains. “ITHP’s CTP program stood out as the perfect bridge between my practical experience and academic role.” The certification process became a transformative journey that deepened his understanding of sustainable tourism principles.
How Has ITHP Contributed to His Career Growth?
The CTP certification has significantly elevated Rommel’s professional trajectory. “Earning my CTP credential was a pivotal moment that opened new doors in academia,” he shares. “It gave me the confidence to develop more dynamic curriculum content that blends safety protocols with hospitality best practices.” The certification has also strengthened his credibility when consulting with industry partners, allowing him to advocate for safety-conscious tourism development.
How Has ITHP Helped in His Current Professional Role?
In his dual roles, Rommel applies ITHP principles daily. “The certification framework helps me demonstrate to students how safety and service excellence are interconnected,” he notes. “Whether designing emergency response drills for hospitality scenarios or teaching cultural sensitivity to future tour guides, the CTP knowledge base informs all aspects of my work.” The credential has also enhanced his ability to mentor students pursuing their own professional certifications.
Rommel’s journey exemplifies how specialized certifications can create powerful synergies between seemingly disparate fields. Through ITHP, he continues to shape tourism professionals who appreciate that truly exceptional service must be both memorable and secure. His story inspires educators and security professionals alike to see certification not as an endpoint, but as a gateway to more impactful career contributions.