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PHILHOST 2026 Sustainability in Focus: purpose, impact, and action

Published Jul 11, 2026 02:11 pm
TAJARA Hospitality’s Cyndy Tan Jarabata, Amb. Chantale Wong, Megaworld Hotels & Resorts GM Cleo Albiso, Torre Lorenzo Dev’t Corporation CEO Tomas Agustin Lorenzo, Greenview Founder & CEO Eric Ricaurte
TAJARA Hospitality’s Cyndy Tan Jarabata, Amb. Chantale Wong, Megaworld Hotels & Resorts GM Cleo Albiso, Torre Lorenzo Dev’t Corporation CEO Tomas Agustin Lorenzo, Greenview Founder & CEO Eric Ricaurte
On Thursday, 2 July 2026, PHILHOST (Philippine Hospitality on Sustainable Tourism) gathered approximately 180 key hospitality stakeholders at Ascott BGC for an intensive day of dialogue centered on sustainable best practices, navigating industry challenges, and identifying emerging opportunities within the hospitality and tourism sector.
Distinct as the premier event in the Philippines bridging international sustainability expertise with local market intelligence, PHILHOST 2026 presented 6 specialized morning workshops, 4 panel discussions, and 2 featured speakers addressing critical pillars such as the circular economy, green team mobilization, innovative technology solutions, and sustainable development.
Embodying its core theme, “Sustainability in Focus: Purpose. Impact. Action.”, the forum transcended theoretical discussion to catalyze tangible industry evolution. It functioned as a strategic platform for professionals to exchange proven methodologies, foster collaborative solutions, and ensure an inclusive journey toward sustainability for all stakeholders.
Cyndy Tan-Jarabata, CEO and President of TAJARA Hospitality, remarked on the milestone, stating: “PHILHOST is more than just a 5th-anniversary celebration; it is a vital movement where local and global partners unite to take definitive responsibility for our industry’s long-term viability.”
Undersecretary of the Department of Tourism Capt. Stanley K. Ng in his keynote speech
Undersecretary of the Department of Tourism Capt. Stanley K. Ng in his keynote speech
In a keynote address, Department of Tourism Undersecretary Capt. Stanley K. Ng highlighted the critical role of domestic travel in stimulating economic vitality and supporting the continued expansion of the hospitality landscape.
Representing the industry’s next generation, Monica Lorenzo of Torre Lorenzo Development Corp., Samantha Manigsaca of AppleOne Group, and Giles Benedicto alongside Adeline Phua, Managing lyf Partner, collectively underscored the necessity of community synergy and active participation in defining a sustainable path forward.
Dr. Moeko Saito-Jensen of the UNDP’s Green LGU Project provided insights on advancing green circular tourism at the local government level, advocating for a transition from linear to circular economic models for the benefit of all participants.
A central feature of the forum was the CEO Panel, featuring Cyndy Tan Jarabata, former ADB Ambassador Chantale Wong, Cleo Albiso of Megaworld Hotels & Resorts, and Tomas Agustin Lorenzo of Torre Lorenzo Development Corporation. The group examined the equilibrium between tourism growth and sustainability while fostering prosperous regional communities.
Eric Ricaurte, CEO of Greenview and PHILHOST co-organizer, stressed the power of collective effort in achieving sustainable transformation, noting that continuous, collaborative dialogue is essential for making meaningful progress amid industry complexity.
PHILHOST 2026 collaborated with Rrreefs to promote its mission of regenerating vulnerable coral ecosystems utilizing advanced, 3D-printed modular clay reef architecture.
Organized by TAJARA Hospitality and Greenview, PHILHOST 2026 was successfully realized through the strategic support and engagement of Ascott BGC, The Ascott Limited, ULI Philippines, ECCP, HRAP, HSMA, Invisacook, Green Thumb Precision Farms, Pinspired, MAGWAI, Asia Sustainable Travel, Bridges Magazine, Philippine Star, Phil Star Property, Travel Asia Now, The Manila Bulletin, and Philippine Daily Inquirer, Inquirer.net and Inquirer Property.

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