Kingsford Hotel Manila Celebrates Multiple Wins at Megaworld Sales and Marketing Conference 2026
Kingsford Hotel Manila has started 2026 with remarkable momentum and distinction, emerging as one of the standout performers at the Megaworld Hotels and Resorts’ Sales and Marketing Conference 2026. The prestigious event, held from January 7 to 9, 2026, at Mactan Newtown in Cebu, brought together sales and marketing leaders from 15 premier properties nationwide, culminating in a gala dinner that recognized excellence across various categories.
Award-Winning Team and Individual Honors
The hotel proudly took home multiple awards, highlighting its outstanding performance within the Megaworld group. Leading the accolades was Ms. Angel Faith Fernando, who was named the First Sampaguita Binhi Awardee. This newly-established distinction celebrates emerging leaders who embody the Sampaguita brand of service while inspiring excellence within their teams.
Derived from the Filipino words “Sampaguita,” symbolizing Megaworld Hotels and Resorts’ service philosophy, and “binhi,” meaning seed, the Sampaguita Binhi Award honors associates who demonstrate growth, dedication, and leadership potential. Like the national flower it represents, the award recognizes individuals who flourish within the organization and motivate others to achieve similar success.
In addition, Mr. Jerico Feliciano earned the Top 1 Sales Performer of Kingsford Hotel Manila, while Ms. Lady Dianne Lagrisola secured the Top 2 Sales Performer of Kingsford Hotel Manila. These honors underscore the hotel’s strong market performance and dynamic sales team. Building on this momentum, Mr. Feliciano also made history last year as the Overall Sales Top Performer for Managed Hotels, a testament to the hotel’s consistent excellence.
Innovative Marketing Campaign Recognized
Further enhancing its reputation for creativity, Kingsford Hotel Manila’s Hunters HallowPop campaign was awarded the 2025 Marketing Campaign of the Year. Praised for its bold creativity and strong collaboration, the campaign generated an impressive P12 million in revenue conversion while building powerful brand momentum. This achievement demonstrates how imaginative storytelling can drive both engagement and tangible results in the competitive hospitality sector.
Leadership and Guest Impact
Mr. Jorold Montelibano, General Manager of Kingsford Hotel Manila, extended his heartfelt congratulations to the awardees. “I am incredibly proud of our associates who have been recognized with these awards. I have personally witnessed their character, consistency, and dedication—qualities that truly set them apart as role models for their colleagues,” he stated.
Mr. Montelibano emphasized that these achievements directly impact guests, noting that behind every award is a commitment to delivering seamless stays, thoughtful service, and moments that make guests feel valued and at home. “These recognitions affirm that when our people grow, our guest experience grows with them, strengthening trust, loyalty, and meaningful connections that go beyond every stay,” he added.
Milestone Year and Conference Highlights
As Kingsford Hotel Manila celebrates its fifth year in 2026, these recognitions stand as a meaningful milestone, affirming the hotel’s steady growth, unwavering commitment to excellence, and the strength of its people and culture. The hotel confidently charts its path toward an even more impactful future.
The Megaworld Hotels and Resorts Sales and Marketing Conference is an annual gathering that brings together leaders and key decision-makers from its premier properties across the Philippines. This year, under the inspiring theme, “Lead Where You Stand: Passion, Purpose, Progress,” the conference emphasized cultivating future leaders in the hospitality industry.
Through engaging workshops, interactive sessions, and collaborative discussions, participants were encouraged to harness their passion, define their purpose, and drive meaningful progress—both within their teams and across the wider Megaworld network. For Kingsford Hotel Manila, the message was clear: 2026 begins not just with awards, but with renewed purpose and momentum to excel in the dynamic hospitality landscape.
