Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown Honored as Sales and Marketing Team of the Year at Megaworld Conference
Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown has kicked off 2026 with a remarkable achievement, securing top honors at the Megaworld Hotels and Resorts (MHR) Sales and Marketing Conference held from January 7 to 9, 2026. The hotel was recognized as the Sales and Marketing Team of the Year, the highest award in the program, following a year of exceptional performance in 2025 that included record sales and significant market expansion.
Conference Highlights and Performance Review
The annual MHR conference serves as a key platform for reviewing performance and acknowledging excellence across the hotel group. This year, Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown stood out for its results in 2025, where it achieved sustained revenue growth and increased its market share within the managed hotels segment. MHR officials praised the property for its strong execution and seamless coordination among commercial teams, which contributed to its market-leading success.
Individual Recognitions and Key Contributors
In addition to the team award, several individuals from Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown received special citations for their outstanding contributions:
- Grethel Polloso earned three awards: Overall Sales Performer for Managed Hotels, Sales and Marketing Leader of the Year, and Top Sales Performer. Her efforts were instrumental in driving year-on-year growth for the hotel.
- Maia Gomez was named Marketing Manager of the Year for her role in enhancing the hotel's brand visibility both domestically and internationally.
- Joaquin "Chino" Quintana secured second place in the Top Sales Performer category.
- Kheana Llaban received a Sampaguita Binhi Award nomination, which recognizes emerging leaders who embody the group's service values.
Service Philosophy and Future Outlook
MHR attributed the hotel's success to the Sampaguita brand of service excellence, an in-house philosophy that emphasizes "service from the heart." This approach has been integrated into daily sales and marketing operations, fostering a culture of dedication and customer focus. As competition in Cebu's hospitality sector continues to intensify, Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown plans to leverage this momentum in 2026. The hotel aims to strengthen its market position while upholding service standards that are both locally rooted and globally competitive, ensuring continued growth and excellence in the coming year.
