Cristina Ong-Cruz

Cristina Ong-Cruz is the Director of Sales and Marketing at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila, a position that showcases her extensive experience in the hospitality industry.1 With 19 years of experience in the field, she is known for her strategic and analytical approach to business.

Throughout her career, Cristina has worked with several prestigious hotel brands:

• InterContinental Hotels Group for 13 years
• The Ascott Limited Group for 2 years
• The Peninsula Manila for 7 years
• Shangri-La Makati for 5 years

Her expertise extends beyond general sales and marketing. Cristina has demonstrated her capabilities in:

1. Managing multiple properties with a single sales team within hotel groups like IHG and Ascott
2. Pre-opening and re-branding of hotels and service residences, including Galleria Suites, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Oakwood Hotel, and Ascott Makati
3. Budget conceptualization and creating impactful sales and marketing presentations for executive committees and corporate office executives

Cristina is also recognized as an effective mentor, dedicated to developing individuals and helping them reach their full potential in their sales careers. Her LinkedIn profile reflects her current role at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila and her educational background from the University of Santo Tomas.2