Jon Nebrida

Hospitality professional with 22 years of experience across hotels, resorts, restaurants, and property management—locally and internationally. Extensive experience in operations, sales and marketing, rooms division, project and property management, HR and administration, security and safety, revenue and financial management (P&L), business development, strategic planning, facilities, procurement, inventory, and food & beverage.

General Manager - W9 Hotel Manila by W9 Hotel and Resorts Inc. - Manila, Philippines

(2026-01-16)

Joined one month prior to the grand opening on February 28 and led the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of the launch event within a highly compressed timeline. Oversaw program development, vendor coordination, logistics, and cross-department alignment to ensure a seamless and successful opening. Established and implemented hotel brand standards by developing policies and procedures across all operational areas, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and service excellence.

Developed the business plan and strategic road map, defining clear sales and marketing directions, campaigns, and revenue-driving initiatives to position the property for a strong market entry.

General Manager - The Oriental Legaspi by LKY Group of Companies - Legaspi, Philippines

(2025-03-27 - 2025-10)

Reporting directly to the CEO and COO, oversaw every facet of the business to guarantee efficient and successful operation. Strategic planning, financial management, employee supervision, and upholding the hotel's brand image and reputation are established across all platforms and implemented with a high success rate.

• Four (4) food and beverage establishments with a combined sitting capacity of 500 people
• Seven (7) banquet locations with a combined sitting capacity of 1,500 people
• 104 rooms in total
• Total employees: 125

Hotel Consultant - Skyport Hotel by Millenium Oceanstar Corporation - Parañaque City, Philippines

(2024-09 - 2025-01)

Hotel Consultant for a 130-room preopening travelers' hotel in Parañaque City, with function rooms (250 capacity) and an 80-seat bistro restaurant.

• Led business planning and strategy
• Supported preconstruction coordination with project teams
• Defined CAPEX/OPEX
• Sourced vendors
• Developed policies and procedures
• Managed recruitment

General Manager - Greenwindows Hotel by FTC Group of Companies - Davao City, Philippines

(2022-03-28 - 2024-06-15)

Reported directly to the CEO and President; developed business plans and strategies, set departmental KPIs, and drove revenue growth while maintaining high customer service standards. Managed operations for Greenwindows Hotel in Davao City, an 88-room hotel and dorm property with modern amenities.

• Lead Organizer of VIVACE, a 3-day 2023 Kadayawan Festival pool party with 2,000 attendees, generating approximately ₱1.8M in ticket and beverage sales

Corporate General Manager - Y Hotels and Resorts Group Inc. by Y Investment Holdings Philippines - Boracay Aklan and Makati City, Philippines

(2019-10 - 2020-12)

Oversaw multiple business units of Y Hotel Group, reporting directly to the President and chairing EXECOM meetings in their absence. Led preconstruction and preopening of Y Hotel Boracay, establishing initial CAPEX/OPEX and operational budgets. Managed the executive office, aligning department heads with company goals and objectives.

• Handled a total room inventory of 150

General Manager - Jollywaves Waterpark and Resort by Jolliville Corporation - Oriental Mindoro, Philippines

(2018-06 - 2019-07)

Directly answering to the managing director and participating in board meetings with the chairman present. The largest water park in the vicinity of MIMAROPA. As a member of the preopening team, helped establish the guidelines and requirements for every department, with a particular emphasis on purchasing, engineering maintenance, cleaning, facilities management, sales and marketing, and front office cashiering.

Roving General Manager - Dreamwave Hotels and Restaurants by AMRC Holdings Corporation - Isabela, Batangas, Laguna, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines

(2017-02-20 - 2018-05)

The responsibilities of the roving general manager included overseeing four city hotels, two beach resorts, two restaurants, and four food outlets spread around the northern and southern regions. Establishing and enhancing the revenue stream for each branch is the main duty.

• Total room inventory = 224

Hotel Operations Manager - Camaya Coast Leisure Estates by Earth and Shore Tourism Land Holdings Corporation - Mariveles Bataan, Philippines

(2016-04-17 - 2017-02-13)

Oversaw the Camaya Sands Hotel's hotel and resort amenities and arranging sales and marketing plans and strategies in accordance with corporate office initiatives. Directly answering to the vice president in charge of site operations, giving updates and suggestions on problems and worries. Assumed the role of senior manager and led daily operations meetings with the leaders of the departments.

• 50 rooms total in the inventory

Property Manager - Ayala Greenfield Estates by Ayala Property Management Corporations - Calamba Laguna, Philippines

(2014-01 - 2016-04-16)

Overseeing the residential neighborhood, which spans an estimated 500 hectares. With 1,280 members, the aforementioned property features a clubhouse with common areas, an administration building, and amenity facilities. Providing a monthly report on the association's financial situation directly to the board of directors.

The profit and loss, project accomplishments, deliverables, issues, and concerns reports are listed in this order. Guaranteed that association dues are collected effectively each year and that other revenue opportunities are realized.

• There are 80 employees in all

Freelance Hotel Consultant - Boracay Hotels and Resorts (Boracay Champ, Orinda, Lunna Rosa, Boracay Beach Resort, Club Ten, Lingganay, Red Coconut) - Boracay Aklan, Philippines

(2013-06 - 2013-12)

Identified gray areas in each department and suggested plans and methods to improve the overall operations. Reported directly to the resort owners and offered management/hotel advice to various Boracay resorts and beach properties.

Hotel Operations Manager - Fairways and Bluewater Newcoast Boracay (Global Estate, Inc by Megaworld Properties) - Boracay Aklan, Philippines

(2012-10-02 - 2013-06-31)

Oversaw the front desk, food and beverage, housekeeping, maintenance, information and technology, accounting/procurement, and other departments that make up the hotel safety. Oversaw business plans and strategies between the corporate office and the hotel, reporting directly to the General Manager. Responded to questions and concerns from visitors and offered comments.

• There are 250 rooms in all

Hotel Consultant/Project Based - Orange Place Hotels, Philippines (An affiliate of Center for Culinary Arts and Cravings Restaurant Group) - Quezon City, San Juan City, Rizal Province, Philippines

(2012-07-23 - 2012-10-01)

Directly answering to the Vice President, managed three hotels on behalf of the corporate office.

• In charge of organizing marketing and sales campaigns
• Establishing financial goals
• Creating profit and loss statements
• Putting hotel policies and procedures into practice locally
• 120 rooms in total are listed

Resort Manager - Camsur Water Sports Complex, Philippines (International Resort and Wakeboarding Facilities) - Camarines Sur Bicol, Philippines

(2011-12-12 - 2012-07-02)

Oversaw the operation of the water park and resort and ensured that all business rules, regulations, and guidelines are followed and internalized by the staff.

• Developed sales and marketing plans
• Revenue and financial reports
• Reacted to and addressed visitor complaints
• Inventory total for rooms: 170

Senior Program Trainer (Reliever) - Genting Star Tourism Academy Philippines (An Affiliate of Genting International Limited) - Newport City Pasay, Philippines

(2011-05 - 2011-07)

Trained GSTA students in cleaning and front desk operations. Implemented the educational plans and initiatives of Norwegian Cruise Lines, Star Cruises International, and their hotel affiliates, Marriot Hotels, Resort World, and Maxims Hotel.

F&B Assistant Food Manager/Admin - Legend of the Seas (Luxury Cruise Ship) – Royal Caribbean International - World Cruiser

(2004-11 - 2009-02)

Served as the Food & Beverage Team's financial advisor, reporting directly to the F&B Director. Creating and evaluating financial data on offshore accounts gathered from replacement and consumable requisitions. Interpreted and submitted month-to-date, year-to-date reports to the dining room, bar, and galley as part of the F&B Team.

Overseeing the Galley, Dining Room, and Bar as representatives of the F&B Administrations on board. Arranged and planned cross-departmental activities and events.

• Oversaw the payment of over 300 employees and crew members' salaries
• Carried out random inspections to ensure that all food and beverage establishments and regions meet the strictest guidelines set out by the US Public Health (USPH)

Public Area and Floor Supervisors - De Luxe Four Seasons International - Riyadh K.S.A.

(2003-12 - 2004-10)

In charge of overseeing room attendants and the public area to keep both the front and rear of the house areas neat and tidy and to make sure that all hotel rules and regulations are adhered to the highest standards.

Room Attendant - De Luxe Hotel Four Seasons International - Riyadh K.S.A.

(2002-10 - 2003-09)

Room Attendant - Premier Hotel Las Palmas - Philippines

(2001-11 - 2002-04)

Responsible for arranging all common utilities and keeping at least 13–15 rooms clean each day. When it comes to attending to the basic needs of the guest, room attendants act as the hotel's representative.

Preparatory - Saint Canossa College (1976 - 1977)

Primary - Benedictine Abbey School (1978 - 1984)

Secondary - Jose Rizal College (1984 - 1988)

Bachelor of Science - Business Management - Philippine Christian University (1990 - 1995)