LPU PerSEAverance Talk featuring the PTC Cruise Division

JUNE 25, 2024




On May 16, 2024, Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) Manila, one of the partner universities of the PTC Talent Acquisition Group (TAG), held a transformative event to over 160 students from LPU and other universities in the tourism and hospitality sectors. The convention titled "PerSEAverance: Navigating the Post-Pandemic Landscape and Revival in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry," was a comprehensive one-day conference designed to equip attendees with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the evolving industry landscape.

It featured an impressive lineup of resource speakers from PTCI's Cruise Division, including Joey Yambao, Operations Manager of PTCI Cruise Operations Management; Maita Pangilinan, MSC Crewing Services (MSCCS) Senior Crewing Manager; and Djanna Ranolo-Cutaran, MSCCS Recruitment Manager. They brought a wealth of experience and insights, delivering engaging presentations that covered a wide array of pertinent topics, and also introduced the various cruise line brands that The PTC Group handles for crew management and deployment, outlining the diverse job opportunities available within these prestigious companies.

In addition to highlighting employment prospects, the speakers shared the latest trends and statistics in the industry, providing a well-rounded perspective on the current state of tourism and hospitality. They also emphasized the importance of adaptability and continuous learning in the post-pandemic world, encouraging students to stay informed about industry developments and to cultivate a resilient mindset. Through this session, participants had the opportunity to gain deeper insights, making the convention a highly informative and motivational experience.

By bringing in seasoned professionals from PTC's Cruise Division, the event not only enriched the students' understanding of the tourism and hospitality industry but also inspired them to navigate the challenges and seize new opportunities in the post-pandemic era.



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LPU PerSEAverance Talk, Lyceum of the Philippines University, tourism, hospitality, post-pandemic, Cruise Operations Management, MSC Crewing Services MSCCS, cruise line brands, industry trends