Reinforcing its commitment to inclusive growth and community development, SM Hotels & Conventions Corporation (SMHCC)-managed property, Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA, has recently kicked-off the Basic Food and Beverage Operations Training Program in partnership with the Quezon City Jail Male Dormitory. The initiative equips Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) with practical hospitality skills to help prepare them for meaningful employment and successful reintegration into society.
Held at the Quezon City Jail Male Dormitory, the launch brought together representatives from the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP), the Quezon City local government, SM Hotels & Conventions Corporation, and Radisson Hotel Group, reflecting a shared commitment to creating opportunities through skills development and collaboration.
The event commenced with the introduction of the Basic Food and Beverage Operations Training, followed by welcome remarks from Reycie Gutierrez, General Manager of Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA, and an inspirational message from Quezon City Mayor Ma. Josefina G. Belmonte, who emphasized the importance of providing second chances through education and livelihood initiatives.
The ceremonial ribbon cutting was led by Quezon City Mayor Ma. Josefina G. Belmonte; SMHCC Senior Vice President for Operations Cathy Nepomuceno; Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA General Manager Reycie Gutierrez; Jail Warden of the Quezon City Jail Male Dormitory Maria Lourdes Pacion; and Regional Director of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology JCSUPT Baby Noel Montalvo.
“At SM Hotels & Conventions Corporation, we believe that hospitality has the power to uplift lives beyond the walls of our hotels,” said SMHCC Executive Vice President Peggy Angeles. “Through initiatives like this, we are investing in people by providing them with valuable skills, renewed confidence, and opportunities for a fresh start. This reflects our commitment to creating meaningful and lasting impact in the communities we serve.”
“The Basic Food and Beverage Operations Training Program underscores Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA’s broader vision of responsible hospitality, which not only delivers exceptional guest experiences but also empowers individuals, strengthens the social sector, and creates opportunities for a more inclusive future,” Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA General Manager Reycie Gutierrez added.
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About SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC)
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) is the hospitality arm of SM Prime Holdings Inc.
Currently, the SMHCC portfolio is comprised of ten (10) hotel properties with a combined inventory of more than 2,600 rooms and over 42,000 sqm. of leasable convention space. The list of properties under SMHCC includes Taal Vista Hotel, Pico Sands Hotel, Conrad Manila, Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Radisson Blu Cebu, Park Inn by Radisson Clark, Park Inn by Radisson Davao, Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo, Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA, Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod, and the SMX Convention Centers (SMX Manila, SMX Aura, SMX Bacolod, SMX Davao, Olongapo City Convention Center, SMX Clark) and trade halls (Megatrade Hall and Sky Hall Seaside Cebu).
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About Radisson Hotel Group
The Radisson family of brands can be found around the world in more than 120 countries, with currently over 1,700 hotels in operation and under development. Radisson Hotel Group operates the business in EMEA and APAC with over 1,150 hotels in operation and under development. The international hotel group is rapidly growing with a plan to significantly grow the portfolio. The Group’s overarching brand promise is Every Moment Matters with a signature Yes I Can! service ethos.
The Radisson family of brands portfolio includes Radisson Collection, art’otel, Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Radisson Individuals, Park Plaza, Park Inn by Radisson, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, and prizeotel brought together under one commercial umbrella brand Radisson Hotels.
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At Radisson Hotel Group we care for people, communities and planet and aim to be Net Zero by 2050 based on the approved near-term Science Based Targets. With unique solutions such as 100% carbon neutral Radisson Meetings, we make sustainable hotel stays easy.
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About Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA
Part of the Radisson Hotel Group, Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA features 236 contemporary and comfortable rooms and suites catering to various types of guests, from business travelers, leisure guests to extended stays.
Strategically located in the heart of Quezon City, an up-and-coming Information and Communication Technology (ICT) capital, the hotel offers a range of facilities including three dining options, two outdoor swimming pools, a 24-hour fitness center and flexible function spaces that can cater for events of up to 660 persons. The hotel also enjoys direct connectivity to the SM City North EDSA shopping complex.
Find out more information about Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/park-inn-edsa-quezon