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Manila, Philippines, 15 October 2025 – Chroma Hospitality, the management company behind Crimson Hotels &amp; Resorts, Quest Hotels &amp; Resorts, Timberland Highlands Resort, and the newly launched Grafik Hotel Collection, celebrated its 10th anniversary, Chroma at 10: A Decade of Brilliance, held at the Crimson Grand Ballroom, Crimson Hotel Filinvest City Manila.&nbsp;The milestone event coincided with the 70th anniversary of Filinvest Development Corporation, marking a significant year that celebrates both Filinvest’s enduring legacy and Chroma’s decade of hospitality excellence.&nbsp;The evening gathered an esteemed roster of guests including media partners, top clients, and executives from Filinvest Development Corporation and its subsidiaries. The celebration was made even more meaningful with the presence of Mr. Joseph Yap and Mrs. Josephine Gotianun-Yap, Vice Chairperson of the Board of Filinvest Development Corporation, who joined the festivities to honor Chroma’s decade of growth, innovation, and Filipino pride.<figure data-trix-attachment="{&quot;contentType&quot;:&quot;image/webp&quot;,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;download (1).webp&quot;,&quot;filesize&quot;:60428,&quot;height&quot;:400,&quot;href&quot;:&quot;https://haspcms-chroma-hospitality.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/8yJtBF5eFAEmqiYnyUJnfbnzmbqaNt3bIyGLZXRE.webp&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://haspcms-chroma-hospitality.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/8yJtBF5eFAEmqiYnyUJnfbnzmbqaNt3bIyGLZXRE.webp&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:600}" data-trix-content-type="image/webp" data-trix-attributes="{&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Chroma at 10&quot;,&quot;presentation&quot;:&quot;gallery&quot;}" class="attachment attachment--preview attachment--webp"><a href="https://haspcms-chroma-hospitality.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/8yJtBF5eFAEmqiYnyUJnfbnzmbqaNt3bIyGLZXRE.webp"><img src="https://haspcms-chroma-hospitality.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/8yJtBF5eFAEmqiYnyUJnfbnzmbqaNt3bIyGLZXRE.webp" width="600" height="400"><figcaption class="attachment__caption attachment__caption--edited">Chroma at 10</figcaption></a></figure>One of the highlights of the evening was the presentation of the Circle of Brilliance Awards, recognizing Chroma’s most valued partners from the Corporate, Government, Travel Agency/Wholesale, Online Travel Agency, Airline, and Media segments. These awards symbolize Chroma’s deep appreciation for the partnerships that have been vital to its continued success across the years.&nbsp;Another highlight of the evening was “The Next 10: Chroma in Focus”, a segment presented by James Montenegro, Country Manager of Chroma Hospitality. The presentation unveiled ten exciting updates and plans for the company, including the much-anticipated Crimson Clark, the soon-to-open Grafik Pine House Baguio, and new culinary ventures that continue to expand Chroma’s creative portfolio. These include Recado, a Filipino restaurant in collaboration with Chef Carlos Villaflor; La Loca, a Spanish-inspired dining concept; and Hay Diner, an American-style diner bringing back classic favorites to the Baguio food scene.&nbsp; <figure data-trix-attachment="{&quot;contentType&quot;:&quot;image/webp&quot;,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;download (1) (1).webp&quot;,&quot;filesize&quot;:161466,&quot;height&quot;:953,&quot;href&quot;:&quot;https://haspcms-chroma-hospitality.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/hMDnLhiWpSV6JWLrSbTVRBAkIh6LSx2uBPsxHIR1.webp&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://haspcms-chroma-hospitality.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/hMDnLhiWpSV6JWLrSbTVRBAkIh6LSx2uBPsxHIR1.webp&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:1429}" data-trix-content-type="image/webp" data-trix-attributes="{&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Chroma Hospitality Country Manager, James Montenegro&quot;,&quot;presentation&quot;:&quot;gallery&quot;}" class="attachment attachment--preview attachment--webp"><a href="https://haspcms-chroma-hospitality.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/hMDnLhiWpSV6JWLrSbTVRBAkIh6LSx2uBPsxHIR1.webp"><img src="https://haspcms-chroma-hospitality.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/hMDnLhiWpSV6JWLrSbTVRBAkIh6LSx2uBPsxHIR1.webp" width="1429" height="953"><figcaption class="attachment__caption attachment__caption--edited">Chroma Hospitality Country Manager, James Montenegro</figcaption></a></figure>The segment also celebrated Chroma’s notable achievements, reflecting its continued commitment to excellence and innovation. Among the recent recognitions are the inclusion of Crimson Resort &amp; Spa Mactan in the prestigious Michelin Guide, and the Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence in Travel for both Crimson Resort &amp; Spa Boracay and Crimson Resort &amp; Spa Mactan. In the culinary scene, Chroma’s dining concepts such as Enye and Alibi, among others have been recognized by Tatler Dining for their outstanding cuisine and service. &nbsp;In sustainability, Chroma Hospitality received a Philippine Quill Award for Mindful Hospitality, recognized as the Best Publication for Sustainability. Several Chroma-managed properties, including Quest Plus Conference Center Clark, Quest Hotel &amp; Conference Center Cebu, and Crimson Resort &amp; Spa Mactan, have also earned the Good Travel Seal, a certification that underscores Chroma’s unwavering dedication to sustainable operations and responsible tourism. &nbsp;The announcements culminated with a preview of <a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/11NbckQA9B27x0if8DbEc6mmFWtUBlF1w?usp=sharing">Beyond by Chroma</a>, a mobile app currently in development that will elevate guest engagement, convenience, and loyalty across Chroma’s growing collection of brands.&nbsp;“Ten years. Ten milestones. And countless stories that remind us why we do what we do,” shared James Montenegro, Country Manager of Chroma Hospitality. “Chroma was built on&nbsp;courage and as we step into the next decade, that same courage will take us even further. I look forward to tackling our next decade with all of you.”&nbsp;The event featured special performances by Carla Guevara-Laforteza and a celebratory toast led by Francis Gotianun, First Senior Vice President of Filinvest Hospitality Corporation. The night reflected Chroma’s enduring mission to bring Filipino hospitality to life — warm, innovative, and world-class in every sense.&nbsp;<figure data-trix-attachment="{&quot;contentType&quot;:&quot;image/webp&quot;,&quot;filename&quot;:&quot;download (2).webp&quot;,&quot;filesize&quot;:172046,&quot;height&quot;:951,&quot;href&quot;:&quot;https://haspcms-chroma-hospitality.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/gSIq3g3jmYWUdFxklGD16sIY6XcKQw5LPhBHFdQT.webp&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://haspcms-chroma-hospitality.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/gSIq3g3jmYWUdFxklGD16sIY6XcKQw5LPhBHFdQT.webp&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:1428}" data-trix-content-type="image/webp" data-trix-attributes="{&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;First Senior Vice President, Hotels &amp; Resorts, Francis Gotianun&quot;,&quot;presentation&quot;:&quot;gallery&quot;}" class="attachment attachment--preview attachment--webp"><a href="https://haspcms-chroma-hospitality.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/gSIq3g3jmYWUdFxklGD16sIY6XcKQw5LPhBHFdQT.webp"><img src="https://haspcms-chroma-hospitality.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/gSIq3g3jmYWUdFxklGD16sIY6XcKQw5LPhBHFdQT.webp" width="1428" height="951"><figcaption class="attachment__caption attachment__caption--edited">First Senior Vice President, Hotels &amp; Resorts, Francis Gotianun</figcaption></a></figure>Over the past decade, Chroma has grown from three pioneering hotels into a dynamic portfolio of brands that serve every kind of traveler. Today, its collection includes the world-class Crimson Resorts in Boracay and Mactan, the trusted Quest Hotels in Cebu, Clark, and Tagaytay, the nature-inspired Timberland Highlands Resort in Rizal, and the emerging Grafik Hotel Collection, a design-led brand that celebrates art, storytelling, and local culture.&nbsp;As Chroma looks toward the future, it continues to pursue growth through new destinations, inspired brands, and meaningful experiences that reflect the brilliance of Filipino hospitality for generations to come.&nbsp;

Chroma Hospitality Marks a Decade of Brilliance: Celebrating 10 Remarkable Years of Filipino Hospitality Excellence

Chroma Hospitality Marks a Decade of Brilliance: Celebrating 10 Remarkable Years of Filipino Hospitality Excellence