I’M Hotel, one of the leading independent hospitality brands in the Philippines, has been awarded as one of the Best Workplaces™ in the Philippines for 2025 by Great Place to Work®.
In a prestigious event held on March 27th, I’M Hotel proudly secured the third spot among the top 15 Best Workplaces™ in the Philippines under the small company category. The event, which celebrates workplace excellence, is a testament to I’M Hotel’s commitment to fostering a positive and supportive environment for its employees. This recognition places the hotel at the forefront of corporate culture, setting the stage for continued growth and innovation in the hospitality industry.
The theme of the event, “Change Happens Here,” underscores the transformational power of prioritizing employees’ well-being and engagement. This theme is more than just a slogan—it is a movement. When leaders focus on creating an environment of trust, they ignite innovation, collaboration, and resilience—key ingredients for navigating the ever-evolving workplace landscape. For I’M Hotel, this theme resonates deeply with its commitment to building a workplace that adapts to change, fosters growth, and enables its employees to thrive.
From right to left: I’M Hotel Operations Manager Jonnel Nicolas, General Manager Melissa Lim, Marketing Manager Rieh Argel.
Executive Leaders’ Panel Discussion: Forging Trust & Technology for a Transformative Workplace
In addition to the award presentation, the event featured an insightful panel discussion with distinguished leaders, including Francis Kong, renowned writer and leadership expert, and three other panelists from the list of awardees. Among the panelists was I’M Hotel’s General Manager, Melissa Lim, who shared valuable insights into how I’M Hotel integrates trust and technology to foster a transformative workplace.
The session, titled “Step Right Up: Forging Trust & Technology for a Transformative Workplace,” explored the intersection of technological advancement and building a culture of trust within organizations. The panelists emphasized the importance of leveraging modern tools while maintaining a strong foundation of trust and collaboration within teams.
During the discussion, I’M Hotel’s General Manager emphasized the crucial role trust plays in an ever-evolving business landscape. “Now more than ever, maintaining trust is super relevant. In the advent of AI and new technologies coming into play, it is vital for us to stick to the fundamentals in terms of growing our business. People represent the heart of our business. While we keep an eye on the horizon for new technologies and disruptions, we must ensure we are not blindsided by the fundamentals. We must remain trustworthy as an employer,” said Melissa Lim.
With the hospitality industry continually evolving, I’M Hotel continues to lead by example, focusing on innovation and employee engagement to ensure a thriving and future-ready workforce.
Great Place To Work is a global leader in workplace culture, helping organizations create a consistently and overwhelmingly positive employee experience. We offer recognition and tools to help leaders and organizations elevate their employer brands, capture and understand employee experiences, build cultures that retain talent, and unlock the potential of every employee.
