Maica la'O

Maica La'O is a seasoned professional in the hospitality industry with extensive experience in sales, operations, and strategic planning. Currently serving as the Director of Sales for APAC at Cloudbeds since October 2017, Maica has successfully scaled a team and consistently achieved ambitious targets. As the founder of The Good Life Goods Traders Inc. and FLYON Premium Luggage, Maica leads a D2C e-commerce venture focused on premium luggage. Previous roles include Business and Operations Development at Oak Drive Hotels and Resorts, where Maica managed the development of notable accommodations, and founder of MNL Hostels and Second Wind Bed, Bunk and Breakfast, leading various operational and project development initiatives. Maica began the professional journey at Agoda as a Market Manager, enhancing online hotel reservations. Education includes a certificate from Cornell University in Strategic Leadership for the Hospitality Professional, a Master’s in Entrepreneurship from Ateneo Graduate School of Business, and a Bachelor of Science from the University of the Philippines, graduating Cum Laude.