Philip James Barnes is the Country General Manager at The Ascott Limited, bringing expertise in hospitality management. Their career reflects a strong focus on leadership and operational strategies within the lodging and resorts sector.

Progressing through various management roles at The Ascott Limited, Philip has demonstrated capabilities in overseeing operations and driving revenue. Their experience includes serving as Deputy Country General Manager and Area General Manager, contributing to the company’s objectives in these capacities.

Prior to these roles, Philip served as General Manager of Ascott Bonifacio Global City and as Residence Manager of Somerset Olympia, Makati, where they focused on managing guest services and ensuring resident satisfaction. Earlier in their career, they held positions such as Assistant Residence Manager of Somerset Gordon Place and Somerset Gordon Heights, and Assistant Guest Service Manager of Somerset On the Pier and Somerset On Salamanca.

Philip’s background is supported by a Master of Business Administration from Glion Institute of Higher Education, along with Bachelor’s degrees from The University of Queensland and the University of Tasmania, and an Advanced Diploma from Drysdale Institute, Tasmania.