Michelle Lazaro: Shaping Okada Manila’s Legacy

 "Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your charge." — Simon Sinek

Michelle Lazaro just stepped into a role—she stepped into a legacy. As the Corporate Secretary of Tiger Resorts, Leisure and Entertainment Inc. (TRLEI), Michelle carries forward the monumental vision of her late father, Manuel “Lolong” Lazaro, the former Chairman of Okada Manila. His influence was more than administrative—it was transformative, helping shape Okada Manila into one of Asia’s premier integrated resorts.

More Than a Role—A Responsibility

Michelle Lazaro's work is about compliance and governance. It’s about preserving integrity, championing transparency, and upholding a culture of excellence. She oversees board operations, stakeholder engagement, and policy adherence, ensuring the engine of Okada Manila runs with precision.

But what truly sets her apart is the heart she brings to the role. Her father’s principles guide her decisions, and every task she handles reflects an unwavering commitment to the legacy he left behind.

The Backbone of Corporate Excellence

With a sharp legal mind and a profound understanding of the hospitality and gaming landscape. Michelle Lazaro is instrumental in aligning TRLEI’s strategic goals with operational compliance. Her leadership strengthens Okada Manila’s governance framework, ensuring the resort’s reputation remains untarnished in a fast-paced, highly regulated industry. Here’s a glimpse into the framework Michelle is building at Okada Manila:

• Corporate policy innovation that keeps operations agile and ready.

• Strategic partnerships are expanding Okada Manila’s global presence.

• Legal expertise enabling sustainable, responsible growth.

• Leadership integrity that builds trust at every level.

• Sustainability-driven governance balancing profit with purpose.

• Robust compliance systems protect and enhance brand equity.

• Future-ready risk strategies ensure long-term stability.
  
  

Michelle Lazaro's work is often behind the scenes, but it is the foundation that drives Okada Manila's ongoing success, making her one of the true unsung heroes of the resort’s bright future.

Her quiet yet powerful influence builds confidence among stakeholders, from boardrooms to business partners. Proof that effective leadership doesn’t always need a spotlight to shine.

Building the Future, Honoring the Past

“Success is when legacy outlives the leader.” — Michelle's actions echo this sentiment.

Her vision for Okada Manila is rooted in her father’s past achievements—it’s aimed squarely at the future. She is determined to keep the resort at the forefront of innovation, luxury, and operational brilliance.

Through her leadership, TRLEI is just maintaining standards—it’s setting them.

A Daughter, A Leader, A Legacy Keeper

Michelle Lazaro’s journey at Okada Manila is more than professional—it’s deeply personal. She stands as a beacon of strength, continuity, and resilience. Her presence ensures that the values instilled by her father live on, infused in every policy, every meeting, and every decision that shapes the future of the resort.

In honoring her father’s legacy, Michelle Lazaro is creating her own—a legacy of thoughtful leadership, empowered governance, and a vision rooted in tradition and transformation.