After first beginning her career in the Philippines before relocating to the UAE in 2007, Aquiatan has gained more than 10 years of experience in the hospitality industry.

She initially began at Ramada Hotel Bur Dubai before joining Millennium Plaza Hotel Dubai in 2011 as sales and marketing executive.

Most recently, Aquiatan held the position of cluster assistant marketing communications manager at Ramada Plaza Jumeirah Beach and Ramada Sharjah.