VLC Group, owner of multiple Phuket hotels including Marriott properties, will develop NLCS Phuket as a premium boarding school for Thai and international families.
We as an industry need to focus on careers and not only jobs. What we have found is that a solid education in hospitality including an internship can prepare people for any service sector career opportunity, hospitality and tourism, retail, healthcare etc.
Hospitality’s talent crisis is not about supply; it is about signalling. For too long, the sector, still dominated by fragmented, family-run SMEs, has relied on informal narratives and outdated assumptions about “passion” and “hard work,” rather than articulating a compelling, modern value proposition.
The perception issue is compelling. Perception matters, especially among Gen Z, but it is often shaped by lived experiences, labor market signals, and what students observe through internships, part-time jobs, and social narratives.Based on my experience working with students, many are not aware of the variety of career opportunities in hospitality.
Applications open until June 15, 2026, with the winner receiving board seat, PTM sponsorship, and global mentorship opportunities.
BMIHMS rose to No. 1 in Australia for Hospitality and Leisure Management, ranking No. 21 globally and No. 3 in Asia in the 2026 QS World University Rankings.
Hilton will open five new Malaysian properties in 2026, including debuts for Waldorf Astoria and Conrad brands in Kuala Lumpur.
Accor has hired 35 people with cognitive disabilities across Australia through its Diversity Pathways program, partnering with Flinders University.
Accor's Adrian Williams was named Australasian Hotelier of the Year while the company claimed Accommodation Chain of the Year for the fourth consecutive time.
Accor will sell 5,000+ limited-edition socks across Australian hotels with all proceeds funding additional beds in domestic violence shelters.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has entered into a strategic partnership with The Job Plus and the Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) to skill and empower young people from underserved communities, creating meaningful career opportunities for them in the service and hospitality industry. This marks the beginning of a long-term partnership aimed at driving sustained youth employability in India, particularly within the hospitality sector.
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, has partnered with ESSEC Academy, Singapore to launch a tailored leadership development initiative.
Far East Hospitality has announced the retirement of its Managing Director, Mr. Arthur Kiong for 31 December 2025. Mr. Kiong, previously Chief Executive Officer, will hand over the role of Managing Director to its Deputy Managing Director, Mr. Mark Rohner and assume the role of Consultant from 1 January to 30 April 2026. These changes are part of Far East Orchard’s strategic succession planning for sustainable long-term growth.
Chalet Hotels Limited, a leading owner, developer, and asset manager of high-end hotels in India, has announced the launch of ‘Lakshya – Aim. Lead. Achieve.’, a 15-month Management Trainee Program that aims at creating a strong leadership pipeline for the evolving hospitality sector. It is designed to attract and groom high-potential talent, offering a rigorous, multi-stage development experience that combines cross-functional learning, leadership exposure, and operational training across Chalet’s premium hotel and corporate portfolio.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT), Asia’s fastest-growing hospitality company, has once again been recognized as India's #1 Company to Work For by Great Place to Work. This marks the third consecutive year Hilton has achieved this honor, making it the only hospitality company in India to achieve this distinction. It reflects the company’s consistent leadership in fostering a culture of purpose, wellbeing, inclusion and growth.
In a landmark achievement that underscores its commitment to its transformative workplace culture, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has claimed the top position on the Best Workplaces In Vietnam™ 2025 list in the medium-sized company category. This milestone marks the first time the leading hospitality company has reached the top spot in the country, advancing from its No. 2 ranking last year.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) is today proud to launch its ‘myBenefits’ programme in Japan – a strategic initiative to enhance its colleague offer and attract the next generation of talent to its hotels.
China continues to promote the development of inclusive workplaces and fair employment opportunities amidst socio-economic growth. Centered on its corporate philosophy of “True Hospitality for Good”, IHG Hotels & Resorts is committed to creating a diverse, equal and inclusive working environment for its employees. To support the development of rural communities, IHG deepens its cooperation with Ant Foundation and jointly supports the “Cyber Mulan” Homestay Manager Training Project. Offering more comprehensive resources and diversified career paths, the program aims to provide career opportunities for women in the industry.
On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the tripartite Master of Science in Global Hospitality Business (MGH) programme, three international leaders of hospitality and tourism education – the School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), EHL Hospitality Business School (EHL) in Switzerland, and the Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership at the University of Houston (UH), USA – have come together to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to ensure the continuation of this innovative educational strategy.
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, announced a strategic partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IITJMU) to upskill and empower youth in the field of HVAC technology. The comprehensive training program is aimed at equipping youth in the community with the skills necessary to excel in the hospitality industry.
IHG Hotels & Resorts and APSN strengthens their long-term strategic partnership with a three-year MOU renewal agreement to support APSN’s students and trainees across all IHG hotels and its office in Singapore.
BWH Hotels today announced that Harry Dong has been named the new President and CEO of BWH Hotels China (Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan), Mongolia, and Nepal. Dong has been with BWH for over 16 years, previously managing procurement, quality analysis, and project development for property hotels in this region. His father, William Dong, previously held this role.