Human Resources Asia Pacific

April 12, 2022

Interview with CEO of Accor Pacific Sarah Derry

Here at the Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School (BMIHMS) we're kicking offthe first Leadership Speaker Series of 2022 with an exclusive interview with a titan of the hotelindustry, the newly appointed CEO of Accor Pacific Sarah Derry.Our BMIHMS community of staff, students and alumni will get unique access to a global hotelleader to hear about her path to success and what’s next.Sarah’s 30-minute talk, hosted by Associate Professor Simon Pawson, Associate Dean ofHospitality, was live streamed on Facebook and YouTube.

BMIHMS

Australia

Press Release

April 1, 2022

Hilton Awarded as ‘Best Workplace for Women in Greater China™’ for Third Consecutive Year

Hilton, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, was today named the “Best Workplace for Women in Greater China™” for the third consecutive year by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture. The recognition is a testament to Hilton’s commitment to supporting the personal and professional growth of its female team members, which has enabled Hilton to become an employer of choice for female professionals all around the world.

Hilton

China

Opinion Article

February 28, 2022

HVS Monday Musings: Indian Hospitality Sector – Skill Shortage to Hinder Recovery and Growth

The Indian hospitality industry has grown rapidly in recent decades, employing 8.8% of the country’s workforce in 2019. However, the industry has long struggled with a shortage of trained workforce although several students emerge from hospitality colleges each year. The demand-supply equations are daunting even though the sector has tried to close the gap over the years. As per a Ministry of Tourism study, the manpower shortage in 2018 was 2.6 million, and the sector is staring at a deficit of 1.1 million in 2025, posing a significant threat to the sector's recovery post-COVID. Several factors have contributed to this, and the situation is expected to get worse post the pandemic.

By Dipti Mohan and Mandeep Lamba

India

Press Release

February 28, 2022

W Hotels Takes a Leading Role in The Celebration of World Pride

Whoever you are, wherever you are, you’re welcome at W Hotels. The trailblazing luxury lifestyle brand continues its longstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion by extending its support with Australia’s longest running LGBTQIA+ organisation, the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. W Hotels will be a major champion of the celebration in 2022, 2023, and 2024, adding the brand’s magnetic energy and long-standing passion for music to the world-famous festival and parade.

Marriott

Sydney, Australia

Press Release

January 5, 2022

The Lexicon Group of Institutes announces the launch of the Lexicon Institute Of Hotel Management in Pune, Maharashtra

The Lexicon Group of Institutes, one of India’s leading education hubs is soon going to launch the Lexicon Institute of Hotel Management in Pune, Maharashtra – a hotel management college which is ‘By the Hoteliers and For the Hoteliers’. Distinguished leaders and veterans of the hospitality industry have come together to establish this institute which is set to bring in a new dawn for hospitality education in India.

The Lexicon Institute Of Hotel Management

India

Press Release

January 3, 2022

IHCL, in Collaboration with Confederation Of Indian Industry (CII) and EHL, Switzerland, Will Impart Vocational Education to Hospitality Students

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and EHL Education Group, Switzerland have collaborated to offer a Professional Diploma Program to hospitality industry students at CII’s Vocational Education and Training by EHL (VET by EHL) Learning Centres across India. The 18-month program offering Swiss quality education will include six months of academics at CII accredited institutes and 12 months of hands-on field experience at select IHCL hotels.

IHCL

India

Press Release

December 3, 2021

Hilton Named Top Best Place to Work for 2nd Consecutive Year in Greater China

This week, Hilton was listed as the top Best Workplaces in Greater China™ 2021 for the second consecutive year by Great Place to Work®, the global research and consulting firm. Amid a challenging year for the hospitality industry, Hilton is the only hospitality company to be within the top 10, continuing its leadership with seven years on the list.

Hilton

China

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December 1, 2021

Accor Podcast Local Voices - Episode 4: Connecting with Indigenous Communities

Accor launches a podcast diving into the stories of the people, places and initiatives from around the world that are shaping the hospitality of tomorrow, creating new innovative and meaningful experiences. Discover the voices of the passionate and dedicated people who bring it all to life.

Accor

Australia

Press Release

November 30, 2021

Accor Australia partners with Year13 to attract, engage and retain Gen Z employees

Accor, Australia’s largest hotel operator, has partnered with Year13, Australia’s largest digital platform for high school leavers, to inspire young Australians to explore the limitless career opportunities within the hospitality industry.

Accor

Australia

Press Release

October 28, 2021

Dusit International partners with leading educational and culinary institutes to develop Thailand's first academy of gastronomy with business incubation facilities - 'The Food School'

Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, is set to expand its hospitality education business in the kingdom with a unique joint venture offering experiential training in Italian, Japanese, and Thai cuisines - plus exclusive incubation services for food and beverage startups - in a state-of-the-art facility in Bangkok.

Dusit

Thailand

Press Release

October 11, 2021

HNtv INSIDERS: Hotel ICON ~ The First 10 years And Beyond

A candid but in-depth discussion between Terence and Richard Hatter, GM of Hotel ICON Hong Kong, and Adjunct Associate Professor at the School of Hospitality Tourism Management – SHTM PolyU, about how Hotel ICON came to be and how it continues to live up to its name in the Hong Kong landscape. They cover a wide range of topics from putting people first and understanding the needs of the customer [CRM], EVs, CSR amid a contactless environment, and the importance of design. James Bond even gets a look-see in their discussion as they entertain thoughts of a nice Cigar to cap the session.

Hospitality Net

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

External Article

October 7, 2021

Hotel ICON Hong Kong - A test bed for hospitality innovation

If ever a hotel could lay claim to such a brave name - not to mention bold strapline - it would be one designed by Terence Conran, Rocco Yim, William Lim, Vivienne Tam, Barney Cheng and Patrick Blanc. It would also house one of the world's only integrated teaching facilities, with over 2,000 students, and it would be an unrivalled showcase for Hong Kong's culture. From the unequivocal brand statement – Unlike any other – to the sleek identity system and engaging guest items, Richard Hatter’s creative vision is very much in evidence at Hotel ICON. Starting from the ground upwards, Richard spent 24 months helping to strategise, design and build the ICON brand. Since its opening Hotel ICON has enjoyed considerable critical acclaim and business success.

bodw.com (Hong Kong Design Centre)

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

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September 28, 2021

Millennium Hotels And Resorts Achieves 100% Vaccination Rate

Ahead of the new “Vaccinate or Regular Testing” regime that comes into effect on 1 October, Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) in Singapore hasachieved a 100% vaccination rate for its frontline employees.

Millennium

Singapore

Press Release

September 14, 2021

IHG Hotels & Resorts form strategic partnership with APSN

IHG Hotels & Resorts and APSN (fka Association for Persons with Special Needs) are proud to announce a strategic partnership to provide support, jobs and training for APSN’s students and trainees across all IHG hotels in Singapore.

IHG

Singapore

HN Original

World Panel Human Touch in Hospitality

How are Airbnb owners competing with hotel brands to engage & retain travelers?

By Robert Reitknecht

Expert Views (5)

July 26, 2021

Sarah Dandashy, Travel Expert & Content Creator, Ask A Concierge

Property owners are really going to have to focus on consistency, strong reviews, and unique experiences. Travelers want to know that they're going to have a great experience, every time. They should also look into increasing their amenities as well.

Anne Conneally, Senior Lecturer, Sheffield Hallam

Homestay providers, have ample opportunity to capitalise on the provision of innovation and personalisation within and throughout their product and service. Many Airbnb hosts, for example, offer an 'open home' policy and that, can serve to be a huge advantage when attracting new guests to their stay.

Robert Reitknecht, Luxury & Boutique Hotel Consultant , HospitalityRenu

Despite competing efforts, Airbnb offers a different type of experience than hotels. Each property is different, which is its own source of demand. Travelers also travel for different reasons, which will influence where they choose to stay as a guest.

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Press Release

July 19, 2021

IHG Hotels & Resorts Invests In Thailand Female Leaders

45% of General Managers are women with focus on home-grown talent : IHG Hotels & Resorts has strengthened its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) by investing further in female leaders in Thailand – with 45% of General Manager roles now held by women.

IHG

Thailand

Press Release

July 2, 2021

Hilton Named One Of Sri Lanka’s Best Workplaces

Today, global research and consulting firm Great Place to Work® announced Hilton’s placement on this year’s Best Workplaces in Sri Lanka list. This is the second time that Hilton has been named one of Sri Lanka’s Best Workplaces.

Hilton

Sri Lanka

Opinion Article

June 22, 2021

Taking Care Of The Key Assets, The Taj Way!

November 26, 2008 is etched as a black letter day in the history of hotels in India. It would not be wrong to say that before that date and largely after it too, most parts of India have been considered safe and essentially terror free. Still, that red mark in our recent history plays heavily on our minds and the ecosystem we live in.

By L. Aruna Dhir, Author of Bestselling Memoir - "Hotel Adventures with the Stars" and Columnist, YouTube Show Host of "High Priestess of Hedonism", L. Aruna Dhir

India

Opinion Article

June 8, 2021

India: Evolving the Service Playbook

As the hotel sector prepares for life after the second wave (W2), we must recognise that this was not the same as W1.

By Vijay Thacker, Managing Director Horwath HTL India, Horwath

India

Press Release

May 27, 2021

Centara Gears Up To Welcome International Travellers Back To Phuket With Vaccination Push For All Hotel Staff

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, confirms all eligible Centara staff working in its Phuket hotels and resorts have been fully vaccinated in preparation of the arrival of international travellers in July 2021.

Centara

Thailand