HSMAI Europe appoints Yana Kyrylyuk as Young Talent Program Manager to coordinate initiatives like the Commercial Career Start Program and Connecting Future Leaders for hospitality professionals under 35.
Accor launches its 15th TakeOff! Challenge, inviting students globally to design innovative guest experience solutions focused on first impressions, welcome, and housekeeping standards.
The MLA's 2026 Stars of the Industry event at Fenway Park drew 450+ attendees and honored top hotel employees, managers, and programs across Massachusetts, including an inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award class.
Accor has enrolled 32 Australian hotels in Welcome With Pride's LGBTIQ+ inclusion training program, targeting 50 by end of 2026, with staff reporting double-digit gains in confidence and engagement.
Doug Kennedy's free 40-minute webcast on June 19 trains reservations staff to quote dynamic rates, handle objections, and prevent bookings from shifting to OTAs.
Booking.com research across 13,000+ respondents finds 45% of LGBTQ+ business travelers have hidden their identity for safety, and 42% have turned down career opportunities due to inadequate employer protections.
HSMAI Foundation research finds hospitality students self-teach AI through experimentation but rate their academic programs' preparation at just 2.78 out of 5, signaling a readiness gap for employers.
PATA's new self-paced online programme offers short courses on ESG and AI-powered marketing, targeting tourism professionals from entry-level to senior roles across Asia Pacific.
VLC Group, owner of multiple Phuket hotels including Marriott properties, will develop NLCS Phuket as a premium boarding school for Thai and international families.
UN Tourism partners with Fundación Mahou San Miguel to offer 2,000 free training places for Spanish hospitality professionals via WhatsApp messaging.
Newport Hospitality Group's annual leadership retreat in Myrtle Beach focused on their "Living Hospitality" philosophy, emphasizing empathy and authentic service while recognizing top performers across their portfolio.
The Staffing Agency report reveals Canadian hospitality spending reached $104 billion in 2025, but operators struggle with high turnover despite hiring above pre-pandemic levels.
Kennedy Training Network offers free webcast series on hospitality communication skills and sales techniques, sponsored by Travel Outlook and Track Hospitality Software.
Kline led franchise development for 12 years at My Place Hotels and sold over 800 franchise units during his 40-year hospitality career.
Regent's University London research finds 58% of hospitality recruiters prefer hiring graduates with personal referrals over cold applications.
Spain recorded over €4 billion in hotel investment last year, 50% higher than 2024, ranking second in Europe behind the UK.
GBTA replaces its Member Hub with Community+ and adds Learning platform, offering AI-powered resources and GTP certification pathways.
ISHC and IHIF recognized Ina Plunien from Cain for her expertise across hospitality investment lifecycle and commitment to mentoring junior talent.
Applications open until June 15, 2026, with the winner receiving board seat, PTM sponsorship, and global mentorship opportunities.
The AHLA Foundation's annual women's leadership event drew 1,000 hospitality professionals to Atlanta, featuring 50+ speakers and 20 breakout sessions focused on advancing women in executive roles.