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Attracting Hospitality Business Students to 'Commercial' Careers: Insights From the 2023 Fall HSMAI Faculty Forums - By Rob Kwortnik

In the fall of 2023 the HSMAI Foundation engaged faculty from colleges and universities in the Americas, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region to address how the industry could better support faculty efforts to educate and motivate students to pursue careers in commercial fields. Faculty expressed the need for ongoing information about current industry knowledge and practice, including case studies, digital assets, and access to industry professionals as guest speakers.

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Shaping the Future of Hospitality: Key Takeaways from HSMAI Americas Faculty Forums

HSMAI Foundation hosted a series of three Americas Faculty forums, with faculty specializing in hospitality sales, marketing, and revenue education. We gathered each group to discuss emerging trends, prevailing challenges, and how HSMAI and the HSMAI Foundation can partner to shape the future of hospitality education. These discussions highlighted a shift towards integrating technological advancements and strategic thinking into the curriculum.