The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) is now accepting nominations for the 2016 Young Leader Award presented at the International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF) in Berlin, Germany on 8 March 2016.
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- 35 years of age or younger, born on or after 1 January 1981
- Has been working in a hospitality-related field
- Is recognised by leaders in the hospitality field as an emerging leader
- Has either been part of a team or individually completed an important hospitality project
To nominate a candidate, please complete the nomination form. The deadline for submissions is midnight GMT on 19 January 2016. Please note that all candidates need to be nominated by a sponsor from within their organisation or by someone with direct work experience with the nominee.
“It is our mission to contribute to the advancement of the hospitality industry, which is why it is so important for us to recognise and encourage emerging leaders. We are proud of this continued partnership with IHIF and the exceptional young talent that has been awarded over the years. Every year we look forward to being inspired by the nominees who are shaping the future of our industry,” said Andrea Belfanti, Executive Director of ISHC.
Tess Pearson, Event Director of Questex Media Group, the hosts of IHIF commented: “As IHIF celebrates its 19th year, it remains highly important to us to consider the legacy of the event. The Young Leader Award is an opportunity to do this and we’re delighted to once again be working with the ISHC on this initiative and look forward to receiving the nominations”.
The IHIF Conference will be held 7-9 March 2016 at the InterContinental Berlin.
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About ISHC
The International Society of Hospitality Consultants is truly The Leading Source for Global Hospitality Expertise, represented by over two hundred of the industry’s most respected professionals from across six continents. Collectively, ISHC members provide expert services in over fifty functional areas and have specialized skills in virtually every segment of the hospitality industry. ISHC is dedicated to promoting the highest quality of professional consulting standards and practices for the hospitality industry. Candidates undergo a rigorous screening process, ensuring that all ISHC members have a reputation of integrity and are qualified by their experience, training and knowledge to develop and express sound judgment on industry issues. Additional information about the organisation, along with a directory of ISHC members, is available on the ISHC website at ishc.com.
About Questex LLC
The International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF), produced by Questex LLC, is the premier hotel investment conference in the world, attracting the most prominent international hotel owners, investors, financiers, management companies, tourism and government officials and advisers. Held in Berlin every March, the three-day event is attended by nearly 2,000 people from over 70 countries. Tactical education and networking functions deliver a powerful return on investment, valuable connections and opportunities for business expansion. Participants gain knowledge of industry trends, available financing and prospective growth markets from experts in the hotel industry. Other events within the IHIF series include: North America Hotel Investment Conference (NATHIC), Asia Pacific Hotel Investment Conference (APHIC), RHIC: Russia & CIS Hotel Investment Conference (co-hosted with Bench Events) and MR&H: Mediterranean Resort & Hotel Real Estate Forum (co-hosted with Bench Events). For more information, visit ihif.com.
About IHIF
The International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF), produced by Questex in partnership with Bench Events, is the premier hotel investment conference in the world, attracting the most prominent international hotel owners, investors, financiers, management companies, tourism and government officials and advisers. Held in Berlin every March, the three-day event is attended by nearly 2,000 people from over 70 countries. Tactical education and networking functions deliver a powerful return on investment, valuable connections and opportunities for business expansion. Participants gain knowledge of industry trends, available financing and prospective growth markets from experts in the hotel industry. Other events within the IHIF series include: North America Hotel Investment Conference (NATHIC), Asia Pacific Hotel Investment Conference (APHIC), Russia & CIS Hotel Investment Conference (RHIC) and Mediterranean Resort & Hotel Real Estate Forum (MR&H). For more information, visit ihif.com.