Career Panel: Travel & Hospitality

Synopsis

Hospitality and tourism play an important role in creating meaningful experiences for travellers and people. Whether through welcoming visitors, promoting cultural exchange, or creating events and experiences these sectors offer rewarding careers for those who enjoy working with people and contributing to a greater purpose.

Description

Join an open dialogue with professionals from the hospitality, tourism, and non-profit sectors as they share their experiences working in diverse roles, from hotels and attractions to travel, events. Panelists will discuss the day-to-day realities of their work, the skills needed to thrive, and how their industries create value for individuals, communities, and society.

Hear about the different pathways into hospitality, tourism, the skills required to succeed, and the opportunities and challenges of building a career in people-focused industries. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions and gain a deeper understanding of the diverse career opportunities available across these sectors.

Takeaways

• Understand the different career pathways within hospitality, tourism, and the non-profit sector

• Learn about opportunities in hotels, travel, events, attractions

• Gain insight into the communication, problem-solving, and people management skills valued by employers

• Explore the opportunities and challenges of working in service-oriented and careers

• Hear firsthand experiences from professionals across the hospitality & tourism

Who Should Attend

• Youth under 30 who are curious about careers in tourism and hospitality

• Students interested in tourism management, culinary arts, international relations

• Anyone keen to learn how to be a part of a dynamic career relating to travel and hospitality