Technologies and social development have been significantly affecting the hospitality, tourism, and event industry in the past few years. Dutch Hotel Schools, University of Applied Sciences, have been seen leading the education and research in the past years in many areas.

Conference attendees will be inspired by all 5 hotel school directors opening panel discussion. They will reflect the current and immediate past development within and outside of their schools. They will also share their thoughts and vision on future education and research to bring the gap closer between talent and the job market, as well as innovation and societal impact is driving institutes to a more sustainable future. We are excited to hear from them and surely this will give inspiration and serves the perfect role as the grand opening of the conference.