Phuket Hotels Association, the non-profit organisation of hoteliers targeted on making a constructive future for Phuket, and C9 Hotelworks, the award-winning hospitality consultancy, will proceed to drive the agenda for equality, range and inclusivity in the hospitality business because it hosts the second annual version of “Mind the Gap: Women & Diversity in Hospitality”, an essential and empowering convention that can handle the crucial points going through girls in the office.
Staged on Saturday 31st August 2024 at SAii Laguna Phuket’s Similan Ballroom, this half-day studying event will characteristic a sequence of key talks, frank discussions and immersive workshops that can confront typical considering and create significant options to a spread of points. Leading the dialog will be keynote speaker Anchalika Kijkanakorn, the profitable Founder & Managing Director of Akaryn Hospitality Management Services, an award-winning, wellness-focused boutique resort administration firm, who will focus on the alternatives and challenges of being a “Woman Leader”.
“I am delighted to be part of Mind the Gap, which is such an important summit for women in our industry. There are so many highly successful women in hospitality who are breaking down boundaries and making a positive difference. I look forward to meeting many more inspirational leaders and up-and-coming stars, exchanging ideas and sharing our stories in Phuket on 31 August,” stated Anchalika.
Other audio system will embody outstanding feminine executives and entrepreneurs, in addition to males who’re making a distinction in the struggle for equality. Airline pilot and TEDx speaker Christina Ho will define why “Diversity and Inclusion is Important Today”, whereas Kirsten Fletcher, Australian Consul-General in Phuket, will deal with the subject of “Managing Success at Work and with a Family”, and Nikki Phinyapincha, Founder of TransTalent Consulting Group, will handle the distinctive challenges of being “LBGTQ+ in the Hospitality Workplace”.
Max Simpson, Founder & CEO of Steps, will lead a chat on how hospitality is “Leading the Way for Neurodiverse Employment”, Patteera Maneesri, Vice President of HR & Brand Culture at S Hotels & Resorts, will reveal “The Power of Inspiration” and why the business wants feminine position fashions, and Naureen Ahmed, Founder of Inspiring Women in Hospitality, will spotlight the relevance of “Networking and Building Meaningful Connections”. On the important thing matter of mindfulness, David Boucher of Bumrungrad International Hospital Phuket and Paul Hawco of Banyan Wellness Academy will concentrate on the significance of “Understanding Mental Health and Wellbeing”.
An insightful panel dialogue can even glean the views of three extremely profitable “Female Leaders in the Restaurant Industry”: Samantha Häberli, Founder of Earth House Bangkok & Plant-based Holistic Nutritionist for Soneva, Atchara Wongthai Palleros, Wine Training Manager & Sommelier at Tops Wine Cellar, and Tipaporn Phianthong, Chef de Cuisine at Banyan Group.
Finally, with regards to DEI (Diversity, Inclusion, Equity) coaching, Papungkron Numprasit, F&B Instructor & Supervisor in the Sustainable Hospitality Challenge, Dusit Thani College, will be main “A Short Course on How We Can Embed DEI Training For Our Hospitality Peers”.
“The inaugural edition of Mind the Gap in 2022 was attended by over 100 delegates, which shows how the event captured the imagination of women and men alike. By addressing the critical issues facing women in hospitality, we can provide important input into how professionals can overcome gender-specific challenges, improve their mindfulness, achieve a positive work-life balance, and build highly rewarding professional careers. We look forward to welcoming even more guests to this year’s edition,” stated Jayne MacDougall, Executive Director, Phuket Hotels Association.
“Hospitality has always been an industry where women play a vital role, and this event will gather many of the most talented and successful female leaders. Sadly, it is a worrying fact that women still face challenges in the workplace and that men still command the majority of senior leadership positions. By continuing to raise these important issues, we want to keep the conversation flowing and empower the next generation of women in hospitality to create a bright future for the entire industry,” commented Viona Zhang, Deputy Managing Director, C9 Hotelworks.
“Mind the Gap: Women & Diversity in Hospitality” will happen on Saturday 31st August 2024, from 13.30-17.00 hrs. The event is priced at THB 500 (payable at the door) and THB 100 for college students, with all proceeds being donated to the Phuket Hotels Association’s coaching fund.
