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Hospitality Leaders Push for Talent Rebranding and Growth

11/1/2025

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At the Skift Global Forum East in Abu Dhabi, hospitality leaders seek to rebrand the industry to attract talent.
They urge empowering frontline staff with non-monetary rewards and growth opportunities, emphasizing emotional intelligence and cross-functional training amid AI.
In Scotland, the Hospitality Industry Trust launched Executive and Leadership Development Programmes to redefine sector leadership.
Supported by industry partners, the programs equip leaders with skills for future challenges, boosting Scotland's standing.

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Story summary

At the Skift Global Forum East in Abu Dhabi, hospitality leaders seek to rebrand the industry to attract talent.
They urge empowering frontline staff with non-monetary rewards and growth opportunities, emphasizing emotional intelligence and cross-functional training amid AI.
In Scotland, the Hospitality Industry Trust launched Executive and Leadership Development Programmes to redefine sector leadership.
Supported by industry partners, the programs equip leaders with skills for future challenges, boosting Scotland's standing.