Bridging the skill gap

The Global Association of Events and Hospitality Professionals (GAEHP) was launched recently in Delhi, with an aim to tackle the industry’s skill gap by providing education and practical training to tourism professionals.

Janice Alyosius

The tourism and hospitality industry has been struggling with the shortage of well-trained professionals for a long time now. To address this growing challenge, industry stakeholders have united to form the Global Association of Events and Hospitality Professionals (GAEHP).

This platform has been designed to meet the evolving needs of the industry by focusing on education, skill development, and fostering collaboration to drive innovation and professional growth.

Speaking at the launch of the association in Delhi, Rajesh Arya, President, GAEHP, said, “The main objective of our association is to have a global reach, meaning we aim to cater not just domestically but internationally as well. While there are many associations in India, this one will be global. We cover all verticals, with a primary focus on events and hospitality.”

GAEHP’s ambition is to be a catalyst for growth and innovation, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world experience. “We aim to support new tourism graduates from institutions like IITM. We provide them with both theoretical and practical knowledge, helping them gain real-world experience,” Arya said.