The Future Leaders Challenge (FLC) – the finals 2026 has concluded in Dubai, bringing together hospitality and tourism students, educators, industry leaders and public-sector stakeholders for an international gathering focused on the future of talent and human capital development in the sector. Held from 9-12 February aboard the Queen Elizabeth 2, the finals took place […] More
Sustainability is no longer a peripheral issue in gastronomy. It has become a prerequisite for credibility and responsibility. Amid growing environmental pressure, resource depletion, and rapidly evolving societal expectations, the role of the chef is no longer limited to elevating a product: it begins well before that, with the choice of ingredients, and extends far […] More
Last June, Philippe Vignon took up his role as Managing Director of Glion Institute of Higher Education, bringing with him more than 30 years of international experience at the helm of major organisations across the tourism, aviation, media and education sectors. His career highlights include key leadership roles such as General Manager Commercial at easyJet, CEO at Geneva […] More
With fresh budgets in play, plans made and targets set, the start of a new year is always the ideal time for organisations in the hospitality sector to take stock and review their preferred supplier list to make sure they’re ready for the challenges ahead. And whether it’s pricing, equipment performance or taking advantage of […] More
France took second place in The World Artisan Gelato Championship 2026, held from 16 to 20 January in Rimini, Italy, as part of SIGEP WORLD, the leading international event dedicated to excellence in the foodservice industry. This world-class achievement further highlights France’s expertise in artisanal gelato and pastry, as well as the contribution of Allan […] More
By Mikèle Landry, Head of Luxury Brand Strategy specialisation at Glion Institute of Higher Education. There is no business quite like the business of luxury. It is not just the glamour, or the rarified service levels, it is also the unique psychology of the customer-brand relationship and the influence this has on brand strategy. I […] More
Sommet Education, the world-leading network of hospitality management and culinary arts institutions including Glion Institute of Higher Education, Les Roches, École Ducasse, Indian School of Hospitality and Invictus Education, is pleased to announce the appointment of Spencer Coles as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr Coles, who officially takes up his role on 16th […] More
There are important new rules for electrical installations coming into place next year, designed to improve safety, energy efficiency and the future readiness of the UK’s electrical systems. For businesses, this means any future electrical work—such as installing energy storage, upgrading IT systems or improving building efficiency—will need to meet these new safety and performance […] More
There are important new rules for electrical installations coming into place next year, designed to improve safety, energy efficiency and the future readiness of the UK’s electrical systems. For businesses, this means any future electrical work—such as installing energy storage, upgrading IT systems or improving building efficiency—will need to meet these new safety and performance […] More
November 2025 – In line with its strategic plan FIRST 2030, Adagio is strengthening its leadership in the aparthotel market and continuing to expand its network. Today, Adagio have announced a partnership with real estate services group Sergic to manage nine real estate assets in France. This partnership allows Adagio to increase the number of […] More
Cooking is often seen as the art of gesture, the mastery of technique and individual creativity. Yet, the success of a great chef relies above all on their ability to orchestrate a brigade in harmony. In a world shaped by globalisation, the environmental crisis, and the profound transformation of new generations’ expectations, the chef must […] More
Glion Institute of Higher Education has announced a series of strategic appointments that support its academic development and international positioning. Two new faculty members have joined the institution in Switzerland: Dr Evrim de Groot and Dr Alessio Delpero, while Vaibhav Rustagi has been appointed as the new Campus Director of Glion London. These additions reflect […] More