Dear APacCHRIE members and friends
I am honoured to lead APacCHRIE in the pursuit of excellence in hospitality and tourism education, research, and industry practice.
As we emerge from the shadow of Covid-19 and face the development of new technologies and challenges, the world is changing at an unprecedented pace. Today, more than ever, people are seeking the connection and experiences that hospitality and tourism provide. The opportunities that hospitality and tourism offer are enormous, touching on the economic, cultural and social aspects of our communities, nations, and region.
We, as an organisation with members from across Asia-Pacific, have an opportunity to make our region a more sustainable place, enriching the lives of all our people and communities, and delivering a sector that is financially self-sustaining for the longer term. At the local level, we aim to enhance the lives of individuals and to encourage entrepreneurship and innovation in the development of new products, services, and experiences that lead to a thriving small business ecosystem. In pursuit of excellence in hospitality and tourism education, research, and industry practise at a national, regional, and global level, we enable people to connect from all corners of the world, fostering international understanding and cooperation. This interconnectedness has the potential to promote peace, diplomacy, cross-cultural understanding, and cooperation.
With a talented and experienced board of APacCHRIE directors and a community of members from more than 18 nations and regions, we have the ability and expertise to lead the way in creating thriving and sustainable communities through both local and international connections. I look forward to working with you to achieve our goals.
Together, we can do this.
Warren Goodsir
APacCHRIE President