Meeting the next generation of hospitality leaders

Embracing Technological-Evolution in Hospitality

Earlier this month, our Head of Relationships, Pete Saunders, had the opportunity to present to the North Yorkshire Hospitality Junior Board, a board of talented young managers aged 20-26 from pubs, hotels and restaurants across the region.

Pete discussed the evolution of technology and its adoption in the hospitality industry, as well as the challenges and opportunities he expects over the next five years.

The meeting in Malham, North Yorkshire, consisted of 11 leading young Managers from the Hospitality Junior Board, an organisation designed to support, develop and advocate for young people working in the industry in the UK. The member’s mission is to make hospitality the career of choice for young people by identifying future leaders, helping them to build life skills, promoting the industry and influencing decision makers in the sector.

Embracing Technological-Evolution in Hospitality - Presentation

What was the focus of the presentation?

Pete spoke with board members about the growing role of technology within the hospitality industry and the huge benefits of software for all team members both front and back of house. He also discussed the opportunities software can provide and the challenges facing the sector over the coming years.

He said: “When I was asked to present at the Hospitality Junior Board meeting, I jumped at the opportunity. It was inspiring to meet the next generation of hospitality professionals and gain insight into their mission to support and advocate for young people as they progress with their careers.

“The development of tech in this sector will directly impact these Managers and their teams, so it was great to discuss Zonal, our software products and our ethos and hear their thoughts and concerns on topics such as AI, and the changes technology will inevitably bring about for them.”