Photo caption: Continental Hotels, Abuja
Photo caption: Group General Manager, Continental Hotels, Karl Hala
Continental Hotels Nigeria is championing youth development in the hospitality industry through its comprehensive training programs and mentorship initiatives .
Speaking at the International Hospitality Tourism and Eco-Sustainability Forum (IHTEF) Africa Hotel Expo, hosted by Abuja , Karl Hala, Group General Manager of the company, emphasized the importance of investing in the youth and providing them with opportunities to grow and develop in the hospitality industry.
The Continental Hotel Group manages both Lagos and Abuja Continental with it’s rising profile over the years .
He said the company’s approach to talent development is holistic, focusing on both technical skills and soft skills.
“We believe in career paths, not just payroll numbers. Continental Hotels Nigeria is committed to creating career maps for young talents, providing mentorship, training academies, and skills acceleration programs ” he said
The company’s goal , he maintained is clear: to create a future where young Nigerians can proudly say, “I was trained, mentored, and celebrated by Nigerian hotels – and now I lead on the global stage.
“By investing in the youth, Continental Hotels Nigeria is building a strong foundation for the future of the hospitality industry in Nigeria.” Kala said
He believes that Nigeria has the potential to become a hub for hospitality excellence, with young Nigerians being trained and mentored to become leaders in the industry adding let’s invest not just in rooms and restaurants – but in resilience and relevance.
According to him ,the company’s commitment to youth development is evident in its training programs and mentorship initiatives. Continental Hotels Nigeria’s vision is to create a future where Nigerian hospitality professionals are recognized globally for their excellence.
“Let’s build Lagos School of Hospitality Excellence,” Hala said. Let’s make Abuja Hospitality Institute a reference point for West Africa. With its strong leadership and vision, Continental Hotels Nigeria is poised for continued growth and success.,he averred
Kala informed that the company’s commitment to youth development and hospitality excellence will drive its success in the years to come stressing that as the hospitality industry continues to evolve, Continental Hotels Nigeria remains committed to its core values of people-first, youth-forward, and hospitality reimagined.
He said the company’s approach to talent development and hospitality excellence will continue to set it apart from its competitors.
According to him ,by empowering the next generation of hospitality professionals, Continental Hotels Nigeria is building a brighter future for the industry.
