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FAQ
What is YHS?
Young Hospitality Summit (YHS) is the world's largest student-led hospitality summit, organized annually by student of EHL Hospitality Business School in Lausanne, Switzerland. It brings together students, industry leaders, and innovators to shape the future of hospitality.
Who can attend YHS?
Young Hospitality Summit welcomes:
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Hospitality and business students from around the world
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Industry professionals and executives
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Entrepreneurs and innovators
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Academics and researchers in hospitality and tourism
When and Where does YHS take place?
Young Hospitality Summit is hosted annually at EHL Hospitality Business School in Lausanne, Switzerland. The summit typically takes place in March. Exact dates are announced on our website and social media platforms.
What happens at YHS?
Young Hospitality Summit offers a dynamic mix of:
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Keynote speeches from global industry leaders
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Panel discussions on emerging hospitality trends
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Workshops and interactive sessions
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The YHS Challenge, where students solve real-world business problems
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Networking opportunities with top-tier companies and peers
What is the YHS Challenge?
The YHS Challenge is a highlight of the summit where selected student teams from global universities solve a real-world hospitality problem presented by a partnering company. It's an exciting way to innovate, collaborate, and showcase talent.
Where can I watch previous editions of YHS?
Full videos from previous editions of YHS are available on our official YouTube channel.
For post-summit highlights, speaker interviews, and exclusive clips, follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn.
How do I become a YHS delegate for YHS?
All candidates will be selected by the professor from the respective hospitality institution. You are eligible to apply if you are in the penultimate or the final semester of your bachelor degree. Furthermore, you must have had prior professional experience in the hospitality industry in both operational and administrative contexts.
How can industry leaders get involved with YHS?
Whether you're interested in participating as a speaker, partner, or media partner, YHS offers exciting opportunities for industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and make an impact. We are always looking to engage with inspiring individuals and organizations who can help us challenge our audience, support our mission, and expand our global reach.
For all opportunities and inquiries, please contact us at yhs@ehl.ch.
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