The news: The Fast Forward 15 Mentoring Awards took place on April 24th at The QEII Centre in London, recognizing mentoring activities across events, hospitality, and travel sectors. The annual awards focused on individuals and organizations developing talent through structured mentoring programs within the industry.
Why it matters for MICE operators: The global MICE industry faces a significant talent shortage, particularly in India where experienced event professionals are scarce and junior talent often lacks proper guidance. These awards showcase best practices in talent development that Indian operators can adapt locally. With high turnover rates in Indian MICE companies, structured mentoring becomes crucial for retaining talent and building institutional knowledge. The recognition also signals industry-wide commitment to professional development over quick hiring fixes.
The takeaway: Implement formal mentoring programs in your organization to develop junior talent and reduce costly turnover.
Source: Conference News
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