Ireland National Workshop recap | A Solution-Focused Approach to Attracting and Retaining Staff in Tourism

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The joint event by the Pantour Consortium and the Pact for Skills for Tourism addressed the critical issue of staff shortages in the tourism and hospitality sector. The discussion included innovative recruitment and retention strategies, policy solutions, and the creation of new career pathways. Ms. Elfa Kere from the European Commission highlighted the importance of skills in sustainable growth and competitiveness, aligning with Pantour's focus on green, digital, and social skills development. Insights from Fáilte Ireland emphasized the need for industry-wide change, showcasing best practices, and improving the employee experience to attract and retain talent in the tourism sector. The event provides valuable solutions for tackling workforce challenges in the industry.

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Language(s)

English

Country(ies)/Territory(ies)

Ireland

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Target Group(s)

Associations, SMEs, Advisors, Other target

Topic(s)

Digital, Green, Social, Other topic

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