PIHMS Alumni Spotlight – Prerna Punjabi

Introducing Prerna Punjabi, who went from PIHMS Degree Graduate to Business Development Manager for QT Hotels, Auckland City. My time at PIHMS Embarking on a journey halfway across the globe, I initially had no idea what I was truly signing up for. However, my experience at PIHMS became the pivotal steppingstone into New Zealand, beyond…

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Last catch up with Student President, Lacey

I, Lacey Rayoni am a 21-year-old, Hawera born and bred trying to move and become some big shot manager, living the big city lifestyle.   Hospitality was always a hmmm and ahh for me. It was something I was good at and was always surrounded around. I mean I was 6 years old going to bar…

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PIHMS Hotel Leader Conference 2022

Conference Overview The PIHMS 2022 Hotel Leaders Conference included panel discussions with 21 hotel industry leaders from across New Zealand and Australia exploring topics such as industry trends, innovation, sustainability, employee wellbeing, risk management, supply chain issues, and employment opportunities.  The keynote speaker was Dr David Williamson from AUT, who presented findings from hospitality and…

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Meet PIHMS Student President… Henao Ismael Iduhu

I, Henao Ismael Iduhu, am a 23-year-old Third year international student from Papua New Guinea. Growing up I had a very structured life plan. Quite ironic for someone who hails from the ‘Land of the unexpected’ right?  Coming from a very family-oriented background where the bond of family has been my lifeline through the years,…

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Insight into the Hospitality and Tourism Industry with James Doolan

We would like to introduce James Doolan. James is a Hospitality Representative that works closely with the PIHMS family. He is currently working as the Strategic Director for Hotel Council Aotearoa in Auckland. James has over 13 years of experience in the Hospitality Industry. He has worked around the world and has recently moved back…

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