What is Sommet Education Business Solutions, and what services does it offer?
Sommet Education Business Solutions is a partner in talent development. As the consulting arm of the world’s largest provider of hospitality, luxury, and gastronomic education, we specialize in crafting bespoke training and leadership development programs to unlock the potential within your organization. Powered by Les Roches, Glion, and École Ducasse, we have access to over 300 expert educators and professional trainers, supported by a global alumni community of 43,500 successful professionals and entrepreneurs. We are uniquely positioned to be your partner in growth.
How do Sommet Education’s training solutions address the needs of the hospitality industry, as highlighted in the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2024?
Sommet Education’s training solutions are tailored to directly address the hospitality sector’s most pressing talent gaps as outlined by the World Economic Forum. With an emphasis on lifelong learning, digital fluency, and leadership development, our programs equip professionals with the most in-demand skills—adaptability, emotional intelligence, and data-driven decision-making. We design flexible, modular training pathways that reflect the accelerating pace of change in hospitality, enabling businesses to upskill and reskill their teams in line with emerging trends.
What are some of the key talent development solutions and courses offered by Sommet Education Business Solutions?
We bring proven expertise in organizational and behavioral development, driving operational efficiencies through effective teamwork. Our key talent development solutions and courses include:
- Guest experiences design
- Leadership and talent management
- Finance, real estate, and hotel development
- General Manager training
- Sustainability solutions
- Luxury and retail customer experience
- Customer engagement
- Luxury brand strategy
- Innovation in F&B operations
What sets Sommet Education Business Solutions apart from other talent development programs in the hospitality industry?
Our customized and tailored solutions for every client set us apart because one size does not fit all. Our expertise spans decades and serves all customer-focused sectors and industries beyond hospitality, including retail, luxury, aviation, airports, cruise industry, tourism boards, and faculty development and training for higher educational institutions. We offer a combination of varying formats of adult training, learning, and development: online, in-person, week-long immersive programs on our global campuses (22 campuses across different Sommet education brands), and hybrid models of skilling.
How does Sommet Education’s approach to talent development support the growth and sustainability of businesses in the hospitality industry?
Sommet Education Business Solutions is unique in combining deep-rooted expertise in hospitality with a future-facing, business-led approach. Unlike generic training providers, we bring together academic excellence, real-world industry experience, and personalized service to deliver “learning journeys” that are impactful and measurable. Our global reach, heritage of excellence through Glion, Les Roches, and École Ducasse, and our ability to co-create programs with businesses ensure that each solution is relevant, practical, and designed to drive long-term impact, not just short-term skills gains.
What are the benefits for businesses that partner with Sommet Education Business Solutions for their talent development needs?
Our approach to talent development is designed to be a strategic lever for long-term business growth and sustainability. By focusing on both technical and human-centric skills—such as leadership, innovation, and customer excellence—we help businesses build agile, future-ready teams. We also prioritize continuous learning and internal mobility, which supports employee retention, strengthens employer branding, and reduces recruitment costs—key factors in building a resilient, sustainable hospitality business.