Mr. Kashif Zia, Senior Manager – Training, Development, and Industry Liaison at COTHM IATA Authorized Training Center, Lahore, held an industry collaboration meeting with Ms. Seemab Zaman, General Manager North & Central, and Mr. Hassan Bukhari, Regional Manager Central Punjab, at Gerry’s International, Lahore.

The discussion centered around:

• Organizing specialized soft skills training programs

• Exploring student job placement opportunities in the industry

• Emphasizing the importance of academic and on-the-job training for career readiness

The meeting underscored the commitment of both organizations to bridge the gap between academia and industry, ensuring that hospitality and aviation students are better prepared to meet global professional standards.