In a significant development poised to reshape the future of facility management and hospitality education in Pakistan, Ahmad Shafiq, Founder/President & CEO of the College of Tourism & Hotel Management (COTHM) Pakistan and COTHM Global-UK, along with Waseem Butt, a prominent political figure in Germany, recently visited Breer Gebäudedienste, a leading facility management company in Heidelberg, Germany.
During their visit, they met with Karl Breer, CEO of Breer Gebäudedienste, to explore the potential for strategic collaboration between the two organizations. Discussions revolved around establishing internships, job placements, and knowledge exchange opportunities, which would provide mutual benefits to both COTHM and Breer Gebäudedienste.
One of the key areas highlighted during the meeting was the possibility of providing COTHM students with hands-on internships and job placements at Breer Gebäudedienste. The facility management sector, often operating behind the scenes, plays an indispensable role in the smooth functioning of hotels, hospitals, corporate offices, and other large establishments. Breer’s expertise in efficiently managing these facilities would offer COTHM students invaluable practical experience in a field that perfectly complements their hospitality training.
This collaboration would empower COTHM students with critical skills in building maintenance, environmental sustainability, and facility operations, significantly broadening their career horizons. The opportunity to venture beyond traditional hospitality roles and gain exposure to the intricacies of facility management would give these students a competitive advantage, equipping them for leadership positions across both industries.
Breer Gebäudedienste: A Leader in Facility Management
Under the visionary leadership of Karl Breer, Breer Gebäudedienste has established itself as a leader in providing comprehensive facility management services throughout Heidelberg and its surrounding regions. Renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, the company offers a diverse range of services, including building cleaning, technical maintenance, and environmental services. Breer’s ability to adapt to the evolving demands of modern facility management, while consistently maintaining high standards, has earned the company a reputation as a trusted partner for both public and private sector clients.
During the meeting, Karl Breer expressed his enthusiasm for the potential partnership with COTHM, emphasizing that the fresh perspectives and innovative ideas brought by students could significantly enhance the company’s operations. By joining forces with a leading hospitality education institution like COTHM, Breer aims to integrate innovative approaches, particularly in sustainability and eco-friendly practices, into their facility management services.
Looking Ahead
This partnership has the potential to redefine the scope of hospitality and facility management education in Pakistan. By creating avenues for knowledge exchange and skill development, COTHM and Breer Gebäudedienste are laying the foundation for a mutually beneficial collaboration. As the global demand for sustainable facility management practices continues to grow, this partnership stands to benefit not only the students of COTHM but also the industry as a whole, developing a new generation of professionals equipped to lead in both hospitality and facility management sectors.
