A significant transition unfolded at the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2024 in Singapore, where Chef Andy Cuthbert was elected as the new President of Worldchefs, succeeding Thomas A. Gugler after eight transformative years of leadership. Chef Cuthbert will lead an esteemed executive team that includes Dr. Rick Stephen as Vice President, Alain Hostert as Secretary General, Kristine H. Hartviksen as Assistant Vice President, and Uwe Micheel as Vice President of Finance. Together, this new leadership team is expected to steer Worldchefs into an era of growth, focusing on culinary excellence, sustainability, and education within the global chef community.
Held at the iconic Marina Bay Sands, the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2024 is a major highlight on the culinary calendar, uniting chefs, culinary professionals, and food industry leaders from around the world. The election of Chef Andy Cuthbert and his team was one of the most anticipated moments of the event. The outgoing President, Thomas A. Gugler, widely recognized for his dedication to advancing Worldchefs’ global influence, passed on the mantle with pride. Gugler’s tenure saw the expansion of Worldchefs’ outreach and partnerships with key international organizations, all while promoting sustainability and culinary innovation.
In addition to the newly elected executive team, Willment Leong will continue his role as Continental Director for Asia, reaffirming his dedication to culinary development in Asia and maintaining continuity within Worldchefs.
The Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2024 has been a resounding success, providing a platform for new leadership while also spotlighting the latest trends, culinary innovations, and industry collaborations. Attendees departed with renewed energy and enthusiasm for the future, looking forward to the new direction Worldchefs will take under Chef Cuthbert’s leadership.
The Chefs Association of Pakistan (CAP) and its President, Ahmad Shafiq, extend their heartfelt congratulations to Chef Andy Cuthbert and the new Worldchefs team. CAP expressed enthusiasm for future collaboration, supporting the vision of a united global chef community committed to culinary excellence, sustainability, and empowerment of young chefs.
