Les Roches marks 70 years in hospitality education

Les Roches, an institution in hospitality management education, is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year. Established in 1954, the school has consistently evolved to provide high-quality education, preparing students for leadership roles in the hospitality and tourism sectors worldwide.

Reflecting on the institution’s founding, Clivaz, the visionary founder of Les Roches, remarked, "When we established Les Roches, our mission was to create a school where students would not only learn hospitality management but would also embody the values of excellence, service, and leadership. Les Roches has consistently demonstrated an incredible ability to reinvent itself over the past 70 years, always anticipating and responding to the evolving needs of the hospitality industry. This capacity for innovation and adaptation is what has allowed us to remain at the forefront of hospitality education, preparing generations of leaders for an ever-changing global landscape.”

Les Roches has also invested in innovation through initiatives like the Spark Innovation Sphere, which connects students with industry leaders to foster creativity and technological advancements. This initiative addresses key areas such as sustainability and digital transformation in hospitality.

In addition, the flagship campus in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has undergone renovations to enhance the student experience, focusing on well-being and modern facilities.

In line with the global vision for the future, Carlos Díez de la Lastra, CEO of Les Roches, reflects on the recent and upcoming international expansions of Les Roches, commenting, “This year marks an important milestone in the international expansion of Les Roches with the opening of our campus in Abu Dhabi, and tomorrow, we will continue this journey with our upcoming presence in China. Our vision is to extend our global reach, offering students unparalleled opportunities to experience the diverse and dynamic world of hospitality across continents.”