Dr. Suborno Bose, Chairman and Founder of the International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM), has been honored with the ‘Lifetime Achievement in Hospitality and Education Through Technology’ award. The recognition was conferred by Union Tourism Minister at Vibrant Bharat Global Summit 2025, organized by Bharat 24, one of India’s leading language media networks.
Key Highlights of Award
- Recognizes Dr. Bose’s contributions in integrating technology, AI, and digital transformation in hospitality and education.
- Acknowledges IIHM’s global collaborations with 50+ countries to promote AI-driven hospitality education.
- First-ever Global Knowledge Sharing Declaration introduced by IIHM, benefiting students and young chefs worldwide.
Launch of Dr. Bose’s Latest Book
- Dr. Bose’s book, “Harmonizing Human Touch and AI in Tourism & Hospitality”, was unveiled at the event.
- The book explores the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the hospitality sector, focusing on balancing technology with human interaction.
- The launch was officiated by the Union Tourism Minister.
IIHM’s Pioneering AI Initiative: ‘NamAIste IIHM HospitalityGPT’
IIHM announced the launch of the world’s first generative AI-powered knowledge engine for the hospitality industry.
‘NamAIste IIHM HospitalityGPT’ is designed to provide:
- Real-time insights into industry trends.
- AI-driven learning for students and professionals.
- Tailored solutions for decision-making in hospitality management.
Unlike conventional AI chatbots, IIHM’s custom-built Large Language Model (LLM) focuses exclusively on hospitality education.