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9th September 2010
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28th October 2010
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5th November 2010
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25th November 2010
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2nd December 2010
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Swisscom welcomed as new corporate sponsor

23rd April 2009

A subsidiary of one of Europe’s leading telecommunications companies, Swisscom Hospitality Services has invested in the Hospitality Industry Trust (HIT) Scotland’s scholarship and bursary programmes.

Joining as a corporate sponsor, Swisscom Hospitality Services support HIT Scotland’s aim to improve aspirations and standards in the industry. Every year HIT Scotland’s bursaries help thousands of students facing financial difficulty. The emerging talent scholarship scheme looks to inspire the leaders of tomorrow through money can’t buy experiences and placements on international training courses.

Swisscom Hospitality Services are specialists in designing, building and managing hotel networks including internet and intranet services. In their Swiss home market, Swisscom are responsible for the country’s telecommunications infrastructure with fibre-optic cables reaching two million households as well as creating tailored network solutions for corporate clients.

David Hill, UK Sales Director from Swisscom Hospitality Services, said, “Information technology and communication is the foundation of a successful hotel. At the heart of technology are people who can utilise it to the benefit of patrons. We believe the work of HIT Scotland, to encourage excellence and innovative leaders, is important to driving the industry forward and putting people in place to take advantage of emerging technology.”

David Cochrane, Chief Executive of HIT Scotland, said, “Coming onboard as one of our corporate sponsors shows Swisscom’s dedication to excellence in the industry. Their advice and knowledge in the sector will be a boost to our scholars and supporters.”

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