Over the past year, the CHME‑sponsored Institute of Hospitality Roundtable Events have continued to
stimulate discussion, insight and collaboration across the industry. Each roundtable brought industry
leaders, educators, and students together to explore some of the most pressing issues facing hospitality
today. Below is a snapshot of audience engagement across our digital and newsletter channels.

April 2025 – Navigating Economic Challenges
Website engagement: 87
Members’ Newsletter: 2,644 engaged (sent to 7,800 recipients)
Student Newsletter: 614 engaged (sent to 3,500 recipients)
Total social media engagement: 1,767 views

June 2025 – Bringing Former Forces Personnel into Hospitality
Website engagement: 99
Members’ Newsletter: 2,590 engaged (sent to 7,988 recipients)
Student Newsletter: 434 engaged (sent to 2,778 recipients)
Total social media engagement: 5,565 views

November 2025 – Future-proofing skills, spaces and service through AI innovation
Website engagement: 71
Members’ Newsletter: 3,025 engaged (sent to 10,972 recipients)
Student Newsletter: 511 engaged (sent to 3,566 recipients)
Total social media engagement: 4,559 views

January 2026 – Can Hospitality in Northern Ireland Afford to Grow?
Website engagement: 54
Members’ Newsletter: 3,175 engaged (sent to 11,014 recipients)
Student Newsletter: 502 engaged (sent to 2,568 recipients)
Total social media engagement: 2,639 views