I. Introduction
The fight against food waste is also a $700 billion business opportunity, according to Boston Consulting Group. For consultants looking to grow their portfolio in sustainability consulting for hospitality, the Accredited Consultant program for The PLEDGE on Food Waste offers a globally recognized pathway. This quarterly food waste consultant certification workshop equips participants — from F&B consultants to corporate sustainability officers — with the technical know-how, tools, and network to guide hotels and restaurants toward accredited food waste training outcomes that are measurable, certifiable, and commercially compelling.
II. The Program
"By taking The PLEDGE™ Accredited Consultant Program, it has elevated our consultancy company to a trusted partner for restaurants & hotels in their food waste reduction journey."
-Marcel Hendrickx, Founder & CEO of HORECA Sustainability Solutions
The Accredited Consultant (AC) program, a quarterly consultant workshop, is designed foremost for consultants in the F&B, Hospitality, Sustainability, Corporate Sustainability Officers, and Managers of Food Waste Solution companies, brings together a diverse pool of enthusiastic participants from around the world.
Through the online technical workshop, consultants are empowered and well-equipped to effectively guide their customers into integrating sustainable practices into their operations. It familiarizes them to The PLEDGE™ on Food Waste, an international benchmarking system built around a comprehensive guiding process that achieves holistic outcomes and delivers a competitive advantage to customers eager to stand out in the changing landscape.
The Accredited Consultant network spans across North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia, with members in 20 countries. Seven located in the APAC region (Indonesia, China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Japan, Thailand, and India)
III. Conclusion
With 76% (acc. Booking.com) of global travelers pledging to choose sustainable-minded accommodations, the hospitality sector are particularly eager to find professionals to train their staff and get certified to communicate their achievements to their guests and industry peers.
Becoming an Accredited Consultant has enriched our consulting portfolio in sustainability. It empowered us to deliver tailored solutions in Indonesia, enhancing our consulting services and revenue.
-Matteo Bierschneider, Co-founder of Wise Steps Travel
IV. Talk to LightBlue
For those aspiring to strengthen their business portfolio, reserve your spot to make your mark on the changing landscape here:
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