Hospitality skills aren’t learned in the classroom — they’re built through real experience, teamwork, and human interaction. At EHL Hospitality Business School, students don’t just learn in the classroom, they learn by doing. In this video, we go behind the scenes of two major student-led initiatives: Fête Universelle, a cultural festival, and Millésime, an international wine competition, to explore how students develop leadership, communication, and adaptability in real-life situations. From organizing large-scale events to managing teams under pressure, this is where hospitality truly comes to life. Through the voice of Cinzia Torriani and her peers, discover how experiential learning shapes future leaders and why hospitality skills matter far beyond the industry itself. More than technical knowledge, this is about learning how to work with people, adapt to complexity, and create meaningful experiences: skills that define tomorrow’s leaders. KEY TAKEAWAYS - Hospitality skills are built through real-world experience, not just theory - Student committees act as leadership labs - Soft skills (communication, adaptability, teamwork) are developed daily - Learning happens through responsibility, pressure, and collaboration - Human-centric environments accelerate personal and professional growth TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro: Meet Cinzia Torriani 00:15 - A global student journey at EHL 00:56 - Inside the Student Council: real responsibilities 02:17 - Students as ambassadors of EHL 03:10 - Why joining a committee changes everything 04:00 - Learning through real projects & events 04:21 - When creativity meets execution 05:03 - Fête Universelle: culture, community & impact 06:51 - Millésime: learning through real event management 08:00 - Leadership, teamwork & communication in action 08:56 - Time management & real-life pressure 10:30 - A campus designed for human experience 11:29 - What’s next: soft skills & leadership LEARN MORE Discover EHL Hospitality Business School https://www.ehl.edu Explore student life & programs https://www.ehl.edu/en/study QUESTION FOR YOU What’s the most important skill you’ve learned outside the classroom? JOIN US ON YOUTUBE Like, share, and subscribe for more insights on hospitality, leadership, and education https://www.youtube.com/@EHLpublications?sub_confirmation=1