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Ketapang, 9 February 2026 – Politeknik Negeri Ketapang (Ketapang State Polytechnic) (Ketapang State Polytechnic - Politap) once again strengthened its synergy with industry through a Hospitality Industry Sharing Session held in collaboration with Aston Ketapang City Hotel on Monday, 9 February 2026, in the 2nd Floor Hall of the Politeknik Negeri Ketapang Directorate Building. The event was attended by students of Politeknik Negeri Ketapang who were enthusiastic about gaining firsthand insights into the hospitality workforce.
The event featured practitioners from the Archipelago International network: Regional General Manager of Archipelago International, I Gede Arya Pering Arimbawa, S.E., S.Tr.Par., M.Si., CHA., CHIA.; General Manager of Aston Ketapang City Hotel, Rahmat Agus Santoso; and Hotel Manager of favehotel Ketapang, Johnson Ungkap Sondang. The presence of these industry practitioners provided students with an opportunity to gain real perspectives on developments in the hospitality industry, challenges encountered, and career pathways in the hotel sector.
In his remarks, the Director of Politeknik Negeri Ketapang expressed gratitude and appreciation for the organization of the event. He thanked Aston Ketapang City Hotel for taking the initiative and demonstrating a commitment to sharing experience and knowledge with students of Politeknik Negeri Ketapang.
According to him, collaboration between vocational higher education institutions and the business and industrial world is essential. Through activities such as this sharing session, students can gain broader insights into industry needs and the competencies required before entering the workplace.
The Director of Politeknik Negeri Ketapang also emphasized that vocational colleges have a responsibility to prepare graduates who possess not only academic capabilities, but also practical skills and professional attitudes aligned with industry needs.
“As a vocational higher education institution, Politap bears a major responsibility to produce work-ready, adaptive graduates who are relevant to industry needs. Therefore, collaboration with business and industry, such as this sharing session, is highly strategic,” he said.
He also noted that the hospitality industry is an ever-evolving sector that requires human resources with both technical competence and strong communication skills, work ethics, and professionalism.
“Through this event, we hope students gain a realistic understanding of the world of work, industry culture, and the competencies needed to compete in the professional arena,” he added.
During the session, the speakers shared their experiences regarding career journeys in hospitality, challenges in hotel operations, and the importance of developing character, discipline, and communication skills in the workplace.
The Director of Politeknik Negeri Ketapang also urged students to make the most of this valuable opportunity, encouraging them to actively participate in discussions and seek insights from seasoned industry practitioners.
This Hospitality Industry Sharing Session is expected to offer significant benefits to Politeknik Negeri Ketapang students by broadening their career horizons, while reinforcing synergy between Politeknik Negeri Ketapang and Aston Ketapang City Hotel to advance vocational education and enhance human resource quality. (Finn)