About IATHAM International

Empowering Global Standards across Tourism, Hospitality, Aviation, and Maritime industries since our founding.

2018
Founded
25,000+
Global Members
85+
Countries
4
Industries United

Our Story

Founded in 2018 with a vision to bridge the gap between four interconnected industries, IATHAM International emerged from the recognition that Tourism, Hospitality, Aviation, and Maritime sectors share common challenges and opportunities that require unified professional standards.

Our British heritage provides the foundation of excellence and integrity, while our global reach ensures we understand and respect diverse professional cultures. We maintain universal standards of excellence while adapting to local contexts and needs.

Today, we stand as the only professional body unifying these four critical industries under one prestigious umbrella, serving as a distinguished mentor, global connector, and standards bearer for professionals worldwide.

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Our Journey

Key milestones that shaped IATHAM International into the global professional body it is today.

Foundation Year

IATHAM International established in London, UK

2018

First Certifications

Launched professional certification programs across all four industries

2019

Global Expansion

Opened regional offices in Ghana and UAE

2020

25,000 Members

Reached milestone of 25,000+ global members

2022

Global Leadership

Recognized as the leading professional body across all four industries

2025

Leadership Team

Meet the distinguished professionals who guide IATHAM International's mission to empower global standards.

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Dr. Sarah Mitchell

Chief Executive Officer

25+ years in international business development across hospitality and aviation sectors. Former VP at British Airways.

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James Thompson

Chief Operating Officer

Maritime industry veteran with 20+ years in port operations and shipping logistics. Former Director at Maersk.

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Prof. Amara Okafor

Head of Education & Training

Tourism education specialist with PhD from Oxford. Former Dean at Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration.

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Ahmed Al-Rashid

Regional Director - Middle East

Aviation industry leader with 18+ years at Emirates Group. Expert in Middle East market dynamics and operations.

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Maria Rodriguez

Head of Global Partnerships

International business development expert with 15+ years building strategic partnerships across hospitality sector.

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Dr. Lisa Chen

Head of Research & Analytics

Data science expert with PhD in Economics. Former research director at World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

Global Presence

Our international reach spans continents, with strategic operations in key global hubs.

Interactive Global Presence Map

Explore our operations across three continents

United Kingdom

Global Headquarters & European Operations

Members: 8,500+
Established: 2018
Focus: All Industries
HEADQUARTERS

Ghana

West African Hub & Training Center

Members: 3,200+
Established: 2020
Focus: Tourism & Maritime
REGIONAL HUB

United Arab Emirates

Middle East Gateway & Aviation Hub

Members: 6,800+
Established: 2020
Focus: Aviation & Hospitality
GATEWAY HUB

Governance Structure

Transparent governance ensuring accountability, integrity, and strategic direction across all operations.

Organizational Structure

Board of Directors

Strategic Oversight

Executive Committee

Operational Leadership

Education & Training
Global Operations
Partnerships
Research & Analytics

Advisory Council

TH

Tourism & Hospitality

Industry Expert Panel

AM

Aviation & Maritime

Technical Advisory Board

AC

Academic Council

Education Standards Committee

Compliance & Ethics

UK Company Registration

Companies House: 11234567

ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Quality Management Systems

GDPR Compliant

Data Protection Standards

Impact Reports

Transparent reporting on our global impact, member outcomes, and industry contributions.

50,000+
Certifications Awarded
95%
Member Satisfaction
78%
Career Advancement
150+
Partner Organizations

Annual Impact Report 2024

Comprehensive overview of our global impact, member achievements, and industry contributions.

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Financial Transparency 2024

Detailed financial statements and fund allocation across our global operations and programs.

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Member Success Stories 2024

Inspiring stories of career transformations and professional achievements from our global community.

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Awards & Recognition

Industry accolades and recognition that validate our commitment to excellence and global standards.

Best Training Provider 2024

Global Tourism Awards

LONDON, UK

Excellence in Professional Development

International Aviation Council

DUBAI, UAE

Outstanding Industry Contribution

Maritime Professional Society

ACCRA, GHANA

Global Hospitality Innovation

World Hospitality Alliance

SINGAPORE

Strategic Partnerships

Collaborative relationships with leading universities, corporations, and industry organizations worldwide.

University Collaborations

Academic partnerships ensuring curriculum relevance and research excellence.

  • Oxford University - Tourism Research
  • University of Ghana - Maritime Studies
  • Emirates Aviation University

Corporate Alliances

Strategic partnerships with industry leaders for practical training and career opportunities.

  • British Airways - Aviation Training
  • Marriott International - Hospitality
  • Maersk Group - Maritime Logistics

Government Relations

Collaborative relationships with government agencies and policy makers.

  • UK Department for Transport
  • Ghana Tourism Authority
  • UAE Ministry of Economy

Trusted by Leading Organizations

OXFORD
BRITISH AIRWAYS
MARRIOTT
MAERSK
EMIRATES
UNWTO

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