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Mr. Pujari has been associated with hospitality industry from a very young age of 20 when he worked with the Ambuja’s at the Conclave. But he knew his aspirations needed a platform hence set off to US for a career
- India’s only “Certified Executive Chef” (CEC) from American Culinary Federation U.S.A. living in India.
- Among the first group of “Certified Food Service Management Professional” (FMP) by National Restaurants Association, U. S. A.
- One of the youngest “Certified Food and Beverage Executive” (CFBE) by the American Hotel and Motel Association, U. S. A.
- Only professional in America, to hold all three trade certifications and being invited to an individual membership to the United States Chamber of Commerce.
- The youngest F & B Manager at the age of 23 in India.
- The youngest General Manager at the age of 27 in USA.
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- First person to sign an MOU with the educational institute of “American Hotel and Motel Association” of USA in India, to offer Hospitality Management Courses.
- First person in India to conduct a seminar, and introduce “Total Quality Management “ in the educational circle.
- First person in India to computerize educational institutional operations.
- First person in India to introduce computerized examinations.
- First person to develop hospitality industry course material for food production and food & beverage services.
- First person in India to introduce one year of internship for hospitality students.
- Trained several mid level executives across America.
- Developed Management Development Programs for working professionals.
- Written several articles in leading news papers like economic times, Hindu, Indian express etc...
- Written two page articles for 52 weeks in Indian Hotelier and Caterer, Mumbai.
- Presented several papers in National and International forums like CHRIE, AH & LA, FHRAI, Universities etc...
- Provided consultancy for several organizations.
- Member of various professional associations and bodies.
- Traveled extensively across the globe attending international conferences.
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