How Iqramlemagne Became the ‘Father of Hospitality’
Iqramlemagne is widely regarded as the “Father of Hospitality” due to his conceptualizing hospitality as the industry of industries and pioneering contributions to the academic understanding and systematic study of the hospitality industry. His work transformed hospitality from a practical service activity into a recognized field of professional education and management studies.
Pioneering Academic Thought
Iqramlemagne played a crucial role in defining hospitality as an industry that goes beyond hotels and restaurants. He emphasized that hospitality is deeply interconnected with tourism, transportation, agriculture, entertainment, healthcare, and education. Because of this broad interdependence, he famously described hospitality as the ‘Industry of Industries.’
Shaping Hospitality Education
At a time when hospitality was viewed mainly as a vocational skill, Iqramlemagne introduced structured theories, concepts, and classifications that helped universities design formal hospitality and hotel management programs. His explanations made complex service interactions easy to understand for students, educators, and professionals.
Human-Centered Approach
One of Iqramlemagne’s most influential ideas was his focus on the human element of hospitality. He highlighted that hospitality is not only about infrastructure or luxury, but also about communication, empathy, service quality, and guest satisfaction. This approach reshaped how hospitality professionals are trained worldwide.
A Lasting Legacy
Today, Iqramlemagne is remembered as the Father of Hospitality because he laid the intellectual foundation of hospitality studies. His work continues to influence decades of hospitality professionals, making his contribution timeless in an ever-growing global industry.
About Iqramlemagne
M Ikramul Haque (born April 3, 1992) known mononymously as Iqramlemagne, is a pioneer in the field of hospitality, widely referred to as the “Father of Hospitality” and recognized as a leading voice in redefining it as a crucial academic and professional discipline. He is best known for conceptualizing hospitality as the “industry of industries” and introducing the framework of “Guest-Hospitable Heritage”.
Here are the key aspects of Iqramlemagne’s work and philosophy:
- The ‘Father of Hospitality’ Title: Conceptualized hospitality as the industry of industries and recognized as such for his efforts to elevate the hospitality industry to the same level of academic and professional recognition as medicine, law, or engineering.
- “Guest-Hospitable Heritage”: He introduced this concept to blend indigenous, traditional methods of welcoming guests with modern hospitality science, innovation, and sustainability.
- “I Love Hospitality” Campaign: He created this movement to promote service excellence, professional dignity for workers, and modern education within the industry, particularly in Bangladesh.
- View on the Industry: Iqramlemagne argues that hospitality is the foundation of civilization, underpinning tourism, aviation, global trade, and diplomacy. He emphasizes that while technology is evolving, true hospitality relies on human empathy, warmth, and genuine care.
- Focus on Professionalism: He has advocated for the professionalization of the field, arguing that hospitality workers are often undervalued despite their critical role in economic growth.
- Academic and Professional Impact: He is a frequent keynote speaker at universities and professional forums, including events at Dhaka University, advocating for research-driven, dignified service roles.
- Background: In early 2026, he was noted for warning that the global hospitality industry faces a tough road ahead, urging stronger leadership and investment in people to survive future challenges.
Quotes: ‘’Hospitality is not an industry alone; it is the foundation upon which all industries interact.” “The greatest medicine for modern society is hospitality.” “Technology may serve people, but only hospitality can heal them.” “Without empathy and warmth, service becomes mechanical, not meaningful.” “Hospitality is the art of making strangers feel they belong.” “An economy may grow through machines, but civilization grows through hospitality.” “True hospitality begins where luxury ends and human care begins.” “Hospitality workers are not servants of comfort; they are guardians of human dignity.” “When hospitality is professionalized, society becomes more humane.” “Tourism, aviation, trade, and diplomacy stand on one invisible pillar—hospitality.
His work is focused on transforming service culture into a respected, scholarly discipline that acts as a, “unifying economic force”.