Renowned educators, prominent brands, and industry practitioners unite for professional growth and self-care

NEW YORK, June 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s co-located International Beauty Show (IBS Las Vegas) presented by American Salon, and the International Esthetics, Cosmetics, & Spa Conference (IECSC Las Vegas) presented by American Spa, are coming to the new West Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Center June 22-24, to offer beauty, spa, and wellness professionals more than 560 premier brands across a 157,000 square foot exhibit hall. With over 400 hours of education and four onsite experiences, attendees are empowered to say ‘yes’ to themselves.

“Our attendees ‘say yes’ to their clients all day long,” said Elizabeth Fantetti Trevorrow, Partnership & Event Director of Questex’s Beauty & Spa Group. “They embody the roles of therapists, colleagues, and friends to their clients, constantly prioritizing their needs. Amidst this selfless dedication, they rarely find a moment for themselves. Attending our shows presents a precious opportunity for them to reconnect with their community, gain invaluable education, forge valuable connections with top suppliers, and embrace self-care by saying ‘yes’ to themselves.”

IBS will include nearly 140 classes free with the Exhibit Hall pass, as well as eight immersive, three-hour Hands-On Workshops, each for an additional fee. New this year, IBS will introduce six Master Classes – two-hour long, in-depth looks into the latest skills, techniques, and styles, also available for an additional fee. All Hands-On Workshops and Master Classes include the
3-day Exhibit Hall pass at no additional charge. Attendees who book two or more paid classes will save $40.

Some of the big headliner names presenting at IBS Las Vegas include Larisa Love, Presley Poe, Rebecca Taylor, Roger Molina, Tonya Pushkareva, Keya Neal and Gilad Goldstein.

The IECSC program will offer spa professionals their own curated Conference Education – a diverse range of paid classes featuring hand-picked speakers with unique expertise, all aimed at providing the essential knowledge and insights to elevate and grow businesses. Those who purchase three or more classes to enhance their show experience will save $25. All paid classes include the 3-day Exhibit Hall pass for no additional fee.

IECSC also offers over 140 Product Focused Education sessions and workshops, included free with an Exhibit Hall pass. Led by top exhibitors, these sessions provide a deep dive into specific products or services. Additionally, exciting demonstrations, panel discussions and Q&A sessions will take place on The Studio Stage, the show’s premier demo stage located right on the show floor.

Some of the powerful educators lined up for this year’s show include: Savanna Boda, Douglas Preston, Susanne Schmaling, and Nichelle Mosley.

The IBS Las Vegas 2024 exhibit floor will feature hundreds of high-profile brands, including Amika, CHI by Farouk, Cloak and Dagger, Cocco Hair Professional, DNA Hairtools, Gelish, Gentleman Republic, HaloCouture Extensions, Hattori Hanzo Shears, Jack Winn Pro, KeraRX Haircare & Joon Haircare, Lashbox LA, Light Elegance Nail Products, PLA Beauty, Salonory, Sensei Shears Systems, Solano, StyleCraft & Salon Backbar, Turbo Power/Parlux and more. For the full list, click here.

IECSC Las Vegas 2024 exhibiting brands will include Celluma, Circadia, Classic Spa Collection, Dermalogica, DermaJEM, DermaplanePro, Eminence Organic Skin Care, Face Reality Skincare, Farmhouse Fresh, HydraFacial, Image Skincare, LightStim, Minkys, NaturaVerdePro, Nutrafol, Procell Therapies, Repechage, Silhouet-Tone USA, Skin Act, Skin Script Skincare, Sorella Apothecary and more. For the full list, click here.

New this year for IECSC exhibitors is IECSC Plus. This optional upgrade offers exhibitors the opportunity to connect with pre-qualified spa owners and operators for up to eight, one-to-one appointments, as well as two networking receptions.

NEW & RETURNING ONSITE EXPERIENCES
Admission for all attendees includes multiple onsite experiences for both beauty and spa, at no additional cost.

SAY YES TO YOU HUB – Powered by Dove
The Say Yes to You mindset encourages attendees to embrace self-care. Located at the end of aisle 2800 on the IBS exhibit floor, this sanctuary provides a space for attendees to relax and recharge, bringing the ‘Say Yes to You’ mantra to life. It features free professional headshots, mental wellness sessions, and mindful movement programming aimed at enriching the show experience. Dove will be onsite to promote their Dove Bond Strength collection and distribute product samples.

LOOK & LEARN STAGE
Located on the IBS show floor, attendees can view demonstrations of cutting-edge techniques by acclaimed artists and discover new ways to enhance their technical abilities all while relaxing and enjoying cocktails with colleagues and friends.

THE STUDIO STAGE
Located on the IECSC show floor, guests will be treated to an incredible lineup of high-caliber speakers, in-depth demonstrations, and intimate discussion, all conveniently located right on the exhibit floor.

WHAT’S NEW FOR YOU ZONE
Located on both the IBS and IECSC show floors, these areas showcase exciting collections offered by first-time exhibitors. Each space provides the opportunity to explore new product lines, engage with companies making their debut at the show, and be among the first to test products newly introduced to the market.

PARTIES
To round out the full experience, IBS and IECSC Las Vegas are hosting an Opening Night party at Zouk Nightclub at Resorts World Las Vegas on Saturday night, June 22 from 10:30pm – midnight and a Happy Hour at Azilo Ultra Lounge at Sahara Las Vegas on Sunday, June 23 from 6:30pm.- 8:30pm, each for an additional fee. Tickets may be purchased via event registration. The Happy Hour is sponsored by Lipgloss & Aftershave and Nutrafol. Immediately following the Happy Hour, all guests are invited to attend the ASCP Skin Deep Readers’ Choice Awards in the same location at no charge, from 8:30pm – 10:30pm. Click here to register to attend the ASCP Awards.

REGISTRATION
Attendees may register to attend by clicking here. The 3-day Exhibit Hall pass includes access to all free classes at IBS Las Vegas, all Product-Focused education at IECSC Las Vegas, and unlimited access to both exhibit halls. Hands-on Workshops and Master Classes at IBS Las Vegas and the curated conference sessions at IECSC Las Vegas are available for additional fees. All paid conference sessions include the 3-day Exhibit Hall pass for no additional charge. Press may apply for a media pass here.

SHOW HOURS:

Saturday, June 22, 11:00am – 4:30pmSunday, June 23, 11:00am – 4:30pmMonday, June 24, 11:00am – 3:30pm

NEW LOCATION:
Las Vegas Convention Center
West Hall
300 Convention Center Dr.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Upcoming Events
Additional networking and educational opportunities for spa, beauty and wellness professionals will take place:

IECSC Florida, October 13-14, 2024 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Visit iecscflorida.com for more information.IBS and IECSC New York, March 23-25, 2025 at the Javits Convention Center in New York City. Visit and ibsnewyork.com and iecscnewyork.com for more information.

For more information on IBS Las Vegas, visit ibslasvegas.com. Stay connected on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

For more information on IECSC New York, visit iecsclasvegas.com. Stay connected on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

About IBS
Produced by Questex and presented by American Salon, IBS is for professionals only and reaches a wide cross‐section of participants including salon owners and managers, cosmetologists, hair stylists, hair colorists, makeup artists, nail technicians, beauty and hair product manufacturers and distributors. Connecting serious beauty professionals with the best in the industry, the Show brings hundreds of top beauty brands together under one roof for educational classes by industry legends, workshops, and exclusive show-floor discounts. For more information, visit ibslasvegas.com

About IECSC
Produced by Questex, and presented by American Spa, the International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa Conferences (IECSC) are for professionals only and reach a wide cross‐section of participants from spa and wellness product manufacturers and distributors to spa owners, directors and managers, estheticians, massage therapists, medical estheticians, and dermatologists. With dynamic trade show floors and in-depth conference programs, the IECSC events provide the perfect meeting ground for the world’s most elite and qualified spa professionals looking to meet the top skin, cosmetic and wellness companies. For more information, visit iecsc.com.

About QUESTEX
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here. 

Media Contact
Jennifer Rosen
Group Marketing Director
Travel & Wellness Group
E: jrosen@questex.com

3 Full Days of Exhibit Hall in New West Hall Location

NEW YORK, June 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s International Beauty Show (IBS Las Vegas) and the International Esthetics, Cosmetics, & Spa Conference (IECSC Las Vegas), presented by American Salon and American Spa respectively, return to the Las Vegas Convention Center, for a co-located mega-floor experience in the new West Hall, featuring hundreds of top-tier brands selling must-have products, services, equipment, and new technologies at professionals-only prices.

The IBS Las Vegas 2024 exhibit floor will feature hundreds of high-profile brands, including Amika, CHI by Farouk, Cloak and Dagger, Cocco Hair Professional, DNA Hairtools, Gelish, Gentleman Republic, HaloCouture Extensions, Hattori Hanzo Shears, Jack Winn Pro, KeraRX Haircare & Joon Haircare, Lashbox LA, Light Elegance Nail Products, PLA Beauty, Salonory, Sensei Shears Systems, Solano, StyleCraft & Salon Backbar, Turbo Power/Parlux and more. For the full list, click here.

IECSC Las Vegas 2024 exhibiting brands will include Celluma, Circadia, Classic Spa Collection, Dermalogica, DermaJEM, DermaplanePro, Eminence Organic Skin Care, Face Reality Skincare, Farmhouse Fresh, HydraFacial, Image Skincare, LightStim, Minkys, NaturaVerdePro, Nutrafol, Procell Therapies, Repechage, Silhouet-Tone USA, Skin Act, Skin Script Skincare, Sorella Apothecary and more. For the full list, click here.

New this year for IECSC exhibitors is IECSC Plus. This optional upgrade offers exhibitors the opportunity to connect with pre-qualified spa owners and operators for up to eight, one-to-one appointments, as well as two networking receptions.

NEW & RETURNING ONSITE EXPERIENCES
Multiple onsite experiences are included with admission for all attendees, both beauty and spa for no additional cost.

SAY YES TO YOU HUB
Questex has brought the “Say Yes to You” campaign to life on site with the Say Yes to You Hub. This campaign highlights that the beauty, spa, and wellness professionals attending IBS and IECSC are more than just service providers; they are therapists, colleagues, and friends who often prioritize their clients’ needs over their own. At IBS and IECSC, these professionals are celebrated for their significant contributions to the industry and their clients. The Say Yes to You mindset encourages attendees to embrace self-care. Located at the end of aisle 2800 on the IBS exhibit floor, this sanctuary provides a space for attendees to relax and recharge. It features free professional headshots, mental wellness, and mindful movement programming aimed at enriching the show experience.

WHAT’S NEW FOR YOU ZONE
Located on both the IBS and IECSC show floors, these areas showcase exciting collections of first-time exhibitors. Each space provides the opportunity to explore new product lines. Engage with companies making their debut at the show, and be among the first to test products newly introduced to the market.

LOOK & LEARN STAGE
Located on the IBS show floor, attendees can watch demonstrations of cutting-edge techniques by acclaimed artists and discover new ways to enhance their technical abilities all while relaxing and enjoying cocktails with colleagues and friends.

THE STUDIO STAGE
Join us at the Studio Stage on the IECSC exhibit show floor for an incredible lineup of speakers, demonstrations, and intimate discussions. Attendees will have access to some of the show’s most influential speakers and can engage in more in-depth demonstrations, all conveniently located right on the exhibit floor.

Attendees may register to attend by clicking here. The 3-day Exhibit Hall pass includes access to all free classes at IBS Las Vegas, all Product-Focused education at IECSC Las Vegas, and unlimited access to both exhibit halls. Hands-on Workshops and Master Classes at IBS Las Vegas and the curated conference sessions at IECSC Las Vegas are available for additional fees. All paid conference sessions include the 3-day Exhibit Hall pass for no additional charge. Press may apply for a media pass here.

Upcoming Events
Additional networking and educational opportunities for spa, beauty and wellness professionals will take place:

IECSC Florida, October 13-14, 2024 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Visit iecscflorida.com for more information.IBS and IECSC New York, March 23-25, 2025 at the Javits Convention Center in New York City. Visit and ibsnewyork.com and iecscnewyork.com for more information.

For more information on IBS Las Vegas, visit ibslasvegas.com. Stay connected on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

For more information on IECSC New York, visit iecsclasvegas.com. Stay connected on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

About IBS
Produced by Questex and presented by American Salon, IBS is for professionals only and reaches a wide cross‐section of participants including salon owners and managers, cosmetologists, hair stylists, hair colorists, makeup artists, nail technicians, beauty and hair product manufacturers and distributors. Connecting serious beauty professionals with the best in the industry, the Show brings hundreds of top beauty brands together under one roof for educational classes by industry legends, workshops, and exclusive show-floor discounts. For more information, visit ibslasvegas.com

About IECSC
Produced by Questex, and presented by American Spa, the International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa Conferences (IECSC) are for professionals only and reach a wide cross‐section of participants from spa and wellness product manufacturers and distributors to spa owners, directors and managers, estheticians, massage therapists, medical estheticians, and dermatologists. With dynamic trade show floors and in-depth conference programs, the IECSC events provide the perfect meeting ground for the world’s most elite and qualified spa professionals looking to meet the top skin, cosmetic and wellness companies. For more information, visit iecsc.com.

About QUESTEX
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

Media Contact
Jennifer Rosen
Group Marketing Director
Travel & Wellness Group
E: jrosen@questex.com

Women in Electronics to lead Breakfast Workshop on June 26 and provides unique opportunity to connect with peers, unpack critical data on gender parity, and explore strategies for amplifying impact

NEW YORK, June 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Sensors Converge today announces a partnership with Women in Electronics (WE) for the 2024 event. Sensors Converge takes place June 24-26 at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, California. Register here.

The partnership aims to create a robust platform for women professionals, providing unparalleled opportunities to connect, collaborate, and advance their careers, and is in collaboration with Women in Sensors Engineering (WISE) programming at the event.

On Wednesday, June 26 at 8 am, Women in Electronics CEO and Founder, Jackie Mattox, will host a special session entitled Leveling Up: Leading with Confidence, Strength, and Purpose.

The workshop session offers a unique opportunity to connect with peers, unpack critical data on gender parity, and explore strategies for amplifying leadership impact via structured networking, data-driven insights, and interactive roundtables Full details of the session can be found here.

Other elements of the Women in Sensors & Engineering (WISE) Programming at Sensors Converge include:

The Women in Sensors & Engineering Panel: Revolutionizing Women’s Health – The Blueprint for FemTech Triumph on Wednesday, June 26.Women in Sensors & Engineering Meetup on Tuesday, June 25.Best of Sensors Awards Ceremony – Woman of the Year Award on Tuesday, June 25. View the finalists here.

“We are excited to partner with Women in Electronics for Sensors Converge 2024. This collaboration aligns with our mission to empower women in the sensors industry by providing them with the resources, networks, and opportunities they need to succeed,” said Charlene Soucy, Senior Director, Technology – Sensors & Electronics.

“Women in Electronics is thrilled to align with other women’s groups and initiatives like WISE, Women in Sensors and Engineering, that are seeking to advance results in gender parity,” said Jackie Mattox, CEO and Founder, Women in Electronics. “We are very much looking forward this this event and future collaboration.”

Sensors Converge offers several registration options, including the VIP Pass, which provides access to the entire event including pre-conference workshops and VIP reception, and the Expo Hall Pass, which offers access to all WISE Programming, 200+ exhibitors, keynotes and main stage sessions. For more information, visit: https://www.sensorsconverge.com/register.

For exhibit or sponsorship opportunities, click here.

Stay connected with Sensors Converge on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X.

About Women in Electronics (WE):

About Women in Electronics (WE United): Women in Electronics (WE) was founded in 2017 by a group of professionals to offer a sense of community, develop together, and unite with colleagues to advance results in gender parity in the electronics industry, industrial industry, and related end-user markets utilizing technology. Since its inception, WE has further expanded to digital technology industries, focused on four organizational goals: empower, advocate, develop, and celebrate. WE provides leadership growth and development, mentorship, thought-leadership events, career resources, and the opportunity to engage with a community of professional members. WE receives support from leading industry organizations and reaches the industry community through events and local chapters throughout the US and Europe, with plans to reach a broader global community under the spirit of WE United, which includes women, men, and anyone who would like to be a part of their mission.

To learn more about Women in Electronics, visit https://www.womeninelectronics.com WE is a 501c3 non-profit social impact organization.

Contact jackie@womeninelectronics.com for more information on membership, sponsorship, and/or potential alignment.

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About Sensors Converge
Sensors Converge (www.sensorsconverge.com), formerly known as Sensors Expo & Conference, got its start 39 years ago bringing together the design engineering community to network, share ideas, and define the future roadmap for the sensors industry. Sensors Converge is part of the Fierce Technology Group, a division of Questex, which also produces the Best of Sensors Awards, Fierce Electronics, Fierce Sensors, as well as daily content and newsletters on Fierce Electronics at www.fierceelectronics.com.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

Media Contact
Sonal Patel
Sensors Converge
sonal@sonal.io

2025 Event to Take Place at Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Florida

NEW YORK, June 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Sibec Americas, the leading one-to-one event for the fitness industry, successfully completed its flagship event, May 19-22, at the Langham Huntington in Pasadena, California.

Premier global suppliers conducted more than 2,025 one-to-one meetings with owners and operators representing health and fitness facilities from all over the Americas. Plus, all attendees enjoyed multiple evening receptions and education sessions, enabling suppliers to meet with all buyers in attendance. The event has been bringing industry leaders together for over 15 years, where buyers and suppliers build relationships in one-to-one meetings and planned networking opportunities.

Opening night was a lively outdoor reception featuring entrance cadences from South Pasadena High School’s drumline, followed by a visit on Night 2 to the famed Rose Bowl. Participants had the rare opportunity to have dinner and play football-themed games right on the field of the legendary turf. At the closing reception, guests were treated to an “Oscars-style” awards ceremony called “The Sibecs,” complete with a red carpet, fun-fueled awards, and many photo opportunities.

Each morning, attendees were offered optional fitness classes including electro muscle stimulation (EMS) training, yoga, and indoor cycling pods, each sponsored by KATALYST, YogaFit, and Swerve, respectively. Content during the day included a study on various wellness therapies within the fitness scope and a keynote on the rapidly progressing world of AI.

Attendees could not be more pleased with their experience at Sibec Americas.

Beth Shaw, Founder and CEO of YogaFit & YogaFit Studios said, “This is the best show I’ve ever been to in the fitness industry.”

Andrew Nelson, VP of supply chain at Exos said, “The mix of suppliers hit on several new offerings we’ve been integrating into our sites and client designs. This Sibec was especially beneficial for our organization as we got the chance to meet in person with suppliers we previously had only met virtually.”

Sibec Americas 2025 will be held May 12-15, 2025 at the newly renovated Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Florida. Questex is offering a special early bird discount for suppliers who sign up by June 21, 2024. Click here to inquire.

For more information on Sibec Americas, click here.

About Sibec
Organized by Questex, Sibec events are the longest running one-to-one events for professionals in the fitness industry, reaching a wide cross‐section of participants from fitness and wellness products, manufacturers and distributors, to club owners, directors, and managers. With one-to-one appointments, multiple networking opportunities, and education, Sibec events provides the perfect meeting ground for the world’s most elite and qualified buyers of fitness equipment and industry suppliers looking to meet the top global companies.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, hospitality, and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here. 

Media Contact
Carrie Harper
Marketing Manager
Questex Wellness Group
charper@questex.com

Submissions open through July 18

NEW YORK, June 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Fierce Network and the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) today announces the call for submissions for the Broadband Nation Awards. The awards program celebrates outstanding achievements in solutions, programs, use cases, technology, and individual contributions across the broadband sector.

Alejandro Piñero, Senior Director, Broadband, Fierce Network said, “Our awards program features the innovation and excellence redefining broadband throughout the United States. We look forward to learning about the accomplishments from companies and individuals in our industry.”

The awards program categories include:

Best Broadband & Data mapping solution or InitiativeBest Converged Solution – Cable & ConnectivityBest Municipal or Public Connectivity ProgramBest Urban Connectivity Technology – Access, Reliability & AffordabilityBest Use of 5G FWA For Remote/Rural ConnectivityEnabling Connectivity – Middle Mile AwardExcellence in FTTH DeploymentExcellence in Wireless Neutral Host NetworksExcellence in Satellite ConnectivityImpact Award – Greatest Technical achievement in connecting the unconnected (Individual)Innovation in State Broadband Deployment AwardOpen or Shared Infrastructure & Networking AwardOutstanding Efforts in Driving Workforce Development (Public Sector)Outstanding Efforts in Driving Workforce Development (Private Sector)Outstanding Training, Certification or Academic Program for Broadband (Public Sector)Outstanding Training, Certification or Academic Program for Broadband (Private Sector)Regional Carrier of the Year (Wireless & Wireline)

The call for submissions is now open here through July 18.

All of the submissions will be reviewed and voted on by an independent panel of judges.

Finalists will be announced on August 20. And winners will be announced at the Broadband Nation Awards reception and dinner on October 10. Register to attend here.

For Broadband Nation Awards sponsorship opportunities, contact Scott Gruntorad at sgruntorad@questex.com. 

The awards program is part of Broadband Nation Expo, which unites broadband service providers and industry partners with academic, local, state and federal government leaders in a unique venue that will focus on solving complex broadband-related issues such as closing the labor shortage gap and bridging the digital divide once and for all. The event takes place October 9-11 at the Gaylord Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

Stay connected with Broadband Expo Nation on X and LinkedIn.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

Media Contact
Kathleen Dean
Broadband Nation Awards
kdean@questex.com

NYU IHIIC 2025 Takes Place June 1-3 at the Marriott Marquis in New York

NEW YORK, June 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This week at the 46th annual NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference (NYU IHIIC), operated by Questex, a leading information services and event company, in partnership with the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) and its Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality, top industry executives, from CEOs of hotel brands to various investment and real estate executives, discussed the latest trends, economic influences and projections. The NYU IHIIC hosted more than 2,100 delegates, 20% of which were equity investors, representing more than $70B in hotel assets under management. Sixty percent of investor attendees attended the conference for the first time, demonstrating the increasing appeal of hospitality as an investment class. 

The NYU IHIIC has been the touchstone for hotel investment and development in the Americas for over 40 years. Yearly, the conference program delivers unparalleled thought leadership through keynotes, general sessions, workshops, and networking events. Over 180 top industry executives delivered unparalleled thought leadership through keynotes, general sessions and workshops.  

This year’s event theme “Driving Alpha” showcased opportunities for those with expertise of the hotel/hospitality sector to drive profitability through operational innovation.

The opening keynote address was delivered by Ellen Zentner, Managing Director and Chief US Economist at Morgan Stanley, who set the tone with an overview of the ever-evolving macroeconomic landscape and its impact on the hospitality industry and the capital markets.

Other prominent leaders who presented at NYU IHIIC include:

Geoff Ballotti, President and Chief Executive Officer, Wyndham Hotels & ResortsBrian Kelly, The Points GuyGloria Guevara Manzo, Chief Special Advisor, Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia (and former Secretary for Tourism of Mexico and former President and CEO of the WTTC)Patrick Pacious, President and Chief Executive Officer, Choice Hotels InternationalCraig S. Smith, Chief Executive Officer, Aimbridge Hospitality Larry Cuculic, President and CEO, Best Western Hotels and Resorts Chad Sorensen, ISHC, CEO, CHM Warnick Kendra Plummer, CEO, Elise CapitalGreg Juceam, President and Chief Executive Officer, Extended Stay AmericaTyler Morse, Chairman and CEO, MCR HotelsMit Shah, Chief Executive Officer, Noble Investment GroupJohn Murray, President and Chief Executive Officer, Sonesta International Hotels Edward Pitonyak, CEO, Vici Properties

The “Leader of Finance Interview: Insights on Changing Markets​” session explored the determining considerations that guide leadership, performance, and adaptability in uncertain times at a leading financial institution. David Solomon​, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.​ shared insights on thriving in ever-changing markets, and discovering cross-sector lessons for success.​

Blackstone’s President and Chief Operating Officer, Jon Gray, received the inaugural Jonathan Tisch Active Citizenship Award. The award celebrates the positive impact and achievements of a leader in the hospitality industry. Gray also participated in a Fireside Chat with Tisch, covering the state of the industry and his philanthropy.

“The CEOs Check In: Industry Titans on Driving the Hospitality Market” session brought together the leaders of the world’s major hospitality companies to share their insights on the shifts in the hospitality, travel, and real estate markets. Anthony Capuano, President and Chief Executive Officer, Marriott International; Christopher J. Nassetta, President and Chief Executive Officer, Hilton; Elie Maalouf, Chief Executive Officer, IHG Hotels & Resorts; Mark S. Hoplamazian, President and Chief Executive Officer; Hyatt Hotels Corporation; and Sébastien M. Bazin, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Accor will share the macro-trends that will have the most significant impact on the market, the events that will reshape the industry, and the strategies for surpassing goals. The session was hosted by Sara Eisen, Anchor, Closing Bell, CNBC. 

“For more than four decades, the NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference has been the go-to event for industry business leaders,” said Alexi Khajavi, Group President Hospitality, Wellness and Travel, Questex. “In its first year under Questex management control, we have helped the conference grow while also delivering unparalleled content. The robust discussions and insights shared by industry leaders highlight the resilience of our sector and also paved the way for innovative strategies and renewed growth. I am particularly impressed by the forward-thinking approaches that emerged from the sessions. I expect they will set a strong foundation for future success.”

Nicolas Graf, Jonathan M. Tisch Chaired Professor and Associate Dean of the NYU SPS Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality, said, “This year’s event carried on the tradition of engaging discussions and debates, emblematic of our industry’s dynamism and its innovative thinking and actions. We look forward to seeing how the thought-provoking ideas and themes discussed here play out in the coming months and learning more about their impact when we gather again for the NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference in June 2025.”

A share of proceeds from the event will help fund student scholarships at the NYU SPS Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality and further support the program’s mission of educating and preparing future leaders and innovators for careers in global hospitality management, travel, and tourism.

NYU IHIIC 2025 takes place June 1-3, 2025 at the Marriott Marquis in New York. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Andrew Walmsley awalmsley@questex.com.

Stay connected with the NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference on LinkedIn and X.

About the NYU SPS Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality
The NYU School of Professional Studies Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality, now celebrating nearly 30 years of academic excellence, is a leading center for the study of hospitality, travel, and tourism. Founded in 1995, the Tisch Center was established in response to the growing need for hospitality and tourism undergraduate and graduate education. Its cutting-edge curricula attract bright, motivated students who seek to become leaders in their fields The Tisch Center recently launched the Hospitality Innovation Hub (HI Hub), which will foster entrepreneurship and creative solutions for the industries it serves. For more information, visit sps.nyu.edu/tisch.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

Media Contacts
Kate Spellman
Questex
kspellman@questex.com

Michael DeMeo
NYU SPS Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality
michael.demeo@nyu.edu

Presented at the NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference; First Time the Award Presented to a Family

NEW YORK, June 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Shah Family, founders of Hersha Hotels and Resorts and HHM Hotels, was awarded the Hotel News Now Stephen W. Brener Silver Plate Award at the NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference (NYU IHIIC), operated by Questex, in partnership with the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) and its Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality. Amanda Hite, president of STR; and Stephanie Ricca, editorial director of Hotel News Now, presented the Shah Family with the award.

Hersha Hotels and Resorts owns and operates luxury and lifestyle hotels in coastal gateway and resort markets. The Company’s 25 hotels totaling 3,811 rooms are located in New York, Washington, D.C., Boston, Philadelphia, South Florida and California. HHM Hotels is a manager and an investor with a coast to coast portfolio of 240 hotels.

Presented to a family for the first time, the award honors the work of Hasu and Hersha Shah in building the early architecture of the Hersha companies, and the work of Jay and Neil, their sons, as they continue to keep the company on the leading edge of the industry and to elevate it to the next level, including last year’s successful take private of Hersha Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: HT) with KSL Capital Partners. The award honors the value of the family’s effort behind it all.

This lifetime achievement award has been presented since 1959 to honor an executive or company that shows exemplary commitment to and support of the hotel and tourism industries. The award was renamed in 1994 to the Stephen W. Brener Silver Plate Award to honor Brener, a noted New York-based hotel consultant and broker, and World War II veteran, who died in 1994.

Previous award winners include: Arne Sorensen of Marriott International, Chris Nassetta of Hilton, Mark Hoplamazian of Hyatt, and Geoff Ballotti of Wyndham Hotel Group.

“The Shah Family built their hospitality companies from the ground up, and they continue to evolve the business in ways that benefit the industry and their stakeholders. We are happy to present this year’s Stephen W. Brener Silver Plate Award to this legendary family,” said Stephanie Ricca, editorial director of Hotel News Now.

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About the NYU SPS Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality
The NYU SPS Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality, now celebrating nearly 30 years of academic excellence, is a leading center for the study of hospitality, travel, and tourism. Founded in 1995, the Tisch Center was established in response to the growing need for hospitality and tourism undergraduate and graduate education. Its cutting-edge curricula attract bright, motivated students who seek to become leaders in their fields The Tisch Center recently launched the Hospitality Innovation Hub (HI Hub), which will foster entrepreneurship and creative solutions for the industries it serves. For more information, visit sps.nyu.edu/tisch.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

CONTACTS:
Kate Spellman
Questex
kspellman@questex.com

Michael DeMeo
NYU SPS Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality
michael.demeo@nyu.edu

Co-located with The Hospitality Show; 4,500 Bar, Restaurant and Hotel Owners, Operators, GMs, Investors, and Developers to Attend

NEW YORK, June 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas, an extension of the nation’s largest and most influential gathering of bar and restaurant owners and operators, today announces registration is open. With the theme “Unlock your profit potential,” the event will bring together 4,500 bar, restaurant and hotel owners, operators, GMs, investors, and developers. Co-located with The Hospitality Show, October 28-30 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, TX, the event will serve as a hub for cultivating fresh partnership opportunities within the hotel industry. To register to attend Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas, click here.

Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas will allow attendees to explore collaborative partnerships between bars, restaurants, and hotels; gain insights from industry experts through engaging workshops and discussions; and offer a networking hub where attendees can sample craft cocktails, taste delicious food items and build new, strategic relationships.

The Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas conference program will address key topics, including venue profitability, menu development, marketing and promotions, people and staffing, operational efficiency, guest experience and more. The program will feature masterclasses, breakout sessions, industry led keynotes, and business triage consulting. 

In addition, the Expo Hall will feature:

An interactive bar to sample the latest beverage trendsFood & Beverage Theater with insights on how to grow menu profitsOver 300 suppliers, including Red Bull North America, Orange Door, Redfern, SmartTab, Liquid Death Mountain Water, SkyTab, Nextera Systems LLC, Hot Cup Factory, Oh Snap! Pickling, Team Trivia, Race Label Solutions, Old Trapper Smoked Products, and many more. View the complete exhibitor list here.

By co-locating with The Hospitality Show, attendees will have the opportunity to source suppliers selling CRM, digital signage, guest management, security, labor management, kiosks and more. Learn more about The Hospitality Show here.

“From optimizing operational efficiency and supply chain management to leveraging technology and consumer behavior analysis, Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas offers a deep dive into the crucial factors that contribute to financial success in this highly competitive industry,” said Tim McLucas, VP and Market Leader of the Bar & Restaurant Group at Questex. “We look forward to converging the bar, restaurant and hotel industry under one roof in Texas to drive business growth.”

To register to attend Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas, click here. Passes start at $99 through September 8.

Suppliers in the food and beverage industry can request exhibit and sponsor information here. For Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas sponsorship, contact Kyle Zegan at kzegan@questex.com.

Learn more about Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas hotel and travel here.

Stay connected with Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

About Bar & Restaurant Expo
Bar & Restaurant Expo has continued to evolve and mirror the fast-paced, trend-setting nature of the hospitality industry. The event has been providing the specific tools that bar and restaurant owners, operators, and managers need to grow their businesses, compete, and succeed in this hyper- competitive and dynamic industry. The Bar & Restaurant Group is part of the Questex Travel & Hospitality Division and also produces World Tea Expo, World Tea News, World Tea Academy, as well as Bar & Restaurant Expo, Bar & Restaurant News, and Vibe Conference.

About The Hospitality Show
The Hospitality Show is an event for the entire hospitality ecosystem with one goal: operating hotels more efficiently and profitably. Produced by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Questex, the event brings together top industry leaders, senior executives of hotel brands, owners, operators, management companies, procurement specialists and their teams. The Hospitality Show 2024 is taking place October 28-30 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, TX.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

Media Contact
Michelle Osborne 
Events Marketing Director, Hospitality
Questex
mosborne@questex.com