Questex Unveils a Transformation for its Life Sciences Events in 2025

Introducing Fierce Pharma Week, Fierce Pharma Engage, and Fierce Biotech Week

NEW YORK, Oct. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex today announces a bold new direction for its life sciences events in 2025. By harnessing the power of its vibrant community, Questex is launching a series of innovative events in 2025 designed to foster collaboration and drive meaningful change in the industry.

These dynamic gatherings will unite diverse life sciences professionals—spanning marketing, medical affairs, commercial, communications, R&D, and clinical sectors. Attendees will gain unparalleled insights from leaders in biotech and pharma, sharing unique challenges and solutions that enhance patient experiences and propel innovation in drug development and clinical research. These new events will be additions to the 2025 lineup which include the Fierce 50 Awards Gala, Fierce JPM Week, and Fierce Health Payer Summit.

“Our communities have embraced the evolution of our events,” says Rhiannon James, Group President. Pharma, Healthcare & Technology. “In today’s fast-paced landscape, it’s crucial to unite life sciences stakeholders to address industry challenges, exchange best practices, and break down job function silos. Through collaboration and expert insights, these events will redefine the future of healthcare.”

Event Highlights

Fierce Pharma Engage
April 29-May 1, 2025 | San Diego, CA
An exclusive event for pharma and biotech executives, Fierce Pharma Engage focuses on marketing, BD&L, medical affairs, and communications communities. This intimate setting fosters collaboration and allows leaders to explore cutting-edge technologies and develop tailored strategies for success.

Fierce Pharma Week
September 8-11, 2025 | Philadelphia, PA
Bringing together over 2,000 life science executives, this event focuses on integrating marketing and sales, medical affairs, and communications. Formerly separate events such as Digital Pharma East, New Product Planning Summit, Pharma PR & Communications Summit East and the Medical Affairs Strategic Summit East will now converge to create specialized tracks and community zones, allowing attendees to refine product development and brand strategies.

Fierce Biotech Week
October 7-9, 2025 | Boston, MA
This event merges key insights from the Fierce Biotech Summit, Trial Master File Summit and Fierce Clinical Summit, featuring C-suite leadership discussions on R&D priorities, drug development optimization, and strategies for capital raising and partnerships.

Engaging Experiences Await

Each new event will feature tailored content tracks and community zones, enabling participants to freely network and engage across disciplines. Attendees will enjoy educational sessions, structured networking opportunities, and interactive social activities designed to spark collaboration and innovation. Explore sponsorship opportunities and become part of this transformative experience.

For inquiries, please contact Angelique Alcover at aalcover@questex.com.

About Fierce Pharma
Fierce Pharma is the go-to destination for the news and trends shaping the industry. Our focus daily is on news about approved drugs and every aspect of pharma’s operations as well as the people who move pharma forward. Our coverage also feeds longer-form content, podcasts and events. In staying on top of the news, our journalists have developed a loyal audience. Critically, we explain the news—often complicated technology or business maneuvers—and put it in context that brings it home for our readers and listeners in their work lives.

Stay connected via LinkedIn and X.

Fierce Biotech
Biopharma is a fast-growing world where big ideas come along daily. Our readers rely on Fierce Biotech for the latest news, analysis and data on drugs and the companies that make them. Fierce Biotech covers the biopharma waterfront, from drug development through the entire lifecycle—tracking regulatory approvals, payer negotiations, manufacturing, marketing, patent fights, government investigations and regulation, M&A deals and beyond. Our aim is to analyze the day’s news, showing readers not only what they need to know, but why they need to know it. Beyond the daily, the Fierce Biotech team produces special reports that take stock of the industry’s products and finances, and shed new light on industry trends.

Stay connected via LinkedIn and X.

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

Linda Lam

Sr. Director of Marketing, Life Sciences and Healthcare
Questex
llam@questex.com

Questex’s Spatec North America Shone Bright in the Phoenix Sun Delivering a Sizzling Success for Spa Leaders

2025 Event will Take Place Sept 7-10 at Pier Sixty-Six in Fort Lauderdale, FL

NEW YORK, Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Spatec North America, the spa industry’s leading one-to-one event, brought together North America’s most prestigious owners and operators of major resort, hotel, destination and day spas, to meet with global suppliers, September 15-18, 2024 at the Wigwam Resort in Litchfield Park, Arizona for two and a half days of unparalleled networking that included up to 20 one-to-one appointments, receptions, education and discovery. Spatec North America announced next year’s event will take place September 7-10, 2025 at the newly renovated Pier Sixty-Six in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

“The Spatec team delivered an exceptional event, seamlessly blending business, networking, and inspiring presentations from remarkable speakers,” said Elizabeth Fantetti Trevorrow, Event and Partnership Director, Questex Beauty & Spa Group. “Set against the backdrop of the desert in autumn, the experience was flawless. We’re excited to bring this success to Fort Lauderdale in 2025.”

The event was an incredible success, fulfilling its commitment to unite suppliers through nearly 600 one-on-one appointments with buyers they chose in advance based on specific pre-selection criteria. Thoughtfully planned themed receptions, education, and team building, provided attendees with opportunities to network with everyone present, regardless of their pre-scheduled appointments.

“The one-on-one meetings were exceptionally well-organized, and sharing meals and drinks created a great balance between networking and fun,” said Ana Mijokovic, Account Manager for CryoBuilt. “It provided numerous opportunities to connect with incredible professionals in the wellness and spa industry.”

Day 1 kicked off with optional morning wellness opportunities for all including sunrise yoga and a guided walk before they were welcomed to a networking breakfast and presentation, “Build a Thriving Team: Strategies for Cultivating a Vibrant Culture” from Dr. LaRae Verros, Principle, PLG | Prime Leadership Group. The day continued with productive one-to-one meetings between buyers and suppliers and was capped off with a Sonoran-themed reception.

An optional morning workout of mat Pilates was offered on Day 2, prior to the networking breakfast and education. Guests were treated to “The Art of Leadership, The Science of Management and The Mathematics of Success” presented by Brian McGee, CEO at Bam Navigation, before heading to their full day of one-to-one appointments. Some lucky buyers enjoyed afternoon spa treatments, compliments of a select group of suppliers, before the entire group closed the event in what felt like an Italian dreamscape off the Amalfi coast – a closing reception to remember.

“Spatec is a beautifully curated experience for buyers,” said Stevie White, Director of Wellness Operations, CIVANA Wellness Resort and Spa. “The time and detail that went into allowing enough time with each vendor did not go unnoticed. The one on one meetings, paired with the networking made for a perfect event.”

“This was a great event for sourcing new vendors and networking with other industry professionals,” said Jill Barron, Director of Spa, Ocean Reef Club Salon & Spa. “Everything was top-notch and the variety of various types of vendors was perfect.”

Those interested in becoming a supplier at next year’s event click here. Those interested in applying to be a hosted buyer can contact Jennifer Willey, Industry Relations Manager, Questex at jwilley@questex.com.

Learn more about Spatec North America at spatecna.com and stay connected via the IECSC/Spatec social channels: LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

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
Senior Marketing Director
jrosen@questex.com

Questex’s Digital Pharma East Brought Pharma Marketing Professionals Together to Ignite Innovative Discussions and Marketing Strategies to Shape the Future of the Industry

NEW YORK, Sept. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Digital Pharma East, the premier marketing event for life sciences, presented by Fierce Pharma, took place September 9-12 at the Philadelphia Convention Center in Philadelphia and September 16-18 virtually. Digital Pharma East hosted over 1,500 life sciences professionals, a 16% increase from 2023, and 100 sponsors/exhibitors. The growth of Digital Pharma East demonstrates the critical importance of the event for the pharma marketing community.

“Digital Pharma East is the ultimate gathering of biotech and big pharma elite and we are very pleased by the success of this year’s event,” said Jennifer Woods, VP/Market Leader, Life Sciences/Healthcare Events. “This year we showcased innovative discussions around technology, marketing and new products to enrich people’s lives. We also fostered invaluable connections and insightful discussions in shaping the future of our industry.”

Digital Pharma East’s conference program provided a cross section of strategies and best practices broadly used by marketing and commercial teams at big pharma and biotech companies. Fierce Pharma built an insightful program with cutting-edge content and forward-thinking discussions via insights from its advisory board, industry leaders and speakers. 

Conference program highlights:

High-level, cutting-edge content from 60 sessions presented by over 190 speakers provided actionable strategies for attendees to take back to their teams.New areas of focus including Patient Storytelling, How to Innovate, New Customer Engagement Models and Surviving and Thriving while Restructuring and a deep dive with practical case studies during focused tracks on Omnichannel Marketing, HCP Engagement, Patient Solutions and Media. Industry leaders from top life sciences companies including AbbVie, AstraZeneca, Bayer Healthcare, Bristol Myers Squibb, Dermavant Sciences, GSK, Galderma, Gilead Sciences, Merck, Novartis, Organon, Pfizer, Sanofi, Sumitomo Pharmaceuticals, UCB and many more discussed new ideas, innovations, and emerging trends and learn what it means to be fierce in pharma marketing.Digital Pharma Power Up Day offered three workshops.Keynote presentation by Maurice Benard, Film and Television Veteran, Member of the Actor’s Studio, and Three-Time Emmy Award Winner.

In addition to speakers from pharma, biotech and medical device companies, the event hosted representatives from various companies including Amazon Pharmacy, Rock’n Robin Productions, filmmakers and patient community leaders from multiple organizations including Thriving Blind Academy, Eustress, Inc., “A Hot MS,” the cancer support community as well as six practicing doctors – all who shared their unique perspectives on how the industry can improve the health and quality of life for everyone.

The 2024 Fierce Pharma Marketing Awards Gala, an annual awards program presented by Fierce Pharma, took place in conjunction with event. The competition highlights the pharma companies and their agencies that have produced thought-provoking, innovative, and compelling campaigns that are making a difference and meeting the global health challenges of today and tomorrow. This year’s gala, which took place on September 11, had record-breaking attendance. View award winners here.

Digital Pharma East partnered with Hope in Pain, a patient advocacy group dedicated to raising awareness, providing education, and offering resources for those struggling with migraine.

Select sponsors of Digital Pharma East include: Marquee sponsors IQVIA, Medscape and PulsePoint; and Platinum sponsors AdTheorent Health, Doximity, GoodRx, OptimizeRx, PatientPoint and Phreesia.

In 2025, Digital Pharma East will be a part of Fierce Pharma Week, which takes place September 8-11, 2025 in Philadelphia. This new event is part of Questex’s bold new direction for its life sciences events to foster collaboration and drive meaningful change in the industry. Bringing together over 2,000 life science executives, this new event focuses on integrating marketing and sales, medical affairs, and communications. Formerly separate events Digital Pharma East, New Product Planning Summit, Pharma PR & Communications Summit and the Medical Affairs Strategic Summit will now converge to create specialized tracks and community zones, allowing attendees to refine product development and brand strategies.

To learn more about Fierce Pharma Week, visit: https://www.fiercepharmaweek.com.

For sponsorship opportunities contact: 
Andy WalkerDor PeledShauna Gregawalker@questex.com   dpeled@questex.com   sgreig@questex.com    

Stay connected with Fierce Pharma Week on LinkedIn and X.

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
Linda Lam
Senior Director of Marketing, Fierce Life Sciences & Healthcare
llam@questex.com

Global Trends, Increased Revenue, and Skills-Based Workshops All Top the Ticket for Questex’s IECSC Florida 2024 Conference

NEW YORK, Sept. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s International Esthetics, Cosmetics & Spa Conference (IECSC) Florida, the most influential gathering of spa and wellness professionals in the Southeast, presented by American Spa, will be curating over 90 hours of content for its 26th show, October 13-14, 2024 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida.

“We curate our conference to propel the growth of the industry, to incorporate what’s trending, and give our attendees what they’ve asked for,” said Elizabeth Fantetti Trevorrow, Event & Partnerships Director, Beauty & Spa for Questex. “This year we’ll feature the global trend towards holistic health and wellness, including gut health, hormone care and lymphatic drainage, in addition to skills-based workshops related to treating melanated skin, chemical peels, and brow enhancements. Other programs include new ways to increase ticket prices, how to diversify menu offering, classes on waxing, IV therapies and lashes.”

Featured holistic health and wellness classes focus on natural solutions, self-care practices and personalized care are gaining traction:

Learn to Unlock the Power of the Lymphatic System: Demo & Discussion, Tina Abnoosi.Exploring the Skin’s Barrier & Microbiota, Dr. Erin Madigan-Fleck.Scent-sational: Aromatherapy for Spa Professionals, Monique Blake.
Plus, massage therapists can earn 1 CE credit toward their license renewal with this class (CE4020955), which has been approved as a live course for one CE by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork.

Classes that emphasize best practices in spa management, including client retention, legal compliance and transformational leadership are in high demand.

Beauty and the Legal Beast: Compliance for Med Spa Entrepreneurs, Amanda Howard.From Consultation to Cultivation: Proven Strategies for Client Retention, Cassandra McClure.Unlock Your Leadership Potential: The EQ-Driven Path to Business Excellence in Aesthetics, Megan Smith and Ana Natalie Delgado.

Classes that emphasize diversifying revenue streams and increasing ticket prices are growing in prominence and creating buzz.

Introduction to IV Therapy in Your MedSpa, Taiche’ Griffin.Build Your Bottom Line with Waxing, Kirsten Goetzelman.Get in the Brow Game with Brow Laminations, Rita St. Pierre.

Skills-based workshops include:

Forward-thinking Chemical Peels for Melanated Skin, Alyna Velez.The Pigmentation Situation; Exploring All Angles, Savanna Boda.Gua Sha Your Way to Gorgeous: Holistic Face Sculpting Techniques, Alissa de Jongh, ND, MIWM.Management of Chemical Peel Complications, Pamela R. Springer.

View the full curated conference schedule here.

In addition, attendees can take advantage of two free opportunities to earn continuing education hours courtesy of WU Aesthetics available for redemption at booth #106.

10-Hour Continuing Education (CE) for Cosmetology Professionals – a $20.99 value. (#0501529)4-Hour Initial HIV/AIDs Continuing Education for Cosmetology Professionals – an $18.99 value. (#0501532)

Attendees who purchase a conference pass will receive unlimited access to the Exhibit Hall for two full days, which will be teeming with top-tier brands selling at professionals only prices, some of who will be teaching Product Focused Education, also included for no additional charge. Each class will offer a deep dive into a specific product or service, giving attendees expert brand knowledge that they can leverage in their businesses.

Attendees who purchase three or more conference classes will save $25; those who purchase six or more, will save $100.

Make It a Weekend and Take the Brightline – Save 25%
The Palm Beach County Convention Center is located just over a mile from the exquisite clear waters of beautiful Palm Beach, and directly across the street from Rosemary Square, offering incredible shopping & dining, and the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. Organizers encourage attendees to come early and make it a weekend to experience this gorgeous destination before engaging at the event.

To sweeten the deal, IECSC Florida is offering a 25% discount off Brightline train tickets for convenient transportation from Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Orlando to the West Palm Beach train station located less than a mile from the Convention Center. Click here for both hotel and train discount information.

Register to Attend
IECSC Florida takes place October 13-14, 2024 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Register here. Register as a group of four or more to save $20 off total registration. Conference passes include 2-Day Exhibit Hall access. Attendance prices will increase by $20 on site at the event. Media may register to attend here.

For sponsorship and exhibit opportunities, click here.

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

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.IBS and IECSC Las Vegas, June 21-23, 2025, West Hall, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada. Ibslasvegas.com and iecsclasvegas.com for more information.

Stay connected with IECSC Florida on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook.

About IECSC
Produced by Questex, 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, cosmetologists, medical estheticians, and dermatologists. With dynamic trade show floors, in-depth conference programs, and presented by sister brand America Spa, 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.

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
Senior Marketing Director
jrosen@questex.com        

Questex’s Broadband Nation Expo Announces Conference and Exhibit Updates

Added industry leading speakers, new event features, and 80 total exhibitors and partners

Conference and Expo Takes Place October 9-11 in Washington, D.C.

NEW YORK, Sept. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Broadband Nation Expo, the largest meeting ground for the U.S. broadband industry produced by Questex’s Fierce Network and TIA: Telecommunications Industry Association, reveals the addition of industry leading speakers to the conference program, new event features, and a total of 80 exhibitors and partners. The event is bringing service providers, industry partners, and a diverse array of stakeholders including academic institutions, local, state and federal government leaders together to discuss the future of broadband in the U.S. and the concerted effort needed to successfully bridge the digital divide. Broadband Nation Expo takes place October 9-11 at the Gaylord Convention Center in Washington, D.C. Register here.

“We’re thrilled by the incredible support our event has received from the industry,” said Kevin Gray, VP & Market Leader at Questex Technology Group. “With over 110 speakers and nearly 80 companies committed, a 45% increase in participation compared to last year, this is a remarkable milestone. It reflects the momentum in our industry as we continue striving to bridge the digital divide.”

“We have an impressive agenda planned, featuring two and a half days filled with in-depth discussions on the latest advancements in fiber and wireless technologies, comprehensive strategies for achieving nationwide connectivity, and the cultivation of a skilled broadband workforce,” said Dave Stehlin, CEO TIA. “The collaboration between the NTIA, state broadband offices, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), workforce development agencies, and community colleges is intensifying, and we appreciate their commitment to sharing critical insights that are essential for ensuring universal connectivity.”

New speakers added to the Conference program across industry, states, education and government:

William Arbuckle, US Department of Commerce, NTIAJoshua Breitbart, ConnectALL Office, Empire State DevelopmentRick Cimerman, NCTA – The Internet & Television AssociationDavid Eckard, NokiaKristen Engebretsen, Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband CoalitionKevin Gallagher, AccentureKendra Jo Grindle, Maine Connectivity AuthorityBryan W. Horn, Virginia Department of Housing and Community DevelopmentDr. Chandler LeBoeuf, Ed.D., CWD. CFRE, Louisiana Community and Technical College SystemMaria Popo, Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE)Erin Scarborough, AT&TJeremy Sieffert, AT&TCatherine Frugé Starghill, Esq., New Jersey Community College Consortium for Workforce and Economic Development (NJCCCWED)Kwame Trotman, VerizonPeter Voderberg, Broadband Ohio, Ohio Department of DevelopmentNate Walowitz, Northwest Colorado Council of Governments

Additional highlights of Broadband Nation Expo:

NEW: Broadband Nation Start-Up Pitch Contest: where innovative ideas meet the future of connectivity! This exciting event brings together entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts, and industry experts to showcase groundbreaking solutions aimed at enhancing broadband access and technology. Participants will have the chance to pitch their start-up concepts to a panel of judges, including seasoned investors and leaders in the broadband industry.
Broadband Nation Awards: This program celebrates outstanding achievements in solutions, programs, use cases, technology and individual contributions across the broadband sector. The program will feature winners in 17 categories who will be announced on the Innovation Stage.
NEW: Broadband Nation Connect gives attendees the opportunity to connect with 30 technology leaders from Tier 2 and Tier 3 carriers across the U.S. Learn more here.NEW and Expanded: This event is poised to foster unparalleled networking opportunities and high-level discussions. Networking opportunities include an Exclusive Invitation Only VIP Reception hosted by Zayo, Exhibition Kick-off Party, Networking Lunch and Awards Ceremony, Exhibition Networking Reception, the Broadband Nation Expo event app and more.

For further details and registration, please visit Broadband Nation Expo. Stay connected with the latest updates by following Broadband Nation Expo on LinkedIn and X. Partnership opportunities for Broadband Nation Expo can be explored by contacting Scott Gruntorad at sgruntorad@questex.com.

About TIA
The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) – the trusted association for the connected world, represents more than 400 organizations that enable high-speed communication networks and accelerate next-generation technology innovation. As a member-driven organization, TIA advocates for our industry in the U.S. and internationally, develops critical standards, manages technology programs, and improves business performance, all to advance trusted global connectivity.

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
Charlene Soucy
Broadband Nation Expo
csoucy@questex.com

The Hospitality Show wins Trade Show Executive Gold 100 Grand Award for best new launch

Register for The Show 2024

NEW YORK and WASHINGTON, Sept. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Hospitality Show, the groundbreaking event designed to empower the hospitality industry produced by Questex and the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), has been awarded the prestigious Trade Show Executive Gold 100 Grand Award for Best New Event Launch 2023. This recognition underscores the show’s success in bringing together the diverse facets of the hospitality industry through an innovative and impactful format.

Launched with the singular mission to help the hospitality industry operate more efficiently and profitably, The Hospitality Show achieved remarkable success in its inaugural year. Designed as a perfect blend of conference and exhibition, it filled a significant void in the industry by focusing on uniting hotel owners, operators, management companies, and key industry stakeholders under one roof to collaborate and address the growing complexity of running hotels.

Key Features of the award-winning event included:

Overwhelming attendance and engagement: The Hospitality Show exceeded all expectations, welcoming more than 3,800 attendees from across the hospitality sector—152% of the projected goal. Attendees included C-suite executives, owners, operators, management companies, hotel brands, and technology leaders.Sold-out expo: The curated Expo, featuring 321 exhibitors offering cutting-edge solutions, was fully sold out and served as a prime environment for face-to-face networking and product demonstrations.Powerhouse speaker lineup: The event showcased over 100 influential industry leaders, including Geoff Ballotti, President & CEO of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Anthony Capuano, President & CEO of Marriott International, and Kat Cole, COO & President of Athletic Greens. These luminaries inspired and engaged attendees across three dynamic stages, offering invaluable insights into industry challenges and innovations.

The Hospitality Show 2024 will be held in San Antonio, Texas, Oct. 28-30, 2024, at the Henry B. González Convention Center. With The Hospitality Show’s award-winning legacy firmly established, the upcoming event promises even more exciting opportunities for learning, networking, and innovation, including:

Premier networking events: Attendees will connect with a diverse array of industry leaders during signature events such as the “Dia de Los Muertos” welcome reception, sponsored by DIRECTV HOSPITALITY, and the River Walk Block Party, sponsored by Procell. Plus, engage with peers in new interactive Expo pavilions, including the ESG Pavilion, DIRECTV HOSPITALITY’s In-Room Entertainment Zone, Meet me in the Lobby, and Outdoor Hospitality.Expanded expo hall: The Show will feature a larger Expo featuring over 400 vendors, showcasing the latest advancements in technology, F&B, entertainment, and operational efficiency. Insightful content on four dedicated stages: 100+ top-tier speakers, including José Andrés, Geoff Ballotti, Scott Greenberg, and Erin Andrews. Topics include strategies for optimizing operations, embracing emerging technology, and enhancing the guest experience. With presentations across four stages—Main Stage, Solutions Stage, Spotlight Stage, and the F&B Theater—attendees will leave with actionable insights to drive profitability.

“The Hospitality Show has proven that it’s not just another event on the calendar — it’s a must-attend experience for anyone serious about making valuable connections and driving profitability for their properties,” said Alexi Khajavi, Group President, Hospitality, Travel and Wellness. “We are honored to receive this recognition and look forward to building on this success with an even more impactful event this year.”

“This award underscores the tremendous success of last year’s breakthrough event, and The Show 2024 promises to be even better,” said AHLA Interim President & CEO Kevin Carey. “Join us in San Antonio Oct. 28-30 and see why The Show has quickly become the world’s premier hospitality technology and operations event.”

For more information and to register, visit www.thehospitalityshow.com. For program updates, sign up to receive The Hospitality Show newsletter and follow on FacebookInstagramLinkedIn, and X.

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 takes place October 28-30 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas.

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.

About AHLA
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) is the largest hotel association in America, representing more than 30,000 members from all segments of the industry nationwide – including iconic global brands, 80% of all franchised hotels, and the 16 largest hotel companies in the U.S. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., AHLA focuses on strategic advocacy, communications support, and workforce development programs to move the industry forward. Learn more at www.ahla.com.

Media Contacts: 
Pete Kasperowicz
American Hotel & Lodging Association
202-289-3155
pkasperowicz@ahla.com

Alexandra Aldridge
Questex
212.895.8284
aaldridge@questex.com

Kirvin Doak Communications
The Hospitality Show
THSPR@kirvindoak.com

CORRECTION – Questex’s Vibe Conference Unveils the Pulse of RFP Practices Report

A Comprehensive Analysis of RFP Practices in the Beverage Industry Presented November 13, 2024

This announcement replaces the announcement released at 10:00 a.m. ET on September 17, 2024. The date of the webinar was updated in the subtitle and in the body of the release.

NEW YORK, Sept. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Vibe Conference today unveils the Vibe Conference Pulse of RFP Practices, an index report that offers an in-depth analysis of the Request for Proposal (RFP) practices within the beverage industry. This report provides invaluable insights into the current trends, strategies, and benchmarks that are shaping the way beverage programs are sourced and managed across the industry.

The Pulse of RFP Practices report serves as an essential resource for industry professionals who want to stay ahead of the curve in a highly competitive market. By examining the latest RFP trends and best practices, the report equips beverage program managers and suppliers with the knowledge they need to optimize their approach, streamline operations, and secure better outcomes in their negotiations.

In the fast-paced world of on-premise beverage service, staying attuned to the best practices in RFP management is more important than ever. As beverage programs become increasingly sophisticated, the ability to effectively navigate the RFP process can be the difference between a successful partnership and a missed opportunity. Tracking RFP best practices not only ensures transparency and efficiency, but also fosters stronger relationships between suppliers and operators, leading to more innovative and profitable beverage programs.

The report surveyed more than 100 active beverage industry professionals and key findings include:

The typical concept sends out RFPs on an annual or quarterly basis.RFPs are typically issued to explore innovation or new solutions and to fulfill a need for new products or services.Most respondents struggle to define clear and specific RFP requirements and manage communications with vendors/suppliers.

Respondents also rated multiple criteria as important when determining the quality and competitiveness of an RFP response, with the most highly rated standard being alignment with RFP requirement/goals.

“We are proud to release the Vibe Conference Pulse of RFP Practices report. It provides critical insights into the RFP processes that shape the on-premise beverage industry,” said Tim McLucas, Vice President of the Hospitality Group at Questex. “As the industry evolves, understanding and adopting best practices in RFP management is essential for building strong, successful partnerships between suppliers and operators. This report not only highlights the latest trends and strategies but also serves as a valuable tool for anyone looking to stay competitive in the dynamic landscape of on-premise beverage service.”

The report will be presented by Ashley Bray, Executive Editor at Vibe and Questex, during a live webinar, “RFPs: Trends & the Path to a Better Process,” this November 13, 2024.

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.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Michelle Osborne
Senior Marketing Director
mosborne@questex.com
(617) 219-8305

Questex’s Vibe Conference Unveils the Pulse of RFP Practices Report

A Comprehensive Analysis of RFP Practices in the Beverage Industry Presented October 23, 2024

NEW YORK, Sept. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Vibe Conference today unveils the Vibe Conference Pulse of RFP Practices, an index report that offers an in-depth analysis of the Request for Proposal (RFP) practices within the beverage industry. This report provides invaluable insights into the current trends, strategies, and benchmarks that are shaping the way beverage programs are sourced and managed across the industry.

The Pulse of RFP Practices report serves as an essential resource for industry professionals who want to stay ahead of the curve in a highly competitive market. By examining the latest RFP trends and best practices, the report equips beverage program managers and suppliers with the knowledge they need to optimize their approach, streamline operations, and secure better outcomes in their negotiations.

In the fast-paced world of on-premise beverage service, staying attuned to the best practices in RFP management is more important than ever. As beverage programs become increasingly sophisticated, the ability to effectively navigate the RFP process can be the difference between a successful partnership and a missed opportunity. Tracking RFP best practices not only ensures transparency and efficiency, but also fosters stronger relationships between suppliers and operators, leading to more innovative and profitable beverage programs.

The report surveyed more than 100 active beverage industry professionals and key findings include:

The typical concept sends out RFPs on an annual or quarterly basis.RFPs are typically issued to explore innovation or new solutions and to fulfill a need for new products or services.Most respondents struggle to define clear and specific RFP requirements and manage communications with vendors/suppliers.

Respondents also rated multiple criteria as important when determining the quality and competitiveness of an RFP response, with the most highly rated standard being alignment with RFP requirement/goals.

“We are proud to release the Vibe Conference Pulse of RFP Practices report. It provides critical insights into the RFP processes that shape the on-premise beverage industry,” said Tim McLucas, Vice President of the Hospitality Group at Questex. “As the industry evolves, understanding and adopting best practices in RFP management is essential for building strong, successful partnerships between suppliers and operators. This report not only highlights the latest trends and strategies but also serves as a valuable tool for anyone looking to stay competitive in the dynamic landscape of on-premise beverage service.”

The report will be presented by Ashley Bray, Executive Editor at Vibe and Questex, during a live webinar, “RFPs: Trends & the Path to a Better Process,” this October 23, 2024.

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.

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Michelle Osborne
Senior Marketing Director
mosborne@questex.com
(617) 219-8305

Questex’s Fierce Pharma, Fierce Biotech and Fierce Healthcare Unveils the 2024 Fierce 50

Shines a Spotlight on Innovators and Leaders Driving Advancements in Medicine and Shaping the Future of Biopharma and Healthcare

Gala Dinner to Celebrate Fierce 50 Takes Place December 5 in New York City

NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Fierce Pharma, Fierce Biotech and Fierce Healthcare unveiled the 2024 Fierce 50, a project that shines a spotlight on the people and companies driving meaningful change in healthcare, pharma and biotech.

The Fierce 50 honors innovators and leaders who demonstrate unwavering dedication and creativity, propelling biopharma and healthcare forward. From tireless advocacy for equity in medical education to transformative investments in underserved populations, their impact reverberates across every aspect of their industries. These trailblazers are addressing gun violence, shedding light on public health crises and forging the path for new vaccines and therapies. Whether expanding access to life-saving medications or advocating for more compassionate care, each honoree is leaving an indelible mark on the future of health.

The 50 honorees, ranging from leaders at major pharmaceutical companies to individuals spearheading grassroots advocacy efforts, are each recognized in one of five categories: Innovation, Social Impact, Breakthroughs, Patient Advocacy, and Health Equity.

Click here to see the Fierce 50.

Ayla Ellison, Editor-in-Chief, Fierce Life Sciences and Healthcare said, “We are excited to introduce the second edition of the Fierce 50. This year’s honorees—a mix of familiar faces and unsung heroes—have improved countless lives around the globe and are making their mark on the future of biotech, pharma and healthcare. This year’s honorees remind us that true progress in these industries begins with understanding and prioritizing the needs of patients.”

The Fierce 50 will be celebrated at a gala dinner on December 5 at The Lighthouse at Pier Sixty One in New York City. Purchase tickets here.

Fierce 50 sponsors include: Novotech, Mass General Hospital and Insilico Medicine.

For sponsorship opportunities, click here.
  
About Fierce Pharma
Fierce Pharma is the go-to destination for the news and trends shaping the industry. Our focus daily is on news about approved drugs and every aspect of pharma’s operations as well as the people who move pharma forward. Our coverage also feeds longer-form content, podcasts and events. In staying on top of the news, our journalists have developed a loyal audience. Critically, we explain the news—often complicated technology or business maneuvers—and put it in context that brings it home for our readers and listeners in their work lives.

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Fierce Biotech
Biopharma is a fast-growing world where big ideas come along daily. Our readers rely on Fierce Biotech for the latest news, analysis and data on drugs and the companies that make them. Fierce Biotech covers the biopharma waterfront, from drug development through the entire lifecycle—tracking regulatory approvals, payer negotiations, manufacturing, marketing, patent fights, government investigations and regulation, M&A deals and beyond. Our aim is to analyze the day’s news, showing readers not only what they need to know, but why they need to know it. Beyond the daily, the Fierce Biotech team produces special reports that take stock of the industry’s products and finances, and shed new light on industry trends.

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About Fierce Healthcare
Fierce Healthcare delivers healthcare news at the intersection of business and policy. Our journalists strive to bring our readers breaking industry news, exclusive interviews and thoughtfully-reported stories that offer a deeper insight on how changes in the industry impact their corner of the healthcare world. Our family of publications includes Fierce Healthcare, Fierce Health Payer, Fierce Health IT, Fierce Hospitals, Fierce Practice Management and Fierce Health Finance. Click here to subscribe to one or all of our newsletters.

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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.

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Linda Lam
Director of Marketing
Fierce Life Sciences Events
llam@questex.com

Questex’s Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas Announces Dynamic F&B Theater Schedule for October 2024 Event

NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas is set to deliver an exciting lineup of educational sessions for food and beverage professionals October 28-30, 2024, at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, TX. As one of the key highlights of the event, the F&B Theater, which runs from October 29-30 and is included with all registration passes, will offer key insights for owners and operators from bars, restaurants, eatertainment facilities and hospitality venues, right on the expo hall floor. The content is also highly relevant for hoteliers, who are increasingly focused on their F&B programs as a source of incremental revenue.

This year’s F&B Theater schedule will feature industry experts sharing actionable strategies and innovative ideas to enhance operations, elevate guest experiences, and boost profitability. Bar, restaurant, and hotel owners and operators alike can look forward to these valuable, must-see sessions designed to drive success across all types of food and beverage operations.

Live F&B Menu Read with Celebrity Chef Brian Duffy
Join one of the USA’s top chefs and menu consultants, Chef Brian Duffy, for an interactive and high value session. Listen to Chef Duffy’s expert advice on how to optimize your menu—you might just revolutionize your guest experience.

“Are you ready to maximize your business’s potential and make it stand out from the competition? Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas is the place to make that happen. With some of the most respected hospitality speakers and operators gathered in one space, it’s truly a one-stop shop for successful hospitality professionals,” said Chef Brian Duffy, Owner, Duffified Experience Group.

Changing Mindset – How High Performing Teams Think Differently
Presented by Scot Turner, Founder & Managing Director of Auden Hospitality, this session will transform a team’s performance by adopting a mindset of innovation and adaptability. Turner will explore strategies used by high-performing teams to stay ahead in a competitive industry.

“I’m excited to be speaking in the F&B Theater at Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas and The Hospitality Show. I’ll be sharing why 2025 is the year of opportunity for operators and ways to think differently to build momentum as we head towards the new year. I can’t wait to meet the F&B community at the show,” said Turner.

F&B Trends: Stories from the Hotel P&L

Discover the evolving role of food and beverage in driving profitability in the hospitality industry. Presented by HotStats, this session delves into the latest trends and their direct impact on hotel profit and loss (P&L) statements, providing critical insights that go beyond the surface of traditional revenue streams.

“The F&B Theatre is a great forum for idea sharing and staying current with the latest in hospitality, be that operational, investment, technological and of course guest related trends. I am proud to be part of it and looking forward to delivering an update, direct from the hotel P&Ls, on what is happening in F&B and the impact on the wider hotel profitability model,” said Michael Grove, CEO, HotStats.

Leading the Future – 5 Proven Strategies to Drive Engagement, Cultivate Wellness, and Avoid Burnout
Presented by Matt Rolfe, Hospitality Leadership Coach, Matt Rolfe Coaching this session will discuss how to unlock a team’s potential by prioritizing self-care and building a strong culture. Rolfe will equip attendees with the tools to create a workplace that fosters engagement, recognition, and sustainable success.

“I deeply believe that to take care of others, we must first take care of ourselves. Most leaders in our industry face consistent challenges, changes, and opportunities. I am excited to drive a conversation and provide proven strategies that allow leaders to support themselves so they can consistently show up and be the leader they want, need, and deserve to be inside and outside of work. This talk will be vulnerable, candid, and focused on supporting the leaders who attend,” said Rolfe.

With access to these thought-provoking sessions, owners and operators will leave the Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas with practical knowledge they can implement immediately in their businesses. To view the current F&B Theater schedule click here.

Bar & Restaurant Expo Texas, co-located with The Hospitality Show, is an essential event for owners and operators looking to elevate their business and stay competitive in today’s fast-paced hospitality environment. Secure your pass now and take full advantage of all that the F&B Theater and the expo have to offer.

For more information and to register, click here.

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.

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 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.

Michelle Osborne
Senior Marketing Director
mosborne@questex.com
(617) 219-8305