LONDON, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Day two of Questex’s International Hospitality Investment Forum EMEA (IHIF EMEA) brought deep insights into macro travel trends, supply and demand, the drivers of profit, how capital is attracted and invested, how global level deals are done and how changing trends influence what owners, brands and operators do with the customer offering.

The Capital Talks panel session is one of the most eagerly anticipated spots on the programme. In a discussion moderated by Kenneth Hatton, managing director, head of hotels, Europe at CBRE, IHIF EMEA delegates learned about the underlying trends supporting hospitality investment. Representatives from KSL Capital Partners, Starwood Capital and AXA Investment Managers talked about the finer points of the current hospitality landscape.

Josh Cleveland, partner & head of EMEA, real estate, StepStone Group said that hospitality’s “strong inflation hedge” had convinced the firm to invest in the asset class in an increasingly significant way.

Hilton intends to establish “many more partnerships” with independent travel and hospitality businesses, said the company’s president and CEO Chris Nassetta from the stage. “You will see many more partnerships on the experiential side. Why? Because our Hilton Honors members, particularly, want more experiences, and the more we can offer them those adjacencies, the more we think they will remain loyal and we’ll get an incremental share of wallet,” he said, in conversation with consultant Nick van Marken.

The day closed with compelling thoughts from operators on how to differentiate the hospitality offering to maximise returns.

The presentations delivered market-making intelligence to underpin the industry’s decision making in a year which the conference believes has both promise and opportunity.

HAMA Awards
The highly anticipated HAMA Awards was presented today by IHIF EMEA and the Hospitality Asset Managers Association (HAMA) Europe and co-sponsored by Questex Hospitality and HotStats.

The winner of this year’s prestigious HAMA Europe Asset Management Achievement Award was Iconic Luxury Hotels for its Mayfair Townhouse project.

Iconic Luxury Hotels acquired and rebranded the Hilton Green Park as The Mayfair Townhouse in 2020 due to underperformance. Three years later, the hotel’s revenue nearly doubled, and profitability significantly increased, driven by a focus on essential services and guest needs-aligned strategies.

Current Chair of the Awards Committee, Harriet Durbin commented, “The HAMA Europe Award was established to recognise the key role played by hotel asset management in sustainably growing asset value and driving underlying investment returns. Iconic Luxury Hotels’ Mayfair Townhouse is an excellent example of the value provided by asset managers in the development, pre-opening and post-opening stages of an asset’s lifecycle, in an increasingly challenging operating environment.”

Announcements from IHIF partners:

Horwath HTL Italy launches 11th Edition of Hotels & Chains Report, Unveiling Resilient Trends and Growth Prospects in Italian Hospitality [Press release]Ando Living Group announces its financial results for the fiscal year 2023. The group, comprising Ando Living and Lovely Stay, manages 2,000 apartments in Europe and achieved a turnover of €32 million, marking a significant year-on-year increase. [Press release]Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund (TDF) and Karisma Hotels & Resorts International signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) exploring opportunities for developing luxury resorts in Saudi Arabia.

For more information about IHIF EMEA 2024 and to register for the event, visit IHIF EMEA website.

For a list of companies attending, please click here.

Stay connected with IHIF EMEA 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
Francesca Ruggiero
Senior Marketing Manager, Hotel Group
Questex
[email protected]

Event Takes Place 15-17 April at the InterContinental and Pullman hotels in Berlin

LONDON, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s International Hospitality Investment Forum EMEA (IHIF EMEA) commenced with presentations from world-class experts in hospitality investment. The event takes place at the InterContinental and Pullman hotels in Berlin through 17 April 2024. With over 2,500 attendees attending IHIF EMEA 2024, it is one of the largest gatherings of industry professionals in the region.

“Day one at IHIF is always energetic, and today was no different. With over 2,500 of the sector’s best and brightest arriving today there was a lot of networking, meetings, and excitement around the exhibition areas. The content sessions were all packed as speakers like James Pomeroy, HSBC, Elie Malouf, CEO IHG Hotels & Resorts, Mark Hoplamazian, CEO Hyatt Hotels, Federico Gonzalez, CEO Radisson Hotels, Sebastian Bazin, CEO Accor and Guy Verhofstadt former Prime Minister of Belgium spoke today,” says Alexi Khajavi, Group President Travel & Hospitality, Questex.

IHIF EMEA 2024 kicked off with the Investor Council meeting during which investors expressed optimism on the direction of the transactions market compared to six months ago but noted that growing geopolitical tensions present a serious risk to both consumer demand and investment. Despite these tensions as well as pressures in relation to the labour market, investors continue to seek to increase their allocation to hospitality as hotels continue to enjoy revenues way ahead of 2019 levels, with several members of the council spotlighting the lifestyle segment as being very attractive.

On the main stage, the first day of speakers focused on the macro. Despite the short-term geopolitical challenges there was talk of the growing middle class across the world, especially in countries like India with HSBC’s global economist James Pomeroy, highlighting the trend: “International travel in particular will see Indian consumer demand grow 12% per year, every year, for the next 20 years. This economy will completely transform the way we think about global growth,” Pomeroy said.

IHG Hotel Resorts CEO Elie Maalouf said that a “wave of retirements” coming now and “which will go on for decades of the healthiest and wealthiest generations ever” is set to drive international leisure travel.

Announcements from IHIF partners:

Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, has started its 20th anniversary year on a high note, reporting robust Q1 results across all key performance indicators. [Press release]Grand Metropolitan Hotels adds over 130 hotels to its portfolio with the establishment of its own brands for the African market and the inclusion of Rainbow Hotels, Grand Metropolitan Hotels now becomes one of the leading providers in Africa. [Press release] Room Mate Hotels, a hotel chain born in Spain in 2005 with a strong international presence, launches its new image and a second brand “Room Mate Collection” pursuing “silent luxury.” [Press release]Marriott International, Inc. announced plans to add nearly 100 properties and over 12,000 rooms to its portfolio in Europe portfolio through hotel conversions and adaptive reuse projects, the conversion of existing buildings into a hotel, by the end of 2026. [Press release]

For more information about IHIF EMEA 2024 and to register for the event, visit IHIF EMEA website.

For a list of companies attending, please click here.

Stay connected with IHIF EMEA 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

Francesca Ruggiero

Senior Marketing Manager, Hotel Group

Questex

[email protected]

North American Buyers Headed to the Caribbean’s Ultra-Chic Destination to Conduct Business

NEW YORK, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Caribbean & Mexico Meeting and Incentive Travel Exchange (CMITE), which connects North American high-volume meeting and incentive travel buyers with suppliers based in the Caribbean and Mexico, will take place August 18-21, 2024 at the exclusive Aurora Resort & Golf Club in Anguilla.

“We are delighted to have an opportunity to take business meetings to such an exclusive, sought-after Caribbean destination,” said Jill Birkett, VP Questex Travel + Wellness Group. “Anguilla is a stunning location for our buyers to explore for their meetings business. Our participants for CMITE will have the opportunity to experience both the intimate meeting environment and the beauty of this magnificent resort and island.”

“We are committed to developing this market segment for Anguilla and look forward to welcoming all CMITE participants this summer,” declared Stacey Liburd, Director of Tourism, Anguilla Tourist Board. “We are confident that the buyers will gain a new appreciation for all that our destination has to offer their clients – in particular the ease of access, our superb accommodations, talented event planners, unique experiences and genuine hospitality.”

The unique CMITE concept brings together high-volume, North American meeting planners and incentive buyers who book a large volume of business in the Caribbean and Mexico for an unparalleled networking experience with suppliers based in the region. Each supplier will receive a private, deluxe room on the resort property where they will conduct up to 20 one-to-one private appointments with buyers they choose to meet with.

All attendees will also be invited to immerse themselves in this exquisite destination through multiple receptions, activities and meals organized in partnership by both the host destination – the Anguilla Tourist Board, and the Aurora Resort & Golf Club. Buyers can also expect to participate in local site inspections and pre/post FAM trips.

Anguilla is renowned for its quiet natural beauty, vibrant culture and was named Best Island for Beaches on Conde Nast Traveler’s prestigious list of “The Best Caribbean Islands to Visit in 2024.” The island is located in the Eastern Caribbean, just north of St. Maarten.

“I’m excited to experience the uniqueness of Anguilla,” said Cathy Jones, owner and CEO, Shamrock Innovations. “CMITE focuses on only Mexico and the Caribbean, which allows me to learn about these niche markets and what they have to offer without having to travel to all of the destinations.  It is an efficient way to do business, saving all parties time and money. It also allows me to be prepared and educated when a client asks about a new and innovative location and what they have to offer.  I LOVE the uniqueness of these events!”

To learn more about CMITE visit cmiteevent.com.

Stay connected on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Those interested in becoming a supplier for CMITE may click here, and those interested in applying to be a fully hosted buyer can contact Andrea Hutchinson, Industry Relations Director, Questex at [email protected].

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
Questex Travel & Wellness
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Strong Attendance Confirmed for International Hospitality Investment Forum EMEA 2024

LONDON, April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s International Hospitality Investment Forum EMEA (IHIF EMEA) today announces robust attendance is expected for the upcoming event scheduled for 15 to 17 April 2024 at the InterContinental and Pullman hotels in Berlin.

With over 2,200 attendees already confirmed, IHIF EMEA 2024 is set to be one of the largest gatherings of industry professionals in the region. Attendees will include key representatives from prominent companies across the hospitality investment ecosystem highlighting the event’s significance as a premier platform for networking, deal-making, and industry insights.

Representation of senior leaders from across the hospitality ecosystem

Among the confirmed attendees are representatives from leading investment firms, top brands and operators, and esteemed advisory companies.

Current registered participation of senior-level positions (C-level, senior management, managers, and other senior roles) constitute approximately 85% of the attendance. This can be broken down into 26% C-level executive, 44% VP and Directors, 11% from Board Members, and another 4% from other executive roles.

The investor community will be attending, 500 confirmed attendees, including representation from AccorInvest, AXA Group, Blackstone, Brookfield, Covivio, GIC, Henderson Park, Invesco, London + Regional, Pandox, QIA, Schroders, Starwood Capital, and Union Investment. The investor community attendance is record-breaking this year, with 40% of the investor audience attending IHIF EMEA for the first time.

Additionally, many brands and operators have confirmed attendance, such as Accor, Aimbridge, Choice Hotels International, Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, Marriott, Radisson, and Wyndham.

A large number of advisory companies will also be taking part in the event, including CBRE, Cushman & Wakefield, JLL, and Moelis.

“The interest in hospitality real estate in EMEA is stronger than ever, and appetite for data, insights and inspirational content is testament to the strength of opportunity in the market. This year’s IHIF EMEA programme showcases the commitment the industry has towards our event, as well as the interest shown by new investors and stakeholders. Expect unparalleled opportunity for deal-making, networking, and garnering invaluable insights to propel the hospitality investment industry forward,” said Julie Rey-Gore, Content Director, IHIF EMEA.

Supported by the industry, for the industry

The event has also received exceptional support from industry sponsors, with a diverse range of companies backing IHIF EMEA 2024. Notably, top sponsors include Founder Patron, CBRE, Diamond Sponsors Accor, Hilton, Hyatt International, and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Diamond and Investor Lounge Sponsor JLL.

The event will host a significant number of the largest companies in the industry, with prominent organizations such as Marriott International, NH Hotel Group, and Radisson Hotel Group among the attendees.

“The record number of investors attending the event this year, a material proportion of which are first time attendees, is a clear demonstration of the growing significance of hospitality in the capital markets, as we see a continuation of the risk-rebalancing in markets post-pandemic. It also underpins the relevance of IHIF as the leading global platform where deals are executed and originated, where those which are most committed to the sector gather, and where owners and investors can meet with the best-in-class service providers, including the leading global advisors, asset managers, brands, operators,” says Joe Stather, VP/Market Leader, IHIF EMEA.

Awards Ceremonies:

The highly anticipated HAMA Awards will be presented by IHIF EMEA and the Hospitality Asset Managers Association (HAMA) Europe and is co-sponsored by Questex Hospitality and HotStats. Finalists are EQ Group and Iconic Luxury Hotels. Winner will be announced on Tuesday, 16 April at noon, in the Asset Management Forum at IHIF EMEA.

The Young Leader Award will be presented by IHIF EMEA and International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC), recognising and celebrating the excellence of young emerging leaders in the hospitality industry. Winner will be announced at the IHIF EMEA News Desk at the event.

For more information about IHIF EMEA 2024 and to register for the event, visit IHIF EMEA website.

For a list of companies attending, please click here.

Stay connected with IHIF EMEA 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

Francesca Ruggiero

Senior Marketing Manager, Hotel Group

Questex

[email protected]

NEW YORK, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex today unveils Fierce Network, a new mega portal that merges Fierce Telecom, Fierce Wireless and Silverlinings to meet the needs of decision makers throughout the global communications industry. Click here to visit Fierce Network.

Fierce Network is the destination for heavy-duty ​industry news and analysis. The site covers AI, automation, fixed & mobile broadband, cloud infrastructure, application modernization, security, and more. Newsletters will include Fierce Network: Broadband (formerly Fierce Telecom), Fierce Network: Wireless (formerly Fierce Wireless), and Fierce Network: Cloud (formerly Silverlinings). As part of the mega portal launch, Fierce Network is also launching a new research arm called Fierce Research with a focus on AI, cloud, open RAN, broadband, and more. The Fierce Network portfolio also includes webinars, virtual events and the live, in-person event Broadband Nation Expo.

“Cloud, AI, automation and modernization promise to be incredibly disruptive to the communications industry because the capabilities aren’t restricted to just the telco, enterprise or vertical industries; they’re ubiquitous, blurring the borders between these sectors, allowing companies to reinvent themselves and build positions into new markets,” said Elizabeth Coyne, Editor in Chief, Fierce Network.

Kevin Gray, VP & Market Leader, Questex Technology Group added, “Tech and ingenuity are driving change and with Fierce Network, we’re embracing this transition by totally remodeling our coverage of next gen communications. The new Fierce Network will unite our coverage of mobile, broadband and vertical markets to meet the needs of network decision makers in the coming era.”

Visit Fierce Network at https://www.fierce-network.com and sign up for the newsletters here. Stay connected with Fierce Network on X, LinkedIn and Facebook.

For Fierce Network sponsorship opportunities, contact Scott Gruntorad at [email protected].

About Fierce Network 
The global communications industry is converging as the separation between wireless, wireline and cloud ceases to exist while the world’s operators shift toward cloud-native, intelligent, automated networks driven by artificial intelligence. Fierce Network is tracking this sea change by delivering a mega portal of hard-hitting industry news and analysis, designed to meet the needs of today’s decision makers. Fierce Network covers artificial intelligence (AI), automation, fixed and mobile broadband, cloud infrastructure, application modernization, security and more to help readers analyze the day’s news and show them what they need to know and why they need to know it. Fierce Network also produces special reports that take stock of the industry’s services and finances and shed light on industry trends. To learn more, visit https://www.fierce-network.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
Charlene Soucy
Senior Director
Questex Technology Group
[email protected]

Shows Return to Las Vegas Convention Center in New West Hall

NEW YORK, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s International Beauty Show (IBS) and International Esthetics, Cosmetics & Spa Conference (IECSC) Las Vegas, presented by American Salon and American Spa respectively, announces registration to attend is open. Coming off the incredible New York co-located events in March that drew over 30,000 attendees, momentum is high for the Las Vegas shows which will take place in the new West Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Center June 22-24 for three full days of exhibits, robust education including Master Classes (new to IBS), and new onsite experiences for beauty, spa and wellness professionals.

NEW & RETURNING ONSITE EXPERIENCES

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. The focus of the campaign, is to recognize that the beauty, spa and wellness professionals who attend IBS and IECSC are much more than service providers. They are therapists, colleagues and friends. They often prioritize their clients’ needs over their own. At IBS and IECSC, beauty, spa and wellness professionals are celebrated for the significant contributions they make to the industry and their clients. Say Yes to You envelops the mindset we encourage the IBS and IECSC audience to adopt. On site, this sanctuary is an area for attendees to relax and recharge, with wellness programming and a full schedule of offerings focused on enriching their show experience, as well as personal and professional well-being, all included with admission.

WHAT’S NEW FOR YOU ZONE
Located on both the IBS and IECSC Show floors, these are places to check out an exciting collection of first-time exhibitors. This is a great opportunity try a new line, engage with a company new to the show floor, or be the first to test a product new to the market.

LOOK & LEARN STAGE
Located on the IBS show floor, attendees can watch demonstrations of cutting-edge techniques by acclaimed artists, enhancing their technical abilities. They can also engage closely with the talent performing on stage, all while relaxing and enjoying cocktails with colleagues and friends.

THE STUDIO STAGE
An exciting opportunity for attendees to participate in renowned education right on the show floor. With all presentations included with admission and no pre-registration required, attendees have access to some of the biggest conference speakers, intimate discussions and more in-depth demonstrations.

IBS and IECSC bring beauty and spa exhibitors together through a combined 157,000 square foot mega floor. Over 500 brands will be selling at professionals-only prices and offering in-booth demonstrations.

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. Press may apply for a media pass here.

Upcoming Events
Additional networking and educational opportunities for spa, beauty and wellness professionals will take place throughout 2024 and 2025:

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: [email protected]

Hospitality Investment Thought Leaders to Converge for Three Days of Insights and Networking

LONDON, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s International Hospitality Investment Forum EMEA (IHIF EMEA) today announces its highly anticipated return to Berlin 15 to 17 April 2024. Held at the InterContinental and Pullman hotels, this year’s forum promises to deliver unparalleled insights, deal-making opportunities, and networking prospects for the global hospitality industry.

With a focus on navigating the evolving macro-economic landscape, IHIF EMEA 2024 will delve into key themes shaping the future of hospitality investment. From decoding economic shifts and travel patterns to innovative strategies for maximising returns, the forum will offer a comprehensive exploration of the industry’s most pressing topics.

Key speakers confirmed:

Sébastien M. Bazin, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, AccorGilles Clavie, Chief Executive Officer, AccorInvestGabriele Burgio, President & CEO, Alpitour WorldRob Mangan, Director, Bain CapitalVicki Stern, Managing Director | Leisure Research, Barclays CapitalFiona McDonnell, VP of Global Partner Services, Booking.comMonika Moser, Chief Technology Officer, BWH HotelsIna Plunien, Vice-President, Cedar Capital PartnersGregory Lanter, CEO Development, Construction and Property, Club MedChristopher Hartley, Chief Executive Officer, Global Hotel AllianceChristopher J. Nassetta, President & CEO, HiltonElsa Tobelem, Deputy CEO, Hova HospitalityMark S. Hoplamazian, President and Chief Executive Officer, Hyatt Hotels CorporationElie Maalouf, Chief Executive Officer, IHG Hotels & ResortsDavid Kellett, Head of Alternative Investments, Europe, InvescoColey Brennan, Partner, KSL Capital PartnersFederico Gonzales, Executive Vice Chairman, Radisson Hotel Group & CEO, Louvre Hotels GroupChitra Stern, CEO, MartinhalSabine Schaffer, Managing Partner & CEO Europe, Pro-invest GroupKike Sarasola, Founder and President, RoommateTim Abram, Managing Director, Starwood Capital GroupXiao Sun, Investment VP, Tikehau Investment ManagementRyan Donn, Principal, Trinity Investments

Key sessions highlights:

Arbitrage in the Macro: Seeking Opportunities in the Global Landscape
A leading economic commentator unravels the threads connecting macro-economic forces, offering an insider’s perspective on how to navigate these trends to maximise opportunities for your business, led by James Pomeroy, Global Economist, HSBC.Leadership Insights: Crafting Tomorrow’s Success
Hospitality industry titans examine how they anticipate and create opportunities in a changing macro-economic climate. In this series of interviews, speakers CEOs and Executive Vice Chairman from leading hotels such as IHG Hotels & Resorts, Hyatt, Radisson, and Accor will share their insights into how they are not merely adapting but actively anticipating trends to create new opportunities amidst global shifts including the impact of geopolitical events, the rise of ESG considerations, evolving demographics, and the future of work. Moderated by Samira Ahmed, award-winning journalist and broadcaster.Leadership in Flux: A Conversation on Geopolitical Dynamics
Drawing from his experience at the heart of international relations and European politics, Guy Verhofstadt will outline the major trends impacting the world, and particularly the EMEA region, and share his insights on how better leadership can help us guide and gain from the transformation.Capital Talks: Hospitality Market Makers
Hospitality investment trailblazers share innovative strategies, transformative approaches, and success stories highlighting their ability to identify and seize opportunities even in challenging market conditions by senior leaders from Starwood Capital Group, KSL Capital Partners, and AXA IM Real Assets. The session is moderated by CBRE.Driving Alpha: Innovative Strategies for Maximised Returns in Hospitality Real Estate​
This power-packed panel of forward-thinking owners, operators and brands discuss how they are crafting and implementing novel concepts to not just meet but exceed expectations in returns from hospitality real estate, as well as supporting their partners in these goals. From groundbreaking investment approaches to innovative operational models, partnerships and hybrid concepts, this panel explores the dynamic landscape where creativity meets profitability. Speakers include c-level executives from Wyndham, Aimbridge, Accor, and Pandox. The session is moderated by Invesco.NEW: Asset Management Forum – hosted at the Pullman Berlin
The sessions that are part of this Forum will discuss the landscape of asset management within the hospitality sector and its significant evolution. With a heightened focus on enhancing the partnership between asset owners and operators, the speakers will delve into the nuances of effective asset management and discover innovative approaches to unlocking the full potential of a hospitality portfolio.

Awards Ceremonies:

The highly anticipated HAMA Awards will be presented by Questex and the Hospitality Asset Managers Association (HAMA) Europe and is co-sponsored by Questex Hospitality and HotStats. Shortlisted companies will showcase their case studies, offering attendees a rare glimpse into best practices and success stories within the industry. The candid accounts will provide those in the room with actionable insights and proven strategies that can be integrated into future asset management approaches. Finalists will be announced soon.

The Young Leader Award will be presented by Questex and International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC), recognising and celebrating the excellence of young emerging leaders in the hospitality industry. Finalists will be announced soon.

For more information about IHIF EMEA 2024 and to register for the event, visit IHIF EMEA website.

For sponsorship opportunities, please click here.

Stay connected with IHIF EMEA 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
Francesca Ruggiero
Senior Marketing Manager, Hotel Group
Questex
[email protected]

Bar & Restaurant News, Fierce Biotech Fierce Healthcare, Fierce Telecom, Fierce Pharma and Silverlinings Finalists in 12 Categories in the Jesse H. Neal and the ASBPE Azbee Awards of Excellence

NEW YORK, March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex, the leading information and event services company focused on the experience economy, today announces its brands Bar & Restaurant News, Fierce Biotech Fierce Healthcare, Fierce Telecom, Fierce Pharma and Silverlinings are finalists in the Jesse H. Neal and the American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE) Azbee Awards of Excellence awards programs.

Paul Miller, CEO, Questex said, “We have a deep understanding of each of our markets and we create the content our communities need to do their job efficiently. We are very pleased to celebrate our dedicated content team on being named finalists in the Jesse H. Neal and the ASBPE Azbee Awards of Excellence.

Jesse H. Neal Awards Finalists

Best Instructional Content: Bar & Restaurant News, How to Build a Menu SeriesBest Podcast: Fierce Healthcare, PodnosisBest Single Article: Fierce Healthcare, Providers rarely screen for maternal mental health. Are new guidelines enough to move the needle?Best Overall Art Direction/Design: Fierce Telecom, Broadband Funding Story with Interactive Digital Map

ASBPE Azbee Awards of Excellence Northeast Regional Finalists

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Bar & Restaurant News, Loud & Proud: Bar and Restaurant Operators Celebrate Pride Month, Odder Tips for June and BeyondOnline: Event Coverage: Fierce Biotech, European Society for Medical Oncology CoverageOnline: Web Feature Article, Industry: Fierce Biotech, Alzheimer’s meds are here. But for the Down syndrome community, it’s still the 1980sOnline: Event Coverage: Fierce Pharma, J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference CoverageAll Content: Editorial: Silverlinings, Op-Eds from Stephen M. Saunders, MBEAll Content: Individual Profile: Silverlinings, Exclusive: Google Cloud CTO talks tech, failures and what the future holds Online: Online Industry News Coverage: Silverlinings, Semiconductor company Broadcom and its plans to acquire networking software giant VMwareOnline: Online Single Topic Editorial Coverage by a Team: Silverlinings, Coverage of the foundational elements of liquid and immersion cooling, including in-depth news and forecast stories, and a podcast discussion 

To learn more about Questex, visit questex.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
Kate Spellman
Chief Marketing Officer
Questex
[email protected]
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Vibe Conference’s Official Charity, Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE), Raised $72,000 for Families in the Food and Beverage Industry Facing Terminal Illnesses or Sudden Losses

NEW YORK, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Vibe Conference, the premiere on-premise beverage conference for beverage executives, had record attendance with more than 900 attendees including chain restaurants, hotels, cruise lines, airlines, distributors, consultants, and agencies. The conference was held at the Town & Country Resort in San Diego, California February 26-28.

Tim McLucas, Vice President of Bar & Restaurant Group, said, “Vibe Conference 2024 was the largest event in our 15-year history, and attracted the biggest growth in first-time operator attendees, up 35% from 2023. The strong demand for new business relationships and new product innovation, highlights the importance of high-quality education and face to face interaction with industry stakeholders.”

Throughout the three day program, operators learned about the latest beverage trends through education workshops, beverage tastings, research sessions and networking opportunities, with some of the most popular sessions addressing “Decoding Generational Trends to Shape the Future of Your Business”, “How To Create a Regional, National, Multi-Beverage Program”, “How to Better Leverage Distributor Insights and Resources”, “Building A Better RFP”, and “Global Cocktail Trends.”

CORE Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) is a 501(c)(3) a national non-profit and the charity of choice for the Vibe Conference. It was founded by members of the beverage vertical. CORE raised a total of $72,000 for families in the food and beverage industry facing terminal illnesses or sudden losses. 

Vibe Conference 2025 will take place March 3-5, 2025 at Town & Country Resort in San Diego, California. For sponsorship opportunities contact the Vibe Conference team here.

To learn more about the Vibe Conference, visit: https://www.vibeconference.com.

About Vibe Conference
Vibe Conference is the premier event for chain and hotel adult beverage executives and suppliers. The top on-premise conference is held annually and involves high-level content, tastings and networking opportunities. The 2025 conference will be held at Town & Country Resort San Diego March 3-5.

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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