As the leading independent voice for the digital signage industry, DSF will provide insightful, educational programming throughout the conference

NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Digital Signage Experience 2022 (DSE), the preeminent event and digital platform for the digital signage industry, today announces the Digital Signage Federation (DSF) will join the conference as an Industry Association partner. DSE takes place March 22-24, 2022 in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

DSF is a not-for-profit independent voice of the digital signage industry, reflecting the diverse constituencies that make up the industry. Since its inception in 2010, DSF has provided a strong foundation for the advancement of the industry. DSF has established Privacy Standards that have been cited in national publications and before Congress. DSF has also established the Seal of Professional Excellence to provide a graphic representation of its members’ commitment to excellence in business practices.

“We are delighted to be partnering with the Digital Signage Federation as an Industry Association partner for Digital Signage Experience 2022. The DSF has been a steadfast partner and proponent of the event since its inception and, with this critical relaunch of the event in 2022, we’re proud and grateful that the DSF has again endorsed the event now under new leadership by Questex,” said Marian Sandberg, VP/Market Leader for DSE at Questex.

As part of the agreement, the DSF will be featured as an official industry trade association sponsor of DSE. Members of the DSF will receive special association discounts for passes to the conference program as well as other association benefits. In addition, the DSF will be producing a track of live educational sessions leveraging its best-in-class online micro-credential course catalogue.

“We are excited to be collaborating with Digital Signage Experience and to be able to provide our members with tangible benefits to attend and exhibit,” said Len Dudis, Vice Chairman of the Digital Signage Federation Board of Directors. “For over a decade, our members have exhibited at the DSE’s predecessor event. We know how important attending education sessions, walking the show floor and days of networking are for our members and others in the ecosystem.”

To learn more about DSE 2022, visit www.digitalsignageexperience.com. Get on the Guestlist here.

For additional information about DSF member benefits or member renewals contact Brian Gorg, DSF Executive Director at [email protected]

Stay in contact with DSE on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

About the Digital Signage Federation
The Digital Signage Federation (DSF) is the only not-for-profit independent voice of the digital signage industry, reflecting the diverse constituencies that make up our ecosystem. Our goal is to continue building a strong foundation for the advancement of the industry. To this end, we partner with our members and key organizations to provide education, networking, and advocacy to continue moving the growth of the industry forward. So, whether you are launching a new ad-based network or you’ve been around since the inception of digital signage, our hope is that through membership, you will find the resources you need to thrive.

About Digital Signage Experience (DSE)
Digital Signage Experience (DSE) is the preeminent event and digital platform for the digital signage industry, showcasing innovations in technology, market applications and creative educational content. With an increased focus on reaching key end-user markets for digital solutions and experiences, DSE will harness audiences and platforms in hotels, hospitality, travel, healthcare, entertainment, education, sensors and communications technology and more. DSE takes place March 22-24, 2022 in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

About Questex
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
Digital Signage Experience (DSE)
917 858 0390
[email protected]

 

NEW YORK, Nov. 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s 22nd annual Hotec Europe event took place 26-29 October at the stunning Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort in Portugal after an almost two-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The more than 45 buyers, designers and specifiers that came to meet one-to-one with 50 supplier companies, noticed a new face this year at Hotec Europe, Mary Malloy the now Global Event Director for Hotec Events. Mary has served as the Event Director for Hotec’s North America events for ten years and is well-known for her passionate and customer-oriented approach to creating exciting and lucrative event experiences for the hotel industry. As she takes on Hotec’s European portfolio, her goal is to build on the brand that Hotec has solidified in the market and further enhance the attendee experience with new networking opportunities, education, offsite excursions and more.

Hotec Europe 2021 kicked off with an inspiring, data-driven keynote from Thomas Emanuel, Director at STR, showcasing the resilience of the hospitality industry. Emanuel shared STR’s latest findings across the global hotel industry with a deep dive into Europe followed by a look at what to expect in the future, changes in the development pipeline and development hot spots.

Malloy says, “I am so pleased to have had the opportunity to connect with our Hotec EMEA community in person. The past 18 months has been a very challenging time for the hospitality industry, and it was clear onsite at the event just how much our buyers, designers and suppliers missed face-to-face meetings and networking. We are very excited this year to have also had a few of our North American suppliers join us in Portugal to take advantage of Hotec’s global offerings. I look forward to sharing plans for our 2022 events as we continue to create new experiences for our delegates and build the Hotec footprint.”

New to this year’s event was a joint welcome reception with the Resort & Residential Hospitality Forum (R&R) at the 5-star Tivoli Marina Vilamoura Hotel. Hotec delegates were able to network and make connections with senior-level investors, developers, master planners and architects all focused on the leisure segment while enjoying cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment.

Hotec Europe facilitated over 900 meetings over the course of the event in a one-to-one business environment conducive to relaxed networking.

“Excellent event with lots of good new contacts for me,” said Jean-Marcel van Griensven, Sales Director at TUUCI Europe B.V. “Great people and a very good opportunity to reconnect and share thoughts with people in the same industry. Many thanks to the team for the excellent organization.”

On the closing night, Hotec attendees were treated to a Great Gatsby themed farewell reception and dinner, giving delegates a chance to get dressed up in roaring 20s attire and connect with old and new colleagues while taking in the breathtaking scenery of the Algarve.

“It was great to meet Mary Malloy and the Team who did an outstanding job after 18 months of isolation,” said Brian Brennan, Projects Director – Building & Interior Design at Red Carnation Hotels and Uniworld River Cruises. “It was so good to be back together with industry professionals, some old dear friends and the new ones I made over these three days. A lot of very clever talented companies to meet and select for future collaborations plus, fun in the evenings socializing together, the farewell dinner was amazing.”

For those interested in becoming a supplier at a future Hotec event, please reach out to Mary Malloy. For those interested in being considered for a hosted buyer position, please reach out to Maritsa Samonas, Delegate Relations Specialist, Hospitality.

To learn more about Hotec Europe visit www.hoteceu.com.

Follow Hotec Europe on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.

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 MacLeod

[email protected]

617-219-8346

NEW YORK, Nov. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Hotel Management announces the fourth annual “Influential Women in Hospitality” list, showcasing women making a big impact on the hotel industry. 

The 2021 honorees were selected by the Hotel Management editorial staff for their persistence and dedication to excellence in hospitality. This esteemed group’s long list of accomplishments is both impressive and inspiring and Hotel Management is proud to showcase these talented, fearless women.

Hotel Management’s 2021 Influential Women in Hospitality:

Maki Bara, President & Co-Founder, Chartres Lodging Group
Judi Bikulege, Chief Investment Officer, Extended Stay America
Laura Brinkmann, VP Private Equity, Brookfield
Tina Burnett, Division Vice President Brand Performance, G6 Hospitality
Kristie Dickinson, Managing Director/EVP Business Development & Marketing, CHMWarnick
Dianne Jaskulske, VP of Management Contract Services & Owner Relations Americas, Hilton
Kristin Kitchen, Founder & CEO, Sojourn Heritage Accommodations
Jamelia Lehn, Senior Vice President, Belonging, Inclusion & People Strategies, Aimbridge
Rosanna Maietta, President & CEO, AHLA Foundation
Diane Mayer, VP and Global Brand Leader, Classic Select Brands, Marriott International
Suzanne Neufang, CEO & Executive Director, Global Business Travel Association
Eddy Nevarez, First Vice President of Investments, Marcus & Millichap
Kate Nicholls, CEO, UKHospitality
Nimisha Patel, Partner, Vue Hotels
Tejal Patel, President & CEO, Neem Tree Hospitality
Gilda Perez-Alvarado, Global CEO, JLL Hotels & Hospitality
Tracy Prigmore, Founder, TLTsolutions and She Has a Deal
Tanya Taylor, EVP and General Counsel, Americas, Radisson Hotel Group Americas
Amber Thiel, CFO, Radisson Hotel Group Americas
Simone Wu, Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Corporate Secretary & External Affairs, Choice Hotels International

“Now in its fourth year, Hotel Management’s Influential Women in Hospitality project highlights women who are making an impact in the hotel industry,” said Elaine Simon, Senior Managing Editor with Questex Hospitality and Hotel Management. “This year’s 20 honorees, who range from those near the beginning of their career to those who have been active for more than three decades, illustrate what can be accomplished through hard work and perseverance. We’re proud to include these women as the newest members of this esteemed group.”

The 2021 Influential Women in Hospitality honorees are featured in the October print issue of Hotel Management. Visit www.hotelmanagement.net to learn more.

About Hotel Management, a Division of Questex Hospitality Group
Hotel Management is a leading B2B centralized print and online source for the latest news, trends and analysis across the hospitality industry. Stay up-to-date on breaking news in global and local investment, development, technology, operations, food & beverage and design.

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
Elaine Simon
Senior Managing Editor
212-895-8431
[email protected]

Michelle MacLeod
Marketing Manager
617-219-8346
[email protected]  

R&R is Europe’s only resort-focused investment conference

LONDON, Nov. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Resort and Residential Hospitality Forum (R&R) welcomed 250 senior delegates to the Tivoli Marina Vilamoura Resort in Portugal on 25-27 October 2021 to broker deals, network and discuss the trends impacting the resort and leisure industry. 

R&R is part of the highly reputable International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF), and attracts a senior audience of leading investors, developers and operators in the leisure hospitality sector. More than 70 industry-expert speakers took to the stage over the three-day event, including senior leaders from the world’ largest resort brands;  Dillip Rajakarier, CEO, Minor Hotel Group, Ramón Aragonés CEO of NH Hotel Group and Christian Michel, European Vice President of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. The full speaker lineup can be viewed here.

This year’s conference theme ‘Leisure Leads the Return’, focused on both the current and future landscape alongside new ways of thinking and innovations that have been borne out of the impact of the global health crisis.

Rita Marques, Secretary of State for Tourism, Government of Portugal opened the conference and shared a warm welcome with the audience “We’ve been apart for 20 months and it’s so nice to show that we can reconnect again at events like R&R.”

The much-anticipated CEO Interview with Dillip Rajakarier, CEO of Minor Hotels began with him stating that “Recovery is happening.” There are encouraging green shoots in European operations. The company usually took around €4-5 million of business per day before the crisis and was now seeing reservations at the lower end of that range. “We’re now catching up to about four,” he said. “Every month our bookings are improving.”

Rajakarier shared views on the transformation of the resort and residential market following the pandemic, changing travel markets and evolving consumer demand. “Guests have new expectations, led in the short term by concerns about health and safety, travel restrictions and lockdown.”

He finished with a look ahead, sharing the news that they plan to launch eight new Anantara hotels in Europe in 2022. “We always say crisis brings opportunity.”

Financial relationships in the hotel industry have undergone fundamental change during the pandemic was one of the main messages to emerge from the ‘Opportunities in Leisure’ panel session. Jorge Ruiz, head of hotels in Spain and Portugal for CBRE, hosted the panel which discussed the expected recovery of leisure hospitality, opportunities in resorts and potential availability of distressed assets is attracting attention from investors.

The shift in business activity away from city centre hotels toward resorts exposed a knowledge deficit among many of the larger institutions who have traditionally invested heavily in hotels. Tina Yu, principal of KSL Capital Partners, said: “There’s more to investing in hotels than square box rooms in big city centres.”

Data and stats were the name of the game when Thomas Emanuel of STR shared his latest insights. There is a definite sense of positivity in the market with a distinct summer peak in ADR rates that achieved higher rates than in 2019. There is also a predicted bumper opening of new rooms in 2022 as a result of delayed openings during 2020/21.

Resort operators are becoming increasingly and more directly aligned with owners, according to Miguel Casas Albandor, managing director of Stoneweg Hospitality, the Geneva-based investment firm.

Citing changes precipitated by Covid and especially home working, he said it is now commonplace for hotel guests to combine holidays with work boldly claiming that “City breaks should be renamed resort breaks.”

The emergence of changes in work from home patterns and behaviours is posing its own unique challenges. Resorts that enable holidaymakers to work as well as play have huge growth opportunity.

Christian Michel, European vice president of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts posed questions about which firms would be best placed to embrace the innovations required, advise financiers on budgeting details, and bring together the numerous parties needed to make new-style residential resorts a success.

The second of the two big-hitting CEO Panels created a super-charged start on day two, this time discussing Rebuilding the Leisure Hospitality Experience. Host of the session, Roger Allen, CEO of RLA Global, said: “The industry was hit with major challenges.”

Ramón Braña Cobas, CEO of Oca Hotels, which has coastline properties in Spain, Portugal and Brazil, said: “The lack of labour is one of the main problems in our company.”

They were joined by Ramón Aragonés CEO of NH Hotel Group, the Spanish subsidiary of Minor International (MINT). NH, Aragonés employs 12,000 people and as a larger operator can offer career development. “As I often say,” he added, “if you take care of your people, your people will take care of your clients.”

When pushed to share their views on growth sectors within leisure hospitality, all agreed that the Urbanisation of resorts, extended stay and soft brands were key sectors to keep an eye on, whilst MICE travel has yet to return, Jordi Ferrer, CEO of Hesperia World, added: “those properties with bigger spaces for MICE will fare better than others” as he feels social distancing may continue for a little while longer than we might expect.

The central message emerging around ESG is it is no longer acceptable for the hospitality industry to simply talk about environmental, social, and governance priorities. Owners, governments, customers, suppliers, consumers want action. Several panellists spoke convincingly about relatively small steps taken towards bigger goals during the Conscious Hospitality session.

Ioannis Orfanos, the founding partner at Arbitrage Real Estate Advisors, said many investors would only provide the capital required by residential resorts if they were presented with demonstrable evidence of commitment to ESG priorities.

He also said that progress to date had been slow partly because of the difficulty measuring adherence to ESG targets. He said progress was delayed in the past because of the belief that: “You cannot monetise that which you cannot measure.”

A shift in gear to the inspiring and motivating keynote speaker Eulanda Shead Osagiede, who left the audience with an inspiring thought to take home with them: “Our current reality means we have the possibility to reimagine what travel could look like…” It truly is an exciting time for the resort and leisure hospitality sector, as it sits atop the cusp of seismic change.

Looking ahead, R&R 2022 will take place on the 18-20 October at The Tivoli Marina Vilamoura Resort. Visit randrforum.com for more information as registration will open in the coming weeks.

NOTES TO EDITORS

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

Leah Braithwaite  
Marketing Director, Hotel Investment
[email protected]  
(0)203 318 8340

Questex’s Hospitality Insights Releases Investor Sentiment Assessment Q3 2021

LONDON, Nov. 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hospitality Insights, the industry’s trusted investment and development news platform from Questex, has released the Q3 2021 results of the quarterly Investor Sentiment Assessment in collaboration with ABP Invest. Hospitality Insights provides deal-makers with the latest information on trends and opportunities and is the official news arm of top global hospitality conferences, including; The Annual Hotel Conference, The International Hospitality Investment Forum and The Resort & Residential Hospitality Forum.

The release of the Q3 Assessment has revealed that the only way is up, as levels of optimism for the recovery of hospitality sector continue to rise. This is not a huge surprise given the lifting of travel restrictions around the world over the summer and the increase in leisure hospitality in particular is driving the bounce-back and positive sentiment.

The ongoing improvement in expectations of economic conditions has been a solid feature of the assessment – with 80% of investors expecting a ‘significant improvement’ demonstrating a marked increase of 100% over the last three quarters of the assessment – 40% in Q1’21, climbing to 60% in Q2’21 and now 80% in Q3’21. The proportion of investors expecting a deteriorating economic climate has dropped to its lowest level of 1% since the survey began.

Hotels hold on to pole position for the fourth consecutive quarter as the best investment opportunity over the next 12 months, followed by Serviced Apartments and Extended Stay taking over third place from Resorts in Q2’21. At the other end of the scale Hostels and Co-Working are expected to provide the least attractive opportunities. 

When asked to consider the most attractive cities for hotel investment the response was once again unanimous with the top three European cities from Q2 holding strong; London, Barcelona and Paris.

Thanos Papasavvas, founder and chief investment officer, ABP Invest, said: “We were relieved to see Investor Sentiment coming off the extreme positive readings of last Quarter which had raised our concerns of potential complacency amongst investors.  The sentiment remains firmly positive but cognisant of inflationary risks alongside labour shortages and higher wages which contain forward looking expectations. It is also worth noting that Institutional Investors have become relatively more upbeat in their assessment compared to other investors, having been more cautious until now.”

Over the course of the past 20 months, the assessment was only open to a select group of investors that actively attend the Questex portfolio of hospitality events and provide a healthy representation of the entire hospitality investment ecosystem; including institutional investors, private property owners, family offices, private equity and high net worth individuals. As the investor pool grows, Questex will be opening submissions to vetted investors who wish to participate and in turn, have the opportunity to debrief with fellow contributors on the findings. Those interested can complete this brief form.

NOTES TO EDITORS

About the Hospitality Insights Investor Sentiment Assessment

The assessment was launched at the start of the pandemic to monitor buyer and seller sentiment, during a time where tracking investors’ appetites became more crucial than ever. The data captures overall proportions of dry powder in hospitality, interest and allocation in various investment segments, regions, and asset classes, yield expectations, potential threats, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies.

The Q4 assessment will open in November. Sign up for Hospitality Insights’ newsletters here to stay up to date and follow the company page on LinkedIn here.

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

Leah Braithwaite  
Marketing Director, Hotel Investment
[email protected]  
(0)203 318 8340

Anadol produces enthralling and immersive media art, which lies at the intersection of art, architecture, science and technology, and his keynote will kick off the event

NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Digital Signage Experience 2022 (DSE), the preeminent event and digital platform for the digital signage industry, today announces Refik Anadol – new media artist, director and pioneer in aesthetics of data machine intelligence – will keynote the event. DSE takes place March 22-24, 2022, in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Anadol produces enthralling and immersive media art, which lies at the intersection of art, architecture, science and technology. His body of work addresses the challenges, and the possibilities, that ubiquitous computing has imposed on humanity, and what it means to be a human in the age of AI. Anadol also explores how the perception and experience of time and space are radically changing now that machines dominate everyday lives.

Anadol owns and operates Refik Anadol Studio and RAS LAB, the Studio’s research practice centered around discovering and developing trailblazing approaches to data narratives and AI.

Anadol’s global projects have received numerous awards and prizes. He has been engaged by leading tech companies, groundbreaking researchers and cutting-edge thought leaders to produce projects that have been featured at iconic landmarks, museums and festivals shown in over 50 cities, spanning six continents.

“We are honored to have visionary Refik Anadol deliver the opening keynote presentation at DSE 2022,” said David Drain, Director of Event Programs for DSE. “His work is revolutionary and world renowned. Since he uses digital technology as a medium, it makes him the perfect person to launch the event.”

“I am thrilled that my source of constant inspiration, Refik Anadol, the contemporary guru of world leading new media art will be joining us at DSE 2022. His work stands on the shoulders of giants, to borrow a phrase, of science, technology and beautiful art,” said Dorothy Di Stefano, Global Thought Leader, Digital Immersive Experiences and DSE Advisory Board Member.

To learn more about DSE 2022, visit www.digitalsignageexperience.com. Get on the Guestlist here. Stay in contact with DSE on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

About Digital Signage Experience (DSE)
Digital Signage Experience (DSE) is the preeminent event and digital platform for the digital signage industry, showcasing innovations in technology, market applications and creative educational content. With an increased focus on reaching key end-user markets for digital solutions and experiences, DSE will harness other audiences and platforms in hotels, hospitality, travel, healthcare, entertainment, education, sensors and communications technology and more. DSE takes place March 22-24, 2022 in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

About Questex
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
Digital Signage Experience (DSE)
917 858 0390
[email protected]

IECSC Florida 2022 Scheduled for October 9-10 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center

NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa Conference (IECSC) welcomed thousands of spa and wellness professionals to the Palm Beach County Convention Center, in West Palm Beach, Florida on October 10-11, 2021. Celebrating its 23rd year as the spa and wellness industry’s leading event in Florida, the first in West Palm Beach, attendees took part in first rate education, and met and purchased products from more than 100 exhibitors.

Spa and wellness professionals from all over the Southeast came to IECSC Florida to discover the latest in facial treatments, skin care, retail products, cosmetics, equipment/furniture, nutrition and health products, microdermabrasion equipment, permanent makeup, massage products, aromatherapy, spa clothing, hair removal, laser equipment, spa décor, and medical spa equipment, via exhibit floor networking, live demonstrations, and ongoing concurrent conference sessions.

Participating exhibiting companies included new and innovative brands, as well as past attending industry leaders such as: Celluma, Circadia, Éminence Organic Skin Care, HydraFacial, IMAGE Skincare, PCA Skin, Procell Therapies, PureWave, Repêchage, Sorella Apothecary, and more and were extremely pleased with the foot traffic and new leads gathered on the show floor after such a trying year.

The IECSC Florida conference program was presented by a lineup of well-known and knowledgeable speakers with valuable content including Esthetics, Business Management, Wellness Elements, Social Media & Marketing, Business Building, Makeup, Medical Spa, and the Advanced Business Seminar. Plus, more than 30 product focused classes were included with exhibit hall admission.

IECSC Florida will return to the Palm Beach County Convention Center October 9-10, 2022. For more information, please visit www.iecscflorida.com.

“We are thrilled to call the Palm Beach Convention Center our new home for IECSC Florida,” said event director Liz Hitchcock. “The facility, service vendors, and ease of access for exhibitors and attendees alike, made our event a great overall experience for the spa community and we cannot wait to come back even stronger in 2022.”

Looking ahead – 2022 IECSC Events
IECSC New York is scheduled for March 13-15, 2022, at the Javits Convention Center, and will co-locate with IBS New York for the 18th year in a row.

IECSC Chicago 2022 will be held at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, April 9-11, and will co-locate with America’s Beauty Show for the 5th year in a row.

IECSC Las Vegas will take place June 25-27, 2022, at the Las Vegas Convention Center and will co-locate with IBS Las Vegas for the 30th year in a row.

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 a partnership with America Spa, 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 www.iecsc.com.

About Questex
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
Amanda Butcher
Event Marketing Executive
[email protected]

Rhonda Wunderlin, SVP, Performance Marketing Named a FOLIO Top Woman in Media

NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Last week at the FOLIO Eddie and Ozzie awards, the most inclusive recognition program in the publishing community celebrating editorial and design excellence, Questex, a leading information services company, won two Eddie awards for editorial excellence.

Fierce Pharma’s The 22 most influential people in the fight against COVID won in the Single Article category among healthcare/medical B2B publications and Live Design’s online coverage of the Super Bowl LV Halftime Show 2021 was a winner in the Series of Articles, B2B Technology category.

Questex also had four finalists in the awards program:

Fierce Pharma’s Targeted cancer drugs series in the Series category among healthcare/medical B2B publications.
Fierce Biotech’s How a protein ‘Polaroid’ led Amgen to finally crack the ‘Achilles heel tumor’ in the Analysis category for all B2B publications.
ESMO coverage from Fierce Biotech and Fierce Pharma in the Planned or On Location Coverage among all B2B publications.
Luxury Travel Advisor’s Kareem George: Personal Connections are key for Culture Traveler’s Growth Plans in the B2B Profile or Q&A category.

In addition, Rhonda Wunderlin, Senior Vice President, Performance Marketing has been named a FOLIO Top Woman in Media in the Change-Makers category. Wunderlin is responsible for building Questex’s seller and buyer experience from discovery through purchase and advocacy, connecting the dots to monetization.

“It’s an honor for Questex to be shortlisted for six Eddie awards and to win in two categories. I couldn’t be prouder of our content teams. With a deep understanding of each of the industries we serve, our content truly helps our audiences find the information they need to help them make smart business decisions,” said Paul Miller, CEO, Questex. “Additionally, I am delighted that FOLIO has also recognized Rhonda as a Top Woman in Media. Rhonda is a tremendous asset to our team. She works across Questex marketing, sales and finance and leverages best practices, process and technology to achieve measurable and sustainable results.”

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]
212 895 8488‬

NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Hotel Management announces the annual “Thirty Under 30” list, showcasing up-and-coming talent in the hospitality industry. 

Each year, Hotel Management opens up its call for nominations to the greater industry in order to capture true rising talent that deserves widespread recognition for their dedication to the field. Nominees must be 29 years old or younger as of Dec. 31, 2020, currently work at any level in a hotel field (operations, management, ownership, technology, asset management, consulting, training, sales & marketing), have completed a significant project for his or her hotel or organization and be recognized by leaders of his or her own hotel or organization as an emerging leader.

This year, more than 75 nominations were received, and 30 professionals were chosen by Hotel Management’s senior editorial staff for their dedication and outstanding achievements. They are:

1.     Blake Bacall, Managing Principal/VP of Investments & Operations, Elite Hospitality Group
2.     Alex Biondi, Director of Sales, Hyatt Place Greenville Haywood
3.     Thomas Botts, Guest Service Representative, Sugar Lake Lodge
4.     David Carrera, Front Desk Manager, Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Downtown
5.     Ashley Cluster, General Manager and Director of Sales & Marketing, Holiday Inn Express & Suites I-95 Capitol Beltway-Largo
6.     Silvie Cohen, VP, hotelAVE
7.     Maddy Cretella, Director of Engagement + Marketing, Landmark Hospitality
8.     Lerah Foreman, Marketing & Business Development Coordinator, Pathfinder Development
9.     Levi Forester, General Manager, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest
10.   Lily Gaspar, Front of House Manager, The Royal Crescent Hotel and Spa
11.   Justin Grigull, Assistant Director of Finance, Hyatt Regency Orlando
12.   Ashley Honeycutt, Director of Sales & Events, Holiday Inn Cincinnati Riverfront
13.   Nick Isernia, Assistant General Manager, Embassy Suites by Hilton Huntsville Hotel & Spa
14.   James Kay, Chief of Staff, Life House
15.   Kyle Lennon, Director of Sales, Staybridge Suites Harrisburg Hershey
16.   Marissa-May Little, Revenue Analyst, Hotel Equities
17.   Audrey Mathis, Enterprise Business Travel Sales Manager, Atrium Hospitality
18.   Cheryl McMaster, Senior Manager of Distribution & Channel Management, Sonesta/RLH Franchising
19.   Jack Meakin, Regional Director of Business Development, Hotel Equities
20.   Ana Morales, Corporate Accounting Manager, Atrium Hospitality
21.   Shelby Norris, Area Director Sales, Aimbridge Hospitality
22.   Parth Patel, CEO, Apex Hotel Group
23.   Skye Pluchino, Assistant General Manager, Homewood Suites Carmel
24.   Eric Rubino, Principal, Extreme Hospitality
25.   Tracey Sandler, Assistant General Manager, Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Downtown
26.   Rachael Stevens, Front of House Manager, Pennyhill Park
27.   Hannah Tomkins, Recruiting Manager, HHM
28.   Ashlee Trevis, Area Director of Sales, HHM
29.   Adam Winning, Dual General Manager, Hampton Inn & Suites Clearwater Beach/Winter the Dolphin’s Beach Club, An Ascend Hotel Collection
30.   Ashley Xu, Managing Director, GreenTree Hospitality Group

“This year’s Thirty Under 30 winners showcase an amazing array of talent and drive, and Hotel Management is proud to spotlight these young hoteliers,” said Elaine Simon, Senior Managing Editor with Questex Hospitality and Hotel Management. “We look forward to hearing their unique perspectives on our Young Professionals pages throughout 2022 as well as watching how their careers progress in coming years.”

The 2021 Thirty Under 30 winners are featured in the October print issue of Hotel Management. Visit www.hotelmanagement.net to learn more.

Hotel Management’s 2021 “Thirty Under 30” Awards are sponsored by DIRECTV HOSPITALITY.

About Hotel Management, a Division of Questex Hospitality Group
Hotel Management is a leading B2B centralized print and online source for the latest news, trends and analysis across the hospitality industry. Stay up-to-date on breaking news in global and local investment, development, technology, operations, food & beverage and design.

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
Elaine Simon
Senior Managing Editor
212-895-8431
[email protected]

Michelle MacLeod
Marketing Manager
617-219-8346
[email protected]  

 

IECSC Unveils the Power of Social Media, Live Video, CBD, and Other Innovations During Annual Conference

NEW YORK, Oct. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s International Esthetics, Cosmetics & Spa Conference (IECSC) – a trade show and conference dedicated to spa owners, managers, estheticians, cosmetologists, massage therapists, and other industry professionals – will be held at the Palm Beach Convention Center, October 10-11, 2021. Celebrating its 23rd year in Florida as the leading spa & wellness event, IECSC also takes place annually in New York, Chicago, and Las Vegas.

The 2021 show features 20 business boosting conference classes, such as Using TikTok + Instagram Reels for Beauty, The Importance of CBD and Hemp Skincare, Lash Lift 101, Mastering the Client Consultation, Gaining Confidence in Chemical Peels, and Leveraging Live Video for More Clients.

There is also a six-hour seminar, Your Profitable American Spa, that focuses on how to run a spa successfully. Attendees have access to 34 product focused classes that are included with the purchase of exhibit hall admission, covering topics such as cryotherapy, LED light therapy, microneedling, skincare, facials, and peels.

Over 100 participating companies include new and innovative brands, as well as industry leaders such as Éminence Organic Skin Care, Celluma, Circadia, CryoConcepts, Hush & Hush, HydraFacial, Image Skincare, ORGAID, Procell Therapies, Repêchage, SilcSkin, Sorella Apothecary, ToGoSpa, and more.

One of the highlights this year will be Palm Beach County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay joining Jill Birkett, vice president, Wellness Group at Questex, organizer of IECSC, in this year’s Opening Ceremony ribbon cutting on Sunday, October 10th at 10:00am.

“We are very excited to host IECSC Florida in West Palm Beach for the first time and look forward to engaging the spa community with educational workshops, hands on demonstrations on the latest techniques and treatments, and introducing them to over 100 exhibitors on the show floor with the top brands in skincare,” said Birkett.

Spa professionals may register to attend via iececflorida.com for this two-day event.

Stay connected to IECSC on Facebook and Instagram (#FLSpaShow).

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 a partnership with 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 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
Amanda Butcher
Event Marketing Executive
IECSC
[email protected]
212-895-8276