Streaming Industry’s Leading Event Returns with More Exhibitors, Sponsors and Comprehensive Programming than Ever Before

NEW YORK, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s StreamTV Show, the ultimate gathering for professionals in the streaming television industry, is gearing up for its largest and most impactful event yet. Taking place June 11 – 13 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver, CO, this year’s show is pacing towards a 50% year-over-year increase in attendance with more than 1,500 attendees. StreamTV Show promises to deliver unparalleled insights, expanded networking opportunities and its biggest exhibit space to date – showcasing industry leading content and cutting-edge innovations that will become the foundation of streaming television’s future.

With close to 100 exhibitors, sponsors and partners already confirmed – and more being added – StreamTV Show 2025 is on track to set new records for attendance and industry participation.

The show is expected to have a sold-out exhibit hall, with top sponsors including brands like Wurl, Frequency, Xumo, LG, Vizio, Tivo, Gracenote/Nielsen, Google Ad Manager, TripleLift, Filmrise, Shout Studios, Merzigo, and Stripe.

What’s New at StreamTV Show 2025?

The Big Bash & StreamTV Awards – Celebrating groundbreaking achievements and innovators followed by a party where connections are made and ideas come to life.Evan Shapiro’s Media Universe Summit – an interactive experience that will map out the shifting landscape of media, exploring the convergence of streaming, technology, and consumer behavior.TVREV’s Pre-Game Workshop: The Future of Streamonomics: TVREV takes you behind the scenes to learn what’s really going on in the CTV and FAST space. What are the trends to watch? Which ones should you ignore? Who is setting the pace and who is just faking it? Led by Alan Wolk with top industry pros speaking.StreamTV Connect – a premier networking program that connects senior-level executives in content acquisition, technology, and advertising with leading suppliers through curated 15-minute, strategic meetings. These focused engagements are designed to deliver value, fostering meaningful connections that drive innovation and shape the future of streaming and TV.

An Unmatched Speaker Lineup

StreamTV Show 2025 boasts an unparalleled lineup of top executives, thought leaders and industry visionaries who’ll discuss the evolving landscape and future of streaming television. Newly added speakers include Adam Lewinson, Chief Content Officer, Tubi, Charlotte Maines, Director of Fire TV Business and Devices Advertising, Amazon Fire TV and Domenic DiMeglio, Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Data Officer, Paramount Streaming with more names added daily. View featured speakers here.

Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities Are Filling Fast

With limited spaces remaining, companies looking to showcase their latest innovations and connect with key decision-makers should secure their participation now. For more information on exhibiting or sponsoring, visit https://www.streamtvshow.com/streamtvshowcom/why-sponsor.

Register Now – Early Bird Discounts End April 4

Attendees can take advantage of early bird discount pricing though April 4. Register now at https://www.streamtvshow.com/ and join the premier gathering for streaming professionals.

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About The StreamTV Show

StreamTV Show isn’t just a conference – it’s a community! From insightful sessions to lively networking events, this is where deals get made, partnerships are forged, and the future of streaming is shaped. 

Produced and managed by Questex, StreamTV is widely known as the industry’s largest annual event for streaming television. For more information, visit http://www.streamtvshow.com.

About Questex 

Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: 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:

Robert Brownlie
Bob Gold & Associates 
[email protected] 
310-320-2010 

Sponsorship & Exhibitor Contact:

Charlene Soucy 
[email protected]

NEW YORK, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Vibe Conference, the premier on-premise beverage conference for beverage executives, delivered 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, March 3-5.

Tim McLucas, Vice President of the Bar & Restaurant Group, Questex, said, “Vibe Conference 2025 was the largest event in our 16-year history, and attracted the biggest growth in first-time operator attendees, up 31% from 2024. 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.

CORE Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) is a 501(c)(3) 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 $94,350 for families in the food and beverage industry facing terminal illnesses or sudden losses. 

Vibe Conference 2026 will take place February 23-25, 2026 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 2026 conference will be held at Town & Country Resort San Diego February 23-25, 2026.

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

Media Contact
Michelle Osborne
Questex
[email protected]
617.219.8305

IHIF EMEA offers new networking opportunities to connect the hospitality ecosystem

LONDON, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s International Hospitality Investment Forum EMEA (IHIF EMEA), the premier meeting place for hospitality investment in EMEA, announces its powerhouse programme is expanding with a session focused on Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI) as well as a closing session where the IHIF EMEA audience will get the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers through a question and answer session. IHIF EMEA’s 27th edition takes place 31 March – 2 April at the InterContinental and Pullman hotels in Berlin. Register here.

On 31 March during the “Own the moment: Perspectives on diverse leadership and governance” session, Felicity Black-Roberts, Vice President Development, Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Kristen Kozlowski, Managing Director, PineBridge Benson Elliot will share their personal experiences discussing the art of fostering a unique and productive company culture, with a particular emphasis on governance and promoting opportunities for a diverse, gender-balanced workforce. The session will be moderated by Charlotte Sweeney OBE, Inclusive Leadership Expert, Author, Member of the Forbes HR Council, Founder of Charlotte Sweeney Associates. 

The event’s closing session on 2 April, “Hospitality performance question time: Owners and operators, and asset managers in the hot seat”, brings together Ruslan Husry, CEO, HR Group; Camil Yazbeck, Global Chief Development Officer – Premium, Midscale and Economy, Accor; and Elie Younes, Executive Vice President & Global Chief Development Officer, Radisson Hotel Group to tackle the most pressing questions in hospitality performance. Jon Colley, Chief Strategic Growth Officer, Valor UK & Europe will moderate. This session invites the audience to drive the conversation with questions and answers about aligning goals, optimising partnerships, and navigating today’s complex market challenges.

Joe Stather, VP/Market Leader, Operational Real Estate, Questex, said, “We are extremely pleased to welcome these industry leaders to our conference programme. DEI is a vital topic. Not only does it create a fairer society by ensuring everyone has equal access to opportunities, but it also fuels creativity by bringing together people with unique perspectives. Additionally, we listened to the needs of our audience and we created the closing session with them in mind. They will drive the conversation with their questions, which should create a fantastic exchange with industry leaders. We look forward to bringing the EMEA hospitality investment industry together at the end of the month.”

View the complete conference programme here.

New networking opportunities to connect the hospitality ecosystem
IHIF EMEA is prioritising networking, knowledge sharing and collaboration. The Power hour AI-based networking are AI-driven sessions which take place on 31 March from 14:00-15:00 and 1 April from 17:15-18:15. The sessions match attendees with the most relevant contacts based on goals and interests, ensuring fast, high-value introductions.

Stather added, “We are very excited about the Power Hour. We know that finding the right people at an event can be challenging. This new networking solution will make finding the right people seamless so they can start the right conversations, right away.”

Additionally, Booking.com is partnering with IHIF EMEA as a Global Distribution Partner to create the Booking.com Bar & Networking Pavilion, a dynamic space for both dedicated meetings and spontaneous networking opportunities. With a central bar and café located at the heart of the IHIF EMEA Pavilion, it’s a place where ideas flow, deals happen, and connections will be made.

For more information about IHIF EMEA 2025 and to register, visit https://www.ihifemea.com.

To register for a media pass, email Meryl Franzman at [email protected].        

For sponsorship opportunities, click here.

Stay connected with IHIF EMEA on X, LinkedIn and Instagram and follow #IHIFEMEA25.

About IHIF EMEA
The International Hospitality Investment Forum EMEA (IHIF EMEA) is the premier event for hospitality investment professionals. By uniting influential hospitality leaders from Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, IHIF EMEA aims to shape the future of the hospitality industry with three-days of content, networking, insights and deal-making. IHIF EMEA takes place 31 March – 2 April 2025 at the InterContinental and Pullman hotels in Berlin.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: 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
Kirsty McKenna
IHIF EMEA
[email protected]        

Meryl Franzman
IHIF EMEA
[email protected]        

Unprecedented 35% New Exhibitors and Experiences at the Largest Beauty & Spa Marketplace

NEW YORK, March 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Questex’s International Beauty Show (IBS New York) and the International Esthetics, Cosmetics, & Spa Conference (IECSC New York) return to the Javits Convention Center March 23-25, 2025, debuting an unprecedented lineup of new exhibitors, immersive experiences and exclusive professionals-only pricing on must-have beauty and spa products and services.

“We are excited to showcase over 430 trailblazing brands with a record-breaking 166 new exhibitors,” said Elizabeth Fantetti Trevorrow, Event & Partnership Director, Questex’s Wellness Group. “The co-located shows offer unique opportunities for innovative brands to promote and launch new products and services to tens of thousands of hair stylists, colorists, barbers, nail technicians, makeup artists, lash specialists, estheticians, spa and salon owners & managers, and wellness professionals.”

Featured Brands
IBS New York 2025 exhibit floor will feature hundreds of high-profile brands, including: L3vel3 (New!), Salonory (New!), CHI by Farouk, DNA Hairtools and Extensions, HALOCOUTURE Extensions, Hairtalk Extensions, Lashbox LA, Parlux, Pibbs Industries, Pureo Natural Products, Turbo Power and many more! For the full list to date, click here.

IECSC New York 2025 exhibiting brands include: COSGRAM USA (New!), SmrtSkn (New!), Christine Valmy, Procell Therapies, Circadia, Dermalogica, Celluma, Esse, DMK, FaceReality, Healthyline, HydraFacial, Perfect Corp, Eminence Organic Skin Care, FarmhouseFresh, Geneo, MerryLaz, Silhouet-Tone USA and more! The full list can be found here.

New Can’t Miss Experiences at the 2025 New York Shows

The Glam & Go Showcase Stage
Beauty’s biggest names will take the spotlight as they demonstrate their latest innovations and the hottest trends on The Glam & Go Showcase Stage. Full Glam & Go schedule here.

Live Fashion Hair Demonstrations
Led by industry legend, Byrd Mena, Live Fashion Hair will be at IBS NY for the first time ever and will showcase jaw-dropping education by elite, international artists and influencers.

SUNDAY I MARCH 23, 3:45pm in Room 1E21: Brazilian Free-Hand Balayage with Simone PetinattiMONDAY I MARCH 24, 3:00pm at the Glam & Go Stage: Live Fashion Hair Show with Joel Torres, William Camargo, Jay Rodrigues, Lisa Van, Joseph Solis and Sam the Barber!

What’s New For You Zone
A must-see area to try a new line, engage with a first-time exhibitor, or be one of the first to test a newly launched product!  Check out all the participating brands here.

The Business District
The Business District is a new prime show floor destination for salon and spa professionals seeking solutions to enhance their business operations. 

The Fades & Blades Barber Battle, powered by L3vel3 and sponsored by Rolda, Cocco and Andis, will be held on Sunday, March 23rd and will pit twenty-four barbers in a friendly competition The Show also offers hours of tailored content exclusively for the barber community. More information here.

Powerhouse Pavilion
Completely redesigned for 2025 as a dynamic classroom featuring panel discussions led by industry educator, barber and activist Rodrick Samuels. Full schedule here.

Say Yes to You Lounge
Step into our instagrammable inspiration zone, customize your badge with fun flair ribbons, and refresh your professional image with a free headshot session.

And don’t forget to stop by the IBS NY + IECSC NY Press Room, which is sponsored in 2025 by Farouk Systems Inc., the visionary behind the iconic CHI® and BioSilk® haircare brands. CHI®, a global leader in haircare and styling tools, will unveil the latest expansion of the brand’s award-winning LAVA hair tool line and much more! 

Attendees may register to attend the Shows by clicking here. Exhibit Hall passes include all free classes at IBS NY, all Product-Focused Education at IECSC NY, and unlimited access to each Exhibit Hall. Press may apply for a media pass here.

SHOW HOURS:
Sunday, March 23: 10:30am – 5:00pm; Monday, March 24: 10:30am – 5:00pm; and Tuesday, March 25: 10:30am – 3:30pm

NEW YORK INFO:
For more information, on IBS New York, visit ibsnewyork.com. Stay connected on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

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

About IBS New York
Produced by Questex and presented by American Salon, IBS New York is the longest running professional beauty event in the country. IBS New York is for professionals only and reaches a wide cross‐section of participants including salon owners and managers, 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 free educational classes by industry legends, workshops, and exclusive show-floor discounts. For more information, visit ibsnewyork.com.

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 American 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 iecsc.com.

About QUESTEX
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: 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 Brokaw
IBS New York and IECSC New York
[email protected]

SAN DIEGO, March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Vibe Conference, the premier on-premise beverage conference for chain beverage executives, today announces the top adult beverage suppliers at the 2025 Supplier Awards. Vibe Conference takes place March 3-5 at the Town and Country Resort in San Diego, CA.

For more than ten years, the Supplier Awards have invited beverage operators to rate their respective supplier companies on key attributes, including business-building support as well as service and support performance through live interviews. To ensure efficient, fair and unbiased balloting and analysis, results were analyzed by food and beverage industry research and consulting firm CM Profit Group. Winners were then identified in four categories including beer, wine, spirits and non-alcohol beverages, categorized by total annual case volume.

“Congratulations to the 2025 Supplier Award Winners,” said Shawn Fox, Partner, CM Profit Group. “The results are based on comprehensive research from CM Profit’s annual On-Premise Partnering Study. Through in-depth interviews with over 65 leading operators, we gathered assessments of supplier service performance across the industry. We extend our sincere gratitude to all participating operators who generously shared their valuable insights confidentially, and helped support this important industry benchmark.”

The winners of the 2025 Supplier Awards are:
Best Large Beer Supplier
Molson Coors Beverage Company

Best Medium Beer Supplier
Boston Beer Company

Best Small Beer Supplier
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

Best Large Wine Supplier
Gallo

Best Medium Wine Supplier
Jackson Family Wines

Best Small Wine Supplier
Copper Cane Wines & Provisions

Best Large Spirits Supplier
Bacardi USA

Best Medium Spirits Supplier
Campari Group

Best Small Spirits Supplier
Rémy Cointreau USA

Best Overall Supplier
Best Large Non-Alcohol Supplier
Red Bull North America

Best Medium Non-Alcohol Supplier
American Beverage Marketers

Best Small Non-Alcohol Supplier
Fever-Tree

To learn more about Vibe Conference, visit: https://www.vibeconference.com. Stay connected with Vibe Conference and industry news at https://www.barandrestaurant.com/chains.

About Vibe Conference
Vibe Conference is the premier event for chain and hotel adult beverage executives and suppliers. This top on-premise conference is held annually and delivers high-level content, tastings and networking opportunities. The 2026 conference will be held at the Town and Country Resort in San Diego, CA February 23-25, 2026.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: 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 Osbourne
Vibe Conference
[email protected]        

SAN DIEGO, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Vibe Conference the premier on-premise beverage conference for executives, today announces the winners of the 2025 Vista Awards. The Vibe Vista Awards recognize the top performers in the beverage industry through the creation, training, execution, management, and on-going positive results of beverage programs. Vibe Conference takes place March 3-5 at the Town & Country Resort in San Diego, CA.

Tim McLucas, Market Leader, Hospitality Group at Questex, commented, “Congratulations to the 2025 Vibe Vista Awards winners! Competition was particularly strong this year, and we are proud of the venues that have risen to the top with innovative programs and contributions to the industry.”

The Vibe Vista Award winners include:

Best Overall: Cruise Line: Princess CruisesBest Overall: Hotel: Marriott InternationalBest Overall: Multi-Unit Chain Restaurant: Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & BarBest Spirits Program: Delta Sky ClubBest Wine Program: Seasons 52Best Beer Program: BJ’s Restaurant & BrewhouseBest Adult Alcohol-Free Beverage Program: Hyatt LifestyleBest Beverage Limited Time Offer: Delaware NorthBest Beverage Menu: Marella Cruises & The Apollo GroupBest Overhaul of Beverage Program: Hyatt Hotels

The Vibe Vista Awards entries were evaluated on the basis of positive beverage sales initiatives, operational innovations, and training and service programs that uphold high-quality standards.
The distinguished panel of judges included:

Brian Warrener – Judging Chair, Associate Professor & Director of the Center for Beverage Education & Innovation, Johnson & Wales UniversityMichael Sabitoni – Associate Professor & Dept. Chair, Food & Beverage + Travel & Tourism Studies, Johnson & Wales UniversityDale J. Venturini – Former President & CEO, RI Hospitality AssociationBrian Van Gyzen – Associate Professor, Johnson & Wales University

To learn more about Vibe Conference, visit: https://www.vibeconference.com. Stay connected with Vibe Conference and industry news at https://www.barandrestaurant.com/chains.

About Vibe Conference
Vibe Conference is the premier event for chain and hotel adult beverage executives and suppliers. This top on-premise conference is held annually and delivers high-level content, tastings and networking opportunities. The 2026 conference will be held at the Town and Country Resort in San Diego, CA February 23-25, 2026.

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

Media Contact
Michelle Osborne
Vibe Conference
[email protected]        

SAN DIEGO, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Vibe Conference, the premiere on-premise beverage conference for beverage executives, today announces the winners of the 2025 Jim Flaherty Industry Legend Award and the Innovator Award. Larry McGinn, Partner/Owner of IMI Agency, has been honored with the Jim Flaherty Industry Legend Award, and Indre Jasaityte, Director of Beverage at BJ’s Restaurants, Inc., has won the Innovator Award. These prestigious awards celebrate individuals who demonstrate a passion for the beverage industry and have made significant contributions to its advancement.

Tim McLucas, Market Leader, Hospitality Group at Questex, said, “Congratulations to Larry McGinn and Indre Jasaityte on these well-deserved honors. Larry’s exceptional leadership and creativity have left a lasting impact on the industry, and Indre’s innovative approach continues to push boundaries and elevate beverage programs. Both winners exemplify the spirit of these awards, and we celebrate their remarkable achievements.”

The Jim Flaherty Industry Legend Award recognizes individuals whose careers have left an enduring mark on the on-premise beverage industry. Larry McGinn has been a transformative force in on-premise and national accounts for decades. His creativity, leadership, and relationship-building skills have shaped the industry in profound ways, and his philanthropic work with CORE has further solidified his legacy. Despite personal and health challenges, Larry’s focus and leadership have inspired countless peers and colleagues, making him a true Industry Legend.

The Innovator Award honors individuals driving creative and impactful change in the industry. Indre Jasaityte, Director of Beverage at BJ’s Restaurants, Inc., has earned this distinction for her visionary leadership and innovative strategies that have elevated BJ’s beverage program to new heights. Her commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences through beverage innovation exemplifies the forward-thinking spirit of this award.

The award winners were chosen by the Vibe Conference Advisory Council, a group of industry leaders dedicated to recognizing excellence within the beverage sector.

To learn more about Vibe Conference, visit: www.vibeconference.com. Stay connected with Vibe Conference and industry news at www.barandrestaurant.com/chains.

About Vibe Conference
Vibe Conference is the premier event for chain and hotel adult beverage executives and suppliers. This top on-premise conference is held annually and delivers high-level content, tastings and networking opportunities. The 2026 conference will be held at the Town and Country Resort in San Diego, CA February 23-25, 2026.

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

Media Contact
Michelle Osborne
Vibe Conference
[email protected]        

NEW YORK, March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Hotel Management announces the eighth annual “Influential Women in Hospitality” list, honoring innovative, leading women in the hotel industry. 

The 2025 honorees were selected by the Hotel Management staff for their strong leadership and dedication to excellence in hospitality. This influential group’s list of accomplishments is as long as it is impressive, and Hotel Management is proud to feature these talented, inspiring women.

Hotel Management’s 2025 Influential Women in Hospitality are:

Anne Becker Olins, Global chief design and technical services officer, Ultra Luxury and Luxury, AccorSara Becnel, President, Sandestin InvestmentsOdette Brown, Senior director, brand operations, Choice Hotels InternationalVickie Callahan, President, hospitality management, Peachtree GroupAnn Christenson, Chief human resources officer, AimbridgeVanessa Claspill, Chief commercial officer, Crescent Hotels & ResortsArmelle De la Porte des Vaux, Vice president marketing, Club Med North AmericaLisa Drake, Vice President, Development & Owner Relations, GF Hotels & ResortsLan Elliott, Co-Founder & Principal, Acacia HospitalityEmily Feeney, Senior director of capital markets and investments, Noble Investment GroupWendy Ferrill, Vice president, Worldwide sales, BWH Hotel GroupCatherine Hance, Chief legal officer, Peregrine HospitalityBrittany Jones, Chief development officer, Brittain Resorts & HotelsJosie Kilgore, President, Cobblestone HotelsShannon Knapp, President and CEO, Leading Hotels of the WorldSandi Lesueur, Founder and CEO, VIRTU Resort & ResidencesHelinda Lizarraga, President, Aligned Hospitality ManagementLisa Lombardo, President, Ark Holding GroupKerry Mack, Chief revenue officer, HighgateLuana Maitland, Area director of cultural experiences, Outrigger Resorts & HotelsAyesha Molino, President and COO, ARIA and Vdara; Chief public affairs officer, MGM Resorts InternationalKendra Plummer, Founder and CEO, Elise CapitalAyesha Rajput, Regional vice president, franchise development, SonestaSamantha Sugarman, Senior vice president, strategic operations, Trinity Investments

“It is Hotel Management’s honor to recognize and celebrate hospitality professionals who make up this year’s 2025 Influential Women in Hospitality list,” said Esther Hertzfeld, Senior Editor at Hotel Management. “These exceptional women are innovators, collaborators, entrepreneurs, developers, and leaders reshaping and redefining the global hospitality industry. Their contributions inspire us, and we extend our heartfelt congratulations on their remarkable achievements.”

The 2025 Influential Women in Hospitality honorees are featured online in the March Issue of Hotel Management. Visit here to learn more.

About Hotel Management, a Division of Questex Hospitality Group

Hotel Management is a leading B2B centralized 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: 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

Esther Hertzfeld
Senior Editor
212-400-6230
[email protected]

NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Hotec brand is evolving to meet the changing needs of the hospitality sector by expanding into new, high-growth areas. Hotec Design today announces a new restaurant design track, reflecting the increasing demand for innovative and functional dining spaces within hotels, resorts and standalone establishments.

The restaurant design track will be co-located with Hotec Design 2025, taking place June 16-18 at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess in Arizona. This new program aims to bring together top designers, architects, and suppliers specializing in restaurant and foodservice environments, fostering collaboration and industry innovation.

The Hotec brand will also expand further with the launch of Hotec Senior Living in Q3 2025. Recognizing the growing intersection between hospitality and senior living, this new event will provide a dedicated platform for senior living designers, developers, operators and suppliers to connect, collaborate and explore cutting-edge solutions shaping the future of senior living environments.

Amy Vaxman, VP/Brand Leader, Questex Hospitality Group said, “Our audience is experiencing new challenges when it comes to design. We have listened to their needs and developed a new restaurant design track and a new event to support them. With these new programs, our portfolio is poised to continue its rapid expansion and innovate within the industry.”

Hotec Design Expands Team
Mary Malloy, who had a long career at Questex, is returning to the brand as Business Development Manager and will be responsible for launching two new events. She will work in conjunction with Allen Rolleri, Hotec Design Show Director, who is responsible for driving sales and positioning Hotec Design as the premier event for hospitality design professionals.

Vaxman added, “We are excited to welcome Mary back to the Hotec Design team. Mary is passionate about the hospitality design space. She helped build an engaged audience and formed extensive partnerships in the community. Now as a team, Mary and Allen will bring their exceptional expertise and proven track record to help us continue to grow our event into these new areas.”

Malloy said, “Returning to Questex is an exciting new chapter. I am extremely passionate about the design industry and the relationships I have in this industry. Hotec Design is the ultimate hosted buyer conference in the industry and I look forward to collaborating with Allen to expand the Hotec Design brand to reach new audiences.”

Rolleri said, “Since joining Questex last fall, I have enjoyed working with the buyers and suppliers in the design space. I look forward to combining my expertise with Mary to drive growth for the Hotec Design portfolio.”

The 2025 Hotel Design takes place June 16-18 at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, AZ. To apply to attend Hotec Design as a buyer or supplier, click here.

Contact Malloy at [email protected] and Rolleri at [email protected].

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: 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
Amy Vaxman
VP/Brand Leader
Questex Hospitality Group
[email protected]

NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s StreamTV Show, the ultimate gathering for the streaming television industry, is set to feature an impressive lineup of keynote speakers, bringing together some of the most influential leaders in the streaming industry to share game-changing insights, bold strategies, and an unfiltered look at what’s next for the streaming revolution.

This year’s keynote lineup features three of the most influential voices shaping the future of streaming:

Adam Lewinson, Chief Content Officer, Tubi – A pioneer in the AVOD space, Lewinson will share insights on Tubi’s content strategy and the evolving ad-supported streaming landscape.Charlotte Maines, Director of Fire TV Business, Amazon – Leading Fire TV’s business strategy, Maines will discuss the role of connected TV platforms in the streaming ecosystem.Domenic DiMeglio, Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Data Officer, Paramount Streaming (Paramount+ and Pluto TV) – As a key marketing executive at Paramount Global, DiMeglio will explore the latest trends in streaming content, audience engagement, and brand growth.

“The streaming industry continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, and this year’s keynote speakers represent the forefront of innovation in content, technology, and audience engagement,” said Kevin Gray, VP and Market Leader, Experiential Technology. “We are thrilled to welcome these industry leaders to share their expertise and vision for the future.”

More Industry Titans Take the Stage

With over 50 top executives already confirmed, StreamTV Show 2025 features leaders from YouTube, Google TV, NBCU, Paramount+, A&E, Pluto TV, Peacock, Crunchyroll, Plex, and more. The agenda is packed with visionary discussions, powerful networking opportunities, and game-changing insights attendees won’t find anywhere else. Check out the full agenda here.

One of the event’s must-attend sessions, Media Universe Summit – Mapping Media’s Future with No Filter at StreamTV Show on June 11-12, 2025, will be hosted by renowned media cartographer Evan Shapiro—a no-holds-barred deep dive into the forces reshaping the media landscape.

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About The StreamTV Show
StreamTV Show isn’t just a conference – it’s a community! From insightful sessions to lively networking events, this is where deals get made, partnerships are forged, and the future of streaming is shaped.
Produced and managed by Questex, StreamTV is widely known as the industry’s largest annual event for streaming television. For more information, visit http://www.streamtvshow.com. The StreamTV Show is supported by the event’s official publication, StreamTV Insider, the streaming TV industry’s daily monitor. For more information, visit https://www.streamtvinsider.com.

About Questex
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