11-13 May 2025
Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh
2025 Agenda
Programme is subject to change.
Sunday 11 May
Welcome Remarks to NextGen:
Investing in Saudi’s Hospitality Education
Keynote - Hospitality Talent in Saudi Arabia:
A Data-Driven Overview
Education Meets Industry – Key Skills for the Future of Saudi Workforce
Hospitality Workforce of the Future:
Anticipating Trends and Building Resilience
How Can Hospitality Schools Adapt Their Curriculum to Meet Industry Trends and Standards?
How Can We Rebrand Hospitality Careers to Attract Saudi Youth?
Where Are the Investment Opportunities in Hospitality Education Real Estate?
How Can Technology Enhance Hospitality Training and Skill Development?
How Can Public-Private Partnerships in Hospitality Training Help Build Saudi Arabia’s Workforce of the Future?
How Can Student Housing Be Designed to Meet the Needs of Future Hospitality Professionals?
What Are the Best Models for Ongoing Professional Development in Hospitality?
Speed Networking
FHS Welcome Reception, hosted by Al Khozama
Monday 12 May
Welcome to FHS Saudi Arabia 2025
Opening Remarks
Where Vision Shapes Opportunity
Safeguarding Hospitality Investments Amid Market Shifts:
Is Saudi Arabia Still the Land of Opportunity?
Empowering Connections:
Networking Session
How the Private Sector is driving Growth Through Strategic Synergy
Key Note Speech
Coffee Break
Announcements & Signings
Beyond the Whistle:
The FIFA World Cup 2034’s Ripple Effect on the Saudi Hospitality Sector
Navigating the Hospitality Investment Industry in Saudi Arabia:
A Beginner's Guide
The Changing Face of Saudi Arabia:
The Role of Mega Events in Driving Modernization, Infrastructure Growth, and Tourism Excellence
TenX Leadership Talk:
Insights on the Economic Impact of Travel & Tourism and Global Trends
Lunch
Setting the Scene for Hotel Performance and Development in Saudi Arabia
Announcements & Signings
Insights on Branded Residences
Financing Hospitality Ventures:
Maximizing Capital for Growth and Success
Start-Up Den
Revitalizing Aging Assets:
Maximizing Performance & Energy Efficiency in Hospitality Investments
Key Trends in Hotel Management Contracts
Is the pursuit of luxury compatible with sustainability in Saudi Arabian Hospitality?
Service Excellence in Vulnerable Times
Announcements & Signings
Coffee Break
The Future of Hotel Asset Management - HAMA Asset Management Workshop - Invitation Only
What's Next? Tourism of the Future
TenX Leadership Talk:
The Future of Mid-Scale & Upscale Hospitality in Saudi Arabia’s Transforming Tourism Sector
Balancing Growth:
Unlocking the Potential of Mid-Market Hospitality in Saudi Arabia's Luxury Landscape
Could Hotel F&B set a World first by dominating the Mid Sector Dining Market in the kingdom?
FHS Evening Reception
Tuesday 13 May
Investor Breakfast - By Invitation Only
Welcome Back
Your Path to Red Sea Global:
Exploring Projects and Partnership Opportunities
Designing for Transformational Travel:
Crafting Next-Gen Experiences That Inspire Change
Branding with Culture:
Leveraging Local Identity for Global Impact
All-Inclusive Reimagined:
How Gen Z and Luxury are Redefining the Upscale Travel Experience
Government Insights on Investment Incentives in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s Medical Tourism Surge:
Uncovering Key Opportunities
Pathways to Holistic Wellness:
Mapping Saudi Arabia’s Role in Global Wellness Tourism
In Brands We Trust:
Measuring and Maximizing Your Brand’s True Value
Announcements & Signings
FHS Awards
Coffee Break
Unveiling Market Trends:
Insights into Branded Residences in the Kingdom
Key Feeder Markets for Saudi Arabia:
Who are our new customers and what are they looking for?
Building the Future:
A Workshop on Modular Architecture and Technology-Driven Regulations
Hospitality Asset Stability:
Balancing Financial Strength for Owners & Brands
Lunch
Talent in the Digital Age:
Creating a Culture of Innovation in Hospitality
ESG SOLUTION LAB powered by World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance
The Future Workforce:
Empowering Talent, Leadership, and Inclusion
Saudi Arabia Tourism Outlook:
Shaping the Future from 2025 to 2040
How Is Saudi Arabia Preparing for a Tourism Transformation to Connect Travelers Locally and Globally?
Beyond Pilgrimage:
Future Trends and Developments in Mecca and Medina
How Can Technology Overcome the Logistical Challenges of Managing Pilgrim Crowds, and How Can These Insights Be Applied to Broader Hospitality Sectors?
Transforming Sacred Journeys:
How Can Religious Tourism Serve as a Springboard for Expanding Tourism in the Kingdom?
Closing Plenary:
The Road Ahead for Global Hospitality