11-13 May 2025
Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh
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Podcasts
Episode 87: Jake Haupert, Chief Executive Officer, Transformational Travel Council
In this episode of the FHS Podcast, Jake Haupert, Co-Founder of the Transformational Travel Council, explores how travel can go beyond relaxation to become a catalyst for personal growth and cultural connection. From rethinking hospitality spaces to embracing regenerative tourism and AI, Jake shares how the future of travel lies in intention, community, and transformation—for both guests and hosts alike.
Episode 86: Fahad Mohammed Alobailan, Chief Executive Officer, BAAN Holding
BAAN Holding, formerly Al Hokair Group, is redefining hospitality and entertainment in Saudi Arabia with 23 hotels, 78 entertainment brands, and a rapidly growing catering business. With Vision 2030 driving tourism growth, the company is expanding beyond traditional hospitality, entering new sectors to counter seasonality and boost long-term sustainability. Fahad Alubailan discusses the rebranding strategy, the company’s focus on build, innovate, and grow, and investment opportunities for international players in Saudi Arabia’s booming tourism landscape.
Episode 85: Johannes Torpe, Designer & Musician, Johannes Torpe Studios
Hospitality design is more than aesthetics—it's about crafting seamless, memorable experiences. In this episode of the FHS Podcast, Johannes Torpe explores how authenticity, sensory design, and cultural integration are shaping the future of hospitality. From sustainable building materials to the evolving expectations of younger travelers, he shares insights on how destinations like Saudi Arabia can balance tradition, innovation, and sustainability to create truly immersive experiences.
Press room
Saudi Arabia set to deliver 362,000 new hotels rooms by 2030 under US$110 billion hospitality project expansion
Saudi Arabia’s transformative real estate growth unlocks unprecedented investment opportunities, according to data released ahead of the Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia 2025
Voices of Female Leaders in Hospitality
In celebration of International Women’s Day this month, we shine a spotlight on female leaders in the hospitality industry in Saudi Arabia.
FHS Saudi Arabia launches NextGen Investment Forum to help deliver KSA’s Future Leaders in Hospitality
The Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia, taking place in Riyadh, 11-13 May, will host the region’s first NextGen Investment Forum to address the challenges – and opportunities – surrounding education, training and talent retention in KSA’s growing hospitality sectors
Industry news
Top Takeaways from the FHS World 2025 Advisory Board
Advisory Board members offered a treasure trove of insights, recommendations, and strategic ideas aimed at shaping the upcoming event into an industry-defining gathering.
FHS World 2025 Advisory Board Recap: Trends, Challenges, and Event Vision
The recent Advisory Board meeting for the Future Hospitality Summit - FHS World 2025 offered a treasure trove of insights, recommendations, and strategic ideas aimed at shaping the upcoming event into an industry-defining gathering.
Top 5 Takeaways from FHS Saudi Arabia 2025 Advisory Board
At the Advisory Board meeting, the 2025 theme was unveiled under which hospitality leaders and decision-makers will unite to discuss hotel performance and development, the outlook for hospitality investment in Saudi Arabia and the key trends driving the sector.
Reports
The Future of Healthcare - Whitepaper by H+A Global
The healthcare industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by factors such as rising healthcare costs, an ageing population, and technological advancements. These changes are creating new opportunities for hospitality operators to enter the healthcare market and diversify their revenue streams.
Middle Eastern Hubs Take Centre Stage Amidst Shifts in Global Tourism Industry
New Kearney report reveals tourists increasingly seek destinations that blend urban accessibility with leisure. Ecotourism and wellness travel are quickly gaining popularity with global travelers
Branded Residences: A Compendium
FHS is pleased to launch a new publication by Chris Graham, author of Branded Residences: An Overview, the #1 series of reports on the sector. Branded Residences: A Compendium is the industry’s first report that examines brand diversity in the sector.