11-13 May 2025
Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh
15:00 – 17:30 Education Investment Forum
15:00 – 15:10 Opening
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15:00 – 17:30 EIF Main Stage Programme
15:10 – 15:40 Education Meets Industry – Key Skills for the Future of Saudi Workforce
15:40 – 16:00 Public-Private Partnerships in Hospitality Training: Building Saudi Arabia’s Workforce of the Future
16:00 – 16:30 Changing Perceptions: Rebranding Hospitality Careers for Saudi Youth
16:30 – 17:00 Hospitality Workforce of the Future: Anticipating Trends and Building Resilience
17:00– 17:20 Revolutionizing Hospitality Education: Blending Tradition and Technology
17:20 – 17:30 Key Take aways & Closing
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15:30 - 17:00 EIF Programme Workshop Rooms
15:30 – 16:00 Roundtable Discussion: Technology and the Future of Hospitality Education
16:00 – 16:30 Workshop: Developing Career Pathways in Luxury and High-End Hospitality
16:30 – 17:00
Workshop: Government Training Programs Under the Microscope: Measuring
Impact and Driving Improvement
Summit Stage
THEME: The Future of Hospitality in Saudi Arabia
10:00 – 10:30 Welcome to FHS Saudi Arabia 2025
10:30 – 10:45 The Visionary Outlook: Empowering Saudi Tourism Destinations through the Hospitality Sector
10:45 – 11:15 Early Signs of Success: The Ambition versus the Reality of Vision 2030
11:15 – 11:30 Coffee Break
11:30 – 11:45 Setting the Scene for Hotel Performance and Development in Saudi Arabia
11:45 – 12:15 Investing in Vision: Highlighting investable opportunities in Saudi Arabia's Evolving Hospitality Landscape
12:15 – 12:45 The Age of Global Transformation: Connecting Saudi Arabia to the World
12:45 – 13:00 TenX Leadership Talk: Path to Prominence: How to Become the Most Valuable Hospitality Brand
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Future Stage
Workshops
11:45 – 12:15 Empowering Connections: Networking Session
12:15 – 13:00 Navigating the Hospitality Investment Industry in Saudi Arabia: A Beginner's Guide for New Attendees
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Centre Stage
11:45 – 13:00 Announcements & Signings
13:00 Lunch
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Summit Stage
THEME: Building a Sustainable Tomorrow
14:00 – 14:20 Key Note Speech: Designing for Tomorrow: Integrating Sustainability in a Changing World
14:20 – 15:00 Riyadh Rising: The Role of Mega Events in Driving Modernization, Infrastructure Growth, and Tourism Excellence
15:00 – 15:15 FHS Intelligence Talk: Travel & Tourism Economic Impact & Global Trends
15:15 – 15:30 TenX Leadership Talk: Strategic Investing in Legacy Brands: Preserving Heritage
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15:30 – 16:00 Coffee Break
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16:00 – 16:15 FHS Intelligence Talk: Tourism of the Future
16:15 – 16:45 Beyond Pilgrimage: Future Trends and Developments in Mecca and Medina
16:45 – 17:30 Transforming Sacred Journeys: Unlocking the Potential of Gateway Cities
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Future Stage
Workshops
14:00 – 15:00 Your Path to Red Sea Global: Exploring Projects and Partnership Opportunities
15:00 – 16:00 The Future of Hotel Asset Management - HAMA Asset Management Workshop - Invitation Only
16:00 – 17:00 Key Trends in Hotel Management Contracts (HMAs)
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Centre Stage
14:00 – 14:30 Announcements & Signings
14:30 – 16:00 Start-up Den
16:00 – 17:00 Announcements & Signings
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14:30 – 16:00 Roundtable Discussions
Exclusive, small-group discussions for deeper dives into pressing industry topics taking place in several booths across the exhibition area
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17:30 – 18:30 Speed Networking (Future Stage)
18:30 FHS Evening Reception
Tuesday, 13 May 2025
09:00 – 10:00 Investor Breakfast – By invitation only
Summit Stage
THEME: Invest in Tomorrow: Today, Together
10:00 – 10:15 Saudi Arabia Tourism Outlook: Shaping the Future from 2025 to 2040
10:15 – 10:45 Financing Hospitality Ventures: Maximizing Capital for Growth and Success
10:45 – 11:15 Is the pursuit of luxury compatible with sustainability in Saudi Arabian Hospitality?
11:15 – 11:35 Redefining Luxury: What Does It Truly Mean in Today's Market?
11:35 – 12:05 Balancing Growth: Unlocking the Potential of Mid-Market Hospitality in Saudi Arabia's Luxury Landscape
12:05 – 12:20 Unveiling Market Trends: Insights into Branded Residences in the Kingdom
12:20 – 12:50 Capitalizing on the Alternative Accommodation Boom: The Rising Tide of Investment
12:50 – 13:00 FHS Awards
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Future Stage
Workshops
10:30 – 11:15 Government Insights on Investment Incentives in Saudi Arabia
11:15 – 12:00 Renovation Timelines: Navigating ministry laws regarding property renovations
12:00 – 12:30 Building the Future: A Workshop on Modular Architecture and Technology-Driven Regulations
12:30 – 13:00 Intelligence Talks: Key Feeder Markets for Saudi Arabia: Current Trends and Future Opportunities
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Centre Stage
11:00 – 13:00 Announcements & Signings
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11:00 – 13:00 Roundtable Discussions
Exclusive, small-group discussions for deeper dives into pressing industry topics taking place in several booths across the exhibition area
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13:00 Lunch
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Summit Stage
THEME: Tomorrow’s Lifestyle
14:00 – 14:40 The Future Workforce: Empowering Talent, Leadership, and Inclusion
14:40 – 15:10 ESG in Hospitality: Balancing Responsibility, Sustainability, and the Cost of Change
15:10 – 15:30 Planning with Purpose: Integrating Tourism Strategy and Conservation in Destination Development
15:30 – 16:00 Pathways to Holistic Wellness: Mapping Saudi Arabia’s Role in Global Wellness Tourism
16:00 - 16:15 Restaurant Invest Intelligence: How is F&B Performing within Hotels in Saudi?
16:15 – 16:45 The rise of F&B experiences in Saudi Arabia
16:45 - 17:15 The Future of Fun: Investing in Theme Parks
17:15 – 17:30 Closing Plenary: The Road Ahead for Global Hospitality
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Future Stage
Workshops
14:30 – 15:30 Shifting Gears: Navigating the Transition from CapEx to OpEx in the Hospitality Market