11-13 May 2025
Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh
15:00 – 18:30 NextGen: Investing in Saudi Arabia’s Hospitality Education
15:00 – 15:10 Welcome Remarks
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Summit Stage
Main Stage
15:10 – 15:20 Keynote - Hospitality Talent in Saudi Arabia: A Data-Driven Overview
15:20 – 15:40 Education Meets Industry – Key Skills for the Future of Saudi Workforce
15:40 – 16:00 Hospitality Workforce of the Future: Anticipating Trends and Building Resilience
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Future Stage
Workshops
THEME: Hospitality Education and Real Estate Investment
16:00 - 16:45 How Can We Rebrand Hospitality Careers to Attract Saudi Youth?
17:00 – 17:45 How Can Public-Private Partnerships in Hospitality Training Help Build Saudi Arabia’s Workforce of the Future?
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Meeting Room 1
Workshops
THEME: Hospitality Education and Real Estate Investment
16:00 - 16:45 Where Are the Investment Opportunities in Hospitality Education Real Estate?
17:00 – 17:45 How Can Student Housing Be Designed to Meet the Needs of Future Hospitality Professionals?
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Meeting Room 2
Workshops
THEME: Deep dive into training
16:00 - 16:40 How Can Hospitality Schools Adapt Their Curriculum to Meet Industry Trends and Standards?
16:40 – 17:00 How Can Technology Enhance Hospitality Training and Skill Development?
17:10 – 18:00 What Are the Best Models for Ongoing Professional Development in Hospitality?
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17:45 – 18:30 Speed Networking (Future Stage)
18:30 Welcome Reception - Hosted by Al Khozama
Summit Stage
10:00 – 10:15 Welcome to FHS Saudi Arabia 2025
10:15 – 10:30 The Visionary Outlook: Empowering Saudi Tourism Destinations through the Hospitality Sector
10:30 – 11:15 Safeguarding Hospitality Investments Amid Market Shifts: Is Saudi Arabia Still the Land of Opportunity?
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11:15 – 11:30 Coffee Break
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11:30 – 11:50 Key Note Speech
11:50 – 12:30 The Changing Face of Riyadh: The Role of Mega Events in Driving Modernization, Infrastructure Growth, and Tourism Excellence
12:30 – 13:00 TenX Leadership Talk: Insights on the Economic Impact of Travel & Tourism and Global Trends
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Future Stage
Workshops
11:00 – 12:00 Empowering Connections: Networking Session
12:00 – 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
14:00 – 14:20 Setting the Scene for Hotel Performance and Development in Saudi Arabia
14:20 – 14:50 Financing Hospitality Ventures: Maximizing Capital for Growth and Success
14:50 – 15:15 Is the pursuit of luxury compatible with sustainability in Saudi Arabian Hospitality?
15:15 – 15:30 Hospitality: Differentiation Through Service Excellence
15:30 – 16:00 A Bleak and Empty Hotel Shop …. or a Chance to activate Retail Brand Experiences blended with cool, branded Cafes and Bars?
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16:00 – 16:30 Coffee Break
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16:30 – 16:45 What's Next? Tourism of the Future
16:45 – 17:20 Balancing Growth: Unlocking the Potential of Mid-Market Hospitality in Saudi Arabia's Luxury Landscape
17:20 – 17:45 Could Hotel F&B set a World first by dominating the Mid Sector Dining Market in the kingdom?
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Future Stage
Workshops
14:00 – 15:15 Insights on Branded Residences
15:15 – 16:15 Key Trends in Hotel Management Contracts
16:15 – 17:00 Your Path to Red Sea Global: Exploring Projects and Partnership Opportunities
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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
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18:30 FHS Evening Reception
09:00 – 10:00 Investor Breakfast – By invitation only
Summit Stage
10:00 – 10:15 Saudi Arabia Tourism Outlook: Shaping the Future from 2025 to 2040
10:15 – 10:40 How Is Saudi Arabia Preparing for a Tourism Transformation to Connect Travelers Locally and Globally?
10:40 – 11:00 Beyond Pilgrimage: Future Trends and Developments in Mecca and Medina
11:00 – 11:15 How Can Technology Overcome the Logistical Challenges of Managing Pilgrim Crowds, and How Can These Insights Be Applied to Broader Hospitality Sectors?
11:15 – 11:45 Transforming Sacred Journeys: How Can Religious Tourism Serve as a Springboard for Expanding Tourism in the Kingdom?
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11:45 – 12:00 Coffee Break
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12:00 – 12:15 Designing for Transformational Travel: Crafting Next-Gen Experiences That Inspire Change
12:15 – 12:45 Planning with Purpose: Integrating Tourism Strategy and Conservation in Destination Development
12:45 – 13:15 All-Inclusive Reimagined: How Gen Z and Luxury are Redefining the Upscale Travel Experience
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13:50 – 13:30 FHS Awards
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Future Stage
Workshops
10:00 – 10:30 Government Insights on Investment Incentives in Saudi Arabia
10:30 – 11:15 ESG in Hospitality: Balancing Sustainability with Profit – Cost-Effective Solutions for a Competitive Edge
11:15 – 12:00 Building the Future: A Workshop on Modular Architecture and Technology-Driven Regulations
12:00 – 13:00 Key Feeder Markets for Saudi Arabia: Who are our new customers and what are they looking for?
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Centre Stage
11:00 – 13:00 Announcements & Signings
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11:00 – 13:00 Roundtable Discussions
13:00 Lunch
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Summit Stage
14:30 – 15:00 The Future Workforce: Empowering Talent, Leadership, and Inclusion
15:00 – 15:30 Unveiling Market Trends: Insights into Branded Residences in the Kingdom
15:30 – 16:10 Capitalizing on the Alternative Accommodation Boom: The Rising Tide of Investment
16:10 – 16:45 Pathways to Holistic Wellness: Mapping Saudi Arabia’s Role in Global Wellness Tourism
16:45 - 17:00 Closing Plenary: The Road Ahead for Global Hospitality
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Future Stage
Workshops
14:15 – 15:15 The Future of Hotel Asset Management - HAMA Asset Management Workshop - Invitation Only
15:15 – 16:15 Shifting Gears: Navigating the Transition from CapEx to OpEx in the Hospitality Market