Day 1:
30 September - Monday
09:30 - 11:00
FHS Intelligence Talks (Summit Stage, Johara 3 & 4)
- Global Capital Market Trends
- Trendspotting 101: Mastering the Art of Rapid Adaptation
- A Guide to Successfully Navigating the Hiring Process for New Graduates
- Consumer – what is the next generation traveller looking for?
- AI - Integration on systems to measure the inefficiencies of the operations, sustainability effort, staff management, retail
- Destination Health: Unveiling the Complex Realities of Medical Tourism
- Branded Residences: Redefining Luxury Living Across Continents
- Overcoming Overtourism
- Future Travel Trends: Sustainability, Authenticity, and Innovation
- In charts: China's outbound tourism in 2024 and beyond
11:30 - 11:35
Official Opening (Welcome Remarks)
11:35 - 13:00
FHS Programme Summit Stage (Johara 3 & 4)
Focus on Destination and Urban Development and Smart Cities
- Shaping the Future of Sustainable Living
- AI in Dining: Crowdsourcing to Create the Restaurant of Tomorrow
- Revolutionizing Urban Mobility
- TenX Leadership Talks
10:00 - 13:00
FHS Programme Exhibition Stage (Arena)
- Innovation Showcase
- Signings and Announcements
13:00 - 14:00
FHS Welcome Luncheon
14:00 - 15:30
FHS Programme Summit Stage (Johara 3 & 4)
Focus on ESG and Sustainability
- Scaling Tourism Destinations with Sustainable Footprints - An ESG Approach
- Towards Carbon Neutrality: Is Net Zero attainable in the hospitality industry?
- Expert Insights: Justifying Sustainability Investments
- Green Building Expertise: Insights into Sustainable Materials, LEED Certification, and Green Building Codes
14:00 - 15:30
FHS Programme Future Stage (Johara 2)
Global Investment Trends, Focus on Africa
- Setting the Scene for Destination & Hotel Development in Africa
- The Role of Public-Private Partnerships: Driving Investment in African Hospitality Infrastructure
- Sustainable Tourism in Africa: Investing in Eco-Friendly Hospitality Initiatives
- TenX Leadership Talk
14:00 - 15:30
FHS Programme Innovation Stage (Johara 7)
Global Investment Trends, Focus on Europe
- Spotlight European Hospitality: 2024, the turning point for transactional activity?
- Hospitality Renaissance: Rediscovering Europe's Charm
- Resilience Strategies: Building Anti-Fragile Hospitality Investments in Resort Destinations
- TenX Leadership Talk
14:00 – 16:30 Exhibition Stage (Arena)
- UNTO Women in Tech Start-Up Competition Semi-Finals
- Signings & Announcements
16:00 - 17:00
Sustainable Hospitality Challenge (Summit Stage, Johara 3 & 4)
16:00 - 17:30
FHS Workshops (Breakout Room)
17:30 - 18:30
Speed Networking
18:30
FHS Welcome Reception
Day 2:
01 October - Tuesday
09:15 – 13:00
FHS Programme Summit Stage (Johara 2, 3 & 4)
Overview of Hospitality Landscape
- The Global Geopolitical Landscape and its Influence on the Hospitality Industry
- What are the numbers telling us? A look at hotel performance globally
- Welcome Address
- TenX Leadership Talks with global leaders
- Leading with Purpose: Commitment to People, Planet and Profit
- Regenerative Tourism: Pioneering Sustainable High-End Hospitality
- Sustainable Hospitality Challenge – The Hospitality Leaders of Tomorrow Reimagining our Industry
13:00 – 14:00
Luncheon
14:00 – 16:30
FHS Programme Summit Stage (Johara 3 & 4)
Focus on Global Investment Trends
- Global Dialogue: Exploring Diverse Financial Vehicles Driving the Industry - A Cross-Country Conversation Between Investors and Owners
- Evolving Strategies: Navigating Shifting Investment Trends in the Hospitality Industry
- Emergence of Real Estate Investment Trusts in the Middle East
- TenX Leadership Talks: Resilience in Hospitality and how to manage the Psychological and Physical Pressure
- Investing in Experiences: Hospitality Trends and the Shift Towards Immersive Guest Experiences with a Human Touch
16:30 – 17:30
FHS Programme Summit Stage (Johara 3& 4)
Focus on Education and Talent
- Breaking Boundaries: Rethinking Cultural Alignment Beyond Labor Laws in Global Hospitality Brands
- Voices of the Workforce: Leveraging Organizational Culture as a Competitive Advantage
14:00 – 17:30
FHS Programme Future Stage (Johara 2)
Global Investment Trends, Focus on GCC
- Real Talk: Unfiltered Perspectives on Investment Challenges from Industry Insiders
- Beyond Borders: Cross-Border Investments Reshaping the Global Hospitality Landscape
- Establishing Transaction Ecosystems: Strategies for Building Seamless and Efficient Transaction Networks
- The Future of Hospitality Management: From White Label Operators, Franchising, to Traditional Management Agreements
- Commercially Driven Asset Management in Hospitality: Strategies for Maximizing Returns
- Adapting Through Innovation: From Design to Build to Conversion in Changing Times
- Beyond KPIs: The Development and Brand Life Cycle of a Hotel
14:00 – 15:30
FHS Programme Innovation Stage (Johara 7)
Focus on Destination Development and Branding
- Navigating the Shifting Sands of Destination Investments
- Crafting Unique Identities: Strategic Approaches to Branding and Rebranding in Hospitality
- F&B vs. Wellness: A debate - Culinary Cravings or Mindful Living: Which Industry Holds the Key?
16:00 – 17:30
Global Investment Trends, Focus on Asia
- Government Policies and Economic Incentives: Catalysts for Hospitality Investment in Asia
- Public vs. Private: The Strategic Advantages of Chinese parent companies
- Incredible India: Unlocking Investment Potential in the Land of Diversity
14:00 – 17:00
FHS Programme Exhibition Stage (Arena)
- UNTO Women in Tech Start Up Competition Semi Finals
- Destination Tomorrow
- Signings & Announcements
14:00 - 17:00
FHS Workshops (Breakout Room)
18:30
FHS Evening Reception
Day 3:
02 October - Wednesday
09:00 – 13:00
FHS Programme Summit Stage (Johara 3 & 4)
Hotelisation of Traditional Assets
- Capitalizing on the Sharing Economy: Overview of Investment, Development, and Operational Opportunities
- Redefining the Workplace: The Future of Hospitality-Driven Office Spaces
- Forever Young: Embracing A New Way of Living Where Life Knows No Age Boundaries
- Capitalizing on the Student Accommodation Boom: The Rising Tide of Investment
- The Rise of Branded Real Estate Residences: A New Investment Frontier for High-Net-Worth Individuals
09:00 – 13:00
FHS Programme Future Stage (Johara 2)
The Future of Technology in Hospitality
- Back to Basics: Addressing Key Bottlenecks in Hospitality Innovation Before Advancing to Advanced Technologies
- Robotics vs. Demographics: The Big Battle to Come
- AI in Dynamic Pricing
- Disrupting the Market: The Rise and Impact of Aggregators in Hospitality Investments
- Engaging Owners: Shifting Perspectives on Technology from Cost to Investment in Hospitality
- Tech Solutions in Action: Practical Insights and Implementations for Industry Advancement
09:00 – 13:00
FHS Programme Innovation Stage (Johara 7)
Focus on Restaurant Invest
- Restaurant Investment Trends Transforming Hotels
- Hoteliers are from Mars, Restaurateurs are from Venus: Why Hoteliers can’t run restaurants?
- AI in Dining: Crowdsourcing to Create the Restaurant of Tomorrow
- Gourmet Evolution: Rethinking the Role of Celebrity Chefs in Modern Dining
- A Taste of F&B Success: The Impact of Third-Party Outlets on Hotel Revenue and Real Estate Value
- The Rise of All-Inclusive Concepts and the Evolution of Beach Clubs: A New Era for Hospitality Investments
09:00 – 11:30
FHS Programme Exhibition Stage (Arena)
- Innovation Showcases
- Speaker’s Corner: Talk about your ESG initiative that has impacted your business
09:00 – 10:00
FHS Workshops (Breakout Room)
13:00 – 14:00
Luncheon
14:00 – 17:00
FHS Programme Summit Stage (Johara2, 3 & 4)
Branded Residences Forum - Brought to you by Accor One Living
14:00 – 16:00
FHS Programme Innovation Stage (Johara 7)
EAHM Leadership Series