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Dec 11 - 12, 2023

Eden Roc Miami Beach Resort

INSPIRE LUXURY
HOSPITALITY CONFERENCE

Celebrating Over a Decade as Luxury
Hospitality’s Most Exclusive Event

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About the
Inspire Conference!

Connect with the industry’s most important leaders, innovators, investors, developers, owners, operators and providers.

A curated, intimate environment optimized for learning, sharing and dealmaking. 

Limited to 500 in-person attendees.

What To Expect

Why attend?

Create powerful connections with the leading companies in luxury hospitality.
A curated, intimate environment optimized for learning, sharing and dealmaking.

Networking

The INSPIRE Networking Hub provides the ideal environment for facilitating business deals and networking.

Connect with the industry’s most important leaders, innovators, investors, developers, owners, operators and providers. 

Connect & Learn

Get the research and expertise you need to make the right decisions for your hotel in 2024. Stay up to date with the most cutting-edge industry products and services from the most reputable suppliers to ensure a competitive advantage. 

Make Deals

Gain access to an exclusive world of deals, inspiration, insights and handpicked solutions providers. A curated, intimate environment optimized for learning, sharing and deal-making.

Deals get made at INSPIRE.

Testimonials

What others say about us

Leaders In Hospitality Attend Inspire Conference

Featured Speakers

Walter Isenberg

Co-Founder & CEO
Sage Hospitality Group

Lucia Penrod

Chief Executive Officer
Nikki Beach Global

Raoul Thomas

Founder & CEO
CGI Merchant Group
Raul Leal
Chief Executive Officer
SH Hotels & Resorts
Amanda Elder
Chief Commercial Officer and Member of the Management Board
Kempinski Hotels
Ron Pohl
President of International Operations and WorldHotels
BWH Hotel Group
R. Donahue Peebles
Chairman & CEO
The Peebles Corporation
Bruce Rohr
Vice President and Global Brand Leader
JW Marriott
Jennifer Barnwell
President
Curator Hotel & Resort Collection
Daniel H. Lesser
Co-Founder, President, CEO
LW Hospitality Advisors
Jason Bass
Director of Culture and Programming
Thompson Atlanta Buckhead
Jonathan Falik
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
JF Capital Advisors
Phil Keb
Senior Executive, Luxury Brand Growth - Americas
IHG Hotels & Resorts
Rika Lisslö
Vice President Acquisitions & Development
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Bruce Wardinski
Chairman & CEO
Playa Hotels & Resorts
John Fareed
Global Chairman
Horwath HTL

Our Partners

Featured Sponsors

Our 2023 Hotel Partners

A few words from
our attendees

Gallery

Blast from the past

Schedule Details

Event Schedule

Inspire 2023 Miami Agenda

Monday, Dec 11 – STAGE 1 – Eden Roc 1

 

9:00 am – 1:00 pm: Exhibitor move-in

10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Registration

1:00 PM – 3:00 pm: Special Tours (Sponsored by Travel Curious)

3:30 pm Welcome (Sponsored by Real City Films)

4:00 pm – 7:30 pm: Inspire Hub

 

Sessions:

Evolving Paradigms: Transformations in the Luxury All-Inclusive Segment and Leisure Travel – Bruce Wardinski, Chairman & CEO, Playa Hotels & Resorts

Interview with James Bermingham, CEO, Virgin Hotels

Interview with Raoul Thomas, Founder & CEO, CGI Merchant Group

 

6:30 pm – 7:30 pm: Industry Showcase and Cocktail Hour (Sponsored by Avendra)

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm: President’s Dinner (Sponsored by Jupiter & Company)

Monday, Dec 11 – STAGE 2 – Eden Roc 2

 

9:00 am – 1:00 pm: Exhibitor move-in

10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Registration

5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Closed

6:30 pm – 7:30 pm: Industry Showcase and Cocktail Hour

7:30 pm – 9:30 pm: President’s Dinner (Sponsored by Jupiter & Company)

Tuesday, Dec 12 – STAGE 1 – Eden Roc 1

 

6:45 am (7 am start): President 5km Run

8:00 am – 9:00 am: Breakfast (Sponsored by TableMation)

9:00 am – 5:00 pm: Inspire Hub

9:00 am Welcome

 

Sessions:

World Hotels: Adapting to the evolving preferences of luxury travelers as the brand expands – Ron Pohl, President, World Hotels (sponsored by World Hotels)

Interview with Amanda Elder, CCO, Kempinski

Interview with Walter Isenberg, CEO, Sage Hospitality

 

10:45 am – 11:15 am Networking break

 

AI & Security: What you need to know (Sponsored by WorldVue)

The Power of Wellness and Mindfulness in Luxury Hospitality (sponsored by Simmons)

 

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch (Sponsored by Tock)

 

Interview with Raul Leal, CEO, SH Hotels & Resorts

Facing the Future: Hospitality Leaders on Shifting Travel Trends, Opportunities and Next Gen Guests

Understanding the Capital Minds Behind Luxury Hotel Ownership

Adaptive Strategies in Luxury Hotel Deals & Development: Navigating Complexity for Success 

 

3:30 pm – 4:00 pm Coffee & Networking Break

 

Adapting to Workforce Challenges with Innovative Strategies (sponsored by Encore)

The Power of Branding & Lifestyle – Lucia Penrod, CEO, Nikki Beach

Strategies for Maximizing Diversity and Securing Access to Capital – Don Peebles, Chairman & CEO, Peebles Corporation

 

5:45 pm – 6:00 pm Close

6:00 pm – 6:30 pm Board Meeting

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm INSPIRE After Dark: A Luxe Reception by the Sea (Sponsored by SSB Hospitality & Encore)

Tuesday, Dec 12 – STAGE 2 – Eden Roc 2

 

6:45 am (7 am start): President 5km Run

8:00 am – 9:00 am Breakfast (Sponsored by TableMation)

9:00 am – 5:00 pm Inspire Hub

 

Sessions:

Luxury Hotel Industry State of the Union, Dan Lesser, Co-Founder, President, CEO, LW Hospitality Advisors

Interview with Martin Smith, General Manager, Eden Roc (Sponsored by Resort Pass)

Interview with Rika Lisslo, Hospitality Strategy & Development, Hyatt Hotels Corporation

 

10:45 am – 11:15 am Networking break

 

The Art of Tea (Sponsored by The Art of Tea)

Realizing your F&B’s Full Potential: Trends, Challenges and Innovation for the Year Ahead. Are You Prepared? Decisions During Disasters & Disruptions(Sponsored by Avendra) 

 

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch (Sponsored by Tock)

 

The Future of Resort Fees (Sponsored by UrVenue) Can Sustainability & Profitability Co-Exist?
 

Discovery Workshop (Sponsored by Heartland / Sponsored by Jupiter)

FIU and ILHA East Coast Chapter present study on Technology Preferences across Generations of Luxury Hotel Guests

 

3:30 pm – 4:00 pm Coffee & Networking Break

 

Guest Experience & Personalization (Sponsored by Bodhi)

The Future of Business Travel: How do Hotels Need to Adapt? (Sponsored by Crestron)

Elevating the Travel Experience (Sponsored by Travel Curious)

Identifying Investment Opportunities in Luxury

Smart Hotel Design: Exploring Emerging Trends and Next Gen Guests

 

6:00 pm – 6:30 pm Board Meeting

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm INSPIRE After Dark: A Luxe Reception by the Sea (Sponsored by SSB Hospitality & Encore)

Note: Timing may be subject to change based on the event’s needs.

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General Admission
In-Person Passes

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Access to all in-person content & programming
  • Preferred hotel rate room block (until full)
  • Lunch, refreshments & INSPIRE Reception
  • INSPIRE Networking HUB
  • Vendor Showcase

We understand life happens. You can transfer your INSPIRE pass to someone at any time prior to the event. You can get a full refund on your pass until June 1, 2023. After June 1, 2023, we will only provide a refund if you request a refund within 24 hours of purchase before September 1, 2023.

Yes, get 20% off when you buy 4 or more tickets.

This is the perfect platform to promote your brand and network with potential clients who are actively seeking solutions to improve their guest experience and enhance their operations. Contact us today to become a sponsor.

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