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Eden Roc Miami Beach Resort
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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Schedule Details
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)
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)
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)
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
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch (Sponsored by Tock)
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
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.
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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