Future Hospitality Summit

With an unparalleled lineup of global hospitality leaders taking the stage every year, FHS promises to provide valuable insights and the latest industry knowledge through panel talks and round-table discussions with experts.

H.E. Mohamed Ali Rashed Alabbar

Founder & Managing Director of Emaar Properties

Founder & Director of Noon.com; Chairman of Eagle Hills; Chairman of Americana Group

HE Dr. Ghada Shalaby

Vice Minister

Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities of Egypt

His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri

Minister of Economy

UAE

Gloria Guevara Manzo

Chief Special Advisor

Ministry of Tourism - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Khalid Saud Abu Haimed

Chief Executive Officer

Al Khozama Investments

HH Prince Bandar Bin Saud Bin Khalid Al Saud

Secretary General

King Faisal Foundation (KFF)

Eng. Ahmed Bin Wasl Al Juhani

Chief Executive Officer

Rua Al Madinah Holding

Sébastien Bazin

Group Chairman & CEO

Accor

Stephen Sackur

Presenter

HARDTalk

Andrew Gilmour

Principal Economist

The Economist Group

News and Insights

With an international media frenzy, FHS takes center stage as the ultimate platform for the industry's hottest deal signings and groundbreaking announcements. Global hospitality leaders use the digital FHS platform to share invaluable industry intelligence.

Latest Podcasts

Episode 52: Desdemona (Desi), Humanoid Robot, Lead Vocalist of the Desdemona Dream Band

Join humanoid robot pop artist Desdemona on the FHS podcast as she explores AI's transformative role in hospitality. Discover how robotics enhances guest experiences with a personal touch and ethical AI integration. Tune in for insights on AI's future in the industry.

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Episode 51: Daniel Morgan, Partner, TGP International

In this episode of the FHS Podcast, Jennifer Pettinger-Haines talks with Daniel Morgan about transforming Riyadh's underutilized spaces into the vibrant Al Mamlaka food hall. They discuss the design challenges, vendor selection, and the hall's impact on the local dining scene.

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Episode 50: Ada Renedo, Regional CEO, ME, Together Group; Martin Raymond and Christopher Sanderson, Co-Founders of The Future Laboratory

Discover the future of Saudi Arabia's luxury market in this FHS podcast episode, where experts discuss shifting consumer trends, the rise of homegrown brands, and government initiatives shaping the F&B industry.

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Episode 49: Hala Matar Choufany, President, Middle East, Africa & South Asia, HVS

Explore the transformative growth of tourism in Saudi Arabia with Hala Mata Choufany and Rosanna Chopra, focusing on Vision 2030's impact, the role of women in the industry, and the integration of cultural authenticity in luxury tourism. Discover how Saudi is shaping a sustainable and inclusive future in global tourism.

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