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19-21 September 2022
Madinat Jumeirah Dubai
2022 Agenda
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Monday 19 September
10:00 - 11:00
Registration Opens
10:00 - 12:00
Experiences
World’s Largest Vertical Farm – Site Visit
11:00 - 11:05
Summit Main Stage
GRIF
Official Welcome
James Hacon
Chief Marketing Officer, MAPAL Group
11:05 - 11:35
Summit Main Stage
GRIF
Hotel F&B: Thinking Beyond Concepts
Moderator
Dan Clayton
Director of Strategy and Insights, KEANE
In conversation with
Emma Banks
Vice President, F&B Strategy & Development EMEA, Hilton
Lloyd Carter
Director of Restaurant and Bar Design and Partnerships, IHG
11:35 - 11:55
Summit Main Stage
GRIF
Accelerating Entrepreneurial Brand Growth
Moderator
Irina Orlandini
Founder & CEO, Spaecial
In conversation with
Fay Economides
Founder, Mythos
Roaya Saleh
President & Founder, RS Management WLL
11:55 - 12:10
Summit Main Stage
GRIF
Successfully Growing & Localising A Global Brand
Moderator
Petra B Spanko
Regional Director, Katch International
In conversation with
Annick Van Overstraeten
Chief Executive Officer, Le Pain Quotidien
12:10 - 12:40
Summit Main Stage
GRIF
Winning With A Multi-Brand Portfolio
Moderator
David Singleton
Founder, ōrāculī
In conversation with
Edward Devenport
Chief Executive Officer, Incipio Group
Pauline Ibrahim
Chief Financial Officer, Blackspoon
12:40 - 13:05
Summit Main Stage
GRIF
How Important Are Awards To Success Of Aspirational & Destination Dining?
Moderator
Claudia de Brito
Freelance Journalist & Academy Chair, World's 50 Best Restaurants
In conversation with
Nicolas Budzynski
Global Operations Director, LPM Restaurant & Bar
Panchali Mahendra
Managing Director, Atelier House Hospitality
13:05 - 13:10
Summit Main Stage
GRIF
Restaurant Franchise Of The Year Award
13:10 - 13:40
Networking Lunch
13:30 - 16:00
Creativity Stage
AHIF Marketspace
13:40 - 14:05
Summit Main Stage
GRIF
Embracing Responsible Consumerism
Moderator
Hilari Voorthuis
Food & Beverage Manager, India, Middle East, Africa & Turkey, Accor
In conversation with
Michael Ingemann
Chairman, Nordic Harvest, Non-Executive Director; I am Doner
14:05 - 14:35
Summit Main Stage
GRIF
Does Food Delivery Really Have A Sustainable Future?
Moderator
Mohamed Al Fayed
Chief Executive Officer, GrubTech
In conversation with
Hayder Al Nashie
Chief Executive Officer, Dash Hospitality
Andy Holman
Chief Executive Officer, Eathos
Ian Ohan
Founder & CEO, KRUSH Brands and Locale.ae
14:35 - 15:05
Summit Main Stage
GRIF
Will Restaurants Continue To Be An Attractive Investment Proposition?
Moderator
Olga Lapanovich
Director, Atelier EPJ
In conversation with
Ramzy Abdul Majeed
Chairman & CEO, Big On Hospitality
H. Ashton Crosby
Managing Director, Capdesia
Craig Rachel
Director - M&A, AlixPartners
15:05 - 15:25
Summit Main Stage
GRIF
The Future Of Food Halls
Moderator
Sarah Jane Grant
Director, LXA
In conversation with
Peter Bruun
COO & CEXO, Boxooo International Ltd
15:25 - 15:45
Summit Main Stage
GRIF
Knowing When To Bring In The Right Help To Grow
Moderator
Mark Stretton
Managing Director, Fleet Street Communications
In conversation with
Bassam Elia
Co-Founder, Chopstix
Menashe Sadik
Co-Founder, Chopstix
15:30 - 16:00
Networking Coffee Break
16:00 - 18:00
Future Stage
GRIF
Workshop: How To Build A Successful Hospitality Franchising Business
“Best Financial And Business Models, Market Trends, Benefits And Risks“
Babette Marzheuser-Wood
Global Head of Franchise Group, Dentons Europe
16:30 - 18:00
Summit Main Stage
Sustainable Hospitality Challenge
The Sustainable Hospitality Challenge - "Remote"
The SHC has challenged students from over 40 leading international hotel schools to address a real-life case study and this year's challenge is titled "Remote" - Neom is a city attempting to do what has never been done before, with a vision of what a new future might look like. Located in the Tabuk Province of northwestern Saudi Arabia, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be a part of building a new model of sustainable living, working and prospering. The finalists of this year's long challenge will pitch their innovative ideas to a prominent jury of senior industry leaders with the finalists being acknowledged on stage on 20th September.
Tim Cordon
Area Senior Vice President Middle East & Africa, Radisson Hotel Group
Marc Descrozaille
Chief Operating Officer - IMEA , Accor
Marloes Knippenberg
Chief Executive Officer, Kerten Hospitality
Dimitris Manikis
President EMEA, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Haitham Mattar
Managing Director, India, Middle East & Africa, IHG Hotels & Resorts , Special Advisor, UNWTO
Wolfgang Neumann
Chairman, Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, Hotel School The Hague
Chris Newman
Executive Director - Hotel Development , Neom
Jochem-Jan Sleiffer
President Middle East, Africa & Türkiye , Hilton
Sandeep Walia
Chief Operations Officer, Marriott International
17:00 - 18:00
Experiences
Jumeirah Al Naseem Turtle Lagoon – Site Visit
17:00 - 18:30
Experiences
Moonlit Monologues At The Mina A'Salam
By invitation only
Gaurav Sinha
Chief Executive Officer, Insignia Worldwide
18:30 - 21:00
FHS
Opening Reception At The Jumeirah Mina A'Salam, Hosted By Jumeirah
We are thrilled to welcome you back once again to Madinat Jumeirah where the first hotel investment conference was held almost two decades ago. For the Opening Reception, we will take you on a curated food and beverage journey designed by Jumeirah's award-winning chefs that showcases the Arabian hospitality Jumeirah is well-known for.
Tuesday 20 September
09:00 - 09:10
Summit Main Stage
FHS
Welcome To The Future Hospitality Summit
Jonathan Worsley
Chairman & CEO, the bench
Gemma Greenwood
Director, Content Inc
09:10 - 09:40
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
Mapping Out The Future Of Tourism
Moderator
Gemma Greenwood
Director, Content Inc
In conversation with
Issam AbdulRahim Kazim
Chief Executive Officer, Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing
José Silva
Chief Executive Officer, Jumeirah Group Hotels & Resorts
09:30 - 11:00
Future Stage
FHS
The Knight Frank Investors Briefing
The Project Lifecycle Of Hotel Investment And How To Avoid Challenges Facing Owners By invitation only
Harmen De Jong
Partner – KSA Real Estate Strategy & Consulting, Knight Frank
Shehzad Jamal
Partner StratCon – Healthcare | Education | Real Estate, Knight Frank
Daniel Pugh
Partner - Head of Hospitality Valuation & Advisory, Knight Frank
Turab Saleem
Partner - Head of Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure Advisory – MENA, Knight Frank
Ben Walker
Partner - Head of Project & Building Consultancy, Knight Frank
09:40 - 10:10
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
From War, ESG, Supply Chain Chaos To Food Security - How Do Leaders Manage This Challenge & Will Dubai Keep Its Crown?
Pat Thaker
Editorial Director, Middle East & Africa, The Economist Intelligence Unit
10:10 - 10:30
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
It Was The Worst Of Times, It Was The Best Of Times – But Where To Now?
Robin Rossmann
Managing Director, STR
10:30 - 11:00
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
The Global Development Leaders & Their Attitude To Risk
Agnès Roquefort
Global Chief Development Officer, Accor
Elie Younes
Chief Development Officer, Radisson Hotel Group
11:00 - 11:20
Networking Coffee Break
11:20 - 11:50
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
The Challenges & Opportunities From Asian Hospitality Giants - From Global Expansion, Supply Crunch, Inflation To Sustainability
Moderator
David Keen
Founder & CEO, QUO Global, Co-Founder, KUBE Ventures
In conversation with
Puneet Chhatwal
MD & CEO, Indian Hotels Company Limited
Dillip Rajakarier
Chief Executive Officer, Minor Hotels
11:30 - 13:00
Creativity Stage
FHS
The EIU Workshop - Your Questions Answered From Those Challenges Facing The Private Sector From ESG, Inflation, Supply Chain Chaos To Localisation
Pat Thaker
Editorial Director, Middle East & Africa, The Economist Intelligence Unit
11:30 - 12:00
Future Stage
FHS
How To Build Investable Startups And Recognizing Where Disruption Is Needed In Legacy Hospitality Groups
Obediah Ayton
Managing Partner, Synaptech Capital
Frederico Fernandes
Managing Director GCC, Vports
11:50 - 12:20
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
Integrated Resorts & Their Impact On The Economy
Moderator
James Wrenn
Head of Hotel Asset Management, Colliers MENA
In conversation with
Abdullah AlAbdouli
Chief Executive Officer, Marjan
Chris Gordon
President, Wynn Development
Alison Grinnell
Chief Executive Officer, RAK Hospitality Holding LLC
12:20 - 12:50
Summit Main Stage
FHS
The Impact of Development Banks On Emerging Tourism Markets
12:50 - 13:30
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
The Evolving World Of Finance
Moderator
Amit Nayak, CHA
Vice President, HAMA MEA
In conversation with
Khalid Anib
Chief Executive Officer, Abu Dhabi National Hotels
Kapil Jobanputra
Head, Commercial Real Estate, AME, Standard Chartered Bank
Zain Qureshi
Chief Executive Officer, Advice Re Capital
Vijay Raghavan
Director, Golden Sands Hotel Co. LLC.
13:30 - 14:15
Networking Lunch
14:15 - 14:50
Innovation Stage
FHS
The Better Hotel Investment? Why Budget Lifestyle Hotels Are The Future
Patrick Antaki
Chief Operating Officer, Hospitality Management Holding (HMH)
Markus Lehnert
SVP International Hotel Development EMEA, Marriott International, Inc.
Marie-Noële Schwartzmann
Chief Development Officer, Deutsche Hospitality
14:15 - 14:45
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
Innovations Driving The Cost Challenges Of Responsible Procurement & Sourcing
Moderator
Richard Dean
Director, Roar Interior Design, Presenter, Dubai Eye Radio
In conversation with
Emma Banks
Vice President, F&B Strategy & Development EMEA, Hilton
Atul Chopra
Founder & CEO, Fresh On Table DWC LLC
Brett Whitfield
Senior Vice President & Head of Global Procurement, Jumeirah Group
14:15 - 15:00
Future Stage
FHS
A Game Changer For The Industry! The Future Of Education In The Metaverse
Jeroen Greven
Managing Director, The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management
Adnan Sawadi
Chief Executive Officer, Institute of Transformational Development & Knowingo
14:45 - 15:00
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
Sustainable Design: What Are The Designers Dreaming-up?
Tim Peck
Chairman, OBMI
14:50 - 15:20
Innovation Stage
FHS
The Rise Of Experiential Eco-Lodging In The Middle East
Moderator
Gemma Greenwood
Director, Content Inc
In conversation with
Noelle Homsy
Co-Founder, ENVI Lodges
Marloes Knippenberg
Chief Executive Officer, Kerten Hospitality
15:00 - 15:15
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
The Future Of Green Infrastructure & How It Will Transition To The Future Of Hospitality
Alaa Abusiam
Chief Executive Officer, Egis, Middle East
15:15 - 15:50
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
Data Driven Sustainable Investments & Regulations Driving Change - From Green Washing To Science Based Benchmarks
Moderator
Morgan Tuckness
LEED-AP Design & Architecture, NEOM Hotel Development
In conversation with
Xander Bueno
Owner , Treating Life Well
Dr. Shamir Ghumra
Head of Building Performance Services, BRE
Ufi Ibrahim
Founder & CEO, Energy and Environment Alliance (EEA)
15:20 - 15:50
Innovation Stage
FHS
Third-Party Management On The Rise: What Hotel Owners Should Consider
Moderator
Alexander Suski
Acting Chief Executive Officer, Ishraq Hospitality
In conversation with
Hala Matar Choufany
President- Middle East, Africa and South Asia, HVS
Jad Shamseddin
Chief Operating Officer, Aleph Hospitality
15:50 - 16:10
Networking Coffee Break
16:00 - 17:30
Future Stage
FHS
How Will You 'Lead The Change'?
Special Open Mic Sessions. This is a unique opportunity to address FHS delegates, and present innovations, strategic leadership or sustainable practices. Open to registered delegates only!
16:10 - 16:40
Innovation Stage
FHS
Innovative Franchise Models. Equity Participation And Manchise
Babette Marzheuser-Wood
Global Head of Franchise Group, Dentons Europe
16:10 - 16:25
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
Accelerating Sustainable Development & Operations In The Hospitality Sector
Haitham Mattar
Managing Director, India, Middle East & Africa, IHG Hotels & Resorts , Special Advisor, UNWTO
16:25 - 16:40
Summit Main Stage
Sustainable Hospitality Challenge
Sustainable Hospitality Challenge - Winner Presentation & Award Giving
Paul Griep
Founder Sustainable Hospitality Challenge; Director Industry Relations, Hotelschool the Hague
Marloes Knippenberg
Chief Executive Officer, Kerten Hospitality
16:30 - 17:30
Creativity Stage
FHS
Round Table Discussion
Ufi Ibrahim
Founder & CEO, Energy and Environment Alliance (EEA)
Xander Bueno
Owner , Treating Life Well
Dr. Shamir Ghumra
Head of Building Performance Services, BRE
16:40 - 17:10
Innovation Stage
FHS
Overcoming The Challenge Of Supply Chain Management In The Hospitality Industry
Thomas B. Meier
Chief Operating Officer, Jumeirah Group
Rachel Willacy
Regional Head of Procurement, Compass Project Consulting
16:40 - 17:20
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
A Discussion With Industry CEO's
Moderator
Wolfgang Neumann
Chairman, Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, Hotel School The Hague
Moderator
Son-Trang Nguyen
Young Leader, QUO Global
In conversation with
Guy Hutchinson
President & CEO, Rotana
Chris Newman
Executive Director - Hotel Development , Neom
Jochem-Jan Sleiffer
President Middle East, Africa & Türkiye , Hilton
Sandeep Walia
Chief Operations Officer, Marriott International
17:10 - 17:45
Innovation Stage
FHS
Can Hospitality Become The Change Agent For Humanity?
Anne Biging
CEO & Founder, Healing Hotels of the World
17:20 - 17:45
Summit Main Stage
FHS
Learnings A Year On - Entrepreneurs Speak Frankly Of Their Challenges & What They Would Do Differently
Jalil Mekouar
Founder & CEO, inHovate Solutions
Chris Nader
Co-Founder, ENVI Lodges
Fuad Sajdi
Co-Founder & CEO, Toggle Market
17:45 - 18:15
Summit Main Stage
GRIF
And To Close The Day….The Story Of Transformation & Rebirth Of A Global Brand
James Hacon
Chief Marketing Officer, MAPAL Group
Alan Laughlin
Chief Executive Officer, Vapiano
18:15 - 18:20
Summit Main Stage
FHS
Closing Remarks
18:30 - 21:30
FHS
Networking Reception At Address Fountain Views On The Terrace Hosted By Emaar
A trilogy of luxury skyscrapers gracing Downtown Dubai’s spectacular skyline, Address Fountain Views is a premium entertainment gateway that offers limitless access to superlative luxury, uplifting leisure and the world’s most remarkable retail. We look forward to welcoming FHS guests to showcase our luxury hospitality.
Wednesday 21 September
07:00 - 08:00
Experiences
Group Fitness Class
07:00 - 08:00
Experiences
Yoga Class
09:00 - 09:05
Summit Main Stage
FHS
Welcome Back
09:05 - 09:30
Summit Main Stage
FHS
Turbulent Times For Tourism And The Aviation Sector
Moderator
Nicholas Wyatt
Head of R&A, Travel & Tourism, Global Data
In conversation with
Kashif Khalid
Regional Director - Middle East & Africa, IATA
09:10 - 09:45
Innovation Stage
FHS
A Gloves-off Conversation Exposing The Disconnect Between Owner, Operator & What Guests Actually Want
Moderator
Scott Antel
Owner/Founder, Scotts FZ
In conversation with
Maher Abou Nasr
Vice President, Operations - KSA, IHG Hotels & Resorts
Anil Bhardwaj
Director, A. A. Almoosa Enterprises LLC
Tatiana Weller
Managing Director, Stirling Hospitality Advisors
09:30 - 10:10
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
Destinations 'Leading The Change'
Moderator
Turab Saleem
Partner - Head of Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure Advisory – MENA, Knight Frank
In conversation with
Imad Barrakad
Chief Executive Officer, Moroccan Agency for Tourism Development – SMIT
Raki Phillips
Chief Executive Officer, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority
09:30 - 11:00
Future Stage
FHS
The Startup Den: Business Startups That Are Transforming The Industry
Mark Aitchison
Founder & CEO, EightClouds
Obediah Ayton
Managing Partner, Synaptech Capital
Frederico Fernandes
Managing Director GCC, Vports
Antoine Medawar
Founder, ExporeTECH.io
09:45 - 09:55
Innovation Stage
FHS
Overview Of Current Climate On Deals In Africa
Engy Naguib
Senior Engagement Manager, Public Sector and Tourism MEA, Euromonitor International
09:55 - 10:30
Innovation Stage
FHS
Investment Opportunities - Development Bright Spots In Africa
Moderator
Matthew Weihs
Managing Director, the Bench
In conversation with
Olivier Granet
Managing Partner & Chief Executive Officer, Kasada Capital Management
Jameel Verjee
Founder & CEO, CityBlue Hotels (a member of The Diar Group)
10:10 - 10:30
Summit Main Stage
FHS
World Cup Briefing - A Transformational Global Event
10:30 - 11:00
Innovation Stage
FHS
Middle East Hotel Development Picks Up The Pace - What Is Hot At The Moment?
Carlos Khneisser
Vice President Development Middle East & Africa, Hilton
Elie Milky
Vice President Development, Radisson Hotel Group
Laure Morvan
Chief Development Officer India, Middle East, Africa & Turkey, Accor Hotels Middle East & Africa FZ-LLC
10:30 - 11:00
Networking Coffee Break
11:00 - 11:25
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
Interview With A Saudi Arabian Leader
Moderator
Christopher Lund
Executive Director, Head of Hotels MENA, Colliers
In conversation with
Hassan Ahdab
President of Hotels Operations, Dur Hospitality
11:25 - 11:40
Summit Main Stage
AHIC
NEOM Investment Opportunities
Dr. Manar Al Moneef
Chief Investment Officer, NEOM
11:30 - 11:50
Innovation Stage
FHS
Exploring The MetaVerse And Going Digital
Gauthier Guillaume
Founder, CEO & Creative Director, GG&Grace International
11:40 - 12:10
Summit Main Stage
FHS
Exploring The Future Of Hospitality
Moderator
Ali Manzoor
Head of Hospitality, Hotels & Tourism, CBRE Middle East
In conversation with
Louis Abboud
Deputy Head of Middle East, Africa and Turkey, Ennismore
11:50 - 12:30
Innovation Stage
FHS
Elevating The Role Of Hospitality Tech In Driving Operational Efficiency Post Recovery
Olivier Hennion
Managing Director, IT Hospitality Group
12:10 - 12:20
Summit Main Stage
FHS
The Great Resignation Or Confirmed Desperation? A Keynote On How The Hospitality Industry Can Survive The Talent Crisis
Aradhana Khowala
CEO & Founder, Aptamind Partners and Chair of the Global Advisory Board, The Red Sea Company, Aptamind Partners, CEO & Founder
12:20 - 13:00
Summit Main Stage
FHS
It All Starts With One Person - What Are Some Radical Hospitality Industry Initiatives Driving Diversity & Inclusion That We Should All Be Championing?
Moderator
Michael Levie
Co-Founder, KUBE Ventures & CitizenM
In conversation with
Elham Bolooki
Experiential Learning Manager & Senior Instructor, Dubai College of Tourism
Ellen Dubois du Bellay
Chief Human Resources Officer, Jumeirah Group
Hafsa Qadeer
CEO & Founder, iminclusive
Assia Riccio
Founder & CEO, Evolvin' Women
12:30 - 13:00
Innovation Stage
FHS
How Hotel Developers Battle Rising Construction Costs?
13:00 - 13:15
Summit Main Stage
FHS
Lead The Change - Winner Presentation & Award Giving
Lifetime Achievement Award - Winner Presentation & Award Giving Young Leader Award
13:00 - 13:30
Innovation Stage
FHS
Evolution In Developing And Retaining Leaders Of Tomorrow
Nivesh Bhagtani
Founder, Young Hotelier Network
13:15 - 13:30
Summit Main Stage
FHS
Closing Remarks
Jonathan Worsley
Chairman & CEO, the bench
13:30 - 14:30
Networking Lunch & End Of Conference
14:00 - 16:00
Innovation Stage
FHS
Student Leadership Workshop
Elham Bolooki
Experiential Learning Manager & Senior Instructor, Dubai College of Tourism
Michael Levie
Co-Founder, KUBE Ventures & CitizenM
José Silva
Chief Executive Officer, Jumeirah Group Hotels & Resorts
Jochem-Jan Sleiffer
President Middle East, Africa & Türkiye , Hilton