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AGENDA FROM THE LODGING CONFERENCE 2022
We are currently crafting our agenda for 2023, but for reference purposes our 2022 agenda is listed below.
For program information, please contact Linda Chelmow, linda@lodgingconference.com


View By Day: Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday
6:00 AM
Hiking
Sponsored by
myDigitalOffice
8:00 AM
Pickleball
Sponsored by
Actabl
Hotel Equities
Skyblue Pickleball
The Product Source
8:00 AM
Golf Tournament @ Wildfire Golf Club, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Spa
Sponsored by
Sandman Savrann PLLC
12:00 PM - 9:00
Conference Check-In
12:00 PM - 6:00
Twenty6 Lounge
Sponsored by
Actabl
2:30 PM - 3:30
Deals, Development, M&A
Moderator:
Jeff Weinstein, Editor-in-Chief, HOTELS Magazine
Panelists:
Chris Devine, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Investment Officer, Pyramid Global Hospitality
Chip Ohlsson, EVP & Chief Development Officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Mark Purcell, SVP Development, North & Central America, Accor
Brian Quinn, Chief Development Officer, Sonesta
Julienne Smith, Chief Development Officer, The Americas, IHG Hotels & Resorts
3:30 PM - 4:30
AHLA ForWard: Women Advancing Hospitality
Recognizing women of the hospitality industry and championing the next generation of leaders.
Sponsored by
AHLA ForWard
DIRECTV Hospitality
Moderator:
Ama Romaine, Global General Counsel Real Estate Asset Management, Blackstone
Chair, ForWard Advisory Committee
Panelists:
Helen W. Jorgensen, LEED®AP, Vice President, Design and Procurement, Host Hotels & Resorts
Jagruti Panwala, President and CEO, Wealth Protection Strategies
Venus Williams, Founder + Owner, V Starr
4:30 PM - 6:00
Open Bar Happy Hour
Sponsored by
Cooper Carry
Extended Stay America
6:00 PM - 9:30
Cocktail Party | Dinner
Sponsored by
Choice Hotels International
Encore
EXP

View By Day: Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday
6:45 AM - 8:00
Breakfast
Sponsored by
Grazzy
HALL Structured Finance
Valencia Hotel Group
7:00 AM - 8:00
Yoga
Yoga mats will be provided and all levels are welcome.
Sponsored by
Women Own the Room
by Wyndham
7:00 AM - 6:00
Twenty6 Lounge
Sponsored by
Actabl
7:00 AM - 9:00
Conference Registration | Name Badge Pickup
8:00 AM - 8:15
Welcome
Harry Javer, Founder and Producer, The Lodging Conference
President, The Conference Bureau, Inc.
8:15 AM - 8:30
Speed Stats Part I
Presented by:
Vail Ross, SVP, Sales & Marketing, STR
Rachael Rothman, CFA, Head of Hotels Research & Data Analytics, CBRE Hotels
Kasia M. Russell, MAI, Managing Director, Senior Partner - Western U.S., HVS
8:30 AM - 8:50
Economic Outlook
Presented by:
Bernard Baumohl, Chief Global Economist, The Economic Outlook Group, LLC
8:50 AM - 9:00
The Castell Award, An AHLA Foundation Project
Recognizing a Woman Leader in the Hospitality Investment Arena
Presented by:
Peggy Berg, Founder, Castell: An AHLA Foundation Project
Chip Rogers, President & CEO, AHLA
Recipient:
Leslie D. Hale, President & CEO, RLJ Lodging Trust
9:00 AM - 9:15
Speed Stats Part II
Presented by:
JP Ford, ISHC, SVP, Director of Global Business Development, Lodging Econometrics
Michael Grove, Chief Operating Officer, HotStats
Mark V. Lomanno, Partner & Senior Advisor, Kalibri Labs
Rob Ryan, President & COO, Actabl
9:15 AM - 9:20
AHLA Update
Presented by:
Chip Rogers, President & CEO, AHLA
9:20 AM - 10:15
GENERAL SESSION
A View from the Top
Sponsored by
Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Moderator:
Chip Rogers, President & CEO, AHLA
Panelists:
Arash Azarbarzin, CEO, Highgate
Michael J. Deitemeyer, President & CEO, Aimbridge Hospitality
Greg Juceam, President & CEO, Extended Stay America
Justin Knight, CEO, Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc.
Gilda Perez-Alvarado, Global CEO, JLL Hotels & Hospitality
Mit Shah, CEO, Noble Investment Group
10:15 AM - 11:15
Refreshment Break
$1,000 cash drawing – Must be present to win.
Sponsored by
Land-Ron
Marriott International
Western Alliance Bank
11:15 AM - 12:15
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
T-1   The Next Phase of Hotel Investing
After two years of chaos, what does the hotel landscape look like going into 2023? Join us for a review of asset classes, acquisition strategies and recent challenges.
Moderator:
Stacy Silver, President, Silver Hospitality Group
Panelists:
Mat Crosswy, President, Stonehill
Jeff Dauray, Co-Chief Investment Officer, RLJ Lodging Trust
Clint Hodges, Managing Director, Hospitality Investment Advisory, Hodges Ward Elliott
Thomas C. Morey, EVP & Chief Investment Officer, Park Hotels & Resorts
Parth Patel, Vice President of Investments, Hawkeye Hotels
T-2   Post-Pandemic: The Owner and Brand Relationship
Today’s sophisticated hotel owner expects their franchisor to provide ongoing collaboration, communication, support and innovation to optimize asset performance. The panel discusses the current relationship between franchisors and hotel owners and if expectations are being met.
Moderator:
Jagruti Panwala, President and CEO, Wealth Protection Strategies
Panelists:
Vamsi Bonthala, Chief Executive Officer, Arbor Lodging Partners
Ben Cary, Vice President, Development, Accor
Plato Ghinos, President, Shaner Group
Michael Morton, Vice President, Brand Management, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts
Ben Seidel, President & CEO, Real Hospitality Group
T-3   New Construction: A Blueprint to Meet Today’s Challenges
Supply chain volatility, spiking material costs, workforce shortages, the focus on net zero buildings, cost-control measures, financing and profit margins…find out about short and long-term solutions for overcoming the many challenges that impact hotel construction.
Moderator:
Jeff Weinstein, Editor-in-Chief, HOTELS Magazine
Panelists:
Gary Badge, Managing Principal, FK Architecture
John Boettger, Managing Director, Westmont Hospitality Group
Philip Colón, Senior Director of Development, Marriott International
Keith Mack, Vice President of Development, CIM Group
T-4   Strategic Alliances, Joint Venture Partnerships, Mergers and Acquisitions
During the past 18 months, we have seen a plethora of JV and M&A activity. What will the next year look like and how will it affect the industry?
Moderator:
Russell C. Savrann, Partner, Sandman Savrann PLLC
Panelists:
David Duncan, President/CEO, First Hospitality
Linzey Erickson, President, Chief Legal Officer, Legendary Capital
James Francque, Global Head of Transactions, Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Brad Rahinsky, President & CEO, Hotel Equities
T-5   2023: What the Hot New Data Reveals
Presented by:
JP Ford, ISHC, SVP, Director of Global Business Development, Lodging Econometrics
Vail Ross, SVP, Sales & Marketing, STR
Rachael Rothman, CFA, Head of Hotels Research & Data Analytics, CBRE Hotels
Kasia M. Russell, MAI, Managing Director, Senior Partner - Western U.S., HVS
12:30 PM - 1:30
HotelPAC Luncheon
AHLA members only. Registration required - contact Leann Paradise at lparadise@ahla.com.
12:15 PM - 2:00
Lunch
Sponsored by
Access Point Financial
CBRE Hotels
1:00 PM - 1:10
NEWH BrandED Scholarship Presentation
Presented by:
Trisha Poole, IIDA, President, Design Poole
Lisa Sexton, Regional Vice President, Full Service Hotel Development, Marriott International
Recipient:
Erica Harden, Senior Hospitality and Tourism Administration Student, North Carolina Central University, Durham, North Carolina
2:00 PM - 3:00
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
T-6   Pulse of the Industry: Up-To-Date Trends You Need to Know
Find out the latest data on labor recovery, hotel guest experiences across various segments, commercial vs. leisure travel room night demand and more.
Panelists:
Adam Glickman, Vice President, Strategic Marketing, Actabl
Michael Grove, Chief Operating Officer, HotStats
Mark V. Lomanno, Partner & Senior Advisor, Kalibri Labs
Andrea Stokes, Practice Lead, Hospitality, J.D. Power
T-7   Post-Pandemic: Owners, Management Companies and Asset Managers Working Better Together
How involved are you in property-level decisions? How closely aligned are your interests as an owner with the interests of the management company to maximize hotel performance? The panel discusses the evolving owner-3rd party management relationship.
Moderator:
CJ Arlotta, Managing Member, CJ Media Solutions, LLC
Panelists:
Michael R. Evans, President, Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Edward T. Hoganson, CFO and Chief Investment Officer, Crestline Hotels & Resorts
John W. Houghtaling II, Managing Partner, GMH Insurance Claim Management
Shawn Kvernen, Chief Operating Officer, Terrapin Hospitality
Michelle S. Russo, CHAM, MAI, CHA, CEO & Founder, HotelAVE
T-8   Hotel Finance Trends: Get Your Transaction Over the Finish Line
Acquisition and refinance…What kind of financing is available and how do you get it? Find out about long-term trends, current financing options and challenges facing lenders, owners, investors and developers as the panel discusses what you need to know about securing the funds you need to get the deal done.
Moderator:
Mark J. Gerstein, Senior Advisor, McKinsey & Company
Panelists:
Scott Andrews, Division Executive: Hotel Franchise Finance and Gaming, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A
Chris DiBenedetto, Vice President, Lodging Development, Marriott International
Brian Holstein, Principal, US Hotel Advisors
Mehul Patel, Managing Partner, CEO, NewcrestImage
T-9   Hotel Design Trends for 2023
Planning a new build or renovation? Stay ahead of the curve with an introduction to some of the most innovative hotel concepts to deliver bottom line results and unique guest experiences.
Moderator:
Christina Trauthwein, VP, Content & Creative, Hotel Business | InspireDesign
Panelists:
T.Jack Bagby, Principal, Cooper Carry
Rafael Berkowitz, Creative Director New York Studio, Campbell House
Scott Brown, NCARB, Principal Architect | Operations, DesignCell Architecture
Christina Flannery, Director, Capital Project Management, Park Hotels & Resorts
Stacy Garcia, CEO & Founder, Stacy Garcia Inc.
T-10   Finding the Most Profitable Demand: Marketing, Revenue Management and Distribution Channels
Revenue specialists discuss innovative ways to increase sales and boost profitability.
Moderator:
Sean McCracken, News Editor, Hotel News Now
Panelists:
Kimberly Furlong, Chief Commercial Officer, Atrium Hospitality
Sarah Williams, Chief Revenue Officer, InterMountain Management
Cesar Wurm, Vice President Commercial, IHG Hotels & Resorts
3:00 PM - 3:45
Refreshment Break
$1,000 cash drawing – Must be present to win.
Sponsored by
Aimbridge Hospitality
Paramount Capital Advisors
Paramount Lodging Advisors
3:45 PM - 4:45
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
T-11   Market Insights: Short-and Long-Term Investment Outlook
Where are the opportunities? Gateway cities, secondary and tertiary markets…With varying levels of recovery, find out which regions are in the midst of a comeback and which markets are poised to take off in 2023.
Moderator:
Bruce Ford, SVP and Director of Global Business Development, Lodging Econometrics
Panelists:
Abhay Bakaya, Senior Vice President, Development, SH Hotels & Resorts
Damian Gordillo, President/Co-Founder, Marquee Lodging Advisors
Rob Leven, Chief Investment Officer, Procaccianti Companies
Jonathan P. Stanner, President & CEO, Summit Hotel Properties, Inc.
Kevin Urgo, Managing Partner, Urgo Hotels & Resorts
T-12   Private Equity Deals
Gain insight on investment strategies, fundraising momentum and transaction volume.
Moderator:
Tom Corcoran, President/CEO, TCOR Hotel Partners
Panelists:
Jared Melnik, Managing Director, Starwood Capital Group
Bharat Patel, 2022-2023 Vice Chairman, AAHOA
Michael Ritz, Senior Vice President of Investments, Peachtree | Stonehill
Jeff Stulmaker, Partner & Chief Investment Officer, KHP Capital Partners
T-13   Becoming Mainstream: Alternative Lodging
Glamping, vacation rentals, serviced apartments…Find out about the latest investment and development opportunities in this growing non-traditional market space.
Moderator:
Stacy Shoemaker Rauen, SVP, Design Group, Emerald
Editor-in-Chief, Hospitality Design Magazine
Panelists:
Bo Burdette, President & CEO, MGroup
Rick Cunningham, SVP of Development, Margaritaville
Robert Hee, Chief Executive Officer, Canyon Equity LLC
Jim Korroch, President, WaterWalk
Dan McBrearty, Chief Development Officer, Under Canvas Inc.
Paul Novak, Executive Director - Lodging, Whitman Peterson
T-14   Smart Tech
Staff shortages, a push toward sustainability and digitalization of the guest experience have contributed to a greater urgency to invest in the latest tech tools. The panel will help you decide what’s important now, and how to move from outdated to must have solutions.
Moderator:
Michael Blake, Chief Technology Officer, Hospitality Technology Next Generation | The American Hotel & Lodging Association
Panelists:
Ted Hutchins, Chief Information Officer, Red Roof
Keryn McNamara, Senior Vice President, Hotel Technology, Aimbridge Hospitality
Branigan Mulcahy, Co-Founder, Virdee
Kamalesh (KP) Patel, 2022-2023 Secretary, AAHOA
Ken Patel, Chairman/Founder, EV Hotel, EVHG, EV Human, and EV Smart
T-15   Beyond Talking Points: DE&I and ESG
Our panelists are empowering socially responsible and under-represented developers, owners, investors, employees and franchisees. Let’s initiate, collaborate and innovate together.
Moderator:
Jennifer Fugolo, VP of Advancement, AHLA Foundation
Panelists:
Anne Bertsch, Vice President, North America Full Service Development, Marriott International
Rachel Humphrey, Founder, Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance
Klaudia Porebski, GVP, Strategy, Development, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Tracy L. Prigmore, Founder & Managing Partner, TLTsolutions
Stephanie Weiler, Senior Director, ESG Services Group, Alvarez and Marsal
6:00 PM - 9:30
Cocktail Party | Dinner
Sponsored by
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Spa

View By Day: Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday
7:00 AM - 8:00
Yoga
Yoga mats will be provided and all levels are welcome.
Sponsored by
Women Own the Room
by Wyndham
7:00 AM - 6:00
Twenty6 Lounge
Sponsored by
Actabl
7:15 AM - 9:00
Conference Registration | Name Badge Pickup
7:30 AM - 8:50
Breakfast
$1,000 cash drawing – Must be present to win.
Sponsored by
EVEN Hotels
8:50 AM - 9:05
Welcome Back
Harry Javer, Founder and Producer, The Lodging Conference
President, The Conference Bureau, Inc
9:05 AM - 9:50
GENERAL SESSION
From the CEO Perspective
Sponsored by
DIRECTV Hospitality
Moderator:
Rachel Humphrey, Founder, Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance
Panelists:
Joseph Berger, President & CEO, BRE Hotels & Resorts
Laura Lee Blake, President and CEO, AAHOA
Greg Friedman, Managing Principal, Chief Executive Officer, Peachtree Hotel Group
Tyler Morse, Chairman & CEO, MCR | Morse Development
Rob Palleschi, Chief Executive Officer, G6 Hospitality
Keith Pierce, EVP/President of Franchise & Development, Sonesta
10:00 AM - 10:45
GENERAL SESSION
Leaders in Hospitality
Moderator:
Glenn Haussman, Host, No Vacancy podcast
Panelists:
Liam Brown, Group President, United States & Canada, Marriott International
Larry Cuculic, President & CEO, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts
Sloan F. Dean, III, President & CEO, Remington
Michael I. Lipson, Chairman, CEO, Access Point Financial
Neal Patel, 2022-2023 Chairman, AAHOA
10:45 AM - 11:30
Refreshment Break
$1,000 cash drawing – Must be present to win.
Sponsored by
IHG Hotels & Resorts
Legendary Capital
Serta Simmons Hospitality
11:30 AM - 12:30
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
W-1   Value-Add, Opportunistic and Distressed Acquisitions
Unlock value, stabilize under-managed or under-funded hotel assets, take advantage of repositioning opportunities, increase income, and identify exit strategies.
Moderator:
Mark Woodworth, Principal, R.M. Woodworth & Associates
Panelists:
Mary Beth Cutshall, Managing Partner, Amara Capital
Bruce Lowrey, Chief Lending Officer, Access Point Financial
Biran Patel, Senior Vice President/ National Director Hospitality, Marcus & Millichap
Jeff Wagoner, President & CEO, Outrigger Hospitality Group
W-2   Leisure, Corporate and Group Meeting Demand: When Will We Return to Pre-Pandemic Metrics?
Leisure travel continues to be the main demand driver and group reservations are making a comeback but when will we return to pre-pandemic levels? Find out about the headwinds and current projections.
Moderator:
Rachel Humphrey, Founder, Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance
Panelists:
Zach Demuth, Head of Americas Hotel Research, JLL
Gregg Forde, President & Chief Operating Officer, Island Hospitality
Thomas M. Geshay, CEO & President, Davidson Hospitality Group
Betty Wilson, Vice President, Global Accounts, IHG Hotels & Resorts
W-3   Boutique Hotels Revolutionizing the Hotel Industry
As brand collections evolve, boutique hotel owners are taking the lead in setting new standards in design, guest experiences, revenue generators, local ambience and brand identity. Find out about the next great innovations before they go mainstream.
Moderator:
Stacy Shoemaker Rauen, SVP, Design Group, Emerald
Editor-in-Chief, Hospitality Design Magazine
Panelists:
John Keeling, Executive Vice President, Valencia Hotel Group
Robert D. Kline, CEO & Co-Founder, Chartres Lodging Group
David Kuperberg, Chief Development Officer, Dream Hotel Group, LLC
Jenifer Neptune, Chief Visionary Officer | Co-Founder, Boutique Hotel Professionals
Mark Shalala, SVP, Upscale Development, Choice Hotels International
W-4   The Talent Crisis: Strategies for Recruitment, Retention and Doing More with Less
Solving the labor shortage REMAINS a top priority. How can we make a career in hospitality attractive for the long-term?
Moderator:
Robert A. Rauch, CHA, CEO, RAR Hospitality
Panelists:
Moneesh Arora, CEO, UniFocus
W. Chris Green, Divisional President, Remington
Terri A. Haack, Senior Vice President, Lowe
Gretchen Stroud, SVP, Talent & Inclusion, Hilton
W-5   What’s Next for Capital Markets?
With increased stability and growth in the capital markets, experts discuss trends to watch in 2023 and the outlook for financing new build and existing hotels.
Moderator:
Daniel H. Lesser, Co-Founder, President & CEO, LW Hospitality Advisors
Panelists:
Mike Canning, Senior Vice President – Capital Markets, HALL Structured Finance
Joe Hercenberg, Sr. Managing Director, Walker & Dunlop
Olga Lepow, Vice President, CBRE Hotels
John Pascal, Principal, Paramount Capital Advisors
Chris Williams, Managing Director, Hotel Franchise Finance - Western Region, Western Alliance Bank
12:30 PM - 1:45
Lunch
Sponsored by
Platinum Construction
Ten-X
1:45 PM - 2:45
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
W-6   World Class: Upper Upscale and Luxury
Strategic expansion, exclusive experiences, award-winning concepts…What’s next as these two sectors grow in demand.
Moderator:
Rod Clough, MAI, President, HVS Americas
Panelists:
Valentina Castellon, Principal Interior Designer, DLR Group
Jenna Hackett, Global Brand Head, Curio & Tapestry Collections, Hilton
Mark Keiser, Chief Development Officer, EOS Hospitality
David Tarr, Senior Vice President of Development, Hyatt Hotels Corporation
W-7   Management of Expenses in Uncertain Times
Inflation, COVID variants, ADR, occupancy, the cost of providing services…As the 2023 budget season approaches, the panel will help you identify ways to manage cash flow, reduce labor costs, optimize efficiency, shore up your reserves and boost your bottom line.
Moderator:
David Eisen, Content Director, Media, Questex
Panelists:
Daniel F. Benavides, Principal, Sandman Savrann PLLC
Edie Lowe, Vice President, Strategic Accounts, Actabl
Robert A. Rauch, CHA, CEO, RAR Hospitality
Abraham Tieh, Director of National Commercial Property Tax, O’Connor & Associates
W-8   Investing in Select Service and Economy Hotels
Select service and economy lodging thrived throughout the pandemic and the sector continues to show resilience and stability. The panel will highlight new brands, hot markets, exciting innovations and new concepts to build your bottom line.
Moderator:
Ed McNeill, President, Lodging Media
Panelists:
Greg Kennealey, CEO, Mission Hill Hospitality, a KSL Capital Company
Brad LeBlanc, SVP & Chief Development Officer, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts
Jared Meabon, SVP, Franchise Sales and Development, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Miraj S. Patel, 2022-2023 Treasurer, AAHOA
Jason Yarbrough, SVP, Lodging Development Select Service Brands, Sonesta
W-9   Supply Chain Timeline, Costs and Your Patience
CapEx experts examine logistics and the supply chain to help you remain profitable during a new build or renovation.
Moderator:
Alan Benjamin, ISHC, President, Benjamin West
Panelists:
Scott K. Hammons, President, Design and Construction, HEI Hotels and Resorts
Craig Lovett, Senior Vice President of Development, Trinity Investments LLC
Linda Theisen, Vice President, Hilton Supply Management
Bryan Thrush, VP, Capital Expenditures, Design & Construction, Host Hotels & Resorts
W-10   A Multifaceted Approach to Sustainable Construction, Design and Operations
Thoughtfully incorporate eco-friendly initiatives into your hotel architecture, electrical, mechanical and operations to create asset value, optimize cost savings and enhance the guest experience.
Moderator:
Chuck Pinkowski, Founder, Pinkowski & Company
Panelists:
JoAnna Abrams, CEO, MindClick
Christopher Kearney, PE, LEED AP, Vice President, EXP
Paul McElroy, EVP Design & Construction, Highgate
2:45 PM - 3:30
Refreshment Break
Sponsored by
InterMountain Hotels
InterMountain Renovations
3:30 PM - 4:30
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
W-11   Hot Commodity: Extended Stay
Owners, investors and brands are focused on growing their extended stay footprint. Find out about market trends, key drivers, development activity, opportunities and the competitive landscape.
Moderator:
Dennis Nessler, Editor-in-Chief, Hotel Interactive
Panelists:
Aimee Fyke, COO, Tharaldson Hospitality Management
Alan Kanders, Founder, Three Wall Capital LLC
Shane Platt, SVP, Lodging Development, Upscale Brands, Sonesta
Mark Williams, Managing Director, Franchise Development, Extended Stay America
David Wilner, SVP, Franchise Development, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
W-12   Renovation: Increase Value and Extend the Life of Your Hotel
Meet PIP requirements, reposition to strengthen market share, improve the guest experience, and manage the timeline, renovation costs and disruption.
Moderator:
Michelle Finn, Principal, Finn Consulting Group
Panelists:
Cory Creath, Founding Principal Architect, AXIS/GFA Architecture + Design
Terry Dammeyer, Chief of Owned Assets, White Lodging Services
Aaron Dearborn, President, Amerail Systems
Stephen Siegel, Principal, H-CPM (Hospitality Construction Project Management)
Peter Welch, President & CEO, Continental Contractors, Inc
W-13   EB-5 Is Back! What Does That Mean for Hotel Developers?
After lapsing in 2021, Congress revitalized the EB-5 program by reauthorizing Regional Centers. Should every developer consider EB-5 financing for their next hotel construction? The panel will answer your questions about EB-5 capital, which projects qualify, how to find a good Regional Center for your deal, what new regulatory provisions mean for all the stakeholders in the EB-5 industry and much more.
Moderator:
Ali Jahangiri, CEO, EB5 Investors Magazine | HOTELS Magazine
Panelists:
Angelique Brunner, Founder and CEO, EB5 Capital
Jim Butler, Chairman, JMBM Global Hospitality Group®
Daniel J. Healy, Chief Executive Officer, Civitas Capital Group
Noreen Hogan, President, CMB Regional Centers, LLC
6:00 PM - 9:30
Dinner, Drinks, and Rock n' Roll - The Lodging Conference Talent Show
Join your friends and colleagues as they sing, shred, drum and dance. You're invited to join the band on Wednesday evening at our dinner party on the lawn. To sign up and play with the band kindly email erin@LodgingConference.com. Prizes will be awarded for Best 60s/70s attire.
Sponsored by
Advanced Catastrophe Technologies (ACT)
Best Western® Hotels & Resorts
Encore Global
EV Hotel - Evolution Venue

View By Day: Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday
8:30 AM - 10:00
Breakfast Connect with Owners, Investors, Developers and Operators
All are welcome.
10:00 AM
Door Prizes
Conference Adjourns



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