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The Lodging Conference 2024 Agenda
For program queries for 2025, please contact Linda Chelmow, linda@lodgingconference.com


View By Day: Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday
6:00 AM
Hiking (Sold Out)
Sponsored by
Otelier
You must be registered for The Lodging Conference 2024 in order to participate in hiking, pickleball or the golf tournament. These events run concurrently so you may only register for one.
8:00 AM
Golf Tournament (SOLD OUT)
Wildfire Golf Club, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Spa - Feel free to call the pro shop for individual tee times outside the tournament. Snacks provided by General Mills Foodservice.
Sponsored by
Sandman Savrann PLLC
8:00 AM
Pickleball (Sold Out)
A fun way to kick-off The Lodging Conference. All levels are welcome including newcomers and experienced players.
Sponsored by
Actabl
Hotel Equities
OnsiteIQ
The Product Source
11:00 AM - 1:00
2nd Annual Lazy River Race
Participate as a racer or just cheer on your colleagues and raise money for charity while relaxing with cocktails and mocktails. Bring your sunscreen and join us for a fun time.
Sponsored by
Staypineapple Hotels
11:00 AM - 8:00
Conference Registration | Name Badge Pickup
12:00 PM - 5:30
Twenty6 Lounge
Additional hours: Tuesday 7:00 am – 5:30 pm, Wednesday 7:00 am – 5:30 pm
Sponsored by
Actabl
12:00 PM - 5:30
AHLA & AHLA Foundation Lounge
Additional hours: Tuesday 7:00 am – 5:30 pm, Wednesday 7:00 am – 5:30 pm
2:25 PM - 2:30
3 Forces Fueling the Hospitality Investment Outlook
Presented by:
John Chang, Senior Vice President, National Director, Research & Advisory Services, Marcus & Millichap
2:30 PM - 3:15
GENERAL SESSION
Owners, Investors and Operators: Opportunities, Challenges & Trends
Moderator:
Jeanelle Johnson, Principal (Partner), PwC
Panelists:
Kate Henriksen, Co-CIO, RLJ Lodging Trust
Mitch Patel, Founder and CEO, Vision Hospitality Group, Inc.
Dave Pollin, Co-Founder and President, The Buccini/Pollin Group
Julie Richter, Chief Financial Officer, Concord Hospitality Enterprises
Ben Rosenbaum, Managing Director, Starwood Capital Group
3:15 PM - 4:00
GENERAL SESSION
ForWard: LEGO® Your Limits and Elevate Your Leadership
Sponsored by
ForWard Women Advancing Hospitality
Moderator:
Anna Blue, President, AHLA Foundation
4:00 PM - 5:30
Massage Station
Additional Hours: Tuesday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, Wednesday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
4:00 PM - 5:30
Open Bar Happy Hour
Sponsored by
Cooper Carry
Extended Stay America
4:30 PM - 6:00
ForWard Reception
Swing by for sips and bites but mostly to build and engage in community with others who support the ForWard mission.
Sponsored by
ForWard Women Advancing Hospitality
6:00 PM - 9:30
Cocktail Party | Dinner
Sponsored by
Choice Hotels International
Encore
EXP
The PENTA Building Group
8:30 PM - 10:30
Wyndham Late Night Cocktail Party
Sponsored by
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

View By Day: Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday
6:30 AM - 7:30
Yoga
Yoga mats will be provided and all levels are welcome.
6:45 AM - 7:50
Breakfast
Sponsored by
HALL Structured Finance
Valencia Hotel Group
7:00 AM - 9:00
Conference Registration | Name Badge Pickup until 9:00 pm
8:00 AM - 8:10
Welcome to The Lodging Conference
Harry Javer, Conference Founder & Producer, The Lodging Conference
President, The Conference Bureau, Inc.
8:10 AM - 8:25
Speed Stats (Part I)
Presented by:
Rod Clough, MAI, President - Americas, HVS
Isaac Collazo, Vice President of Analytics, STR
JP Ford, CHB, ISHC, Principal and Director of Global Business Development, Lodging Econometrics
Rachael Rothman, CFA, Head of Hotels Research & Data Analytics, CBRE Hotels
8:25 AM - 8:45
Economic Outlook
Presented by:
Bernard Baumohl, Chief Global Economist, The Economic Outlook Group, LLC
8:45 AM - 9:00
Speed Stats (Part II)
Presented by:
JoAnna Abrams, Founder & CEO, MindClick
Lindsey Goedeker, Senior Vice President, Sales, Actabl
Mark V. Lomanno, Partner, Kalibri Labs
Tanya Venegas, Chief Experience Officer, HotStats
9:00 AM - 9:25
Fireside Chat with Tony Capuano and Greg Dickhens
Moderator:
Greg S. Dickhens, Managing Partner, Trinity Investments
Interview:
Anthony Capuano, President and CEO, Marriott International, Inc
9:25 AM - 9:35
NEWH BrandED Scholarship Presentation
Congratulations to Victoria Wooten from the University of Houston, the 2024 recipient of the NEWH BrandEd Scholarship in the name of IHG.
Introduction by:
Sandy Banks, President, NEWH
Presented by:
Lissa Pierce, Head of Renovations & Design Management – Premium Brands, IHG Hotels & Resorts
9:35 AM - 9:40
AHLA Update
Presented by:
Kevin Carey, Interim President & CEO, AHLA
9:40 AM - 10:25
GENERAL SESSION
A View from the Top
Moderator:
Kevin Carey, Interim President & CEO, AHLA
Panelists:
Julie Arrowsmith, President & CEO, Motel 6 & Studio 6
Arash Azarbarzin, Principal & CEO, Highgate
Geoff Ballotti, President & CEO, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Joe Berger, President & CEO, BRE Hotels & Resorts
John Murray, President & CEO, Sonesta
10:25 AM - 11:15
Refreshment Break
$1,000 cash drawing – Must be present to win.
Sponsored by
Land-Ron
Marriott International
Western Alliance Bank Hotel Franchise Finance
11:15 AM - 12:15
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
T-1   Acquisitions & Transactions: Strategies and Updates
Hotel owners and investors talk about recent transactions and the pursuit of additional expansion.
Moderator:
Rachel Humphrey, Founder, Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance
Panelists:
Joe Delli Santi, Chief Investment Officer, MCR
Navin Dimond, Chairman, Stonebridge Companies
Rob Leven, Principal & Chief Investment Officer, Procaccianti Companies
Mehul Patel, Managing Partner, CEO, NewcrestImage
Brad Rahinsky, President & CEO, Hotel Equities
T-2   Brands, Owners and 3rd Party Management: 2025 Strategies for Growth
Hotel chains are trading hotel ownership for franchising models and creating or acquiring new brands. 3rd party management M&A is on the rise. Find out what’s next and the impact on your portfolio and profits.
Moderator:
Russell C. Savrann, Partner, Sandman Savrann PLLC
Panelists:
David Duncan, President/CEO, First Hospitality
Aly El-Bassuni, President, Operations, Owner & Brand Relations, Aimbridge Hospitality
Warren Fields, CEO, Pyramid Global Hospitality
Pinal Patel, 2024-2025 Secretary, AAHOA
Dianna Vaughan, SVP, Global Owner Relations, Hilton
T-3   Connect with Active Lenders
Find out about the current financial environment from lenders offering a diverse range of hotel loans to meet your needs.
Moderator:
Mark J. Gerstein, Senior Advisor, McKinsey & Company
Panelists:
Brian Holstein, Principal, US Hotel Advisors
Michael I. Lipson, CEO, Chairman, Access Point Financial
John Pascal, Principal, Paramount Capital Advisors
Jared Schlosser, EVP, Hotel Lending and Head of CPACE, Credit, Peachtree Group
Chris Williams, Managing Director, Commercial Banking, Western Alliance Bank
T-4   Capitalize on the Demand for Luxury
Luxury demand continues to skyrocket. Learn about the latest transactions, top locations, distinctive experiences and construction, design and consumer trends.
Moderator:
Stacy Shoemaker-Rauen, SVP, Design Group, Emerald
Editor-in-Chief, Hospitality Design Magazine
Panelists:
Erin Green, Vice President, Development & Acquisitions, Auberge Resorts Collection
Jenna Jacobson, Vice President of Luxury and Mixed-Use Development, Marriott International
Mark Kessler, President and COO, The Kessler Collection
Vicki Poulos, Head of Luxury and Lifestyle Brands, IHG Hotels & Resorts
K. Bryan Thrush, 1st Vice President, Development, Design and Construction, Host Hotels & Resorts
T-5   Forecasts, Facts and Figures: Deciphering the Data
Get up-to-the-minute analysis of supply, demand, top markets, transactions, ADR, RevPAR and development pipeline.
Presented by:
Rod Clough, MAI, President - Americas, HVS
Isaac Collazo, Vice President of Analytics, STR
JP Ford, CHB, ISHC, Principal and Director of Global Business Development, Lodging Econometrics
Rachael Rothman, CFA, Head of Hotels Research & Data Analytics, CBRE Hotels
12:15 PM - 2:00
Lunch
Sponsored by
Access Point Financial
CBRE Hotels
Red Roof
12:55 PM - 1:00
AAHOA Presentation
1:15 PM - 1:20
Peggy Berg Castell Award
Presented by:
Anna Blue, President, AHLA Foundation
Recipient:
Sheila Johnson, Founder and CEO, Salamander Collection
1:20 PM - 1:40
Fireside Chat with Sheila Johnson and Anna Blue
Moderator:
Anna Blue, President, AHLA Foundation
Interview:
Sheila Johnson, Founder and CEO, Salamander Collection
2:00 PM - 3:00
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
T-6   Keep the Momentum Going: Extended Stay
With a flurry of new brand activity, lower new build costs and streamlined operations, tailwinds are strong. Owners, operators and brands discuss the latest developments, key markets and franchise opportunities.
Moderator:
Jeff Weinstein, Editor-in-Chief, Hotel Investment Today
Panelists:
Jason Ballard, Head of Operations, Hyatt Studios, Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Rick Colling, VP Brand Leader, Homewood Suites, Hilton
Paul Novak, Partner, Whitman Peterson
Mark Williams, Managing Director, Franchise Development, Extended Stay America
T-7   Private Equity Hotel Real Estate Deals
With significant capital on the sidelines, hear about the latest forecast for deals and returns.
Moderator:
Dennis Nessler, Editor-in-Chief, LODGING Magazine
Panelists:
Krystal England, CIO, TMGOC Ventures
Akshay Goyal, President, Riller Capital
Todd Ratliff, Managing Director, Hodges Ward Elliott
Steven Reinstein, Vice President, Investments, KHP Capital Partners
Eva Wassermann, Senior Managing Director, GEM Realty Group, Inc.
T-8   Brand Conversions: The Hottest Hotel Trend of the Year
The last two years have witnessed a huge number of conversions with no end in sight. From deal structure, to PIPs, cash flow, and more, the panel will discuss the benefits and challenges of converting your independent and branded assets.
Moderator:
Bruce Ford, SVP and Director of Global Business Development, Lodging Econometrics
Panelists:
Jared Meabon, Senior Vice President, Development, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Harshil Patel, Vice President, Champion Hotels
Vinay Patel, President & CEO, Fairbrook Hotels LLC
Chad Sorensen, ISHC, Managing Director/CEO, CHMWarnick
T-9   Green Lodging: Is Sustainability Good for Business?
Build, buy and operate smarter with energy-efficient design, C-PACE loans, LEED construction and supply chain initiatives.
Moderator:
Rhiannon Jacobsen, Managing Director of U.S. Market Transformation and Development, U.S. Green Building Council
Panelists:
JoAnna Abrams, Founder and CEO, MindClick
Bharati Bhosale, Director, Global Sustainability, Hilton
Bali Kumar, Chief Operating Officer, PACE Loan Group
Jeffrey Simmons, VP Supply Management, Hospitality, Entegra
T-10   Emerging Trends in Hospitality: Guests, Revenue, Purchasing & Labor
Get ready for the new year with the latest trends in leisure, group and business travel, labor, GOPPAR and consumer preferences.
Presented by:
Andrew Arthurs, President & Chief Operating Officer, Actabl
Mark V. Lomanno, Partner, Kalibri Labs
Laura Resco, Director - Hotel Intelligence Americas, HotStats
Andrea Stokes, Practice Lead, Hospitality, J.D. Power
3:00 PM - 3:45
Refreshment Break
$1,000 cash drawing – Must be present to win.
Sponsored by
Aimbridge Hospitality
Paramount Capital Advisors
3:45 PM - 4:45
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
T-11   Design - Fulfilling the Desires of Guests, Owners, and the Design Team
The importance of locale, a sensitivity to the environment, Individuality and storytelling…top hospitality designers, operators and brands discuss their latest projects and 2025 trends.
Moderator:
Gregg Wallis, Senior Editor, Hotel Business
Panelists:
Manny Dominguez, Principal, Cooper Carry
Ron Pohl, President, WorldHotels and BWH International Operations, BWH Hotels
Kiko Singh, Principal, Designer, DLR Group
Kirsten Vaselaar, SVP – Real Estate and Development, HRI Hospitality
Rebecca Weinstein, VP of Design, Highgate Hotels
T-12   Select Service Update: Best Investment Opportunities in Hotel Real Estate
With a strong performance track record and operating efficiency, owners, investors, developers and brands talk about the competitive landscape, growth through conversion and development, target markets, new prototypes and much more.
Moderator:
Mark Woodworth, Principal, Woodworth Core Group
Panelists:
Ben Brunt, Managing Principal and Chief Investment Officer, Noble Investment Group
John Lancaster, VP, Emerging Markets Development & Owner Relations, Choice Hotels International
Jin Lee, CEO, ARA US Hospitality Trust
Christie Patterson, Vice President of Development, InterMountain Hotels
Richard Schaeffer, Vice President, Franchise Development, Red Roof
T-13   Buyers and Sellers: Financial Pressures, Distress and Market Uncertainty
Hotel owners, investors and brokers discuss getting deals done in a complicated environment.
Moderator:
Rajiv Trivedi, Managing Principal, TST Capital
Panelists:
Thomas J. Corcoran, President, TCOR Hotel Partners
Cyrus Khadivi, Regional Director, Ten-X
Gregory A. LaBerge, SVP, Chief Administrative Officer, National Director - Hospitality Services, Marcus & Millichap
Trusha Patel, M.A., MBA, Founder & CEO, Platinum Holdings
Jeremy Tobin, Vice President, Hotel Group, Starwood Capital Group
T-14   The Development Pipeline: Opportunities and Challenges
The cost of capital to build hotels has increased significantly. Owners, developers, operators and brands discuss the current pace of projects and key factors impacting 2025 hotel development.
Moderator:
Daniel Lesser, Co-Founder, President & CEO, LW Hospitality Advisors
Panelists:
Plato Ghinos, President, Shaner Group
Brad LeBlanc, Chief Development Officer and SVP, BWH Hotels
Dwayne Marshall, Chief Development Officer – Americas, Valor Hospitality Partners
Eli Sokol, VP Investment and Development, citizenM Hotels Group
David Wilner, SVP, Franchise Development, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
T-15   Tech Solutions That Make Sense for Your Hotel Portfolio
Leverage the latest technologies to transform operations, data security, booking, staffing, analytics and guest experiences to maximize efficiency, revenue streams and profitability.
Moderator:
Marina MacDonald, Former CMO, Red Roof
Panelists:
Ian Ackland, Managing Director, Americas, Booking.com
Moneesh Arora, CEO, Unifocus
Brian Kirkland, Chief Information Officer, Choice Hotels International
Jeffrey Stephen Parker, CHTP+, Vice President of Property Technology, Sage Hospitality Group
Kamalesh (KP) Patel, 2024-2025 Vice Chairman, AAHOA
5:30 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.
7:15 AM - 9:00
Conference Registration | Name Badge Pickup until 9:00 pm
7:30 AM - 8:50
Breakfast
$1,000 cash drawing – Must be present to win.
8:55 AM - 9:10
Welcome Back
Harry Javer, Conference Founder & Producer, The Lodging Conference
President, The Conference Bureau, Inc.
9:10 AM - 9:55
GENERAL SESSION
From the CEO Perspective
Sponsored by
DIRECTV Hospitality
Moderator:
Rachel Humphrey, Founder, Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance
Panelists:
Larry Cuculic, President & CEO, BWH Hotels
Kevin Davis, Americas CEO, JLL Hotels & Hospitality Group
Greg Friedman, Managing Principal, Chief Executive Officer, Peachtree Group
Greg Juceam, President & CEO, Extended Stay America
Lisa Lombardo, President, ARK
Miraj S. Patel, 2024-2025 Chaiman, AAHOA
10:00 AM - 10:45
GENERAL SESSION
A View from the Top (Part II)
Moderator:
Glenn Haussman, Founder/Host, No Vacancy News
Panelists:
Barry A.N. Bloom, President & COO, Xenia Hotels and Resorts, Inc.
Liam Brown, Group President, United States & Canada, Marriott International
Zack Gharib, President, Red Roof
Rhiannon Jacobsen, Managing Director of U.S. Market Transformation and Development, U.S. Green Building Council
Jeff Wagoner, President & CEO, OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group
10:45 AM - 11:30
Refreshment Break
$1,000 cash drawing – Must be present to win.
Sponsored by
IHG Hotels & Resorts
11:30 AM - 12:30
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
W-1   Let’s Talk Finance: Capital Markets from Main Street to Wall Street
Ground-up development and acquisitions…Experts talk about trends and opportunities for owners and investors who are looking to add assets or getting ready to enter the game for the first time.
Moderator:
Stacy Silver, President, Silver Hospitality Group
Panelists:
Mike Canning, Senior Vice President – Capital Markets, HALL Structured Finance
Justin Mayers, Vice President and Head of Client Relations, CWCapital Asset Management
Brendan McCormick, CAIA, Managing Principal, Smith Hill Capital, LLC
Mehul Patel, Managing Partner, CEO, NewcrestImage
W-2   Redefining Hospitality: Distinctive Resorts
Owners, developers, brands and operators of independent, branded and soft-branded resorts talk about driving results to optimize value and offer a sneak peek of upcoming projects.
Moderator:
Jennifer Glatt, Editor-in-Chief, Hotel Management, Questex
Panelists:
Greg S. Dickhens, Managing Partner, Trinity Investments
Erik Eveleigh, Vice President of Development - Americas, SH Hotels & Resorts
Terri A. Haack, Managing Director, Wild Dunes Resort
Greg Perry, Vice President of Hospitality Investments, RREAF Holdings
W-3   Independent and Soft Brands: What is the Best Strategy for Your Hospitality Investment?
Independent hotel owners and operators offer their unique take on development and investment, long-term challenges, maintaining an identity and retaining control of their properties.
Moderator:
Luigi Major, MAI, Managing Director, HVS Americas
Panelists:
Thomas J. Corcoran, President, TCOR Hotel Partners
Peter Elefson, Vice President, US & Canada, Preferred Travel Group
Naveen P. Kakarla, President & CEO, HHM
John Keeling, Executive Vice President, Valencia Hotel Group
Tony Lariño, Managing Director, HEI Hotels & Resorts
W-4   Hotel Operations: Revenue, Cash Flow and Profitability
As expenses continue to grow, smart operators are executing innovative strategies to generate revenue, prioritize expenses and drive profitability across all departments. Find out how you can streamline your operations and increase cash flow.
Moderator:
Robert A. Rauch, CHA, CEO, R. A. Rauch & Associates, Inc
Founding Chairman, Brick Hospitality
Panelists:
Aimee Fyke, COO, Tharaldson Hospitality Management
Nishant (Neal) Patel, Chairman, AAHOA Charitable Foundation
SJ Sawhney, Co-Founder and President, Canary Technologies
Ben Seidel, Principal, Stonebridge Companies
Michael Smoot, Partner, Hospitality National Practice Leader, Moss Adams LLP
W-5   People and Culture: Creating an Impactful Strategy
Hear about the latest innovations in recruitment, engagement and retention to create diversity in hotel leadership and solve staffing shortages.
Moderator
Matthew Carrier, SVP Federal Affairs, Policy and Research, American Hotel & Lodging Association
Panelists:
Dr. Frederick J. DeMicco, Ph.D., RDN, Professor, School of Hotel and Restaurant Management, Northern Arizona University W.A. Franke College of Business
Lisa Lombardo, President, ARK
Rob Mangiarelli, President, Atrium Hospitality
12:30 PM - 1:45
Lunch
Sponsored by
HVS
Mag Mile Capital
1:45 PM - 2:45
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
W-6   Stylish Retreats: Lifestyle/Boutique Hotels
With above average ADR, high demand and competitive profit margins, the pipeline for lifestyle is red-hot across all segments. Find out about the latest brand offerings, hot trends, recent openings and the upcoming pipeline.
Moderator:
McKenna Luke, MAI, Managing Director, National Hospitality Practice Lead, Partner Valuation Advisors
Panelists:
Dina Belon, President, Staypineapple Hotels
Mike Higgins, RVP Lodging Development, Sonesta
Amy Hulbert, VP Boutique and Upscale Brands, BWH Hotels
Rika Lisslö, Vice President of Development, Americas, Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Robert A. Rauch, CHA, CEO, R. A. Rauch & Associates, Inc
Founding Chairman, Brick Hospitality
W-7   Game Plan for Upcoming Loan Maturities
Loans are coming due. The CMBS market is stalled. Funds are hovering for opportunities. What are the best strategies for all parties involved?
Moderator:
Lee Hunter, CHB, ISHC, Chief Operating Officer, Hunter Hotel Advisors
Panelists:
Adrienne Andrews, Managing Director, JLL Hotels & Hospitality Group
Loren Balsam, Chief Investment Officer, hotelAVE
Jim Butler, Chairman, Global Hospitality Group, Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP
Prabhat Jayara, Senior Vice President Originations, Mag Mile Capital
Luke Millikin, Director & Sr. Relationship Manager, Wells Fargo Hotel Franchise Finance
W-8   Alternative Hotels: The Hot Trend in Development
From a short trip to an extended stay, the blending of work and leisure has opened the door to new options for travelers and new opportunities for developers, investors and brands to break new build protocols or convert existing properties into hotels. Find out about the challenges and opportunities in this growing sector.
Moderator:
David Eisen, Vice President and Editor-in-Chief, HOTELS Magazine
Panelists:
Daniel F. Benavides, Principal, Sandman Savrann PLLC
Paul Novak, Partner, Whitman Peterson
Diana Plazas-Trowbridge, Senior Vice President & Global Brand Leader – Select Brands, Marriott International
Morgan Sickles, EVP of Strategic Finance & Corporate Development, stayAPT Suites
W-9   New Construction: Getting a New Build Off the Ground
Construction costs, capital and market conditions…Experts offer tips to take your project from pre-planning, design, financing and construction to grand opening and beyond.
Moderator:
CJ Arlotta, Managing Member, CJ Media Solutions, LLC
Panelists:
Scott Brown, NCARB, Principal, DesignCell Architecture
Jeff Mills, Director of Operations, The PENTA Building Group
Miraj S. Patel, 2024-2025 Chairman, AAHOA
Shivan Perera, Managing Director, Bridge Marketplace
Jason Spicer, Division Vice President, The Whiting-Turner Construction Co.
2:00 PM - 4:00
LIIC/HotelNewsNow – Lodging Industry Investment Council
By invitation only
2:45 PM - 3:30
Refreshment Break
Sponsored by
InterMountain Hotels
InterMountain Renovations
3:30 PM - 4:30
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
W-10   Proactive Asset Management
Asset managers work collaboratively with operators to increase the value of hotel real estate for owners and investors. The panel will take a deep dive into creating a forward-focused plan to achieve targeted results.
Moderator:
Lan Elliott, Principal, Acacia Hospitality LLC
Panelists:
Michael Erlingis, Senior Vice President, Fulcrum Hospitality
Sarah Gulla, SVP, Asset Management, Pebblebrook Hotel Trust
Andrew Knauer, Executive Vice President, Global Hotel Asset Management, CBRE Hotels
Tracy Prigmore, Managing Partner + Founder, TLTsolutions + She Has a Deal
R. Rehan Zaid, Principal, Prominence Hospitality Group
W-11   Top-Line Growth: Sales and Revenue Management Strategies
Reach your target market and drive bookings with a strategic mix of pricing, digital marketing, demand forecasting, distribution channels and reputation and yield management to maximize occupancy, revenue and market share.
Moderator:
Cindy Estis Green, CEO and Co-Founder, Kalibri Labs
Panelists:
Stephanie Atkisson, SVP of Commercial Strategies, Raines Hospitality
Mercedes Blanco, Chief Partnerships Officer, The Hotels Network
Terri A. Haack, Managing Director, Wild Dunes Resort
Leticia Proctor, Executive Vice President, Donohoe Hospitality Services
Sarah Williams, Chief Commercial Officer, InterMountain Hotels
W-12   Creating Value: PIPs and Renovations
Looking to update your hotel rooms and public spaces? Is your brand requiring a PIP? Looking for timely supply chain and cost management? Stand out in a competitive market with fresh and inviting guest rooms, indoor and outdoor spaces, dining experiences and more.
Moderator:
Roger Bloss, CEO, Alternative Hospitality
Panelists:
Bo Burdette, President/CEO, MGroup
Lissa Pierce, Head of Renovations & Design Management – Premium Brands, IHG Hotels & Resorts
Suzanne Saunders, SVP Design & Construction, Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG)
Shannon Seay, Partner, H-CPM (Hospitality Construction Project Management)
Eleanor Waddell, Vice President, Strategic Growth, Avendra International
5:30 PM - 9:30
Lodging Conference Rocktoberfest & Rock n Roll Talent Show
Dinner, Drinks and Rock n Roll, a Lodging Conference tradition. Join your friends and colleagues as they sing, shred, drum and dance. You are 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. Remember to wear your favorite concert t-shirt, rocker attire, or Octoberfest dirndl and lederhosen.
Sponsored by
BWH Hotels
Encore
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company

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