The UK’s leading hospitality conference returns with a conference programme themed around the concept “Change for Good”.
If you’re heading to Manchester – or thinking about it – we’ve picked out some highlights and for those that can’t make it be sure to check out coverage of the event at Hospitality Insights.
Highlights of AHC 2021
Windfall or Shortfall? Hotel Investment Outlook – Monday – 12:15 – 13:00
There’s been plenty of talk about “dry powder” and “distressed assets” but so far not much has happened. Our panel will take a look at the outlook for UK hotel investment.
Pivot! Rethinking Business Models and Growth Strategies – Monday – 14:30 – 15:15
It’s now more than 18 months since the pandemic started and businesses are getting to grips with how things have changed. Are we seeing a revolution or an evolution of operating models? Our selection of senior leaders will access where we are.
Rebalancing the 3 Ps: People, Planet, Profit – Monday – 15:15 – 15:55
How can businesses balance all three? Our panel will assess the current state of the market.
Relationship Status: It's Complicated. Realigning the owner, operator and brand – Tuesday – 09:00 – 09:45
Hotel owners, operators and brands are making big changes as they look ahead to recovery and re-evaluate strategies. This panel will look at how the industry can align the interests of real estate owners and investors with those of operators and brands.
Power to the People: Solving Hospitality Workforce Challenge – Tuesday – 12:45 - 13:15
We all know that travel and hospitality is currently going through a staffing crisis. In the UK the situation is even more acute thanks to the impact of Brexit. How can the industry do better when it comes to nurturing and retaining talent?
No Excuses, No Shortcuts, No Regrets - a Candid Interview with Gary Neville – Tuesday – 13:45 – 14:30
In this wide-ranging candid interview Gary Neville will discuss his leadership and entrepreneurship values as well as his hospitality concepts.