This years IHIF will have a different look and feel to previous versions but what will remain the same is its reputation as the place where decisions are made and deals are done.
Something else that remains the same is the calibre of speaks and panelists we have appearing on stage in Berlin over the course of the three days.
With that in mind we’ve selected a handful of sessions to watch out for as well as details of the full programme.
If you'd still like to attend virtually, you can find out more here.
Highlights of IHIF 2021 (all times CET)
Dawn of a New Era - Where Do We Go From Here? – Wednesday – 13:40 - 14:05
It’s been a pretty tough last 18 months for everyone but the whole world has learned to adapt and now is the time to push on in a new and creative way. Who better to talk us through his tumultuous period than Tony Capuano, CEO of Marriott International.
Stronger Together - Overcoming the Crisis through M&As and Improved Alignment – Wednesday –15:40 - 16:15
Will hotel operators follow the M&A path to build up resilience and overcome the crisis? And more importantly are investors aligned with hotel operators? Find out from our expert panel.
In Conversation: Rethinking Hospitality – Wednesday – 17:10 - 17:30
You’re not going to want to miss the last session on day one. We sit down with one of the most innovative leaders in hospitality, Sébastien Bazin CEO of Accor for a one-to-one conversation to discuss innovation and the future of the industry.
Talk of the Titans - Sharing Visions for Future Success – Thursday – 10:15 - 10:45
Chris Nassetta, CEO of Hilton and Pieter Elbers, CEO of KLM will come together to compare notes of how the airline and hotel industries have faired during the Covid-19 pandemic and what happens next.
Global CEOs: The Only Way Is Up - Hospitality Leadership in a Brave New World – Thursday – 10:45 - 11:30
The lows have been low, but for our CEO panel there is only blue sky ahead as they discuss how best to thrive in the 'new normal'. We’ll hear from the CEOs of Choice, Radisson, Best Western and Minor.
Taking Responsibility for the Future: ESG Goals for Hospitality – Friday –10:15 - 10:50
While the Covid-19 pandemic is still a focus for many, the industry can’t afford to take its foot off the ball with relation to ESG. Which areas should companies be focusing on and what matters most. Find out in this discussion.
We’ve also done a preview of pop-up event Adjacent Spaces, to see that, click here.