In this episode of the FHS Podcast, Elie Milky, Chief Development Officer for the Middle East, Northeast Africa, Cyprus, and Greece at Radisson Hotel Group, talks about his journey with the company and how his role has evolved alongside Radisson’s transformation over the years. He shares insights into the group’s strategic shift toward more agile and diversified growth across his regions, explaining how market priorities differ and where investor sentiment remains strongest today.

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In this conversation, Saurabh Tiwari speaks about how this philosophy continues to shape IHCL, from its approach to service and guest experience to its long-term vision for growth. He reflects on how Indian hospitality values remain central to the brand, even as IHCL expands across markets and adapts to a changing global landscape.

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In a recent conversation, Christoph Hoffmann, Founder and Co-CEO of 25hours Hotels, shared his perspective on how branded residences are evolving. Drawing on his experience building lifestyle-led hospitality brands, Christoph explores why community, authenticity, and shared experiences are becoming just as important as privacy and prestige in residential offerings. As the branded residences sector continues to grow, this conversation offers a thoughtful look at how brands can strike the right balance between individuality and belonging.

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Lillian reflected on how a shared focus on storytelling and value creation drove her transition from the performing arts to luxury real estate. She highlighted that when design is treated as capital, innovation directly enhances ROI and long-term asset performance, a philosophy underpinning the launch of CI Creative™. Looking ahead, she believes design-led development will become the norm, with creativity recognised as a core driver of investment value.

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Institutional capital keeps circling Africa but seldom lands. The hesitation is not about opportunity. It is about trust. Global investors still price African tourism and hospitality as if they are betting on volatility rather than performance.

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Hotel revenues in the UAE surged past AED 26 billion in the first half of 2025, marking a 6.3% increase year-on-year, with occupancy rates hitting 80.5%. Minister of Economy and Tourism Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri attributed the growth to strong public-private collaboration, aligned with the UAE Tourism Strategy 2031, which targets a AED 450 billion contribution to GDP by the next decade. Preparations are also underway for the UAE–Africa Tourism Investment Summit, part of FHS World 2025, which will bring together ministers and senior officials from 53 African nations.

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Advisory Board members offered a treasure trove of insights, recommendations, and strategic ideas aimed at shaping the upcoming event into an industry-defining gathering.

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The recent Advisory Board meeting for the Future Hospitality Summit - FHS World 2025 offered a treasure trove of insights, recommendations, and strategic ideas aimed at shaping the upcoming event into an industry-defining gathering.

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