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Future Hospitality Summit

Where the world's most influential hospitality investment decision-makers connect, exchange knowledge and explore new partnerships.

Upcoming FHS events

Riyadh

11-13 May 2025

Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah

Cape Town

17-19 June 2025

The Westin

Bangkok

25 June 2025

The Athenee Hotel

Dubai

27-29 October 2025

Madinat Jumeirah

FHS Club Loyalty Programme

Thought Leadership

With an unparalleled lineup of global hospitality leaders taking the stage every year, FHS promises to provide valuable insights and the latest industry knowledge through panel talks and round-table discussions with experts.

H.E. Mohamed Ali Rashed Alabbar

Founder & Managing Director of Emaar Properties

Founder & Director of Noon.com; Chairman of Eagle Hills; Chairman of Americana Group

HE Dr. Ghada Shalaby

Vice Minister

Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities of Egypt

His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri

Minister of Economy

UAE

Gloria Guevara Manzo

Chief Special Advisor

Ministry of Tourism - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Khalid Saud Abu Haimed

Chief Executive Officer

Al Khozama Investments

HH Prince Bandar Bin Saud Bin Khalid Al Saud

Secretary General

King Faisal Foundation (KFF)

Eng. Ahmed Bin Wasl Al Juhani

Chief Executive Officer

Rua Al Madinah Holding

Sébastien Bazin

Group Chairman & CEO

Accor

Stephen Sackur

Presenter

HARDTalk

Andrew Gilmour

Principal Economist

The Economist Group

News and Insights

With an international media frenzy, FHS takes center stage as the ultimate platform for the industry's hottest deal signings and groundbreaking announcements. Global hospitality leaders use the digital FHS platform to share invaluable industry intelligence.

Latest Podcasts

Episode 93: Sean Hehir, President & CEO, Trinity Investments

Sean Hehir, President & CEO of Trinity Investments, discusses his firm's journey in building a $6.3 billion hospitality-focused portfolio, how COVID accelerated the shift toward experiential travel, the role of AI in making asset management more strategic, and why he's excited about the investment opportunities emerging in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.

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Episode 92: Dr․Fabien Fresnel, Chief Executive Officer, The Riyadh School of Tourism and Hospitality

In this Episode of the FHS Podcast, Dr. Fabien Fresnel, CEO of the Riyadh School of Tourism and Hospitality, shares how Saudi Arabia is building a new hospitality education ecosystem to meet its goal of training up to 2 million young Saudis. From fast-tracking education with technology to embedding ESG in culture, he discusses the scale, urgency, and innovation needed to drive the Kingdom’s tourism future.

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Episode 91: Muin Serhan, Chief Executive Officer, Amsa Hospitality

Muin Serhan, CEO of Amsa Hospitality, reveals how the company is expanding mid-market hospitality across Saudi Arabia through strategic partnerships, local talent development, and a 10,000-key pipeline. From sustainability to AI-driven innovation, Amsa is helping shape the future of the Kingdom’s hotel sector. Get exclusive Insights in this episode of the FHS Podcast.

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Episode 90: Michael Acton Smith, Co-Founder, Calm

Michael Acton Smith, Co-Founder of Calm, dives into how burnout led to founding the world's most popular meditation app. He shares Calm's evolution—from a digital platform to physical wellness experiences—and hints at future ventures in hospitality, including Calm-branded products, residences, and a potential Calm Island.

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Latest Industry News

Top Takeaways from the FHS World 2025 Advisory Board

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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FHS World 2025 Advisory Board Recap: Trends, Challenges, and Event Vision

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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Top 5 Takeaways from FHS Saudi Arabia 2025 Advisory Board

At the Advisory Board meeting, the 2025 theme was unveiled under which hospitality leaders and decision-makers will unite to discuss hotel performance and development, the outlook for hospitality investment in Saudi Arabia and the key trends driving the sector.

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Middle East Branded Residences - Brand Engagement & Contract Negotiations

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