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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.
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.
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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From next-gen investment to net positive solutions and future leaders to financing, FHS Saudi Arabia checks out all things hospitality and tourism, 11-13 May
With just under a month to go before the Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia gets under way, investors, developers, government decision makers and regional hospitality leaders are gearing up for three days of networking, learning, debate and deal making in Riyadh. Nearly 300 investors – almost one in four of all delegates – attended last year’s event, which created more than US$1.1 billion worth of business opportunities and saw 17 deals signed. With KSA’s hospitality and tourism transformation in full swing in line with Vision 2030, the stage is set for a wealth of new partnerships, signings and collaborations at FHS Saudi Arabia 2025.
Exposure, mentorship, funding opportunities and reduced-rate stands for early-stage business at leading industry summit, 11-13 May
Industry news
Advisory Board members offered a treasure trove of insights, recommendations, and strategic ideas aimed at shaping the upcoming event into an industry-defining gathering.
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.
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.
Reports
The healthcare industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by factors such as rising healthcare costs, an ageing population, and technological advancements. These changes are creating new opportunities for hospitality operators to enter the healthcare market and diversify their revenue streams.
New Kearney report reveals tourists increasingly seek destinations that blend urban accessibility with leisure. Ecotourism and wellness travel are quickly gaining popularity with global travelers
FHS is pleased to launch a new publication by Chris Graham, author of Branded Residences: An Overview, the #1 series of reports on the sector. Branded Residences: A Compendium is the industry’s first report that examines brand diversity in the sector.