2026
Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh
11 May 2025, Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh
Co-located with:
FHS
Saudi Arabia
Sponsored by:
Building a Community of Educators and Industry Experts
Creating a network of hospitality educators, industry practitioners, and potential employers who can collaborate and share insights on best practices, further enriching the learning environment.
Pathways to Career Growth
Creating direct career opportunities through mentorship programs, networking events, and partnerships that connect emerging talent with industry leaders and potential employers.
Bridging the Skills Gap
Offering insights on industry-aligned ducation and practical training tailored to the needs of Saudi Arabia's fast-growing hospitality sector.
Empowering Saudi Nationals
Emphasizing local talent development with a particular focus on increasing female participation in the hospitality workforce, in line with Vision 2030’s inclusivity goals.
Public-Private Collaboration
Fostering partnerships with key government agencies, giga-projects (like NEOM and Red Sea Global), and private sector leaders to align educational programs with real-world industry demands.
Featured Speakers
Focus on Education
Saudi Arabia's education sector is experiencing significant growth, driven by a strong demand for both general and hospitality education. The Kingdom's Vision 2030 emphasises the importance of developing a knowledgeable and capable workforce to support the sustainable growth of the hospitality industry. The NextGen Investment Forum aims to address these needs by bringing together key stakeholders.
Partners
We will partner with government entities, giga projects, educational institutions, and international education industry leaders - along with innovative tech companies that are disrupting education through AI, VR and hybrid/remote learning. The forum aims to create a comprehensive ecosystem that supports education and career development.
Public-Private Partnerships
Strong public-private partnerships are essential for driving innovation and investment in education. We will facilitate these collaborations to ensure that educational programs are aligned with industry needs and provide students with the skills required for future job markets.
Solution Driven
The format of this forum is designed to encourage delegates to collaborate and address the most pressing and important questions related to education and training in Saudi Arabia's hospitality industry.
The NextGen Investment Forum aims to inspire top leaders to come together and tackle the most pressing questions surrounding education, training, and talent retention in Saudi Arabia's hospitality industry.
The afternoon will feature a dynamic series of roundtable discussions centered on key themes:
Investing in Our People for a Future-Ready Hospitality Industry
Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Industry Needs
Exploring Funding and Investment Opportunities in Hospitality Education
Enhancing the Industry's Appeal to Retain Talent and Reduce Turnover
This engaging format will foster collaboration and actionable insights to shape the future of the sector.
