27-29 OCT 2025
Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
Content Library
Podcasts
Episode 107: The Local Formula - How Hospitality Is Rethinking Hotel Development
Marloes Knippenberg, CEO, Kerten Hospitality shares how building with local communities, not just for them, is turning overlooked Saudi destinations into rich cultural experiences. From AlUla to Aseer, it’s hospitality with heart, and purpose.
Episode 106: Ho Kwon Ping, Founder & Executive Chairman, Banyan Group
In this episode of the FHS Podcast, Catherine Edwards, Chief Growth Officer, QUO Global speaks with Ho Kwonping, Founder and Executive Chairman of Banyan Group, on the rise of branded residences and how Banyan pioneered the space in Asia.
Episode 105: Omar Romero, Chief Development & Luxury Officer, Minor Hotels
In this episode, Bill Barnett, Managing Director, C9 Hotelworks, sits down with Omar Romero, Chief Development and Luxury Officer at Minor International, to explore how the definition of luxury is evolving - and how branded residences are leading the change.
Press room
Sustainable Hospitality Challenge 2025 Kicks Off: Students Design the Hotel Room of the Future
The Sustainable Hospitality Challenge (SHC), founded by Hotelschool The Hague, returns in 2025 with a dynamic new format that reflects the evolving landscape of hospitality innovation. It now features two powerful tracks centered around Impact and Inspiration.
FHS Saudi Arabia launches NextGen Investment Forum to help deliver KSA’s Future Leaders in Hospitality
The Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia, taking place in Riyadh, 11-13 May, will host the region’s first NextGen Investment Forum to address the challenges – and opportunities – surrounding education, training and talent retention in KSA’s growing hospitality sectors
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.
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.
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.
Green Value Through Certification in the Hospitality Sector
In today's business landscape, sustainability has emerged as a pivotal factor influencing financial performance, whether it is at the design and construction process, during the in-use phase or the valuation and acquisition process. In this article, we explore the intricate relationship between sustainability and valuation creation.
Reports
The Future of Healthcare - Whitepaper by H+A Global
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.
Middle Eastern Hubs Take Centre Stage Amidst Shifts in Global Tourism Industry
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
Branded Residences: A Compendium
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.