| JUNE 23, 2025 | HOTEL PULLMAN PARIS CENTRE – BERCY | PARIS, FRANCE | ||
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| 6:30-8:30 am | Check in at NEWH Registration Desk Lower Level |
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| 6:30-8:30 am | Breakfast & Coffee Espace Patio |
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| 8:30-8:45 am | Welcome Sandy Banks, NEWH, Inc. President & Gwendoline Theodet, NEWH/Paris President Margaux-St. Julien |
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| 8:45-9:30 am | KEYNOTE |
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| Agnès Roquefort, Chief Development Officer Luxury & Lifestyle, AccorHotels Group Margaux-St. Julien sponsored by VISO |
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| 9:35-10:20 am | 2025 Beyond: a deep dive into the hospitality industry globally | |
| Join industry experts as they explore the evolving global hospitality landscape, delving into real estate, development, finance, construction, and the emerging trends set to shape the industry beyond 2025. Andrea Grigg, Global Head of Hotel Asset Management, CBRE, Inc.; Vanguelis Panayotis, CEO, MKG Consulting; Brian Quinn, Chief Development Officer, Sonesta International Hotels, moderator Margaux-St. Julien |
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| 10:20-10:35 am |
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| 10:35-11:20 am | CULTURAL INFLUENCES IN HOSPITALITY DESIGN: reflecting local identity and traditions through design | |
| How does local culture influence the design of hospitality projects? This panel of experts will share their experiences in understanding and integrating local cultures—demonstrating how these insights profoundly shape architecture, design, concept development, guest experience, and storytelling. Aliya Khan, Vice President of Global Design Strategy and Product Development, Marriott International, Inc.; Melissa Messmer, Global Head of Design Luxury Brands, IHG; Damien Perrot, Global Chief Design, Technical Services & Innovation Officer, AccorHotels Group; Hamish Kilburn, Owner & Director, Kilburn Communications, moderator Margaux |
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| 11:25 am-12:10 pm | CRAFTING TIMELESS ELEGANCE: companies shaping the future of land, sea and rail luxury travel experiences around the world | |
| This panel brings together the visionaries behind today’s most luxurious and experiential travel brands—on land, at sea, and across railways. From opulent trains and ultra-luxe cruise ships to boutique resorts and curated overland adventures, panelists will explore how timeless elegance is being reimagined for the modern traveler. What does “timeless elegance” mean in 2025 and beyond? How are land, sea, and rail travel brands influencing each other? How does interior design, service rituals, and branding create immersive, elevate experiences? Marianne Kahn, Director of Interior Design – Trains & Cruises, Belmond; My Nguyen, Seabourne; Gilda Perez-Alvarado, Group Chief Strategy Officer & CEO Orient Express, AccorHotels Group; Stacy Shoemaker Rauen, Senior Vice President Design Group, Emerald/Editor in Chief, Hospitality Design, moderator Margaux |
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| 12:15-12:25 pm | BrandED Hyatt Scholarship Pauline Rouri, Director/Scholarship, NEWH/Paris Margaux |
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| 12:30-1:30 pm | LUNCH Espace Patio sponsored by BDL – Better Designed Lighting, Mirage Granito Ceramic Spa, and BERMANFALK Hospitality Group |
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| Breakouts…………… | ||
| 1:40-2:25 pm | HOSPITALITY DISRUPTORS: taking hotel to the next level | |
| Innovative hotel companies pushing the limit, breaking barriers and redefining the hotel experience. These speakers will explore how they are disrupting the hospitality landscape with bold and unconventional details making them pioneers in a new territory of the hospitality industry. William Dowling, Development EMEA, Virgin Hotels Collection; Sylvain Morgaine, Vice President Innovation Lab, AccorHotels Group; Nicolas Stachowiak, VP Development, Ennismore, Alys Bryan, Editorial Director, Design Insider, moderator Margaux sponsored by VISO |
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| 1:40 – 2:25 pm | REIMAGINING SPACES: the art of adaptive reuse in hospitality | |
| In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, storytelling, and soul, adaptive reuse has emerged as a powerful approach in hospitality. This panel will explore how industry leaders are breathing new life into historic buildings, industrial relics, and forgotten landmarks—transforming them into unforgettable hospitality experiences. Discover how adaptive reuse blends preservation with innovation, creating spaces that are both rooted in history and ready for the future. What are the emotional, cultural, environmental and economic benefits of reusing existing structures? How do you navigate structural limitations, outdated layouts, and code compliance? Thomas Lamson, Vice President, Development & PTS, EMEA, The Ascot Limited; Emmanuelle Le Vaillant, Group Operations Director, TERLA; Ludovica Rocchi, Band Manager, R Collection Hotels; Aliya Khan, VP/Global Design Strategy and Product Development, Marriott International. St. Emilion |
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| 2:35-3:20 pm | ICONIC STYLE: how fashion brands are globally impacting the hospitality industry |
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| This panel will explore the rising influence of iconic fashion leaders on the global hospitality industry. From luxury hotels to bespoke guest experiences, we’ll examine how these fashion visionaries are infusing their distinctive aesthetics into hospitality design—transforming properties into immersive brand extensions. Discover how their innovative and elegant design sensibilities are reshaping the guest experience and setting new standards for luxury and style. Valeriano Antonioli, CEO, Lungarno Collection; Andrea Prestigiacomo, ID Project Director, Missoni; Hamish Kilburn, Owner & Director, Kilburn Communications, moderator Margaux sponsored by VISO |
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| DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES: global collaboration on hospitality projects |
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| A look at Hospitality’s global nature. How do local customs, materials and traditions enhance guest experiences? How does the design team bridge the gap in expectations, business practices and legal regulations? How do cultural values influence sustainability goals? How does combining global perspectives lead to fresh, creative design outcomes? Tom Hupe, Senior Director Design, Hilton EMEA; Barry Sullivan, Senior Director, Lifestyle Hilton Hotels Corporation; David Ashen, CEO, Saguez & Dash; Boris Gentine, Partner + Managing and Creative Director, Saguez & Partners; Keisha Byrd, Vice President & Brand Director, Hospitality Design Group, Emerald, moderator St. Emilion sponsored by VISO |
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| 3:20-3:50 pm | Break | |
| 3:50-5:05 pm | OWNERS ROUNDTABLE | |
| Take this opportunity to connect one-on-one with some of the most influential leaders in hospitality in a rotating round-table format. Additional ticket purchase required. Valeriano Antonioli, Lungarno Collection; Christina Budd, Carnival UK; William Dowling, Virgin Hotels Collection; Rodolphe Frégé, Capital Hospitality Europe; Tom Hupe, Hilton EMEA; Aliya Khan, Marriott International; Thomas Lamson, The Ascot Limited; Melissa Messmer, IHG; Jane Moyses, Belmond; Eric Omgba, Alboran Hotels & Hospitality; Brian Quinn, Sonesta International Hotels; Arun Rana, AccorHotels Group; Ludovica Rocchi, R Collection Hotels; Laura Roldán Saso, Hyatt International EAME, LLC; Sam Suleman, Equinox Hospitality; Barry Sullivan, Hilton Hotels Corporation; Stacy Shoemaker Rauen, Senior Vice President Design Group, Emerald/Editor in Chief, Hospitality Design, moderator Espace Patio sponsored by Hospitality Design/Boutique Design |
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| 4:00-5:00 pm | THE FUTURE OF F&B | |
| A dynamic conversation with global F&B leaders exploring the evolving landscape of food, beverage, and experiential dining. From cutting-edge culinary design and sustainability to digital integration and changing consumer expectations, this panel dives into the key trends and technologies shaping the future of food and beverage around the world. How are guest expectations are shifting post-pandemic and in a digital world? What are the emerging cuisines and fusion influences? Lee Birchall, Managing Director, DV8 Designs; Antoine Ménard, Chief Creative Officer, PARIS SOCIETY; Tim Mutton, Blacksheep; Heleri Rande, Partner, Think Hospitality, moderator St. Emilion sponsored by VISO |
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| 5:05-5:30 pm | BREAK |
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| 5:30-6:30 pm | Closing Keynote Speaker – Olivier Giraud |
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| HOW TO BECOME A PARISIAN IN ONE HOUR | ||
| Discover the fascinating and atypical journey of Olivier Giraud, a man who succeeded in turning a dream into reality! From cooking to acting, via the prestigious rooms of a luxury hotel in Florida, follow the journey of a passionate man determined to follow his dream.Go behind the scenes of his bold, never-before-seen creation, “How to become a Parisian in One Hour”, which defies expectations and celebrates cultural differences with humor and insight. Prepare to experience a multicultural journey through laughter, truths and sharing, embodied by a man who has followed his own path. Welcome to the captivating world of Olivier Giraud! Margaux sponsored by RODA for you |
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| 6:30-7:30 pm | Networking Champagne Reception Espace Patio |
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| 7:30 pm | Chai33 – Networking and Dinner – ticketed event sponsored by Material Bank |
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