HOTCO is a leading hotel investment conference in Europe, focusing on development hotspots: Central and Eastern Europe and Beyond. Set for Jan 29-30, 2024, it unites investors, developers, hotel companies, and industry experts to explore trends, foster creativity, and discuss hotel deals.
Now in its seventh edition, HOTCO has become more than an annual event; it is a vibrant hub for hospitality leaders, fostering industry growth, networking, and key investments since its 2016 inception.
HOTCO7 proudly announces Hyatt as its strategic sponsor. Joining the ranks are esteemed sponsors like Marriott, Accor, Wyndham, Radisson, Hilton and BWH Hotels, showcasing the industry's continued backing.
The event unveils an exciting lineup of sessions. Kickstarted by Austria’s State Secretary of Tourism, Mag. Susanne Kraus-Winkler, the agenda promises engaging dialogues at the heart of hospitality's evolution.
Sessions like "What product types hotel brands promote – can they influence developers?" probe the intricate dance between hotel brands and developers.
"Experience is the new location, location, location" ignites a paradigm shift in understanding guest expectations and their market impact.
A presentation by STR, will be revealing why lifestyle hotels are industry frontrunners.
Panels such as "Human capital and ROI" spotlight the often-overlooked crucial role of employees in hotel operations.
"C Suite – Surviving and striving in turmoil" showcases leaders and how they navigate the high seas of industry challenges and formulate solutions for success. Explorations into resorts, health, luxury, and new traveler needs add depth to understanding the changes ahead.
HOTCO7 also offers a deep dive into the anatomy of luxury market deals and a comprehensive look at CEE hotel performance and investment strategy discussions encompass private equity, consolidation, and geopolitics’ effects on investments.
The event does not shy away from the nitty-gritty of development costs, feasibility, design, financing, branding, and ESG factors to find solutions to develop.
Finally, "Meet the money" stands out, tackling hotel project financing in a high-cost, inflationary climate.
HOTCO7 is more than a conference; it's a convergence point for hospitality's brightest minds to network and shape the future. Join this gathering of influencers on January 29-30, 2024, at Andaz Vienna am Belvedere, and be part of unfolding the future of hospitality.
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