TopHotel Conference 2024

The hospitality industry is constantly changing, influenced by technological advancements and consumer preferences. Despite these transformations, the quality of services and facilities offered to customers remains a fundamental aspect of success in this field.

In 2024, strategies for specialists need to focus on personalizing the customer experience and sustainability. We will discuss all these topics at the flagship event, TopHotel Conference 2024, on May 28-29, at the JW Marriott Hotel in Bucharest, alongside opinion leaders ready to debate the latest trends and challenges in the industry.

With a comprehensive agenda, the conference will provide an opportunity to gain essential insights from the most recognized investors, top company representatives, and international experts, who will present current perspectives and unique ideas to inspire and guide participants in making strategic decisions for the future of their businesses. Additionally, the event will offer an excellent platform for networking and exchanging ideas, facilitating professional development in a constructive manner.

EVENT STRUCTURE

TopHotel Conference brings to the forefront two captivating days of conferences, complemented by an unmissable awards gala.

TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2024
09:00 - 17:00: Hotel Investments: Connecting with Brands

On the first day of the event, the conference brings together representatives from major hotel brands and local and international investors to discuss changes in the hospitality industry and explore future growth opportunities in the sector. Throughout the day, they will identify common strategies to tackle industry challenges and share their successful experiences to foster collaboration and development in the hotel sector.

TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2024
11:00 - 15:00: We Are All Connected: Romania, Bulgaria, and Moldova, Roadmap for Sustainable Tourism Development

The second conference of the day, running parallel to "Hotel Investments: Connecting with Brands," focuses on exploring and promoting ways in which Romania, Bulgaria, and Moldova can collaborate to develop sustainable tourism. From investment perspectives and airline industry strategies to partnerships in developing rural and gastronomic tourism, we will explore a wide range of topics relevant to building a sustainable and prosperous tourism environment.

TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2024
19:00 - 22:30: TopHotel Awards Ceremony

At the end of the conference, an awards gala will take place, recognizing the best projects and professionals and highlighting exceptional achievements.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29, 2024
09:00 - 15:00: Hotel Performance: The Art of Transforming Hotel Investment into Exceptional Destinations

On the second day, the conference will delve into the operational aspects of the local hospitality universe, focusing on unit management and successful examples. This day highlights connections between players in the hospitality industry, providing examples of how businesses in tourism can differentiate themselves and create memorable experiences.

SPEAKERS AT THE 2024 EDITION

Experts with extensive experience in the hospitality industry, both locally and internationally, will be present on stage at the latest edition of the TopHotel Conference. Among the speakers are:

• Patrick Mendes (CEO Europe & North Africa, Accor)
• Giovanni Valentini (Chief Executive Officer, Apex Alliance Hotel Management)
• Juan Gallardo (Director Of Hotel Intelligence - Resorts And Southern Europe, HotStats)
• Marina Begletsova (Area Manager, Booking.com)
• Alex Robinson (Director, Industry Partners, STR)
• David Jenkins (Vice President Business Development, Radisson Hotel Group)
• Takuya Aoyama (Vice President For Development, Hyatt International (EAME) LLC)
• Riad Haidar (Partner Hotel Division, One United Properties)
• Adam Konieczny (International Hospitality Director, Indotek Group)
• Vassilis Themelidis (Regional Director South & East Europe, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts)
• Christophe Chamboncel (Executive Director, Niro Investment Group)
• Ivan Kiseev (Senior Development Director EE & CIS, Marriott International)
• Brigita Aleksandraviciute (Development Director, Apex Alliance Hotel Management)
• Malgorzata Morek (Senior Director Development Central & Eastern Europe, Hilton)
• Calin Ile (Senior Partner, Premier Hospitality)
• Adrian Craioveanu (EMEA Concept Sales Coordinator, EPTA GROUP)
• Nina Moldovan (General Manager & President Of The Board, Radisson Blu Cluj)
• Andreea Balaj (Director General, Transilvania Trek)
• Mircea Drăghici (Managing Partner, Est Hospitality Consulting)
• Simona Constantinescu (CEO, Ana Hotels)
• Elena Dragu (Senior Partner, Cumulus)
• Alexandra Dumoulin (Director, HVS)
• Alina Vlădulescu (Hospitality Professional)
• Miguel Martins (Head Of Development Northern Europe, IHG Hotels & Resorts)
• Robert Eșanu (Director Of Development Romania & Moldova, Mogotel)
• Tsvetelina Nikolova (Managing Director, Katarzyna Estate & Platinum Brands - Bulgaria)
• Andre Kaufmann (Senior Director Business Development, TrustYou)
• Attila Joos (Chief Executive Officer & General Manager, Aro Palace)
• Ivaylo Kozhuharov (CEO, Hotel Experts Intelligent Hospitality Solutions - Bulgaria)
• Dayana Kanazireva (Development Director, Okol Lake Park & Member Of The Advisory Board, Bulgarian Green Building Council & Managing Director, D.Trust - Bulgaria)

More details about registration, the program, and the complete list of speakers for this edition are available at www.tophotelconference.ro.

TopHotel 2024 is an event organized by Evensys in partnership with Epta Daas, Technogym, Radisson Hotel Group, Marriott International, Daikin, Accor, Philips, D-edge, Calirom, MultiSoft, Nespresso, Niro Investment Group, Bit Soft, Diversey, Premier Hospitality, Robotic Solutions, Beciul Domnesc, Wyndham, Assa Abloy, 4 Service, and TrustYou.