Elevating Hospitality and Destination Excellence | Evolution of hospitality, tourism, and destination development

14 Oct 2026
Main Stage
Paid - Global Investment & Real Estate Capital Summit
Explore what investors seek in hospitality ventures and the financing options that maximize growth. Discussion will cover impact of mega events and their legacies, hotel investments in major projects, and current trends shaping luxury tourism. Also examine opportunities in mature markets, investment protection amid change, and the role of disruptive technologies transforming the sector.
Chairperson
Chip Rogers
Chip Rogers, Former President & CEO - American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA)
Speakers
Ludwig Bouldoukian
Ludwig Bouldoukian, Regional Vice President, Development, Middle East and Africa - Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Liam Findlay
Liam Findlay, Chief Executive Officer - Miral Destinations
Imad BARRAKAD
Imad BARRAKAD, Chairman & CEO - Moroccan Agency for Tourism Development (SMIT)