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Austin Hospitality Conference

The Future of Hotels and Restaurants in ATX & Surrounding Areas

Event Ended On: Wednesday August 16 2023

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Speakers and Panels

From Hospitality to Gastronomy

The Growing Influence of Restaurants and Diverse Revenue Streams in Hotels

David Merritt
Embassy Suites and Motto by Hilton Hotel Tower

David Merritt

President, Merritt Development Group

Elevating The Consumer Experience

Trends in Hospitality, New Developments, Evolving Amenities and More!

Channing Henry

Channing Henry

Managing Director - Head of US, PKF Hospitality
Soraya Spencer
Vineyard at Florence

Soraya Spencer

SVP, Hospitality, Hoque Global

What You'll Learn at this Hotel & Restaurant Focused Commercial Real Estate Conference

What You’ll Learn From Hospitality CRE Leaders:

  • What are the emerging trends and developments in nature-centric hospitality experiences, and how are they reshaping the consumer experience?
  • How do events with economic influence impact the hospitality sector in Texas, considering the financial challenges faced by events like South by Southwest compared to pre-pandemic levels?
  • What are the potential business benefits for hoteliers and investors in developing nature-centric hospitality projects, and how can they effectively market these experiences to attract and engage consumers?
  • What are the various revenue streams that hoteliers are leveraging to ensure financial sustainability and maximize profitability?
  • Where is the demand for leisure travel heading, and what are the specific implications for boutique and luxury hotels and resorts in response to this trend?
  • How does sports contribute to the hospitality industry, particularly in relation to Dallas being ranked as the number 1 and Austin as the number 23 best sports cities according to the Sports Business Journal?
  • What unique features and services do nature-centric hospitality properties offer to enhance the consumer experience and foster a deeper connection with nature?
  • What factors are driving the increasing trend of businesses focusing on hotel restaurants within the hospitality sector, and what benefits do they offer for both the businesses and their customers?

 

How You’ll Do More Business: Join us for an exclusive event where we delve into the latest trends and developments shaping the hospitality industry in Texas. Gain valuable insights into the emerging nature-centric hospitality experiences and their transformative impact on consumers while learning more about the diverse revenue streams leveraged by industry-leading hoteliers to ensure financial sustainability and maximize profitability. Hotel developers and owners can gain insights on the highest and best land use analyses, capital strategies and fundraising services, brand positioning and negotiation, and planning and development services. How is the demand for leisure travel, sports and events impacting hospitality in Texas? Hear from top owners, developers, tenants and investors as they talk about the Hospitality market. Find out what developments are taking place and how Austin can be a catalyst for more leisure activity.

 

Key Projects & Recognition From Our Panelists:

Vineyard at Florence - Hoque Global

Thomas Ranch

Embassy Suites and Motto by Hilton - Merritt Development Group

TownPlace Suites Hotel - Humble Origins Hospitality Management

Canyon Ranch Austin - Canyon Ranch

Hilton Garden Inn Central Austin -  Lodgic Hospitality

Award Winning Restaurant Group - Hai Hospitality

 

Who You'll Network With At This Event: Brokers, owners, developers, investors, construction, designers, architects, financial professionals, government officials and more CRE decision-makers!

  

Why You Should Attend This Session: Bisnow events bring together the biggest power players in the industry to identify opportunities, build your network and expand your business. With the largest audience of commercial real estate professionals in the world, no one knows how to help your business more than us.

   

For questions, recommendations, comments, or press inquiries please email our Director of Operations Sophie McCourt at sophie.mccourt@bisnow.com 

To request disability-related accommodations, please contact shannon.dearaujo@bisnow.com no later than 7 business days prior to the event.

Venue

Sheraton Austin Hotel at the Capital
701 E 11th St
Austin, TX 78701

Ballroom: Grand Ballroom A-H

 

Parking Information:

Daily Self-parking
0-4 Hours $20
4-8 Hours $30
8+ Hours $42

Daily Valet Parking
0-4 Hours $25
4-8 Hours $35
8+ Hours $49

Overnight Guest
Self-parking $42
Valet Parking $49

Other nearby parking options not associated with the hotel:
• Street parking behind the hotel operated by City of Austin, Park ATX. Rates vary and can be checked on the Park ATX app.
• Parking lot one block behind the hotel that is independently owned. Their rates vary depending on the daily market. The address for this lot is 703 E 9th St Parking.

 
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Agenda

Time Activity
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
Breakfast & Networking
9:00 AM
9:45 AM
From Hospitality to Gastronomy
The Growing Influence of Restaurants and Diverse Revenue Streams in Hotels
9:45 AM
10:00 AM
Networking Break
10:00 AM
10:45 AM
Elevating The Consumer Experience
Trends in Hospitality, New Developments, Evolving Amenities and More!
10:45 AM
11:15 AM
Closing Networking

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