Highlights from
HITEC
The World’s Largest
Hospitality Tech Show
The Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition &
Conference (HITEC) is a four-day event, complete
with expert speakers and an unrivaled list of exhibitors.
Hosted by the Hospitality Financial and Technology
Professionals (HFTP), the event this year was
outstanding as always – drawing over 6,000 attendees,
nearly 400 exhibiting companies, and over 850 booths
set-up in the exhibit hall.
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By Patricia Walton
Three dynamic general sessions highlighted the
educational portion of the event. The first day kicked
off with the Opening Keynote presentation “Beyond
Tomorrow: The Human Revolution” by Chris Riddell, an
award-winning global futurist and industry-recognized
inspirational speaker. Riddel is an expert commentator
about media, technology, and emerging digital trends in
our super-connected world.