One of the show ’ s exciting features is its collaboration with Wellbrook Hospitality to present the LEVENverse , a visually stunning virtual hotel in the metaverse . This innovative experience allows people from around the world to network and explore a digital hospitality wonderland .
The Independent Hotel Show is also partnering with sustainability consultant Sarah Duncan to launch the ESG Hub . Here , hoteliers can seek guidance and advice from experts on corporate sustainability , including organisations like mission : net zero , Planet Mark , Silent Night and Green Key .
The Business Solutions Bar presented by HOSPA & HMA returns for a second year , offering hoteliers access to consultants with expertise in various areas of the industry , a resource designed to provide practical advice to help hoteliers thrive in an everevolving market .
The Independent Hotel Show attracts a diverse group of independent and boutique hoteliers , from owners and managing directors to up-and-coming hospitality professionals , providing a platform for networking and building lasting industry connections .
Dean Sparrow , Hotel Manager at The Egerton House Hotel , comments : “ The Independent Hotel Show is a key date in my diary . Over the space of two days , it provides me with the opportunity to meet many existing and potentially new suppliers , as well as identifying new trends within the industry . Due to remote working , meeting face-to-face has become rarer but the importance of in-person encounters which build stronger connections cannot be undervalued .”
The Innovation Stage , in partnership with eviivo and designed by New Heritage Design , offers valuable insights into the latest developments in design , guest experiences , technology , and more . Janet Uttley , Head of Business Support Transformation at VisitEngland , and Kate Nicholls OBE , CEO of UKHospitality , will kick off Day One with updates on relevant legislation and initiatives .
The Hotel Business Stage , in partnership with HotelPartner and designed by Design Command , provides practical advice and actionable insights for attendees . Topics range from brand authenticity and service excellence to recruitment , refinancing , and the potential applications of AI in the hotel industry . Design Command ’ s innovative design will create a visually stunning and thought-provoking space for engaging discussions .
The show features a diverse range of suppliers showcasing their latest products and services . Visitors can meet with luxury linen and bedding supplier AURA DEMI , furniture brand SWYFT ,
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