The World of Hospitality Issue 60 2024 | Page 13

INDEPENDENT HOTEL SHOW
access to so many resources in one place at the Independent Hotel Show means we can see a lot in a short time . We have sourced several new suppliers and partners from the show and taken away some great ideas and new contacts !”
The theme of this year ’ s event is ‘ Beyond the Hustle and Bustle ’, giving hoteliers a chance to escape the day-to-day challenges of hotel management and embrace a holistic view of industry trends and future innovations . The theme will be reflected in the show ’ s design features and seminar programme , examining the role of hotels as a sanctuary for their guests and an escape from the everyday pressures of life .
On the show ’ s Hotel Business Stage , designed by Spacebrand , Philippa Wagner , Founder of PeoplePlacesSpaces , will be discussing travel trends for different generations of guest , while Fleet Street CEO Mark Stretton will be talking to UKHospitality CEO Kate Nicholls OBE about some of the expectations the hospitality industry should have for the new Labour government .
On the Innovation Stage , designed by Design Command , industry research agency STR will be presenting the latest version of its State of the Nation report , while Rita J Varga , CEO of RaizUp , Tanja Furby , Director of Openings & Transitions at Yotel , Rebecca Arthur , Global Director of Guest Experience at the Dorchester Collection , Nuala O ’ Sullivan , Senior Accessibility & Inclusive Design Consultant at Mima Group and Ana Costa , Senior Commercial Technology Manager at Queensway , will be discussing how to put inclusivity at the heart of the guest experience .
The show will be working with leading designers and studios to bring its features and stages to life , which this year include Design Command , Fibi Interiors , Luke Edwards Interior Design , Studio Atara , OMO Interiors , Spacebrand and Amit Dixit Design .
Guest at the show can also explore the future of hotel design in Room X and uncover the latest innovations in sustainability at the ESG Hub , curated by Independent Hotel Show ambassador and ESG consultant Sarah Duncan .
To find out more about everything happening at Independent Hotel Show 2024 , and to register for your complimentary trade ticket , visit www . independenthotelshow . co . uk .
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