The 2024 hospitality show begins with the GM Summit and an inspirational session with José Andrés

(MENAFN– GlobeNewsWire – Nasdaq ) SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Questex and the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) celebrated the successful launch of The Hospitality Show (The Show), the industry leader. technology and event operations. The second annual event, which takes place this week at Henry B. González convention The San Antonio, Texas, center kicked off AHLA’s annual GM Summit, which recognizes the top achievements of the CEOs who are the backbone of the industry.

Setting the tone for a theme of streamlining operational efficiency and driving profitability for the entire hospitality industry, the program continued with the panel “Navigating the Dynamics of Ownership and Management,” moderated by Chirag Shah, Executive Vice President of Federal and Policy Affairs and Counsel, AHLA . The session explored the complex dynamics between management, ownership and franchising. Kevin Jacobs, CFO and President of Global Development, Hilton and Mitch Patel, Founder and CEO, Vision Hospitality Group discussed the power of unity, strategic partnerships and the benefits of aligning these relationships.

This was followed by a powerful keynote presentation by José Andrés, chef, restaurateur and humanitarian. Titled “Changing the World Through the Power of Food,” Andrés shared his passion for inspiring positive change, encouraging the audience to join him in using food as a force for good.

Hospitality owners, operators, management companies, developers, asset managers, procurement leaders and technology innovators later gathered at the Welcome Reception, sponsored by DIRECTV® HOSPITALITY, at the Tobin Center for the Performing Arts. In honor of San Antonio’s iconic Day of the Dead celebration, the reception had a festive Día de los Muertos theme, celebrating the city’s rich culture and heritage.

The show continues tomorrow, Tuesday, October 29, with the grand opening of Exhibit Floor 2024. Attendees are invited to explore more than 400 vendors offering the latest operational and technology solutions aimed at streamlining performance and increasing profitability.

To learn more, visit thehospitalityshow.com and follow The Show on Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and X .

About The Hospitality Show
The Hospitality Show is an event for the entire hospitality ecosystem with one goal: to operate hotels more efficiently and profitably. Produced by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Questex, the event brings together top industry leaders, senior hotel brand executives, owners, operators, management companies, procurement professionals and their teams. The Hospitality Show 2024 takes place October 28-30 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer . Questex brings people together in markets that help people live better : hospitality and wellness; industries that help people live longer : life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and power them new experiences . We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by information about data and digital communities. We offer experience and real results. It happens here.

About AHLA
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) is America’s largest hotel association, representing more than 30,000 members across all industry segments nationwide – including iconic global brands, 80% of all franchised hotels and the 16 largest hospitality companies in the U.S. Headquartered in the US in Washington, DC, AHLA focuses on strategic advocacy, communications support and workforce development programs to advance the industry. Learn more at .

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