Presenting Destination AI 2024!
Join us on September 26th and witness the power of AI in action!
Discover the cutting-edge intersection between artificial intelligence and the hospitality industry at our one-day conference. This meticulously crafted event will illuminate the profound impact AI is poised to have on hospitality in 2024 and beyond.
Throughout the day, speakers from renowned institutions, leading technology firms, and prominent hotel chains will delve into insightful discussions and real-world case studies. See firsthand how AI applications are transforming various departments within the hospitality space. Technology providers and their clients will showcase success stories, demonstrating how AI has made a tangible difference in their businesses.
Secure your place today and embark on a journey to unlock the transformative potential of AI in hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you on Thursday, September 26th, 2024 for an enlightening exploration of AI's impact on the future of hospitality.
Throughout the day, speakers from renowned institutions, leading technology firms, and prominent hotel chains will delve into insightful discussions and real-world case studies. See firsthand how AI applications are transforming various departments within the hospitality space. Technology providers and their clients will showcase success stories, demonstrating how AI has made a tangible difference in their businesses.
Secure your place today and embark on a journey to unlock the transformative potential of AI in hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you on Thursday, September 26th, 2024 for an enlightening exploration of AI's impact on the future of hospitality.
Location
Partnership for Public Service Conference Center
600 14th St NW Suite 600
Washington, DC 20005
600 14th St NW Suite 600
Washington, DC 20005
Date & Time
September 26, 2024, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Speakers
We are extremely excited to showcase our lineup of impressive speakers.
David Eisen
HOTELS magazine
Vice President & Editor-in-chief
Vice President & Editor-in-chief
Klaus Kohlmayr
IDEAS
CHIEF EVANGALIST & DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
CHIEF EVANGALIST & DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Jess Petitt
Hilton
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, Commercial strategy, Insights & Analytics
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, Commercial strategy, Insights & Analytics
Michael Mahar
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Senior Vice President, Head of technology & Digital Products
Senior Vice President, Head of technology & Digital Products
Shane O'Flaherty
Microsoft
Global Director, Travel, Transportation, Hospitality
Global Director, Travel, Transportation, Hospitality
Scot Hornick
Oliver Wyman
Partner
Partner
Jeanelle Johnson
PwC
DC Managing Partner, Hospitality Lead Client Partner
DC Managing Partner, Hospitality Lead Client Partner
Suzanna Chiu
Amadeus
Head of Amadeus Ventures
Head of Amadeus Ventures
Michael Lederman
THE LEADING HOTELS OF THE WORLD
VICE PRESIDENT, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
VICE PRESIDENT, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Janesh Patel
WYNDHAM HOTELS & RESORTS
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, GLOBAL CONTRACT CENTER & FRANCHISE SYSTEM SUPPORT
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, GLOBAL CONTRACT CENTER & FRANCHISE SYSTEM SUPPORT
Chinmai Sharma
Sabre
Global Head Lodging, Ground & Sea
Global Head Lodging, Ground & Sea
Nadine ElAshkar
LILO
CEO
CEO
Peter Seiff
AETHON
CEO, ST ENgineering
CEO, ST ENgineering
Stuart Greif
FORBES TRAVEL GUIDE
Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy, Innovation & Operating Officer
Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy, Innovation & Operating Officer
Cindy Estis Green
Kalibri Labs
CEO & Co-Founder
CEO & Co-Founder
Michael Frenkel
MFC PR
President
President
James Bishop
Siteminder
Vice President, Ecosystem & Strategic Partnerships
Vice President, Ecosystem & Strategic Partnerships
Stephanie Daniel
Legends
Co-Founder & CEO
Co-Founder & CEO
Chris Hemmeter
THAYER VENTUREs
Managing Director
Managing Director
Roopak Pati
Oppenheimer
Managing Director, Head of Travel Tech Banking
Managing Director, Head of Travel Tech Banking
Nitin Sood
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL
VICE PRESIDENT, HOMES & VILLAS BY MARRIOTT BONVOY
VICE PRESIDENT, HOMES & VILLAS BY MARRIOTT BONVOY
Ray Boyle
HYATT HOTELS
Vice President Data and Analytics
Vice President Data and Analytics
Ashwin Balu
IBM
Principal Manager, Customer Success Architects,
Data & AI, Automation, Security
Principal Manager, Customer Success Architects,
Data & AI, Automation, Security
Djordje Jevtic
OTA Sync
Co-founder & CEO
Co-founder & CEO
Amir Amidi
Plug & Play
Managing Partner, Travel and Hospitality Practice
Managing Partner, Travel and Hospitality Practice
Bill Daviau
Lighthouse
VP of Partnerships & Strategic Accounts
VP of Partnerships & Strategic Accounts
Jason Shames
NYU SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
- Professor of hotel distribution
Richard Eastburn
ASSA ABLOY
Senior director & HEAD OF PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
Senior director & HEAD OF PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
Andrei Papancea
NLX
CEO & Chief Product Officer
CEO & Chief Product Officer
Mihai Bote
HFTP South Florida
President, GenAI for Hospitality
President, GenAI for Hospitality
Shahar Goldboim
BOOM
FOUNDER & CEO
FOUNDER & CEO
Kelly McGuire
ZS
Principal
Principal
Christopher Anderson
Cornell University
Professor SC Johnson College of Business
Professor SC Johnson College of Business
Rikhil Bajaj
Tarsadia Investments
Head of Software & Fintech
Head of Software & Fintech
Micah Estis Green
Tailos
FOUNDER & CEO
FOUNDER & CEO
Braeden Flaherty
Aidaptive
Global Head of Hospitality
Global Head of Hospitality
Daniel Fischer
KPMG
Principal, Strategy - Travel, Leisure & Hospitality Lead
Principal, Strategy - Travel, Leisure & Hospitality Lead
Brenna Halliday
HOST HOTELS
VICE PRESIDENT, Strategic Insight
VICE PRESIDENT, Strategic Insight
Harriet Brown
MOBI
Vice President Product
Vice President Product
Anil Aggarwal
Milestone
CEO
CEO
Omri Shalev
REECO
Co-Founder & CTO
Co-Founder & CTO
Michael French
RoomRunner
CEO
CEO
Sanjeev Shetty
HelloGuard Robotics
CEO
CEO
Andrew Feinberg
Timelooper
Co-Founder & Principal
Co-Founder & Principal
Yigit Yigiter
TimeLooper
CEO& FOUNDER
CEO& FOUNDER
George Roukas
GAIPAN
President
President
Gaurav Sharma
Mosaic
Founder
Founder
Aria Aydin
GuestGenie
CTO
CTO
James Russell
MObi
Chief Product & Engineering Officer
Chief Product & Engineering Officer
Brian Levine
Hotels Magazine
Publisher
Publisher
Interested in speaking at or sponsoring the event?
Please reach out to Nazpari Aydin at Tel: 949-689-0081 or [email protected]
Please reach out to Nazpari Aydin at Tel: 949-689-0081 or [email protected]
Schedule
Agenda Highlights:
(Being finalized)
7:30 - 9:00 AM: Registration and Breakfast
9:00 - 9:05 AM: Kick-Off
David Eisen, VP & Editor-In-Chief, HOTELS Magazine
9:05 - 9:20 AM: Introduction to AI
A common framework for understanding AI
Chris Anderson, Professor SC Johnson College of Business, Cornell University
9:20 - 9:50 AM: Keynote Research Presentation
Generative AI's Influence on Leisure Traveler Behaviors
Discover key insights from Oliver Wyman's Leisure Travel Survey.
Scot Hornick, Partner, Oliver Wyman
9:50- 10:25 AM: Generative AI and the Business of Hospitality
Moderator: Michael Frenkel, President, MCF PR
Panelists: Shane O’Flaherty, Global Director, Travel, Transportation, & Hospitality, Microsoft
Chris Hemmeter, Managing Director, Thayer Ventures
George Roukas, President, Gaipan
Jess Petitt, SVP Commercial strategy, Insights & Analytics, Hilton
10:25 - 10:40 AM: From Data to Delight: Crafting Personalized Guest Journeys with AI - Case Study Presentation by TimeLooper
Andrew Feinberg, Principal, TimeLooper
Yigit Yigiter, Principal, TimeLooper
10:40 - 10:55 AM: Break/Networking
10:55 - 11:30 AM: Revenue Management Strategies with AI
Delve into the use of predictive analytics and dynamic pricing to drive revenue, optimize revenue and occupancy rates in hotels. Learn from industry experts and solution providers.
Moderator: Jason Shames, Professor of Hotel Distribution, NYU School of Professional Studies
Panelists: Klaus Kohlmayr, Chief Evangelist and Development Officer, IdeaS Revenue Solutions
Chinmai Sharma, Global Head Lodging, Ground and Sea, Sabre
Cindy Estis Green, Co-founder and CEO, Kalibri Labs
James Bishop, VP Ecosystem and Strategic Partnerships, Siteminder
11:30 - 11:45 PM: Revolutionizing Hotel Search with Collaborative AI - Case Study Presentation by Mobi
Harriet Brown, VP Product, Mobi
James Russell, Chief Product & Engineering Officer, Mobi
11:45 - 12:15 PM: The Rise of Hotel Robots: Efficiency Meets Innovation
Discuss the growing role of robotics in hotels, highlighting how these innovations are driving efficiency while enhancing guest services and operational capabilities.
Moderator: Sanjeev Shetty, CEO, HelloGuard Robotics
Panelists: Micah Estis Green, Founder & CEO, Tailos
Michael French, CEO, RoomRunner
Peter Seiff, CEO, ST Engineering, Aethon
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM: Lunch Break
1:15 - 1:50 PM: Large Chains and Operators Adapting to AI
Explore how major hotel chains are integrating AI into their operations to stay competitive in the evolving landscape.
Moderator: Jeanelle Johnson, DC Managing Partner, PwC
Panelists: Ray Boyle, VP Data and Analytics, Hyatt Hotels
Nitin Sood, VP Digital Innovation and HVMB products, Marriott International
Mike Mahar, SVP, Head of Technology and Digital Products, Wyndham Hotels
Jess Petitt, SVP, Commercial strategy, Insights & Analytics, Hilton
1:50 - 2:20 PM: AI Driven Marketing Innovations
Discover cutting-edge AI technologies and their transformative impact on marketing strategies and innovations.
Moderator: Kelly McGuire, Principal, ZS
Panelists: Stephanie Daniel, CEO, Legends
Braeden Flaherty, Global Head of Hospitality, Aidaptive
Bill Daviau, VP of Partnerships & Strategic Accounts at Lighthouse
Djordje Jevtic, Co-founder & CEO, OTA Sync
2:20 -2:35 PM: Practical Applications for AI in Marketing Innovation - Case Study Presentation by Milestone
Anil Aggarwal, CEO, Milestone
2:35- 3:10 PM AI-Driven Operations: Enhancing Efficiency in Hospitality
Learn how AI is revolutionizing hotel operations, from streamlining booking processes to inventory management.
Moderator: Brenna Halliday, VP Strategic Insight, Host Hotels & Resorts
Panelists: Michael Lederman, VP information Technology, The Leading Hotels of the World
Janesh Patel, SVP, Global Contract Center and Franchise System Support, Wyndham Hotels
Nadine Elashkar, CEO, LILO
Omri Shalev, Co-Founder & CTO, Reeco
3:10- 3:25 PM: Break/Networking
3:25 - 4:00 PM: Personalized Hospitality: The Future of Guest Experience
Explore how cutting-edge AI and personalized technologies are revolutionizing guest experiences in the hospitality industry.
Moderator: Daniel Fischer, Principal, Strategy - Travel, Leisure and Hospitality Lead, KPMG
Panelists: Shahar Goldboim, CEO, BOOM
Aria Aydin, CEO, GuestGenie
Andrei Papancea, CEO, NLX
Gaurav B Sharma, Founder, MOSAIC
4:00- 4:35 PM: Future Trends and Innovations in AI for Hospitality
Gain a glimpse into the future of AI in hospitality, including emerging technologies and their potential impact on hotel operations. Hear from VC and PE investment firms.
Moderator: Stuart Greif, EVP, Chief Strategy, Innovation and Operating Officer, Forbes Travel Guide
Panelists: Amir Amidi, Managing Partner Travel & Hospitality Practice, Plug and Play
Suzanna Chiu, Head of Amadeus Ventures, Amadeus
Roopak Pati, Managing Director Head of Travel Tech Banking, Oppenheimer
Rikhil Bajaj, Head of Software & FinTech, Tarsadia Investments
4:35 - 5:00 PM: AI and Guest Safety/Security
Learn about AI-powered solutions for enhancing safety and security measures in hotels. Explore the latest advancements in emergency response and threat detection.
Moderator: Mihai Bote, President, GenAI for hospitality
Panelist: Ashwin Balu, Principal Manager, Data & AI, Automation, Security, IBM
Richard Eastburn, Senior Director and Head of Product management, Assa Abloy
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights, network with peers, and stay ahead of the curve in the era of AI-driven hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you to Destination AI!
(Being finalized)
7:30 - 9:00 AM: Registration and Breakfast
9:00 - 9:05 AM: Kick-Off
David Eisen, VP & Editor-In-Chief, HOTELS Magazine
9:05 - 9:20 AM: Introduction to AI
A common framework for understanding AI
Chris Anderson, Professor SC Johnson College of Business, Cornell University
9:20 - 9:50 AM: Keynote Research Presentation
Generative AI's Influence on Leisure Traveler Behaviors
Discover key insights from Oliver Wyman's Leisure Travel Survey.
Scot Hornick, Partner, Oliver Wyman
9:50- 10:25 AM: Generative AI and the Business of Hospitality
Moderator: Michael Frenkel, President, MCF PR
Panelists: Shane O’Flaherty, Global Director, Travel, Transportation, & Hospitality, Microsoft
Chris Hemmeter, Managing Director, Thayer Ventures
George Roukas, President, Gaipan
Jess Petitt, SVP Commercial strategy, Insights & Analytics, Hilton
10:25 - 10:40 AM: From Data to Delight: Crafting Personalized Guest Journeys with AI - Case Study Presentation by TimeLooper
Andrew Feinberg, Principal, TimeLooper
Yigit Yigiter, Principal, TimeLooper
10:40 - 10:55 AM: Break/Networking
10:55 - 11:30 AM: Revenue Management Strategies with AI
Delve into the use of predictive analytics and dynamic pricing to drive revenue, optimize revenue and occupancy rates in hotels. Learn from industry experts and solution providers.
Moderator: Jason Shames, Professor of Hotel Distribution, NYU School of Professional Studies
Panelists: Klaus Kohlmayr, Chief Evangelist and Development Officer, IdeaS Revenue Solutions
Chinmai Sharma, Global Head Lodging, Ground and Sea, Sabre
Cindy Estis Green, Co-founder and CEO, Kalibri Labs
James Bishop, VP Ecosystem and Strategic Partnerships, Siteminder
11:30 - 11:45 PM: Revolutionizing Hotel Search with Collaborative AI - Case Study Presentation by Mobi
Harriet Brown, VP Product, Mobi
James Russell, Chief Product & Engineering Officer, Mobi
11:45 - 12:15 PM: The Rise of Hotel Robots: Efficiency Meets Innovation
Discuss the growing role of robotics in hotels, highlighting how these innovations are driving efficiency while enhancing guest services and operational capabilities.
Moderator: Sanjeev Shetty, CEO, HelloGuard Robotics
Panelists: Micah Estis Green, Founder & CEO, Tailos
Michael French, CEO, RoomRunner
Peter Seiff, CEO, ST Engineering, Aethon
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM: Lunch Break
1:15 - 1:50 PM: Large Chains and Operators Adapting to AI
Explore how major hotel chains are integrating AI into their operations to stay competitive in the evolving landscape.
Moderator: Jeanelle Johnson, DC Managing Partner, PwC
Panelists: Ray Boyle, VP Data and Analytics, Hyatt Hotels
Nitin Sood, VP Digital Innovation and HVMB products, Marriott International
Mike Mahar, SVP, Head of Technology and Digital Products, Wyndham Hotels
Jess Petitt, SVP, Commercial strategy, Insights & Analytics, Hilton
1:50 - 2:20 PM: AI Driven Marketing Innovations
Discover cutting-edge AI technologies and their transformative impact on marketing strategies and innovations.
Moderator: Kelly McGuire, Principal, ZS
Panelists: Stephanie Daniel, CEO, Legends
Braeden Flaherty, Global Head of Hospitality, Aidaptive
Bill Daviau, VP of Partnerships & Strategic Accounts at Lighthouse
Djordje Jevtic, Co-founder & CEO, OTA Sync
2:20 -2:35 PM: Practical Applications for AI in Marketing Innovation - Case Study Presentation by Milestone
Anil Aggarwal, CEO, Milestone
2:35- 3:10 PM AI-Driven Operations: Enhancing Efficiency in Hospitality
Learn how AI is revolutionizing hotel operations, from streamlining booking processes to inventory management.
Moderator: Brenna Halliday, VP Strategic Insight, Host Hotels & Resorts
Panelists: Michael Lederman, VP information Technology, The Leading Hotels of the World
Janesh Patel, SVP, Global Contract Center and Franchise System Support, Wyndham Hotels
Nadine Elashkar, CEO, LILO
Omri Shalev, Co-Founder & CTO, Reeco
3:10- 3:25 PM: Break/Networking
3:25 - 4:00 PM: Personalized Hospitality: The Future of Guest Experience
Explore how cutting-edge AI and personalized technologies are revolutionizing guest experiences in the hospitality industry.
Moderator: Daniel Fischer, Principal, Strategy - Travel, Leisure and Hospitality Lead, KPMG
Panelists: Shahar Goldboim, CEO, BOOM
Aria Aydin, CEO, GuestGenie
Andrei Papancea, CEO, NLX
Gaurav B Sharma, Founder, MOSAIC
4:00- 4:35 PM: Future Trends and Innovations in AI for Hospitality
Gain a glimpse into the future of AI in hospitality, including emerging technologies and their potential impact on hotel operations. Hear from VC and PE investment firms.
Moderator: Stuart Greif, EVP, Chief Strategy, Innovation and Operating Officer, Forbes Travel Guide
Panelists: Amir Amidi, Managing Partner Travel & Hospitality Practice, Plug and Play
Suzanna Chiu, Head of Amadeus Ventures, Amadeus
Roopak Pati, Managing Director Head of Travel Tech Banking, Oppenheimer
Rikhil Bajaj, Head of Software & FinTech, Tarsadia Investments
4:35 - 5:00 PM: AI and Guest Safety/Security
Learn about AI-powered solutions for enhancing safety and security measures in hotels. Explore the latest advancements in emergency response and threat detection.
Moderator: Mihai Bote, President, GenAI for hospitality
Panelist: Ashwin Balu, Principal Manager, Data & AI, Automation, Security, IBM
Richard Eastburn, Senior Director and Head of Product management, Assa Abloy
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights, network with peers, and stay ahead of the curve in the era of AI-driven hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you to Destination AI!
Location
Partnership for Public Service Conference Center
600 14th St NW Suite 600
Washington, DC 20005
600 14th St NW Suite 600
Washington, DC 20005
Thank you to our sponsors!
Interested in sponsoring?
For more information on exhibiting, branding opportunities and how to customize your event experience, contact Nazpari Aydin.
Tel: 949-689-0081 or [email protected]
Tel: 949-689-0081 or [email protected]