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Hospitality Net
13-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia Officially Opens in Riyadh
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia 2025 is officially underway at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, taking place from 11-13 May. Under the theme 'Where Vision Shapes Opportunity,' FHS Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom's most influential hospitality investment conference, brings together hospitality leaders, investors and decision-makers to discuss hotel performance and development, the outlook for hospitality investment in the Kingdom and the key market trends driving the sector. The official opening remarks were delivered this morning by His Highness Prince Bandar bin Saud bin Khalid Al Saud, Secretary General, King Faisal Foundation (KFF) and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Al Khozama Investment Company. Hospitality in Saudi Arabia is no longer just about infrastructure or service - it's about identity, culture, talent, and future leadership. It is about creating opportunities for the people of this country to tell their story, and to shape the experience of those who come to discover it. HH Prince Bandar bin Saud bin Khalid, Secretary General, King Faisal Foundation The address was delivered in the distinguished presence of Mahmoud Abdulhadi, Deputy minister of tourism for destination enablement, Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia, who also took to the stage to discuss 'Where Vision Shapes Opportunity'. The FHS Saudi Arabia program, which covers everything from start-ups to staffing and innovation to investment over three days, features 150+ speakers across 80 sessions in 18 different content tracks, covering key themes including Investment, Financing & Real Estate, Destination Development, Technology & Innovation, Sustainability & ESG, and Luxury, F&B and Experiential Hospitality. We are delighted to be back at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, thanks to our host sponsor Al Khozama Investment and look forward to a very exciting few days of strong debate and valuable insights from the region's most respected and experienced leaders to help shape the future of our industry. Jonathan Worsley, Chairman of The Bench, organizer of FHS Saudi Arabia Khalid Saud AbuHaimed, Chief Executive Officer, Al Khozama Investment, commented: Our partnership with FHS reflects our belief in the power of hospitality to drive opportunity and excellence. The event kicked off yesterday with the launch of the NextGen: Investment Forum, a brand new, first-of-its-kind event that tackled the key issues and opportunities surrounding education, training, and talent retention in Saudi Arabia's hospitality industry. With 1 million new tourism jobs predicted by 2030 and 320,000 new hotel rooms, investing in the next generation of leaders in hospitality is fundamental to delivering KSA's Vision 2030 goals. The action-packed agenda features a wide variety of session formats from main stage keynotes, panel discussions and exclusive leadership conversations, master classes, roundtable discussions and networking sessions. In addition to the main conference programme a record number of signing ceremonies for new projects and partnerships are set to take place this year, following USD$ 1.1 billion in business opportunities announced at FHS Saudi Arabia in 2024. About The Bench The Bench has built a legacy as a global curator of opportunity, designing transformative forums and summits that empower the hospitality and travel industries to connect, innovate, and thrive. With over two decades of expertise, The Bench creates platforms that go beyond transactions to inspire collaboration and drive meaningful change. Each event brings together government leaders, tourism ministries, global travel associations, leading hospitality brands, hotel owners and investors, airlines, destination developers, and more. From flagship gatherings like FHS World (formerly AHIC) and FHS Saudi Arabia, to the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) and AviaDev, The Bench creates events where ideas spark, relationships deepen, and investments take flight. The Bench thrives on fostering dynamic and forward-looking dialogues, uniting industry pioneers to address challenges, seize opportunities, and co-create the future. Each event is crafted to deliver more than just connections - it's about transforming ideas into action and building a better tomorrow. Discover more at About FHS Saudi Arabia Dates: 11-13 May 2025 Location: Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Sponsors: Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh and Al Khozama Investment as Host Sponsors; Tourism Development Fund (TDF) as Enablement Partner; Taiba Investments as Founding Partner; Ministry of Tourism as Strategic Enabler; Al Rajhi Bank, Amsa Hospitality, Baraka for Real Estate Development & Investment Company, Elaf Group, NEOM, Red Sea Global, Rua Al Madinah, Saudi Icon, The Ascott, and as Strategic Partners; Accor, BWH Hotels, ClubMed, IHG, Marriott International, Radisson Hotel Group, Rotana, and Sommet Education as Headline Sponsors; Aleph Hospitality, ARC-IDC, Ark People Solutions, AtkinsRealis, Baker McKenzie, CBRE, Colliers, Compass Project Consulting, Deloitte, ELE|NA, Growth Partner, H World International, Horwath HTL, IHCL, Jabal Omar, JLL, JT+P, Knight Frank, Louvre Hotels Group, Minor Hotels, Quo, Story Hospitality, STR, The First Group Hospitality, United Hospitality Management, and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts as Sponsors; Al Tanfeethi as Hospitality Partner; Rikaz as Experiential Developer; Aristara, Dusit International, Hospitality Chain Co, Hospitality Management Holding, Melia Hotels International, Neo Leap, Rove Hotels, Shaza Hotels, Sophos Hotels, Time Hotels, Trustangle, TV5Monde, Valor Hospitality Partners, and WhiteWater as Exhibitors; Aquivio, Intello AI, and The Natural Bottle as Startup Sponsors. Anne Bleeker In2 Consulting +971 56 603 0886 The Bench
Tourism Breaking News
13-05-2025
- Business
- Tourism Breaking News
Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia officially opens in Riyadh with over 1000 senior decision-makers, 200 investors and 150 expert speakers have convened in the capital for the 2025 edition
Post Views: 95 The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia 2025 officially opened under the theme 'Where Vision Shapes Opportunity,' FHS Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom's most influential hospitality investment conference, bringing together hospitality leaders, investors and decision-makers to discuss hotel performance and development, the outlook for hospitality investment in the Kingdom and the key market trends driving the sector. The official opening remarks were delivered this morning by His Highness Prince Bandar bin Saud bin Khalid Al Saud, Secretary General, King Faisal Foundation (KFF) and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Al Khozama Investment Company. 'Hospitality in Saudi Arabia is no longer just about infrastructure or service – it's about identity, culture, talent, and future leadership. It is about creating opportunities for the people of this country to tell their story, and to shape the experience of those who come to discover it.' HH Prince Bandar bin Saud bin Khalid, Secretary General, King Faisal Foundation. The address was delivered in the distinguished presence of Mahmoud Abdulhadi, Deputy minister of tourism for destination enablement, Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia, who also took to the stage to discuss 'Where Vision Shapes Opportunity'. The FHS Saudi Arabia program, which covers everything from start-ups to staffing and innovation to investment over three days, features 150+ speakers across 80 sessions in 18 different content tracks, covering key themes including Investment, Financing & Real Estate, Destination Development, Technology & Innovation, Sustainability & ESG, and Luxury, F&B and Experiential Hospitality. Jonathan Worsley, Chairman of The Bench, organizer of FHS Saudi Arabia, said: 'We are delighted to be back at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, thanks to our host sponsor Al Khozama Investment and look forward to a very exciting few days of strong debate and valuable insights from the region's most respected and experienced leaders to help shape the future of our industry.' Khalid Saud AbuHaimed, Chief Executive Officer, Al Khozama Investment, commented: 'Our partnership with FHS reflects our belief in the power of hospitality to drive opportunity and excellence.' The event kicked off yesterday with the launch of the NextGen: Investment Forum, a brand new, first-of-its-kind event that tackled the key issues and opportunities surrounding education, training, and talent retention in Saudi Arabia's hospitality industry. With 1 million new tourism jobs predicted by 2030 and 320,000 new hotel rooms, investing in the next generation of leaders in hospitality is fundamental to delivering KSA's Vision 2030 goals. The action-packed agenda features a wide variety of session formats from main stage keynotes, panel discussions and exclusive leadership conversations, master classes, roundtable discussions and networking sessions. In addition to the main conference programme a record number of signing ceremonies for new projects and partnerships are set to take place this year, following USD$ 1.1 billion in business opportunities announced at FHS Saudi Arabia in 2024.
Syyaha
13-05-2025
- Business
- Syyaha
Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia officially opens in Riyadh
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 12 May 2025: The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia 2025 is officially underway at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, taking place from 11-13 May. Under the theme 'Where Vision Shapes Opportunity,' FHS Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom's most influential hospitality investment conference, brings together hospitality leaders, investors and decision-makers to discuss hotel performance and development, the outlook for hospitality investment in the Kingdom and the key market trends driving the sector. The official opening remarks were delivered this morning by His Highness Prince Bandar bin Saud bin Khalid Al Saud, Secretary General, King Faisal Foundation (KFF) and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Al Khozama Investment Company. 'Hospitality in Saudi Arabia is no longer just about infrastructure or service – it's about identity, culture, talent, and future leadership. It is about creating opportunities for the people of this country to tell their story, and to shape the experience of those who come to discover it.' HH Prince Bandar bin Saud bin Khalid, Secretary General, King Faisal Foundation. The address was delivered in the distinguished presence of Mahmoud Abdulhadi, Deputy minister of tourism for destination enablement, Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia, who also took to the stage to discuss 'Where Vision Shapes Opportunity'. The FHS Saudi Arabia program, which covers everything from start-ups to staffing and innovation to investment over three days, features 150+ speakers across 80 sessions in 18 different content tracks, covering key themes including Investment, Financing & Real Estate, Destination Development, Technology & Innovation, Sustainability & ESG, and Luxury, F&B and Experiential Hospitality. Jonathan Worsley, Chairman of The Bench, organizer of FHS Saudi Arabia, said: 'We are delighted to be back at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, thanks to our host sponsor Al Khozama Investment and look forward to a very exciting few days of strong debate and valuable insights from the region's most respected and experienced leaders to help shape the future of our industry.' Khalid Saud AbuHaimed, Chief Executive Officer, Al Khozama Investment, commented: 'Our partnership with FHS reflects our belief in the power of hospitality to drive opportunity and excellence.' The event kicked off yesterday with the launch of the NextGen: Investment Forum, a brand new, first-of-its-kind event that tackled the key issues and opportunities surrounding education, training, and talent retention in Saudi Arabia's hospitality industry. With 1 million new tourism jobs predicted by 2030 and 320,000 new hotel rooms, investing in the next generation of leaders in hospitality is fundamental to delivering KSA's Vision 2030 goals. The action-packed agenda features a wide variety of session formats from main stage keynotes, panel discussions and exclusive leadership conversations, master classes, roundtable discussions and networking sessions. In addition to the main conference programme a record number of signing ceremonies for new projects and partnerships are set to take place this year, following USD$ 1.1 billion in business opportunities announced at FHS Saudi Arabia in 2024.
Trade Arabia
12-05-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Hospitality in Saudi Arabia ‘focuses on culture, identity'
Hospitality in Saudi Arabia is no longer just about infrastructure or service - it's about identity, culture, talent, and future leadership, Prince Bandar bin Saud bin Khalid Al Saud, Secretary General, King Faisal Foundation (KFF) and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Al Khozama Investment Company, has said. In his official opening remarks at the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia, Prince Bandar said: 'It is about creating opportunities for the people of this country to tell their story, and to shape the experience of those who come to discover it.' The address was delivered in the presence of Mahmoud Abdulhadi, Deputy Minister of Tourism for Destination Enablement, Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia, who also took to the stage to discuss 'Where Vision Shapes Opportunity'. FHS Saudi Arabia is underway at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, from May 11 to 13. Under the theme 'Where Vision Shapes Opportunity,' FHS Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom's most influential hospitality investment conference, brings together hospitality leaders, investors and decision-makers to discuss hotel performance and development, the outlook for hospitality investment in the Kingdom and the key market trends driving the sector. The FHS Saudi Arabia programme, which covers everything from start-ups to staffing and innovation to investment over three days, features 150+ speakers across 80 sessions in 18 different content tracks, covering key themes including Investment, Financing & Real Estate, Destination Development, Technology & Innovation, Sustainability & ESG, and Luxury, F&B and Experiential Hospitality. Jonathan Worsley, Chairman of The Bench, organizer of FHS Saudi Arabia, said: 'We are delighted to be back at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh, thanks to our host sponsor Al Khozama Investment and look forward to a very exciting few days of strong debate and valuable insights from the region's most respected and experienced leaders to help shape the future of our industry.' Khalid Saud AbuHaimed, Chief Executive Officer, Al Khozama Investment, commented: 'Our partnership with FHS reflects our belief in the power of hospitality to drive opportunity and excellence.' The event kicked off yesterday with the launch of the NextGen: Investment Forum, a brand new, first-of-its-kind event that tackled the key issues and opportunities surrounding education, training, and talent retention in Saudi Arabia's hospitality industry. With 1 million new tourism jobs predicted by 2030 and 320,000 new hotel rooms, investing in the next generation of leaders in hospitality is fundamental to delivering KSA's Vision 2030 goals. The action-packed agenda features a wide variety of session formats from main stage keynotes, panel discussions and exclusive leadership conversations, master classes, roundtable discussions and networking sessions. In addition to the main conference programme a record number of signing ceremonies for new projects and partnerships are set to take place this year, following $ 1.1 billion in business opportunities announced at FHS Saudi Arabia in 2024. – TradeArabia News Service
Trade Arabia
24-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
FHS Saudi Arabia unveils programme, participants
The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia has unveiled an action packed agenda, key participants and new event features for the 2025 summit, taking place at the Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah in Riyadh, 11-13 May. Featuring everything from start-ups to staffing and innovation to investment, the FHS Saudi Arabia programme will address key challenges, opportunities and trends in hospitality and tourism, with leaders from government entities, hospitality companies, investment firms, developers and the education sector on the long and distinguished speaker list. Jonathan Worsley, Chairman of The Bench, organiser of FHS Saudi Arabia, said: 'With FHS Saudi Arabia just a few short weeks away, our power-packed 2025 agenda is shaping up to be our most ambitious yet with over 130 speakers confirmed. Expect in-depth discussions, strong debate and deep insight from some of the Middle East's most respected, talented and experienced leaders; a wealth of topics and a host of special events, awards and features that celebrate Saudi's hospitality sector of today – and shape the industry of tomorrow.' Speakers FHS Saudi Arabia reveals its list of top 20 speakers for 2025: Prince Bandar Bin Saud Bin Khalid Al Saud, Secretary General of King Faisal Foundation (KFF) and Chairman of Al Khozama Investment Company Sultan Bader Al-Otaibi, Chief Executive Officer, Taiba Investments Nick Candy, Chief Executive Officer, Candy Capital Marloes Knippenberg, Chief Executive Officer, Kerten Hospitality Muhammad Bassrawi, Chief Domestic Tourism Officer, Saudi Tourism Authority Elie Younes, Executive Vice President & Global Chief Development Officer, Radisson Hotel Group Gregory Djerejian, Group Chief Legal Officer, Red Sea Global Serena Lim, Chief Growth Officer, The Ascott Limited Maud Bailly, Chief Executive Officer, Sofitel Legend, Sofitel, MGallery & Emblems Steven Greenway, Chief Executive Officer, Flyadeal Khalid Saud Abu Haimed, Chief Executive Officer, Al Khozama Investment Company Shaikha Al Nowais, Corporate Vice President, Owner Relationship Management, Rotana Hossam Al-Basrawi, Chief Executive Officer, Alrajhi Capital Sean Hehir, President & CEO, Trinity Investments Amin Ismail, Managing Director, Certares Benoît-Etienne Domenget, Chief Executive Officer, Sommet Education Omar Romero, Chief Development and Luxury Officer, MINOR Hotels Michael Acton Smith, Co-founder, Calm Dr. Abeer Alamri, Skills Development and Talent Optimization Expert On the agenda The FHS Saudi Arabia agenda has dozens of sessions across more than 12 tracks over three days. Here is the organisers' day-by-day must-attend list: Sunday, 11 May: How Can We Rebrand Hospitality Careers to Attract Saudi Youth? Rethinking Hospitality Schools: Education, Experience & Environment Monday, 12 May: Opening remarks from HH Prince Bandar bin Saud bin Khalid Al Saud, Secretary General, King Faisal Foundation (KFF) & Chairman of the Board of Directors, Al Khozama Safeguarding Hospitality Investments Amid Market Shifts: Is Saudi Arabia Still the Land of Opportunity? With input from Khalid Saud Abu Haimed, Chief Executive Officer, Al Khozama; AlaaEldin Saleh, Chief Hotels Operating Officer, Rua Al Madinah Holding Company, and Cyril Piaia, Chief Executive Officer / Board Member at Confidential, moderated by Yousef Gamal El-Din, Former News-Anchor, Bloomberg Unveiling Market Trends: Insights into Branded Residences in the Kingdom, with insight from Daniel von Barloewen, Senior Vice President, Global Mixed-Use Development, Accor One Living; Julien Laloye, Director, Mixed-Use Development (EMEA), Marriott International, and Stephen Cheesebrough, Head of Development, Red Sea Global Inside the Mind of the Global Investor: What Draws Capital to Saudi Arabia, with confirmed speakers Christophe Beauvilain, managing Director, Pygmalion Capital and Amin Ismail, Managing Director, Certares Tuesday, 13 May How to Make a Brand Last? Featuring Maud Bailly,CEO, Sofitel, MGallery & Emblems and member of Accor's Luxury & Lifestyle Executive Committee The Future Workforce: Empowering Talent, Leadership, and Inclusion, with Benoît-Etienne Domenget, CEO, Sommet Education; Muin Serhan, CEO, Amsa Hospitality; and Amir Golbarg, SVP – Middle East and Africa, MINOR Hotels There are also key Saudi-specific sessions covering mega-events, climate risk, sustainability, the future of tourism and wellness. Follow the FHS Saudi Arabia agenda for all details and updates. Special events and focus sessions Sunday and Monday: Exclusive Leadership Conversations: Shaping the Future of UN Tourism, featuring talks with two candidates for the UN Tourism Secretary-General posiiton: Shaikha Al Nowais, Corporate Vice President, Owner Relationship Management at Rotana and Harry Theoharis, Member of Parliament, Hellenic Parliament & Candidate for UN Tourism Secretary-General. The candidates will share their visions for the future of global tourism, discuss the strategic priorities for UN Tourism, and reflect on the critical challenges and opportunities ahead. Sunday: Next Gen Investment Forum: Uniting top leaders to tackle the most pressing issues on education, training, and talent retention in KSA's hospitality industry. Monday: Start Up Den. One of the most popular, most anticipated annual events at FHS Saudi Arabia, the Start Up Den is a platform for entrepreneurs in the Saudi hospitality industry to present their business models to a panel of judges and investors. Participants gain exposure, potential mentorship, funding opportunities, and the chance to win prizes such as incubation support. Tuesday: Impact Leader Award: a first-of-its-kind initiative recognising the outstanding Saudi national women who are shaping the future of the industry. Net Positive Solution Labs powered by the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance. A dedicated platform for collaboration and innovation, focussing on advancing net positive strategies in hospitality, with a series of sessions exploring practical solutions for environmental and social impact.
