PROGRAM
2024

As a Latin American forum targeted to a worldwide audience, we take special care of our attendees providing simultaneous interpretation (English – Spanish) in all sessions. This advantage encourages interaction among participants, indispensable for achieving a good business and discussions environment.

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Sunday, March 10

All hours are expressed in EST

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Enjoy an Inmmersive pre-conference evening at the Pullman Lima Miraflores Hotel - Cocktails in a chill out ambiance

Monday , March 11

8:00 am - 9:00 am

Registration - Badge pickup

Networking Express - A great way to break the ice

Meet, exchange business data and then move on to the next person. Introduce yourself to numerous strategic contacts in 60 minutes.

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Networking Coffee - Sponsors' Exhibition

8:30 am - 9:15 am

General Sessions | Limatambo 3-4-5

Conference Opens - SAHIC Group Chairs’s welcome remarks

Arturo Garcia Rosa - President & CEO - SAHIC

Juan Carlos Mathews Salazar - Ministro de Comercio Exterior y Turismo de Perú

Angélica Matsuda - Presidenta Ejecutiva de PROMPERÚ

9:20 am - 9:40 am

9:40 am - 10:10 am

I-Talk

A Global Economy Glimpse with a focus on the Economic Outlook for LATAM & The Caribbean Region What global indicators impact the region, and which should we analyze in greater depth? What are LATAM & The Caribbean economic predictions, and how can they affect the hotel and tourism industry

Presented by:

Reinier Schliesser - Principal Economist at CAF - Development Bank of Latin America and The Caribbean

10:10 am - 10:35 am

I-Talk

What's the existing status of the hotel industry in Latin America and the Caribbean region? Key indicators to help understand both the current situation and prospects for future growth. Insights into where the industry is headed

Presented by:

Patricia Boo - Senior Area Director, Latin America – STR

10:35 am - 10:55 am

I-Talk

Generating Value: Exploring the Impact of Hospitality on Real Estate Development. Success stories and new trends in Latam and the world.

Presented by:

Damian Tabakman - Entrepreneur, educator, speaker, and industry leader, widely recognized throughout Latin America as one of the most influential figures in the real estate sector.

11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Thematic Round Tables | TRT Round One
Network and interact during these thematic working meetings aimed to expose common challenges, share experiences and best practices, whilst stimulating collaboration. Meet among attendees in these co-working spaces that invite to open discussions and interactive conversations in a less formal setting to bridge and link.

Round One - TRT 1 | Limatambo 1 Meeting Room

Mergers, Acquisitions & Development in the Hospitality Industry: Benefits & Risks - Standing Out in a complex market and emerging demographics. Navigating the Landscape of Deal-making

Co-Chair: Maurice Chartier - Founding Managing Partner Grupo Consutur

Co-Chair: Leandro Castillo - CEO Aimbridge Latam

Co-Chair: Gustavo Viescas - President, Latamc Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

Co-Chair: Cristiano Gonçalvez -VP Development South America- Hyatt

Co-Chair: Nicolas Martinez - VP Development Mexico, Centro America & Caribbean, Luxe & Lifestyle, Accor

Co-Chair: Christian Glauser Benz -Head of Development The Americas - Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Co-Chair: Joanna Ayala Quintana - Director of Development, Marriott International

Co-Chair Moderator: Raul Calvet - President, Managing Partner, Market Intelligence & Advisory - Colliers CAAC

Round One - TRT 2 | Limatambo 2 Meeting Room

Innovation vs ROI: Navigating the Design & Tech Revolution in the Hospitality Sector without losing focus on the ROI - Crafting the Hotel of Tomorrow. Exploring trends and innovation to enhance efficiency and guest experiences. How can we meet the expectations of Next-Gen Guests while maximizing return on investment?

Co-Chair: Ana Ramirez -Co-founder and Wellness Hospitality Designer - Ancestral Handmade Hotels

Co-Chair: Sandra Ro -CEO - Global Blockchain Business Council

Co-Chair: Yasmine Martin -Owner & Founder - Estrategias Turisticas MiraMartin EIRL

Co-Chair: Michael Leon Volko - Senior Director, South America - Marriott International

Co-Chair: Luis Alberto Tito - Director, Hotel Development Latin America - BWH Hotels

Co-Chair: Gabriela Patocchi -VicePresident - EDSA

Co-Chair: Liora Haymann - Managing Director, Principal - OBM

Co-Chair: Mariano Porcel de Saint Georges -Regional Director of Sales SouthAmerica & Panama - Amadeus

12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Networking Lunch + Hospitality Contribution Recognitions 2023 | Cusco Ballroom

General Sessions | Limatambo 3-4-5

2:45 pm - 3:30 pm

Debate Panel

Revitalizing, Rebuilding and Repurposing vs Construction. The secret challenges, finding value and opportunities” The changing trends in consumption and work have triggered a reevaluation of the real estate market...From Commercial Property to Hospitality Spaces. (Residences, lifestyle, boutique hotels with differentiated décor and experiences, hybrid condo-hotel, mixed use, and amenity-rich facilities)

Luis Mirabelli - VP Development Hispanic America & Caribbean - Premium, Midscale and Economy brands - Accor

Carolina Pinheiro- VP Development LATAM - Wyndham Hotel & Resorts

Patricio del Portillo - VP Development Aimbridge Latam

Cristiano Gonçalvez -VP Development South America- Hyatt

José Gonzalez - VP Conversion - CALA - Marriott International

Richard Rehwaldt - Vice President, Latin America - BWH

Moderated by: Raul Calvet - President, Managing Partner, Market Intelligence & Advisory - Colliers CAAC

2:05 pm - 2:45 pm

A Spotlight on Latin America & The Caribbean - Public & Private Effort, The Key to Success.

3:30 pm - 3:45 pm

I-Talk

Climate Change - Last Call to action...Delay is not an option

Camila Rodriguez Taylor - Senior Climate Advisor - IDB Invest

3:45 pm - 4:25 pm

Debate Panel

Strategies to sustain Luxury, Lifestyle & All Inclusive Growth in Evolving Times - In the face of evolving customer attitudes and potential changes in spending patterns, our expert panel discuss the strategies to uphold the allure and demand of luxury, lifestyle, and all-inclusive offerings. With insights spanning customer experience, business viability, market trends, and adaptability, we seek to chart a course that ensures the sustained growth of these pivotal segments in the hospitality industry. Is it possible to go beyond and give consumers experiences they'll never forget while being profitable?

Leandro Castillo - CEO Aimbridge Latam

Fernando Fernandez - VP Development Inclusive Collection - Hyatt

Christian Glauser Benz -Head of Development The Americas - Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Guilherme Cesari - VP Development Luxe & Lifestyle - Accor

Hugo Desenzani - Managing Director, Luxury - Caribbean and Latin America - Marriott International

Moderated by: Stephanie Ricca - Editor Director, Hotel News Now

4:25 pm - 5:10 pm

Networking Coffee Break | Sponsors' Exhibition

5:10 pm - 5:50 pm

Debate Panel

Attracting Investors in the Region - Strategies to future-proof growth. "Where hospitality and residential offerings converge, an infinite world of opportunities emerges". Join us for an insightful discussion on how global brands in the hotel and tourism industry are strategizing to attract investors in the Region. Discover the latest trends, investment opportunities, and innovative approaches that are shaping the industry landscape.

General Sessions | Limatambo 3-4-5

05:50 pm - 06:10 pm

I-Talk

The future of CHAT GT - What to expect?

Presented by:

Peter Greenberg - Travel Editor - CBS News

06:20 pm - 06:55 pm

Debate Panel

Financial Agenda - How to deal with the political and economic challenges in the region - A Deep Dive of the changing landscape of financial transactions, loan terms, deal & tax structures, and FXs.

Rogerio Basso - Head of Tourism - IDB Invest

Federico Greppi - CFO & VP Franchise Operations Caribbean and Latin America - Marriott International

Moderated by: Cristián Roberts - President, PRIME / Managing Partner, CREO CAPITAL

06:10 pm - 06:20 pm

I-Talk

Perú Country of opportunities for foreign investments in Tourism

Presented by:

Daniel Córdova Espinoza - Director of the Investments Promotion Division - PROMPERÚ

7:00 pm - 7:25 pm

Keynote Session

Thomas Dubaere - CEO - Premium, Midscale & Economy Brands, Accor Americas

Interviewed by:

Arturo Garcia Rosa - President & CEO - SAHIC Group

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Networking Cocktail | Salon Terraza Merino Reyna

Tuesday , March 12

8:15 am - 8:55 am

Networking Coffee | Sponsors' Exhibition

General Sessions | Limatambo 3-4-5

8:55 am - 9:00 am

Welcome back remarks

9:00 am - 9:15 am

I-Talk

The Future is Now: AI is here to stay

9:15 am - 9:35 am

I-Talk

2024 Demand and Pricing Trends for Latin America, Mexico and The Caribbean

Presented by:

Ricardo Souza - Senior Business Development Manager - Lighthouse

9:35 am - 10:15 am

Debate Panel

Sustainable Management-The impact of ESG on hospitality Real Estate - ESG topped the list of long-term investment priorities The emergence of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and sustainability practices is set to reshape the industry. How ESG integration can affect capital availability and costs in the sector? The importance of responsible hospitality, but can Profitability & Sustainability co-exist? Results when comparing “Statements” vs “Behaviour”.

Speakers:

Daniel Grew - VP of investments and asset management, at CPG Hospitality & Alojica

Jaume Tápies Ibern - Founder & Co-Chairman Aina Hospitality

Mauro Rial - COO North & Hispanics Americas , Premium, Midscale & Economy, Accor

Moderated by: Rogerio Basso - Head of Tourism - IDB Invest

10:15 am - 10:25 am

I-Talk

How Wellness is reshaping the real estate industry - The Holistic approach to health and wellbeing. Integrating wellness into hospitality design, residences, and master planning as a catalyst for transformative lifestyle experiences.

Presented by:

Ana Ramirez -Co-founder and Wellness Hospitality Designer - Ancestral Handmade Hotels

10:25 am - 10:45 am

Debate Panel

Emilio Perez - Senior Continent Leader, Global Design, Caribbean & South America, Marriott International

Guilherme Cesari - VP Development Luxe & Lifestyle, Accor

Moderated by: Ana Ramirez Co-founder and Wellness Hospitality Designer - Ancestral Handmade Hotels

10:45 am - 11:00 am

I-Talk

Blockchain tech as a trust anchor for data in genAI - how to combat distrust in an AI world

Presented by:

Sandra Ro - CEO, Global Blockchain Business Council

11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Thematic Round Tables | TRT Round Two
Network and interact during these thematic working meetings aimed to expose common challenges, share experiences and best practices, whilst stimulating collaboration. Meet among attendees in these co-working spaces that invite to open discussions and interactive conversations in a less formal setting to bridge and link.

Round Two - TRT 3 | Limatambo 1 Meeting Room

The untapped potential of secondary and tertiary cities in Latin America and the Caribbean as emerging destinations for the development of the economic and mid-market segment. Opportunities and challenges of investing in these new horizons.

Co-Chair: Patricio del Portillo - VP Development Aimbridge Latam

Co-Chair: Claudia Piña - Manager Development Colombia & Ecuador, Premium, Midscale and Economy brands - Accor

Co-Chair: Juan Paredes - Development Director, South America, Marriott International

Co-Chair: Diana Caicedo - Development Manager LATAM Wyndham Hotel & Resorts

Round Two - TRT 4 | Limatambo 1 Meeting Room

Funds, Banks, Investment Consultants and Advisors Roundtable -Strategies securing access to capital Investment specialists will analyze the need have a clear strategy. Financial structuring of projects, condo hotels, mixed-use developments, branded residences, and apartments with hotel services.

12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Networking Lunch | Limatambo 3-4-5 Meeting Room

02:00 pm - 02:15 pm

Showcase 20/20

20 slides, exhibited for 20 seconds each while commenting to the audience on the key concepts of the project in a dynamic way

02:15 pm - 02:35 pm

Inspiring Session

02:35 pm - 03:15 pm

Debate Panel

Empowering destinations - Marketing: The key to Launch, Grow, and Build -Are Destinations built or discovered ? Private and Public Sector Collaboration

Carl Emberson -Head of Marketing and Operations at Punta Mita

Mara Seminario - Consultant and advisor in tourism, social responsibility and political communication

Yasmine Martin-Owner & Founder -Estrategias Turisticas MiraMartin EIRL

3:15 pm - 03:30 pm

I-Talk

03:30 pm - 04:05 pm

From Investor to Hotel Owner - Key Indicators and Success Factors for a Profitable Journey

04:05 pm - 04:15 pm

Closing Remarks

04:15 pm - 04:30 pm

Final Toast

This is a preliminary agenda subject to change