Programme 2025
9:00 - 10:00
Registration, Breakfast & Networking
10:00 - 10:10
Welcome & Opening Remarks
10:10 - 10:25
Economy, Capital, Crisis: Macroeconomic Outlook for Hospitality & Tourism
An economic expert shares insights into global macroeconomic conditions affecting the hospitality sector.
10:25 - 10:45
Switzerland in Transition: Long-Term Tourism Strategies
Strategic perspectives from public authorities on Switzerland’s long-term positioning as a tourism destination.
10:45 - 11:00
The Swiss Hospitality Market in Numbers: Trends, Truths & Takeaways
A data-driven analysis of the latest market developments by STR.
11:00 - 11:20
Between Tradition and Tomorrow: Insights from a Hospitality Visionary
A forward-thinking industry leader shares perspectives on the evolution of hospitality.
11:20 - 11:45
Coffee Break & Networking
11:45 - 12:00
Hospitality 2.0: Why Investors Are Turning to Hotels
A presentation on why hotels are once again seen as attractive investment assets.
12:00 - 12:15
High-End Hospitality as an Asset Class: International Capital in Switzerland
An interview with a global investor on opportunities in Swiss hospitality investments.
12:15 - 12:45
Brand Meets Power: The New Dynamics of Hotel M&A
A discussion on the latest mergers and acquisitions in the hotel sector and their impact on brand strategies.
12:45 - 13:00
Real Project. Real Impact.
A case study presenting a concrete hotel investment project – from idea to execution and impact.
13:00 - 14:30
Networking Lunch
14:30 - 15:00
Beyond the Trend: Rethinking Hospitality
Fireside chat with two hospitality leaders on innovative concepts shaping the future of the industry.
15:00 - 16:05
Resilience at Altitude: Alpine Hospitality Between Change and Opportunity
A series of insights into the unique challenges and potential of alpine hotel destinations.
15:00 - 15:15
Yesterday’s Snow? How Climate Change Is Reshaping Alpine Hotel Investments
15:15 - 15:45
All Under One Roof: The Future of Integrated Resorts
15:45 - 16:05
New Operators, New Concepts: Adapting Leisure Hospitality for Tomorrow
16:05 - 16:30
Flexible, Urban, Profitable: Conversion as an Opportunity
Successful examples of converting urban properties into profitable hotel concepts.
16:30 - 17:00
The Perfect Pitch: Presenting New Hospitality Concepts
A start-up and project developer pitches an idea to an investor, a bank, and an operator.
17:00 - 20:00
Networking & Apéro