The countdown is on to the Aotearoa Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE), which returns for its fourth annual event next week.
Taking place at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre from 12-13 August, the AHICE Aotearoa program will feature the biggest names in the hotel and accommodation industry – from key owners and investors to senior leaders at major hotel groups including Accor, EVT, IHG Hotels & Resorts, TFE Hotels, Hilton, Panache Hotel Group, Radisson Hotel Group, Sudima Hotels, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, 1834 Hotels, BWH Hotels, Choice Hotels, Asia-Pac, Marriott International, Millennium Hotels & Resorts, Scenic Hotels, The Ascott Limited, Trilogy Hotels and more.
Key speakers include New Zealand Minister for Tourism and Hospitality and Deputy Leader of the House, the Hon. Louise Upston; Mayor of Christchurch, Phil Mauger; Tourism New Zealand Chief Executive Officer, René De Monchy; and Los Angeles-based musician, Toby Rand.
Executives from leading businesses across the industry will be in attendance including leaders from THSA Hotel Advisors, Asia Pacific Resort Development Organisation (APRDO), IHG Owners Association, Agilysys, JLL, Luxury Escapes, STR, Capstone, Mulpha International, Horwath HTL, SiteMinder, Woods Bagot and many more.
Tuesday’s program will feature Power Sessions – full of insights and perspectives in development, franchising, rising stars, regional growth, interior design and food & beverage – plus keynotes, Q&A and panel discussions.
On Wednesday morning, INN Tech, previously held in Singapore and Adelaide, will feature a keynote presentation by Singapore-based Enzyme Consulting Founder and CEO, Andrew Cameron.
That will be followed by two panel sessions featuring experts from some of the region’s most prestigious tech companies, who will discuss the latest in-room technology and innovations.
Agilysys Regional Director for AU & NZ, Craig Dennington, expressed his delight to be part of the inaugural INN Tech Hotel Technology Summit in New Zealand.
“As hotels continue to embrace technology to enhance guest experiences and streamline operations, events like AHICE Aotearoa provide an invaluable platform to share insights and connect with industry leaders driving this evolution,” he said.
The day continues with more panel discussions such as an investors’ outlook, leaders’ expectations, an essential development outlook, Q&As with hoteliers and tourism leaders, plus keynote sessions.
A stellar exhibitor showcase will feature product displays, live demonstrations and sample products from the likes of Admire Commercial and Shade Elements, A.H. Beard, Astro Hospitality, Dormakaba, FutureLog Oceania, House of Forbes, Liverton, Mews Systems Pty Ltd, Montague, Opawa Wines, Panache Hotel Group, Robertson Bathware, Sealy New Zealand, Signature Floors, Sleepyhead Commercial, Smart Parking, Speed Queen, Vingcard – Assa Abloy and Vittoria Food & Beverage.
From Monday through to Wednesday evening, there will be numerous daytime and evening networking events to connect with industry peers.
Find out more at ahiceconference.com/aotearoa