Learn from the Leaders Shaping Hotel Operations Today
Two focused panel sessions exploring how operators are rethinking efficiency and profitability to protect margins.
AI at Work: Practical Automation and Decision Intelligence for Hotel Operations
Real-world AI applications transforming hotel operations—from labor and workflows to service delivery and guest experience.
Moderator
Brandy Rand
VP/Market Leader,
Questex Hospitality
Speakers
Kate Adamson
CEO & Co-Founder,
Folio
Stephen German
Senior Vice President of Product,
Actabl
Doing More With Less: Re-Engineering Hotel Operations in a Flat RevPAR, High-Cost World
How senior hotel leaders are protecting margins through smarter labor models, service standards, and technology.
Moderator
Mark Lukens
Managing Director,
LW Hospitality Advisors
Speakers
John Gates
SVP of Operations,
Azul Hospitality Group
Rachel Moniz
COO,
HEI Hotels + Resorts
Buyer Breakdown
Buyer Job Function
29% Owner/Founder/President/C-Suite
28% Vice President
31% Director
12% Buyer
Sample Buyers/Operators
2026 Event Schedule
Schedule subject to change.
MON
June 8
Registration
2:00pm-4:00pm
Location: The Loggia
Supplier Set Up
2:00pm-4:00pm
Location: Aragon II & III
Buyer Orientation
4:30pm-5:00pm
Location: Bernardo Ballroom
Free Time
5:00pm-6:00pm
Welcome Reception: Country Club Chic Kickoff
6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Aragon Lawn
TUE
june 9
Morning Yoga (Optional)
7:30am-8:15am
Location: Aragon Lawn
Morning Walk (Optional)
7:30am-8:15am
Location: Rancho Bernardo Inn Lobby
Networking Breakfast & Welcome Remarks
8:15am-9:45am
Location: Bernardo Ballroom
1:1 Meetings
10:00am-11:10am
Location: Aragon II & III
Networking Break and Product Showcase
11:10am-11:40am
Location: Aragon Ballroom Pre-Function
1:1 Meetings
11:40am-12:50pm
Location: Aragon II & III
Networking Lunch
1:00pm-2:00pm
Location: Bernardo Ballroom
AI Discussion
AI at Work: Practical Automation and Decision Intelligence for Hotel Operations
Moderator: Brandy Rand, VP/Market Leader, Questex Hospitality
Speakers: Kate Adamson, CEO & Co-Founder, Folio; Stephen German, Senior Vice President of Product, Actabl
1:10pm-1:50pm
Location: Bernardo Ballroom
1:1 Meetings
2:10pm-3:20pm
Location: Aragon II & III
Networking Break and Product Showcase
3:20pm-3:50pm
Location: Aragon Ballroom Pre-Function
1:1 Meetings
3:50pm-5:00pm
Location: Aragon II & III
Free Time
5:00pm-6:30pm
Evening Reception: The Yacht Rock Social
6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Aragon Lawn
WED
june 10
Networking Breakfast & Morning Remarks
8:15am-9:45am
Location: Bernardo Ballroom
1:1 Meetings
10:00am-11:10am
Location: Aragon II & III
Networking Break and Product Showcase
11:10am-11:40am
Location: Aragon Ballroom Pre-Function
1:1 Meetings
11:40am-12:50pm
Location: Aragon II & III
Networking Lunch
1:00pm-2:00pm
Location: Bernardo Ballroom
Executive Insights
Doing More With Less: Re-Engineering Hotel Operations in a Flat RevPAR, High-Cost World
Moderator: Mark Lukens, Managing Director, LW Hospitality Advisors
Speakers: John Gates, SVP of Operations, Azul Hospitality Group; Rachel Moniz, COO, HEI Hotels + Resorts
1:10pm-1:50pm
Location: Bernardo Ballroom
1:1 Meetings
2:10pm-3:20pm
Location: Aragon II & III
Networking Break & Product Showcase
3:20pm-3:50pm
Location: Aragon Ballroom Pre-Function
1:1 Meetings
3:50pm-5:00pm
Location: Aragon II & III
Free Time & Supplier Table Breakdown
5:00pm-7:00pm
Closing Reception: Night in White
7:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Aragon Lawn
Three Powerful Keynotes to Inspire and Unite the Industry
José Andrés: Changing the World Through the Power of Food
José Andrés, Owner/Chef, José Andrés Group
The Wealthy Franchisee
Geoff Ballotti, President & CEO, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Scott Greenberg, Keynote Speaker, Author, Franchise Expert
Creative Collaboration: The Ultimate Immersive Guest Experience
Erin Andrews, NFL Reporter & TV Personality