International Luxury Hotel Association Expands Agenda with Investment, Development Sessions for INSPIRE 2026
The International Luxury Hotel Association (ILHA) has added new sessions focused on investment, development, and brand strategy to its upcoming luxury hospitality conference, INSPIRE 2026. The event will take place from December 15–16 at the JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa in Florida. Key additions include a fireside chat with Xenia Hotels & Resorts' Barry Bloom and Fort Hospitality's Keith Space on luxury hotel ownership trends for 2027, moderated by JF Capital’s Jonathan Falik. Other sessions will explore capital allocation strategies, brand development, operational efficiency, and the evolving design identity of branded residences. The conference aims to provide insights into how owners are navigating cost pressures while maintaining guest expectations in a competitive market. Sessions also cover AI integration, wellness trends, cultural shifts, and guest experience innovations within luxury hospitality.
Topics: capital allocation hotel investment luxury hospitality