Pan-African communications and news distribution consultancy APO Group announced that its founder and chairman Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard was appointed to the advisory board of the Future Hospitality Summit Africa (FHS Africa) 2026.
As a member of the board, Pompigne-Mognard will play an instrumental role in shaping the strategic direction of FHS Africa by sharing valuable insights on the key themes and topics that will define the event’s agenda.
His perspective will help ensure that FHS Africa continues to deliver impactful, relevant, and future-focused discussions for the continent’s hospitality and investment sectors.
With regard to his appointment, Pompigne-Mognard pointed out how the hospitality sector plays a pivotal role in advancing Africa’s economies.
He said: “Hotels are a cornerstone of Africa’s growth story. They attract tourism, stimulate foreign investment, and generate foreign currency. More importantly, they provide a platform for vital business meetings and events that bring together multinational organisations across the continent.”
Through his continued involvement with FHS Africa, Pompigne-Mognard aims to further support initiatives that strengthen Africa’s position as a leading destination for hospitality investment and development.
Long-standing involvement
Prior to this most recent appointment, Pompigne-Mognard served as a member of the Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF)’s advisory board from 2019 to 2025.
He was also a speaker and resource person at both AHIF and the Forum de l’Investissement Hôtelier Africain (FIHA).
Named among the Top 100 Most Influential Africans of 2023 and 2024, Pompigne-Mognard also serves in multiple senior advisory capacities across key sectors throughout the African continent.
