The International Luxury Hotel Association (ILHA) has announced the return of its flagship North American conference, INSPIRE 2026, set to take place on 15-16 December at the JW Marriott Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa in Orlando, Florida.
The event is expected to attract 900 to 1,000 senior figures from the global luxury hospitality sector, including investors, developers, and operators.
INSPIRE 2026 will feature keynote speakers such as Tina Edmundson, President of Luxury at Marriott International, and Carolyne Doyon, President and CEO of Club Med North America and Caribbean. Edmundson will engage in a keynote interview with Hermann Elger, CEO of Forbes Travel Guide, focusing on luxury hotel strategy and brand positioning. Doyon will participate in a leadership fireside chat, sharing insights on Club Med's record revenue performance and brand modernisation.
Highlighting the evolving demands of luxury travellers, Edmundson stated, “Luxury travellers have become extraordinary curators of their own lives. Our role is to create experiences that are as emotionally resonant as they are exceptional.” Doyon added, “Luxury today is a feeling more than it is a product. Travellers now are craving a true holiday from the day-to-day.”
The conference agenda will cover topics such as investment, AI, technology, wellness, sustainability, and the future of luxury guest experiences. Additional speakers and session details will be announced in the coming months. The event will also include the ILHA Board Meeting and a Presidents Dinner.
Barak Hirschowitz, President of ILHA, emphasised the importance of the event, stating, “INSPIRE isn’t just about who’s in the room. It’s about the questions we ask each other whilst we’re there.” Registration for the event is now open
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