Registration is open for the 37th annual NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference, hosted by the NYU School of Professional Studies Tisch Center for Hospitality and Tourism at the New York Marriott Marquis from May 31st to June 2nd.
The hospitality finance and development forum features general sessions, workshops, and networking events that provide data, analysis, perspectives, insights, and opportunities for industry members. Well-known hospitality professionals, such as Stephen A. Wynn, chairman of the board and CEO of Wynn Resorts, and J.W. Marriott, Jr., executive chairman of the board of Marriott International, will be among the featured panelists.
Notable sessions include “The CEOs Check In: A View from the Top,” a panel featuring Geoff A. Ballotti, president and CEO, Wyndham Hotel Group; Sébastien Bazin, chairman and CEO, Accor; Mark Hoplamazian, president and CEO, Hyatt Hotels Corporation; and Christopher J. Nassetta, president and CEO, Hilton Worldwide. Additional sessions include an interview with Marriott during his annual “Beyond the Boardroom” session and “A View From The Owner’s Seat,” featuring Mark W. Brugger, president and CEO, DiamondRock Hospitality Company; Chad L. Crandell, managing director and president, CHMWarnick; Dan Hansen, president and CEO, Summit Hotel Properties; Michael G. Medzigian, managing partner, Watermark Capital Partners; and Marcel Verbaas, president and CEO, Xenia Hotels & Resorts.
Patron and sponsor organizations will support academic programs of the Tisch Center and contribute student scholarships.