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Conference Sessions
holy city each year. It's an undertaking like no other and the consultants involved
will give an insider's view to the challenges, opportunities, cultural sensitivities,
and learning curve associated with creating this small city in the desert.
.1 CEU; 1.0 LU

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | HD4W4C | Islander Ballroom D
Hotel Economic Outlook and Development Trends

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Noon - 1 pm | HD4W3B | Islander Ballroom F
Twice As Good: Designer-Chef Collaborations that Succeed
Victor Albisu | chef | Del Campo
Allison Cooke | director of hospitality design | CORE
Adam Farmerie | principal | AvroKO
Michael Mina | CEO | The Michael Mina Group
Moderator: Stacy Shoemaker Rauen | editor in chief | Hospitality Design magazine
An exhilarating career is the dream of talented chefs and designers alike; when
the two join forces, it can spawn many an ambitious creation. In this panel, we'll
spotlight some of the country's most accomplished-and on-the-rise-culinary
and design personalties, who will share their collaborative creative processes,
complementary inspirations, and double-punch approaches to successful
restaurants. .1 CEU; 1.0 LU

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | HD4W4A | Islander Ballroom G
Living the Lifestyle: Experiential Brands
Arash Azarbarzin | president, SBE Hotel Group | SLS Hotels
Gary Dollens | senior vice president product & brand development |
global operations center | Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Kristie Goshow | senior vice president, commercial | Viceroy Hotel Group
Moly Swyers | senior vice president of design | 21c Hotels
Moderator: Stacy Shoemaker Rauen | editor in chief | Hospitality Design magazine
The term boutique and lifestyle may seem to be overused today, but from art
focused to F&B immersed and eclectically curated, this segment of the industry
is all about a mindset and creating an inspired and unique experience. Four
brands delve into what makes them tick, and how design plays an integral role.
.1 CEU; 1.0 LU

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | HD4W4B | Islander Ballroom F
Dining's New Direction
Ralph Gentile | principal | Ralph Gentile Architects
Stephen Francis Jones | president | SF Jones Architects
Alessandro Munge | principal | Munge Leung
Glen Coben | principal/founder | Glen & Co. Architecture
Moderator: Kathleen Kervin | managing editor | Hospitality Design magazine
Spare wood tables are far more common a sight than white tablecloths in
today's restaurants. Fine dining rituals have been trumped by inviting, bespoke
experiences, ﬂaunting curated menus and one-of-a-kind design. What do patrons

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seek when they step inside a dining room now? How is the relationship between
designer and restaurateur growing more intertwined? The speakers will discuss
the ever-shifting-and more accessible-dining landscape. .1 CEU; 1.0 LU

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Bruce A. Ford | senior vice president & director of business development |
Lodging Econometrics
Stay current in the ever-changing environment of hospitality design with this
essential session. The current lodging real estate cycle and forecast (for the
industry) for 2014, 2015, 2016, and beyond will be discussed along with new
construction trends, the major brands and markets of interests and activity in
global regions; with strategic opportunities for each. In addition, learn about the
current trend in hotel transactions. All of these elements will be brought together
for a full view of the lodging industry that you will not want to miss! .1 CEU; 1.0 LU

3 pm - 4 pm | HD4W5A | Islander Ballroom G
Exploring India: The Challenges and Opportunities
Shawn Basler | principal and director | Perkins Eastman
James Lehouiller | managing partner/CEO | DiLeonardo International
Carl Long | senior vice president | Purchasing Management International
Moderator: Kathleen Kervin | managing editor | Hospitality Design magazine
It's no secret that with a burgeoning middle class who are traveling more than
ever, India is ripe for development. But like any developing market, India not only
comes with its opportunities, but also its challenges. Hear from three experts
with three different perspectives-an architect, designer, and purchaser-
who have successfully maneuvered the hospitality landscape in India. Learn
invaluable insight as the discussion starts with the big picture, and then drills
down to speciﬁc case studies. .1 CEU; 1.0 LU

3 pm - 4 pm | HD4W5B | Islander Ballroom F
Insight and Innovation: A Discussion with Industry Leaders
David Ashen | president | dash design
Julia Monk | senior vice president, director of hospitality design | HOK
David Oswald | senior director of design, luxury & lifestyle, global design
services | Hilton Worldwide
Lauren Rottet | president | Rottet Studio
Moderator: Michael Adams | editorial director | Hospitality Design magazine
We've brought together some of the leading minds in the industry and we intend
to pick their brains. In a discussion format, hear how designers tackle process
and innovation-including what inﬂuencers are affecting their designs-in order
to bring ROI for the client, using latest projects as examples. And on the brand
side, executives give insight to how they are adapting to today's guests and what
they are looking for in a design collaborator. .1 CEU; 1.0 LU
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