BUILDING THE FUTURE OF HOSPITALITY, TOGETHER.
BUILDING THE FUTURE OF HOSPITALITY, TOGETHER.
September 8-9, 2026
Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences, KSA
Featuring "The 2026 Hospitality Awards"
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The 2026 Stakeholder Gathering brings together the key players shaping Hospitality and Real Estate future.
This exclusive event connects the Project Leaders, Developers, Operators, Consultants, and Solution Providers in a purpose-driven environment designed for strategic growth.
Executive Director, Hospitality Development & Head of Centre of Excellence (CoE)
Group Head of Cost, Commercial & Procurement
Senior Director, Middle East & Africa
This panel discussion will showcase the development of Saudi brands and hospitality offerings from across Saudi Arabia. It will explore how the Kingdom’s evolving hospitality landscape is shaping distinctive experiences that reflect its rich culture, heritage, and ambitious vision for the future.
Chief Information & Strategy Officer
Chief Information & Strategy Officer
With over 20 years of experience across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, Shrikant's focus is on setting strategy and delivering successful transformations. He joins us to share his insights on the work being undertaken by Adeera Hospitality, a PIF Company set to become Saudi Arabia's national hospitality champion. Founded on Saudi soil, Adeera will create distinctive local hotel brands that embody the spirit of Saudi hospitality and culture.
Senior Development Manager
Senior Development Manager
Ahmad is a seasoned Senior Development Manager with over 15 years of experience in the strategic development and management of significant real estate and infrastructure projects. At Dan Company, his role encompasses the comprehensive management of the Owned Asset Development & Management division, steering projects from conceptualization through to fruition while ensuring alignment with their strategic goals and vision.
Associate Principal | Hospitality
Associate Principal | Hospitality
In his role, Paul is dedicated to redefining the future of hospitality through innovative design, strategic foresight, optimized financial performance, and impactful client collaborations. His mission is to create transformative hospitality spaces, and environments, that elevate experiences, inspire connections, and address the evolving needs of travelers and communities worldwide, whilst championing sustainability and technology integration to deliver design excellence.
Group Head of Cost, Commercial & Procurement
Group Head of Cost, Commercial & Procurement
Representing one of the world's most visionary developers, Ben shares insights into the latest Red Sea Global project developments and the company's commitment to connectivity and environmental sustainability. As Red Sea Global continues to deliver transformative destinations including The Red Sea and AMAALA, the company is redefining hospitality development through responsible design, innovation, and long-term destination planning.
Development Cost & Contract Director
Development Cost & Contract Director
With an extensive background and a distinguished career spanning over three decades, Nikolaos has held leadership roles managing complex Real Estate, Construction, and Operations organizations. Rua Al Madinah Holding is the master developer for the largest hospitality project in the world, managing two portfolios that will deliver built and infrastructure assets and provide a differentiating factor within Madinah's real estate sector while contributing toward Vision 2030 and PIF goals.
This panel discussion will showcase the development and growing adoption of branded residences across Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East. Our panellists, all experts in the field, will share their insights as we explore the unique value proposition, design and innovation behind this increasingly influential sector.
Executive Director, Design & Technical Services, India Middle East Africa Turkey
Executive Director, Design & Technical Services, India Middle East Africa Turkey
Stephanie has over 15 years of experience in project management, planning, design, product, and brand management. She delivers high-value solutions in fast-paced, dynamic, and high-stakes environments for projects globally, with a focus on the Middle East and Africa. She believes in creating relevant, adaptive, engaging experiences for sustainable businesses and a sustainable future.
Hospitality Development Director
Hospitality Development Director
With 25 years of experience in hospitality design and development across the GCC and EMEA, Naji serves as the Hospitality Development Director of the Diriyah Company and works as development lead on the planned 34 world leading brands of Hotels & Resorts within the 14 square kilometer USD 63Bn mixed-use development anchored onto the UNESCO World Heritage site of At-Turaif.
Senior Manager, Interior Designer, Global Design, MEA Region
Senior Manager, Interior Designer, Global Design, MEA Region
Sharnelle's work is driven by a deep commitment to sustainability and a fascination with how technology can elevate hospitality experiences. She believes design is more than aesthetics; it is a reflection of personal passion and purpose. Whether shaping guest journeys or implementing eco-conscious initiatives, she strives to create experiences that are both meaningful and memorable.
Associate Principal | Hospitality
Associate Principal | Hospitality
In his role, Paul is dedicated to redefining the future of hospitality through innovative design, strategic foresight, optimized financial performance, and impactful client collaborations. His mission is to create transformative hospitality spaces, and environments, that elevate experiences, inspire connections, and address the evolving needs of travelers and communities worldwide, whilst championing sustainability and technology integration to deliver design excellence.
Head of Development, Middle East & Africa
Head of Development, Middle East & Africa
Govind leads the strategic expansion of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts' portfolio across the Middle East and Africa, driving growth and development initiatives in key emerging markets. With over 24 years of experience in hospitality development, real estate, and construction, he has worked extensively across South West Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.
This panel discussion will showcase the innovation taking place across Saudi Arabia, spanning mixed-use, residential and hospitality projects, with a focus on advances in Technology, Design and Sustainability. It will explore how new ideas, approaches and technologies are transforming the built environment and creating more innovative, efficient and sustainable places.
Technical services senior director
Technical services senior director
With a distinguished career spanning luxury hospitality engineering across the Middle East, Asia Pacific, North America, and Cuba, Amjad is an enthusiastic, results-oriented leader in sustainable technical operations, energy-efficient engineering, and asset performance optimization.
VP, Program Quality
VP, Program Quality
The KSIA project aligns with Saudi Arabia's vision to transform Riyadh into one of the world's leading city economies and to support its long-term growth. David joins us to share his insights on how cutting-edge green initiatives and innovation are shaping the development of one of the region's most transformative aviation projects.
Executive Director, Hospitality Management
Executive Director, Hospitality Management
Powered by the technology of the future and inspired by Saudi Arabia's rich traditions and culture, New Murabba will be an exceptional place to live, work, and thrive. Julien joins us to share his insights into the innovations being implemented in this unique development, a new downtown for Riyadh.
Associate Principal | Hospitality
Associate Principal | Hospitality
In his role, Paul is dedicated to redefining the future of hospitality through innovative design, strategic foresight, optimized financial performance, and impactful client collaborations. His mission is to create transformative hospitality spaces, and environments, that elevate experiences, inspire connections, and address the evolving needs of travelers and communities worldwide, whilst championing sustainability and technology integration to deliver design excellence.
Senior Director, Hospitality Systems & Technology
Senior Director, Hospitality Systems & Technology
As an IT strategist with over 15 years of experience across diverse sectors, Akram uses his deep understanding of how technology can shape guest experiences to create and deliver world-class destinations at Red Sea Global.
Development Cost & Contract Director
Development Cost & Contract Director
With an extensive background and a distinguished career spanning over three decades, Nikolaos has held leadership roles managing complex Real Estate, Construction, and Operations organizations. Rua Al Madinah Holding is the master developer for the largest hospitality project in the world, managing two portfolios that will deliver built and infrastructure assets and provide a differentiating factor within Madinah's real estate sector while contributing toward Vision 2030 and PIF goals.
Connect with Industry Leaders from across The Middle East.
Engage in meaningful conversations and create long-term partnerships through a thoughtfully paced event schedule.
Gain valuable insights from Expert Industry Speakers and Innovators tackling the most pressing topics in Hospitality and Real Estate.
Network with your fellow industry leaders as you explore the latest products & solutions available for existing and upcoming projects, showcased by leading Suppliers & Manufacturers
Be part of the conversations defining the trends, strategies, and opportunities shaping the future of the industry.
Discover and access insights on upcoming developments and key projects across Hospitality, Real Estate and Mixed-Use developments
Explore the immersive Experience Booths, showcasing the latest innovations in Technology, Design & Sustainability, shaping the future of the region.
As part of The 2026 KSA Stakeholder Gathering, the awards recognises excellence across the Hospitality and Real Estate industry, spotlighting innovation, leadership, and contributions aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.
Connect with Industry Leaders from across The Middle East.
Engage in meaningful conversations and createlong-term partnerships through a thoughtfully paced event schedule.
Gain valuable insights from Expert Industry Speakers and Innovators tackling the most pressing topics in Hospitality and Real Estate.
Network with your fellow industry leaders as you explore the latest products & solutions available for existing and upcoming projects, showcased by leading Suppliers & Manufacturers
Be part of the dialogue shaping trends,strategies, and opportunities driving the industry's next chapter.
Discover and access insights on upcoming developments and key projects across Hospitality, Real Estate and Mixed-Use developments.
Explore the immersive Experience Booths, showcasing the latest innovations in Technology, Design & Sustainability, shaping the future of the region.
As part of The 2026 KSA Stakeholder Gathering, the awards recognises excellence across the Hospitality and Real Estate industry, spotlighting innovation, leadership, and contributions aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.
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The 2026 Stakeholder Gathering brings together the key players shaping hospitality and real estate future. This exclusive event connects the giga project leaders, developers, operators, consultants, and solution providers in a purpose-driven environment designed for strategic growth.
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“This is an event I can see a lot of value in. Real networking happens here, and here we see all the stakeholders coming to this conference. We connect with the host, we connect with the engineering team, we connect with the developers, we are connecting with the client. “
Enjoy keynote sessions, inspiring panel discussions, immersive experience booths,
curated networking sessions and the eagerly awaited annual Hospitality Awards
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