Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum (CHIEF) 2026
Nov 16 - 18, 2026
Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lords Castle All Inclusive Resort
Bridgetown, Barbados
The Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum (CHIEF) is the premier educational and networking event for hospitality and tourism professionals in the region. Each year, CHIEF brings together hotel and tourism executives, emerging leaders, suppliers, and educators to exchange strategies, explore solutions, and strengthen the Caribbean's tourism sector.
Over 2.5 days, attendees engage in dynamic general sessions, practical breakout discussions, and CHIEF Talks—short, high-impact presentations from industry leaders. The Exchange Hub connects delegates directly with solution providers offering innovations in operations, sustainability, technology, guest experience, and more.
Networking is at the heart of CHIEF. From informal conversations over coffee to structured Speed Networking sessions you'll meet peers, partners, and potential collaborators who share your vision for Caribbean tourism's future.
CHIEF isn't just a conference—it's where challenges meet solutions, and where Caribbean hospitality's next big ideas are born.