Convergence is upon us—the confluence of automated technology and artificial intelligence, of countless data sources, of hospitality functions and cross-functional departments, as well as multi-channel, seamless consumer brand experiences and evolving guest expectations. Join us for a series of forward-looking discussions to help you make sense of your data in a converging world.

Agenda:

3:00-3:20pm CET

The State of Travel Demand

A look at the current state of travel and how it is predicted to reignite in 2021.

Featuring

  • Sojern - David Levine, Senior Director of Strategic Alliances
  • STR - Robin Rossman, Managing Director, Europe
  • ForwardKeys - Juan Gómez García, Sr. Insights Expert

3:20-3:50pm CET

Hospitality Technology Strategy

A strategy conversation about the latest in all things tech - new platforms, new approaches, new ways to connect and convert.

Featuring

  • HAPI - Laurent Idrac, COO
  • Apaleo - Uli Pillau, CEO & Co-Founder
  • Berner & Becker - Veit Meier, Director of Operations & Development
  • Microsoft - Shane O'Flaherty, Global Director of Travel, Transportation & Hospitality
  • Guestline - Andrew Metcalfe, Chief Technology Officer

3:50-4:10pm CET

Know Your Guest

Innovative approaches to understand and service new guest needs and wants.

Featuring

  • Revinate - Thomas Landen, Director of Partnerships
  • IreckonU - Margitte Verkruijsse-Reiner, VP of Commercial
  • Koddi - Chad Baldwin, VP of Sales & Business Development
  • Amadeus - Will Darrah, VP of Sales

4:10-4:40pm CET

New Normal, New Data, New Insights

How to achieve a more holistic and connected view data across departments, channels and technology systems.

Featuring

  • IDeaS Revenue Solutions - Heather Ross, Product Consultant
  • Fairmas - Niels Schroeder, Managing Director
  • ProfitSword - Paul Bennie, Director of Business Development
  • Hotel Effectiveness - Del Ross, Chief Revenue Officer

4:40-5:00pm CET

Networking & Product Spotlights

A chance to connect with tech partners and learn about new products and services for the industry.