Bangkok's First Asia Pacific Hotel Investment Conference a Success
The first Asia Pacific Hotel Investment Conference held in Bangkok, hosted by Dusit International at the legendary Dusit Thani Bangkok hotel, concluded last week after two engaging days of panel discussions, keynote speeches and networking events. Nearly 300 guests assembled at the hotel; a mix of investors, owners, operators and representatives of associated industries.
Managing Director and CEO of Dusit International, Mr. Chanin Donavanik, delivered the conference's opening keynote speech "Seizing Opportunities in the Most Desirable Hotel Markets." He specified balance between supply and demand in tourists and infrastructure, as well as an understanding of local business cultures by investors, as some of the keys to growth in the booming Asia Pacific hotel and tourism industries.
Seventy speakers and panelists from nine emerging markets were also invited to contribute to the conference. This year's Guest of Honor was Mr. Somsak Pureesrisak, Thailand's Minister of Tourism and Sport. He delivered the conference's Welcome Address where he stressed making Thailand a safer destination in order to ensure sustainable growth.
Interactive polls via mobile devices were held throughout the conference, allowing guests to instantly offer their opinions on the topics of the day. In one poll where attendees were asked in which country they would next invest, Thailand was voted number one, followed by Cambodia, Myanmar, Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines.
Other topics addressed during the conference included "Future-proofing Hospitality Concepts," "Unveiling the Value of Distressed Assets" and "Venturing into Frontier Markets."
This was the fifth annual Asia Pacific Hotel Investment Conference, an International Hotel Investment Conference Summit, organized by Questex Hospitality Group.
"We couldn't be more pleased with our decision to hold the Asia Pacific Hotel Investment Conference at Dusit Thani Bangkok," states Ms Marilyn McHugh, Vice President of Global Events, Questex Hospitality + Travel. "The support we've received from Thailand and our host venue Dusit Thani Bangkok has been invaluable and we look forward to an even more successful event next year."
About Dusit Hotels and Resorts
Dusit Hotels and Resorts is the hotel arm of Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies. With a heartfelt belief and commitment to introducing Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to the world, Dusit Hotels and Resorts offers guests a uniquely special stay in high-style surroundings and a personalised approach to service. The group's portfolio of hotels, resorts and luxury villas includes more than 300 properties operating under a total of eight brands (Devarana – Dusit Retreats, Dusit Thani, Dusit Suites, Dusit Collection, dusitD2, Dusit Princess, ASAI Hotels, and Elite Havens) across 18 countries worldwide.
For more information, please visit dusit.com.
About Dusit International
Established in 1948, Dusit International or Dusit Thani Public Company Limited (DUSIT) is a leading hospitality group listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. Its operations comprise five distinct yet complementary business units: Dusit Hotels and Resorts, Dusit Hospitality Education, Dusit Foods, Dusit Estate, and Hospitality-Related Services.
Dusit International's diversified investments in real estate development, hospitality-related services, and the food sector are part of its long-term strategy for sustainable growth, which focuses on three key areas: balance, expansion and diversification.
For more information, please visit dusit-international.com.