Omar Alazeeh
EXECUTIVE CHEF
HYATT PLACE ALULA
Where Saudi Arabia’s hospitality leaders shape the future of the industry
As Saudi Arabia's hospitality sector enters its next phase of growth, success will be defined by more than expansion alone. The focus is shifting towards operational excellence, commercial performance, customer experience and long-term value creation.
The Hospitality Leaders Summit brings together the Kingdom's most influential owners, developers, operators, investors, government representatives and hospitality executives for three days of strategic discussions focused on the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of hospitality.
From investment and destination development to operations, technology, procurement, food & beverage and workforce transformation, the Summit delivers practical insights, market intelligence and real-world strategies from the leaders driving Saudi Arabia's hospitality industry forward.
Whether you're looking to understand where the market is heading, connect with senior decision-makers or discover new opportunities for your business, the Hospitality Leaders Summit is where the conversations that matter take place.
Key topics at the Hospitality Leaders Summit
- The future of hospitality investment and destination development
- Where the biggest growth opportunities are emerging across Saudi Arabia
- Understanding tomorrow's hospitality customer
- Creating destinations that deliver long-term commercial success
- Bringing Saudi identity to life through hospitality
- Scaling hospitality businesses without compromising performance
- AI, technology and operational excellence
- Procurement, supply chains and smarter purchasing decisions
- The future of local and global hospitality brands
- Hospitality investment beyond traditional hotels
- Food & beverage as a driver of business growth
- Building resilient café, restaurant and foodservice businesses
- Developing the workforce and culinary talent of tomorrow
2026 SPEAKERS
2026 SPEAKERS
Hear from our speakers
It was a pleasure to be part of the Hotel & Hospitality Expo Saudi Arabia. The quality of the discussions, the caliber of industry leaders and the opportunity to exchange ideas made it a truly valuable experience. I’m proud to have been part of it and look forward to participating again next year.
Hans Konings
General Manager, MANSARD RIYADH, A RADISSON COLLECTION HOTEL
This event strikes a rare balance: a high-profile conference featuring the most relevant industry actors and senior players, which in turn draws serious attention and gives exhibitors a realistic, well-matched audience. The best networking happens right at the entrance of the speaking stage. Year after year, I meet new leads there and re-engage with familiar faces across the real estate industry. After many years in the Kingdom, I've watched this event keep getting better, thanks to the DMG team's continuity in leadership. It's a fixture in my calendar every year. I highly recommend the event, and the team under Evan and Zahra's leadership, to any supplier or hospitality industry player. It's a strong contributor to the ecosystem.
Elena Boheme
Co-Founder, Triad Prime Asset Advisory
An exceptionally well-organized summit with a truly premium experience. The moderator skillfully brought out valuable insights, making the discussions engaging and impactful.
Mesfer Alqahtani
Director of Purchasing, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
The Hotel & Hospitality Expo, Saudi Arabia is far more than a traditional exhibition or conference. It is a premier gathering of the industry's leading decision-makers, innovators and influencers. Bringing together top hospitality experts from across the region and beyond, the event serves as a dynamic platform for sharing insights, discussing emerging trends and exploring the future outlook of the hospitality market.
Dr. Kamran Khan
Chief Executive Officer, Arabian Entertainment Co. Ltd. (Tarfeeh)
The event was exceptionally well organized, and I thoroughly enjoyed the insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and the chance to connect with fellow hospitality professionals.
Naji Berjawi
Executive Chef, Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel & Convention Center
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